1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. 63896 Presentation and discussion on Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 Phase I Drainage Study Project. Project Engineer: B2Z Engineering. 6. 63889 Requesting acceptance and approval by the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Board of Directors of an "Order" authorizing the Purchase of certain personal property (as described in attachments herein) from Hidalgo County Precinct 1 for the agreed upon Fair Market Value. 7. 63886 General Fund - Budget:006-M&O A. Request approval to issue payment on award of special commissioners pertaining to condemnation proceedings for Cause No.CCD-0431-H Parcel No. 1-Pct.2-Fee Simple Right of Way. B. Approval to issue payment on three(3)Special Commissioners fees related to Cause No.CCD-0431-H as noted on Item A above. 8. 63904 Authority to advertise and approval of plans and specifications developed by project engineer, TEDSI Infrastructure Group, for: Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 -“HCDD1 J-09 Drain Improvements Phase II Roadway & Field Crossing” -RFB No. HCDD1-18-015-03-28, including the re-advertising of projects in the event no Bid responses are received and/or are rejected and project is still required. 9. 63905 Requesting acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $59,648.57, as submitted by L&G Engineering, in relation to professional Engineering Services to provide Schematic Development, ROW Map, ROW Acquisition Services and PS&E Submittal, through awarded Contract No. C-HCDD1-18-004-02-06 "Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 - Weslaco North Lateral, Ditch 350, 47, 7V, 17B2A1AEXT and 7T Drainage Area Improvements (Subject to Legal Review and compliance to Form HB1295) 10. 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 11. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 12. Closed Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 13. Open Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 14. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
1. 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. 63923 Presentation of Fund Information Report 3. 2018 Intradepartmental Transfers: A. 63906 2018 - PUBLIC AFFAIRS (1100) B. 63891 2018 - Jail Commissary (2102) C. 63870 2018 - Treasurer's Office - BBB (1100) D. 63893 2018-Elections Dept (1100) E. 63888 2018 - Veterans Services (1100) F. 63839 2018 - Health & Human Services Dept. / CPS/HAZARDS (1293) G. 63860 2018 - Fire Marshal (1100) H. 63828 2018 - D.A. CJD VAP (1281) 4. 2018 Interdepartmental Transfers: A. 63892 Pct 2 Las Milpas Rd (10th St - McColl Rd) Prj (1200): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Rd Maint, program #006, to Pct 2 Las Milpas Rd (10th St-McColl Rd) Prj., program #147, in the amount of $410,000.00 to fund project expenditures. B. 63899 Pct 2 Alamo CRC (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Parks, program #008, to Pct 2 Alamo CRC, program #082, in the amount of $1,250.49 to fund alarm monitoring services and equipment. C. 63881 CO2016-Pct 4 Doolittle (1350): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from CO2016-PCT4 C.CHAVEZ RD (program 183) to CO2016-PCT4 DOOLITTLE (program 195) in the amount of $11,196.60. 5. Planning Department: A. 63858 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) 7. 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. 63826 Approval of Application for Payment No. 9 in the amount of $54,782.90 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. B. 63857 Ratification of Purchase Order #775614 for $21,429.26 issued to Herrcon, LLC [coop awarded JOC] for the modification to main entrance located at the New Administration Building in order to comply with Americans with Disabilities Act [ADA] requirements. C. 63867 Requesting approval of the equipment purchase agreement to upgrade the existing Security Monitoring System in the amount of $950.49 and approval of the 36 month Commercial Alarm Monitoring Agreement in the amount of $300.00 per year commencing 3/1/18 with Superior Alarms thru [awarded vendor Buyboard co-op contract# 493-15], with authority for County Judge to execute agreements, for the following location: 1429 S. Tower Road Alamo, Texas. D. 63823 1. Authorization and approval to change the name from COPsync to Thinkstream thru "Bill of Sale" and Chapter 11 proceedings; 2. Approval to remain as "Sole Source Declaration" for Thinkstream (fka COPsync), Inc." for the purchase of Software; including licenses and support service to be used by Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and other related Hidalgo County Law Enforcement Agencies (all funding sources) with said declaration to remain in effect while declaration is in place or until revoked by HCCC. E. 63707 Justice of the Peace PCT 3, PL 2 is requesting approval to enter into a 48 month capital lease agreement for a model number MPC4504 with Ricoh USA, Inc. for a monthly payment of $203.27 through requisition number 365897. Department REQ# Term Model Monthly Payment JP 3.2 365897 48 mos. MPC4504 203.27
