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Roll Call |
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Pledge of Allegiance |
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Prayer |
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Approval of Consent Agenda |
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County Judge's Office: |
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64591
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Consideration and approval of a Proclamation Declaring May 2018 as Elder Abuse Prevention Month. |
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District Attorney's Office: |
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64710
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1. Requesting consideration and approval of the Interlocal Agreement between the Department of Public Safety (DPS) and the County of Hidalgo, Texas by and through the Hidalgo County Criminal District Attorney.
2. Requesting consideration, approval and authorization for Ricardo Rodriguez, Jr., Criminal District Attorney to sign the Interlocal Agreement. |
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Sheriff's Office: |
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64666
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1. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code section § 157.903, consideration and approval of indemnification in the amount of $767.85 for over-payments made to 27 inmates between February 22, 2001 and April 11, 2018.
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer. |
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B. |
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64655
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Sheriff's Office - OPSG (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Operation Stonegarden (OPSG) FY17 grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Grants Program (HSGP), through egrants.
2. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under egrants as authorized official.
3. Approval of Resolution for OPSG 17 Grant to designate Judge Ramon Garcia as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document (grant period- April 01, 2018 - May 31, 2019).
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64643
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Operation Stonegarden (1284):
Authorization and approval to de-obligate $12.50 of PCT #2 Operation Stonegarden 2015 vehicle funds to allocate to Sheriff OPSG 15. |
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64644
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Operation Stonegarden (1284): Authorization and approval to de-obligate $5,106.37 of PCT #3 Operation Stonegarden 2015 travel in county and vehicle funds to allocate to Sheriff OPSG 15.
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64645
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Operation Stonegarden (1284):
Authorization and approval to de-obligate $1,273.52 of PCT #4 Operation Stonegarden 2015 funds to allocate to Sheriff OPSG 15.
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Constable Pct. #1: |
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64739
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Approval to declare as "surplus" (for the purpose of destruction) Police Radios, from Constable Precinct 1 since the radios cannot be recycled with approval for said disposition through the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Department. |
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64649
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Constable Pct. #1 (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Operation Stonegarden 2017 (OPSG) grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Division (HSGD), thru egrants.
2. Authorization and approval for the County Judge, as authorized official, to e-sign the application form and related documents under egrants.
3. Approval of Resolution for OPSG 2017 Grant to designate Judge Ramon Garcia as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document (grant period: April 01, 2018 to May 31, 2019). |
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Constable Pct. #4: |
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64667
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Constable Precinct 4 - OPSG (1284):
1. Authorization to accept the Approval Notice in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY2017 Grant for the amount of $55,000.00.
2. Authorization and approval for County Judge, as authorized official, to electronically accept grant award form and related documents.
3. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
4. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the Operation Stonegarden FY2017 Grant in the amount of $55,000.00.
5. Approval to appropriate the budget for Constable Precinct 4 portion of the Operation Stonegarden FY2017 Grant in the amount of $55,000.00. |
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Executive Office: |
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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 |
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B. |
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64779
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Approval of Resolution in Support of TxDOT’s Recommended Preferred Alignment for State Highway 68 as presented at the April 5, 2018 public hearing. |
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Human Resources: |
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Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (if applicable) for personnel items listed |
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64731
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CCP Salary Schedule - Various Departments
Approval of CCP Salary Schedule corrections, as listed on Exhibit A, effective 04/30/2018. |
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64747
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District Clerk (1100):
Approval to create a Full-time temporary position for 24 weeks beginning 05/29/2018 and ending 11/09/2018, as follows:
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Dept./ Prg. |
Slot # |
Position Title |
Proposed Hourly Rate |
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090-001 |
T080 |
Clerk II |
$12.25 |
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64781
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Classification and Compensation Plan:
1. Approval to add the following two (2) position titles to the (CCP) Plan Classified Positions List and approval of the job descriptions:
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Position Title |
Grade |
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Information Technology Senior Manager I |
18 |
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Information Technology Senior Manager II |
19 |
2. Approval to revise the (CCP) Plan Classified Positions List.
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64783
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Information Technology (1100):
1. Approval of the following personnel action effective upon Commissioners' court action:
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Dept.#/Prog. |
Slot No. |
Position Title |
Grade |
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200-001 |
0044 |
Information Technology
Senior Manager II |
19 |
2. Approval to revise the Classification and Compensation Plan Salary Schedule. |
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Urban County: |
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64721
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Subject to HB 1295 Compliance, requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with Phoenix Fabricators & Erectors, LLC in the amount of $907,619.00 (base bid only). UCP Fiscal Years 27, 28, & 29 (2014, 2015 & 2016) City of La Villa– Water/Sewer Improvement and city funds will be utilized. |
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64723
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Requesting authorization to amend the Subrecipient agreement with the Boys & Girls Club of Pharr, under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program for FY 2017. |
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64724
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1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for professional appraisal services.
