1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. 63954 Approval to issue payment on the following items proceeding review & compliance of contract terms & conditions: General Fund Bdgt: 006 M&O A. Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $30,402.00 from MorWil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-17-022-05-16 Schunior Drain Ditch Improvements FM 1423 (Val Verde Rd) Crossing. P.O.#632363 Project Engineer: Noe Saldivar, P.E. Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 B. Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $32,599.30 from MorWil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-17-022-05-16 Schunior Drain Ditch Improvements FM 1423 (Val Verde Rd) Crossing. P.O.#632363 Project Engineer: Noe Saldivar, P.E. Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 CIP 133-2013 Bonds Budget: 365-Rural Drainage Development Pct.2 C. Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $123,484.77 from Venser Contractors, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-17-023-05-30 Pct.2 Plena Vista Subdivision, Unit 2 Street & Drainage Improvements. Project Engineer: Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc. PO#632131 6. 63958 CIP 130 Budget 005- New Administration Building A. Request approval to issue payment on award of special commissioners pertaining to condemnation proceedings for Cause No.CCD-0426-H Parcel No. 5 Cesar Chavez Ph.2 B. Approval to issue payment on three(3)Special Commissioners fees related to Cause No.CCD-0426-H as noted on Item A above. 7. 63967 Acceptance and approval of pre-qualified firms submitting "Statements of Qualifications" for the establishment of a "Pool" for engagement through statutory and local protocol (i.e. Nomination, Evaluation/grading/scoring, Presentation to the Board for ranking, and Authority for negotiations for a final agreement, etc.) on an "As Needed Basis" per project by Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, requiring said services as set forth in the requirements stated in the Request for Qualifications packet for the following listed Professional Services: A. Engineering Services (HCDD1-18-007-02-21). B. Real Estate Appraisal Services (HCDD1-18-008-02-21) C. Surveying Services (HCDD1-18-009-02-21) With effective date of "Approved Pools" commencing March 8, 2018 8. 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 9. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 10. Closed Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 11. Open Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 12. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
1. 64001 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. 63973 2017 - TxDot Pct 4 10 St. Ext (1315) B. 63962 2017 - Pct 4 Ramseyer Rd (1200) 4. 2018 Intradepartmental Transfers: A. 63944 2018 - 93RD DISTRICT COURT (1100) B. 63979 2018 - Pct 2 CRC Alamo (1100) C. 63960 2018 - Economic Development Div (1100) D. 63953 2018 - Purchasing (1100) E. 63959 2018 - County Judge (1100) F. 63949 2018 - CW Mech Shop (1200) G. 63882 2018 - Pct 2 Adm (1200) H. 63951 2018 - Pct 2 Rd Maint (1200) I. 63942 2018 - Justice Crt Tech (1242) J. 63943 2018 - IT County Wide (1100) K. 63946 2018 - MASTER COURT #2 (1100) L. 63948 2018 - WIC (1292) M. 63950 2018 - TREASURER'S OFFICE (1100) N. 63926 2018 - Pct 1 Sanitation (1100) O. 63927 2018 - Pct 1 Adm (1200) P. 63915 2018 - Planning Dept. (1100) Q. 63917 2018 - Constable Pct. 2 (1100) R. 63922 2018 - Health & Human Services (1100) S. 63908 2018 - Auditor's Office (1100) 5. 2018 - Interdepartmental transfers: A. 63983 Pct 2 Regional Linear Park Prj (1315): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from TxDOT-Pct 2 Nolana Loop(FM1426-FM907) Rd Prj, program no. 136, to Pct 2 Regional Linear Park Project, program no. 110, in the amount of $415,500.00 to fund project expenditures. 6. Planning Department: A. 63941 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. Monthly Fee Reports: A. 63697 District Clerk Fee report for the month of January 2018 $449,723.69 8. Executive Office: A. 63939 Approval of Right of Way Permits: 1. North Alamo Water Supply Corporation; San Juan, TX PCT. 2 9. Membership Dues/Certifications: A. 63907 Jail (1100): Requesting approval to pay 2018 membership dues to the American Jail Association for Captain Belinda Madrigal in the amount of $48.00 ( requisition no. 367414) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. B. 63916 Jail (1100): Requesting approval to pay 2018 membership dues to Texas Jail Association for Lieutenant David Flores in the amount of $30.00 (requisition no. 367537) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. C. 63925 Sheriffs Dept (1100): Requesting approval of requisition #367626 for 2018 team membership dues to the Texas Tactical Police Officers Association for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office (Team Leader, Captain Norberto Leal) in the amount of $200.00, with authority for County Treasurer to issue check once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. D. 63914 Public Defenders: Requesting approval to pay 2018 Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association membership dues in the total amount of $300.00 ($60.00 each) Requisition #367601 for the five (5) Public Defenders with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor. E. 63872 Sheriff's Office (1100): Requesting approval of requisition #367359 for 2018 membership dues for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra to the Southwestern Border Sheriff's Coalition in the amount of $200.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. F. 63873 Sheriff's Office (1100): Requesting approval of requisition # 367357 for 2018 membership dues to the FBI LEEDA for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra, Lieutenant Rene Garza, Lieutenant Jose O. Jasso and Sergeant Rocky Serna in the amount of $50.00 each with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. G. 63875 Sheriff's Office (1100): Requesting approval of requisition #367384 for 2018 membership dues to the American Jail Association for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra in the amount of $48.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. H. 63876 Sheriff's Office (1100): Requesting approval for requisition #367356 for 2018 membership dues to the Texas Jail Association for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra and Chief Deputy Mario Lopez in the amount of $30.00 each with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. I. 63877 Sheriff's Office (1100): Requesting approval for requisition #367361 to the National Narcotic Detector Dog Association for Javier Solis, Jaime Garcia, Juan Moreno, Jesse Trantham, Oscar Elizondo, Isidro Perez, and Armando Pena in the amount of $30.00 each, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. J. 63871 Sheriff's Office (1100): Requesting approval of requisition #367360 for payment of 2018 membership dues to the National Internal Affairs Investigators Association for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office in the amount of $50.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. K. 63880 District Attorney (1100): Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorney Associations (TDCAA) for D.A.'s Office employees in the amount $400.00 (Requisition #367429), with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor. L. 63724 WIC: Approval to pay the Annual Membership dues to the 2018 Texas Association of Local WIC Directors (TALWD) for Clarissa Ramirez, WIC Director, in the amount of $125.00. Requisition #(366749) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and procedures are completed by the County Auditor. NWA: Approval to pay the 2018 Annual Membership dues to the National WIC Association (NWA) for Clarissa Ramirez, WIC Director in the amount $400.00. Requisition # (366722) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. CLIA: Approval to pay CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment) in the amount of $150.00, Requisition # (366748) for the fees of the Certificate of Waiver for the Hidalgo County WIC Program. Certificate Period 07/18/2018- 07/17/2020. 