1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. AI -65028 Requesting approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 and Region III Education Service Center with the purpose of participating in the cooperative purchasing services of Purchasing Cooperative of America (PCA) as an additional procurement resource with authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute document and thus permit HCDD1 to complete and file the online PCA Member Registration. 6. AI -65050 Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 3 as it relates to Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 Administration Building Project and authority of the Chairman of the Board to execute documents. 7. AI -65067 A. Requesting approval/authorization to Rescind action taken by HCDD1 Board of Directors on May 22, 2018 (AI-64984), in relation to authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet for HCDD1 "Fuel-Gasoline and Diesel (On & Off Highway)". B. Approval to exercise the District's sole option to renew/extend the contract for "Fuel- Gasoline and Diesel (On & Off Highway)" with Gold Star Petroleum, Inc., for one (1) additional year, under the same, rates, terms, and conditions as stated in contract number C-HCDD1-17-029-05-30 with extension date effective June 15, 2018 through June 14, 2019. Subject to compliance with HB1295. 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
Health & Human Services Department: A. AI-64975 Resolution in honor of City of McAllen Health Challenge Winners. B. AI-64974 Resolution in support of Hidalgo County Health Summer Meals Program.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu: A. AI-65089 Resolution honoring two PSJA ISD students, Cruz Gomez and Diego Treviño for statewide athletic and academic recognition.
1. AI-65092 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. AI-65093 Presentation of Fund Information Report 3. 2018 Intradepartmental Transfers: A. AI-65062 2018 - Pct 2 Parks (1100) B. AI-65064 2018 - District Clerk (1100) C. AI-65066 2018 - Jail (1100) D. AI-65060 2018 - Economic Development (1100) E. AI-65048 2018 - Pct 1 Adm (1200) F. AI-65058 2018 - Pct 1 Parks (1100) G. AI-65044 2018 - Pct 1 Parks (1100) H. AI-65006 2018 - Health & Human Services Dept. / PHEP (1293) I. AI-65010 2018 - Health & Human Services Dept. / H.D. Adm (1293) J. AI-65018 2018 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Clinics (1100) K. AI-65004 2018 - Constable Pct. 2 (1284) L. AI-65007 2016 - Constable Pct. 2 (1284) M. AI-65011 2018 - Pct. 3 Rd. Maint (1200) N. AI-65016 2018 - County Court at Law #4 (1100) O. AI-65026 2018 - Auditor's Office (1100) P. AI-65029 2018 - Constable Pct. 2 (1100) Q. AI-65030 2018 - CO2017 Pct 3 Mech Shop/Motor Pool (1351) R. AI-65031 2018 - Sheriff's Investigation HB 65 (1227) S. AI-65042 2018 - Constable Pct. 1 (1100) T. AI-65043 2018 - County Court 6 (1100) U. AI-65003 2018 - Public Defender's (1281) V. AI-65001 2018 - Emergency Management (1100) 4. 2018 Interdepartmental Transfers: A. AI-65061 Pct 2 Parks (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Sanitation to Pct 2 Parks in the amount of $3,000.00 to fund installation of fence at Lopezville Park. B. AI-65045 Pct. 2 CRC Youth Facility (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency (progm. 002) to Pct. 2 CRC Youth Facility (progm. 144) in the amount of $7,020.00 to fund various operating expenses. C. AI-65056 Pct. #4: Approval of interdepartmental transfer from Pct.4 Mechanic Shop (program 193) to Pct.4 C. Chvz (program 201) in the amount of $76,779.02. D. AI-64918 Co Treasurer (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from various departments to Co. Treasurer in the total amount of $18,950.00 for bank fees. E. AI-64906 District Attorney's Office (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from program 013 (DA CIVIL LITIGATION) to program 002 (CRIM DA) in the amount of $14,031.00. 5. Planning Department: A. AI-65033 1. Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b) 2. Certificate of Water Service Availability under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.029 (c) (2) 7. Purchasing Dept - Notes: A. FOR ANY CONTRACTS(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE. B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S). A. AI-65032 Approval of payment for invoice #008 in the amount of $1,725.20 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. B. AI-64936 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: 2. E-17-167-05-16 Enterprise Holding, Inc. County Wide "Lease/Rental of Vehicles"- for the Sixty (60) Days Grace period from May 23, 2018 through July 22, 2018 subject to compliance with Form 1295 while procurement process is completed. C. AI-64812 1. Requesting approval to reject bids received for project titled Hidalgo County-"Pest Control Services" through RFB No.: 2018-056-04-18-SGS and to re-bid/advertise project with modifications made to the Specifications; 2. Requesting authority to exercise the Sixty (60) day grace period extension as provided in the current agreement: E-17-172-05-30, for the purpose of Pest Control Services for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms and conditions with Kill-A-Bug Pest Control, effective July 13, 2018 through Sept. 10, 2018 or upon completion of the procurement process, whichever comes first and is most advantageous to Hidalgo County so as to have no lapse in service.