6. Budget & Management: A. 63855 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $998,848.89 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 02/08/18 to 02/21/18. 02/08-14/18 $526,605.69 02/15-21/18 $472,243.20 TOTAL $998,848.89 2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid. B. 63854 Self-Insured (2202): Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of February 1-15, 2018 in the amount of $54,697.35 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Palacios: A. 63897 Resolution in recognition of the Hidalgo County MPO, LRGVDC and Texas A&M Health Services for their acceptance to attend the Fourth Annual Walkability Action Institute
Sheriff's Office: A. 63902 2015 Operation Stonegarden (1284): Authorization and approval to submit a budget amendment (FRAG) and Price Act Waiver in reference to Operation Stonegarden 2015. B. 63808 Presentation and discussion of the 2017 Racial Profiling Report as presented by the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office, in accordance with and adherence to Article 2.133 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. C. 63716 Sheriff - Operation Stonegarden (1284): Authorization and approval to request an extension in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY2015. New termination date: April 30, 2018. D. 63890 1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by County Auditor. 2. Approval of appropriation of funds in the Jail Commissary account for the amount of $2,827.38.
Constable Pct. #2: A. 63729 Constable Pct. #2 - TTBH VBLF (1285): 1. Requesting approval of amendment to the Interlocal Agreement between Tropical Texas Behavioral Health and the County of Hidalgo, by and through the Office of Constable Pct. 2. 2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign amendment to the Interlocal Agreement award and related documents. 3. Approval to continue payment of salary, overtime, and fringe benefits for one Deputy Constable under the Tropical Texas Behavioral Health-VBLF Interlocal Agreement.
Constable Pct. #3: A. 63756 Constable Pct. 3 - LBSP (1284) 1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY19 grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Grants Division (HSGD), through e-grants. 2. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under e-grants as authorized official. 3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP 19 Grant to designate Judge Ramon Garcia as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document (grant period-September 01, 2018 - August 31, 2019).
Constable Pct. #4: A. 63730 Constable Pct. #4 - TTBH VBLF (1285): 1. Requesting approval of amendment to the Interlocal Agreement between Tropical Texas Behavioral Health and the County of Hidalgo, by and through the Office of Constable Pct. 4. 2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign amendment to the Interlocal Agreement award and related documents. 3. Approval to continue payment of salary, overtime, and fringe benefits for one Deputy Constable under the Tropical Texas Behavioral Health-VBLF Interlocal Agreement
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. 63856 Approval of 2018 Library Interlocal Agreements between Hidalgo County and the following cities: Alamo, Donna, Edinburg, Elsa, Hidalgo, La Joya, McAllen, Mercedes, Mission, Penitas, Pharr, San Juan and Weslaco
Auditors Office: A. 63708 1. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for various TXDOT projects. 2. Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds for various TXDOT projects in the total amount of $4,529,043.86
