1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. 2018 Bond Referendum Projects: A. 68180 1). Request exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. 2). Presentation of scoring grid ( for the purposes of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors) of the firms graded and evaluated through the District's approved "Pool" of Engineering Firms for the provision of Professional Engineering Services for "Mile 10 N & Mile 1 W -2018 Bond Referendum Project #21". FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK Javier Hinojosa Engineering 95.67 B2Z Engineering, LLC 95.00 Melden & Hunt, Inc. 93.33 R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation 91.67 CSJ Group 89.67 3). Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm _______________________________, for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for "Mile 10 N & Mile 1 W -2018 Bond Referendum Project #21". B. 68231 Approval to issue payment on the following items proceeding review & compliance of contract terms & conditions: CIP 133-2012 Bonds Bdgt: 300-J09 Drain 1. Application for payment No. 4 in the amount of $128,166.30 from Rigney Construction, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-18-015-03-28-J09 Drain Improvements Phase 2-Roadway & Field Crossings. Project Engineer: Jason M. Adams, P.E.-Tedsi Infrastructure Group PO#634435 2. Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $154,128.07 from Castle Enterprises, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-18-020-05-08 J09 Phase 3 Drainage Improvements. Project Engineer: Jason M. Adams, P.E.-Tedsi Infrastructure PO#634761 C. 68229 Drainage District-General Operations Matters Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 1 for additional services in relation to the professional engineering services agreement with S&B Infrastructure LTD, for the provision of construction engineering inspection and management services for the improvements to the Pharr-McAllen South Drain Construction project in the amount of $39,033.21. Subject to Legal Review and compliance to HB1295 (if applicable). D. 68213 1). Request exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. 2). Presentation of scoring grid ( for the purposes of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors) of the firms graded and evaluated through the District's approved "Pool" of Engineering Firms for the provision of Professional Engineering Services for "Southwest Weslaco -2018 Bond Referendum Project #35". FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK Alpha Infrastructure Engineering, PLLC 92.00 Strada Engineering and Consulting, LLC 87.67 CSJ Group 89.67 3). Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm _______________________________, for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for "Southwest Weslaco -2018 Bond Referendum Project #35". E. 68211 1). Request exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. 2). Presentation of scoring grid ( for the purposes of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors) of the firms graded and evaluated through the District's approved "Pool" of Engineering Firms for the provision of Professional Engineering Services for "Mile 10 N & Baseline Road -2018 Bond Referendum Project #20" FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc. 94.67 TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc. 93.67 S & B Infrastructure Group, Ltd. 94.00 3). Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm _______________________________, for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for "Mile 10 N & Baseline Road -2018 Bond Referendum Project #20". F. 68208 1). Request exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. 2). Presentation of scoring grid ( for the purposes of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors) of the firms graded and evaluated through the District's approved "Pool" of Engineering Firms for the provision of Professional Engineering Services for "Highway 281 & FM 88 -2018 Bond Referendum Project #14". FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc. 91.00 South Texas Infrastructure Group, LLC 90.00 Cortran Engineering, PLLC 89.67 3). Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm _______________________________, for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for "Highway 281 & FM 88 -2018 Bond Referendum Project #14". G. 68203 1). Request exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. 2). Presentation of scoring grid ( for the purposes of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors) of the firms graded and evaluated through the District's approved "Pool" of Engineering Firms for the provision of Professional Engineering Services for "FM 493 & Country Road -2018 Bond Referendum Project #12". FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK SAMES, Inc. 95.33 Perez Consulting Engineers 94.33 Melden & Hunt, Inc. 93.33 3). Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm _______________________________, for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for "FM 493 & Country Road -2018 Bond Referendum Project #12". H. 68201 1). Request exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. 2). Presentation of scoring grid ( for the purposes of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors) of the firms graded and evaluated through the District's approved "Pool" of Engineering Firms for the provision of Professional Engineering Services for "East Mercedes -2018 Bond Referendum Project #10B". FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation 91.67 SWG Engineering, LLC 90.00 Dannenbaum Enginering Company - McAllen, LLC 91.33 3). Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm _______________________________, for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for "East Mercedes -2018 Bond Referendum Project #10B". I. 68181 1). Request exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. 2). Presentation of scoring grid ( for the purposes of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors) of the firms graded and evaluated through the District's approved "Pool" of Engineering Firms for the provision of Professional Engineering Services for "Mile 9 N & FM 1015 -2018 Bond Referendum Project #24". FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK Dannenbaum Engineering Company – McAllen, LLC 91.33 SWG Engineering, LLC 90.00 Halff Associates, Inc. 96.67 Perez Consulting Engineers 94.33 Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc. 91.00 3). Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm _______________________________, for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for "Mile 9 N & FM 1015 -2018 Bond Referendum Project #24". 6. 68198 2012 Bond Referendum - 2013 Bond Series: A. Approval of Budget Amendment in to transfer Funds from the contingency account of Fund 133 to the Following Projects. 1. Raymondville Drain in the amount $37,863.45 2. J-09 Drain in the amount of $90,962.33 3. South Pharr McAllen Lateral in the amount of $106,336.68 4. South Mercedes Lateral in the amount of $17,851.41 6. Rural Drainage Development Pct 1 in the amount of $7,491.46 7. Rural Drainage Development Pct 2 in the amount of $18,497.07 8. Rural Drainage Development Pct 4 in the amount of $386,249.60 9. Control Structures in the amount of $472,900.57 7. 68174 Drainage District-General Operations A. Requesting authority to advertise and approval of Request for Qualifications (RFQ) packet (including qualifications, requirements, and scope of services) as attached hereto for "Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Pool of Professional Engineering Services" (2019), for selection of firms per project on an "as needed basis" through grading/scoring, ranking, negotiation protocol as established by the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Board of Directors. 8. 68179 Drainage District -General Operations A. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-17-040-06-27), with L&G Engineering, for the project: "Pct. 2 & 3 Roadway System Off-Site Drainage Improvements", to reflect an extension to the termination date for additional two (2) years. (subject to Legal review and compliance to HB1295) 9. 68177 Drainage District - General Operations A. Requesting approval for payment of claims to the following District vendors and authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed. 1. Halff Associates, Inc. Invoice Nos. 15767 and 15787 totaling $147,780.89. 2. S & B Infrastructure, Inc. in the amount $64,594.76 10. 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. 11. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 12. Closed Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 13. Open Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 14. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
County Judge's Office: A. 68149 Resolution in honor of Hidalgo County Treasurer Norma G. Garcia.
B. 68169 Resolution honoring County Judge Ramon Garcia by designating the law library in the new Hidalgo County Courthouse as the Hidalgo County Judge Ramon Garcia Law Library.
1. 68239 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. 68240 Presentation of Fund Information Report B. 67943 Pursuant to Local Government Code Sections 114.023-.025, requesting approval of Monthly Financial Report for the Month of October 2018. C. 68142 Pursuant to Local Government Code §114.044, requesting approval of the attached monthly collection reports. D. 68141 Pursuant to Local Government Code §115.0035, requesting approval of the attached County Auditor's review/audit letters. 3. 2018 Intradepartmental Transfers: A. 68222 2018 - Pct 2 Sanitation (1100) B. 68189 2018 - Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office (1100) C. 68184 2018 - Nuisance Abatement Division (1100) D. 68145 2018 - County Court at Law No.6 (1100) E. 68159 2018 - DA CIVIL LITIGATION (1100) F. 68143 2018 - Pct.4 Road Maint (1200) G. 68146 2018 - Jail (1100) H. 68123 2018 - Constable Precinct 4 (1100) I. 68092 2018 - DA Check Fraud (1222) J. 68108 2018 - Constable Pct. 2: (1100) K. 68114 2018 - 139th DC (1100) L. 68002 2018 Elections LIT (1100) 4. 