Budget & Management: A. AI-65000 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $801,427.84 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 05/10/18 to 05/23/18. 05/10-16/18 $364,181.94 05/17-23/18 $437,245.90 TOTAL $801,427.84 2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
C-17-004-08-22 Arguindegui Oil Co. II, Ltd - County Wide "Bulk Gasoline On-Off Highway Diesel Fuel & Other"-First (1st year) of two (2) one (1) year options possible effective June 30, 2018 through June 29, 2018;
County Clerk's Office - Arturo Guajardo, Jr.: A. AI-64922 Approval to select names for the 2018 Grievance Committee, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 152.015.
Sheriff's Office: A. AI-65039 Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Miguel A. Gutierrez Jr., student at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley as an intern under the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Internship Program for the period of 07/01/2018 to 07/31/2018. B. AI-65040 Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Justin Wilson, student at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley as an intern under the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Program for the period of 06/01/2018 to 08/31/2018. C. AI-65038 Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Marcos A. Bravo, student at Texas A&M University Kingsville as an intern under the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Internship Program for the period of 06/01/2018 to 06/30/2018.
County Clerk's Office - Arturo Guajardo, Jr.: A. AI-64922 Approval to select names for the 2018 Grievance Committee, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 152.015.
Constable Pct. #2: A. AI-65027 Constable Pct. 2: Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Gilberto H. Sanchez as Deputy Constable by Constable Martin N. Cantu, Constable Pct. 2 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011.
Constable Pct. #3: A. AI-65037 Constable Pct. 3 - STOP Truancy (1285) Approval to renew Interlocal Agreements between Hidalgo County and the following school districts - (STOP Truancy Program) for the 2018-2019 school year: 1. La Joya Independent School District 2. Mission Consolidated Independent School District B. AI-65070 Constable Pct. #3 - Irrigation District #6 (1285): 1. Discussion, consideration, and approval on Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between County of Hidalgo, Texas and Hidalgo County Irrigation District #6. 2. Approval of certification of revenues. 3. Approval of appropriation of funds.
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. AI-65071 Discussion, consideration, and possible action to amend Hidalgo County's Solid Waste Citizen Collection Station Guidelines to: (1) restrict disposal to once per day per vehicle; (2) restrict disposal to double-axel trailers; and (3) allow waiver of disposal rules for emergencies (e.g. to protect health and safety, hurricanes, etc.) (subject to legal). C. AI-65073 Presentation regarding Hidalgo County Precinct 4’s Job Fair scheduled for May 31, 2018, in San Carlos, Texas (in conjunction with Hidalgo County Economic Development, Texas A&M Agrilife Extension, Proyecto Azteca and Workforce Solutions).
Human Resources: A. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (if applicable) for personnel items listed B. AI-65005 Health - PHEP Grant (1293): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 07/01/2018: Action: Delete Dept./ Prg.: 340-013 Slot #: 0019 Position Title: Public Health Specialist I Grade: 09 Current Budgeted Salary: $36,455.00 Proposed Budgeted Salary: $0.00 Action: Delete Dept./ Prg.: 340-013 Slot #: 0021 Position Title: Assistant Epidemiologist Grade: 07 Current Budgeted Salary: $31,255.00 Proposed Budgeted Salary: $0.00
Urban County: A. AI-65023 “Subject to: HB 1295 Compliance.” Requesting authority to purchase playground equipment through the County's Membership/Participation with BuyBoard's awarded vendor, Park Place Recreation Designs, Inc. (contract # 512-16), in the amount of $15,085.28 from FY’s 29 & 30 (2016 & 2017) Mercedes – Parks Recreational Facility funds. B. AI-65036 "Subject to: HB 1295 Compliance." Requesting authority to purchase fire station equipment (wildland gear) through the County's Membership/Participation with BuyBoard's awarded vendor, Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists, Inc. (contract # 524-17), in the amount of $2,628.00 from FY 30 (2017) Elsa - Fire Stations/Equipment funds.