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by Commissioner’s Court of at least three (3) professional appraisal firms from the county’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the City of La Villa, Urban County Program and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 30 (2017) Precinct No. 1 (City of La Villa) – Water/Sewer Improvement funds.
| Professional Service Firm |
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Ranked |
| Professional Appraisal Services, Inc. |
96.33% |
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| George J. Salazar dba Appraisal Haus |
95% |
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89.33% |
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3. Authority to negotiate a professional appraisal service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of ____________________ for the provision of appraisal services for an Urban County Program Year 30 (2017) Precinct No. 1 (City of La Villa) – Water/Sewer Improvement project. |
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64725
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1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for professional appraisal review services.
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by Commissioner’s Court of at least three (3) professional appraisal firms from the county’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the City of La Villa, Urban County Program and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 30 (2017) Precinct No. 1 (City of La Villa) – Water/Sewer Improvement funds.
| Professional Service Firm |
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Ranked |
| Leonel Garza Jr. and Associates LLC |
97.33% |
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| Professional Appraisal Services, Inc. |
96.67% |
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| Southmost Realty |
89% |
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3. Authority to negotiate a professional appraisal review service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of ____________________for the provision of appraisal review services for an Urban County Program Year 30 (2017) Precinct No. 1 (City of La Villa) Water/Sewer Improvement project. |
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Health & Human Services Department: |
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64754
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Requesting approval of the Amendment to Interlocal Agreement Between the City of McAllen and the County of Hidalgo, by and through the Department of Health and Human Services. |
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64728
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1. Requesting approval to accept the Immunization / Locals grant contract #HHS000119700022 in the amount of $674,320.00 for the period of 09/01/2018 to 08/31/2019.
2. Requesting approval for County Judge to e-sign the Immunization / Locals grant contract and related documents.
3. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $674,320.00.
4. Requesting approval of the budget appropriation in the amount of $674,320.00.
Immunization Program Income:
1. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $107,000.00.
2. Requesting approval of the budget appropriation in the amount of $107,000.00. |
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Health Care Funding District: |
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64570
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A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for the Uniform Hospital Rate Increase Program in the amount to be determined by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) instructions from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) with an IGT transfer date of May 11, 2018 and settlement date of May 14, 2018.
B. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions.
C. Approval of 2018 appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC. |
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Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures |
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Indigent Health Care Program: |
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Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures |
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IT Department: |
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64557
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Authorization and approval to change the wireless service plan and purchase new service plans through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following:
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Upgrade Service Plan |
DA's Office Use |
Custom Business Unl Mins Msg Data + MHS + DTL CAN & MEX Unl Mins @ 70.00 + Taxes/Fees @ $3.00 per month |
956-929-1970
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1 |
Upgrade Service Plan |
DA's Office Use |
Custom Business Unl Mins Msg Data + MHS + DTL CAN & MEX Unl Mins @ 70.00 + Taxes/Fees @ $3.00 per month |
956-929-0125
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Upgrade Service Plan |
DA's Office Use |
Custom Business Unl Mins Msg Data + MHS + DTL CAN & MEX Unl Mins @ 70.00 + Taxes/Fees @ $3.00 each per month |
956-929-1648, 956-929-1630, 956-279-8479, 956-827-9198, 956-587-2017 |
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New Service Plan |
Daniel Sanchez / 226939 |
Nationwide Unl. Mins. Email&Data Unl+MHS N&W/M2M/MGS Unl @ $69.99 + Taxes/Fees @ $5.00 per month |
New MDN |
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Planning Department: |
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64771
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1. Discussion and consideration to approve proposed Pipeline and Utility Permit Application
a. Authorization of procedure to have T.J. Arredondo, CFM, Director of Planning Department review, process and obtain County Judge’s signature upon approval of completed application.
b. Authorization to charge $500 fee for said application and $500 for each additional pipeline and/or utility line associated with application.
2. Consideration and possible action to approve reimbursement request to CWL Limited in the amount of $108,701.75 in connection with the paving of Brushline Road.
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Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes: |
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64709
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Approval of Interlocal Agreement between Hidalgo County and The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley for Representative Appointment to Regional Task Force |
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64702
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Requesting approval to accept the counteroffer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcels 49, 50, and 56 associated with the Mile 6W Road Improvements Project ( CSJ# 0921-02-356 ) |
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Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu: |
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64788
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1. Requesting approval to submit a Request for Inspection form to Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) by Hidalgo County to obtain an inspection to verify compliance with the Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS) for the Pct 2 CRC Youth Facility.