Health & Human Services Department: A. 63827 Requesting approval for Health & Human Services Department employees to travel out of state to attend the 2018 Public Health Preparedness Summit, April 16 - 20, 2018 in Atlanta, Georgia. The summit will also include a Project Public Health Ready ceremony to recognize Hidalgo County Health & Human Services for having been awarded Project Public Health Ready recognition. B. 63848 Health Department - TX Healthy Communities (1293): Requesting approval to submit grant renewal application for the Texas Healthy Communities program in the amount of $50,000.00. The FY 19 program will be in effect from October 1, 2018 through September 30, 2019. C. Health Care Funding District: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures D. Indigent Health Care Program: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures
IT Department: A. 63775 Approval of the following requests for wireless devices: Qty: Description: Department: User: Service Plan: 1 Data Card District Attorney's Office Office Use Mobile Broadband Unlimited @ $37.99/month 1 Cell Phone JP5 PL1 Office Use Nationwide 400 Share N&W+M2M Unl. 200 Msgs @ $24.99 + Taxes/fees @ $5.00/month 1 Data Card JP5 PL1 Office Use Mobile Broadband Unlimited @ $37.99/month 2 GPS County Clerk's Office Office Use Machine to Machine Account Share 5MB @ $7.00/each per month 1 GPS County Clerk's Office Office Use Machine to Machine Account Share 1MB @ $5.00/month 2 Data Cards W.I.C. Office Use Mobile Broadband Unlimited @ $37.99/each per month
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes: A. 63850 1. Approval and acceptance for Commissioner Precinct 1, David Fuentes to request an extension of time to obtain Notice of Intent (NOI) for Citizens' Collection Station at Hidalgo County Sunset Park, with Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ); 2. Approval to submit application to Texas Commission on Environmental (TCEQ) MSW Permits Division for a Notice of Intent (NOI) to Operate a Citizens' Collection Station - Hidalgo County Precinct 1 Sunset Par
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu: A. 63901 1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Hidalgo, regarding new road construction and drainage improvements for the Pct. 2 Las Milpas Rd (10th St-McColl Rd) Project. 2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) project for the Pct 2 Las Milpas Rd (10th St - McColl Rd) Project. B. 63883 Approval of Resolution of Support and Financial Commitment for the following multi-family rental housing development project by applicant seeking competitive 9% Housing Tax Credits to satisfy the requirements set forth by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs. List of project being considered: 1. Hidalgo Co. Lopezville Lofts
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores: A. 63767 1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the City of Sullivan and County of Hidalgo to jointly overlay a portion of El Pinto Road from U.S. Expressway 83 to Tablero Road. 2. In accordance with Texas Government Code 791.014, requesting approval of the interlocal cooperation agreement of a proposed project whereby the City of Sullivan and County desire to jointly agree to cooperate in overlaying of approximately 6600 linear feet of El Pinto Road from U.S. Expressway 83 to Tablero Road of roadway which is a connecting link to the County roads system.
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. Pct. 1 1. 63868 A. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, 263.151, discussion and approval to declare as "surplus" three [3] tractors and as further detailed in Exhibit "A" including to establish the sell price as stated in the "ORDER". B. Acceptance and approval by Hidalgo County Commissioners Court evidence by an "ORDER" authorizing the sale of certain personal property (as described in attachments herein" to Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 for the amount approved as stated in the "ORDER". C. Requesting authority to remove said assets listed on Exhibit "A" (attached hereto) from the Hidalgo County inventory list after finalizing the sale of equipment to Drainage District #1. B. Pct. 2 1. 63894 a. Acceptance and approval to execute the final form of a professional engineering services agreement (subject to legal counsel's review) with B2Z Engineering, LLC. for "Las Milpas Road Project," for Pct. #2, [as approved for negotiations on CC 2/20/2018] and subject to compliance with HB23 and HB1295 [if and when applicable]; b. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 (with an estimated cost of $403,420.47) as submitted by project engineer, B2Z Engineering LLC. to provide "PS&E, Design Survey, ROW Map, and other design related services for the Pct 2 "Las Milpas Road Project" through contract # C-18-075-02-27. c. Pursuant to current contract with B2Z Engineering (Article 14), a request for approval by engineer to permit the subcontracting of R.O. W. Surveying Services, LLC. C-18-075-02-27 for Pct 2 "Las Milpas Road Project". C. Pct. 3 1. 