2018 Interdepartmental Transfers: A. 68132 CO2017-Pct 2 Owassa Rd(Jackson-Raul Longoria) Prj (1351): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from CO2017-Pct 2 Cesar Chavez Rd(Bus83-Nolana) Road Project to CO2017-Pct 2 Owassa Rd (Jackson-Raul Longoria) Road Project in the amount of $200,000.00 to fund interlocal cooperation agreement contribution to the City of Pharr. B. 68215 Pct 2 CRC-Alamo (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Sanitation to Pct 2 CRC Alamo in the amount of $500.00 to fund operating expenditures. C. 68155 CO2017-Pct 2 Owassa Rd(Jackson-R. Longoria) (1351): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from CO2017-Pct 4 Memorial Park to CO2017-Pct 2 Owassa Rd(Jackson-R.Longoria) in the amount of $200,000.00 for Pct 4 portion relating to interlocal agreement with City of Pharr for the improvements to Owassa Road between Jackson and US281. D. 68158 District Attorney's Office (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from program 013 (DA CIVIL LITIGATION) to program 002 (CRIM DA) in the amount of $1,688.52. E. 68089 Pct. #1: Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from fund 1347, program 118, 211, 213, 219, 224 and 226, to program 242 in the amount of $37,640.86 to cover expenditures for Valdez Rd. Project. 5. 2019 Intradepartmental transfers: A. 68206 2019 - CW Adm (1200) B. 68191 2019 - Pct 2 Rd Maint (1200) 6. 2019 Interdepartmental transfers: A. 68204 Various Dept (1100): Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency to various departments in the total amount of $147,848.06 for personnel actions. 7. Planning Department: A. 68121 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. 68103 1. Pipeline and Utility Permits a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation Legal Description: 5 Acres out of Lot 3 block 104 Engelman Subdivision (Pct. 1) (FM 493 & Mile 13 North Road) Location of Pipeline or Utilities: South side of Mile 13 North Road. Proposed Right-of-Way Improvement: 1-3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 13 North Road. b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation Legal Description: 2 acres out of Block 196 Hill Halbert Subdivision (Pct. 1) (Mile 10 North Road & Billman Road) Location of Pipeline or Utilities: North side of Mile 10 North Road. Proposed Right-of-Way Improvement: 1-1” Water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 10 North Road. 8. Executive Office: A. 68233 New Courthouse Project: Requesting approval for County Treasurer to issue checks to Morganti Texas, Inc. and HDR Architecture, Inc. for pending invoices submitted, after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor 9. Tax Refunds: A. 68093 ACCOUNT NUMBER PAYER AMOUNT A1771.00.000.0000.00 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $22,525.01 H0100.00.000.0001.00 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $9,466.05 H0100.02.00A.0001.00 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $11,299.99 H0111.00.000.0001.00 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $128,302.95 H0152.01.000.0001.00 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $5,343.85 H0160.02.000.0002.00 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $6,122.37 H1937.00.000.0002.00 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $3,222.27 H2550.00.007.0001.25 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $19,459.28 H2550.00.007.0001.25 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $17,733.94 H2550.00.007.0001.26 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $15,203.70 H2550.00.007.0001.26 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $11,467.70 M2069.00.000.000A.00 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $19,301.54 M2069.00.000.000A.00 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $21,675.55 P7400.00.000.0001.04 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $24,927.14 S2900.00.000.0001.00 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $5,632.06 S2979.00.00A.0001.00 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $141,408.65 W0640.00.000.0002.00 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $7,289.40 W2240.00.000.0000.00 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $16,490.66 B. 68105 Account Number Payer Amount H0110.02.000.0001.00 HEB Grocery Company LP $11,588.23 H0110.02.000.0001.00 HEB Grocery Company LP $10,955.05 P2344.00.000.0001.00 HEB Grocery Company LP $9,002.56 P2344.00.000.0001.00 HEB Grocery Company LP $12,809.31 P7400.00.000.0001.04 HEB Grocery Company LP $22,156.69 S2979.00.00A.0001.00 HEB Grocery Company LP $34,568.58 T8566.00.000.0001.00 HEB Grocery Company LP $2,794.10 T8566.00.000.0001.00 HEB Grocery Company LP $2,784.10 W3800.00.539.000.10 HEB Grocery Company LP $20,624.99 10. Membership Dues/Certifications: A. 68151 DBM: Requesting approval to pay membership dues to the Texas Chapter Public Risk Management Association (PRIMA) for Jose