1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. 62301 Discussion on Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 projects, maintenance and operations: A.) Pct. 1 - Whalen Road Improvements B.) Pct. 4 - Kenyon Drain C.) Pct. 3 - South Penitas Detention Basin 6. 62305 A. Requesting approval of Service Agreement with North Alamo Water Supply Corporation as it relates to water services for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 new Administration Building and approval for General Manager to execute. B. Pursuant to the Boards approval of Agreement with North Alamo Water Supply Corporation requesting approval of payment in the amount of $9,625.00 for requested services. 7. 62316 Requesting approval to issue Notice to Resume Work Order No. 1 to Jimenez Engineering Solutions, LLC dba International Consulting Engineers, related to Construction Contract No. C-HCDD1-17-005-02-21 -.PHARR-MCALLEN SOUTH DRAIN OUTFALL IMPROVEMENTS AT USIBWC MAIN FLOODWAY with authority for General Manager, Mr. Raul E. Sesin, P.E. CFM, to execute Notice. The effective date of Notice will be determined by the date of execution. (Notice to Suspend Order was approved by BOD on AI#-60470 - 07/11/17) 8. 62308 Requesting approval to exercise the District's option to renew the Independent Financial Audit Services Letter of Engagement with Burton McCumber & Cortez, LLP for fiscal years 2017 and 2018 as permitted in the requirements of RFQ# HCDD1-15-012-12-11, with same rates, terms, and conditions. Subject to compliance with HB1295. 9. 62323 Ratification of the fully executed Change Oder No. 2, in connection with contract No. C-HCDD1-17-015-04-18- Precinct No. 1 Mile 13 1/2 & FM 1015 as recommended and approved by Mr. Raul E. Sesin, PE., CFM, subject to compliance with HB1295 if and when applicable. 10. 62319 A.) Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Surveying Services. B.) Presentation of scoring grid of firms graded through the District's "Pool" of pre-qualified Professional Surveyors for the purpose of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors in connection with On-Call Professional Surveying Services required for Hidalgo County Drainage District Projects on an as needed basis. FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK: Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc 98 Rio Delta Engineering 96 CVQ Land Surveyors, LLC 94 C.) Pursuant to the Boards approval, requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Professional Surveying Services Agreements with the number one (1) ranked firm __________________________ for the provisions of On-Call Professional Surveying Services for Hidalgo County Drainage District Projects (on as needed basis). 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 C. 62312 Cause No. C-0373-17-E; Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 v. Integ Corporation, et al 12. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation C. 62313 Cause No. C-0373-17-E; Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 v. Integ Corporation, et al 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
1. 62347 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 3. 2017 Intradepartmental transfers: A. 62328 2017 - Fire Marshal (1100) B. 62274 2017-Elections (1100) C. 62276 2017 - DA CCP 59 (1223) D. 62291 2017 - Human Resources (1100) E. 62292 2017 - Auditor's Office (1100) F. 62335 2017 - Pct 1 Sanitation (1100) G. 62254 2017 - Pct 1 R&B (1200) H. 62306 2017 - Pct 1 Sanitation (1100) I. 62303 2017 - Pct. 3 Rd. Maint. (1200) J. 62302 2017 - Pct. 3 Sanitation (1100) K. 62315 2017 - Emergency Management (1100) L. 62269 2017 - County Clerk's (1100) M. 62256 2017 - WIC (1292) N. 62259 2017-WIC Lactation Center (1292) O. 62262 2017-WIC Peer Dad (1292) P. 62263 2017 - District Clerk (1100) Q. 62266 2017 - Constable Precinct 4 (1100) R. 62255 2017 - JP PCT 2/PL 2 (1100) S. 62241 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / TB PREV & CNTRL - FED (1293) T. 62244 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / TB PREV & CNTRL - FED (1293) U. 62245 2017 - Pct 1 Adm (1200) V. 62248 2017 - Constable Pct. 1 (1100) W. 62235 2017 - HIDTA US Treasury(1252) 4. 2017 Interdepartmental transfers: A. 62338 Pct. 1: Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Planning & Eng (002) to Pct. 1 Rd Maint. (005) in the amount of $56,00.00 to fund traffic study expenditures B. 62331 Pct 2 Sanitation (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 CRC San Juan to Pct 2 Sanitation in the amount of $3,000.00 to fund vehicle repair expenditure. C. 62336 Pct 2 Yuma Ave Ext Prj (1200): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Rd Maint to Pct 2 Yuma Ave Extension Project in the amount of $1,056.00 to fund project expenditures. D. 62314 Salary Sweep (1100): Approval to transfer lapsed salaries, allowances, and fringes from various departments into the Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency account. E. 62296 Pct 1 Parks (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from County Wide Adm. - Contingency to Pct 1 Parks, Program 013 in the amount of $110,000.00 F. 62295 Public Defense (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from County Wide Adm. - Contingency to Public Defense in the amount of $1,029,333. G. 62299 Elections Dept (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency to Elections Dept in the amount of $133,000.00. H. 62293 Jail (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency to Jail in the amount of $365,000.00 to fund various operating expenses. 