1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. 65379 Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement (subject to legal review) with South Texas Infrastructure Group, L.L.C., as it relates to Professional Engineering Services (Plans/Specifications/Estimates (PS&E), Design Surveying) for "RCW Subdivision Drainage Improvements Project (Contract No. C-HCDD1-18-035-06-19). Approved for negotiations by HCDD1 Board of Directors on May 22, 2018 (AI# 64993) 6. 65273 Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 23 & E-4 as it relates to Cesar Chavez Drain Ph II project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents. 7. 65274 Requesting acceptance and approval of drainage easement document from Nowell Borders & Ranell Borders as it relates to the J-14 project. Pending final legal review. 8. 65293 Requesting acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $3,000.00, as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc., in relation to Geotechnical Services to be provided for Roosevelt Roadthrough the awarded "On-Call Professional Geotechnical Services" Agreement No. C-HCDD1-17-033-06-27, (Subject to Legal Review and compliance to Form HB1295) 9. 65296 Requesting acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 2 in the amount of $4,016.00, as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc., in relation to Geotechnical Services to be provided for J-09 Project -Bore Samples between Hoehn Rd and 1/2 Mile W. of Rooth Road, through the awarded "On-Call Professional Geotechnical Services" Agreement No. C-HCDD1-17-033-06-27, (Subject to Legal Review and compliance to Form HB1295) 10. 65297 Requesting acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 2 in the amount of $43,817.00, as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc., in relation to Construction Materials Testing Services to be provided for J-09 Phase III "Roadway, Field & Irrigation Crossings" -from Field Crossing No. 3 to Citrus Road, through the awarded "On-Call Professional Construction Materials Testing Services" Agreement No. C-HCDD1-18-011-02-06, (Subject to Legal Review and compliance to Form HB1295) 11. 65298 Requesting acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 3 in the amount of $14,428.00, as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc., in relation to Construction Materials Testing Services to be provided for J-09 Phase II-(Hoehn Rd.- Big 5 Rd), through the awarded "On-Call Professional Construction Materials Testing Services" Agreement No. C-HCDD1-18-011-02-06, (Subject to Legal Review and compliance to Form HB1295) 12. 65337 Requesting acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No.2 in the amount of $59,956.98, as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC., in relation to Engineering Services to be provided for Pct. 4 - Iowa Road Drainage Improvement Project, through the awarded "On-Call Professional Engineering Services" Agreement No. C-HCDD1-17-051-09-19, (Subject to Legal Review and Compliance to Form HB1295) 13. 65339 Acceptance and approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 5 to the Professional Engineering Services Contract with S & B Infrastructure, LTD, for the Design and Expansion of the Raymondville Drain Outfall System, to extend the termination date until July 31, 2020, pursuant to Article 8 of the contract. 14. 65340 A.) Requesting approval to submit Notice of Intent Form for FEMA Disaster # DR-4332 to the Texas Division of Emergency Management as it relates to the Raymondville Drain Project and approval of any subsequent Notices, Forms and Applications and authority for Drainage District General Manager to execute. B.) Requesting approval to submit Notice of Intent Form for FEMA Disaster # DR-4332 to the Texas Division of Emergency Management as it relates to the Delta Region Water Management Project and approval of any subsequent Notices, Forms and Applications and authority for Drainage District General Manager to execute. 15. 65353 Requesting approval of Second Amendment to Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County and Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 as it relates to Change Order No.2 for Drainage Improvements Project Penitas Drain Phase I. 16. 65354 Requesting approval of Memorandum of Agreement Pursuant to 31 U.S.C. Intergovernmental Cooperation Act Between Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 and the Department of the Army for the provision of technical assistance as it relates to the Raymondville Drain in Hidalgo and Willacy Counties, Texas. 17. 65355 Requesting approval of Waterline Access Agreement Between North Alamo Water Supply Corporation, Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 and the City of Edinburg as it relates to the fire protection Facility for HCDD1 New Administration Facility. 18. 65358 Requesting approval to declare Surplus approximately 235,000 Cubic Yards of Fill Dirt located at "PSJA Lateral (From US 83 to South Main Drain)" in as much as an attempt was made for the sale and removal through RFB# HCDD1-18-030-06-06, advertised for (2) weeks, and No Bids were received. 19. 65368 Requesting acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 4 in the amount of $22,534.86, as submitted by L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., to provide Geotechnical Testing services for the Delta Reservoir Project -Phase 1, through awarded Engineering Services Contract No. C-HCDD1-17-014-06-27 for "Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 - Delta Regional Water Management Project"(Subject to Legal Review and compliance to Form HB1295) 20. 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 21. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 22. Closed Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 23. Open Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 24. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu: 65387 Resolution honoring Sister Norma Pimentel for receiving the University of Notre Dame’s 2018 Laetare Medal — the oldest and most prestigious honor given to American Catholics.
1. 65402 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. 65406 Presentation of Fund Information Report 3. 2018 Intradepartmental Transfers: A. 65385 2018 - Sheriff's Office / Co. Wide Community System (1100) Program (083) B. 65386 2018- Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office (1100) C. 65390 2018 - General Litigation (1100) D. 65389 2018 - County Clerk's (1100) E. 65376 2018 - Tax Office (1100) F. 65377 2018 - Constable Precinct 4 (1100) G. 65378 2018 - Executive Office (1100) H. 65360 2018 - Pct.4 Road Maint (1200) I. 65370 2018 - Pct.4 CRC (1100) J. 65314 2018 - Nuisance Abatement Division (1100) K. 65341 2018 - Constable Pct.5 (1100) L. 65346 2018 - 1115 Waiver DSRIP (1100) M. 65272 2018 - CO 2016 - Pct. 2 Palmer Pavilion (1350) N. 65320 2018 - CC & DC E-Filing (1100) O. 65329 2018 - Human Resources (1100) P. 65335 2018- Public Affairs (1100) Q. 65336 2018 - Facilities Management (1100) R. 65311 2018 - Health & Human Services Dept. / IMM Div Local (1293) S. 65312 2018 - Health & Human Services Dept. / H.D. Adm (1293) T. 65319 2018 - Constable Pct.1 (1100) U. 65287 2018 - Pct. 1 R&B (1200) V. 65283 2018 - Pct. 3 Rd. Maint. (1200) W. 65284 2018 - Health & Human Services Dept./ PHHS (1293) X. 65294 2018 - Fire Marshal (1100) Y. 65290 2018 - 332nd DC (1100) Z. 65234 2018 - 430th DC (1100) 4. 2018 Interdepartmental Transfers: A. 65382 Facilities Management (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency to Facilities Management in the amount of $25,355.00 to fund installation of cabling in various offices. B. 65369 Pct 4 (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from Pct.4 Parks (program 009) to Pct.4 CRC (program 077) in the amount of $2,800.00. C. 65321 CC & DC E-Filing (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from IT Countywide (program #002) to CC & DC E-Filing (program #010) in the amount of $79,740.00 to fund operating expenses in relation to the Odyssey judicial system. 5. Planning Department: A. 65307 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) B. 65305 Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee 1. Sendero Trails Ph. 1 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Elio Botello) (FM 490 & HWY 281) *Reimbursement request: $1,000.00 for installation of 1 OSSF 6. County Treasurer: A. 65367 Hidalgo County Quarterly Investment Report for First Quarter Ending March 31, 2018. 