10. Headstart: A. 63831 Approval of Monthly Children's Applications Report 2017-2018 B. 63832 Approval of Monthly Texas Department of Agriculture Meals/Snacks Report: January 2018 C. 63833 Approval of Special Services Report: January 2018 D. 63834 Approval of Monthly Average Daily Attendance (ADA) Report: January 2018 E. 63830 Approval of Financial Report: January 2018 12. 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. 63971 Acceptance and approval of project invoice submitted by B2Z Engineering for WA#5 Memorial Park Construction Phase Services (P.O. 767241) - Invoice # 40014 in the amount of $4,453.96 B. 63956 Requesting approval of payment for the following invoices listed below for professional services, submitted by project architect, The Warren Group Architects Inc. through Contract C-15-159-09-15 for the Countywide Mechanic Shop Facility Project: Project Name Invoice Date Invoice # Amount PO# Co Wide Mech Shop Facility Project 09/14/17 004 $946.00 740633 Co Wide Mech Shop Facility Project 11/20/17 005 $948.64 740633 Co Wide Mech Shop Facility Project 12/20/17 006 $948.64 740633 Co Wide Mech Shop Facility Project 02/16/18 007 $344.96 740633 C. 63969 Executive Office - Traffic Engineering: Acceptance and approval of the following invoice for representation at HCMPO Policy Meetings & HCMPO Technical Meetings with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor: Vendor Invoice Date Invoice # Amount PO L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. 2/28/18 11326793 $12,577.44 775957 D. 63937 Action to correct previous Consent AI#61408 CC 09-27-17, replacing the originally quoted RICOH device model of MP401SPF [noted on original PO# 773167] and replacing with latest model MP402MPF as former model was no longer available. E. 63866 Approval of payment of Invoice #10077 in the amount of $8,040.00 submitted by project engineer, Quintanilla, Headley and Associates, Inc., for engineering services provided under Contract C-17-238-08-22 (WA#1), for Pct 2 Las Milpas Park Youth Facility Project. F. 63853 Approval to enter into Sales/Installation/Service Agreement with Starr Telecom for the Emergency Services Facilities (Linn-San Manuel Fire Station) for security and fire alarm monitoring at $15.00 and $20.00 monthly fees, respectively, for a total of $35.00 per month for 1 year term, which will automatically renew for the life of the equipment, through REQ# 364079. G. 63736 Requesting authority to exercise the option to renew/extend the following contracts as stipulated and provided in the contracts under the same rates, terms, and conditions for the following: 1. C-17-029-07-11 Milano Hat Co., Inc. County Wide "Purchase of Straw & Felt Hats" - For an additional Sixty (60) Days Grace period; 2. C-16-058-05-03 Big "D" Tractor Company, LLC., County Wide "Rental of Heavy Equipment" - For an additional Sixty (60) Days Grace period; 3. C-16-058A-05-03 Nueces Power Equipment, County Wide "Rental of Heavy Equipment" - For an additional Sixty (60) Days Grace period; 4. C-16-058B-05-03 Romco Equipment Company, County Wide "Rental of Heavy Equipment" - For an additional Sixty (60) Days Grace period; 5. E-18-068-03-06 The J. Ramirez Law Firm, Hidalgo County "Bond Counsel" for an additional One (1) year H. 63771 Constable Pct 5: Approval to enter into a 48 month capital lease agreement for one copier with Ricoh USA/GE Ricoh USA through State of Texas DIR Contract #TSO-3041. I. 62808 Sheriff: Requesting authority to purchase 55” video wall to include visual hardware. Buyboard Vendor: AISYS AV Integrated System, thru contracts # 498-15 & 487-15. J. 63709 Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packets (i.e., specifications, legal notice etc.) for the H C Juvenile Justice Center, including (re-advertising when/if necessary or required) for RFP-2018-065-03-28 "Pool for License Professional Psychologist(s)" K. 63735 Approval to Add/Delete Fuel Cards/Users for including, but not limited to, the following: 1. Hidalgo County Adult Probation Department - Delete Fuel Card Users 2. Hidalgo County Constable Pct No. 2 - Fuel Card 3. Hidalgo County Health and Human Services - Fuel Card Users 4. Hidalgo County Facilities Management - Add/Delete Fuel Card Users
Budget & Management: 63966 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 16-28, 2018 in the amount of $4,811.13 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
District Attorney's Office: A. 63869 District Attorney's Office - LEOSE (1220): 1. Approval of certification of revenues by the County Auditors for the 2018 LEOSE allocation of the District Attorney's Office in the amount of $1,202.58. 2. Approval of Budget Amendment to appropriate the 2018 LEOSE allocation from the State Comptroller in the amount of $1,202.58.
HIDTA - Task Force: A. 63931 HIDTA Task Force (1291): 1. Authorization and approval to accept the Cooperative Grant Agreement Award Number (FAIN) G18SS0002A between Hidalgo County and the Executive Office of the President Office of National Drug Control Policy in the amount of $239,997.00 for the grant period of 01/01/2018-12/31/2019. 2. Approval of Certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor for the HIDTA Task Force Grant. 3. Approval of appropriation of funds for the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office HIDTA Task Force in the amount of $239,997.00.
Sheriff's Office: A. 63909 Texas Conversion to the National Incident Based Reporting System (NIBRS): 1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY2018 Texas Conversion to the National Incident Based Reporting System (NIBRS) with the Office of Criminal Justice Division (CJD). 2. Authorization for the County Judge to e-sign the required documentation under eGrants as authorized official. B. 63878 Pursuant to Hidalgo County Cellular Telephone Policy (AT&T, DIR-TSO-3420) presentation for consideration, acceptance and approval of Cellular Phone Request form (Data Connect Government) for the following: Approval of requisition #367372 for 2 DataConnect Government Unlimited Data for sky cop license reader tower @ $37.00 per device.
Constable Pct. #1: A. 63845 Constable Pct. 1: 1100 Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Pablo Alegria as Deputy Constable by Constable Celestino Avila Jr, Constable Pct.1 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011. B. 63843 Constable Precinct 1 - LBSP FY19 (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 Division (HSGD), through egrants. 2. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under egrants as authorized official. 3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP FY19 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. #2: A. 63912 Constable Pct. 2 - 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), throuth egrants. 2. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under egrants as authorized official. 3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP FY19 Grant to designate Judge Ramon Garcia as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document (Grant Period: September 01, 2018 to August 31, 2019). B. 63929 Constable Pct. 2 - TTBH VBLF (1285): 1. Approval of Certification of Revenues by the County Auditor. 2. Approval of appropriation of funds.