5. Planning Department: A. 62278 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. 62253 Approval of Right of Way Permits: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation: DM Roth, Edinburg, TX; Proposing a bore, 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" waterline, from the centerline of Fir St. go West 800 feet. Will bore Owassa Rd. from North to South 4" deep. B. 62270 Approval of 457 plan hardship withdrawal requests for employee #106925 7. Tax Refunds: A. 62257 Account Number Payer Amount H2550.00.013.0006.01 Janet Harrod Carr $2,781.00 H2550.00.013.0006.01 Janet H Carr $2,897.76 H2550.00.013.0006.11 Auriel Investments, LLC $2,912.78 H2550.00.013.0006.11 James C Harrod $2,551.37 H2550.00.013.0006.01 Auriel Investments, LLC $2,912.78 H2550.00.013.0006.01 James H Carr $3,432.61 R1600.00.000.0006.00 Marcas Inc. $14,256.86 H2550.00.013.0006.11 James C Harrod $2,564.40 H2550.00.013.0006.11 James C Harrod $2,521.36 D3200.00.116.0001.00 Lorie A Trevino $2,680.19 H0407.00.000.0019.00 Corelogic Inc. $4,656.40 D3200.00.084.0000.06 Guerra Bros Master Partnership $7,620.88 S7640.00.000.0014.00 Manuel & Blanca Rodriguez $3,281.89 T2100.00.270.0011.06 G & S Glass, LLC $7,432.29 R1951.00.000.0001.00 DHR Real Estate Management LLC $168,456.79 8. Membership Dues/Certifications: A. 62264 Pct. 4 (1200): Requesting approval to pay membership dues for International Right of Way Association in the amount of $225.00 (Req. # 360254) for Jose Alejandro Ochoa, with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures completed by County Auditor. 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. 62128 Pursuant to Texas Constitution Article 3, Section 52, presentation by Hidalgo County Pct. 4 of the "public purpose" served for the request to purchase "eight acrylic pictures" to be displayed at the Hidalgo County Precinct 4 "M" Road Building, through requisition #00358574. B. 62337 Ratification of fully executed Change Order No. 5 in connection with contract No. C-16-281-11-15 -Hidalgo County Precinct #2 -YUMA AVENUE EXTENSION PROJECT(from McColl Rd to 0.16 miles east of McColl Rd) as recommended by project inspector, Eugene Palacios and subject to compliance with HB1295 when and if applicable. C. 62273 Requesting authority to enter into a 12 month Service Agreement with RSP Business Solutions for the design and development of a website for the Office of the Criminal District Attorney for a one-time (1) down payment fee of $5,375; maintenance of said website will be billed monthly at a rate of $350. D. 62191 Pct. 1 is requesting acceptance and approval of payment of invoice #2017166 in the amount of $9,498.98 submitted by project engineer, TEDSI Infrastructure Group, for engineering services provided under Contract C-16-330-10-04 [WA#1], for Indian Hills project. E. 62283 Pct. 1 is requesting acceptance and approval of payment of invoice #2017163 in the amount of $5,421.30 submitted by project engineer, TEDSI Infrastructure Group, for engineering services provided under Contract C-16-165-07-06 [WA#1], for Nittler Road project. F. 62284 Pct. 1 is requesting acceptance and approval of payment of invoice #2017165 in the amount of $5,404.50 submitted by project engineer, TEDSI Infrastructure Group, for engineering services provided under Contract C-16-165-07-06 [WA#2], for Mile 9 project. G. 62307 Approval of Application for Payment No. 5 in the amount of $255,830.03 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. H. 62170 Approval to exercise the County's option to extend for a one (1) year term under contract #C-12-188-12-11 with Miguel Barboza Jr., for Lease of Office Space in the City of Alton for WIC Program, under the same rates, terms & conditions. I. 62171 Approval to exercise the County's option to extend for a one (1) year term under contract #C-15-309-10-27 with Ivan Melendez, MD, for Chief Physician Services for Health and Human Services, under the same rates, terms & conditions. J. 62168 Approval to exercise the County's option to extend for a one (1) year term under contract #C-12-104-08-28 with GBB Rentals, LTD, for Lease of Office Space in the City of Weslaco for WIC Program, under the same rates, terms & conditions.
Health & Human Services Department: 62082 Proclamation declaring November as Physician Participation Month.
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). Hidalgo County 1. 62300 Acceptance and approval of the final negotiated AIA form of Agreement between Hidalgo County (Owner) and HDR, Inc., (Architect) to provide architectural services for the design and construction of a New Hidalgo County Courthouse.
County Judge's Office: A. 62277 Discussion, consideration and action on Texas Enterprise Zone Program Mandatory Annual report form and authority for Michael Leo, county designee, to sign all related documents.