7. Monthly Fee Reports: A. 65215 District Attorney's Office Check Fraud Fees Monthly Report - May 2018 8. Tax Refunds: A. 65282 Account Number Payer Amount F5700.00.000.0044.10 Corelogic $2,742.32 T2100.00.241.0007.07 Circle T Holdings LP $3,594.48 B. 65281 Account Number Payer Amount H4221.99.000.0001.00 HOLT TEXAS LTD $15,929.37 L1810.00.000.0127.00 OVATION SERVICES $3,050.83 L5025.00.000.0215.05 UPPER VALLEY MATERIALS LLC $5,017.52 N3020.3A.000.0002.00 HAMIDEH, LP $4,554.96 T2100.00.279.0016.00 GAUCHOS INVESTMENTS LLC $2,928.81 9. Membership Dues/Certifications: A. 65325 Fire Marshal: Requesing approval for three active membership renewals for International Association of Arson Investigators for Fire Marshal Homero Garza, Chief Deputy Fire Marshal Eric Sanchez, and Deputy Fire Marshal Medardo Villarreal for $135.00 each, totaling to $405.00 for the year, Requisition # 373860. B. 65303 District Attorney (1100): Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCCA) for the following employees: Juan Garza, Leonardo Sanchez and Ricardo Hernandez, in the amount of $170.00 (Requisition #373787), with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor. 10. Headstart: A. 65245 Approval of Monthly Children’s Applications Report for 2018-2019 B. 65246 Approval of Monthly Meals/Snacks Report C. 65248 Approval of Monthly Special Services Report: May 2018 D. 65249 Approval of Monthly Average Daily Attendance (ADA) Report: May 2018 E. 65243 Approval of Monthly Financial Report: May 2018 11. Budget & Management: A. 65328 Non-Agenda Transfers Report and approval of emergency transfers for the period of May 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. 64865 Child Protection Court is requesting approval to enter into a 48 month capital lease agreement with Ricoh, USA, Inc. for a monthly payment of $145.39 through requisition number 00371901. Department REQ# Term Model Monthly Payment Child Protection Court 00371901 48 months MPC4504EX $145.39 B. 65323 Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications/requirements, legal notice, draft lease agreement etc.), as attached hereto for: Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3-"Lease of Land (Approx. 5 acres) for Solid Waste Citizen Collection Site" through project: 2018-170-00-00-SGS including the re-advertisement of project if and when required or necessary.. C. 65268 Authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet for "Expansion of Laboratory and X-Ray Services Network for Hidalgo County Indigent Care Level 2 Pilot Program" with authority to re-advertise in the event no proposals received or recommend rejection of proposals. D. 65275 Authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet for "Online Pharmacy Billing Services" - Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department with authority to re-advertise in the event no proposals are received or recommend rejection of proposals. E. 65267 Authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet for Expansion of Primary Care Provider Network - Hidalgo County Indigent Health Care Level 2 Pilot Program with authority to re-advertise in the event no proposals received or recommend rejection of proposals. F. 65219 PCT #1: Requesting approval to enter into a 48 month capital lease agreement with Ricoh USA/ GE Ricoh through State of Texas cooperative contract DIR-TSO-3041. G. 65220 Acceptance and approval to exercise the County's option to extend the final one (1) year renewal allowed in contract C-14-286-10-28 under the same rates, terms and conditions with Kofile Systems, Inc.for the provision of "Records Management & Document Imaging Process" for County Clerks with compliance to HB 1295. H. 65227 Requesting approval to exercise the County's option to renew/extend for an additional one (1) year extensions as provided in the current contracts for the "Pipes & Related Miscellaneous Items" for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms and conditions with the following contracted vendors: 1. E-18-090-06-19-Rio Valley Pipe; 3. E-18-090B-06-19-Act Pipe & Supply; 5. E-18-090D-06-19-Agua Works Pipe, Subject to Signed Renewal Extension Notice; I. 65096 Approval to exercise the County's option to extend the first (1) of two (2) year terms under contracts: 1. #C-17-063A-07-25 with Rene Lucio dba R & R Distributing; 2. #C-17-063B-07-25 with Bob Barker Company, Inc.; and, 3. #17-063C-07-25 with ICS Jail Supplies, Inc. for "Commissary Supplies for the Hidalgo County Adult Detention Facility Commissary" on an as-needed basis, for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office under the same rates, terms & conditions. J. 65136 Approval to exercise the eighth (8th) of nine (9) extensions possible as provided in original contract #C-10-043-08-03 for "Lease of Tower Space - Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office - La Joya Tower Site under the same terms and conditions effective August 3, 2018, through August 2, 2019. K. 65214 Requesting approval to enter into a 48 month capital lease agreement with Ricoh USA/ GE Ricoh through State of Texas cooperative contract DIR-TSO-3041.
H. 65227 Requesting approval to exercise the County's option to renew/extend for an additional one (1) year extensions as provided in the current contracts for the "Pipes & Related Miscellaneous Items" for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms and conditions with the following contracted vendors: 2. E-18-090A-06-19-Core & Main, LP; 4. E-18-090C-06-19-Ferguson Waterworks, Subject to HB 1295 & Signed Renewal Extension Notice; 6. E-18-091-06-19 Contech Engineered Solutions, LLC "Pipes & Related Miscellaneous Items-Round 2" - For an additional (One) 1 year period: Subject to HB 1295 & Renewal Extension Notice.
County Clerk's Office - Arturo Guajardo, Jr.: 65231 Presentation, discussion and update on the relocation of the County Clerk's Vitals and Records Management departments from the Hidalgo County Courthouse, 100 N. Closner, Edinburg, TX, to the Records Facility Building located on 317 N. Closner, Edinburg, TX,
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. 65289 Presentation of the monthly report by program manager, Jacobs, Inc., of the Construction of the New Hidalgo County Courthouse C. 65371 1. Discussion, consideration and action to approve the Interlocal Agreement for Cost Sharing of Wage Rate Study between Hidalgo County and South Texas College. 2. Discussion consideration and action to adopt South Texas College's wage study which determines prevailing wage rates for all County public works projects in accordance with the Interlocal Agreement with South Texas College and pursuant to the authority granted under Texas Government Code Sec. 2258.022(a)(1). D. 65318 Nuisance Abatement Division: Requesting authorization and approval to purchase promotional items under "Public Purpose" pursuant to the Tex. Const. Art. 3 Sec. 52. E. 65381 1. Requesting approval to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to sign TCEQ application to contribute penalty from proposed Agreed Order, Case No. 55486, Docket No. 2017-1771-WQ-E, to third party Supplemental Environment Project Administrator. 2. Requesting approval to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to sign proposed Agreed Order, Case No. 53322, Docket No. 2016-1986-MLM-E, regarding the Pct. 1 Monte Alto Collection Site.
District Clerk - Laura Hinojosa: 65196 Review and acknowledgement of Agreement between the Office of Court Administration (OCA) and the District Clerk that allows the OCA to provide the eService File for the Clerk's use, which contains all attorney email addresses designated for electronic service (dissemination of notices and other court-related information/correspondence).
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. 65289 Presentation of the monthly report by program manager, Jacobs, Inc., of the Construction of the New Hidalgo County Courthouse C. 65371 1. Discussion, consideration and action to approve the Interlocal Agreement for Cost Sharing of Wage Rate Study between Hidalgo County and South Texas College. 2. Discussion consideration and action to adopt South Texas College's wage study which determines prevailing wage rates for all County public works projects in accordance with the Interlocal Agreement with South Texas College and pursuant to the authority granted under Texas Government Code Sec. 2258.022(a)(1). D. 65318 Nuisance Abatement Division: Requesting authorization and approval to purchase promotional items under "Public Purpose" pursuant to the Tex. Const. Art. 3 Sec. 52. E. 65381 1. Requesting approval to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to sign TCEQ application to contribute penalty from proposed Agreed Order, Case No. 55486, Docket No. 2017-1771-WQ-E, to third party Supplemental Environment Project Administrator. 2. Requesting approval to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to sign proposed Agreed Order, Case No. 53322, Docket No. 2016-1986-MLM-E, regarding the Pct. 1 Monte Alto Collection Site.
Master Court #2: 65349 Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Christopher Villarreal as Student Intern in Master Court #2 for the period of June 11, 2018 - August 15, 2018.