Constable Pct. #4: A. 63928 Constable Pct. 4 - TTBH VBLF (1285): 1. Approval of Certification of Revenues by the County Auditor. 2. Approval of appropriation of funds. B. 63879 Constable Precinct 4 (1220): 1. Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the 2018 Peace Officer Allocation - LEOSE funds awarded and received from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Office. 2. Approval of 2018 appropriation of funds for Constable Precinct 4 - LEOSE (1220) in the amount of $1,726.68.
Executive Office: A. Presentation for discussion of 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. 63972 Economic Development: Discussion and possible action regarding support of Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council (LRGVDC) Resolution for designation of Opportunity Zones and approval of Hidalgo County letter prioritizing census tracts for Opportunity Zones Program. C. 63852 Discussion, consideration and action on Hidalgo County Thoroughfare Plan 2017 Amendments. (HCMPO) D. 63945 Approval of Right of Way Permits (open-cuts): 1. North Alamo Water Supply Corporation: Monte, Alto, TX; PCT.1 2. Texas Gas Service, (TGS), a Division of ONE Gas, Inc. Donna, TX; PCT. 1 3. Texas Gas Service, (TGS), a Division of ONE Gas, Inc. La Blanca, TX; PCT. 1 E. 63981 Discussion, consideration and approval of Order supporting the transfer and acceptance of a portion of US Business 281 abutting the Courthouse Square by Texas Department of Transportation.
Urban County: A. 63952 1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services-Construction Materials Geo-Technical Testing services; 2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by CC of at least three (3) Construction Materials Geo-Technical Testing engineering firms from the County’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the City of La Joya, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 30 (2017) La Joya Street Improvement funds. Professional Service Firm Grade Ranked Raba-Kistner Consultants, Inc. 95% Millennium Engineers Group Inc. 93% L & G Consulting Engineering, Inc. 92.66% 3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of for the provision of Construction Materials Geo-technical Testing Service for an Urban County Program Year 30 (2017) La Joya Street Improvements project.
WIC: A. 63768 Requesting approval for reimbursement of $15.00 to Diana Cardona, for fuel of rental car, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures have been completed by the County Auditor.
Health & Human Services Department: A. Health Care Funding District: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures B. Indigent Health Care Program: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures
Elections Administration: A. Discussion on Election updates
Head Start Program: A. 63835 Discussion/Approval to Poverty Income Guidelines for Eligibility and Priority Guidelines for Selection and Enrollment for Program Year 2018-2019 B. 63836 Discussion/Approval to Advertise and Approval of Statement of Qualifications, Requirements and Scope of Services for the Following: 1. Medical & Dental Providers 2. Mental Health Providers 3. Sign Language Interpreting Providers C. 63837 Discussion/Approval on Request to Purchase One (1) Cargo Van through the Hidalgo County's Membership/Participation with the Texas Association School Board (TASB) Buyboard's Awarded Vendor, Caldwell Country Chevrolet (Including TASB Administrative Fees) D. 63838 Discussion/Approval to Declare Obsolete the Attached List of Items and Transfer Items to the County's Approved Auctioneer Vendor for Proper Disposition
Planning Department: A. 63947 1. Preliminary Approval a. Riviera Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Claudia Viera) (Skinner Road & Monte Cristo Road) No. of Lots: 2 Single Family Flood Zone: On 2-12-2018 property lies within Flood Zone: “X” as per Fema. Flood Zone “AE” has been removed via LOMR-F Case# 18-06-07-49a dated 2-07-2018 and revised to Zone “X” shaded BFE: 72.00 Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation on large lot and surface runoff onto Skinner Road Side Ditch. ETJ: No, Rural Area Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: Yes, Skinner Road. b. Las Toronjas Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Las Toronjas, LTD) (Mile 13 ½ North Road & F.M. 493) No. of Lots: 124 Single Family Flood Zone: C Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm drainage pipe system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: No, Mile 13 ½ North Road and 6 internal streets to be paved. 2. Final Approval a. Ranchito Mio Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Hector Rodriguez) (Lucky “I” Street & Moorefield Road) No. of Lots: 2 Single Family Flood Zone: C Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by regrading the road side ditch fronting the Subdivision. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission. Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: Yes, Lucky “I” Street. b. San Jacinto Estates No. 4 Ph. 1 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Jacinto Garza) (Mile 14 North Road & F.M. 1015) No. of Lots: 45 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm drainage pipe system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch. ETJ: No, Rural Area Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: Yes, Mile 14 North Road and 4 internal streets to be paved. c. Presidio Estates Unit 3 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Kyndel W. Bennett) (Minnesota Road & Tower Road) No. of Lots: 63 Single Family Flood Zone: C Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be accomplished by storm drainage system and detention by widening the existing drain ditch along north property line. ETJ: No, Rural Area Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: Yes, Minnesota Road and 3 internal streets. d. Rancho El Potrero Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Pena-Chapa Development) (Western Road & Mile 3 North Road) No. of Lots: 74 Single Family Flood Zone: C Drainage: Yes, Drainage consists of storm sewer system discharging into the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Regional Detention Facility. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission. Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: Yes, Western Road and 3 internal streets. e. Maravillas Estates Ph. II Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Elias Woloski, President) (Lott Road & Midway Road) No. of Lots: 80 Single Family Flood Zone: B Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be accomplished by storm drainage system and detention by widening the existing drain ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: Yes, Lott Road, Rio Del Carmen Road and 3 internal streets. 3. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee a. Alberta Village Subdivision- Pct.4 (Julio & Melissa Carranza) (Alberta Road & Raul Longoria Road) No. of Lots: 34 Single Family Flood Zone: B Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be accomplished by storm drainage system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch located approximately 400 feet east of the proposed subdivision development. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Edinburg Paved: Yes, Alberta Road and 1 internal street to be paved. *Final Approval with Letter of Credit No. 5143-500 submitted to City of Edinburgin the amount of $157,581.69 for Paving and Drainage b. Lago Delta Acres Subdivision- Pct.1 (Joe D. Olivarez) (F.M. 88 & Charles Green Road) No. of Lots: 13 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Yes, drainage detention will be accomplished by widening the existing drain ditch. ETJ: No, Rural Area Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: Yes, F.M. 88 and Charles Green Road. *Final Approval with Cash Deposit in the amount of $7,000.00 for 2Filling Stations.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu: A. 63970 Requesting approval of Interlocal Agreement between Hidalgo County and the University of Health Science Center at Houston on behalf of its Department of Brownsville Regional Campus to provide Tu Salud/Si Cuenta program activities. B. 63982 1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Pharr, regarding the relocation of water and sewer appurtenances for the Regional Linear Park Project. 2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) project regarding the Regional Linear Park Project.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores: A. 63957 Requesting approval of Advance Funding Agreement between Texas Department of Transportion and Hidalgo County, for voluntary local government contibutions for transportation improvement to FM 676 from SH 107 to Taylor Road (CSJ #1064-01-027) with authority for the County Judge to sign all required docmentation.