District Attorney's Office: A. 62162 DA-Victim Assistance Program Grant (VAP)(1281): 1. Approval to submit a VAP Grant #2924302 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG). 2. Approval to de-obligate partial "In Kind" match and to re-appropriate funds to include "Cash Match." B. 62132 DA - Grand Jury (1100): Appropriation of funds in the amount of $1,500.00 to fund the purchase of reference materials.
Constable Pct. #4: A. 62214 Constable Precinct 4 CCP59 (1231): Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds for Constable Precinct 4 CCP59 in the amount of $416.00.
Tax Office - Paul Villarreal: A. 62151 Discussion, consideration, and approval to execute an inter-local agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Alton for implementation of scofflaw procedures and processes for vehicle registration denial services.
Sheriff's Office: A. 61850 Sheriff's Office - Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundations Grant (1284): Authorization and approval to apply for the Firehouse Subs Grant with the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation.
Justices of the Peace: A. 62267 J.P. Pct. #2, Pl. 2: Requesting for Commissioners Court to accept and approve the "Public Purpose" [pursuant to Texas Constitution, Art 3, Section 52] served for the request to purchase promotional items. Items needed to be purchased through current term are such as but not limited to pens, pencils, rulers, drawstring bags, and etc., as these items will be useful to inform, relate progress, educate and report important information to our constituents on aspects of numerous projects, programs, and events.
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. 62317 Request by American Legion Post 408 to use the courthouse square parking lot for the Veterans' Day Parade to be held on Saturday, November 11, 2017 (8-11am) C. 62239 1. Discussion, consideration and action joining the Border Trade Alliance. 2. Discussion, consideration and action authorizing membership dues for 2017-2018 in the amount of $10,000.00, with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor 3. Discussion, consideration and action nominating Commissioner Joseph Palacios as member to the Border Trade Alliance Board of Directors and designating Mr. Jose Luis Caso as proxy. D. 62311 Discussion, consideration and action updating address information regarding County's Section 111 Mandatory Reporting Profile Report and authority for County Executive Officer to sign all related documents. E. 62152 Approval of 2018 Holiday Schedul
Human Resources: A. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (if applicable) for personnel items listed B. 62252 Sheriff's Office - Jail (1100): 1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 11/13/2017: Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Current Budgeted Salary Proposed Budgeted Salary Delete 280-002 0365 Certified Medical Assistant $33,440.00 $0.00 Create 280-002 0443 Licensed Vocational Nurse III $0.00 $53,562.00 C. 62294 Elections Dept./Elections Contract §31.100(1100): 1. Approval of the following personnel actions effective 10/30/2017: Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Current Budgeted Salary/ Allowance Proposed Budgeted Salary/ Allowance Change in funding source 130-001 0194 (Delete) Elections Surveyor $33,755.00 $0.00 130-023 0001 (Create) $0.00 $33,755.00 Change in funding source 130-001 0195 (Delete) Elections Surveyor $33,755.00 $0.00 130-023 0002 (Create) $0.00 $33,755.00
Urban County: A. 62290 1. Approval of Interlocal Agreement between the County of Hidalgo by and through its Urban County Program and Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 6 For the construction of storm water crossings off the Irrigation Districts main canal for the Peñitas Drain Project Phase II. 2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the interlocal cooperation agreement for the Peñitas Drain Project Phase II. 3. Approval of Joint Use Agreement between the County of Hidalgo by and through its Urban County Program and Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 6 in connection with the Peñitas Drain Project Phase II. B. 62199 The Urban County Program is requesting approval of a budget & program amendment for the City of La Joya. The proposed amendment is for the Fiscal Years 27, 28 & 29 (2014, 2015 & 2016) Work Plans.
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
Fire Marshal's Office: A. 62250 Requesting approval of Amendment #2 to the 2016 Rural Emergency Services Interlocal Agreement with City of Sullivan.
Adult Probation: A. 62243 Residential Substance Abuse Treatment - (RSAT) (1289): 1. Approval to accept the RSAT grant from the Office of Governor (Criminal Justice Division) in the amount of $95,692.43 for the grant period of 10/1/17 thru 6/30/18. 2. Approval of certification of revenues as approved by the County Auditor's Office for the RSAT Grant. 3. Approval of appropriation of funds in the amount of $71,769.32 and the cash match of $23,923.11 for a total of $95,692.43.
Community Service Agency: A. 62325 Discussion, consideration, and authorization to request a ninety day extension to the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs for Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) Contract #61170002636, with authorization for Jaime Longoria to sign any and all pertinent document.
IT Department: A. 62147 COMMISSIONER PCT. 2 Authorization and approval to purchase new data plan and MiFi through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following: Description: User: Service Plan: MDN: New data card activation Office Use Mobile Broadband Unlimited @ $37.99 per month New
Elections Administration: A. Discussion, consideration and action but not limited to Election updates.