Human Resources: A. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (if applicable) for personnel items listed B. 65330 Pct. 1 Road Maintenance (1200): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period of 06/25/2018: Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade/Step Delete 121-005 0044 Truck Driver II G05/S01 Delete 121-005 0121 Truck Driver II G05/S01 Create 121-005 0167 Truck Driver III G07/S01 Create 121-005 0168 Truck Driver III G07/S01 C. 65375 Criminal District Attorney (1100) / DA Investigation HB65 (1223) /DA Bond Forfeiture (1100): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioner's Court approval: Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade/Step Budgeted Salary Delete 080-007 0129 Inventory Specialist III G08/S01 ($33,755.00) Create 080-007 0184 Procurement Specialist G09/S01 $36,455.00 Create 080-002 0146 Administrative Assistant II G06/S02 $29,953.00 Action Dept./Prog. Slot No. Position Title Current Grade/Step Current Budgeted Salary Proposed Grade/Step Proposed Budgeted Salary Discretionary Step Adjustment 080-002 0045 Assistant District Attorney III G17/S01 $53,574.00 G17/S03 $57,580.00 080-007 0170 080-016 0002 $1,488.00 $1,576.00 $12,414.00 $13,126.00 D. 65365 1. Civil Service Commission Rules A. Approval to revise Section 2.33 and Section 3.31 relating to employee probationary periods. B. Approval to revise Section 2.18 relating to positions funded or reimbursed through a grant or through an Inter-local Agreement. C. Approval to revise Section 2.18 relating to the Head or Chief of each County Department (Non-Elected). 2. County Personnel Policy Manual A. Approval to revise Section 4.17 and 4.20 relating to the Head or Chief of each County Department (Non-Elected). B. Approval to revise Section 4.20 relating to positions funded or reimbursed through a grant or through an Inter-local Agreement. C. Approval to revise Section 4.30 relating to Employee Probationary Period. 3. Classification and Compensation Plan A. Approval to revise Section 8.03 relating to Discretionary Steps. B. Approval to revise Section 8.04 relating to Within Grade Step Increase.
Urban County: A. 65101 1. Public Hearing regarding the FY 2018-2019 Hidalgo County Urban County Program’s One Year Action Plan for Program Year (31), and the Five (5) Year Consolidated Plan (2018-2022). 2. Request for approval and submission of the FY 2018-2019 Hidalgo County Program’s One Year Action Plan for Program Year 31, and the Five (5) Year Consolidated Plan (2018-2022). 3. Authorization for County Judge Ramon Garcia to sign any and all documents related to funding. B. 65316 Requesting approval of Second Amendment to Inter-Local Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 and Hidalgo County Urban County Program as it relates to Peñitas Lateral Project. C. 65326 1. Consideration and approval of construction contract change order for the Peñitas Drain Phase I project. Change Order No. 3 will increase the current construction contract with Saenz Construction LLC in the amount of $223,902.00. 2. Consideration and approval to authorize the County Judge to sign any and all documents associated with change orders and/or amendments pertaining to GLO Contract No. 12-406-000-6453. D. 65313 1). Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, when and if applicable, the Urban County Program on behalf of the City of La Joya is requesting approval of a best and final negotiated contract for professional engineering services with Hinojosa Engineering, Inc., in the amount of $20,000.00 utilizing CDBG FY 30 (2017) Street Improvements funds. 2). Approval of Work Authorization No. 1 for Hinojosa Engineering, Inc.,in the amount of $20,000.00. E. 65308 1). Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, when and if applicable, the Urban County Program on behalf of the City of Granjeno is requesting approval of a best and final negotiated contract for professional engineering services with Hinojosa Engineering, Inc., in the amount of $54,450.00 utilizing CDBG FYs 29 & 30 (2016-2017) Granjeno Parks, Recreational Facilities funds and Precinct No. 1 Parks, Recreational Facilities funds. 2). Approval of Work Authorization No. 1 for Hinojosa Engineering, Inc., in the amount of $54,450.00.
Health & Human Services Department: A. 65372 Requesting approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between South Texas College and County of Hidalgo by and through the Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department. The purpose of the Agreement is to have STC provide training on management of public health data. B. 65292 Requesting approval to submit extension request for the Title V Fee-for-Service Prenatal Medical and Dental grant contract. The extension is to run from September 1, 2018 to August 31, 2019 in the amount of $144,029.00. C. 65291 Requesting approval to submit extension request for the Title V Fee-for-Service Child Health and Dental grant contract. The extension is to run from September 1, 2018 to August 31, 2019 and in the amount of $30,535.00. D. Health Care Funding District: 1. 65161 A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for DSRIP, Monitoring and Anchor Payment in the amount to be determined by Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) instructions from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) and General Fund with a IGT transfer date of and settlement date of July 2, 2018 B. 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. C. Approval of 2018 appropriation of funds from the LPPF and General Fund in the amount to be determined by HHSC. 2. 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
Fire Marshal's Office: 65295 Requesting approval disposition of weapons on attached list and approval to remove from inventory in order to use as trade-in for the purchase of new weapons(Req#373748)
Adult Probation: A. 65286 Adult Probation - DWI (1289) March 2018 1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the county auditor for the DWI Grant program income in the amount of $2,564.00. 2. Approval of appropriation of the DWI program income (GPI) in the amount of $2,564.00 April 2018 1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the county auditor for the DWI Grant program income in the amount of $2,588.00. 2. Approval of appropriation of the DWI program income (GPI) in the amount of $2,588.00 May 2018 1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the county auditor for the DWI Grant program income in the amount of $814.00. 2. Approval of appropriation of the DWI program income (GPI) in the amount of $814.00
Community Service Agency: A. 65352 Presentation of the 2018 Community Needs Assessment. B. 65269 Discussion, consideration, and possible action for approval to amend the PY 2017 Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) No. 61170002636 budget as reflected in the amendment, with authorization for Jaime Longoria and Judge Ramon Garcia to sign any and all pertinent documents. C. 65350 Discussion, consideration, and possible action on amendment to the FY 2018 Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) contract No. 58180002784 from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs for program year 2018, with authorization for Judge Ramon Garcia and Jaime Longoria to sign any and all pertinent documents. D. 65351 Discussion, consideration, and possible action on amendment to the FY 2018 Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) contract No. 61180002861 from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs for program year 2018, with authorization for Judge Ramon Garcia and Jaime Longoria to sign any and all pertinent documents.