Budget & Management: A. 63851 Status update regarding the Hidalgo County e-Library. B. 63885 Requesting approval for payment of Invoice No.: Mission PL FY2018-1a to the City of Mission/Speer Memorial Library for the Hidalgo County Library System (eLibrary) payment in the amount of $75,000.00. C. 63940 FY18 Texas VINE Grant (1283) : 1. Discussion, consideration and action to enter into the Texas VINE (SAVNS) Maintenance Grant Contract for FY2018 with the Office of the Attorney General of Texas and authorization for the County Judge to sign the required documentation electronically. 2. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the Texas Vine Grant 3. Approval of appropriation of funds for the Texas VINE Grant in the amount of $28,546.78 D. 63616 Discussion, consideration and approval to update the Texas Department of Emergency Management Designation of Applicant's Agent form (to reflect new County Auditor - Maria Arcilia Duran as Chief Financial Officer) E. 63977 TXDOT Pct 1 Mile 6W (1315): Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds into TXDOT-Pct 1 Mile 6W in the amount of $362,003.67 to fund anticipated expenditures.
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. 63911 Acceptance and approval of Interlocal Governmental Cooperation Agreement by and between Hidalgo County Appraisal District and the County of Hidalgo for YR 2018, in connection with participation with (a) Hidalgo County's "Self-Funded Group Health Insurance Program, Stop Loss Insurance, Accidental and Life/AD&D Insurance" and (b) Voluntary Products. 2. 63859 A. Acceptance of the responses received as "Qualified" for award for "Title Company Services-Pool" (as listed in the RFP Acceptance Sheet attached hereto) and approval of the contract(s) for RFP No 2018-005-02-07-YZV; B. Approval of Contracts with firms as (set forth below) in connection to the 2018- Pool for "Title Company Services" for Hidalgo County with compliance of HB 1295 by both vendors (as attached); C-18-005-03-06-Valley Land Title Company, LTD C-18-005A-03-06-Edwards Abstract & Title, LLC C. Option to approve the re-advertising [utilizing the same approved procurement packet] of this project to promote and encourage additional participation and thus expand the pool so as to have more providers with the any additional firms term to expire with the original awarded ones. 3. 63764 A. Acceptance and approval of pre-qualified firms submitting "Statements of Qualifications" for establishment of a "Pool" ( as listed on the RFQ Acceptance Sheets attached hereto) for engagement through the established statutory and local protocol (i.e. nomination by user, grading/scoring, presentation to CC for ranking, authority for negotiations for a final agreement, etc.) on an "As Needed Basis" per project by all County Departments and/or applicable Programs requiring said services as set forth in the requirements stated in the County's Request for Qualifications packet for the following listed Professional Services: 1. Architectural Services (RFQ 2018-007-01-24-RFV) - 2. Engineering Services (RFQ 2018-008-01-24-LHS) - 3. Engineering Services - Geo-technical & Construction Materials Testing (RFQ 2018-009-01-24-YSS) - 5 firms 4. Construction Management Services (RFQ 2018-010-01-24-HGO) - 5. Appraisal Services and/or Appraisal Review Services (RFQ 2018-011-01-24-YZV) - 6. Surveyor Services (RFQ 2018-012-01-24-TDL) - 17 firms B. Option for the re-advertising any one of the professional services RFQs herein [utilizing the approved RFQs] in the event that CC wishes to promote more participation and thus expand each pool and the expiration to remain the same with any additions. 4. 63846 Veteran Services: Approval of "First Amendment" to Service Contract C-17-059-07-11 between Hidalgo County and CTC Distributing Ltd. for "Off Premises Record Storage-Pick-up Retrieval-Delivery & Shredding" where the County wishes to add Veterans Department for the purpose of Off Premises Record Storage subject to compliance with HB 1295. B. Pct. 1 1. 63963 A. Requesting acceptance and approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Monte Alto Independent School District in which County desires to assist District in parking lot paving project; B. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of that certain parking lot project known as the Monte Alto ISD Parking Lot Project. C. Pct. 4 1. 63770 Presentation of the sole responsible vendor, Republic Services, Inc., submitting the lowest and best bid for the purpose of award and approval of contract for Request for Bid titled: Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 - "Garbage Collection at San Carlos Endowment Center" through project No.: 2018-004A-02-07-SGS. D. Constables 1. 63887 Constable Pct. 4: Requesting authority to purchase one (1) 2017 Ford F-250 Crew Cab 4x4 in the amount of $38,679.00 for Hidalgo County Constable Pct.4 through HC's membership/participation with H-GAC/Buy Contract (VE11-15) price includes delivery and cooperative fees. E. Colonia Access Program Pct. 3 1. 63975 BCAP/PCT. #3: A.Requesting acceptance and approval for Application for Pmt. #2 (Final) in the amount of $45,591.30 submitted by Five Star Galaxy Construction awarded contractor for Pct. 3 Palm Subdivision as certified by project engineer Javier Hinojosa Engineering under Contract # C-CAP-17-186-08-08. B.Certificate of Substantial Completion as submitted and recommended by project engineer, Javier Hinojosa Engineering. 2. 63976 BCAP/PCT. #3: A. Requesting acceptance and approval for Application for Payment No. 3 Retainage in the amount of $12,960.47 submitted by Five Star Galaxy Construction awarded contractor for Pct. 3 Palm Subdivision as certified by Javier Hinojosa Engineering under Contract# C-CAP-17-186-08-08. B. Certificate of Construction Completion as submitted and recommended by project engineer Javier Hinojosa Engineering. F. Sheriff's Office 1. 63938 Pursuant to 351.0415(c)(5), Sheriff's Office purchase of contractual services for the installation of privacy partitions an improvement at the Adult Detention Facility, aka, County Jail, thru HC's membership/participation with PCA contract #3-100-14 awarded JOC vendor, Hunt & Woodruff Construction Company, LLC. in the amount of $111,794.56 thru requisition #367640.
