1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. 62065 Discussion on Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 projects, maintenance and operations: A.) HCDD 1 Drainage Systems/Illegal Dumping/Drainage Improvements 6. 62021 Requesting approval for a 10' City of Donna Utility Easement as it relates to the KVS Commercial Drain and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents. 7. 62061 Request approval to issue payment as claim for Invoice No. 74227996 in the amount of $510.00 for Equipment Repair and Maintenance Service performed by Safety-Kleen Systems, Inc. 8. 62079 2013 Bonds Budget: 365-Rural Drainage Development Pct.2 Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $90,246.60 from Venser Contractors, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-17-023-05-30 Pct.2 Plena Vista Subdivision, Unit 2 Street & Drainage Improvements. Project Engineer: Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc. PO#632131 9. 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 C. 62046 Cause No. C-0373-17-E; Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 v. Integ Corporation, et al 10. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation C. 62047 Cause No. C-0373-17-E; Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 v. Integ Corporation, et al 11. Closed Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 12. Open Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 13. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
1. 62131 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. 62056 Pursuant to Local Government Code Sections 114.023-.025, requesting approval of Monthly Financial Report for the Month of July 2017. 3. 2017 Intradepartmental transfers: A. 62121 2017 - Auditor's Office (1100) B. 62118 2017 - Elections (1100) C. 62107 2017 - Constable Precinct 4 (1100) D. 62106 2017 - Pct 1 Sanitation (1100) E. 62087 BCAP/PCT.1 2017 LIT (1312) TIJERINA ESTATES SUBDIVISION F. 62086 BCAP/PCT. 1 - 2017 LIT (1312) LA PAMPA SUBDIVISION G. 62085 BCAP/PCT. 1 - 2017 LIT (1312) HEIDELBERG SUBDIVISION H. 62084 BCAP/ PCT. 1 2017 LIT (1312) DELTA WEST SUBDIVISION I. 62090 BCAP/PCT.3 2017 LIT (1312) - PALM LAKE ESTATES J. 62089 BCAP/PCT.3 2017 LIT (1312) - HAVANA LOMAS #5 K. 62088 BCAP/PCT.3 2017 LIT (1312) - HAVANA LOMAS #4 L. 62093 BCAP/PCT.4 2017 LIT (1312) - LAS BRISAS M. 62092 BCAP/PCT.4 2017 LIT (1312) - HOEHN DRIVE N. 62094 BCAP/PCT.4 2017 LIT (1312) - RANKIN SUBDIVISION O. 62098 2017- Pct.4 Road Maint (1200) P. 62100 2017- Pct.4 CO2010 Doolittle Recovery (1342) Q. 62101 2017- Pct.4 Admin (1200) R. 62076 2017 - J.P. 3,2 (1100) S. 62075 2017 - Co. Wide Adm (1100) T. 62063 2017 - Constable Pct. 1 (1100) U. 62066 2017 - J.P. Pct. 3, Pl.1 (1100) V. 62059 2017 - Pct 1 R&B (1200) W. 62060 2017 - Pct 1 Adm (1200) X. 62055 2017 - IT Department (1100) Y. 62053 2017 - IT (1100 County Wide) Z. 62051 2017 - 370th District Court (1100) AA. 62035 2017 - Nuisance Abatement Division (1100) BB. 62036 2017 - Public Affairs (1100) CC. 62037 2017 - Justice Court Tech (1242) DD. 62038 2017 - Co. Wide Adm. (1100) EE. 62044 2017 - CCL #2 (1100) FF. 62024 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / PHHS (1293) GG. 62020 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / PHHS (1293) HH. 62010 2017 - District Attorney's Office (1100) II. 62014 2017 - JP Pct 4, Pl 2 (1100) 4. 2017 Interdepartmental transfers: A. 62109 Co. Wide Adm. (1100): Approval of 2017 Interdepartmental transfer from Co Wide Adm-Contingency to Insurance- Insurance in the amount of $403.00. B. 62091 Pct 2 Val Mex Dr Road Project (1200): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Hall Acres Rd(I Rd-Stewart) Prj to Pct 2 Val Mex Dr Road Project in the amount of $20,425.38 to fund project expenditures. C. 62102 Pct. #4: Approval of interdepartmental transfer from CO2017-Pct 4 Mechanic Shop (Program 193) to CO2017-Pct 4 Motor Pool (Program 126) in the amount of $50.000.00. D. 62097 Pct. #4: Approval of interdepartmental Transfer from CO 2016-Pct 4 Valverde Rd (Program 184) to CO 2016-Pct 4 (Program 153) in the amount of $15,598.68. 5. Planning Department: A. 62033 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. 61842 Approval of Right of Way Permits: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation: Bank of America; San Juan, TX; Proposing a bore 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" waterline, from the centerline of Rodriguez Street go East 175 feet. Will bore Borrego Street from North to South. B. 61993 Approval of payment for invoice dated 9/11/2017 in the total amount of $403.00 as submitted by Montalvo Insurance Agency for the additional drone added to the UAS Policy, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor. 7. Tax Refunds: A. 62032 Account Number Payer Amount A1200.00.000.0019.00 Lereta LLC $2,587.34 L6448.01.000.0010.00 Carrington Mortgage Services $3,053.13 8. Budget & Management: A. Interfund transfers: 1. 62104 Pct 2 Military Hwy Ext Prj (1351): Approval of 2017 interfund transfer from TxDOT Pct 2 Nolana Loop Prj (Fund 1315) to CO2017-Pct 2 Military Hwy Ext Prj (Fund 1351) in the amount of $249,932.04 to fund project expenditures. 9. 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. 