Jackson, Wk. Comp. Specialist II, with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. B. 67859 Fire Marshal: Requesting approval to pay required certification renewal fees and applicable late fees in the total amount of $112.50 payable to the Texas Commission on Fire Protection, using the State of Texas Travel Card for Deputy Fire Marshal Oscar Lopez with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. C. 67995 District Attorney (1100): Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA) for the following employee: Andrea Maldonado, Benito Alonzo III, Juan E. Bazan, Kriselda Hinojosa, Martin I. Garza, and William Harrison McPherson, in the amount of $360.00 (Requisition #383447), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor. D. 67847 Tax Office: Requesting approval to pay 2019 membership dues to International Association of Auto Theft Investigators (IAATI) in the amount of $80.00 for Cesar Solis ($40.00) and Marlen Trevino ($40.00) - (Req# 383166)with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. 11. Budget & Management: B. Interfund transfers: 1. 68212 TxDOT Pct 2 Regional Park Prj (1315): Approval of 2018 inter-fund transfer from CO2016-Pct 2 C. Chvz(Bus 83-Nolana) (fund 1350) to TxDOT Pct 2 Regional Park Project Phase II(fund 1315) in the amount of $200,000.00 to fund project expenditures. 2. 68156 Transfers Out - Health Grants (1100)/Transfers In - General Fund (1293)(1285): Approval of 2019 interfund transfer from Transfers Out-Stop Truancy Const Pct 3 (1100) and Transfers Out-BIO/EWIDS/EPA (1100) into Transfers In-Stop Truancy Const Pct 3 (1285) and Transfers Out-BIO/EWIDS/EPA (1293) in the total amount of $388,100 to allocate funds in the correct fiscal year. 3. 68064 Pct3 Rd Maint (1200): Approval of 2018 interfund transfer from Pct 3 Parks to Pct 3 Rd Maintenance in the amount of $98,043.58. 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. 68183 Emergency Management: Requesting authorization to remove the assets listed in Exhibit A and Exhibit C from the Office of Emergency Management inventory as further detailed on the attached supporting documentation. B. 68094 Approval of Application for Payment No. 19 in the amount of $26,687.75 for the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park project submitted by contractor, Clore Construction, LLC through Contract C-16-378-02-21 and reviewed by the project engineer, Ricardo Gallaga, P.E. C. 68217 Approval of payment of Inv# OWASSAHID100318 to the City of Pharr in the amount of $400,000.00 for the county's contribution through the inter-local cooperation agreement approved by CC 7/31/2012 AI#33444, for the Pct 2 Owassa Rd (Jackson-R Long) Project, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. D. 68170 Requesting approval of Application for Payment No. 12 in the amount of $29,389.57 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. E. 68182 BCAP/PCT.1 Requesting acceptance and approval of payment for Invoice No. 18111 in the amount of $7,188.75 as submitted by project engineer Javier Hinojosa Engineering provided under Contract# C-CAP-18-051-02-27 for Barboza Lopez #2, Big John, Martin and Val Verde North Subdivisions. F. 68188 Acceptance and approval of project invoice submitted by Centennial Contractors for services of the: Hidalgo County Sidewalks: Invoice / Project PO #787685, AIA Documents G702/G703 Application #1/(Final) in the amount of $18,056.43 and including approval of Certificate of Substantial Final Completion G. 68113 Pct. 1 is requesting approval to pay the following invoices for services rendered in connection with the Sunset Park Operations Facility-WA#1, as submitted by Halff Associates, Inc. Invoice No. Date Amount 00014167 07/23/18 $ 19,079.60 00015167 08/21/18 $ 20,020.00 00017270 10/23/18 $ 3,787.50 00018036 11/14/18 $ 2,277.95 H. 68164 Requesting authority to advertise (including the authority to re-advertise if necessary/required) and approval of procurement packets (i.e., specifications, legal notice etc.) as attached hereto for Construction of Green Valley Development Subdivision, a Hidalgo County Pct 4 BCAP Project. I. 68144 Requesting approval to rescind action taken by HCCC on meetings of October 23,2018 (C/AI-67167) and October 30,2018 (C/AI -67335) for the Assets listed below [only] that were erroneously characterized as stolen, but during an inventory audit were located at various locations throughout Precinct 4. Asset number 69005 located at the M. Rd Annex Building; Asset number 56170 located at the Administration Building; and Asset number 70719 located at the Milo Ponce Park Asset number 69004 was located at the M. Rd Annex Building Asset number 30666 was located at the Mechanic Shop Asset number 50935 was located at the Administration Building; and Asset number 54545 was located at the San Carlos CRC Asset number 54859 located at Administration Building Asset number 69165 located at Administration Building J. 68122 Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year Commercial Fire Monitoring Agreement in the