1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. 67497 Approval of 2018 Tax Roll Totals for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 6. 67473 Approval of revised Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Uniform Policy 7. 67437 CIP 133-2012 Bonds Bdgt: 300-J09 Drain A. Application for payment No. 2 in the amount of $124,278.30 from Rigney Construction, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-18-015-03-28-J09 Drain Improvements Phase 2-Roadway & Field Crossings. Project Engineer: Robert Fina, P.E.-Tedsi Infrastructure Group PO#634435 8. 67472 Requesting acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 4 in the amount of $267,518.96, as submitted by project engineer B2Z Engineering, LLC, in relation to professional engineering services for "Site Specific Analysis, Mapping and Photogrammetry for Precinct No. 3", through awarded Contract No. C-HCDD1-17-037-06-27 for "Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 -Phase I Drainage Study" (Subject to Legal Review and compliance to Form HB1295) 9. 67475 Requesting approval of Work Authorization No.3 to Agreement No. C-HCDD1-18-004-02-06 with L&G Engineering in the amount of $44,010.92 as it relates to Engineering Services to provide Field Surveys for outfalls for Weslaco North Lateral, Ditch 350, 47, 7V, 17B2A1AEXT and 7T Drainage Area Improvements. 10. 67489 Requesting approval of Third Amendment to Interlocal Cooperation Agreement dated December 5, 2017 by and between Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 and Hidalgo County Urban County Program as it relates to Change Order No.6 in the amount of $76,967.00 for Penitas Drain Project Phase II. 11. 67534 Requesting acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 3 in the amount of $44,010.92, as submitted by L&G Engineering, in relation to professional Engineering Services to provide Field Surveys for Design and Construction of Outfalls, and Management/Coordination of Sub-Surface Utility Engineering for Outfalls, through awarded Contract No. C-HCDD1-18-004-02-06 "Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 - Weslaco North Lateral, Ditch 350, 47, 7V, 17B2A1AEXT and 7T Drainage Area Improvements (Subject to Legal Review and compliance to Form HB1295) 12. 67544 A.) Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Surveying Services. B.) Presentation of scoring grid of two (2) sets of firms graded through the District's "Pool" of pre-qualified Professional Surveyors for the purpose of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors in connection with On-Call Professional Surveying Services required for Hidalgo County Drainage District Projects on an as needed basis. SET 1 (C-HCDD1-18-062-__-__) FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK: TEDSI Infrastructure 91 Southpoint Surveying Company 90 R.O.W. Surveying Services, LLC 94 SET 2 (C-HCDD1-18-063-__-__) FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK: Quintanilla, Headley and Associates, Inc. 96 SAMES, Inc. 94 R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation 93 C.) Pursuant to the Boards approval, requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate Professional Surveying Services Agreements with each of the number one (1) ranked firms presented: (set 1) ________________________, and(set 2)__________________________ for the provisions of On-Call Professional Surveying Services for Hidalgo County Drainage District Projects (on as needed basis) 13. 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 or contemplated litigation; a settlement offer; and/or a matter in which the duty of the attorney to the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. 14. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 15. Closed Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 16. Open Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 17. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
1. 67562 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. 67561 Presentation of Fund Information Report 3. 2018 Intradepartmental Transfers: A. 67536 2018 Public Affairs (1100) B. 67528 2018 - CRIM DA (1100) C. 67535 2018 - Jail (1100) D. 67513 2018 - JP PCT. 2, PL 2 (1100) E. 67514 2018 - 370TH District Court (1100) F. 67526 2018 - CO COMM (1100) G. 67509 2018 - 430TH DISTRICT COURT (1100) H. 67498 2018 - Pct. 1 Road Maint. (1200) I. 67450 2018 - Pct 2 Rd Maint (1200) J. 67449 2018 - Pct 2 Sanitation (1100) K. 67451 2018 - Pct. 3 Sanitation (1100) L. 67517 2018 - Pct.4 Road Maint (1200) M. 67418 2018 - Pct.4 CRC Memorial (1100) N. 67447 2018 - JP5-1 (1100) O. 67456 2018 - D.A. CJD VAP (1281) P. 67448 2018 - Purchasing (1100) Q. 67466 2018-J.P. Pct 4 Pl 1 (1100) R. 67474 2018 Justice Court Tech (1242) S. 67476 2018 - General Litigation (1100) T. 67485 2018 - Tax Office (1100) U. 67486 2018 - County Treasurer (1100) V. 67496 2018 - Information Technology (1100) W. 67499 2018 - Fire Marshal (1100) X. 67501 2018 - Human Resources (1100) Y. 67439 2018 - Constable Precinct 4 (1100) Z. 67469 2018 - Sheriff's Federal Sharing - U.S. Justice (1229) AA. 67426 2018 - Health & Human Services Dept. / H.D. Adm (1100) 4. 2018 Interdepartmental Transfers: A. 67547 CW Mech Shop Facility Prj (1350): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from Various CO2016-Pct 2 Project to CO2016-CW Mech Shop Facility Project in the amount of $22,061.03 to fund project expenditures. B. 67525 County Clerk/Facilities Mgmt Co Wide (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from County Clerk to Facilities Mgmt Co Wide in the amount of $630.00 for refrigerator purchase. C. 67538 CW Mech Shop (1200): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from CW Adm-Contingency to CW Mech Shop in the total amount of $7,340.13. D. 67518 Elections (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from Co.wide Adm-Contingency to Elections in the amount of $36,400.00 to fund anticipated expenditures. E. 67484 Easter Seals RGV (1100): Requesting approval of interdepartmental transfer in the amount of $5,000.00 from Mental Health Trials Acct. to Easter Seals RGV Acct. to fund electricity expenses through the remainder of the year. F. 67416 Appraisal Fees (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from Co.wide Adm-Contingency to Appraisal Fees in the amount of $40,497.00 to fund anticipated 4th quarter payment. G. 67442 PCT 1. Sanitation (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from Co Wide Admin to Pct. 1 Sanitation to fund pending invoices in the amount of $2,900.00 H. 67520 Pct. 4 Parks (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from Pct.4 Endowment (program 186) to Pct.4 Parks (program 009) in the amount of $1,300.00. I. 67417 Pct. 4 (1100): Acceptance of interdepartmental transfer from Pct.4 Endowment (program 186) to Pct.4 Parks (program 009) in the amount of $313.20. 5. Planning Department: A. 67452 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. 67542 1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee a. Aria Ranches Subdivision - Pct. 4 (Richard A. Garza) (Canton Road & Alamo Road) *Reimbursement request: $1,500.00 for installation of 1 OSSF b. Los Venados Ph. V Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Richard A. Garza) (Hwy 281 & FM 186) *Reimbursement request: $2,550.00 for installation of 3 OSSF’s c. MGM Platinum Ranches Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Richard A. Garza) (Curry Road & Alamo Road) *Reimbursement request: $25,500.00 for installation of 17 OSSF’s d. Mirage Ranches Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Richard A. Garza) (Curry Road & Val Verde Road) *Reimbursement request: $1,500.00 for installation of 1 OSSF e.Terry Vegas Ranches Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Richard A. Garza) (Terry Road & Benito A. Ramirez Road) *Reimbursement request: $1,500.00 for installation of 1 OSSF f. Wynn Ranches Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Richard A. Garza) (Alberta Road & Val Verde Road) *Reimbursement request: $1,000.00 for installation of 1 OSSF 6. Membership Dues/Certifications: A. 67457 Sheriff Department: Requesting approval to pay 2018 membership dues to Texas Jail Association for Captain Belinda G. Madrigal and Chief Roy A. Quintanilha in the amount of $30.00 each (requisition no.382043) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. B. 67432 Pct. 4 (1200): Requesting approval to pay membership dues for International Right of Way Association in the amount of $225.00 (Req. #381691) for Jose Alejandro Ochoa, with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are competed by County Auditor. 