IT Department: 65324 Authorization and approval to purchase new wireless service through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following: Description: Department: Employee / ID: Service Plan: New activation Public Defenders Jaime Gonzalez / 120227 Mobile Broadband Unl. @ $37.99/mo New activation Commissioner Pct. 1 Alfredo Garza / 156574 Nationwide Unlimited Mins Email&Data Unl + MHS N&W/M2M/MSG Unl. @ $69.99/mo + Taxes/Fees @ $5.00/mo
Head Start Program: A. 65251 1. Requesting Exemption from Competitive Bidding under the Texas Government Code 262.024 for Professional Services to Provide Medical/Dental, Mental Health, Speech Interpreting Services 2. Presentation of Responses Received for the Purpose of Commissioners’ Court Accepting the Providers as “Qualified” in Order to Proceed to the Next Phase of the Procurement Process Negotiating Contracts Medical/Dental RFQ#2018-001-04-20 Nuestra Clinica del Valle, Inc. (Medical/Dental) Dr. Bose, Industrial and Family Medicine, PLLC dba Industrial Health Works Mental Health RFQ#2018-002-04-20 Therapy Express Children’s Rehabilitation Center, LLC Speech Interpreting Services RFQ#2018-003-04-20 Amy Jane Hermansen dba Sign Language Services. 3. Approval for Head Start to Negotiate Contracts (in a form approved by Legal Counsel) for all the Professional Service Providers as Requested through the Hidalgo County Head Start Program’s RFQ for said Services and as Detailed Above Attached Hereto B. 65252 Discussion/Approval for Discussion, Consideration and Approval to Enter into Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Hidalgo County Head Start Program and the Following Two (2) Community Agencies 1. Hidalgo County Health and Human Services 2. Women Together Foundation, Inc./Mujeres Unidas C. 65250 Discussion/Approval of Program Calendars for Program Year 2018-2019
WIC: A. 65211 1. Requesting approval for correction to the Regular Agenda Item #63760 from 02/27/2018 Exhibit A, due to incorrect description of Name of Political Subdivision and asset # to State Property. 2. Requesting approval to correct Name of Political Subdivision Or Assistance Organization on the Certificate Of Acquisition to Hidalgo County and correct State Property # From 467340 to 468274. 3. Requesting approval to accept the Certificate of Acquisition By Political Subdivision or Assistance Organization to Hidalgo County, consisting of Microsoft tablets, Dell latitude laptops, Dell Optiplex desktops as indicated in the Attachment of "Exhibit A" for a total of 184 pieces. B. 65270 WIC Lactation Supp. Center (1292) 1. Requesting approval to accept the Amendment No.3 to Contract No. 2015-047694-002 in the amount of $200,000.00 to increase the total amount of the contract to $655,000.00, for the contract period of September 1, 2018 through August 30,2019 (hereinafter referred to as "Fiscal Year 2019"); 2. Requesting approval for County Judge to DocuSign the Signature Page for Amendment No. 3 DSHS Contract No. 2015-047694-002 3. Requesting for County Judge to DocuSign Fiscal Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA) Certification. 4. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount $200,000.00 as approved by County Auditor. 5. Requesting approval of the Budget Appropriation in the amount of $200,000.00.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores: 65384 Requesting Authorization to submit a Memorandum of Understanding between the National Recreation and Parks Association and Hidalgo County on behalf of the a $30,000 grant awarded to Precinct 3 for enhancements to Katrina Park in Penitas, Texas, with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Palacios: 65342 Requesting approval of partial permit fee refund to Rebeca Valdez in the amount of $75.00.
Budget & Management: A. 65373 Requesting approval for payment of Hidalgo County's share of El Morillo Drain expenses to Rio Grande Regional Water Authority totaling $143,875.79, with authority to County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. B. 65344 Requesting approval for payment of cancellation fees to Hilton Garden Inn - Austin totaling $191.08 for Feb. 11, 2018, with authority to County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. C. Budget Appropriations: 1. 65331 Pct 1 Rd. Maint. (1200): a. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 for reimbursements of labor and equipment. b. Approval of 2018 appropriation in the amount of $96,686.40 to fund road 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. Executive Office 1. 65300 Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 7 in the amount of $ 315,000.00 under "on call" agreement with B2Z Engineering, LLC (C-17-243-09-05) for "engineering services" to provide "Preliminary Design and Construction Phase Services for the County Service Facility", located in Hidalgo County Precinct 4. B. Pct. 1 1. 65359 A. Acceptance and approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Weslaco for the road improvement project to a portion of Mile 10 Westgate (Mile 6) to FM 88 (Mile 5); B. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement in it's desires to assist each other in multiple projects to be defined by mutual agreement in which both the City and the County would benefit from the outcome of the work (the “Work”) by decreasing the cost of services and increasing the quality of life for both the citizens of the County and the City. C. Pct. 4 1. 65380 a. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Agreement # C-16-048-02-03 with L&G Consulting Engineering, Inc. for the purposes of [revising the the project "limits" as requested by TxDOT to extend from Wallace Road East to 10th Street, as identified on location map] for Project Specific: "FM 1925 (from 1,500 feet West of FM 2220 (Ware Road) to 10th Street", located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4. b. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 1in connection to C-16-048-02-03 with L&G Consulting Engineering, Inc. for the purposes of [revising the the project "limits" as requested by TxDOT to extend from Wallace Road East to 10th Street, as identified on location map] and to [Amend Exhibits A, B C, with an increase to Exhibit D-1 in the amount of [$ 501,750.00] from its original amount of $ 681,350.00 totaling $1,183,100.00 ] for Project Specific: "FM 1925 (from 1,500 feet West of FM 2220 (Ware Road) to 10th Street", located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4. c. Pursuant to Article 14 of the "professional engineering services" agreement #C-16-048-02-03 with L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. d/b/a L&G Engineering, is requesting approval to engage the services of SUB-CONTRACTOR (AMA TERRA ENVIRONMENTAL, INC.) with adherence to insurance provisions required by said article; 2. 65343 Acceptance and approval of Change Order #3, due to changes in the Traffic Control Plan (TCP) with a decrease of $21,608.50 Contract #C-17-218-01-16 with Texas Cordia Construction, LLC as reviewed/recommended by project engineer, L & G Engineers, (concurrence by TxDOT) for Project Specific "10th Street Extension (from SH 107 to FM 1925 Monte Cristo Rd)". D. Health & Human Services Dept. 1. 65049 A. Presentation of the scoring grid (from appointed evaluation committee) for the purpose of Commissioner's Court to declare/rank the sole submitted response received from UT-RGV Medical School as "Qualified" in order to proceed to the next phase of the procurement process. B. Authority to negotiate an agreement in connection with "Request for Qualifications for Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department-Substance Abuse Treatment & Primary Care Services for Adolescents"-RFQ 2018-076. E. Sheriff's Office 1. 65309 Pursuant to Tx. Local Government Code, Chapter 791, acceptance and approval of a Memorandum of Understanding between Hidalgo County and Jim Hogg County for the housing of County inmates on an as needed basis. 2. 65306 A. Approval for Hidalgo County Sheriff Office to request temporary credit line increase from the current $40K to $70K. B. Authorization to provide and forward as required by Citibank the County' Financial Statement. 3. 65190 A. Requesting exemption from competitive procurement requirements pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, 262.024(a), (7) (A), an item that can only be obtained from one source; B. Requesting approval of a "Sole Source Declaration" for Montgomery Technology Systems, LLC, (MTS), for the purchase (through the requisition/PO protocol) of the MTS (any needed software upgrades & related equipment, parts and/or components etc.) for the Hidalgo County Adult Detention Facility, including all funding sources, programs & entities, with the declaration to remain in effect unless otherwise revoked by Hidalgo County Commissioner's Court. F. County Clerk 1. 65187 Acceptance and approval to enter into an Interlocal Agreement with the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Vital Statistics Section and Hidalgo County for issuance of Birth Certificates for a five (5) year period to commence on September 01, 2018 and expiring August 31, 2023 with authority for Arturo Guajardo Jr. County Clerk to sign on behalf of the County. 2. 65185 Acceptance and approval of a License Agent Agreement between Hidalgo County and Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD) permitting the County Clerks Office to act as "agent" for TPWD in issuing licenses, endorsements and similar items to individuals (as authorized by TPWD Code Section 12.702, effective September 01, 2018, and expiring August 31, 2023 with option to extend an additional five (5) year period under same rates, terms and conditions. G. Co. Wide 1. 65277 Pursuant to the procurement packet, requesting action to appoint/select the Evaluation Committee Members (for the purpose of scoring and ranking) RFP No. 2018-154-00-00-EMG "Hidalgo County Solid Waste Collection": 1.___________________; 2.___________________; 3.___________________; 4. __________________ ; 5. ___________________; 6. Others _____________________ as opted by HCCC.