62078 BCAP/PCT. 1 Requesting approval of Invoice No. 2017153 in the amount of $782.60 as submitted by TEDSI Infrastructure Group for professional services provided under Contract (C-CAP-08-028-10-28) for La Pampa Subdivision. B. 62095 PCT. 4 Requesting approval of payment application No.2 in the amount of $32,283.38 from contracted vendor, RGV Asphalt, LLC. for the Sunflower Road improvements (P.O. 766578). C. 62058 Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #64-5 in the amount of $4,007.50 submitted by project engineer, Cruz-Hogan Consultants Inc., for engineering services provided under Contract C-15-424-01-19 (WA#1), for Pct 2 Plena Vista Subdivision Road and Drainage Improvement project. D. 62034 Approval of Application for Payment No. 6 in the amount of $191,139.29 for the Pct 2 Yuma Avenue Extension project submitted by contractor, Texas Cordia Construction, LLC through Contract C-16-281-11-15 and as reviewed by project inspector, Eugene Palacios, P.E. E. 61984 Requesting approval and authorization of procurement packet (i.e. specifications / requirements & legal notice ) as attached hereto for: Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3-"Purchase of One (1) Used 2008 or Newer International and/or Vactor Truck" - through RFB No.: 2017-093- SMA- for a one (1) time purchase with acquisition/evidence through a properly processed submitted requisition and/or Purchase Order. Including the re-advertising of project in the event No Bids received and/or are rejected and project is still required F. 61998 Add Fuel Card User 1. Hidalgo County Constable Pct No. 4 - fuel card user
Precinct #4 - Comm. Palacios: A. 62124 Recognition of the Robert Vela High School Basketball Team for their efforts in preparation for Hurricane Harvey
62057 Requesting approval of Affiliation Agreement for Internship-Preceptorship Program between Hidalgo County and South Texas Independent School District Business Education & Technology Academy (BETA)
61968 Proclamation declaring October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Executive Session (Part 1 of 2)
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. 62067 Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Fair. D. 62039 Claim of Florentino Vazquez 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. 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)
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu: A. 62125 1. Authority to rescind action taken by Commissioners Court on August 16, 2016 (AI-55889) . 2. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Pharr, regarding the Regional Linear Park Project. 3. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) project regarding the Regional Linear Park Project.
62120 Discussion, consideration and action on First Amendment to Interlocal Agreement between Hidalgo County and Reinvestment Zone Number One, City of Donna
County Judge's Office: B. 61946 Proclamation declaring the week of October 16-20, 2017 as Texas Chamber of Commerce Week. C. 62081 Approval of Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement by and among the City of Edinburg, Texas and the County of Hidalgo, Texas.
District Attorney's Office: A. 62043 DA-Victim Assistance Program Grant (VAP) (1281): Discussion, Consideration and Action acknowledging the Interlocal Agreement between the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office and the Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council (LRGVDC). B. 61958 DA-Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant (1281): 1. Approval to accept the Hidalgo County Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant, from the Office of the Governor (OOG), in the amount of $119,378.55, effective 09/01/2017 thru 08/31/2018. 2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for FY2017 Hidalgo County Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant. 3. Approval to appropriate the FY2017 Hidalgo County Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant Funds. C. 61882 DA's Title IV-E (1100): 1. Approval of the Title IV-E Grant Budget (Contract #23941008) for October 1, 2017 - September 30, 2018. 2. Approval for County Judge to sign the following documents: a. Budget b. Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA)
HIDTA - Task Force: A. 61962 Approval to rescind action previously taken by Commissioners' Court on 6/27/17 AI#60291 for approval of LIT of the 2015 HIDTA Grant funds.
Sheriff's Office: A. 62015 Sheriff's Office - Operation Stonegarden FY15 (1284): Ratification of letter dated September 14, 2017 to request supplemental funds in the amount of $478,245.48 for FY2015 Operation Stonegarden.
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. Hidalgo County 1. 62126 Approval to exercise the County's option to extend, in an amendment form, for a one (1) year term under contract #C-13-177-07-23 with CHCT Texas, LLC, for Lease Office Space for Urban County Program, under the same rates, terms & conditions. 2. 62028 A. Requesting approval to exercise the option to renew and extend the first (1st) of the additional two (2) one (1) year terms as provided in the current contract for the following: 1. Aetna Life Insurance Co. 2. Dearborn National B. Presentation by HC Health Insurance Consultant, Mr. Gary Looney, from Brown & Brown Lone Star Insurance Service d/b/a Alamo Insurance Group, of medical plan changes and recommendations. C. Discussion, consideration and approval of medical plan changes. D. Approval of the 2018 medical benefit plans, basic and buy-up.