Budget & Management: A. 62334 Discussion, consideration and approval to amend the County Tobacco Use Policy (Sec. 7.224 of the Civil Service Manual and Sec. 9.59 of the County Personnel Policy Manual) in accordance with Department of State Health Service requirements. B. Budget Appropriations: 1. 62246 Pct 3 Rd. Maint (1200): a. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from the City of Palmview for the Champion Lane Project. b. Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds into Pct 3 Rd. Maint. in the total amount of $37,533.00. 2. 62285 Pct. 4 Rd Maint (1200) A. Approval of 2017 certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 for the reimbursements from the J-09 Drain Project. B. Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds into Pct. 4 Rd Maint. in the amount of $155,024.99.
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. 62300 Acceptance and approval of the final negotiated AIA form of Agreement between Hidalgo County (Owner) and HDR, Inc., (Architect) to provide architectural services for the design and construction of a New Hidalgo County Courthouse B. Executive Office 1. 62240 A. Selection of Evaluation/Grading Committee (nominated by Commissioner's Court) for Construction of Pct. No. 1 Tax Substation: Architectural Services Evaluators/Graders Construction Management Services Evaluators/Graders 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 B. Nomination of at least 3 firms from HC current approved pools of professional services providers for Construction of Pct. No. 1 Tax Substation: Architectural Services Forms Construction Management Firms 1 1 2 2 3 3 2. 62182 A. Selection of Evaluation/Grading Committee (Nominated by Commissioner's Court) for "Construction of the County Services Facility" project in Hidalgo County; Surveying Grading/Evaluators CMT/Geo Technical Grading/Evaluators Architectural Grading/Evaluators 1 1 1 2 2 2 3 3 3 4 4 4 5 5 5 B. Nomination of at least 3 firms from HC current approved "pools" of professional services providers for: "Construction of the County Services Facility" project in Hidalgo County; Surveying Firms Geo Technical/CMT Firms Architectural Firms 1 1 1 2 2 2 3 3 3 C. Pct. 1 1. 62329 a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) professional services including, but not limited to, the following: b-1. 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 Architectural Services for Precinct No. 1 in relation to Sunset Park Operations Facility. Alvarado Architects HDR Architecture The Warren Group Architects Evaluator 1 98 94 94 Evaluator 2 95 93 90 Evaluator 3 94 90 89 Average 95.6 92.3 91.0 Ranking b-2. 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 (Structural) Engineering Services for Precinct No. 1 in relation to Sunset Park Operations Facility. Halff Associates SAMES Inc. Fulcrum Consulting Evaluator 1 96 92 94 Evaluator 2 93 91 90 Evaluator 3 94 92 88 Average Score 94.3 91.6 90.6 Ranking b-3. 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 Project Management services for Precinct No. 1 in relation to Sunset Park Operations Facility. Casslee Investments B2Z Engineering Gonzalez-De La Garza & Associates Evaluator 1 95 98 93 Evaluator 2 93 97 92 Evaluator 3 92 95 89 Average Score 93.3 96.6 91.3 Ranking c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firms for Architectural, Engineering, & Project Management Services. 2. 62330 A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) professional services; 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: Chavez Automated Design RODS Surveying R.O.W. Surveying Evaluator 1 94 95 98 Evaluator 2 92 94 96 Evaluator 3 92 91 95 Average Score 92.6 93.3 96.3 Ranking C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional surveyor services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm. 3. 62326 A. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 2 to C-15-255A-09-01 between Hidalgo County and L & G Engineering Consulting Engineers to provide Traffic Speed Zone Study for various roadways within Pct. 1 in the amount of $55,411.62. B. Pursuant to current contract with L&G Engineering, a request for approval by engineer to permit the subcontracting with Ergonomic Transportation Solutions, Inc. in connection with Contract Work Authorization #2. D. Pct. 3 1. 62324 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-Environmental required for Precinct No.3 Projects (on an as needed basis): L&G ENGINEER RABA KISTNER, INC. FULCRUM CONSULTING SERVICES EVALUATOR #1 99 96 90 RANKING c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm of ___________________. 2. 62322 Recommendation to take action to "cease" negotiations with the number one [#1] ranked firm, L&G Engineers in connection with construction material testing & geo technical testing services [CC action 9-26-17 R/AI#61775] as the incorrect engineering disciplines were originally requested/evaluated and require the cancellation of the agenda item as this project is for the possible acquisition of land. E. Pct. 4 1. 62297 Requesting authorization and approval to purchase one (1) 2018 Freightliner 108SD-80 for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4. through Hidalgo County's participation/membership with HGACBUY contract HT06-16 for $118,118.00 to include but not limited to HGAC's processing fee and subject to receipt of the back up document. F. Health & Human Services Dept. 1. 62275 Discussion, consideration and approval of Amendment No. 2 to the Interlocal Cooperation Contract between Hidalgo County and University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston to extend the term of the agreement to end on April 30, 2018. G. WIC 1. 62202 Requesting approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between Hidalgo County and four local hospitals to provide WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counseling services to WIC eligible mothers.
25. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 62287 Claim of Abel Urbina 28. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. 62301 Discussion on Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 projects, maintenance and operations: A.) Pct. 1 - Whalen Road Improvements B.) Pct. 4 - Kenyon Drain C.) Pct. 3 - South Penitas Detention Basin 6. 62305 A. Requesting approval of Service Agreement with North Alamo Water Supply Corporation as it relates to water services for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 new Administration Building and approval for General Manager to execute. B. Pursuant to the Boards approval of Agreement with North Alamo Water Supply Corporation requesting approval of payment in the amount of $9,625.00 for requested services. 7. 62316 Requesting approval to issue Notice to Resume Work Order No. 1 to Jimenez Engineering Solutions, LLC dba International Consulting Engineers, related to Construction Contract No. C-HCDD1-17-005-02-21 -.PHARR-MCALLEN SOUTH DRAIN OUTFALL IMPROVEMENTS AT USIBWC MAIN FLOODWAY with authority for General Manager, Mr. Raul E. Sesin, P.E. CFM, to execute Notice. The effective date of Notice will be determined by the date of execution. (Notice to Suspend Order was approved by BOD on AI#-60470 - 07/11/17) 8. 62308 Requesting approval to exercise the District's option to renew the Independent Financial Audit Services Letter of Engagement with Burton McCumber & Cortez, LLP for fiscal years 2017 and 2018 as permitted in the requirements of RFQ# HCDD1-15-012-12-11, with same rates, terms, and conditions. Subject to compliance with HB1295. 9. 62323 Ratification of the fully executed Change Oder No. 2, in connection with contract No. C-HCDD1-17-015-04-18- Precinct No. 1 Mile 13 1/2 & FM 1015 as recommended and approved by Mr. Raul E. Sesin, PE., CFM, subject to compliance with HB1295 if and when applicable. 10. 62319 A.) Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Surveying Services. B.) Presentation of scoring grid of firms graded through the District's "Pool" of pre-qualified Professional Surveyors for the purpose of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors in connection with On-Call Professional Surveying Services required for Hidalgo County Drainage District Projects on an as needed basis. FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK: Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc 98 Rio Delta Engineering 96 CVQ Land Surveyors, LLC 94 C.) Pursuant to the Boards approval, requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Professional Surveying Services Agreements with the number one (1) ranked firm __________________________ for the provisions of On-Call Professional Surveying Services for Hidalgo County Drainage District Projects (on as needed basis). 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 C. 62312 Cause No. C-0373-17-E; Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 v. Integ Corporation, et al 12. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation C. 62313 Cause No. C-0373-17-E; Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 v. Integ Corporation, et al 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
1. 62347 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 3. 2017 Intradepartmental transfers: A. 62328 2017 - Fire Marshal (1100) B. 62274 2017-Elections (1100) C. 62276 2017 - DA CCP 59 (1223) D. 62291 2017 - Human Resources (1100) E. 62292 2017 - Auditor's Office (1100) F. 62335 2017 - Pct 1 Sanitation (1100) G. 62254 2017 - Pct 1 R&B (1200) H. 62306 2017 - Pct 1 Sanitation (1100) I. 62303 2017 - Pct. 3 Rd. Maint. (1200) J. 62302 2017 - Pct. 3 Sanitation (1100) K. 62315 2017 - Emergency Management (1100) L. 62269 2017 - County Clerk's (1100) M. 62256 2017 - WIC (1292) N. 62259 2017-WIC Lactation Center (1292) O. 62262 2017-WIC Peer Dad (1292) P. 62263 2017 - District Clerk (1100) Q. 62266 2017 - Constable Precinct 4 (1100) R. 62255 2017 - JP PCT 2/PL 2 (1100) S. 62241 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / TB PREV & CNTRL - FED (1293) T. 62244 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / TB PREV & CNTRL - FED (1293) U. 62245 2017 - Pct 1 Adm (1200) V. 62248 2017 - Constable Pct. 1 (1100) W. 62235 2017 - HIDTA US Treasury(1252) 4. 2017 Interdepartmental transfers: A. 62338 Pct. 1: Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Planning & Eng (002) to Pct. 1 Rd Maint. (005) in the amount of $56,00.00 to fund traffic study expenditures B. 62331 Pct 2 Sanitation (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 CRC San Juan to Pct 2 Sanitation in the amount of $3,000.00 to fund vehicle repair expenditure. C. 62336 Pct 2 Yuma Ave Ext Prj (1200): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Rd Maint to Pct 2 Yuma Ave Extension Project in the amount of $1,056.00 to fund project expenditures. D. 62314 Salary Sweep (1100): Approval to transfer lapsed salaries, allowances, and fringes from various departments into the Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency account. E. 62296 Pct 1 Parks (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from County Wide Adm. - Contingency to Pct 1 Parks, Program 013 in the amount of $110,000.00 F. 62295 Public Defense (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from County Wide Adm. - Contingency to Public Defense in the amount of $1,029,333. G. 62299 Elections Dept (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency to Elections Dept in the amount of $133,000.00. H. 62293 Jail (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency to Jail in the amount of $365,000.00 to fund various operating expenses. 