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Roll Call |
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Pledge of Allegiance |
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Prayer |
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Approval of Consent Agenda |
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District Attorney's Office: |
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HIDTA - Task Force: |
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62686
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HIDTA Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture (1251)/HIDTA US Treasury Asset Forfeiture (1252)/HIDTA US Justice (1254):
1. Approval of 2018 HIDTA Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture Budget (1251).
2. Approval of 2018 HIDTA US Treasury Asset Forfeiture Funds Budget (1252).
3. Approval of 2018 HIDTA US Justice Asset Forfeiture Funds Budget (1254)
4. Authorization and approval for the Hidalgo County Criminal District Attorney's Office HIDTA Task agents to be paid instead of banking extra-duty hours from January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018 |
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County Clerk's Office - Arturo Guajardo, Jr.: |
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62717
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Resolution in Recognition of Mary L. Cantu for 37 Years of Service to Hidalgo County. |
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62738
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Requesting approval of the continuation certificate for Judge Homero Garza that certifies that the bond is continued in full force and effect until the 31st day of December, 2018 |
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Tax Office - Paul Villarreal: |
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62670
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Discussion and approval of Amendment One to the Agreement for the use of State of Texas Automation Equipment by and between the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles formerly the Texas Department of Transportation and the County of Hidalgo. |
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62669
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Discussion and approval of the first amendment to Full Service Deputy Contract by and between Hidalgo County and BridgePoint Insurance Agency & Permit Center, LLC. |
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Sheriff's Office: |
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62755
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Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Josue Abraham Garcia, student at University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley as an intern under the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Internship Program for the period of 12/2017 to 5/2018. |
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62756
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Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint S.J. Belen Zavala, student at University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley as an Intern under the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Internship Program for the period of 12/2017 to 05/2018. |
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Executive Office: |
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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 |
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62765
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Requesting permission by Paragon Promotionz to host their 4th Annual Adopt an Angel Car, Truck, Bike and Big Rig Show Fundraiser Event at the courthouse square parking lot on December 17, 2017 from 3:00pm to 8:00pm. (Proceeds from this event will be donated to CASA of Hidalgo)
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62775
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Discussion, consideration, and action regarding written Resolution and ballot selection of Appraisal District Board of Directors for 2018-2019 |
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62806
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Authorization for County Judge (authorized official) to sign and submit a "Notice of Change Letter" to notify OAG Grants Division of Alternate Designees:
Ms. Arcilia "Arcy" Duran, (NEW) Hidalgo County Auditor
Ms. Linda Fong, First Assistant County Auditor |
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62767
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Requesting approval for payment of claim for the following, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor: Vendor AIRGAS, INC.,
Invoice # 9931153134, Date: 10-31-15, Amount: $10.05, Service Location: Facilities Management |
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Human Resources: |
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Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (if applicable) for personnel items listed |
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62741
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Sheriff's Office (1100):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period of 12/11/17:
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Current Budgeted Salary |
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280-002 |
0040 |
Detention Sergeant |
$39,090.00
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$43,340.00 (Step 4) |
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62809
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Classification and Compensation Plan (Grade & Step) Project Status Update |
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Urban County: |
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62736
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1. Hold a Public Hearing to consider public comments for Hidalgo County Precinct No.3's proposed budget and program amendment for fiscal years 25, 27, 28 & 29 (2012, 2014, 2015 & 2016) to include additional streets to the Street Improvement line item for each fiscal year.
2. Requesting approval of a budget and program amendment for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3 for fiscal years 25, 27, 28 & 29. (2012, 2014, 2015 & 2016) to include additional streets to each respective funding year. |
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62742
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Requesting approval to reject bids submitted for the City of La Villa 200,000 Gallon Elevated Water Storage Tank project UCP FY’s 27-29 (2014-2016). |
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62369
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Discussion and approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement Between Hidalgo County and Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 as it relates to the Precinct No. 3 Flood Drainage Improvements Project know as the Peñitas Drain Project.
Pending Final Legal Review. |
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62787
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Requesting approval of Year 30 (2017) Urban County Program Interlocal Agreements with (16) participating cities and authorization for Hidalgo County Judge Ramon Garcia to sign any and all agreements.
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62796
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The Urban County Program requests approval of Sub-Recipient Agreements with the following Non-Profit Agencies for Program Year 30 (2017) effective July 1, 2017 to May 31, 2018. (See attached Agreement)
| Amigos Del Valle, Inc. |
Children's Advocacy Center |
| Boys & Girls Club of Alamo, Inc. |
Easter Seals RGV |
| CASA of Hidalgo County, Inc. |
Food Bank of RGV |
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62798
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The Urban County Program requests approval of Sub-Recipient Agreements with the following Non-Profit Agencies for Program Year 30 (2017) effective July 1, 2017 to May 31, 2018. (See attached Agreement)
| Women Together Foundation, Inc. |
Boys & Girls Club of Pharr |
| Open Hands Charitable Services |
RGV Literacy Center |
| LRGVDC Valley Metro Transportation |
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62797
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The Urban County Program requests approval of Sub-Recipient Agreements with the following Non-Profit Agencies for Program Year 30 (2017) effective July 1, 2017 to May 31, 2018. (See attached Agreement)
| Boys & Girls Club of Edinburg, Inc |
HOPE Family Health Center |
| Boys & Girls Club of Mission, Inc. |
Nuestra Clinica Del Valle |
| C.A.M.P. University |
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Health & Human Services Department: |
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62779
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Discussion on UTRGV's recent grant award (Area Health Education Center (AHEC) and how it will assist with healthcare in Hidalgo County. |
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Health Care Funding District: |
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Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures |
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Indigent Health Care Program: |
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62729
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Approval to extend for additional one year period as per Contract for out stationed Assigned Specialists in Health Care Facilities for the term 1/1/18 to 12/31/18 for the following hospitals:
a. Doctors Hospital at Renaissance
b. Knapp Medical Center
c. Mission Hospital Inc.