62054 Approval of (Open-Cut) Right of Way Permits (Pct. #1): Salazar Utility Construction Inc.: Speedy Gonzalez Acres Subdivision, Mercedes, Texas 1. Proposing a 4" Sanitary Sewer Service Line Connection to an Existing Sanitary Sewer Line at edge of pavement approximately 1,647 feet south of Mile 9 North centerline; 2. Proposing a 4" Sanitary Sewer Service Line Connection to an Existing Sanitary Sewer Line under pavement approximately 3.19 feet from edge and approximately 1,906 feet south of Mile 9 North centerline; 3. Proposing a 4" Sanitary Sewer Service Line Connection to an Existing Sanitary Sewer Line under pavement approximately 5.48 feet from edge and approximately 2,170 feet south of Mile 9 North centerline; *Existing asphalt will be cut, patched, & repaired as per County Requirements and Specifications.
Human Resources: A. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (if applicable) for personnel items listed B. 62030 Approval to waive the 2018 contribution/donation of sick leave hours to the Sick Leave Pool for currently enrolled participants due to current balance. Employees not currently enrolled and who wish to enroll must contribute sick leave hours as per the Sick Leave Pool Policy. C. 61947 Public Defender (1100): 1. Approval to extend the following temporary part-time positions, effective 10/23/17: Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Proposed Budgeted Salary/ Hourly Rate Duration Extend Temporary Full-Time Position 085-003 T023 Clerk I $4,848.00 - $12.12/hourly 10/23/17 - 12/31/17 D. 62031 Criminal District Attorney (1100) / DA-Border Prosecution Unit Grant (BPU) (1281): 1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period of 10/30/17: Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Current Salary/ Allowance Amount Proposed Salary/ Allowance Amount Delete Auto Allowance 080-002 0087 Criminal Investigator I $3,600.00 $0.00 Create/Add Auto Allowance 080-012 0006 Criminal Investigator II $0.00 $56,650.00 080-002 A138 $0.00 $3,600.00 Create 080-012 0007 Administrative Assistant I $0.00 $27,000.00 E. 62013 County Clerk (1100): 1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 10/30/17: Action Dept./ Program Slot # Position Title Current Budgeted Salary Proposed Budgeted Salary Delete 180-001 0071 Collections Enforcement Officer II $31,252.00 $0.00 Create 180-001 0078 Deputy County Clerk II $0.00 $30,676.00 F. 62069 Elections Dept. (1100): 1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 10/30/2017: Action Dept. / Prg. Slot # Position Title Current Budgeted Salary Proposed Budgeted Salary Create 130-001 0194 Elections Surveyor $0.00 $33,755.00
Urban County: A. 62083 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 Mor-Wil, LLC in the amount of $1,796,206.39 for the Texas General Land Office Round 2.1, - Peñitas Drain Phase II (GLO Contract No. 12-406-000-6453-DRS-210068). Approved by legal, pending Payment and Performance bond. B. 61972 Requesting approval of a program amendment to the City of Alamo’s FY 26 (2013) work plan. The amendment will add the following scope of work: the installation of approximately 4,600 LF of 8” pvc waterlines to Regency Acres S/D. C. 62009 Request approval to remove fixed assets listed on “Exhibit A” from the program’s inventory list.
Health & Human Services Department: A. Health Care Funding District: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures 2. 61961 A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for Final Demonstration Year 6 UC Payment in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) with a transfer date of 10/18/17 and a settlement date of 10/19/17. B. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the Local Provider Participation Fund in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions. C. Approval of 2017 Appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions. B. Indigent Health Care Program: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures
Emergency Management: A. 62045 Discussion, consideration and approval of cash compensation for overtime hours physically worked by NON-EXEMPT County Employees that were directly involved with the TDEM response for Hurricane Harvey Mutual Aid Assistance to be included in the employee's pay check for the next available pay period, in accordance with the Hidalgo County Civil Service Commission Rules and the Hidalgo County Personnel Manual.
Community Service Agency: A. 62042 Discussion and possible action to extend assistance to Galveston County Community Action Agency through October 31, 2017.
Elections Administration: A. Discussion, consideration and action but not limited to Election updates. B. 61937 Discussion, consideration and approval of the following changes to the August 8th approved list of the November 7th 2017 Constitutional Election Early Voting polling locations: Current locations New locations Mercedes Civic Center 530 W 2nd St Mercedes, Texas Mercedes City Hall 400 S. Ohio Mercedes, Texas Penitas Annex (Meeting Room) 1320 S. Main St. Penitas, Texas Penitas Public Library 1111 S. Main St. Penitas, Texas C. 61938 1. Approval of the 2017 November Constitutional Election Services Contract between Hidalgo County and the City of Weslaco for their election to be held on November 7th 2017. 2. Approval of the Election Services Contract between Hidalgo County and the City of Hidalgo for their Special Election to be held on October 28, 2017.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes: A. 62064 Requesting approval to accept the counteroffer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel 6 associated with the Mile 6W Road Improvement Project (CSJ# 0921-02-356)
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores: A. 62062 TXDOT Precinct 3: Requesting acceptance and approval of Advance Funding Agreement (AFA) Amendment #1 between Hidalgo County and Texas Department of Transportation for Mile 3 N, Goodwin Road to Tom Gill Road (CSJ #0921-02-321) with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation. B. 62017 1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the City of Palmview and County of Hidalgo, concerning certain improvements to Veterans Boulevard (SH495) from IH-2/US83 to La Homa Road. 2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) project regarding certain Phase III road improvements to Veterans Boulevard (SH 495) from IH-2/US83 to La Homa Road, a section which is within the City limits. C. 62019 1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the City of Penitas and the County of Hidalgo concerning certain Phase III road improvements to Mile 3 Corridor from FM 492 to FM 2221. 2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) of a proposed project regarding certain Phase III road improvements to Mile 3 Corridor from FM 492 to FM 2221, a section which is within the city limits of said City and in part within County jurisdiction.