amount of $239.88 per year commencing 12/18/2018 -12/17/2019 with an automatic renewal under the same rates, terms and conditions with Triple R Fire and Safety for requisition 383632 for the following location: Hidalgo County Administration Building 2102 S. Business Hwy 281. K. 68119 Precinct 3 is requesting approval to surplus and remove the following assets from their inventory detailed on "Exhibit A" for the purpose of destruction and disposal via landfill as the assets are obsolete and damaged with no value for which it was originally intended. L. 68120 Precinct 3 is requesting removal of the items detailed on Exhibit "B" and Exhibit "C" from the inventory, as all items were damaged during Torrential Rain of June 2016 and water from Hurricane Alex on July 2010, water damaged beyond repair as further confirmed and supported through the documentations attached. M. 68104 Pct. 1 is requesting approval of payment on invoice #4486 in the amount $3,085.24 submitted by R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation, in connection with engineering services provided for Valdez Road Paving & Drainage Improvements project. N. 68107 PCT. #1: Requesting approval to pay invoice #10014 in the amount of $1,654.49 for services rendered in connection with Tax Office Project - WA#1, as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC. O. 68110 Hidalgo County Precinct 4 requests removing the following Hidalgo County fixed assets [as detailed in Exhibit "C, D, & E" attached hereto] from current inventory list. P. 67980 1. Requesting authority to exercise the Sixty (60) Day grace period extension as provided in the current agreement, E-18-030 for the purpose of "Turnkey Burial Services (including cemetery plots) for Unidentified Pauper Remains (aka John Does)" for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms and conditions with Mid Valley Cemetery dba Val Verde Memorial Gardens, Inc. effective 01/25/19 and expires 03/25/19 or (upon completion of the procurement process whichever comes first) and is most advantageous to Hidalgo County; 2. Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications/requirements, legal notice, draft requirements agreement, etc.) as attached hereto for Hidalgo County -"Turnkey Burial Services (including cemetery plots) for Unidentified Pauper Remains (aka John Does)", RFB No.: 2019-007-00-SGS, including the re-advertisement of project in the event No Bids, are received and/or are rejected and project is still required. Q. 67968 Requesting authority to exercise the Sixty (60) Day grace period extension as provided in the current agreements contract E-18-041-01-30 with Easy Access Inc for the purposes of Credit Card Payment for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms and conditions to effective on 01/27/2019 and expires 03/28/19 so as to have no lapse in service while procurement process is completed and awarded. R. 68028 Approval of the addition of fuel cards including, but not limited to, the following: Hidalgo County Constable Pct No. 3 - fuel cards
Budget & Management: A. 68137 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $443,108.38 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 12/06/18 to 12/12/18. 12/06-12/18 $443,108.38 TOTAL $443,108.38 2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
County Judge's Office: B. 68130 Acknowledgment of receipt of a Texas Association of Telecommunication Officers and Advisors (TATOA) video award presented to Hidalgo County Public Affairs Division and recognition of Multimedia Coordinator Jaclyn Treviño. C. 68161 Discussion, consideration and action on Texas Enterprise Zone Program Mandatory Annual report form and authority for Michael Leo, county designee, to sign all related documents. D. 68195 Discussion, consideration, and approval of new Guidelines and Criteria for Granting Tax Abatements in Hidalgo County. E. 68227 Discussion and approval of Tax Abatement Agreement between Hidalgo County and Monte Alto/West Willacy Windpower, LLC and approve order on the same. F. 68226 Discussion and approval of Tax Abatement Agreement between Hidalgo County and La Joya Windpower, LLC and approve order on the same. G. 68224 Discussion and approval of Tax Abatement Agreement between Hidalgo County and Monte Cristo Windpower, LLC and approve order on the same. H. 68194 Discussion and approval of Tax Abatement Agreement between Hidalgo County and United Parcel Service, Inc and approve order on the same. I. 68192 Discussion and approval of Tax Abatement Agreement between Hidalgo County and Buenos Aires Windpower, LLC and approve order on the same. J. 68232 Discussion and approval of Tax Abatement Agreement between Hidalgo County and Black and Decker, Inc. and approve order on the same. K. 68234 1. Requesting an exception to the Hidalgo County Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) Policy, as to term. 2. Requesting approval of Amended and Restated Interlocal Agreement between Hidalgo County, City of Penitas, and Reinvestment Zone Number One, City of Penitas.