7. Urban County: A. 67430 Requesting approval of one (1) applicant in the Countywide area under the Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program B. 67454 Requesting approval of one (1) applicant in the Countywide area under the Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program. C. 67356 Requesting approval of one (1) applicant in the Countywide area under the Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program. 8. Budget & Management: A. 67506 Self-Insured (2202): Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of October 16-31, 2018 in the amount of $35,713.22 and requesting approval of wire transfer. B. Interfund transfers: 1. 67540 TXDOT Pct 1 US83 Illumination (1315): Approval of 2018 interfund transfer in the amount of $4,800.00 from Pct 1 R&B (Fund 1200) into TXDOT Pct 1 US83 Illumination (Fund 1315) to fund anticipated expenditures. 2. 67493 TxDOT Pct 2 Regional Park Prj (1315): Approval of 2018 interfund transfer from CO2016-Pct 2 Lopezville Park (fund 1350) to TxDOT Pct 2 Regional Park Prj (fund 1315) in the amount of $12,886.84 to fund project expenditures. 9. 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. 67347 Requesting approval of Application for Payment No. 11 in the amount of $77,197.20 to NM Contracting, LLC. for the, "Hidalgo County County Wide Service Shop Project", through Contract# C-17-027-07-25, and as certified for payment by project architect, The Warren Group Architects, Inc. B. 67537 Approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by contracted/project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers Inc.: Invoice No. Date Project Amount PO No. 11327250 10-31-18 Veterans Blvd. $77,000.00 772041 11327211 10-31-18 Mile 3 WA #6 $34,809.30 784305 11327216 10-31-18 Mile 3 Section II- WA #5 $5,675.00 773904 11327228 10-31-18 Mile 3 Project WA #4 $36,732.50 771660 11327234 10-31-18 FM 494 Shary Rd. WA #4 $23,600.00 779844 11327227 10-31-18 FM 494 Shary Rd. WA #3 $11,865.00 772303 11327232 10-31-18 Liberty Road Project WA #4 $3,000.00 735736 11327249 10-31-18 Liberty Road Project WA #3 $47,540.00 735526 11327215 10-31-18 La Homa ROW WA #1 $5,400.00 671613 C. 67515 Approval fo the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by contracted/project engineers, L&G Consulting Engineer, Inc. and B2Z Engineering: Invoice No. Date Project Amount P.O. No. 40051 11/01/2018 Mile 17 Road $46,745.49 781241 40050 11/01/2018 Mile 17 1/2 (Russell Road) $22,114.26 781240 40049 11/01/2018 Tex-Mex Road $61,789.61 779385 40048 1101/2018 Seminary Road $49,681.16 779383 11327218 10/31/2018 10th St. Extension $118,119.86 700265 11327224 10/31/2018 FM1925 WA#2 (10th to McColl) $137,032.82 785986 11327223 10/31/2018 FM1925 Alamo Rd to Sharp Rd $156,137.03 785987 11327225 10/31/2018 FM 1925 WA#1 1,500' W of FM2220 $33,005.00 739761 40047 11/01/2018 Memorial Park WA#5 $5,736.43 767241 D. 67508 PCT. #1: Requesting approval to pay invoice # 11327251 in the amount of $65,453.58 for Mile 6 Project (M11-SH107) - WA#1, as submitted by contracted project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. E. 67510 PCT. #1: Requesting approval to pay invoice #11327235 in the amount of $30,514.70 in connection to Mile 6 Project - WA#2, as submitted by contracted project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. F. 67511 PCT. #1: Requesting approval to pay invoice # 11327229 in the amount of $12,870.92 for engineering services rendered in connection with Mile 6 Project - WA#1, as submitted by contracted project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. G. 67512 Pct. #1 is requesting acceptance & approval of invoice 11327212 in the amount of $675.00 for FM 493 South project- WA#1, as submitted by contracted project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. H. 67507 PCT. #1: Requesting approval to pay invoice # 11327252 in the amount of $73,381.80 for FM 1015 Project - WA#1, as submitted by contracted project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. I. 67461 BCAP / Pct. 3 Requesting acceptance and approval of Application for Payment No.1 in the amount of $62,512.20 for RDH Site & Concrete LLC contracted vendor for El Flaco Chiquito Subdivision (Pct. 3) as submitted by project engineer Javier Hinojosa Engineering (C-CAP-18-168-07-03). J. 67487 Executive Office - Traffic Engineering: Acceptance and approval of the following invoice for representation at HCMPO Policy Meetings & HCMPO Technical Meetings with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor: Vendor Invoice Date Invoice # Amount PO L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. 10/31/18 11327238 $12,577.44 775957 K. 67362 1. Requesting authority to exercise the final one (1) year Renewal/Extension, as provided/stated in the current multiple contract agreements, under the same rates, terms, and conditions, for the purpose of "Janitorial and Industrial Chemicals and Supplies", commencing: 01/01/19 - 12/31/19. 2. Contracts: E-18-260-11-06 - Gulf Coast Paper Co. Inc. E-18-260A-11-06 - CC Distributors, Inc. E-18-260B-11-06 - Unipak, Corp. L. 67381 Approval to exercise the fourth/4th [of five (5) extensions possible] with Tropical Texas Behavioral Health [Center], MHMR as provided in the original contract #C-13-356-12-20 for "Screening Assessments and Psychiatric Evaluation of Inmates Incarcerated at the County Jail" for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office under the same terms and conditions. M. 67359 Approval of the addition of fuel cards/users including, but not limited to, the following: 1. Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office - Fuel Cards/Users 2. Hidalgo County Adult Probation Department- Fuel Card Users
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-67495 1. Approval to accept settlement check from Texas Municipal League (TML) in the amount of $2,420.00 to settle auto claim with County vehicle. (Precinct 4) 2. Approval to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to sign Property Damage Release form to settle auto claim with Texas Municipal League (TML). (Precinct 4) C. AI-66701 Request by Region One Education Service Center for the use of the Hidalgo County Courthouse for 2019 Mock Trial Competition to be held on Saturday, January 19, 2019 and Monday, January 21, 2019 (evening) D. AI-67400 Resolution opposing the militarization of the U.S. Mexico Border.
County Judge's Office: A. AI-67502 Resolution in honor of Juan R. Partida, presiding judge of the 275th District Court for 32 years of service. B. AI-67398 Resolution in honor of Jose L. Cazares, Jr. for being awarded Texas Dentist of the Year; the first dentist from the Rio Grande Valley to receive this prestigious award. C. AI-67480 Proclamation declaring November 14, 2018 as World Diabetes Day to raise awareness of the disease. D. AI-67478 Introduction of new Food Bank RGV CEO Ron Meijerink.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Palacios: A. AI-67458 Presentation of recognition on behalf of LUPE (La Union del Pueblo Entero)
Elections Administration: A. AI-67470 Discussion on Elections Updates B. AI-67524 Approval of the 2018 November General Elections Service Contract between Hidalgo County and Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 for their election to be held on November 6, 2018.
County Judge's Office: A. AI-67502 Resolution in honor of Juan R. Partida, presiding judge of the 275th District Court for 32 years of service. B. AI-67398 Resolution in honor of Jose L. Cazares, Jr. for being awarded Texas Dentist of the Year; the first dentist from the Rio Grande Valley to receive this prestigious award. C. AI-67480 Proclamation declaring November 14, 2018 as World Diabetes Day to raise awareness of the disease. D. AI-67478 Introduction of new Food Bank RGV CEO Ron Meijerink.