Budget & Management: A. 62071 TXDOT Pct 3 - La Homa(SH495-FM1924) (1315): Discussion and action to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to sign certification of Tabulation of Utility Adjustments (SUP) for SH364 ROW CSJ 2966-01-012. B. 61858 Title IV-E Child Welfare Services (1100): 1. Approval of the revised Title IV-E Child Welfare Services Grant Budget (Contract #23941009) for October 1, 2017 - September 30, 2018. 2. Approval for County Judge to sign required documents. C. 61825 Approval of medical coverage for the temporary employees listed below as per the Affordable Care Act (ACA) IRS Code Section 4980H - Shared responsibility for employers regarding health insurance. 1. E#215961 effective 11/1/17 2. E#205656 effective 12/1/17 3. E#216186 effective 12/1/17 4. E#216232 effective 12/1/17
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. Hidalgo County 1. 62126 Approval to exercise the County's option to extend, in an amendment form, for a one (1) year term under contract #C-13-177-07-23 with CHCT Texas, LLC, for Lease Office Space for Urban County Program, under the same rates, terms & conditions. 2. 62028 A. Requesting approval to exercise the option to renew and extend the first (1st) of the additional two (2) one (1) year terms as provided in the current contract for the following: 1. Aetna Life Insurance Co. 2. Dearborn National B. Presentation by HC Health Insurance Consultant, Mr. Gary Looney, from Brown & Brown Lone Star Insurance Service d/b/a Alamo Insurance Group, of medical plan changes and recommendations. C. Discussion, consideration and approval of medical plan changes. D. Approval of the 2018 medical benefit plans, basic and buy-up. B. Pct. 1 1. 62074 A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) professional service; B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded & evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of professional surveyor services for Precinct No. 1, on an on call basis. Dannenbaum Engineering JMC Surveying Quintanilla, Headley & Associates Evaluator 1 91 84 93 Evaluator 2 92 90 95 Evaluator 3 93 91 94 Average Score 92.0 89.3 94.0 Ranking C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional surveyor services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm. 2. 62073 A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) professional service; B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded & evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” in connection with professional engineering services for Precinct No. 1, Midway Road Project. Alpha Infrastructure CSJ Group R.E. Garcia & Associates Evaluator 1 96 90 87 Evaluator 2 96 94 92 Evaluator 3 97 93 95 Average Score 96.3 92.3 91.3 Ranking C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm. C. Pct. 2 1. 62099 Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 (with an estimated cost of $19,998.90) as submitted by project engineer, B2Z Engineering LLC, to provide engineering design values for Pct 2 Industrial Blvd & Val Mex Dr Road Projects, Contract #C-17-229-08-22. 2. 62105 Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 2 (with an estimated cost of $249,932.04) as submitted by project engineer, B2Z Engineering LLC, to provide PS&E (including pavement, traffic signal, bridge design, and utility coordination) for Precinct 2 Military Hwy Ext Project, through Contract #C-17-182-06-13. D. Pct. 3 1. 61862 Requesting approval of Change Order No. 1 to decrease PO# 760388 by $1,166.39 for HERRCON LLC. for the removal and replacement of shingles at the Anzalduas Park Pavilion. E. Pct. 4 1. 62072 Requesting approval of a "professional services" agreement, #C-17-282-10-17 with L&G Engineering for (on call)-"Geo Technical/Construction Material Testing Services" for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4. 2. 62103 Requesting approval of Certificate of Substantial Completion submitted by Rigney Construction & Development, LLC, for the “M Road Building Improvements” as submitted and certified by engineer, Halff & Associates, Contract No. 2016-321-10-04. 3. 62119 Requesting approval of Change Order No.2 in the amount of $50,000.00 with an increase to original contract total ($493,500.00) for the Recovery and Motor Pool Improvements project in Pct 4, as submitted by Synergy Builders of Texas, Contract# C-17-067-03-21 and as approved by project engineer, Halff & Associates, Inc., subject to compliance with HB 1295. 4. 62113 A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) professional service; B. Presentation of scoring grid (for ranking by CC) of the firms graded and evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of professional architectural services for (Project Specific) Design & Development of Brewster Park in Pct. 4; Firms The Warren Group Architects, Inc. Negrete & Kolar Architects, LLP Alvarado Architects & Associates, Inc. Total Scores 98 95 93 Ranking C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional architectural agreement under an AIA Form with the No. 1 ranked firm. F. IT Department: 1. 62029 Requesting approval to purchase cloud managed switches along with necessary components, licenses and support through Netsync Network Solutions, an authorized reseller for Cisco Systems, Inc. through DIR Contract in the amount of $162,331.15. 2. 62096 Requesting approval to amend the Participation Agreement with Tyler Technologies, Inc. in the amount of $30,381.00 to add record on appeal feature for Odyssey.