District Attorney's Office: A. 68160 1. DA Check Fraud (1222): Approval of 2019 appropriation of funds for the DA-Check Fraud (1222) budget. 2. DA- Investigation HB 65 Ch. 59 (1223): Approval of 2019 appropriation of funds for the DA-CCP 59 (1223) budget. 3. DA Pre-Trial (1225): Approval of 2019 appropriation of funds for the DA-Pretrial (1225) budget. 4. DA-US Justice (1256): Approval of 2019 appropriation of funds for the DA-US Justice (1256) budget. B. 68115 Hidalgo County DA's Office - Region 3-Border Prosecution Unit (BPU) Grant (1281): Approval to submit a BPU Grant #2537808 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG). C. 68007 Title IV-E: 1. Approval of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services Contract #23941008. 2. Approval for County Judge to sign contract.
Head Start Program: A. 68165 Discussion/Approval of Hidalgo County Head Start Program Policy Council By Laws
HIDTA - Task Force: A. 67994 Authorization and approval to accept an extension on FY2017(G17SS0002A) HIDTA Grant from 12/31/18 to 6/30/19 B. 68209 District Attorney Federal Sharing US Justice Asset Forfeiture Fund (1256): Authorization and approval to pay extra duty hours from January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019 to Deputies assigned to the Hidalgo County Criminal District Attorney's Office HIDTA Task Force from the following departments: Constable Pct. 3, Constable Pct. 4, Sheriff's Office C. 68163 HIDTA Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture (1251)/District Attorney Federal Sharing US Treasury Fund (1252)/District Attorney Federal Sharing US Department of Justice Fund (1256): 1. Approval of 2019 HIDTA Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture Budget (1251). 2. Approval of 2019 District Attorney Federal Sharing U.S. Treasury Fund Budget (1252). 3. Approval of 2019 District Attorney Federal Sharing U.S. Department of Justice Budget ( 1256). 4. Authorization and approval for the Hidalgo County Criminal District Attorney's Office HIDTA Task agents to be paid instead of banking extra-duty hours from January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
County Clerk's Office - Arturo Guajardo, Jr.: A. 68166 Requesting approval of 2019 Elected Officials Bonds: OFFICIAL NAME OFFICE 1 Richard F. Cortez County Judge 2 Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu Commissioner Pct. #2 3 Ellie Torres Commissioner Pct. #4 4 Laura Hinojosa District Clerk 5 Rodolfo Gonzalez (revised) CC #1 - Judge 6 Juan Jose Pena, Jr. (revised) J.P. Pct. 3, Pl. 2 7 Jason Pena J.P. Pct. 5, Pl. 1 8 Jesus Morales J.P. Pct. 1, Pl. 2
Sheriff's Office: A. 68010 Requesting authorization for Sheriff Guerra, to sign and submit NIBRS waiver requests for the FY17 JAG award (2017-H2526-XDJ) and the FY18 JAG award (JAG FY18 2018-DJ-BX-0414) to the Bureau of Justice Assistance U.S. Department of Justice. B. 68079 Sheriff - Operation Stonegarden FY2018 (1284): Authorization and approval to submit Op Order Version 0, Specialized Equipment Justification Letter, Vehicle Justification Letter, Equipment Justification Letter and Price Act Waiver in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY2018. C. 67813 Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Alejandro A. Salazar, graduate from the 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 January 31, 2019. D. 67814 Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Lindsey A. Guerra, 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. E. 68167 1. Approval to declare surplus and remove from County Inventory list, County Asset #69308 (German Shepherd) Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office K-9 "Miho" due to incompatibility with HCSO K-9 handlers, causing inability to perform work duties. 2. Approval for the return of K-9 "Miho" to donor Deputy Francisco Guerrero, as per agreement (AI# 54849 06/14/16) after removal from Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office service.
Constable Pct. #4: A. 68150 Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Erik Hector Escobar as Reserve Deputy Constable by Constable A. "J.R." Gaitan, Constable Precinct 4 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.
Constable Pct. #5: A. 68080 Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Efrain Barrientos, Javier Garza & Steven Guerrero as Reserve Deputy Constables by Constable Daniel Marichalar, Constable Pct. 5, in accordance to Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.