Open Forum
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. 65301 Cause #C-1915-18-F; Patricia Love & Celeste Rodriguez v County D. 65333 Claim of Beatriz Sandoval E. 65356 EEOC Charge No. 31C-2018-00896C; Georgina C. Bermudez v Hidalgo County 25. 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)
26. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 65302 Cause #C-1915-18-F; Patricia Love & Celeste Rodriguez v County D. 65334 Claim of Beatriz Sandoval E. 65357 EEOC Charge No. 31C-2018-00896C; Georgina C. Bermudez v Hidalgo County 29. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. 65379 Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement (subject to legal review) with South Texas Infrastructure Group, L.L.C., as it relates to Professional Engineering Services (Plans/Specifications/Estimates (PS&E), Design Surveying) for "RCW Subdivision Drainage Improvements Project (Contract No. C-HCDD1-18-035-06-19). Approved for negotiations by HCDD1 Board of Directors on May 22, 2018 (AI# 64993) 6. 65273 Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 23 & E-4 as it relates to Cesar Chavez Drain Ph II project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents. 7. 65274 Requesting acceptance and approval of drainage easement document from Nowell Borders & Ranell Borders as it relates to the J-14 project. Pending final legal review. 8. 65293 Requesting acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $3,000.00, as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc., in relation to Geotechnical Services to be provided for Roosevelt Roadthrough the awarded "On-Call Professional Geotechnical Services" Agreement No. C-HCDD1-17-033-06-27, (Subject to Legal Review and compliance to Form HB1295) 9. 65296 Requesting acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 2 in the amount of $4,016.00, as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc., in relation to Geotechnical Services to be provided for J-09 Project -Bore Samples between Hoehn Rd and 1/2 Mile W. of Rooth Road, through the awarded "On-Call Professional Geotechnical Services" Agreement No. C-HCDD1-17-033-06-27, (Subject to Legal Review and compliance to Form HB1295) 10. 65297 Requesting acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 2 in the amount of $43,817.00, as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc., in relation to Construction Materials Testing Services to be provided for J-09 Phase III "Roadway, Field & Irrigation Crossings" -from Field Crossing No. 3 to Citrus Road, through the awarded "On-Call Professional Construction Materials Testing Services" Agreement No. C-HCDD1-18-011-02-06, (Subject to Legal Review and compliance to Form HB1295) 11. 65298 Requesting acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 3 in the amount of $14,428.00, as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc., in relation to Construction Materials Testing Services to be provided for J-09 Phase II-(Hoehn Rd.- Big 5 Rd), through the awarded "On-Call Professional Construction Materials Testing Services" Agreement No. C-HCDD1-18-011-02-06, (Subject to Legal Review and compliance to Form HB1295) 12. 65337 Requesting acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No.2 in the amount of $59,956.98, as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC., in relation to Engineering Services to be provided for Pct. 4 - Iowa Road Drainage Improvement Project, through the awarded "On-Call Professional Engineering Services" Agreement No. C-HCDD1-17-051-09-19, (Subject to Legal Review and Compliance to Form HB1295) 13. 65339 Acceptance and approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 5 to the Professional Engineering Services Contract with S & B Infrastructure, LTD, for the Design and Expansion of the Raymondville Drain Outfall System, to extend the termination date until July 31, 2020, pursuant to Article 8 of the contract. 14. 65340 A.) Requesting approval to submit Notice of Intent Form for FEMA Disaster # DR-4332 to the Texas Division of Emergency Management as it relates to the Raymondville Drain Project and approval of any subsequent Notices, Forms and Applications and authority for Drainage District General Manager to execute. B.) Requesting approval to submit Notice of Intent Form for FEMA Disaster # DR-4332 to the Texas Division of Emergency Management as it relates to the Delta Region Water Management Project and approval of any subsequent Notices, Forms and Applications and authority for Drainage District General Manager to execute. 15. 65353 Requesting approval of Second Amendment to Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County and Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 as it relates to Change Order No.2 for Drainage Improvements Project Penitas Drain Phase I. 16. 65354 Requesting approval of Memorandum of Agreement Pursuant to 31 U.S.C. Intergovernmental Cooperation Act Between Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 and the Department of the Army for the provision of technical assistance as it relates to the Raymondville Drain in Hidalgo and Willacy Counties, Texas. 17. 65355 Requesting approval of Waterline Access Agreement Between North Alamo Water Supply Corporation, Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 and the City of Edinburg as it relates to the fire protection Facility for HCDD1 New Administration Facility. 18. 65358 Requesting approval to declare Surplus approximately 235,000 Cubic Yards of Fill Dirt located at "PSJA Lateral (From US 83 to South Main Drain)" in as much as an attempt was made for the sale and removal through RFB# HCDD1-18-030-06-06, advertised for (2) weeks, and No Bids were received. 19. 65368 Requesting acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 4 in the amount of $22,534.86, as submitted by L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., to provide Geotechnical Testing services for the Delta Reservoir Project -Phase 1, through awarded Engineering Services Contract No. C-HCDD1-17-014-06-27 for "Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 - Delta Regional Water Management Project"(Subject to Legal Review and compliance to Form HB1295) 20. 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 21. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 22. Closed Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 23. Open Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 24. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu: 65387 Resolution honoring Sister Norma Pimentel for receiving the University of Notre Dame’s 2018 Laetare Medal — the oldest and most prestigious honor given to American Catholics.
1. 65402 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. 65406 Presentation of Fund Information Report 3. 2018 Intradepartmental Transfers: A. 65385 2018 - Sheriff's Office / Co. Wide Community System (1100) Program (083) B. 65386 2018- Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office (1100) C. 65390 2018 - General Litigation (1100) D. 65389 2018 - County Clerk's (1100) E. 65376 2018 - Tax Office (1100) F. 65377 2018 - Constable Precinct 4 (1100) G. 65378 2018 - Executive Office (1100) H. 65360 2018 - Pct.4 Road Maint (1200) I. 65370 2018 - Pct.4 CRC (1100) J. 65314 2018 - Nuisance Abatement Division (1100) K. 65341 2018 - Constable Pct.5 (1100) L. 65346 2018 - 1115 Waiver DSRIP (1100) M. 65272 2018 - CO 2016 - Pct. 2 Palmer Pavilion (1350) N. 65320 2018 - CC & DC E-Filing (1100) O. 65329 2018 - Human Resources (1100) P. 65335 2018- Public Affairs (1100) Q. 65336 2018 - Facilities Management (1100) R. 65311 2018 - Health & Human Services Dept. / IMM Div Local (1293) S. 65312 2018 - Health & Human Services Dept. / H.D. Adm (1293) T. 65319 2018 - Constable Pct.1 (1100) U. 65287 2018 - Pct. 1 R&B (1200) V. 65283 2018 - Pct. 3 Rd. Maint. (1200) W. 65284 2018 - Health & Human Services Dept./ PHHS (1293) X. 65294 2018 - Fire Marshal (1100) Y. 65290 2018 - 332nd DC (1100) Z. 65234 2018 - 430th DC (1100) 4. 2018 Interdepartmental Transfers: A. 65382 Facilities Management (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency to Facilities Management in the amount of $25,355.00 to fund installation of cabling in various offices. B. 65369 Pct 4 (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from Pct.4 Parks (program 009) to Pct.4 CRC (program 077) in the amount of $2,800.00. C. 65321 CC & DC E-Filing (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from IT Countywide (program #002) to CC & DC E-Filing (program #010) in the amount of $79,740.00 to fund operating expenses in relation to the Odyssey judicial system. 5. Planning Department: A. 65307 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) B. 65305 Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee 1. Sendero Trails Ph. 1 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Elio Botello) (FM 490 & HWY 281) *Reimbursement request: $1,000.00 for installation of 1 OSSF 6. County Treasurer: A. 65367 Hidalgo County Quarterly Investment Report for First Quarter Ending March 31, 2018. 