Open Forum
Executive Session (Part 2 of 2)
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. 62067 Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Fair. D. 62039 Claim of Florentino Vazquez 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. 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)
26. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 62068 Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Fair. D. 62041 Claim of Florentino Vazquez 29. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. 62065 Discussion on Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 projects, maintenance and operations: A.) HCDD 1 Drainage Systems/Illegal Dumping/Drainage Improvements 6. 62021 Requesting approval for a 10' City of Donna Utility Easement as it relates to the KVS Commercial Drain and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents. 7. 62061 Request approval to issue payment as claim for Invoice No. 74227996 in the amount of $510.00 for Equipment Repair and Maintenance Service performed by Safety-Kleen Systems, Inc. 8. 62079 2013 Bonds Budget: 365-Rural Drainage Development Pct.2 Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $90,246.60 from Venser Contractors, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-17-023-05-30 Pct.2 Plena Vista Subdivision, Unit 2 Street & Drainage Improvements. Project Engineer: Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc. PO#632131 9. 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 C. 62046 Cause No. C-0373-17-E; Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 v. Integ Corporation, et al 10. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation C. 62047 Cause No. C-0373-17-E; Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 v. Integ Corporation, et al 11. Closed Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 12. Open Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 13. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
1. 62131 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. 62056 Pursuant to Local Government Code Sections 114.023-.025, requesting approval of Monthly Financial Report for the Month of July 2017. 3. 2017 Intradepartmental transfers: A. 62121 2017 - Auditor's Office (1100) B. 62118 2017 - Elections (1100) C. 62107 2017 - Constable Precinct 4 (1100) D. 62106 2017 - Pct 1 Sanitation (1100) E. 62087 BCAP/PCT.1 2017 LIT (1312) TIJERINA ESTATES SUBDIVISION F. 62086 BCAP/PCT. 1 - 2017 LIT (1312) LA PAMPA SUBDIVISION G. 62085 BCAP/PCT. 1 - 2017 LIT (1312) HEIDELBERG SUBDIVISION H. 62084 BCAP/ PCT. 1 2017 LIT (1312) DELTA WEST SUBDIVISION I. 62090 BCAP/PCT.3 2017 LIT (1312) - PALM LAKE ESTATES J. 62089 BCAP/PCT.3 2017 LIT (1312) - HAVANA LOMAS #5 K. 62088 BCAP/PCT.3 2017 LIT (1312) - HAVANA LOMAS #4 L. 62093 BCAP/PCT.4 2017 LIT (1312) - LAS BRISAS M. 62092 BCAP/PCT.4 2017 LIT (1312) - HOEHN DRIVE N. 62094 BCAP/PCT.4 2017 LIT (1312) - RANKIN SUBDIVISION O. 62098 2017- Pct.4 Road Maint (1200) P. 62100 2017- Pct.4 CO2010 Doolittle Recovery (1342) Q. 62101 2017- Pct.4 Admin (1200) R. 62076 2017 - J.P. 3,2 (1100) S. 62075 2017 - Co. Wide Adm (1100) T. 62063 2017 - Constable Pct. 1 (1100) U. 62066 2017 - J.P. Pct. 3, Pl.1 (1100) V. 62059 2017 - Pct 1 R&B (1200) W. 62060 2017 - Pct 1 Adm (1200) X. 62055 2017 - IT Department (1100) Y. 62053 2017 - IT (1100 County Wide) Z. 62051 2017 - 370th District Court (1100) AA. 62035 2017 - Nuisance Abatement Division (1100) BB. 62036 2017 - Public Affairs (1100) CC. 62037 2017 - Justice Court Tech (1242) DD. 62038 2017 - Co. Wide Adm. (1100) EE. 62044 2017 - CCL #2 (1100) FF. 62024 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / PHHS (1293) GG. 62020 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / PHHS (1293) HH. 62010 2017 - District Attorney's Office (1100) II. 62014 2017 - JP Pct 4, Pl 2 (1100) 4. 2017 Interdepartmental transfers: A. 62109 Co. Wide Adm. (1100): Approval of 2017 Interdepartmental transfer from Co Wide Adm-Contingency to Insurance- Insurance in the amount of $403.00. B. 62091 Pct 2 Val Mex Dr Road Project (1200): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Hall Acres Rd(I Rd-Stewart) Prj to Pct 2 Val Mex Dr Road Project in the amount of $20,425.38 to fund project expenditures. C. 62102 Pct. #4: Approval of interdepartmental transfer from CO2017-Pct 4 Mechanic Shop (Program 193) to CO2017-Pct 4 Motor Pool (Program 126) in the amount of $50.000.00. D. 62097 Pct. #4: Approval of interdepartmental Transfer from CO 2016-Pct 4 Valverde Rd (Program 184) to CO 2016-Pct 4 (Program 153) in the amount of $15,598.68. 5. Planning Department: A. 62033 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. 61842 Approval of Right of Way Permits: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation: Bank of America; San Juan, TX; Proposing a bore 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" waterline, from the centerline of Rodriguez Street go East 175 feet. Will bore Borrego Street from North to South. B. 61993 Approval of payment for invoice dated 9/11/2017 in the total amount of $403.00 as submitted by Montalvo Insurance Agency for the additional drone added to the UAS Policy, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor. 7. Tax Refunds: A. 62032 Account Number Payer Amount A1200.00.000.0019.00 Lereta LLC $2,587.34 L6448.01.000.0010.00 Carrington Mortgage Services $3,053.13 8. Budget & Management: A. Interfund transfers: 1. 62104 Pct 2 Military Hwy Ext Prj (1351): Approval of 2017 interfund transfer from TxDOT Pct 2 Nolana Loop Prj (Fund 1315) to CO2017-Pct 2 Military Hwy Ext Prj (Fund 1351) in the amount of $249,932.04 to fund project expenditures. 