HIDTA - Task Force: A. AI-67414 Authorization and approval to submit grant extension request for period from 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2018 to 01/01/2017 - 06/20/2019 on award no. G17SS0002A between Hidalgo County and the Executive Office of the President-Office of National Drug Control Policy (HIDTA Task Force).
County Clerk's Office - Arturo Guajardo, Jr.: A. AI-67436 As suggested by County Auditor, the County Clerk is closing the Fee and Court Cost Bank Account. Indemnification is being asked for stale accounts dating from 1974 to 2014 Fee account: Accounts Receivable $ 4,513.04 (activity dates back to 2004) NSF-FNB $ 1,679.00 (activity dates back to 1995) NSF-NBC $ 603.00 (activity dates back to 1979) NSF-LSNB $ 203.50 (activity dates back to 2013) Recording Accounts Receivable $30,352.84 (activity dates back to 1974) Total $ 37,351.38 Court Cost Account: Due from others $ 556.80 (activity dates back to 2006) NSF-NBC $ 1,533.99 (activity dates back to 1976) NSF-FNB $ 2,368.00 (activity dates back to 2005) NSF-LSNB $ 133.00 (activity dates back to 2014) Total $ 4,591.79 Total Indemnification $ 41,943.17
Sheriff's Office: A. AI-67435 Sheriff's Office - Operation Stonegarden FY16 (1284): Ratification of email dated October 29, 2018 to request 1 month extension for FY2016 Operation Stonegarden. B. AI-67422 Discussion, Consideration and Approval to appoint Juan A. Garcia, graduate at University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley as an Intern under the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Internship Program for the period of November 2018 to December 31, 2018. C. AI-67348 Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Aisha S. Aranda, student at University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley as an Intern under the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Internship Program for the period of January 1, 2019 to May 31, 2019.
Constable Pct. #5: A. AI-67488 Requesting payment to be made for installation of mobile radio in Constable Pct 5 patrol unit.
Tax Office - Paul Villarreal: A. AI-67425 Discussion and approval to execute an agreement between the County of Hidalgo and B & B Insurance Agency LLC to act as a limited-service deputy authorized agent of the County in the issuance of Motor Vehicle License Renewal Stickers. This agreement is subject to the Limited Service Deputy providing surety bonds in the amount of $5,000 per location and final legal review.
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-67495 1. Approval to accept settlement check from Texas Municipal League (TML) in the amount of $2,420.00 to settle auto claim with County vehicle. (Precinct 4) 2. Approval to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to sign Property Damage Release form to settle auto claim with Texas Municipal League (TML). (Precinct 4) C. AI-66701 Request by Region One Education Service Center for the use of the Hidalgo County Courthouse for 2019 Mock Trial Competition to be held on Saturday, January 19, 2019 and Monday, January 21, 2019 (evening) D. AI-67400 Resolution opposing the militarization of the U.S. Mexico Border.
Human Resources: A. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (if applicable) for personnel items listed B. AI-67494 Tax Office (1100): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 11/12/2018: Action Dept./Prg. Slot# Position Title Grade/Step Auto Allowance Delete Slot & Allowance 140-001 0198 Administrative Assistant II G06S06 $750.00 Create Slot & Allowance 140-001 0210 Supervisor I G09S01 $750.00 C. AI-67421 Criminal District Attorney (1223): Approval of the following revisions to Exhibit A as approved on AI-67191: Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade & Step Current Budgeted Salary Proposed Budgeted Salary None 080-002 0019 Assistant District Attorney IV G19S05 $70,692.00 $70,692.00 Step Adjustment 080-007 0001 $14,308.00 $19,623.00 Delete 080-007 0189 $5,315.00 $0.00 D. AI-67543 Criminal District Attorney CJD-VAP (1281): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners' Court approval: Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade & Step Delete 080-017 0007 Assistant District Attorney III G17S01 Create 080-017 0008 Assistant District Attorney II G15S02 E. AI-67460 Precinct 2 Parks (1100): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 11/12/2018: 1. Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Delete 122-001 0011 Truck Driver II 05 Create 122-008 0047 Maintenance I 03 F. AI-67504 Countywide Mechanic Shop (1200): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 11/12/2018: Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Create 122-004 0015 Equipment Operator III 09
WIC: A. AI-67541 Requesting approval for payment for the following invoices as claims with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. VENDOR LOCATION ACCOUNT# SERVICE DATE OBJECT AMOUNT McAllen Public Utility 220 S. Bicenntennial Blvd. D0115398 09/25/2018- 9/30/2018 411 $7.00 9/30/2018 421 $2.36 City of Rio Grande 5404 Brand Ave. Bldg. A 10-098000-01 9/16/2018-9/30/2018 411 $46.06 City Public Utility 421 $58.66 Dept.
Urban County: A. AI-67369 "Subject to: HB 1295 Compliance.” Requesting authority to purchase furniture through Hidalgo County's membership/participation with Harris County Department of Education (HCDE) Choice Partners awarded vendor, Library Interiors of Texas (contract # 14/022CG-07). The amount of purchase is $5,931.93 (quote attached) funded thru UCP FY 30 (2017) Public Service (General) Library and City of Mercedes funds. B. AI-67370 Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with Herrcon, LLC, the lowest responsible bidder in the amount of $382,742.00 using UCP Fiscal Years 28, 29 & 30 (2015, 2016 & 2017) Hidalgo –Parks, Recreational Facility Improvements UCP funds. C. AI-67431 Requesting approval of Amendment No.3 to Inter-Local Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County Drainage District #1 and Hidalgo County Urban County Program as it relates to the Peñitas Lateral Project. (Pending final legal review) D. AI-67455 1. Urban County Program is requesting approval of Change Order No. 6 to a construction contract with Mor-Wil, LLC for the Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3 Flood Drainage Improvements Project known as the Peñitas Drain Project Phase II. The Change Order will increase the construction contract amount by $76,967.00 for a total construction contract amount of $2,192,146.89. 2. Consideration and approval to authorize the County Judge to sign this Change Order. E. AI-67368 "Subject to: HB 1295 Compliance.” Requesting authority to purchase 2 large trays through Hidalgo County's membership/participation with Buyboard awarded vendor, Demco, Inc. (contract # 487-15). The amount of purchase is $360.79 (quote attached) funded thru UCP FY 30 (2017) Mercedes Public Service (General) Library funds.
Health & Human Services Department: A. AI-67424 1. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $71,384.01 as certified by County Auditor. Funds are program income generated from the Medicaid Administrative Claiming program. 2. Requesting approval of the budget appropriation in the amount of $71,384.01. B. AI-67443 1. Approval to rescind approval of item 16, A, 1 (AI-67209) on 10/23/2018 due to changes in transfer and settlement dates. 2. 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 an IGT transfer date of 11/12/18 and settlement date of 11/13/18. 3. 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. 4. Approval of 2018 appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC. C. AI-67433 Requesting approval for County Judge to sign the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act Certification as part of the Child Health FY 19 grant contract amendment accepted and approved on 09/04/18 through AI-66400. D. AI-67415 Requesting approval to accept the field support from Centers for Disease Control for fiscal year 2019. The purpose of the field support is provide local health departments assistance with ZIKA related activities. E. Health Care Funding District: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures F. Indigent Health Care Program: 1. AI-67438 Approval to pay 2018 HEB Pharmacy claims for the Hidalgo County Indigent Health Care Pilot Program in the amount of $91.83, with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. 2. AI-67345 Approval of Contract for Out Stationed Assigned Specialists in Hospital Health Care Facilities for the term 1/1/19 to 12/31/19 for the following hospitals: A. Doctor's Hospital at Renaissance B. Knapp Medical Center C. Mission Hospital Inc. D. Rio Grande Regional Hospital E. McAllen Hospitals LLP (McAllen Medical and Edinburg Regional Medical Center) 3. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures
Adult Probation: A. AI-67353 Residential Substance Abuse Treatment - (RSAT) (1289): 1. Approval to accept the RSAT grant from the Office of Governor (Criminal Justice Division) in the amount of $230,350.30 for the grant period of 10/1/18 thru 6/30/19. 2. Approval of certification of revenues as approved by the County Auditor's Office for the RSAT Grant. 3. Approval of appropriation of funds in the amount of $172,756.47 and the cash match of $57,593.83 for a total of $230,350.30.