Open Forum
23. 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. 63932 Claim of Angela Garcia D. 63934 Claim of Myranda Olivarez 24. 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)
25. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 63933 Claim of Angela Garcia D. 63935 Claim of Myranda Olivarez 26. Closed Session: Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 27. Open Session: Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 28. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. 63954 Approval to issue payment on the following items proceeding review & compliance of contract terms & conditions: General Fund Bdgt: 006 M&O A. Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $30,402.00 from MorWil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-17-022-05-16 Schunior Drain Ditch Improvements FM 1423 (Val Verde Rd) Crossing. P.O.#632363 Project Engineer: Noe Saldivar, P.E. Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 B. Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $32,599.30 from MorWil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-17-022-05-16 Schunior Drain Ditch Improvements FM 1423 (Val Verde Rd) Crossing. P.O.#632363 Project Engineer: Noe Saldivar, P.E. Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 CIP 133-2013 Bonds Budget: 365-Rural Drainage Development Pct.2 C. Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $123,484.77 from Venser Contractors, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-17-023-05-30 Pct.2 Plena Vista Subdivision, Unit 2 Street & Drainage Improvements. Project Engineer: Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc. PO#632131 6. 63958 CIP 130 Budget 005- New Administration Building A. Request approval to issue payment on award of special commissioners pertaining to condemnation proceedings for Cause No.CCD-0426-H Parcel No. 5 Cesar Chavez Ph.2 B. Approval to issue payment on three(3)Special Commissioners fees related to Cause No.CCD-0426-H as noted on Item A above. 7. 63967 Acceptance and approval of pre-qualified firms submitting "Statements of Qualifications" for the establishment of a "Pool" for engagement through statutory and local protocol (i.e. Nomination, Evaluation/grading/scoring, Presentation to the Board for ranking, and Authority for negotiations for a final agreement, etc.) on an "As Needed Basis" per project by Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, requiring said services as set forth in the requirements stated in the Request for Qualifications packet for the following listed Professional Services: A. Engineering Services (HCDD1-18-007-02-21). B. Real Estate Appraisal Services (HCDD1-18-008-02-21) C. Surveying Services (HCDD1-18-009-02-21) With effective date of "Approved Pools" commencing March 8, 2018 8. 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 9. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 10. Closed Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 11. Open Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 12. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
1. 64001 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. 63973 2017 - TxDot Pct 4 10 St. Ext (1315) B. 63962 2017 - Pct 4 Ramseyer Rd (1200) 4. 2018 Intradepartmental Transfers: A. 63944 2018 - 93RD DISTRICT COURT (1100) B. 63979 2018 - Pct 2 CRC Alamo (1100) C. 63960 2018 - Economic Development Div (1100) D. 63953 2018 - Purchasing (1100) E. 63959 2018 - County Judge (1100) F. 63949 2018 - CW Mech Shop (1200) G. 63882 2018 - Pct 2 Adm (1200) H. 63951 2018 - Pct 2 Rd Maint (1200) I. 63942 2018 - Justice Crt Tech (1242) J. 63943 2018 - IT County Wide (1100) K. 63946 2018 - MASTER COURT #2 (1100) L. 63948 2018 - WIC (1292) M. 63950 2018 - TREASURER'S OFFICE (1100) N. 63926 2018 - Pct 1 Sanitation (1100) O. 63927 2018 - Pct 1 Adm (1200) P. 63915 2018 - Planning Dept. (1100) Q. 63917 2018 - Constable Pct. 2 (1100) R. 63922 2018 - Health & Human Services (1100) S. 63908 2018 - Auditor's Office (1100) 5. 2018 - Interdepartmental transfers: A. 63983 Pct 2 Regional Linear Park Prj (1315): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from TxDOT-Pct 2 Nolana Loop(FM1426-FM907) Rd Prj, program no. 136, to Pct 2 Regional Linear Park Project, program no. 110, in the amount of $415,500.00 to fund project expenditures. 6. Planning Department: A. 63941 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. Monthly Fee Reports: A. 63697 District Clerk Fee report for the month of January 2018 $449,723.69 8. Executive Office: A. 63939 Approval of Right of Way Permits: 1. North Alamo Water Supply Corporation; San Juan, TX PCT. 2 9. Membership Dues/Certifications: A. 63907 Jail (1100): Requesting approval to pay 2018 membership dues to the American Jail Association for Captain Belinda Madrigal in the amount of $48.00 ( requisition no. 367414) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. B. 63916 Jail (1100): Requesting approval to pay 2018 membership dues to Texas Jail Association for Lieutenant David Flores in the amount of $30.00 (requisition no. 367537) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. C. 63925 Sheriffs Dept (1100): Requesting approval of requisition #367626 for 2018 team membership dues to the Texas Tactical Police Officers Association for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office (Team Leader, Captain Norberto Leal) in the amount of $200.00, with authority for County Treasurer to issue check once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. D. 63914 Public Defenders: Requesting approval to pay 2018 Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association membership dues in the total amount of $300.00 ($60.00 each) Requisition #367601 for the five (5) Public Defenders with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor. E. 63872 Sheriff's Office (1100): Requesting approval of requisition #367359 for 2018 membership dues for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra to the Southwestern Border Sheriff's Coalition in the amount of $200.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. F. 63873 Sheriff's Office (1100): Requesting approval of requisition # 367357 for 2018 membership dues to the FBI LEEDA for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra, Lieutenant Rene Garza, Lieutenant Jose O. Jasso and Sergeant Rocky Serna in the amount of $50.00 each with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. G. 63875 Sheriff's Office (1100): Requesting approval of requisition #367384 for 2018 membership dues to the American Jail Association for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra in the amount of $48.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. H. 63876 Sheriff's Office (1100): Requesting approval for requisition #367356 for 2018 membership dues to the Texas Jail Association for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra and Chief Deputy Mario Lopez in the amount of $30.00 each with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. I. 63877 Sheriff's Office (1100): Requesting approval for requisition #367361 to the National Narcotic Detector Dog Association for Javier Solis, Jaime Garcia, Juan Moreno, Jesse Trantham, Oscar Elizondo, Isidro Perez, and Armando Pena in the amount of $30.00 each, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. J. 63871 Sheriff's Office (1100): Requesting approval of requisition #367360 for payment of 2018 membership dues to the National Internal Affairs Investigators Association for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office in the amount of $50.