7. Monthly Fee Reports: A. 65215 District Attorney's Office Check Fraud Fees Monthly Report - May 2018 8. Tax Refunds: A. 65282 Account Number Payer Amount F5700.00.000.0044.10 Corelogic $2,742.32 T2100.00.241.0007.07 Circle T Holdings LP $3,594.48 B. 65281 Account Number Payer Amount H4221.99.000.0001.00 HOLT TEXAS LTD $15,929.37 L1810.00.000.0127.00 OVATION SERVICES $3,050.83 L5025.00.000.0215.05 UPPER VALLEY MATERIALS LLC $5,017.52 N3020.3A.000.0002.00 HAMIDEH, LP $4,554.96 T2100.00.279.0016.00 GAUCHOS INVESTMENTS LLC $2,928.81 9. Membership Dues/Certifications: A. 65325 Fire Marshal: Requesing approval for three active membership renewals for International Association of Arson Investigators for Fire Marshal Homero Garza, Chief Deputy Fire Marshal Eric Sanchez, and Deputy Fire Marshal Medardo Villarreal for $135.00 each, totaling to $405.00 for the year, Requisition # 373860. B. 65303 District Attorney (1100): Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCCA) for the following employees: Juan Garza, Leonardo Sanchez and Ricardo Hernandez, in the amount of $170.00 (Requisition #373787), with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor. 10. Headstart: A. 65245 Approval of Monthly Children’s Applications Report for 2018-2019 B. 65246 Approval of Monthly Meals/Snacks Report C. 65248 Approval of Monthly Special Services Report: May 2018 D. 65249 Approval of Monthly Average Daily Attendance (ADA) Report: May 2018 E. 65243 Approval of Monthly Financial Report: May 2018 11. Budget & Management: A. 65328 Non-Agenda Transfers Report and approval of emergency transfers for the period of May 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. 64865 Child Protection Court is requesting approval to enter into a 48 month capital lease agreement with Ricoh, USA, Inc. for a monthly payment of $145.39 through requisition number 00371901. Department REQ# Term Model Monthly Payment Child Protection Court 00371901 48 months MPC4504EX $145.39 B. 65323 Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications/requirements, legal notice, draft lease agreement etc.), as attached hereto for: Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3-"Lease of Land (Approx. 5 acres) for Solid Waste Citizen Collection Site" through project: 2018-170-00-00-SGS including the re-advertisement of project if and when required or necessary.. C. 65268 Authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet for "Expansion of Laboratory and X-Ray Services Network for Hidalgo County Indigent Care Level 2 Pilot Program" with authority to re-advertise in the event no proposals received or recommend rejection of proposals. D. 65275 Authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet for "Online Pharmacy Billing Services" - Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department with authority to re-advertise in the event no proposals are received or recommend rejection of proposals. E. 65267 Authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet for Expansion of Primary Care Provider Network - Hidalgo County Indigent Health Care Level 2 Pilot Program with authority to re-advertise in the event no proposals received or recommend rejection of proposals. F. 65219 PCT #1: Requesting approval to enter into a 48 month capital lease agreement with Ricoh USA/ GE Ricoh through State of Texas cooperative contract DIR-TSO-3041. G. 65220 Acceptance and approval to exercise the County's option to extend the final one (1) year renewal allowed in contract C-14-286-10-28 under the same rates, terms and conditions with Kofile Systems, Inc.for the provision of "Records Management & Document Imaging Process" for County Clerks with compliance to HB 1295. H. 65227 Requesting approval to exercise the County's option to renew/extend for an additional one (1) year extensions as provided in the current contracts for the "Pipes & Related Miscellaneous Items" for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms and conditions with the following contracted vendors: 1. E-18-090-06-19-Rio Valley Pipe; 3. E-18-090B-06-19-Act Pipe & Supply; 5. E-18-090D-06-19-Agua Works Pipe, Subject to Signed Renewal Extension Notice; I. 65096 Approval to exercise the County's option to extend the first (1) of two (2) year terms under contracts: 1. #C-17-063A-07-25 with Rene Lucio dba R & R Distributing; 2. #C-17-063B-07-25 with Bob Barker Company, Inc.; and, 3. #17-063C-07-25 with ICS Jail Supplies, Inc. for "Commissary Supplies for the Hidalgo County Adult Detention Facility Commissary" on an as-needed basis, for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office under the same rates, terms & conditions. J. 65136 Approval to exercise the eighth (8th) of nine (9) extensions possible as provided in original contract #C-10-043-08-03 for "Lease of Tower Space - Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office - La Joya Tower Site under the same terms and conditions effective August 3, 2018, through August 2, 2019. K. 65214 Requesting approval to enter into a 48 month capital lease agreement with Ricoh USA/ GE Ricoh through State of Texas cooperative contract DIR-TSO-3041.
H. 65227 Requesting approval to exercise the County's option to renew/extend for an additional one (1) year extensions as provided in the current contracts for the "Pipes & Related Miscellaneous Items" for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms and conditions with the following contracted vendors: 2. E-18-090A-06-19-Core & Main, LP; 4. E-18-090C-06-19-Ferguson Waterworks, Subject to HB 1295 & Signed Renewal Extension Notice; 6. E-18-091-06-19 Contech Engineered Solutions, LLC "Pipes & Related Miscellaneous Items-Round 2" - For an additional (One) 1 year period: Subject to HB 1295 & Renewal Extension Notice.
County Clerk's Office - Arturo Guajardo, Jr.: 65231 Presentation, discussion and update on the relocation of the County Clerk's Vitals and Records Management departments from the Hidalgo County Courthouse, 100 N. Closner, Edinburg, TX, to the Records Facility Building located on 317 N. Closner, Edinburg, TX,
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. 65289 Presentation of the monthly report by program manager, Jacobs, Inc., of the Construction of the New Hidalgo County Courthouse C. 65371 1. Discussion, consideration and action to approve the Interlocal Agreement for Cost Sharing of Wage Rate Study between Hidalgo County and South Texas College. 2. Discussion consideration and action to adopt South Texas College's wage study which determines prevailing wage rates for all County public works projects in accordance with the Interlocal Agreement with South Texas College and pursuant to the authority granted under Texas Government Code Sec. 2258.022(a)(1). D. 65318 Nuisance Abatement Division: Requesting authorization and approval to purchase promotional items under "Public Purpose" pursuant to the Tex. Const. Art. 3 Sec. 52. E. 65381 1. Requesting approval to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to sign TCEQ application to contribute penalty from proposed Agreed Order, Case No. 55486, Docket No. 2017-1771-WQ-E, to third party Supplemental Environment Project Administrator. 2. Requesting approval to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to sign proposed Agreed Order, Case No. 53322, Docket No. 2016-1986-MLM-E, regarding the Pct. 1 Monte Alto Collection Site.
District Clerk - Laura Hinojosa: 65196 Review and acknowledgement of Agreement between the Office of Court Administration (OCA) and the District Clerk that allows the OCA to provide the eService File for the Clerk's use, which contains all attorney email addresses designated for electronic service (dissemination of notices and other court-related information/correspondence).
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. 65289 Presentation of the monthly report by program manager, Jacobs, Inc., of the Construction of the New Hidalgo County Courthouse C. 65371 1. Discussion, consideration and action to approve the Interlocal Agreement for Cost Sharing of Wage Rate Study between Hidalgo County and South Texas College. 2. Discussion consideration and action to adopt South Texas College's wage study which determines prevailing wage rates for all County public works projects in accordance with the Interlocal Agreement with South Texas College and pursuant to the authority granted under Texas Government Code Sec. 2258.022(a)(1). D. 65318 Nuisance Abatement Division: Requesting authorization and approval to purchase promotional items under "Public Purpose" pursuant to the Tex. Const. Art. 3 Sec. 52. E. 65381 1. Requesting approval to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to sign TCEQ application to contribute penalty from proposed Agreed Order, Case No. 55486, Docket No. 2017-1771-WQ-E, to third party Supplemental Environment Project Administrator. 2. Requesting approval to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to sign proposed Agreed Order, Case No. 53322, Docket No. 2016-1986-MLM-E, regarding the Pct. 1 Monte Alto Collection Site.
Master Court #2: 65349 Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Christopher Villarreal as Student Intern in Master Court #2 for the period of June 11, 2018 - August 15, 2018.