2. Requesting authorization for the County Judge to sign the Request for Inspection Form. |
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Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores: |
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64753
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Requesting approval of Advance Funding Agreement (AFA) between Hidalgo County and Texas Department of Transportation for Veterans Blvd. (SH 495) from IH-2 (US 83) to La Homa Rd.(CSJ #0865-01-108 & RCSJ #0865-01-111) with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation. |
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64743
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Approval of 2017 appropriations of funds from the Pct. 3 R&B Unreserved Fund Balance for various Pct. 3 Rd. Maint. accounts in the amount of $778,000.00 to fund operating expenditures. |
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Purchasing Department - Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
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Hidalgo County |
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64699
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Requesting action to clarify (R-AI #64478 CC of 04/17/2018) for the "Demolition Services of HC Structures" to reflect the advertisement of only one (1) project [former DPS office on frontage road] as the other structure [Pct. #2 Palmer Pavilion] commenced under Purchase Order No. 764996 in 2017 but as yet has not been completed thus statutory bid limit applicable to all other demolition projects hereafter for this fiscal year.
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Executive Office |
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64791
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Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 2, estimated cost of $ 26,250.00, as submitted by Halff Associates, Inc. (project engineer) for (Project Specific): “Demolition of all Site Structures and Improvements at Old County Jail Site (located at 207 East Loeb Street, Edinburg, Texas) through on-cal) agreement #C-17-142-05-16 for: Buildings Repairs, Renovations, Alterations, Additions and/or Other Related Services to County Owned Buildings located in Precinct 4.
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Pct. 3 |
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64748
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Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 4 (with an estimated cost of $625,000.00) as submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, to provide Engineering Services required for the preparation of the Right-of-Way Acquisition for an estimated amount of 32 parcels and Compensable Utility Management and Construction Management, for the Shary Road (FM 494) project from FM 676 (Mile 5) to to SH 107 through contract #C-13-133-12-03. |
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64741
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a. Requesting approval of and (On Call)-[Professional Service Agreement] with NASSRI-WARREN GROUP ARCHITECTS, INC. d/b/a THE WARREN GROUP ARCHITECTS, INC. for the provisions of: "Repairs/Renovations/Remodeling, Additions/Alterations and/or Building Review/Assessment Related Services" for County-owned Buildings/Structures", utilized by various departments for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4, through the [forms of an AIA Agreement] on a per project basis.
b. Requesting approval of an (On Call) -[Professional Engineering Services] agreement with HALFF ASSOCIATES, INC. for the provisions of: "Building Repairs, Renovations, Alteration, Additions and/or Other Related Services to County Owned Buildings", utilized by various departments for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4.
c. Requesting approval of an (On Call)-[Professional Appraisal Services] agreement with the "multiple" ranked and selected Appraisal Firms: LEONEL GARZA, JR. & ASSOCIATES, LLC & George J. Salazar, II d/b/a APPRAISAL HAUS for the provisions of- "Appraisal Services" for: "The Fair Market Value Appraisals in connection with the Acquisition of Land, Rights of Way, Easements, Condemnations and Disposition of County owned Property", utilized by various departments for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4.
d. Requesting approval of an (On Call)-[Professional Services Agreement] with PROFESSIONAL APPRAISAL SERVICE, INC. for the provisions of: "Appraisal [REVIEW] Services", utilized by various departments for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4.
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64761
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Approval of the following items for RG Enterprises LLC dba G&G Contractors for the Pct. 4 San Carlos Community Resource Center Landscape/ Retaining Wall/ Irrigation project P.O. 748664, as submitted and recommended by project architect, Mata-Garcia Architects LLC for contract # C-16-145A-04-13 including, but not limited to:
A. Application for Payment 3 in the amount of $55,394.50;
B. Application for Payment 4 Release of Retainage in the the amount of $13,852.87.
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64738
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Authority and approval to enter into an Interlocal Agreement between Hidalgo County and Texas A & M University to extend the original facilitation, recruitment, outreach and resource development agreement established in 1999, amended and renewed in 2014 for the Hidalgo County San Carlos Endowment Center (Sunflower Road).
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Sheriff's Office |
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64785
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Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 with estimated cost ($ 732,321.00), as submitted HALFF ASSOCIATES, INC. (project engineer) in connection to (ON CALL) agreement # C-18-130-04-03 for:-“Road and Bridge, C.I.P. and Other Projects in General” located within Hidalgo County Precinct Number 4, Project Specific: Design of Drainage/Park Improvements for Memorial Park" located in Hidalgo County Precinct 4.
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Open Forum |
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Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, 551.072 & 551.074 to discuss the following: |
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Real Estate Acquisition |
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Pending and/or potential litigation |
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64774
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Duties, evaluation & discipline of Information Technology Director |
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64786
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Consultation with legal counsel to provide legal opinion regarding legal services for the Courthouse Project. |
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A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024(A) (4) "a Professional Service" for the "provision of legal services/representation in connection with litigation."
B. Engagement with the firm of _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement (subject to compliance with HB1295)
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Open Session: |
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Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same |
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Pending and/or potential litigation |
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64775
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Duties, evaluation & discipline of Information Technology Director |
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64787
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Consultation with legal counsel to provide legal opinion regarding legal services for the Courthouse Project. |
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Closed Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed |
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Open Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed |
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| 26. |
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Adjourn |
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