5. Planning Department: A. 62278 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. 62253 Approval of Right of Way Permits: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation: DM Roth, Edinburg, TX; Proposing a bore, 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" waterline, from the centerline of Fir St. go West 800 feet. Will bore Owassa Rd. from North to South 4" deep. B. 62270 Approval of 457 plan hardship withdrawal requests for employee #106925 7. Tax Refunds: A. 62257 Account Number Payer Amount H2550.00.013.0006.01 Janet Harrod Carr $2,781.00 H2550.00.013.0006.01 Janet H Carr $2,897.76 H2550.00.013.0006.11 Auriel Investments, LLC $2,912.78 H2550.00.013.0006.11 James C Harrod $2,551.37 H2550.00.013.0006.01 Auriel Investments, LLC $2,912.78 H2550.00.013.0006.01 James H Carr $3,432.61 R1600.00.000.0006.00 Marcas Inc. $14,256.86 H2550.00.013.0006.11 James C Harrod $2,564.40 H2550.00.013.0006.11 James C Harrod $2,521.36 D3200.00.116.0001.00 Lorie A Trevino $2,680.19 H0407.00.000.0019.00 Corelogic Inc. $4,656.40 D3200.00.084.0000.06 Guerra Bros Master Partnership $7,620.88 S7640.00.000.0014.00 Manuel & Blanca Rodriguez $3,281.89 T2100.00.270.0011.06 G & S Glass, LLC $7,432.29 R1951.00.000.0001.00 DHR Real Estate Management LLC $168,456.79 8. Membership Dues/Certifications: A. 62264 Pct. 4 (1200): Requesting approval to pay membership dues for International Right of Way Association in the amount of $225.00 (Req. # 360254) for Jose Alejandro Ochoa, with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures completed by County Auditor. 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. 62128 Pursuant to Texas Constitution Article 3, Section 52, presentation by Hidalgo County Pct. 4 of the "public purpose" served for the request to purchase "eight acrylic pictures" to be displayed at the Hidalgo County Precinct 4 "M" Road Building, through requisition #00358574. B. 62337 Ratification of fully executed Change Order No. 5 in connection with contract No. C-16-281-11-15 -Hidalgo County Precinct #2 -YUMA AVENUE EXTENSION PROJECT(from McColl Rd to 0.16 miles east of McColl Rd) as recommended by project inspector, Eugene Palacios and subject to compliance with HB1295 when and if applicable. C. 62273 Requesting authority to enter into a 12 month Service Agreement with RSP Business Solutions for the design and development of a website for the Office of the Criminal District Attorney for a one-time (1) down payment fee of $5,375; maintenance of said website will be billed monthly at a rate of $350. D. 62191 Pct. 1 is requesting acceptance and approval of payment of invoice #2017166 in the amount of $9,498.98 submitted by project engineer, TEDSI Infrastructure Group, for engineering services provided under Contract C-16-330-10-04 [WA#1], for Indian Hills project. E. 62283 Pct. 1 is requesting acceptance and approval of payment of invoice #2017163 in the amount of $5,421.30 submitted by project engineer, TEDSI Infrastructure Group, for engineering services provided under Contract C-16-165-07-06 [WA#1], for Nittler Road project. F. 62284 Pct. 1 is requesting acceptance and approval of payment of invoice #2017165 in the amount of $5,404.50 submitted by project engineer, TEDSI Infrastructure Group, for engineering services provided under Contract C-16-165-07-06 [WA#2], for Mile 9 project. G. 62307 Approval of Application for Payment No. 5 in the amount of $255,830.03 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. H. 62170 Approval to exercise the County's option to extend for a one (1) year term under contract #C-12-188-12-11 with Miguel Barboza Jr., for Lease of Office Space in the City of Alton for WIC Program, under the same rates, terms & conditions. I. 62171 Approval to exercise the County's option to extend for a one (1) year term under contract #C-15-309-10-27 with Ivan Melendez, MD, for Chief Physician Services for Health and Human Services, under the same rates, terms & conditions. J. 62168 Approval to exercise the County's option to extend for a one (1) year term under contract #C-12-104-08-28 with GBB Rentals, LTD, for Lease of Office Space in the City of Weslaco for WIC Program, under the same rates, terms & conditions.
Health & Human Services Department: 62082 Proclamation declaring November as Physician Participation Month.
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). Hidalgo County 1. 62300 Acceptance and approval of the final negotiated AIA form of Agreement between Hidalgo County (Owner) and HDR, Inc., (Architect) to provide architectural services for the design and construction of a New Hidalgo County Courthouse.
County Judge's Office: A. 62277 Discussion, consideration and action on Texas Enterprise Zone Program Mandatory Annual report form and authority for Michael Leo, county designee, to sign all related documents.