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. K. 63880 District Attorney (1100): Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorney Associations (TDCAA) for D.A.'s Office employees in the amount $400.00 (Requisition #367429), with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor. L. 63724 WIC: Approval to pay the Annual Membership dues to the 2018 Texas Association of Local WIC Directors (TALWD) for Clarissa Ramirez, WIC Director, in the amount of $125.00. Requisition #(366749) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and procedures are completed by the County Auditor. NWA: Approval to pay the 2018 Annual Membership dues to the National WIC Association (NWA) for Clarissa Ramirez, WIC Director in the amount $400.00. Requisition # (366722) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. CLIA: Approval to pay CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment) in the amount of $150.00, Requisition # (366748) for the fees of the Certificate of Waiver for the Hidalgo County WIC Program. Certificate Period 07/18/2018- 07/17/2020. 10. Headstart: A. 63831 Approval of Monthly Children's Applications Report 2017-2018 B. 63832 Approval of Monthly Texas Department of Agriculture Meals/Snacks Report: January 2018 C. 63833 Approval of Special Services Report: January 2018 D. 63834 Approval of Monthly Average Daily Attendance (ADA) Report: January 2018 E. 63830 Approval of Financial Report: January 2018 12. 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. 63971 Acceptance and approval of project invoice submitted by B2Z Engineering for WA#5 Memorial Park Construction Phase Services (P.O. 767241) - Invoice # 40014 in the amount of $4,453.96 B. 63956 Requesting approval of payment for the following invoices listed below for professional services, submitted by project architect, The Warren Group Architects Inc. through Contract C-15-159-09-15 for the Countywide Mechanic Shop Facility Project: Project Name Invoice Date Invoice # Amount PO# Co Wide Mech Shop Facility Project 09/14/17 004 $946.00 740633 Co Wide Mech Shop Facility Project 11/20/17 005 $948.64 740633 Co Wide Mech Shop Facility Project 12/20/17 006 $948.64 740633 Co Wide Mech Shop Facility Project 02/16/18 007 $344.96 740633 C. 63969 Executive Office - Traffic Engineering: Acceptance and approval of the following invoice for representation at HCMPO Policy Meetings & HCMPO Technical Meetings with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor: Vendor Invoice Date Invoice # Amount PO L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. 2/28/18 11326793 $12,577.44 775957 D. 63937 Action to correct previous Consent AI#61408 CC 09-27-17, replacing the originally quoted RICOH device model of MP401SPF [noted on original PO# 773167] and replacing with latest model MP402MPF as former model was no longer available. E. 63866 Approval of payment of Invoice #10077 in the amount of $8,040.00 submitted by project engineer, Quintanilla, Headley and Associates, Inc., for engineering services provided under Contract C-17-238-08-22 (WA#1), for Pct 2 Las Milpas Park Youth Facility Project. F. 63853 Approval to enter into Sales/Installation/Service Agreement with Starr Telecom for the Emergency Services Facilities (Linn-San Manuel Fire Station) for security and fire alarm monitoring at $15.00 and $20.00 monthly fees, respectively, for a total of $35.00 per month for 1 year term, which will automatically renew for the life of the equipment, through REQ# 364079. G. 63736 Requesting authority to exercise the option to renew/extend the following contracts as stipulated and provided in the contracts under the same rates, terms, and conditions for the following: 1. C-17-029-07-11 Milano Hat Co., Inc. County Wide "Purchase of Straw & Felt Hats" - For an additional Sixty (60) Days Grace period; 2. C-16-058-05-03 Big "D" Tractor Company, LLC., County Wide "Rental of Heavy Equipment" - For an additional Sixty (60) Days Grace period; 3. C-16-058A-05-03 Nueces Power Equipment, County Wide "Rental of Heavy Equipment" - For an additional Sixty (60) Days Grace period; 4. C-16-058B-05-03 Romco Equipment Company, County Wide "Rental of Heavy Equipment" - For an additional Sixty (60) Days Grace period; 5. E-18-068-03-06 The J. Ramirez Law Firm, Hidalgo County "Bond Counsel" for an additional One (1) year H. 63771 Constable Pct 5: Approval to enter into a 48 month capital lease agreement for one copier with Ricoh USA/GE Ricoh USA through State of Texas DIR Contract #TSO-3041. I. 62808 Sheriff: Requesting authority to purchase 55” video wall to include visual hardware. Buyboard Vendor: AISYS AV Integrated System, thru contracts # 498-15 & 487-15. J. 63709 Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packets (i.e., specifications, legal notice etc.) for the H C Juvenile Justice Center, including (re-advertising when/if necessary or required) for RFP-2018-065-03-28 "Pool for License Professional Psychologist(s)" K. 63735 Approval to Add/Delete Fuel Cards/Users for including, but not limited to, the following: 1. Hidalgo County Adult Probation Department - Delete Fuel Card Users 2. Hidalgo County Constable Pct No. 2 - Fuel Card 3. Hidalgo County Health and Human Services - Fuel Card Users 4. Hidalgo County Facilities Management - Add/Delete Fuel Card Users
Budget & Management: 63966 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 16-28, 2018 in the amount of $4,811.13 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
District Attorney's Office: A. 63869 District Attorney's Office - LEOSE (1220): 1. Approval of certification of revenues by the County Auditors for the 2018 LEOSE allocation of the District Attorney's Office in the amount of $1,202.58. 2. Approval of Budget Amendment to appropriate the 2018 LEOSE allocation from the State Comptroller in the amount of $1,202.58.
HIDTA - Task Force: A. 63931 HIDTA Task Force (1291): 1. Authorization and approval to accept the Cooperative Grant Agreement Award Number (FAIN) G18SS0002A between Hidalgo County and the Executive Office of the President Office of National Drug Control Policy in the amount of $239,997.00 for the grant period of 01/01/2018-12/31/2019. 2. Approval of Certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor for the HIDTA Task Force Grant. 3. Approval of appropriation of funds for the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office HIDTA Task Force in the amount of $239,997.00.
Sheriff's Office: A. 63909 Texas Conversion to the National Incident Based Reporting System (NIBRS): 1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY2018 Texas Conversion to the National Incident Based Reporting System (NIBRS) with the Office of Criminal Justice Division (CJD). 2. Authorization for the County Judge to e-sign the required documentation under eGrants as authorized official. B. 63878 Pursuant to Hidalgo County Cellular Telephone Policy (AT&T, DIR-TSO-3420) presentation for consideration, acceptance and approval of Cellular Phone Request form (Data Connect Government) for the following: Approval of requisition #367372 for 2 DataConnect Government Unlimited Data for sky cop license reader tower @ $37.00 per device.
Constable Pct. #1: A. 63845 Constable Pct. 1: 1100 Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Pablo Alegria as Deputy Constable by Constable Celestino Avila Jr, Constable Pct.1 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011. B. 63843 Constable Precinct 1 - LBSP FY19 (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 Division (HSGD), through egrants. 2. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under egrants as authorized official. 3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP FY19 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. #2: A. 63912 Constable Pct. 2 - 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), throuth egrants. 2. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under egrants as authorized official. 3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP FY19 Grant to designate Judge Ramon Garcia as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document (Grant Period: September 01, 2018 to August 31, 2019). B. 63929 Constable Pct. 2 - TTBH VBLF (1285): 1. Approval of Certification of Revenues by the County Auditor. 2. Approval of appropriation of funds.