63874 Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 (with an estimated cost of $13,500.00) as submitted by project engineer, Javier Hinojosa Engineering, to provide engineering services for "Citrus Grove Street-CJRS Subdivision Units A&B," through Contract# C-17-329-12-19. D. Health & Human Services Dept. 1. 63865 Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packets (i.e., requirements, legal notice etc.) for the H C Health and Human Services Department, including (re-advertising when/if necessary or required) for project: - Hidalgo County Health and Human Services Department - "Contractual Physician for Tuberculosis Services", RFQ: 2018-058-03-21-LHS. E. Colonia Access Program Pct. 1 1. 63844 A. Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement with Javier Hinojosa Engineering as it relates to Professional Engineering Services for Precinct No. 1 BCAP Round III Projects. Approved for negotiations by HCCC on January 23, 2018 ai # 63362 ( r ). B. Pursuant to HCCC approval of Professional Services Agreement with Javier Hinojosa Engineering requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $79,121.58 as it relates to Professional Engineering Services for BCAP Round III Projects. C. Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement with EarthCo. LLC as it relates to Professional Engineering Services-Geo-Technical & Construction Materials Testing Services for Precinct No. 1 BCAP Round III Projects. Approved for negotiations by HCCC on January 23, 2018 ai # 63362 ( r ). D. Pursuant to HCCC approval of Professional Services Agreement with EarthCo., requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $25,175.05 as it relates to Professional Engineering Services-Geo-Technical & Construction Material Testing Services for Precinct No. 1 Round III BCAP Projects.
Elections Administration: A. Discussion on Election updates
Open Forum
20. 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. 63862 C-3824-16-J; Raquel Ferrer Giron v. Hidalgo County, Texas 21. 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)
22. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 63863 C-3824-16-J; Raquel Ferrer Giron v. Hidalgo County, Texas 25. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. 63896 Presentation and discussion on Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 Phase I Drainage Study Project. Project Engineer: B2Z Engineering. 6. 63889 Requesting acceptance and approval by the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Board of Directors of an "Order" authorizing the Purchase of certain personal property (as described in attachments herein) from Hidalgo County Precinct 1 for the agreed upon Fair Market Value. 7. 63886 General Fund - Budget:006-M&O A. Request approval to issue payment on award of special commissioners pertaining to condemnation proceedings for Cause No.CCD-0431-H Parcel No. 1-Pct.2-Fee Simple Right of Way. B. Approval to issue payment on three(3)Special Commissioners fees related to Cause No.CCD-0431-H as noted on Item A above. 8. 63904 Authority to advertise and approval of plans and specifications developed by project engineer, TEDSI Infrastructure Group, for: Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 -“HCDD1 J-09 Drain Improvements Phase II Roadway & Field Crossing” -RFB No. HCDD1-18-015-03-28, including the re-advertising of projects in the event no Bid responses are received and/or are rejected and project is still required. 9. 63905 Requesting acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $59,648.57, as submitted by L&G Engineering, in relation to professional Engineering Services to provide Schematic Development, ROW Map, ROW Acquisition Services and PS&E Submittal, through awarded Contract No. C-HCDD1-18-004-02-06 "Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 - Weslaco North Lateral, Ditch 350, 47, 7V, 17B2A1AEXT and 7T Drainage Area Improvements (Subject to Legal Review and compliance to Form HB1295) 10. 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 11. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 12. Closed Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 13. Open Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 14. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