Community Service Agency: A. AI-67434 Recognition and resolution in honor of the retirement of Roberto Ayala's 34 years of service to the people of Hidalgo County. B. AI-67377 Discussion, consideration, and possible action regarding adoption of the 2019 Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program Service Delivery Plan. C. AI-67390 Discussion, consideration, and authorization for Community Service Agency to apply for the 2019-2020 Texas Veterans Commission General Assistance Grant (Operation Bravo Zulu). Grant submission deadline November 16, 2018.
Planning Department: A. AI-67419 Discussion and consideration to approve revised Pipeline and Utility Permit Application B. AI-67380 1. Approval of Pipeline and Utility Permit a. Applicant: Texas Gas Service Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Mile 4 North Road approximately 70 LF east of Mile 1 East Road. Proposed Right-of-Way Improvement: Replace 210 LF of 16” OD Steel Pipe crossing Mile 4 North Road and extending east along the south ROW of Mile 4 North Road connecting to an existing 16” Steel Gas Pipe.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes: A. AI-67445 Pct. 1 is requesting approval to accept the counter offer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel No. 7 and No. 43 associated with the Mile 6 W Road Improvement Project (CSJ# 0921-02-356) with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administrative Evaluation and Approval Form.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu: A. AI-67548 Requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the City of McAllen approved by CC 7/25/17 (AI#60827) to amend the City and County jurisdiction lines for the Pct 2 Military Highway Extension Project B. AI-67533 Requesting approval to enter into a License Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Pharr San Juan Alamo Independent School District to allow the County to modify and utilize an existing parking facility on PSJA ISD property by general public users of the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park-Phase I. C. AI-67491 1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Pharr, regarding the construction of a new Gun Range that will be available to County law enforcement to accommodate the Regional Linear Park Project-Phase II. 2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) project regarding the Regional Linear Park Project-Phase II. D. AI-67490 1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Pharr, regarding the relocation of City water and sewer appurtenances to accommodate the Regional Linear Park Project- Phase II. 2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) project regarding the Regional Linear Park Project.
Budget & Management: A. AI-67423 Approval of the 2018 Tax Roll Totals, as per Section 26.09(e), of the Texas Property Tax Code.
A. Hidalgo County 1. AI-67503 Acceptance and approval to execute AIA Document A133-2009 Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment No. 2 (50% CD's) between Hidalgo County and contractor, Morganti Texas, Inc. for "Construction of New Hidalgo County Courthouse" Project for the amount of $127,951,849.00 to including approval to the issue a Notice to Proceed [NTP]. 2. AI-66422 Presentation of bids received for the purpose of award to the responsible vendor Elite Transport & Clean Up Service, submitting the lowest & best bid (meeting all specifications and/or requirements) and approval of contract document for project titled: "Dead Body Pick up and Transport Services" through RFB No.: 2018-149-09-05- SGS. B. Executive Office 1. AI-67481 A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirement under Tx LGC §262.024 (a)(4), a professional service; B. Pursuant to the demonstrated competence under the Professional Procurement Act, Gov't Code §2254.003, approval of contract for the collection of delinquent taxes with the law firm of Linebarger, Goggan, Blair & Sampson, LLP. 2. AI-66377 A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements, under TxLGC Chapter 262.024 (a)(4), a personal service; B. Acceptance of the proposed scope of services and authority to enter into personal services contract with Davila & Associates for the provision of translation/interpreting of Hidalgo County DD#1 and Commissioners Court meeting proceedings for those in need of same through electronic devices [ min. 50 devices provided by vendor] with further detail provided in BACKGROUND Caption herein. 3. AI-67545 Requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 to Service Contract # C-18-223-07-31 between Hidalgo County and Pauloa, LLc dba Servpro of Harlingen/San Benito for Build Back Services to the property located at 1902 Joe Stephens, Weslaco, Texas 78596. C. Pct. 1 1. AI-67539 Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 2 in the amount of $64,405.94 with B2Z Engineers, Inc. as it relates to Construction Management Services of the Mechanic Shop Bays to be attached to Sunset Park Operations Facility. D. Pct. 2 1. AI-67546 Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for services under Work Authorization No. 4, Contract No. C-16-208-07-19 for Terracon Consultants, Inc., resulting in an estimated cost increase of $800.00 for the Co Wide Shop Facility Project. 2. AI-67492 Ratification of the fully executed Change Order No. 4 in connection with contract No. C-16-378-02-21 with Clore Construction, LLC for the Hidalgo County Precinct #2 - Regional Linear Park Project (from Ridge Road to San Antonio Ave) as recommended by project engineer, Christopher Rodriguez, P.E. and subject to compliance with HB1295 when and if applicable. E. Pct. 4 1. AI-67444 Acceptance and approval to execute the final AIA A133 - 2009 Exhibit A (Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment) Agreement between Owner, Hidalgo County and Construction Manager At Risk, Holchemont Construction, Inc., for "CMAR for Memorial Park-Phase I GMP " Project and subject to final review and approval by legal counsel prior to execution (C-18-023-07-03). 2. AI-67413 Action to accept and approve a "User Agreement" between Hidalgo County Precinct 4 San Carlos Endowment Center and the "Boys & Girls Club" based on the original procurement by HC for a non-profit to occupy unused space at the San Carlos Endowment Center. F. IT Department 1. AI-67516 Pursuant to procurement packet, requesting action to approve evaluating committee for: "Cloud Hosted and Managed Email Service" - RPF No. 2018-194-10-31-HGO including but not limited to, the following options: A. Recommended evaluation committee as presented for consideration by IT: Daniel Silguero Harim Arevalo Stan Ramos Rigoberto Hinojosa Linda Fong B. Other as selected/designated by Commissioners Court. 2. AI-67477 A. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by Commissioners' Court in connection with "Countywide Internet Connection & Connectivity" - RFP No. 2017- 314-08-29-HGO. Foremost SmartCom Spectrum AT&T Average Score 93.50 93.13 70.00 Disqualified Ranked B. Authority for the Purchasing Department to commence negotiations with the number one ranked participant/firm of __________________________________ in order to finalize an engagement/contract for the provision of "Countywide Internet Connection & Connectivity".