Constable Pct. #4: A. 63928 Constable Pct. 4 - TTBH VBLF (1285): 1. Approval of Certification of Revenues by the County Auditor. 2. Approval of appropriation of funds. B. 63879 Constable Precinct 4 (1220): 1. Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the 2018 Peace Officer Allocation - LEOSE funds awarded and received from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Office. 2. Approval of 2018 appropriation of funds for Constable Precinct 4 - LEOSE (1220) in the amount of $1,726.68.
Executive Office: A. Presentation for discussion of 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. 63972 Economic Development: Discussion and possible action regarding support of Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council (LRGVDC) Resolution for designation of Opportunity Zones and approval of Hidalgo County letter prioritizing census tracts for Opportunity Zones Program. C. 63852 Discussion, consideration and action on Hidalgo County Thoroughfare Plan 2017 Amendments. (HCMPO) D. 63945 Approval of Right of Way Permits (open-cuts): 1. North Alamo Water Supply Corporation: Monte, Alto, TX; PCT.1 2. Texas Gas Service, (TGS), a Division of ONE Gas, Inc. Donna, TX; PCT. 1 3. Texas Gas Service, (TGS), a Division of ONE Gas, Inc. La Blanca, TX; PCT. 1 E. 63981 Discussion, consideration and approval of Order supporting the transfer and acceptance of a portion of US Business 281 abutting the Courthouse Square by Texas Department of Transportation.
Urban County: A. 63952 1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services-Construction Materials Geo-Technical Testing services; 2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by CC of at least three (3) Construction Materials Geo-Technical Testing engineering firms from the County’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the City of La Joya, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 30 (2017) La Joya Street Improvement funds. Professional Service Firm Grade Ranked Raba-Kistner Consultants, Inc. 95% Millennium Engineers Group Inc. 93% L & G Consulting Engineering, Inc. 92.66% 3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of for the provision of Construction Materials Geo-technical Testing Service for an Urban County Program Year 30 (2017) La Joya Street Improvements project.
WIC: A. 63768 Requesting approval for reimbursement of $15.00 to Diana Cardona, for fuel of rental car, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures have been completed by the County Auditor.
Health & Human Services Department: A. Health Care Funding District: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures B. Indigent Health Care Program: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures
Elections Administration: A. Discussion on Election updates
Head Start Program: A. 63835 Discussion/Approval to Poverty Income Guidelines for Eligibility and Priority Guidelines for Selection and Enrollment for Program Year 2018-2019 B. 63836 Discussion/Approval to Advertise and Approval of Statement of Qualifications, Requirements and Scope of Services for the Following: 1. Medical & Dental Providers 2. Mental Health Providers 3. Sign Language Interpreting Providers C. 63837 Discussion/Approval on Request to Purchase One (1) Cargo Van through the Hidalgo County's Membership/Participation with the Texas Association School Board (TASB) Buyboard's Awarded Vendor, Caldwell Country Chevrolet (Including TASB Administrative Fees) D. 63838 Discussion/Approval to Declare Obsolete the Attached List of Items and Transfer Items to the County's Approved Auctioneer Vendor for Proper Disposition
Planning Department: A. 63947 1. Preliminary Approval a. Riviera Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Claudia Viera) (Skinner Road & Monte Cristo Road) No. of Lots: 2 Single Family Flood Zone: On 2-12-2018 property lies within Flood Zone: “X” as per Fema. Flood Zone “AE” has been removed via LOMR-F Case# 18-06-07-49a dated 2-07-2018 and revised to Zone “X” shaded BFE: 72.00 Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation on large lot and surface runoff onto Skinner Road Side Ditch. ETJ: No, Rural Area Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: Yes, Skinner Road. b. Las Toronjas Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Las Toronjas, LTD) (Mile 13 ½ North Road & F.M. 493) No. of Lots: 124 Single Family Flood Zone: C Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm drainage pipe system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: No, Mile 13 ½ North Road and 6 internal streets to be paved. 2. Final Approval a. Ranchito Mio Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Hector Rodriguez) (Lucky “I” Street & Moorefield Road) No. of Lots: 2 Single Family Flood Zone: C Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by regrading the road side ditch fronting the Subdivision. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission. Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: Yes, Lucky “I” Street. b. San Jacinto Estates No. 4 Ph. 1 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Jacinto Garza) (Mile 14 North Road & F.M. 1015) No. of Lots: 45 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm drainage pipe system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch. ETJ: No, Rural Area Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: Yes, Mile 14 North Road and 4 internal streets to be paved. c. Presidio Estates Unit 3 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Kyndel W. Bennett) (Minnesota Road & Tower Road) No. of Lots: 63 Single Family Flood Zone: C Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be accomplished by storm drainage system and detention by widening the existing drain ditch along north property line. ETJ: No, Rural Area Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: Yes, Minnesota Road and 3 internal streets. d. Rancho El Potrero Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Pena-Chapa Development) (Western Road & Mile 3 North Road) No. of Lots: 74 Single Family Flood Zone: C Drainage: Yes, Drainage consists of storm sewer system discharging into the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Regional Detention Facility. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission. Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: Yes, Western Road and 3 internal streets. e. Maravillas Estates Ph. II Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Elias Woloski, President) (Lott Road & Midway Road) No. of Lots: 80 Single Family Flood Zone: B Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be accomplished by storm drainage system and detention by widening the existing drain ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: Yes, Lott Road, Rio Del Carmen Road and 3 internal streets. 3. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee a. Alberta Village Subdivision- Pct.4 (Julio & Melissa Carranza) (Alberta Road & Raul Longoria Road) No. of Lots: 34 Single Family Flood Zone: B Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be accomplished by storm drainage system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch located approximately 400 feet east of the proposed subdivision development. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Edinburg Paved: Yes, Alberta Road and 1 internal street to be paved. *Final Approval with Letter of Credit No. 5143-500 submitted to City of Edinburgin the amount of $157,581.69 for Paving and Drainage b. Lago Delta Acres Subdivision- Pct.1 (Joe D. Olivarez) (F.M. 88 & Charles Green Road) No. of Lots: 13 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Yes, drainage detention will be accomplished by widening the existing drain ditch. ETJ: No, Rural Area Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: Yes, F.M. 88 and Charles Green Road. *Final Approval with Cash Deposit in the amount of $7,000.00 for 2Filling Stations.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu: A. 63970 Requesting approval of Interlocal Agreement between Hidalgo County and the University of Health Science Center at Houston on behalf of its Department of Brownsville Regional Campus to provide Tu Salud/Si Cuenta program activities. B. 63982 1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Pharr, regarding the relocation of water and sewer appurtenances for the Regional Linear Park Project. 2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) project regarding the Regional Linear Park Project.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores: A. 63957 Requesting approval of Advance Funding Agreement between Texas Department of Transportion and Hidalgo County, for voluntary local government contibutions for transportation improvement to FM 676 from SH 107 to Taylor Road (CSJ #1064-01-027) with authority for the County Judge to sign all required docmentation.