1. 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. 63923 Presentation of Fund Information Report 3. 2018 Intradepartmental Transfers: A. 63906 2018 - PUBLIC AFFAIRS (1100) B. 63891 2018 - Jail Commissary (2102) C. 63870 2018 - Treasurer's Office - BBB (1100) D. 63893 2018-Elections Dept (1100) E. 63888 2018 - Veterans Services (1100) F. 63839 2018 - Health & Human Services Dept. / CPS/HAZARDS (1293) G. 63860 2018 - Fire Marshal (1100) H. 63828 2018 - D.A. CJD VAP (1281) 4. 2018 Interdepartmental Transfers: A. 63892 Pct 2 Las Milpas Rd (10th St - McColl Rd) Prj (1200): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Rd Maint, program #006, to Pct 2 Las Milpas Rd (10th St-McColl Rd) Prj., program #147, in the amount of $410,000.00 to fund project expenditures. B. 63899 Pct 2 Alamo CRC (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Parks, program #008, to Pct 2 Alamo CRC, program #082, in the amount of $1,250.49 to fund alarm monitoring services and equipment. C. 63881 CO2016-Pct 4 Doolittle (1350): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from CO2016-PCT4 C.CHAVEZ RD (program 183) to CO2016-PCT4 DOOLITTLE (program 195) in the amount of $11,196.60. 5. Planning Department: A. 63858 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) 7. 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. 63826 Approval of Application for Payment No. 9 in the amount of $54,782.90 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. B. 63857 Ratification of Purchase Order #775614 for $21,429.26 issued to Herrcon, LLC [coop awarded JOC] for the modification to main entrance located at the New Administration Building in order to comply with Americans with Disabilities Act [ADA] requirements. C. 63867 Requesting approval of the equipment purchase agreement to upgrade the existing Security Monitoring System in the amount of $950.49 and approval of the 36 month Commercial Alarm Monitoring Agreement in the amount of $300.00 per year commencing 3/1/18 with Superior Alarms thru [awarded vendor Buyboard co-op contract# 493-15], with authority for County Judge to execute agreements, for the following location: 1429 S. Tower Road Alamo, Texas. D. 63823 1. Authorization and approval to change the name from COPsync to Thinkstream thru "Bill of Sale" and Chapter 11 proceedings; 2. Approval to remain as "Sole Source Declaration" for Thinkstream (fka COPsync), Inc." for the purchase of Software; including licenses and support service to be used by Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and other related Hidalgo County Law Enforcement Agencies (all funding sources) with said declaration to remain in effect while declaration is in place or until revoked by HCCC. E. 63707 Justice of the Peace PCT 3, PL 2 is requesting approval to enter into a 48 month capital lease agreement for a model number MPC4504 with Ricoh USA, Inc. for a monthly payment of $203.27 through requisition number 365897. Department REQ# Term Model Monthly Payment JP 3.2 365897 48 mos. MPC4504 203.27
6. Budget & Management: A. 63855 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $998,848.89 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 02/08/18 to 02/21/18. 02/08-14/18 $526,605.69 02/15-21/18 $472,243.20 TOTAL $998,848.89 2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid. B. 63854 Self-Insured (2202): Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of February 1-15, 2018 in the amount of $54,697.35 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Palacios: A. 63897 Resolution in recognition of the Hidalgo County MPO, LRGVDC and Texas A&M Health Services for their acceptance to attend the Fourth Annual Walkability Action Institute
Sheriff's Office: A. 63902 2015 Operation Stonegarden (1284): Authorization and approval to submit a budget amendment (FRAG) and Price Act Waiver in reference to Operation Stonegarden 2015. B. 63808 Presentation and discussion of the 2017 Racial Profiling Report as presented by the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office, in accordance with and adherence to Article 2.133 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. C. 63716 Sheriff - Operation Stonegarden (1284): Authorization and approval to request an extension in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY2015. New termination date: April 30, 2018. D. 63890 1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by County Auditor. 2. Approval of appropriation of funds in the Jail Commissary account for the amount of $2,827.38.