Executive Office: A. 68242 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 C. 68096 Title VI Nondiscrimination: Discussion, consideration, and approval of the Hidalgo County Title VI Annual Work Plan & Accomplishment Report for FY2018. D. 68219 Authorization and approval to purchase new wireless data service plans through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following: Department: Qty: Description: User: Service Plan: Equipment: County Judge's 4 Cell Phone w/service Office Use Nationwide Unl. Mins. Email&Data Unl+ MHS N&W/M2M/MSG Unl.@$69.99/ea per month E. 67974 Approval of 2019 Museum Funding Agreement between County of Hidalgo and Museum of South Texas History in the amount of $460,000.00 F. 67972 Approval of 2019 Museum Funding Agreement between County of Hidalgo and the Donna Hooks Fletcher Museum in the amount of $10,000.00 G. 67973 Approval of 2019 Museum Funding Agreement between County of Hidalgo and the Mission Historical Museum in the amount of $10,000.00
Human Resources: A. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (if applicable) for personnel items listed B. 68218 Criminal District Attorney: 1. Approval of the following personnel actions as per exhibit A. 2. Approval of appropriation of funds. C. 68128 Criminal District Attorney (1100)/ DA CCP59 (1223)/ DA Bond Forfeiture Commissions (1100): Approval of the following personnel actions effective upon Commissioners' Court approval and for Calendar Year 2019: Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Auto Allowance Delete 080-002 0090 Assistant District Attorney III 17 $900.00 080-007 0175 $0.00 080-016 0007 $0.00 Create 080-002 0156 Assistant District Attorney IV 19 $900.00 080-007 0204 $0.00 080-016 0024 $0.00 D. 68136 Pct. 2 Road Maintenance (1200): Approval of the following personnel actions effective 01/01/2019, as follows: Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Create 122-006 TBD Clerk III 05 Create 122-006 TBD Equipment Operator I 06 Create 122-006 TBD Maintenance IV 09 E. 68116 County Clerk (1100): 1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 01/01/2019 as follows: Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Delete 180-001 0006 Supervisor II, Collections 11 Create 180-001 TBD Supervisor III, Collections 13 2. Approval to revise the (CCP) Classified Positions List. F. 68168 Elections Department (1100): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 01/01/2019: Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Current Position Title Current Grade/Step Proposed Position Title Proposed Grade/Step Reclassification 130-001 0120 System Support Specialist III G15S01 Information System Administrator G16S01 G. 68202 Purchasing (1100): 1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 01/01/2019: Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Create 160-001 TBD Administrative Analyst 07 2. Approval to revise the (CCP) Classified Positions List.
Urban County: A. 68099 1. Hold a Public Hearing to consider public comments for Hidalgo County’s request to submit a Performance Statement Amendment for the Self-Help Center Program Contract #7216003 under the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA), Office of Colonia Initiative (OCT) – Colonia Self-Help Center (SHC). 2. Requesting approval to submit Performance Statement Amendment #1 to the Hidalgo County Colonia Self-Help Center Contract Grant #7216003 under the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA), Office of Colonia Initiative (OCT) – Colonia Self-Help Center (SHC) and approval of Resolution No. 1. B. 68157 "Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, when and if Applicable." The Urban County Program is requesting the award of bids and the approval of contracts with R G Enterprises, LLC, dba G & G Contractors & A-One Insulation for the demolition and reconstruction of the following: 1. (5) Units in the Countywide area and (1) unit in the City of Mercedes in the total contract amount of $342,150.00 to R G Enterprises, LLC, dba G & G Contractors 2. (1) Unit in the City of San Juan and (1) unit in the City of Alamo in the total contract amount of $128,700.00 to A-One Insulation. C. 68171 Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with Filegonia Site Contractors, LLC, for the base bid and alternate no 2 in the amount of $277,456.05. UCP Fiscal Years’ 28, 29 & 30 (2015, 2016 & 2017) San Juan - Street Improvement funds will be utilized. D. 68101 1. Requesting consideration and approval of the Urban County Program (UCP) Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) Closeout for Grant # B-08-UN-48-0501 2. Requesting consideration, approval and authorization for Ramon Garcia, Hidalgo County Judge to sign applicable Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP3) Closeout documents E. 68131 1. Requesting acceptance and action to correct the base bid submitted by NM Contracting, LLC total from $337,000.00 to $291,288.00, due to contractor's mathematical error. 2. Subject to compliance with HB 1295, requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with NM Contracting LLC., in the amount of $ 294,647.00 (Base bid and Alternate No. 1). UCP Funds from FY 30 (2017) Parks, Recreational Facility Improvements line item will be utilized. F. 68056 1. Requesting authority to cease negotiations with the highest ranked firm RABA Kistner approved on December 4, 2018 (AI-67821), as they do not provide said services 2. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the second highest ranked firm Fulcrum Consulting Services, for the provision of professional engineering services for an Urban County Program Years 30 & 31 (2017 & 2018) City of Progreso – Street Improvements project.