9. 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. 62078 BCAP/PCT. 1 Requesting approval of Invoice No. 2017153 in the amount of $782.60 as submitted by TEDSI Infrastructure Group for professional services provided under Contract (C-CAP-08-028-10-28) for La Pampa Subdivision. B. 62095 PCT. 4 Requesting approval of payment application No.2 in the amount of $32,283.38 from contracted vendor, RGV Asphalt, LLC. for the Sunflower Road improvements (P.O. 766578). C. 62058 Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #64-5 in the amount of $4,007.50 submitted by project engineer, Cruz-Hogan Consultants Inc., for engineering services provided under Contract C-15-424-01-19 (WA#1), for Pct 2 Plena Vista Subdivision Road and Drainage Improvement project. D. 62034 Approval of Application for Payment No. 6 in the amount of $191,139.29 for the Pct 2 Yuma Avenue Extension project submitted by contractor, Texas Cordia Construction, LLC through Contract C-16-281-11-15 and as reviewed by project inspector, Eugene Palacios, P.E. E. 61984 Requesting approval and authorization of procurement packet (i.e. specifications / requirements & legal notice ) as attached hereto for: Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3-"Purchase of One (1) Used 2008 or Newer International and/or Vactor Truck" - through RFB No.: 2017-093- SMA- for a one (1) time purchase with acquisition/evidence through a properly processed submitted requisition and/or Purchase Order. Including the re-advertising of project in the event No Bids received and/or are rejected and project is still required F. 61998 Add Fuel Card User 1. Hidalgo County Constable Pct No. 4 - fuel card user
Precinct #4 - Comm. Palacios: A. 62124 Recognition of the Robert Vela High School Basketball Team for their efforts in preparation for Hurricane Harvey
62057 Requesting approval of Affiliation Agreement for Internship-Preceptorship Program between Hidalgo County and South Texas Independent School District Business Education & Technology Academy (BETA)
61968 Proclamation declaring October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Executive Session (Part 1 of 2)
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. 62067 Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Fair. D. 62039 Claim of Florentino Vazquez 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. 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)
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu: A. 62125 1. Authority to rescind action taken by Commissioners Court on August 16, 2016 (AI-55889) . 2. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Pharr, regarding the Regional Linear Park Project. 3. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) project regarding the Regional Linear Park Project.
62120 Discussion, consideration and action on First Amendment to Interlocal Agreement between Hidalgo County and Reinvestment Zone Number One, City of Donna
County Judge's Office: B. 61946 Proclamation declaring the week of October 16-20, 2017 as Texas Chamber of Commerce Week. C. 62081 Approval of Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement by and among the City of Edinburg, Texas and the County of Hidalgo, Texas.
District Attorney's Office: A. 62043 DA-Victim Assistance Program Grant (VAP) (1281): Discussion, Consideration and Action acknowledging the Interlocal Agreement between the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office and the Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council (LRGVDC). B. 61958 DA-Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant (1281): 1. Approval to accept the Hidalgo County Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant, from the Office of the Governor (OOG), in the amount of $119,378.55, effective 09/01/2017 thru 08/31/2018. 2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for FY2017 Hidalgo County Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant. 3. Approval to appropriate the FY2017 Hidalgo County Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant Funds. C. 61882 DA's Title IV-E (1100): 1. Approval of the Title IV-E Grant Budget (Contract #23941008) for October 1, 2017 - September 30, 2018. 2. Approval for County Judge to sign the following documents: a. Budget b. Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA)
HIDTA - Task Force: A. 61962 Approval to rescind action previously taken by Commissioners' Court on 6/27/17 AI#60291 for approval of LIT of the 2015 HIDTA Grant funds.
Sheriff's Office: A. 62015 Sheriff's Office - Operation Stonegarden FY15 (1284): Ratification of letter dated September 14, 2017 to request supplemental funds in the amount of $478,245.48 for FY2015 Operation Stonegarden.
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. Hidalgo County 1. 62126 Approval to exercise the County's option to extend, in an amendment form, for a one (1) year term under contract #C-13-177-07-23 with CHCT Texas, LLC, for Lease Office Space for Urban County Program, under the same rates, terms & conditions. 2. 62028 A. Requesting approval to exercise the option to renew and extend the first (1st) of the additional two (2) one (1) year terms as provided in the current contract for the following: 1. Aetna Life Insurance Co. 2. Dearborn National B. Presentation by HC Health Insurance Consultant, Mr. Gary Looney, from Brown & Brown Lone Star Insurance Service d/b/a Alamo Insurance Group, of medical plan changes and recommendations. C. Discussion, consideration and approval of medical plan changes. D. Approval of the 2018 medical benefit plans, basic and buy-up.