C. AI-64911 1. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for the Uniform Hospital Rate Increase Program in the amount to be determined by Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) instructions from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) with a IGT transfer date of May 31, 2018 and settlement date of June 1, 2018 2. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions. 3. Approval of 2018 appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC. D. Health Care Funding District: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures E. Indigent Health Care Program: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures
Community Service Agency: A. AI-65009 Presentation and recognition of second year graduates for the English as a Second Language (ESL) classes sponsored by the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), and the Hidalgo County Community Service Agency. B. AI-64980 Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the 2018 Community Needs Assessment, as per recommendation by Hidalgo County CSA Advisory Board. C. AI-64931 1. Discussion, consideration and possible action to open four bank accounts for each of the following grants Community Service Block Grant (CSBG), Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP), Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), Private Funds, with designation for Hidalgo County Judge Ramon Garcia and CSA Executive Director Jaime Longoria as signatories on such accounts. 2. Authorization for Jaime Longoria and County Judge to sign any and all pertinent documents associated with the establishment of the accounts.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes: A. AI-65077 Pct 1 is requesting approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from City of Weslaco for the Milano Road project.
Budget & Management: A. AI-65075 CCP Salary Schedule - Various Departments Approval of CCP Salary Schedule corrections, as listed on Exhibit A, effective 04/30/18. B. AI-65024 Pct 2 Various R&B Accounts (1200): Approval of 2018 appropriation of funds from the R&B unassigned fund balance for Various Pct 2 R&B Accounts in the amount of $2,174,069.57 to fund project & operating expenditures. C. AI-65047 TXDOT-Pct 1: Authorization to submit the Economically Disadvantaged County (EDC) Program Application and Affidavit for the Delta Lake Park Rd (0.9mi S FM88 at Delta Lake Canal) Project, CSJ 0921-02-384, with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation. D. AI-65046 TXDOT-Pct 1: Authorization to submit the Economically Disadvantaged County (EDC) Program Application and Affidavit for the Base Line Rd (1.1mi N Mile 4 N at Arroyo Colorado) Project, CSJ 0921-02-388, with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation. E. AI-64919 TXDOT-Pct 4: Authorization to submit the Economically Disadvantaged County (EDC) Program Application and Affidavit for the Doolittle Road (1.71mi N FM1925 at N. Main Ditch) Project, CSJ 0921-02-387, with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation.
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. AI-64722 Recommendation for CC to reject the bids received [as they are not in the best interest of the County] for project titled: "Auctioneer, Storage and Other Related Services" through Request for Bid No.: 2018-043-04-11-SGS and re-advertise with modifications to current specifications that will be drafted by Purchasing with assistance of the Executive Officer and specific end users with review and comment as to form [complete bid packet] through HC-DA/Civil Section prior to release to interested participants. B. Sheriff's Office 1. AI-65051 Presentation of "sole sealed quote" received for the purpose of award and approval of contract to the responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best quote (while meeting all specifications and/or requirements) but in no event to exceed the statutory bid threshold of $50K for: RFSQ No. 2018-099-05-22-HGO - "DNA Testing Lab Services" for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office subject to compliance with HB1295. C. Co. Wide 1. AI-64923 Presentation of bids received for the purpose of award to the responsible multiple vendors submitting the lowest and best bids with approval of contract documents for project titled: Hidalgo County "Rental of Heavy Equipment" through RFB No.: 2018- 057-04-04-FAZ as follows (effective June 19, 2018 through June 18, 2019): A. Holt Texas,LTD.; B. Big D Tractor Company, LLC, dba, Frontera Equipment / Blue Cat Rentals 2. AI-65082 Requesting approval of the Hidalgo County LPA Standard 2-Party (Lump Sum) Compensable Utility Process and Agreement as approved by TxDOT for Off-System and On-System Projects in Hidalgo County.