Constable Pct. #2: A. 63729 Constable Pct. #2 - TTBH VBLF (1285): 1. Requesting approval of amendment to the Interlocal Agreement between Tropical Texas Behavioral Health and the County of Hidalgo, by and through the Office of Constable Pct. 2. 2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign amendment to the Interlocal Agreement award and related documents. 3. Approval to continue payment of salary, overtime, and fringe benefits for one Deputy Constable under the Tropical Texas Behavioral Health-VBLF Interlocal Agreement.
Constable Pct. #3: A. 63756 Constable Pct. 3 - LBSP (1284) 1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY19 grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Grants Division (HSGD), through e-grants. 2. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under e-grants as authorized official. 3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP 19 Grant to designate Judge Ramon Garcia as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document (grant period-September 01, 2018 - August 31, 2019).
Constable Pct. #4: A. 63730 Constable Pct. #4 - TTBH VBLF (1285): 1. Requesting approval of amendment to the Interlocal Agreement between Tropical Texas Behavioral Health and the County of Hidalgo, by and through the Office of Constable Pct. 4. 2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign amendment to the Interlocal Agreement award and related documents. 3. Approval to continue payment of salary, overtime, and fringe benefits for one Deputy Constable under the Tropical Texas Behavioral Health-VBLF Interlocal Agreement
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. 63856 Approval of 2018 Library Interlocal Agreements between Hidalgo County and the following cities: Alamo, Donna, Edinburg, Elsa, Hidalgo, La Joya, McAllen, Mercedes, Mission, Penitas, Pharr, San Juan and Weslaco
Auditors Office: A. 63708 1. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for various TXDOT projects. 2. Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds for various TXDOT projects in the total amount of $4,529,043.86
Health & Human Services Department: A. 63827 Requesting approval for Health & Human Services Department employees to travel out of state to attend the 2018 Public Health Preparedness Summit, April 16 - 20, 2018 in Atlanta, Georgia. The summit will also include a Project Public Health Ready ceremony to recognize Hidalgo County Health & Human Services for having been awarded Project Public Health Ready recognition. B. 63848 Health Department - TX Healthy Communities (1293): Requesting approval to submit grant renewal application for the Texas Healthy Communities program in the amount of $50,000.00. The FY 19 program will be in effect from October 1, 2018 through September 30, 2019. C. Health Care Funding District: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures D. Indigent Health Care Program: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures
IT Department: A. 63775 Approval of the following requests for wireless devices: Qty: Description: Department: User: Service Plan: 1 Data Card District Attorney's Office Office Use Mobile Broadband Unlimited @ $37.99/month 1 Cell Phone JP5 PL1 Office Use Nationwide 400 Share N&W+M2M Unl. 200 Msgs @ $24.99 + Taxes/fees @ $5.00/month 1 Data Card JP5 PL1 Office Use Mobile Broadband Unlimited @ $37.99/month 2 GPS County Clerk's Office Office Use Machine to Machine Account Share 5MB @ $7.00/each per month 1 GPS County Clerk's Office Office Use Machine to Machine Account Share 1MB @ $5.00/month 2 Data Cards W.I.C. Office Use Mobile Broadband Unlimited @ $37.99/each per month
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes: A. 63850 1. Approval and acceptance for Commissioner Precinct 1, David Fuentes to request an extension of time to obtain Notice of Intent (NOI) for Citizens' Collection Station at Hidalgo County Sunset Park, with Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ); 2. Approval to submit application to Texas Commission on Environmental (TCEQ) MSW Permits Division for a Notice of Intent (NOI) to Operate a Citizens' Collection Station - Hidalgo County Precinct 1 Sunset Par
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu: A. 63901 1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Hidalgo, regarding new road construction and drainage improvements for the Pct. 2 Las Milpas Rd (10th St-McColl Rd) Project. 2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) project for the Pct 2 Las Milpas Rd (10th St - McColl Rd) Project. B. 63883 Approval of Resolution of Support and Financial Commitment for the following multi-family rental housing development project by applicant seeking competitive 9% Housing Tax Credits to satisfy the requirements set forth by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs. List of project being considered: 1. Hidalgo Co. Lopezville Lofts
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores: A. 63767 1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the City of Sullivan and County of Hidalgo to jointly overlay a portion of El Pinto Road from U.S. Expressway 83 to Tablero Road. 2. In accordance with Texas Government Code 791.014, requesting approval of the interlocal cooperation agreement of a proposed project whereby the City of Sullivan and County desire to jointly agree to cooperate in overlaying of approximately 6600 linear feet of El Pinto Road from U.S. Expressway 83 to Tablero Road of roadway which is a connecting link to the County roads system.