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. AI-67519 Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project H2-18. D. AI-67522 Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project U2-17. E. AI-67531 Cause No. CL-18-5022-G; Jesus Esqueda vs. County of Hidalgo and Roberto Perez F. AI-67462 Claim of Juan Lopez G. AI-67464 Claim of Miguel Cantu H. AI-67467 Claim of Alma Ramirez Vallejo I. AI-67482 Claim of Nereida Ramirez Vallejo 27. 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)
28. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. AI-67500 Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project H2-18. D. AI-67521 Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project U2-17. E. AI-67532 Cause No. CL-18-5022-G; Jesus Esqueda vs. County of Hidalgo and Roberto Perez F. AI-67463 Claim of Juan Lopez G. AI-67465 Claim of Miguel Cantu H. AI-67468 Claim of Alma Ramirez Vallejo I. AI-67483 Claim of Nereida Ramirez Vallejo 29. Closed Session: Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 30. Open Session: Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 31. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. 67497 Approval of 2018 Tax Roll Totals for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 6. 67473 Approval of revised Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Uniform Policy 7. 67437 CIP 133-2012 Bonds Bdgt: 300-J09 Drain A. Application for payment No. 2 in the amount of $124,278.30 from Rigney Construction, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-18-015-03-28-J09 Drain Improvements Phase 2-Roadway & Field Crossings. Project Engineer: Robert Fina, P.E.-Tedsi Infrastructure Group PO#634435 8. 67472 Requesting acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 4 in the amount of $267,518.96, as submitted by project engineer B2Z Engineering, LLC, in relation to professional engineering services for "Site Specific Analysis, Mapping and Photogrammetry for Precinct No. 3", through awarded Contract No. C-HCDD1-17-037-06-27 for "Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 -Phase I Drainage Study" (Subject to Legal Review and compliance to Form HB1295) 9. 67475 Requesting approval of Work Authorization No.3 to Agreement No. C-HCDD1-18-004-02-06 with L&G Engineering in the amount of $44,010.92 as it relates to Engineering Services to provide Field Surveys for outfalls for Weslaco North Lateral, Ditch 350, 47, 7V, 17B2A1AEXT and 7T Drainage Area Improvements. 10. 67489 Requesting approval of Third Amendment to Interlocal Cooperation Agreement dated December 5, 2017 by and between Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 and Hidalgo County Urban County Program as it relates to Change Order No.6 in the amount of $76,967.00 for Penitas Drain Project Phase II. 11. 67534 Requesting acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 3 in the amount of $44,010.92, as submitted by L&G Engineering, in relation to professional Engineering Services to provide Field Surveys for Design and Construction of Outfalls, and Management/Coordination of Sub-Surface Utility Engineering for Outfalls, through awarded Contract No. C-HCDD1-18-004-02-06 "Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 - Weslaco North Lateral, Ditch 350, 47, 7V, 17B2A1AEXT and 7T Drainage Area Improvements (Subject to Legal Review and compliance to Form HB1295) 12. 67544 A.) Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Surveying Services. B.) Presentation of scoring grid of two (2) sets of firms graded through the District's "Pool" of pre-qualified Professional Surveyors for the purpose of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors in connection with On-Call Professional Surveying Services required for Hidalgo County Drainage District Projects on an as needed basis. SET 1 (C-HCDD1-18-062-__-__) FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK: TEDSI Infrastructure 91 Southpoint Surveying Company 90 R.O.W. Surveying Services, LLC 94 SET 2 (C-HCDD1-18-063-__-__) FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK: Quintanilla, Headley and Associates, Inc. 96 SAMES, Inc. 94 R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation 93 C.) Pursuant to the Boards approval, requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate Professional Surveying Services Agreements with each of the number one (1) ranked firms presented: (set 1) ________________________, and(set 2)__________________________ for the provisions of On-Call Professional Surveying Services for Hidalgo County Drainage District Projects (on as needed basis) 13. 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 or contemplated litigation; a settlement offer; and/or a matter in which the duty of the attorney to the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. 14. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 15. Closed Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 16. Open Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 17. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
1. 67562 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. 67561 Presentation of Fund Information Report 3. 2018 Intradepartmental Transfers: A. 67536 2018 Public Affairs (1100) B. 67528 2018 - CRIM DA (1100) C. 67535 2018 - Jail (1100) D. 67513 2018 - JP PCT. 2, PL 2 (1100) E. 67514 2018 - 370TH District Court (1100) F. 67526 2018 - CO COMM (1100) G. 67509 2018 - 430TH DISTRICT COURT (1100) H. 67498 2018 - Pct. 1 Road Maint. (1200) I. 67450 2018 - Pct 2 Rd Maint (1200) J. 67449 2018 - Pct 2 Sanitation (1100) K. 67451 2018 - Pct. 3 Sanitation (1100) L. 67517 2018 - Pct.4 Road Maint (1200) M. 67418 2018 - Pct.4 CRC Memorial (1100) N. 67447 2018 - JP5-1 (1100) O. 67456 2018 - D.A. CJD VAP (1281) P. 67448 2018 - Purchasing (1100) Q. 67466 2018-J.P. Pct 4 Pl 1 (1100) R. 67474 2018 Justice Court Tech (1242) S. 67476 2018 - General Litigation (1100) T. 67485 2018 - Tax Office (1100) U. 67486 2018 - County Treasurer (1100) V. 67496 2018 - Information Technology (1100) W. 67499 2018 - Fire Marshal (1100) X. 67501 2018 - Human Resources (1100) Y. 67439 2018 - Constable Precinct 4 (1100) Z. 67469 2018 - Sheriff's Federal Sharing - U.S. Justice (1229) AA. 67426 2018 - Health & Human Services Dept. / H.D. Adm (1100) 4. 2018 Interdepartmental Transfers: A. 67547 CW Mech Shop Facility Prj (1350): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from Various CO2016-Pct 2 Project to CO2016-CW Mech Shop Facility Project in the amount of $22,061.03 to fund project expenditures. B. 67525 County Clerk/Facilities Mgmt Co Wide (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from County Clerk to Facilities Mgmt Co Wide in the amount of $630.00 for refrigerator purchase. C. 67538 CW Mech Shop (1200): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from CW Adm-Contingency to CW Mech Shop in the total amount of $7,340.13. D. 67518 Elections (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from Co.wide Adm-Contingency to Elections in the amount of $36,400.00 to fund anticipated expenditures. E. 67484 Easter Seals RGV (1100): Requesting approval of interdepartmental transfer in the amount of $5,000.00 from Mental Health Trials Acct. to Easter Seals RGV Acct. to fund electricity expenses through the remainder of the year. F. 67416 Appraisal Fees (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from Co.wide Adm-Contingency to Appraisal Fees in the amount of $40,497.00 to fund anticipated 4th quarter payment. G. 67442 PCT 1. Sanitation (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from Co Wide Admin to Pct. 1 Sanitation to fund pending invoices in the amount of $2,900.00 H. 67520 Pct. 4 Parks (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from Pct.4 Endowment (program 186) to Pct.4 Parks (program 009) in the amount of $1,300.00. I. 67417 Pct. 4 (1100): Acceptance of interdepartmental transfer from Pct.4 Endowment (program 186) to Pct.4 Parks (program 009) in the amount of $313.20. 5. Planning Department: A. 67452 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. 