18. Open Forum 24. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. AI -65028 Requesting approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 and Region III Education Service Center with the purpose of participating in the cooperative purchasing services of Purchasing Cooperative of America (PCA) as an additional procurement resource with authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute document and thus permit HCDD1 to complete and file the online PCA Member Registration. 6. AI -65050 Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 3 as it relates to Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 Administration Building Project and authority of the Chairman of the Board to execute documents. 7. AI -65067 A. Requesting approval/authorization to Rescind action taken by HCDD1 Board of Directors on May 22, 2018 (AI-64984), in relation to authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet for HCDD1 "Fuel-Gasoline and Diesel (On & Off Highway)". B. Approval to exercise the District's sole option to renew/extend the contract for "Fuel- Gasoline and Diesel (On & Off Highway)" with Gold Star Petroleum, Inc., for one (1) additional year, under the same, rates, terms, and conditions as stated in contract number C-HCDD1-17-029-05-30 with extension date effective June 15, 2018 through June 14, 2019. Subject to compliance with HB1295. 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
Health & Human Services Department: A. AI-64975 Resolution in honor of City of McAllen Health Challenge Winners. B. AI-64974 Resolution in support of Hidalgo County Health Summer Meals Program.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu: A. AI-65089 Resolution honoring two PSJA ISD students, Cruz Gomez and Diego Treviño for statewide athletic and academic recognition.
1. AI-65092 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. AI-65093 Presentation of Fund Information Report 3. 2018 Intradepartmental Transfers: A. AI-65062 2018 - Pct 2 Parks (1100) B. AI-65064 2018 - District Clerk (1100) C. AI-65066 2018 - Jail (1100) D. AI-65060 2018 - Economic Development (1100) E. AI-65048 2018 - Pct 1 Adm (1200) F. AI-65058 2018 - Pct 1 Parks (1100) G. AI-65044 2018 - Pct 1 Parks (1100) H. AI-65006 2018 - Health & Human Services Dept. / PHEP (1293) I. AI-65010 2018 - Health & Human Services Dept. / H.D. Adm (1293) J. AI-65018 2018 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Clinics (1100) K. AI-65004 2018 - Constable Pct. 2 (1284) L. AI-65007 2016 - Constable Pct. 2 (1284) M. AI-65011 2018 - Pct. 3 Rd. Maint (1200) N. AI-65016 2018 - County Court at Law #4 (1100) O. AI-65026 2018 - Auditor's Office (1100) P. AI-65029 2018 - Constable Pct. 2 (1100) Q. AI-65030 2018 - CO2017 Pct 3 Mech Shop/Motor Pool (1351) R. AI-65031 2018 - Sheriff's Investigation HB 65 (1227) S. AI-65042 2018 - Constable Pct. 1 (1100) T. AI-65043 2018 - County Court 6 (1100) U. AI-65003 2018 - Public Defender's (1281) V. AI-65001 2018 - Emergency Management (1100) 4. 2018 Interdepartmental Transfers: A. AI-65061 Pct 2 Parks (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Sanitation to Pct 2 Parks in the amount of $3,000.00 to fund installation of fence at Lopezville Park. B. AI-65045 Pct. 2 CRC Youth Facility (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency (progm. 002) to Pct. 2 CRC Youth Facility (progm. 144) in the amount of $7,020.00 to fund various operating expenses. C. AI-65056 Pct. #4: Approval of interdepartmental transfer from Pct.4 Mechanic Shop (program 193) to Pct.4 C. Chvz (program 201) in the amount of $76,779.02. D. AI-64918 Co Treasurer (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from various departments to Co. Treasurer in the total amount of $18,950.00 for bank fees. E. AI-64906 District Attorney's Office (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from program 013 (DA CIVIL LITIGATION) to program 002 (CRIM DA) in the amount of $14,031.00. 5. Planning Department: A. AI-65033 1. Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b) 2. Certificate of Water Service Availability under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.029 (c) (2) 7. Purchasing Dept - Notes: A. FOR ANY CONTRACTS(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE. B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S). A. AI-65032 Approval of payment for invoice #008 in the amount of $1,725.20 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. B. AI-64936 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: 2. E-17-167-05-16 Enterprise Holding, Inc. County Wide "Lease/Rental of Vehicles"- for the Sixty (60) Days Grace period from May 23, 2018 through July 22, 2018 subject to compliance with Form 1295 while procurement process is completed. C. AI-64812 1. Requesting approval to reject bids received for project titled Hidalgo County-"Pest Control Services" through RFB No.: 2018-056-04-18-SGS and to re-bid/advertise project with modifications made to the Specifications; 2. Requesting authority to exercise the Sixty (60) day grace period extension as provided in the current agreement: E-17-172-05-30, for the purpose of Pest Control Services for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms and conditions with Kill-A-Bug Pest Control, effective July 13, 2018 through Sept. 10, 2018 or upon completion of the procurement process, whichever comes first and is most advantageous to Hidalgo County so as to have no lapse in service.