62054 Approval of (Open-Cut) Right of Way Permits (Pct. #1): Salazar Utility Construction Inc.: Speedy Gonzalez Acres Subdivision, Mercedes, Texas 1. Proposing a 4" Sanitary Sewer Service Line Connection to an Existing Sanitary Sewer Line at edge of pavement approximately 1,647 feet south of Mile 9 North centerline; 2. Proposing a 4" Sanitary Sewer Service Line Connection to an Existing Sanitary Sewer Line under pavement approximately 3.19 feet from edge and approximately 1,906 feet south of Mile 9 North centerline; 3. Proposing a 4" Sanitary Sewer Service Line Connection to an Existing Sanitary Sewer Line under pavement approximately 5.48 feet from edge and approximately 2,170 feet south of Mile 9 North centerline; *Existing asphalt will be cut, patched, & repaired as per County Requirements and Specifications.
Human Resources: A. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (if applicable) for personnel items listed B. 62030 Approval to waive the 2018 contribution/donation of sick leave hours to the Sick Leave Pool for currently enrolled participants due to current balance. Employees not currently enrolled and who wish to enroll must contribute sick leave hours as per the Sick Leave Pool Policy. C. 61947 Public Defender (1100): 1. Approval to extend the following temporary part-time positions, effective 10/23/17: Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Proposed Budgeted Salary/ Hourly Rate Duration Extend Temporary Full-Time Position 085-003 T023 Clerk I $4,848.00 - $12.12/hourly 10/23/17 - 12/31/17 D. 62031 Criminal District Attorney (1100) / DA-Border Prosecution Unit Grant (BPU) (1281): 1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period of 10/30/17: Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Current Salary/ Allowance Amount Proposed Salary/ Allowance Amount Delete Auto Allowance 080-002 0087 Criminal Investigator I $3,600.00 $0.00 Create/Add Auto Allowance 080-012 0006 Criminal Investigator II $0.00 $56,650.00 080-002 A138 $0.00 $3,600.00 Create 080-012 0007 Administrative Assistant I $0.00 $27,000.00 E. 62013 County Clerk (1100): 1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 10/30/17: Action Dept./ Program Slot # Position Title Current Budgeted Salary Proposed Budgeted Salary Delete 180-001 0071 Collections Enforcement Officer II $31,252.00 $0.00 Create 180-001 0078 Deputy County Clerk II $0.00 $30,676.00 F. 62069 Elections Dept. (1100): 1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 10/30/2017: Action Dept. / Prg. Slot # Position Title Current Budgeted Salary Proposed Budgeted Salary Create 130-001 0194 Elections Surveyor $0.00 $33,755.00
Urban County: A. 62083 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 Mor-Wil, LLC in the amount of $1,796,206.39 for the Texas General Land Office Round 2.1, - Peñitas Drain Phase II (GLO Contract No. 12-406-000-6453-DRS-210068). Approved by legal, pending Payment and Performance bond. B. 61972 Requesting approval of a program amendment to the City of Alamo’s FY 26 (2013) work plan. The amendment will add the following scope of work: the installation of approximately 4,600 LF of 8” pvc waterlines to Regency Acres S/D. C. 62009 Request approval to remove fixed assets listed on “Exhibit A” from the program’s inventory list.
Health & Human Services Department: A. Health Care Funding District: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures 2. 61961 A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for Final Demonstration Year 6 UC Payment in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) with a transfer date of 10/18/17 and a settlement date of 10/19/17. B. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the Local Provider Participation Fund in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions. C. Approval of 2017 Appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions. B. Indigent Health Care Program: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures
Emergency Management: A. 62045 Discussion, consideration and approval of cash compensation for overtime hours physically worked by NON-EXEMPT County Employees that were directly involved with the TDEM response for Hurricane Harvey Mutual Aid Assistance to be included in the employee's pay check for the next available pay period, in accordance with the Hidalgo County Civil Service Commission Rules and the Hidalgo County Personnel Manual.
Community Service Agency: A. 62042 Discussion and possible action to extend assistance to Galveston County Community Action Agency through October 31, 2017.
Elections Administration: A. Discussion, consideration and action but not limited to Election updates. B. 61937 Discussion, consideration and approval of the following changes to the August 8th approved list of the November 7th 2017 Constitutional Election Early Voting polling locations: Current locations New locations Mercedes Civic Center 530 W 2nd St Mercedes, Texas Mercedes City Hall 400 S. Ohio Mercedes, Texas Penitas Annex (Meeting Room) 1320 S. Main St. Penitas, Texas Penitas Public Library 1111 S. Main St. Penitas, Texas C. 61938 1. Approval of the 2017 November Constitutional Election Services Contract between Hidalgo County and the City of Weslaco for their election to be held on November 7th 2017. 2. Approval of the Election Services Contract between Hidalgo County and the City of Hidalgo for their Special Election to be held on October 28, 2017.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes: A. 62064 Requesting approval to accept the counteroffer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel 6 associated with the Mile 6W Road Improvement Project (CSJ# 0921-02-356)
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores: A. 62062 TXDOT Precinct 3: Requesting acceptance and approval of Advance Funding Agreement (AFA) Amendment #1 between Hidalgo County and Texas Department of Transportation for Mile 3 N, Goodwin Road to Tom Gill Road (CSJ #0921-02-321) with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation. B. 62017 1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the City of Palmview and County of Hidalgo, concerning certain improvements to Veterans Boulevard (SH495) from IH-2/US83 to La Homa Road. 2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) project regarding certain Phase III road improvements to Veterans Boulevard (SH 495) from IH-2/US83 to La Homa Road, a section which is within the City limits. C. 62019 1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the City of Penitas and the County of Hidalgo concerning certain Phase III road improvements to Mile 3 Corridor from FM 492 to FM 2221. 2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) of a proposed project regarding certain Phase III road improvements to Mile 3 Corridor from FM 492 to FM 2221, a section which is within the city limits of said City and in part within County jurisdiction.