District Attorney's Office: A. 62162 DA-Victim Assistance Program Grant (VAP)(1281): 1. Approval to submit a VAP Grant #2924302 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG). 2. Approval to de-obligate partial "In Kind" match and to re-appropriate funds to include "Cash Match." B. 62132 DA - Grand Jury (1100): Appropriation of funds in the amount of $1,500.00 to fund the purchase of reference materials.
Constable Pct. #4: A. 62214 Constable Precinct 4 CCP59 (1231): Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds for Constable Precinct 4 CCP59 in the amount of $416.00.
Tax Office - Paul Villarreal: A. 62151 Discussion, consideration, and approval to execute an inter-local agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Alton for implementation of scofflaw procedures and processes for vehicle registration denial services.
Sheriff's Office: A. 61850 Sheriff's Office - Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundations Grant (1284): Authorization and approval to apply for the Firehouse Subs Grant with the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation.
Justices of the Peace: A. 62267 J.P. Pct. #2, Pl. 2: Requesting for Commissioners Court to accept and approve the "Public Purpose" [pursuant to Texas Constitution, Art 3, Section 52] served for the request to purchase promotional items. Items needed to be purchased through current term are such as but not limited to pens, pencils, rulers, drawstring bags, and etc., as these items will be useful to inform, relate progress, educate and report important information to our constituents on aspects of numerous projects, programs, and events.
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. 62317 Request by American Legion Post 408 to use the courthouse square parking lot for the Veterans' Day Parade to be held on Saturday, November 11, 2017 (8-11am) C. 62239 1. Discussion, consideration and action joining the Border Trade Alliance. 2. Discussion, consideration and action authorizing membership dues for 2017-2018 in the amount of $10,000.00, with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor 3. Discussion, consideration and action nominating Commissioner Joseph Palacios as member to the Border Trade Alliance Board of Directors and designating Mr. Jose Luis Caso as proxy. D. 62311 Discussion, consideration and action updating address information regarding County's Section 111 Mandatory Reporting Profile Report and authority for County Executive Officer to sign all related documents. E. 62152 Approval of 2018 Holiday Schedul
Human Resources: A. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (if applicable) for personnel items listed B. 62252 Sheriff's Office - Jail (1100): 1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 11/13/2017: Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Current Budgeted Salary Proposed Budgeted Salary Delete 280-002 0365 Certified Medical Assistant $33,440.00 $0.00 Create 280-002 0443 Licensed Vocational Nurse III $0.00 $53,562.00 C. 62294 Elections Dept./Elections Contract §31.100(1100): 1. Approval of the following personnel actions effective 10/30/2017: Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Current Budgeted Salary/ Allowance Proposed Budgeted Salary/ Allowance Change in funding source 130-001 0194 (Delete) Elections Surveyor $33,755.00 $0.00 130-023 0001 (Create) $0.00 $33,755.00 Change in funding source 130-001 0195 (Delete) Elections Surveyor $33,755.00 $0.00 130-023 0002 (Create) $0.00 $33,755.00
Urban County: A. 62290 1. Approval of Interlocal Agreement between the County of Hidalgo by and through its Urban County Program and Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 6 For the construction of storm water crossings off the Irrigation Districts main canal for the Peñitas Drain Project Phase II. 2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the interlocal cooperation agreement for the Peñitas Drain Project Phase II. 3. Approval of Joint Use Agreement between the County of Hidalgo by and through its Urban County Program and Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 6 in connection with the Peñitas Drain Project Phase II. B. 62199 The Urban County Program is requesting approval of a budget & program amendment for the City of La Joya. The proposed amendment is for the Fiscal Years 27, 28 & 29 (2014, 2015 & 2016) Work Plans.
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
Fire Marshal's Office: A. 62250 Requesting approval of Amendment #2 to the 2016 Rural Emergency Services Interlocal Agreement with City of Sullivan.
Adult Probation: A. 62243 Residential Substance Abuse Treatment - (RSAT) (1289): 1. Approval to accept the RSAT grant from the Office of Governor (Criminal Justice Division) in the amount of $95,692.43 for the grant period of 10/1/17 thru 6/30/18. 2. Approval of certification of revenues as approved by the County Auditor's Office for the RSAT Grant. 3. Approval of appropriation of funds in the amount of $71,769.32 and the cash match of $23,923.11 for a total of $95,692.43.
Community Service Agency: A. 62325 Discussion, consideration, and authorization to request a ninety day extension to the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs for Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) Contract #61170002636, with authorization for Jaime Longoria to sign any and all pertinent document.
IT Department: A. 62147 COMMISSIONER PCT. 2 Authorization and approval to purchase new data plan and MiFi through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following: Description: User: Service Plan: MDN: New data card activation Office Use Mobile Broadband Unlimited @ $37.99 per month New
Elections Administration: A. Discussion, consideration and action but not limited to Election updates.