Budget & Management: A. AI-65000 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $801,427.84 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 05/10/18 to 05/23/18. 05/10-16/18 $364,181.94 05/17-23/18 $437,245.90 TOTAL $801,427.84 2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
C-17-004-08-22 Arguindegui Oil Co. II, Ltd - County Wide "Bulk Gasoline On-Off Highway Diesel Fuel & Other"-First (1st year) of two (2) one (1) year options possible effective June 30, 2018 through June 29, 2018;
County Clerk's Office - Arturo Guajardo, Jr.: A. AI-64922 Approval to select names for the 2018 Grievance Committee, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 152.015.
Sheriff's Office: A. AI-65039 Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Miguel A. Gutierrez Jr., student at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley as an intern under the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Internship Program for the period of 07/01/2018 to 07/31/2018. B. AI-65040 Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Justin Wilson, student at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley as an intern under the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Program for the period of 06/01/2018 to 08/31/2018. C. AI-65038 Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Marcos A. Bravo, student at Texas A&M University Kingsville as an intern under the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Internship Program for the period of 06/01/2018 to 06/30/2018.
County Clerk's Office - Arturo Guajardo, Jr.: A. AI-64922 Approval to select names for the 2018 Grievance Committee, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 152.015.
Constable Pct. #2: A. AI-65027 Constable Pct. 2: Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Gilberto H. Sanchez as Deputy Constable by Constable Martin N. Cantu, Constable Pct. 2 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011.
Constable Pct. #3: A. AI-65037 Constable Pct. 3 - STOP Truancy (1285) Approval to renew Interlocal Agreements between Hidalgo County and the following school districts - (STOP Truancy Program) for the 2018-2019 school year: 1. La Joya Independent School District 2. Mission Consolidated Independent School District B. AI-65070 Constable Pct. #3 - Irrigation District #6 (1285): 1. Discussion, consideration, and approval on Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between County of Hidalgo, Texas and Hidalgo County Irrigation District #6. 2. Approval of certification of revenues. 3. Approval of appropriation of funds.
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. AI-65071 Discussion, consideration, and possible action to amend Hidalgo County's Solid Waste Citizen Collection Station Guidelines to: (1) restrict disposal to once per day per vehicle; (2) restrict disposal to double-axel trailers; and (3) allow waiver of disposal rules for emergencies (e.g. to protect health and safety, hurricanes, etc.) (subject to legal). C. AI-65073 Presentation regarding Hidalgo County Precinct 4’s Job Fair scheduled for May 31, 2018, in San Carlos, Texas (in conjunction with Hidalgo County Economic Development, Texas A&M Agrilife Extension, Proyecto Azteca and Workforce Solutions).
Human Resources: A. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (if applicable) for personnel items listed B. AI-65005 Health - PHEP Grant (1293): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 07/01/2018: Action: Delete Dept./ Prg.: 340-013 Slot #: 0019 Position Title: Public Health Specialist I Grade: 09 Current Budgeted Salary: $36,455.00 Proposed Budgeted Salary: $0.00 Action: Delete Dept./ Prg.: 340-013 Slot #: 0021 Position Title: Assistant Epidemiologist Grade: 07 Current Budgeted Salary: $31,255.00 Proposed Budgeted Salary: $0.00
Urban County: A. AI-65023 “Subject to: HB 1295 Compliance.” Requesting authority to purchase playground equipment through the County's Membership/Participation with BuyBoard's awarded vendor, Park Place Recreation Designs, Inc. (contract # 512-16), in the amount of $15,085.28 from FY’s 29 & 30 (2016 & 2017) Mercedes – Parks Recreational Facility funds. B. AI-65036 "Subject to: HB 1295 Compliance." Requesting authority to purchase fire station equipment (wildland gear) through the County's Membership/Participation with BuyBoard's awarded vendor, Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists, Inc. (contract # 524-17), in the amount of $2,628.00 from FY 30 (2017) Elsa - Fire Stations/Equipment funds.