d. Rio Grande Regional Hospital
e. McAllen Hospitals LP (McAllen Medical and Edinburg Regional Medical Center)
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Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures |
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Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes: |
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62759
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Resolution in Recognition of the Progreso Red Ants Cross-Country Team. |
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Budget & Management: |
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62739
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1. Approval and acceptance of Order dated November 2, 2017 setting salary of County Auditor, Assistant Auditors, and Budget of the County Auditor for 2018.
2. Approval and acceptance of Order dated November 2, 2017 setting salary of Court Reporters for 2018. |
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62766
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Approval of the 2017 Tax Roll Totals, as per Section 26.09(e), of the Texas Property Tax Code. |
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62768
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Child Welfare (1100):
1. Approval of the revised Title IV-E Child Welfare Budget (Contract #23941009) for October 1, 2017 - September 30, 2018.
2. Approval for County Judge to sign required documents. |
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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).
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Pct. 3 |
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62687
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Acceptance & approval of sole responsible vendor, R. Guerra Construction Co., submitting the lowest and best bid for a one time expenditure through a Purchase Order for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3's Project titled: "Purchase of One (1) Used 2008 or Newer Combination Sewer Cleaning Vacuum Truck" RFB No. 2017-093-11-08-SMA.
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Pct. 4 |
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62710
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a. Requesting approval of Change Order #1 to extend the term for an additional thirty-two (32) calendar days and increase the contract amount by $8,015.00 for contract #C-17-128-06-27 with RGV Asphalt, LLC for street improvements in connection with Pct. 4's- Sunflower Road (from Mi 17 Rd to SH 107 Rd).
b. Pursuant to TXLGC 262.031 and in the interest of expediting a project's progress, requesting authority/approval for the Commissioner Precinct 4 or designee: Jose Luis Caso, to execute Change Orders that involve ...'an increase or decrease in cost of $50,000.00 or LESS and in no event to exceed the Change Order's statutory limits...'. The original contract price may not be decreased by 18 % or more without the consent of the contractor".
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Justices of the Peace |
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JP PCT2, PL1
Approval to enter into a 36 month Capital Lease with G.E. Capital Information Technology Solutions, dba, Ricoh USA, Inc. for JP PCT2, PL1.
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360771 |
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MPC4504 |
$215.64 |
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Constables |
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62690
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Constables Pct.2
A. Requesting authority to purchase one (1) 2018 Chevrolet 2500HD Silverado Crew Cab in the amount of $38,184.00 for Hidalgo County Constable Pct.2 as part of the 2017 Vehicle Replacement Program through HC's membership/participation with H-GAC/Buy Contract (VE11-15)
B. Requesting authority to declare as "Surplus" a 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe [Asset#52567 VIN#1GNMCAE02AR239352] for auction.
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Health & Human Services Dept. |
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62697
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Acceptance and approval of the final negotiated contract with Network Sciences, Inc. (ranked #1 by CC on 11/14/2017) for RFP 2017-161 for "Indigent Health Care Computer Software for Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department" including the "Best and Final Offer". Subject to compliance with HB 1295 |
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District Courts |
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62692
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Requesting approval to enter into a three (3) month, contract for services agreement, with Sila Innovations, for a total of $2,699.70 through requisition number 361279 [open market] inasmuch COMMODITY CODE REPORT DATED 11/17/2017: 915-85/$0.00 SHORT MESSAGE SERVICE (SMS).
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Sheriff's Office |
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Presentation of the sole responsible vendor, Hobart Service, a Division of ITW Food Equipment Group, LLC submitting the lowest and best bid for the purpose of award and approval of contract for Request for Bid titled: Hidalgo County - Sheriff's Office "Kitchen Equipment & Appliances Maintenance and Repair Services" through project No.: 2018-002-10-11-FAZ. |
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Open Forum |
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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: |
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Real Estate Acquisition |
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Pending and/or potential litigation |
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62803
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Michael Habiniak v. MNB Ventures Inc., et al |
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62810
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C-5679-15-I; Rolando Garcia v. Hidalgo County |
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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)
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Open Session: |
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Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same |
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Pending and/or potential litigation |
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62804
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Michael Habiniak v. MNB Ventures Inc., et al |
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62811
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C-5679-15-I; Rolando Garcia v. Hidalgo County |
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Closed Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed |
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Open Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed |
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Adjourn |
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