Human Resources: A. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (if applicable) for personnel items listed B. 65330 Pct. 1 Road Maintenance (1200): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period of 06/25/2018: Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade/Step Delete 121-005 0044 Truck Driver II G05/S01 Delete 121-005 0121 Truck Driver II G05/S01 Create 121-005 0167 Truck Driver III G07/S01 Create 121-005 0168 Truck Driver III G07/S01 C. 65375 Criminal District Attorney (1100) / DA Investigation HB65 (1223) /DA Bond Forfeiture (1100): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioner's Court approval: Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade/Step Budgeted Salary Delete 080-007 0129 Inventory Specialist III G08/S01 ($33,755.00) Create 080-007 0184 Procurement Specialist G09/S01 $36,455.00 Create 080-002 0146 Administrative Assistant II G06/S02 $29,953.00 Action Dept./Prog. Slot No. Position Title Current Grade/Step Current Budgeted Salary Proposed Grade/Step Proposed Budgeted Salary Discretionary Step Adjustment 080-002 0045 Assistant District Attorney III G17/S01 $53,574.00 G17/S03 $57,580.00 080-007 0170 080-016 0002 $1,488.00 $1,576.00 $12,414.00 $13,126.00 D. 65365 1. Civil Service Commission Rules A. Approval to revise Section 2.33 and Section 3.31 relating to employee probationary periods. B. Approval to revise Section 2.18 relating to positions funded or reimbursed through a grant or through an Inter-local Agreement. C. Approval to revise Section 2.18 relating to the Head or Chief of each County Department (Non-Elected). 2. County Personnel Policy Manual A. Approval to revise Section 4.17 and 4.20 relating to the Head or Chief of each County Department (Non-Elected). B. Approval to revise Section 4.20 relating to positions funded or reimbursed through a grant or through an Inter-local Agreement. C. Approval to revise Section 4.30 relating to Employee Probationary Period. 3. Classification and Compensation Plan A. Approval to revise Section 8.03 relating to Discretionary Steps. B. Approval to revise Section 8.04 relating to Within Grade Step Increase.
Urban County: A. 65101 1. Public Hearing regarding the FY 2018-2019 Hidalgo County Urban County Program’s One Year Action Plan for Program Year (31), and the Five (5) Year Consolidated Plan (2018-2022). 2. Request for approval and submission of the FY 2018-2019 Hidalgo County Program’s One Year Action Plan for Program Year 31, and the Five (5) Year Consolidated Plan (2018-2022). 3. Authorization for County Judge Ramon Garcia to sign any and all documents related to funding. B. 65316 Requesting approval of Second Amendment to Inter-Local Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 and Hidalgo County Urban County Program as it relates to Peñitas Lateral Project. C. 65326 1. Consideration and approval of construction contract change order for the Peñitas Drain Phase I project. Change Order No. 3 will increase the current construction contract with Saenz Construction LLC in the amount of $223,902.00. 2. Consideration and approval to authorize the County Judge to sign any and all documents associated with change orders and/or amendments pertaining to GLO Contract No. 12-406-000-6453. D. 65313 1). Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, when and if applicable, the Urban County Program on behalf of the City of La Joya is requesting approval of a best and final negotiated contract for professional engineering services with Hinojosa Engineering, Inc., in the amount of $20,000.00 utilizing CDBG FY 30 (2017) Street Improvements funds. 2). Approval of Work Authorization No. 1 for Hinojosa Engineering, Inc.,in the amount of $20,000.00. E. 65308 1). Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, when and if applicable, the Urban County Program on behalf of the City of Granjeno is requesting approval of a best and final negotiated contract for professional engineering services with Hinojosa Engineering, Inc., in the amount of $54,450.00 utilizing CDBG FYs 29 & 30 (2016-2017) Granjeno Parks, Recreational Facilities funds and Precinct No. 1 Parks, Recreational Facilities funds. 2). Approval of Work Authorization No. 1 for Hinojosa Engineering, Inc., in the amount of $54,450.00.
Health & Human Services Department: A. 65372 Requesting approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between South Texas College and County of Hidalgo by and through the Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department. The purpose of the Agreement is to have STC provide training on management of public health data. B. 65292 Requesting approval to submit extension request for the Title V Fee-for-Service Prenatal Medical and Dental grant contract. The extension is to run from September 1, 2018 to August 31, 2019 in the amount of $144,029.00. C. 65291 Requesting approval to submit extension request for the Title V Fee-for-Service Child Health and Dental grant contract. The extension is to run from September 1, 2018 to August 31, 2019 and in the amount of $30,535.00. D. Health Care Funding District: 1. 65161 A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for DSRIP, Monitoring and Anchor Payment in the amount to be determined by Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) instructions from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) and General Fund with a IGT transfer date of and settlement date of July 2, 2018 B. 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. C. Approval of 2018 appropriation of funds from the LPPF and General Fund in the amount to be determined by HHSC. 2. 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
Fire Marshal's Office: 65295 Requesting approval disposition of weapons on attached list and approval to remove from inventory in order to use as trade-in for the purchase of new weapons(Req#373748)
Adult Probation: A. 65286 Adult Probation - DWI (1289) March 2018 1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the county auditor for the DWI Grant program income in the amount of $2,564.00. 2. Approval of appropriation of the DWI program income (GPI) in the amount of $2,564.00 April 2018 1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the county auditor for the DWI Grant program income in the amount of $2,588.00. 2. Approval of appropriation of the DWI program income (GPI) in the amount of $2,588.00 May 2018 1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the county auditor for the DWI Grant program income in the amount of $814.00. 2. Approval of appropriation of the DWI program income (GPI) in the amount of $814.00
Community Service Agency: A. 65352 Presentation of the 2018 Community Needs Assessment. B. 65269 Discussion, consideration, and possible action for approval to amend the PY 2017 Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) No. 61170002636 budget as reflected in the amendment, with authorization for Jaime Longoria and Judge Ramon Garcia to sign any and all pertinent documents. C. 65350 Discussion, consideration, and possible action on amendment to the FY 2018 Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) contract No. 58180002784 from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs for program year 2018, with authorization for Judge Ramon Garcia and Jaime Longoria to sign any and all pertinent documents. D. 65351 Discussion, consideration, and possible action on amendment to the FY 2018 Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) contract No. 61180002861 from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs for program year 2018, with authorization for Judge Ramon Garcia and Jaime Longoria to sign any and all pertinent documents.