C. AI-64911 1. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for the Uniform Hospital Rate Increase Program in the amount to be determined by Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) instructions from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) with a IGT transfer date of May 31, 2018 and settlement date of June 1, 2018 2. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions. 3. Approval of 2018 appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC. D. Health Care Funding District: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures E. Indigent Health Care Program: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures
Community Service Agency: A. AI-65009 Presentation and recognition of second year graduates for the English as a Second Language (ESL) classes sponsored by the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), and the Hidalgo County Community Service Agency. B. AI-64980 Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the 2018 Community Needs Assessment, as per recommendation by Hidalgo County CSA Advisory Board. C. AI-64931 1. Discussion, consideration and possible action to open four bank accounts for each of the following grants Community Service Block Grant (CSBG), Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP), Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), Private Funds, with designation for Hidalgo County Judge Ramon Garcia and CSA Executive Director Jaime Longoria as signatories on such accounts. 2. Authorization for Jaime Longoria and County Judge to sign any and all pertinent documents associated with the establishment of the accounts.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes: A. AI-65077 Pct 1 is requesting approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from City of Weslaco for the Milano Road project.
Budget & Management: A. AI-65075 CCP Salary Schedule - Various Departments Approval of CCP Salary Schedule corrections, as listed on Exhibit A, effective 04/30/18. B. AI-65024 Pct 2 Various R&B Accounts (1200): Approval of 2018 appropriation of funds from the R&B unassigned fund balance for Various Pct 2 R&B Accounts in the amount of $2,174,069.57 to fund project & operating expenditures. C. AI-65047 TXDOT-Pct 1: Authorization to submit the Economically Disadvantaged County (EDC) Program Application and Affidavit for the Delta Lake Park Rd (0.9mi S FM88 at Delta Lake Canal) Project, CSJ 0921-02-384, with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation. D. AI-65046 TXDOT-Pct 1: Authorization to submit the Economically Disadvantaged County (EDC) Program Application and Affidavit for the Base Line Rd (1.1mi N Mile 4 N at Arroyo Colorado) Project, CSJ 0921-02-388, with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation. E. AI-64919 TXDOT-Pct 4: Authorization to submit the Economically Disadvantaged County (EDC) Program Application and Affidavit for the Doolittle Road (1.71mi N FM1925 at N. Main Ditch) Project, CSJ 0921-02-387, with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation.
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. AI-64722 Recommendation for CC to reject the bids received [as they are not in the best interest of the County] for project titled: "Auctioneer, Storage and Other Related Services" through Request for Bid No.: 2018-043-04-11-SGS and re-advertise with modifications to current specifications that will be drafted by Purchasing with assistance of the Executive Officer and specific end users with review and comment as to form [complete bid packet] through HC-DA/Civil Section prior to release to interested participants. B. Sheriff's Office 1. AI-65051 Presentation of "sole sealed quote" received for the purpose of award and approval of contract to the responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best quote (while meeting all specifications and/or requirements) but in no event to exceed the statutory bid threshold of $50K for: RFSQ No. 2018-099-05-22-HGO - "DNA Testing Lab Services" for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office subject to compliance with HB1295. C. Co. Wide 1. AI-64923 Presentation of bids received for the purpose of award to the responsible multiple vendors submitting the lowest and best bids with approval of contract documents for project titled: Hidalgo County "Rental of Heavy Equipment" through RFB No.: 2018- 057-04-04-FAZ as follows (effective June 19, 2018 through June 18, 2019): A. Holt Texas,LTD.; B. Big D Tractor Company, LLC, dba, Frontera Equipment / Blue Cat Rentals 2. AI-65082 Requesting approval of the Hidalgo County LPA Standard 2-Party (Lump Sum) Compensable Utility Process and Agreement as approved by TxDOT for Off-System and On-System Projects in Hidalgo County.
18. Open Forum 24. Adjourn