Budget & Management: A. 63851 Status update regarding the Hidalgo County e-Library. B. 63885 Requesting approval for payment of Invoice No.: Mission PL FY2018-1a to the City of Mission/Speer Memorial Library for the Hidalgo County Library System (eLibrary) payment in the amount of $75,000.00. C. 63940 FY18 Texas VINE Grant (1283) : 1. Discussion, consideration and action to enter into the Texas VINE (SAVNS) Maintenance Grant Contract for FY2018 with the Office of the Attorney General of Texas and authorization for the County Judge to sign the required documentation electronically. 2. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the Texas Vine Grant 3. Approval of appropriation of funds for the Texas VINE Grant in the amount of $28,546.78 D. 63616 Discussion, consideration and approval to update the Texas Department of Emergency Management Designation of Applicant's Agent form (to reflect new County Auditor - Maria Arcilia Duran as Chief Financial Officer) E. 63977 TXDOT Pct 1 Mile 6W (1315): Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds into TXDOT-Pct 1 Mile 6W in the amount of $362,003.67 to fund anticipated expenditures.
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. 63911 Acceptance and approval of Interlocal Governmental Cooperation Agreement by and between Hidalgo County Appraisal District and the County of Hidalgo for YR 2018, in connection with participation with (a) Hidalgo County's "Self-Funded Group Health Insurance Program, Stop Loss Insurance, Accidental and Life/AD&D Insurance" and (b) Voluntary Products. 2. 63859 A. Acceptance of the responses received as "Qualified" for award for "Title Company Services-Pool" (as listed in the RFP Acceptance Sheet attached hereto) and approval of the contract(s) for RFP No 2018-005-02-07-YZV; B. Approval of Contracts with firms as (set forth below) in connection to the 2018- Pool for "Title Company Services" for Hidalgo County with compliance of HB 1295 by both vendors (as attached); C-18-005-03-06-Valley Land Title Company, LTD C-18-005A-03-06-Edwards Abstract & Title, LLC C. Option to approve the re-advertising [utilizing the same approved procurement packet] of this project to promote and encourage additional participation and thus expand the pool so as to have more providers with the any additional firms term to expire with the original awarded ones. 3. 63764 A. Acceptance and approval of pre-qualified firms submitting "Statements of Qualifications" for establishment of a "Pool" ( as listed on the RFQ Acceptance Sheets attached hereto) for engagement through the established statutory and local protocol (i.e. nomination by user, grading/scoring, presentation to CC for ranking, authority for negotiations for a final agreement, etc.) on an "As Needed Basis" per project by all County Departments and/or applicable Programs requiring said services as set forth in the requirements stated in the County's Request for Qualifications packet for the following listed Professional Services: 1. Architectural Services (RFQ 2018-007-01-24-RFV) - 2. Engineering Services (RFQ 2018-008-01-24-LHS) - 3. Engineering Services - Geo-technical & Construction Materials Testing (RFQ 2018-009-01-24-YSS) - 5 firms 4. Construction Management Services (RFQ 2018-010-01-24-HGO) - 5. Appraisal Services and/or Appraisal Review Services (RFQ 2018-011-01-24-YZV) - 6. Surveyor Services (RFQ 2018-012-01-24-TDL) - 17 firms B. Option for the re-advertising any one of the professional services RFQs herein [utilizing the approved RFQs] in the event that CC wishes to promote more participation and thus expand each pool and the expiration to remain the same with any additions. 4. 63846 Veteran Services: Approval of "First Amendment" to Service Contract C-17-059-07-11 between Hidalgo County and CTC Distributing Ltd. for "Off Premises Record Storage-Pick-up Retrieval-Delivery & Shredding" where the County wishes to add Veterans Department for the purpose of Off Premises Record Storage subject to compliance with HB 1295. B. Pct. 1 1. 63963 A. Requesting acceptance and approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Monte Alto Independent School District in which County desires to assist District in parking lot paving project; B. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of that certain parking lot project known as the Monte Alto ISD Parking Lot Project. C. Pct. 4 1. 63770 Presentation of the sole responsible vendor, Republic Services, Inc., submitting the lowest and best bid for the purpose of award and approval of contract for Request for Bid titled: Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 - "Garbage Collection at San Carlos Endowment Center" through project No.: 2018-004A-02-07-SGS. D. Constables 1. 63887 Constable Pct. 4: Requesting authority to purchase one (1) 2017 Ford F-250 Crew Cab 4x4 in the amount of $38,679.00 for Hidalgo County Constable Pct.4 through HC's membership/participation with H-GAC/Buy Contract (VE11-15) price includes delivery and cooperative fees. E. Colonia Access Program Pct. 3 1. 63975 BCAP/PCT. #3: A.Requesting acceptance and approval for Application for Pmt. #2 (Final) in the amount of $45,591.30 submitted by Five Star Galaxy Construction awarded contractor for Pct. 3 Palm Subdivision as certified by project engineer Javier Hinojosa Engineering under Contract # C-CAP-17-186-08-08. B.Certificate of Substantial Completion as submitted and recommended by project engineer, Javier Hinojosa Engineering. 2. 63976 BCAP/PCT. #3: A. Requesting acceptance and approval for Application for Payment No. 3 Retainage in the amount of $12,960.47 submitted by Five Star Galaxy Construction awarded contractor for Pct. 3 Palm Subdivision as certified by Javier Hinojosa Engineering under Contract# C-CAP-17-186-08-08. B. Certificate of Construction Completion as submitted and recommended by project engineer Javier Hinojosa Engineering. F. Sheriff's Office 1. 63938 Pursuant to 351.0415(c)(5), Sheriff's Office purchase of contractual services for the installation of privacy partitions an improvement at the Adult Detention Facility, aka, County Jail, thru HC's membership/participation with PCA contract #3-100-14 awarded JOC vendor, Hunt & Woodruff Construction Company, LLC. in the amount of $111,794.56 thru requisition #367640.
Open Forum
23. 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. 63932 Claim of Angela Garcia D. 63934 Claim of Myranda Olivarez 24. 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)
25. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 63933 Claim of Angela Garcia D. 63935 Claim of Myranda Olivarez 26. Closed Session: Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 27. Open Session: Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 28. Adjourn