67542 1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee a. Aria Ranches Subdivision - Pct. 4 (Richard A. Garza) (Canton Road & Alamo Road) *Reimbursement request: $1,500.00 for installation of 1 OSSF b. Los Venados Ph. V Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Richard A. Garza) (Hwy 281 & FM 186) *Reimbursement request: $2,550.00 for installation of 3 OSSF’s c. MGM Platinum Ranches Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Richard A. Garza) (Curry Road & Alamo Road) *Reimbursement request: $25,500.00 for installation of 17 OSSF’s d. Mirage Ranches Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Richard A. Garza) (Curry Road & Val Verde Road) *Reimbursement request: $1,500.00 for installation of 1 OSSF e.Terry Vegas Ranches Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Richard A. Garza) (Terry Road & Benito A. Ramirez Road) *Reimbursement request: $1,500.00 for installation of 1 OSSF f. Wynn Ranches Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Richard A. Garza) (Alberta Road & Val Verde Road) *Reimbursement request: $1,000.00 for installation of 1 OSSF 6. Membership Dues/Certifications: A. 67457 Sheriff Department: Requesting approval to pay 2018 membership dues to Texas Jail Association for Captain Belinda G. Madrigal and Chief Roy A. Quintanilha in the amount of $30.00 each (requisition no.382043) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. B. 67432 Pct. 4 (1200): Requesting approval to pay membership dues for International Right of Way Association in the amount of $225.00 (Req. #381691) for Jose Alejandro Ochoa, with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are competed by County Auditor. 7. Urban County: A. 67430 Requesting approval of one (1) applicant in the Countywide area under the Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program B. 67454 Requesting approval of one (1) applicant in the Countywide area under the Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program. C. 67356 Requesting approval of one (1) applicant in the Countywide area under the Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program. 8. Budget & Management: A. 67506 Self-Insured (2202): Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of October 16-31, 2018 in the amount of $35,713.22 and requesting approval of wire transfer. B. Interfund transfers: 1. 67540 TXDOT Pct 1 US83 Illumination (1315): Approval of 2018 interfund transfer in the amount of $4,800.00 from Pct 1 R&B (Fund 1200) into TXDOT Pct 1 US83 Illumination (Fund 1315) to fund anticipated expenditures. 2. 67493 TxDOT Pct 2 Regional Park Prj (1315): Approval of 2018 interfund transfer from CO2016-Pct 2 Lopezville Park (fund 1350) to TxDOT Pct 2 Regional Park Prj (fund 1315) in the amount of $12,886.84 to fund project expenditures. 9. 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. 67347 Requesting approval of Application for Payment No. 11 in the amount of $77,197.20 to NM Contracting, LLC. for the, "Hidalgo County County Wide Service Shop Project", through Contract# C-17-027-07-25, and as certified for payment by project architect, The Warren Group Architects, Inc. B. 67537 Approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by contracted/project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers Inc.: Invoice No. Date Project Amount PO No. 11327250 10-31-18 Veterans Blvd. $77,000.00 772041 11327211 10-31-18 Mile 3 WA #6 $34,809.30 784305 11327216 10-31-18 Mile 3 Section II- WA #5 $5,675.00 773904 11327228 10-31-18 Mile 3 Project WA #4 $36,732.50 771660 11327234 10-31-18 FM 494 Shary Rd. WA #4 $23,600.00 779844 11327227 10-31-18 FM 494 Shary Rd. WA #3 $11,865.00 772303 11327232 10-31-18 Liberty Road Project WA #4 $3,000.00 735736 11327249 10-31-18 Liberty Road Project WA #3 $47,540.00 735526 11327215 10-31-18 La Homa ROW WA #1 $5,400.00 671613 C. 67515 Approval fo the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by contracted/project engineers, L&G Consulting Engineer, Inc. and B2Z Engineering: Invoice No. Date Project Amount P.O. No. 40051 11/01/2018 Mile 17 Road $46,745.49 781241 40050 11/01/2018 Mile 17 1/2 (Russell Road) $22,114.26 781240 40049 11/01/2018 Tex-Mex Road $61,789.61 779385 40048 1101/2018 Seminary Road $49,681.16 779383 11327218 10/31/2018 10th St. Extension $118,119.86 700265 11327224 10/31/2018 FM1925 WA#2 (10th to McColl) $137,032.82 785986 11327223 10/31/2018 FM1925 Alamo Rd to Sharp Rd $156,137.03 785987 11327225 10/31/2018 FM 1925 WA#1 1,500' W of FM2220 $33,005.00 739761 40047 11/01/2018 Memorial Park WA#5 $5,736.43 767241 D. 67508 PCT. #1: Requesting approval to pay invoice # 11327251 in the amount of $65,453.58 for Mile 6 Project (M11-SH107) - WA#1, as submitted by contracted project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. E. 67510 PCT. #1: Requesting approval to pay invoice #11327235 in the amount of $30,514.70 in connection to Mile 6 Project - WA#2, as submitted by contracted project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. F. 67511 PCT. #1: Requesting approval to pay invoice # 11327229 in the amount of $12,870.92 for engineering services rendered in connection with Mile 6 Project - WA#1, as submitted by contracted project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. G. 67512 Pct. #1 is requesting acceptance & approval of invoice 11327212 in the amount of $675.00 for FM 493 South project- WA#1, as submitted by contracted project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. H. 67507 PCT. #1: Requesting approval to pay invoice # 11327252 in the amount of $73,381.80 for FM 1015 Project - WA#1, as submitted by contracted project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. I. 67461 BCAP / Pct. 3 Requesting acceptance and approval of Application for Payment No.1 in the amount of $62,512.20 for RDH Site & Concrete LLC contracted vendor for El Flaco Chiquito Subdivision (Pct. 3) as submitted by project engineer Javier Hinojosa Engineering (C-CAP-18-168-07-03). J. 67487 Executive Office - Traffic Engineering: Acceptance and approval of the following invoice for representation at HCMPO Policy Meetings & HCMPO Technical Meetings with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor: Vendor Invoice Date Invoice # Amount PO L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. 10/31/18 11327238 $12,577.44 775957 K. 67362 1. Requesting authority to exercise the final one (1) year Renewal/Extension, as provided/stated in the current multiple contract agreements, under the same rates, terms, and conditions, for the purpose of "Janitorial and Industrial Chemicals and Supplies", commencing: 01/01/19 - 12/31/19. 2. Contracts: E-18-260-11-06 - Gulf Coast Paper Co. Inc. E-18-260A-11-06 - CC Distributors, Inc. E-18-260B-11-06 - Unipak, Corp. L. 67381 Approval to exercise the fourth/4th [of five (5) extensions possible] with Tropical Texas Behavioral Health [Center], MHMR as provided in the original contract #C-13-356-12-20 for "Screening Assessments and Psychiatric Evaluation of Inmates Incarcerated at the County Jail" for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office under the same terms and conditions. M. 67359 Approval of the addition of fuel cards/users including, but not limited to, the following: 1. Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office - Fuel Cards/Users 2. Hidalgo County Adult Probation Department- Fuel Card Users
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-67495 1. Approval to accept settlement check from Texas Municipal League (TML) in the amount of $2,420.00 to settle auto claim with County vehicle. (Precinct 4) 2. Approval to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to sign Property Damage Release form to settle auto claim with Texas Municipal League (TML). (Precinct 4) C. AI-66701 Request by Region One Education Service Center for the use of the Hidalgo County Courthouse for 2019 Mock Trial Competition to be held on Saturday, January 19, 2019 and Monday, January 21, 2019 (evening) D. AI-67400 Resolution opposing the militarization of the U.S. Mexico Border.
County Judge's Office: A. AI-67502 Resolution in honor of Juan R. Partida, presiding judge of the 275th District Court for 32 years of service. B. AI-67398 Resolution in honor of Jose L. Cazares, Jr. for being awarded Texas Dentist of the Year; the first dentist from the Rio Grande Valley to receive this prestigious award. C. AI-67480 Proclamation declaring November 14, 2018 as World Diabetes Day to raise awareness of the disease. D. AI-67478 Introduction of new Food Bank RGV CEO Ron Meijerink.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Palacios: A. AI-67458 Presentation of recognition on behalf of LUPE (La Union del Pueblo Entero)
Elections Administration: A. AI-67470 Discussion on Elections Updates B. AI-67524 Approval of the 2018 November General Elections Service Contract between Hidalgo County and Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 for their election to be held on November 6, 2018.
County Judge's Office: A. AI-67502 Resolution in honor of Juan R. Partida, presiding judge of the 275th District Court for 32 years of service. B. AI-67398 Resolution in honor of Jose L. Cazares, Jr. for being awarded Texas Dentist of the Year; the first dentist from the Rio Grande Valley to receive this prestigious award. C. AI-67480 Proclamation declaring November 14, 2018 as World Diabetes Day to raise awareness of the disease. D. AI-67478 Introduction of new Food Bank RGV CEO Ron Meijerink.