IT Department: 65324 Authorization and approval to purchase new wireless service through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following: Description: Department: Employee / ID: Service Plan: New activation Public Defenders Jaime Gonzalez / 120227 Mobile Broadband Unl. @ $37.99/mo New activation Commissioner Pct. 1 Alfredo Garza / 156574 Nationwide Unlimited Mins Email&Data Unl + MHS N&W/M2M/MSG Unl. @ $69.99/mo + Taxes/Fees @ $5.00/mo
Head Start Program: A. 65251 1. Requesting Exemption from Competitive Bidding under the Texas Government Code 262.024 for Professional Services to Provide Medical/Dental, Mental Health, Speech Interpreting Services 2. Presentation of Responses Received for the Purpose of Commissioners’ Court Accepting the Providers as “Qualified” in Order to Proceed to the Next Phase of the Procurement Process Negotiating Contracts Medical/Dental RFQ#2018-001-04-20 Nuestra Clinica del Valle, Inc. (Medical/Dental) Dr. Bose, Industrial and Family Medicine, PLLC dba Industrial Health Works Mental Health RFQ#2018-002-04-20 Therapy Express Children’s Rehabilitation Center, LLC Speech Interpreting Services RFQ#2018-003-04-20 Amy Jane Hermansen dba Sign Language Services. 3. Approval for Head Start to Negotiate Contracts (in a form approved by Legal Counsel) for all the Professional Service Providers as Requested through the Hidalgo County Head Start Program’s RFQ for said Services and as Detailed Above Attached Hereto B. 65252 Discussion/Approval for Discussion, Consideration and Approval to Enter into Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Hidalgo County Head Start Program and the Following Two (2) Community Agencies 1. Hidalgo County Health and Human Services 2. Women Together Foundation, Inc./Mujeres Unidas C. 65250 Discussion/Approval of Program Calendars for Program Year 2018-2019
WIC: A. 65211 1. Requesting approval for correction to the Regular Agenda Item #63760 from 02/27/2018 Exhibit A, due to incorrect description of Name of Political Subdivision and asset # to State Property. 2. Requesting approval to correct Name of Political Subdivision Or Assistance Organization on the Certificate Of Acquisition to Hidalgo County and correct State Property # From 467340 to 468274. 3. Requesting approval to accept the Certificate of Acquisition By Political Subdivision or Assistance Organization to Hidalgo County, consisting of Microsoft tablets, Dell latitude laptops, Dell Optiplex desktops as indicated in the Attachment of "Exhibit A" for a total of 184 pieces. B. 65270 WIC Lactation Supp. Center (1292) 1. Requesting approval to accept the Amendment No.3 to Contract No. 2015-047694-002 in the amount of $200,000.00 to increase the total amount of the contract to $655,000.00, for the contract period of September 1, 2018 through August 30,2019 (hereinafter referred to as "Fiscal Year 2019"); 2. Requesting approval for County Judge to DocuSign the Signature Page for Amendment No. 3 DSHS Contract No. 2015-047694-002 3. Requesting for County Judge to DocuSign Fiscal Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA) Certification. 4. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount $200,000.00 as approved by County Auditor. 5. Requesting approval of the Budget Appropriation in the amount of $200,000.00.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores: 65384 Requesting Authorization to submit a Memorandum of Understanding between the National Recreation and Parks Association and Hidalgo County on behalf of the a $30,000 grant awarded to Precinct 3 for enhancements to Katrina Park in Penitas, Texas, with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Palacios: 65342 Requesting approval of partial permit fee refund to Rebeca Valdez in the amount of $75.00.
Budget & Management: A. 65373 Requesting approval for payment of Hidalgo County's share of El Morillo Drain expenses to Rio Grande Regional Water Authority totaling $143,875.79, with authority to County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. B. 65344 Requesting approval for payment of cancellation fees to Hilton Garden Inn - Austin totaling $191.08 for Feb. 11, 2018, with authority to County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. C. Budget Appropriations: 1. 65331 Pct 1 Rd. Maint. (1200): a. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 for reimbursements of labor and equipment. b. Approval of 2018 appropriation in the amount of $96,686.40 to fund road 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. Executive Office 1. 65300 Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 7 in the amount of $ 315,000.00 under "on call" agreement with B2Z Engineering, LLC (C-17-243-09-05) for "engineering services" to provide "Preliminary Design and Construction Phase Services for the County Service Facility", located in Hidalgo County Precinct 4. B. Pct. 1 1. 65359 A. Acceptance and approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Weslaco for the road improvement project to a portion of Mile 10 Westgate (Mile 6) to FM 88 (Mile 5); B. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement in it's desires to assist each other in multiple projects to be defined by mutual agreement in which both the City and the County would benefit from the outcome of the work (the “Work”) by decreasing the cost of services and increasing the quality of life for both the citizens of the County and the City. C. Pct. 4 1. 65380 a. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Agreement # C-16-048-02-03 with L&G Consulting Engineering, Inc. for the purposes of [revising the the project "limits" as requested by TxDOT to extend from Wallace Road East to 10th Street, as identified on location map] for Project Specific: "FM 1925 (from 1,500 feet West of FM 2220 (Ware Road) to 10th Street", located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4. b. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 1in connection to C-16-048-02-03 with L&G Consulting Engineering, Inc. for the purposes of [revising the the project "limits" as requested by TxDOT to extend from Wallace Road East to 10th Street, as identified on location map] and to [Amend Exhibits A, B C, with an increase to Exhibit D-1 in the amount of [$ 501,750.00] from its original amount of $ 681,350.00 totaling $1,183,100.00 ] for Project Specific: "FM 1925 (from 1,500 feet West of FM 2220 (Ware Road) to 10th Street", located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4. c. Pursuant to Article 14 of the "professional engineering services" agreement #C-16-048-02-03 with L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. d/b/a L&G Engineering, is requesting approval to engage the services of SUB-CONTRACTOR (AMA TERRA ENVIRONMENTAL, INC.) with adherence to insurance provisions required by said article; 2. 65343 Acceptance and approval of Change Order #3, due to changes in the Traffic Control Plan (TCP) with a decrease of $21,608.50 Contract #C-17-218-01-16 with Texas Cordia Construction, LLC as reviewed/recommended by project engineer, L & G Engineers, (concurrence by TxDOT) for Project Specific "10th Street Extension (from SH 107 to FM 1925 Monte Cristo Rd)". D. Health & Human Services Dept. 1. 65049 A. Presentation of the scoring grid (from appointed evaluation committee) for the purpose of Commissioner's Court to declare/rank the sole submitted response received from UT-RGV Medical School as "Qualified" in order to proceed to the next phase of the procurement process. B. Authority to negotiate an agreement in connection with "Request for Qualifications for Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department-Substance Abuse Treatment & Primary Care Services for Adolescents"-RFQ 2018-076. E. Sheriff's Office 1. 65309 Pursuant to Tx. Local Government Code, Chapter 791, acceptance and approval of a Memorandum of Understanding between Hidalgo County and Jim Hogg County for the housing of County inmates on an as needed basis. 2. 65306 A. Approval for Hidalgo County Sheriff Office to request temporary credit line increase from the current $40K to $70K. B. Authorization to provide and forward as required by Citibank the County' Financial Statement. 3. 65190 A. Requesting exemption from competitive procurement requirements pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, 262.024(a), (7) (A), an item that can only be obtained from one source; B. Requesting approval of a "Sole Source Declaration" for Montgomery Technology Systems, LLC, (MTS), for the purchase (through the requisition/PO protocol) of the MTS (any needed software upgrades & related equipment, parts and/or components etc.) for the Hidalgo County Adult Detention Facility, including all funding sources, programs & entities, with the declaration to remain in effect unless otherwise revoked by Hidalgo County Commissioner's Court. F. County Clerk 1. 65187 Acceptance and approval to enter into an Interlocal Agreement with the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Vital Statistics Section and Hidalgo County for issuance of Birth Certificates for a five (5) year period to commence on September 01, 2018 and expiring August 31, 2023 with authority for Arturo Guajardo Jr. County Clerk to sign on behalf of the County. 2. 65185 Acceptance and approval of a License Agent Agreement between Hidalgo County and Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD) permitting the County Clerks Office to act as "agent" for TPWD in issuing licenses, endorsements and similar items to individuals (as authorized by TPWD Code Section 12.702, effective September 01, 2018, and expiring August 31, 2023 with option to extend an additional five (5) year period under same rates, terms and conditions. G. Co. Wide 1. 65277 Pursuant to the procurement packet, requesting action to appoint/select the Evaluation Committee Members (for the purpose of scoring and ranking) RFP No. 2018-154-00-00-EMG "Hidalgo County Solid Waste Collection": 1.___________________; 2.___________________; 3.___________________; 4. __________________ ; 5. ___________________; 6. Others _____________________ as opted by HCCC.
Open Forum
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. 65301 Cause #C-1915-18-F; Patricia Love & Celeste Rodriguez v County D. 65333 Claim of Beatriz Sandoval E. 65356 EEOC Charge No. 31C-2018-00896C; Georgina C. Bermudez v Hidalgo County 25. 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)
26. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 65302 Cause #C-1915-18-F; Patricia Love & Celeste Rodriguez v County D. 65334 Claim of Beatriz Sandoval E. 65357 EEOC Charge No. 31C-2018-00896C; Georgina C. Bermudez v Hidalgo County 29. Adjourn