Budget & Management: A. 62334 Discussion, consideration and approval to amend the County Tobacco Use Policy (Sec. 7.224 of the Civil Service Manual and Sec. 9.59 of the County Personnel Policy Manual) in accordance with Department of State Health Service requirements. B. Budget Appropriations: 1. 62246 Pct 3 Rd. Maint (1200): a. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from the City of Palmview for the Champion Lane Project. b. Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds into Pct 3 Rd. Maint. in the total amount of $37,533.00. 2. 62285 Pct. 4 Rd Maint (1200) A. Approval of 2017 certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 for the reimbursements from the J-09 Drain Project. B. Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds into Pct. 4 Rd Maint. in the amount of $155,024.99.
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. 62300 Acceptance and approval of the final negotiated AIA form of Agreement between Hidalgo County (Owner) and HDR, Inc., (Architect) to provide architectural services for the design and construction of a New Hidalgo County Courthouse B. Executive Office 1. 62240 A. Selection of Evaluation/Grading Committee (nominated by Commissioner's Court) for Construction of Pct. No. 1 Tax Substation: Architectural Services Evaluators/Graders Construction Management Services Evaluators/Graders 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 B. Nomination of at least 3 firms from HC current approved pools of professional services providers for Construction of Pct. No. 1 Tax Substation: Architectural Services Forms Construction Management Firms 1 1 2 2 3 3 2. 62182 A. Selection of Evaluation/Grading Committee (Nominated by Commissioner's Court) for "Construction of the County Services Facility" project in Hidalgo County; Surveying Grading/Evaluators CMT/Geo Technical Grading/Evaluators Architectural Grading/Evaluators 1 1 1 2 2 2 3 3 3 4 4 4 5 5 5 B. Nomination of at least 3 firms from HC current approved "pools" of professional services providers for: "Construction of the County Services Facility" project in Hidalgo County; Surveying Firms Geo Technical/CMT Firms Architectural Firms 1 1 1 2 2 2 3 3 3 C. Pct. 1 1. 62329 a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) professional services including, but not limited to, the following: b-1. 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 Architectural Services for Precinct No. 1 in relation to Sunset Park Operations Facility. Alvarado Architects HDR Architecture The Warren Group Architects Evaluator 1 98 94 94 Evaluator 2 95 93 90 Evaluator 3 94 90 89 Average 95.6 92.3 91.0 Ranking b-2. 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 (Structural) Engineering Services for Precinct No. 1 in relation to Sunset Park Operations Facility. Halff Associates SAMES Inc. Fulcrum Consulting Evaluator 1 96 92 94 Evaluator 2 93 91 90 Evaluator 3 94 92 88 Average Score 94.3 91.6 90.6 Ranking b-3. 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 Project Management services for Precinct No. 1 in relation to Sunset Park Operations Facility. Casslee Investments B2Z Engineering Gonzalez-De La Garza & Associates Evaluator 1 95 98 93 Evaluator 2 93 97 92 Evaluator 3 92 95 89 Average Score 93.3 96.6 91.3 Ranking c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firms for Architectural, Engineering, & Project Management Services. 2. 62330 A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) professional services; 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: Chavez Automated Design RODS Surveying R.O.W. Surveying Evaluator 1 94 95 98 Evaluator 2 92 94 96 Evaluator 3 92 91 95 Average Score 92.6 93.3 96.3 Ranking C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional surveyor services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm. 3. 62326 A. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 2 to C-15-255A-09-01 between Hidalgo County and L & G Engineering Consulting Engineers to provide Traffic Speed Zone Study for various roadways within Pct. 1 in the amount of $55,411.62. B. Pursuant to current contract with L&G Engineering, a request for approval by engineer to permit the subcontracting with Ergonomic Transportation Solutions, Inc. in connection with Contract Work Authorization #2. D. Pct. 3 1. 62324 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-Environmental required for Precinct No.3 Projects (on an as needed basis): L&G ENGINEER RABA KISTNER, INC. FULCRUM CONSULTING SERVICES EVALUATOR #1 99 96 90 RANKING c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm of ___________________. 2. 62322 Recommendation to take action to "cease" negotiations with the number one [#1] ranked firm, L&G Engineers in connection with construction material testing & geo technical testing services [CC action 9-26-17 R/AI#61775] as the incorrect engineering disciplines were originally requested/evaluated and require the cancellation of the agenda item as this project is for the possible acquisition of land. E. Pct. 4 1. 62297 Requesting authorization and approval to purchase one (1) 2018 Freightliner 108SD-80 for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4. through Hidalgo County's participation/membership with HGACBUY contract HT06-16 for $118,118.00 to include but not limited to HGAC's processing fee and subject to receipt of the back up document. F. Health & Human Services Dept. 1. 62275 Discussion, consideration and approval of Amendment No. 2 to the Interlocal Cooperation Contract between Hidalgo County and University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston to extend the term of the agreement to end on April 30, 2018. G. WIC 1. 62202 Requesting approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between Hidalgo County and four local hospitals to provide WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counseling services to WIC eligible mothers.
25. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 62287 Claim of Abel Urbina 28. Adjourn