HIDTA - Task Force: A. AI-67414 Authorization and approval to submit grant extension request for period from 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2018 to 01/01/2017 - 06/20/2019 on award no. G17SS0002A between Hidalgo County and the Executive Office of the President-Office of National Drug Control Policy (HIDTA Task Force).
County Clerk's Office - Arturo Guajardo, Jr.: A. AI-67436 As suggested by County Auditor, the County Clerk is closing the Fee and Court Cost Bank Account. Indemnification is being asked for stale accounts dating from 1974 to 2014 Fee account: Accounts Receivable $ 4,513.04 (activity dates back to 2004) NSF-FNB $ 1,679.00 (activity dates back to 1995) NSF-NBC $ 603.00 (activity dates back to 1979) NSF-LSNB $ 203.50 (activity dates back to 2013) Recording Accounts Receivable $30,352.84 (activity dates back to 1974) Total $ 37,351.38 Court Cost Account: Due from others $ 556.80 (activity dates back to 2006) NSF-NBC $ 1,533.99 (activity dates back to 1976) NSF-FNB $ 2,368.00 (activity dates back to 2005) NSF-LSNB $ 133.00 (activity dates back to 2014) Total $ 4,591.79 Total Indemnification $ 41,943.17
Sheriff's Office: A. AI-67435 Sheriff's Office - Operation Stonegarden FY16 (1284): Ratification of email dated October 29, 2018 to request 1 month extension for FY2016 Operation Stonegarden. B. AI-67422 Discussion, Consideration and Approval to appoint Juan A. Garcia, graduate at University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley as an Intern under the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Internship Program for the period of November 2018 to December 31, 2018. C. AI-67348 Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Aisha S. Aranda, student at University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley as an Intern under the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Internship Program for the period of January 1, 2019 to May 31, 2019.
Constable Pct. #5: A. AI-67488 Requesting payment to be made for installation of mobile radio in Constable Pct 5 patrol unit.
Tax Office - Paul Villarreal: A. AI-67425 Discussion and approval to execute an agreement between the County of Hidalgo and B & B Insurance Agency LLC to act as a limited-service deputy authorized agent of the County in the issuance of Motor Vehicle License Renewal Stickers. This agreement is subject to the Limited Service Deputy providing surety bonds in the amount of $5,000 per location and final legal review.
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-67495 1. Approval to accept settlement check from Texas Municipal League (TML) in the amount of $2,420.00 to settle auto claim with County vehicle. (Precinct 4) 2. Approval to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to sign Property Damage Release form to settle auto claim with Texas Municipal League (TML). (Precinct 4) C. AI-66701 Request by Region One Education Service Center for the use of the Hidalgo County Courthouse for 2019 Mock Trial Competition to be held on Saturday, January 19, 2019 and Monday, January 21, 2019 (evening) D. AI-67400 Resolution opposing the militarization of the U.S. Mexico Border.
Human Resources: A. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (if applicable) for personnel items listed B. AI-67494 Tax Office (1100): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 11/12/2018: Action Dept./Prg. Slot# Position Title Grade/Step Auto Allowance Delete Slot & Allowance 140-001 0198 Administrative Assistant II G06S06 $750.00 Create Slot & Allowance 140-001 0210 Supervisor I G09S01 $750.00 C. AI-67421 Criminal District Attorney (1223): Approval of the following revisions to Exhibit A as approved on AI-67191: Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade & Step Current Budgeted Salary Proposed Budgeted Salary None 080-002 0019 Assistant District Attorney IV G19S05 $70,692.00 $70,692.00 Step Adjustment 080-007 0001 $14,308.00 $19,623.00 Delete 080-007 0189 $5,315.00 $0.00 D. AI-67543 Criminal District Attorney CJD-VAP (1281): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners' Court approval: Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade & Step Delete 080-017 0007 Assistant District Attorney III G17S01 Create 080-017 0008 Assistant District Attorney II G15S02 E. AI-67460 Precinct 2 Parks (1100): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 11/12/2018: 1. Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Delete 122-001 0011 Truck Driver II 05 Create 122-008 0047 Maintenance I 03 F. AI-67504 Countywide Mechanic Shop (1200): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 11/12/2018: Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Create 122-004 0015 Equipment Operator III 09
WIC: A. AI-67541 Requesting approval for payment for the following invoices as claims with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. VENDOR LOCATION ACCOUNT# SERVICE DATE OBJECT AMOUNT McAllen Public Utility 220 S. Bicenntennial Blvd. D0115398 09/25/2018- 9/30/2018 411 $7.00 9/30/2018 421 $2.36 City of Rio Grande 5404 Brand Ave. Bldg. A 10-098000-01 9/16/2018-9/30/2018 411 $46.06 City Public Utility 421 $58.66 Dept.
Urban County: A. AI-67369 "Subject to: HB 1295 Compliance.” Requesting authority to purchase furniture through Hidalgo County's membership/participation with Harris County Department of Education (HCDE) Choice Partners awarded vendor, Library Interiors of Texas (contract # 14/022CG-07). The amount of purchase is $5,931.93 (quote attached) funded thru UCP FY 30 (2017) Public Service (General) Library and City of Mercedes funds. B. AI-67370 Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with Herrcon, LLC, the lowest responsible bidder in the amount of $382,742.00 using UCP Fiscal Years 28, 29 & 30 (2015, 2016 & 2017) Hidalgo –Parks, Recreational Facility Improvements UCP funds. C. AI-67431 Requesting approval of Amendment No.3 to Inter-Local Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County Drainage District #1 and Hidalgo County Urban County Program as it relates to the Peñitas Lateral Project. (Pending final legal review) D. AI-67455 1. Urban County Program is requesting approval of Change Order No. 6 to a construction contract with Mor-Wil, LLC for the Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3 Flood Drainage Improvements Project known as the Peñitas Drain Project Phase II. The Change Order will increase the construction contract amount by $76,967.00 for a total construction contract amount of $2,192,146.89. 2. Consideration and approval to authorize the County Judge to sign this Change Order. E. AI-67368 "Subject to: HB 1295 Compliance.” Requesting authority to purchase 2 large trays through Hidalgo County's membership/participation with Buyboard awarded vendor, Demco, Inc. (contract # 487-15). The amount of purchase is $360.79 (quote attached) funded thru UCP FY 30 (2017) Mercedes Public Service (General) Library funds.
Health & Human Services Department: A. AI-67424 1. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $71,384.01 as certified by County Auditor. Funds are program income generated from the Medicaid Administrative Claiming program. 2. Requesting approval of the budget appropriation in the amount of $71,384.01. B. AI-67443 1. Approval to rescind approval of item 16, A, 1 (AI-67209) on 10/23/2018 due to changes in transfer and settlement dates. 2. 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 an IGT transfer date of 11/12/18 and settlement date of 11/13/18. 3. 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. 4. Approval of 2018 appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC. C. AI-67433 Requesting approval for County Judge to sign the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act Certification as part of the Child Health FY 19 grant contract amendment accepted and approved on 09/04/18 through AI-66400. D. AI-67415 Requesting approval to accept the field support from Centers for Disease Control for fiscal year 2019. The purpose of the field support is provide local health departments assistance with ZIKA related activities. E. Health Care Funding District: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures F. Indigent Health Care Program: 1. AI-67438 Approval to pay 2018 HEB Pharmacy claims for the Hidalgo County Indigent Health Care Pilot Program in the amount of $91.83, with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. 2. AI-67345 Approval of Contract for Out Stationed Assigned Specialists in Hospital Health Care Facilities for the term 1/1/19 to 12/31/19 for the following hospitals: A. Doctor's Hospital at Renaissance B. Knapp Medical Center C. Mission Hospital Inc. D. Rio Grande Regional Hospital E. McAllen Hospitals LLP (McAllen Medical and Edinburg Regional Medical Center) 3. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures
Adult Probation: A. AI-67353 Residential Substance Abuse Treatment - (RSAT) (1289): 1. Approval to accept the RSAT grant from the Office of Governor (Criminal Justice Division) in the amount of $230,350.30 for the grant period of 10/1/18 thru 6/30/19. 2. Approval of certification of revenues as approved by the County Auditor's Office for the RSAT Grant. 3. Approval of appropriation of funds in the amount of $172,756.47 and the cash match of $57,593.83 for a total of $230,350.30.