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. Pct. 1 1. 63868 A. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, 263.151, discussion and approval to declare as "surplus" three [3] tractors and as further detailed in Exhibit "A" including to establish the sell price as stated in the "ORDER". B. Acceptance and approval by Hidalgo County Commissioners Court evidence by an "ORDER" authorizing the sale of certain personal property (as described in attachments herein" to Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 for the amount approved as stated in the "ORDER". C. Requesting authority to remove said assets listed on Exhibit "A" (attached hereto) from the Hidalgo County inventory list after finalizing the sale of equipment to Drainage District #1. B. Pct. 2 1. 63894 a. Acceptance and approval to execute the final form of a professional engineering services agreement (subject to legal counsel's review) with B2Z Engineering, LLC. for "Las Milpas Road Project," for Pct. #2, [as approved for negotiations on CC 2/20/2018] and subject to compliance with HB23 and HB1295 [if and when applicable]; b. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 (with an estimated cost of $403,420.47) as submitted by project engineer, B2Z Engineering LLC. to provide "PS&E, Design Survey, ROW Map, and other design related services for the Pct 2 "Las Milpas Road Project" through contract # C-18-075-02-27. c. Pursuant to current contract with B2Z Engineering (Article 14), a request for approval by engineer to permit the subcontracting of R.O. W. Surveying Services, LLC. C-18-075-02-27 for Pct 2 "Las Milpas Road Project". C. Pct. 3 1. 63874 Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 (with an estimated cost of $13,500.00) as submitted by project engineer, Javier Hinojosa Engineering, to provide engineering services for "Citrus Grove Street-CJRS Subdivision Units A&B," through Contract# C-17-329-12-19. D. Health & Human Services Dept. 1. 63865 Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packets (i.e., requirements, legal notice etc.) for the H C Health and Human Services Department, including (re-advertising when/if necessary or required) for project: - Hidalgo County Health and Human Services Department - "Contractual Physician for Tuberculosis Services", RFQ: 2018-058-03-21-LHS. E. Colonia Access Program Pct. 1 1. 63844 A. Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement with Javier Hinojosa Engineering as it relates to Professional Engineering Services for Precinct No. 1 BCAP Round III Projects. Approved for negotiations by HCCC on January 23, 2018 ai # 63362 ( r ). B. Pursuant to HCCC approval of Professional Services Agreement with Javier Hinojosa Engineering requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $79,121.58 as it relates to Professional Engineering Services for BCAP Round III Projects. C. Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement with EarthCo. LLC as it relates to Professional Engineering Services-Geo-Technical & Construction Materials Testing Services for Precinct No. 1 BCAP Round III Projects. Approved for negotiations by HCCC on January 23, 2018 ai # 63362 ( r ). D. Pursuant to HCCC approval of Professional Services Agreement with EarthCo., requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $25,175.05 as it relates to Professional Engineering Services-Geo-Technical & Construction Material Testing Services for Precinct No. 1 Round III BCAP Projects.
Elections Administration: A. Discussion on Election updates
Open Forum
20. 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. 63862 C-3824-16-J; Raquel Ferrer Giron v. Hidalgo County, Texas 21. 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)
22. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 63863 C-3824-16-J; Raquel Ferrer Giron v. Hidalgo County, Texas 25. Adjourn