Budget & Management: A. 62071 TXDOT Pct 3 - La Homa(SH495-FM1924) (1315): Discussion and action to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to sign certification of Tabulation of Utility Adjustments (SUP) for SH364 ROW CSJ 2966-01-012. B. 61858 Title IV-E Child Welfare Services (1100): 1. Approval of the revised Title IV-E Child Welfare Services Grant Budget (Contract #23941009) for October 1, 2017 - September 30, 2018. 2. Approval for County Judge to sign required documents. C. 61825 Approval of medical coverage for the temporary employees listed below as per the Affordable Care Act (ACA) IRS Code Section 4980H - Shared responsibility for employers regarding health insurance. 1. E#215961 effective 11/1/17 2. E#205656 effective 12/1/17 3. E#216186 effective 12/1/17 4. E#216232 effective 12/1/17
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. Hidalgo County 1. 62126 Approval to exercise the County's option to extend, in an amendment form, for a one (1) year term under contract #C-13-177-07-23 with CHCT Texas, LLC, for Lease Office Space for Urban County Program, under the same rates, terms & conditions. 2. 62028 A. Requesting approval to exercise the option to renew and extend the first (1st) of the additional two (2) one (1) year terms as provided in the current contract for the following: 1. Aetna Life Insurance Co. 2. Dearborn National B. Presentation by HC Health Insurance Consultant, Mr. Gary Looney, from Brown & Brown Lone Star Insurance Service d/b/a Alamo Insurance Group, of medical plan changes and recommendations. C. Discussion, consideration and approval of medical plan changes. D. Approval of the 2018 medical benefit plans, basic and buy-up. B. Pct. 1 1. 62074 A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) professional service; B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded & evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of professional surveyor services for Precinct No. 1, on an on call basis. Dannenbaum Engineering JMC Surveying Quintanilla, Headley & Associates Evaluator 1 91 84 93 Evaluator 2 92 90 95 Evaluator 3 93 91 94 Average Score 92.0 89.3 94.0 Ranking C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional surveyor services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm. 2. 62073 A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) professional service; B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded & evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” in connection with professional engineering services for Precinct No. 1, Midway Road Project. Alpha Infrastructure CSJ Group R.E. Garcia & Associates Evaluator 1 96 90 87 Evaluator 2 96 94 92 Evaluator 3 97 93 95 Average Score 96.3 92.3 91.3 Ranking C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm. C. Pct. 2 1. 62099 Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 (with an estimated cost of $19,998.90) as submitted by project engineer, B2Z Engineering LLC, to provide engineering design values for Pct 2 Industrial Blvd & Val Mex Dr Road Projects, Contract #C-17-229-08-22. 2. 62105 Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 2 (with an estimated cost of $249,932.04) as submitted by project engineer, B2Z Engineering LLC, to provide PS&E (including pavement, traffic signal, bridge design, and utility coordination) for Precinct 2 Military Hwy Ext Project, through Contract #C-17-182-06-13. D. Pct. 3 1. 61862 Requesting approval of Change Order No. 1 to decrease PO# 760388 by $1,166.39 for HERRCON LLC. for the removal and replacement of shingles at the Anzalduas Park Pavilion. E. Pct. 4 1. 62072 Requesting approval of a "professional services" agreement, #C-17-282-10-17 with L&G Engineering for (on call)-"Geo Technical/Construction Material Testing Services" for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4. 2. 62103 Requesting approval of Certificate of Substantial Completion submitted by Rigney Construction & Development, LLC, for the “M Road Building Improvements” as submitted and certified by engineer, Halff & Associates, Contract No. 2016-321-10-04. 3. 62119 Requesting approval of Change Order No.2 in the amount of $50,000.00 with an increase to original contract total ($493,500.00) for the Recovery and Motor Pool Improvements project in Pct 4, as submitted by Synergy Builders of Texas, Contract# C-17-067-03-21 and as approved by project engineer, Halff & Associates, Inc., subject to compliance with HB 1295. 4. 62113 A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) professional service; B. Presentation of scoring grid (for ranking by CC) of the firms graded and evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of professional architectural services for (Project Specific) Design & Development of Brewster Park in Pct. 4; Firms The Warren Group Architects, Inc. Negrete & Kolar Architects, LLP Alvarado Architects & Associates, Inc. Total Scores 98 95 93 Ranking C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional architectural agreement under an AIA Form with the No. 1 ranked firm. F. IT Department: 1. 62029 Requesting approval to purchase cloud managed switches along with necessary components, licenses and support through Netsync Network Solutions, an authorized reseller for Cisco Systems, Inc. through DIR Contract in the amount of $162,331.15. 2. 62096 Requesting approval to amend the Participation Agreement with Tyler Technologies, Inc. in the amount of $30,381.00 to add record on appeal feature for Odyssey.
Open Forum
Executive Session (Part 2 of 2)
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. 62067 Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Fair. D. 62039 Claim of Florentino Vazquez 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. 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)
26. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 62068 Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Fair. D. 62041 Claim of Florentino Vazquez 29. Adjourn