Community Service Agency: A. AI-67434 Recognition and resolution in honor of the retirement of Roberto Ayala's 34 years of service to the people of Hidalgo County. B. AI-67377 Discussion, consideration, and possible action regarding adoption of the 2019 Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program Service Delivery Plan. C. AI-67390 Discussion, consideration, and authorization for Community Service Agency to apply for the 2019-2020 Texas Veterans Commission General Assistance Grant (Operation Bravo Zulu). Grant submission deadline November 16, 2018.
Planning Department: A. AI-67419 Discussion and consideration to approve revised Pipeline and Utility Permit Application B. AI-67380 1. Approval of Pipeline and Utility Permit a. Applicant: Texas Gas Service Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Mile 4 North Road approximately 70 LF east of Mile 1 East Road. Proposed Right-of-Way Improvement: Replace 210 LF of 16” OD Steel Pipe crossing Mile 4 North Road and extending east along the south ROW of Mile 4 North Road connecting to an existing 16” Steel Gas Pipe.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes: A. AI-67445 Pct. 1 is requesting approval to accept the counter offer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel No. 7 and No. 43 associated with the Mile 6 W Road Improvement Project (CSJ# 0921-02-356) with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administrative Evaluation and Approval Form.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu: A. AI-67548 Requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the City of McAllen approved by CC 7/25/17 (AI#60827) to amend the City and County jurisdiction lines for the Pct 2 Military Highway Extension Project B. AI-67533 Requesting approval to enter into a License Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Pharr San Juan Alamo Independent School District to allow the County to modify and utilize an existing parking facility on PSJA ISD property by general public users of the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park-Phase I. C. AI-67491 1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Pharr, regarding the construction of a new Gun Range that will be available to County law enforcement to accommodate the Regional Linear Park Project-Phase II. 2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) project regarding the Regional Linear Park Project-Phase II. D. AI-67490 1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Pharr, regarding the relocation of City water and sewer appurtenances to accommodate the Regional Linear Park Project- Phase II. 2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) project regarding the Regional Linear Park Project.
Budget & Management: A. AI-67423 Approval of the 2018 Tax Roll Totals, as per Section 26.09(e), of the Texas Property Tax Code.
A. Hidalgo County 1. AI-67503 Acceptance and approval to execute AIA Document A133-2009 Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment No. 2 (50% CD's) between Hidalgo County and contractor, Morganti Texas, Inc. for "Construction of New Hidalgo County Courthouse" Project for the amount of $127,951,849.00 to including approval to the issue a Notice to Proceed [NTP]. 2. AI-66422 Presentation of bids received for the purpose of award to the responsible vendor Elite Transport & Clean Up Service, submitting the lowest & best bid (meeting all specifications and/or requirements) and approval of contract document for project titled: "Dead Body Pick up and Transport Services" through RFB No.: 2018-149-09-05- SGS. B. Executive Office 1. AI-67481 A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirement under Tx LGC §262.024 (a)(4), a professional service; B. Pursuant to the demonstrated competence under the Professional Procurement Act, Gov't Code §2254.003, approval of contract for the collection of delinquent taxes with the law firm of Linebarger, Goggan, Blair & Sampson, LLP. 2. AI-66377 A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements, under TxLGC Chapter 262.024 (a)(4), a personal service; B. Acceptance of the proposed scope of services and authority to enter into personal services contract with Davila & Associates for the provision of translation/interpreting of Hidalgo County DD#1 and Commissioners Court meeting proceedings for those in need of same through electronic devices [ min. 50 devices provided by vendor] with further detail provided in BACKGROUND Caption herein. 3. AI-67545 Requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 to Service Contract # C-18-223-07-31 between Hidalgo County and Pauloa, LLc dba Servpro of Harlingen/San Benito for Build Back Services to the property located at 1902 Joe Stephens, Weslaco, Texas 78596. C. Pct. 1 1. AI-67539 Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 2 in the amount of $64,405.94 with B2Z Engineers, Inc. as it relates to Construction Management Services of the Mechanic Shop Bays to be attached to Sunset Park Operations Facility. D. Pct. 2 1. AI-67546 Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for services under Work Authorization No. 4, Contract No. C-16-208-07-19 for Terracon Consultants, Inc., resulting in an estimated cost increase of $800.00 for the Co Wide Shop Facility Project. 2. AI-67492 Ratification of the fully executed Change Order No. 4 in connection with contract No. C-16-378-02-21 with Clore Construction, LLC for the Hidalgo County Precinct #2 - Regional Linear Park Project (from Ridge Road to San Antonio Ave) as recommended by project engineer, Christopher Rodriguez, P.E. and subject to compliance with HB1295 when and if applicable. E. Pct. 4 1. AI-67444 Acceptance and approval to execute the final AIA A133 - 2009 Exhibit A (Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment) Agreement between Owner, Hidalgo County and Construction Manager At Risk, Holchemont Construction, Inc., for "CMAR for Memorial Park-Phase I GMP " Project and subject to final review and approval by legal counsel prior to execution (C-18-023-07-03). 2. AI-67413 Action to accept and approve a "User Agreement" between Hidalgo County Precinct 4 San Carlos Endowment Center and the "Boys & Girls Club" based on the original procurement by HC for a non-profit to occupy unused space at the San Carlos Endowment Center. F. IT Department 1. AI-67516 Pursuant to procurement packet, requesting action to approve evaluating committee for: "Cloud Hosted and Managed Email Service" - RPF No. 2018-194-10-31-HGO including but not limited to, the following options: A. Recommended evaluation committee as presented for consideration by IT: Daniel Silguero Harim Arevalo Stan Ramos Rigoberto Hinojosa Linda Fong B. Other as selected/designated by Commissioners Court. 2. AI-67477 A. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by Commissioners' Court in connection with "Countywide Internet Connection & Connectivity" - RFP No. 2017- 314-08-29-HGO. Foremost SmartCom Spectrum AT&T Average Score 93.50 93.13 70.00 Disqualified Ranked B. Authority for the Purchasing Department to commence negotiations with the number one ranked participant/firm of __________________________________ in order to finalize an engagement/contract for the provision of "Countywide Internet Connection & Connectivity".
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. AI-67519 Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project H2-18. D. AI-67522 Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project U2-17. E. AI-67531 Cause No. CL-18-5022-G; Jesus Esqueda vs. County of Hidalgo and Roberto Perez F. AI-67462 Claim of Juan Lopez G. AI-67464 Claim of Miguel Cantu H. AI-67467 Claim of Alma Ramirez Vallejo I. AI-67482 Claim of Nereida Ramirez Vallejo 27. 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)
28. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. AI-67500 Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project H2-18. D. AI-67521 Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project U2-17. E. AI-67532 Cause No. CL-18-5022-G; Jesus Esqueda vs. County of Hidalgo and Roberto Perez F. AI-67463 Claim of Juan Lopez G. AI-67465 Claim of Miguel Cantu H. AI-67468 Claim of Alma Ramirez Vallejo I. AI-67483 Claim of Nereida Ramirez Vallejo 29. Closed Session: Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 30. Open Session: Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 31. Adjourn