Health & Human Services Department: A. 67960 Discussion, consideration and approval of Amendment # 3 of Memorandum of Agreement from June 2, 2015 between Hidalgo County Health and Human Services and University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston- Brownsville Campus. B. Health Care Funding District: 1. 67958 A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for DSRIP Payment and Monitoring IGT 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 1/3/19 and settlement date of 1/4/19. 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 appropriation of funds from the LPPF 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 C. 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: A. 68100 Discussion and approval of the following 2019 Rural Emergency Services Interlocal Agreement(s) with: 1.) City of Elsa 2.) City of Mercedes 3.) City of Palmview 4.) City of Pharr 5,) City of Weslaco
Community Service Agency: A. 68076 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.
Elections Administration: A. 68095 Requesting approval of reimbursement to Yvonne Ramon in the amount of $49.75 for fuel expense incurred while on county business, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Planning Department: A. 68124 1. Preliminary Approval a. Figueroa Rodriguez Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Miguel M. Rodriguez) (Mile 9 ½ North Road & FM 493) No. of Lots: 2 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain onto Mile 9 ½ North Road side ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s Paved: Yes, Mile 9 ½ North Road is paved. b. North Valley Ranchettes Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Premier Equity Investments, LLC.) (Mile 12 North Road & Mile 4 West Road) No. of Lots: 12 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided via a proposed detention pond dedicated to HCDD#1 with an outfall structure discharging to an existing drain ditch south of Mile 12 North Road. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Weslaco. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s Paved: Yes, Mile 12 North Road is paved. c. Las Comadres #5 Subdivision - Pct. 3 (Carlos G. Leal, Jr.) (Texan Avenue & Mile 4 North Road) No. of Lots: 76 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Yes, Drainage consists of a storm sewer system discharging to a HCDD#1 Regional Detention Facility approximately ½ mile southwest from the proposed subdivision. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission. Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s Paved: Yes, Texan Avenue is paved and 4 internal streets to be paved. 2. Final Approval a. RePlat of Lots 1 & 2 Riviera Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Claudia Viera) (Skinner Road & Monte Cristo Road) No. of Lots: 2 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation on large lots with surface runoff draining onto Skinner Road side ditch. ETJ: No, Rural Area Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s Paved: Yes, Skinner Road is paved. b. Dollar General Donna Addition Subdivision- Pct. 1 (David O. Calderon) (Val Verde Road & Canton Road) No. of Lots: 2 Commercial Flood Zone: C Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by onsite detention based on the approved site plan at development permit stage. ETJ: No, Rural Area Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s to be installed at development permit stage. Paved: Yes, Canton Road and Val Verde Road are paved. 3. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee a. A Valadez #2 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Adolfo Valadez) (Mile 20 North Road & Val Verde Road) No. of Lots: 5 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation with surface runoff draining onto Mile 20 North Road side ditch. ETJ: No, Rural Area Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s have been escrowed. Paved: Yes, Mile 20 North Road is paved. *Final Approval with Cash Deposit in the amount of $7,500.00 for 5 OSSF’s. B. 67811 Requesting approval to reimburse Fernando Garza, Jr., GIS Operator III, the amount of $20.00 for paying the registration fee to attend a workshop sponsored by RGV ARC User Group, at McAllen Convention Center on November 15, 2018.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes: A. 68106 Pct. 1 is requesting approval to accept the counter offer to purchase tracts of land known as Parcel numbers 37, 38, 44a, 44b, 44c, and 65 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. 68031 1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the County of Hidalgo by and through the Hidalgo County Urban County Program and the City of Hidalgo, regarding the construction of a recreational facility in the City's Valle Alto Park for the use of City and County Residents for the Pct 2 Valle Alto Park Youth Facility Project. 2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) project regarding the Pct 2 Valle Alto Park Youth Facility Project. B. 68026 Requesting approval to enter into a License Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 2 concerning the construction of a pedestrian bridge over an irrigation canal and right of way for the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park-Phase II.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores: A. 68147 Requesting approval to accept the counteroffer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel No. 17 associated with the Liberty Road Project Phase I (ROW CSJ No. 0921-02-372) with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administrative Evaluation and Approval Form.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Palacios: A. 68216 Discussion, consideration and approval of Order Closing, Abandoning and Vacating a County Road (an unopened 50' county road adjacent to lots sixteen (16) through (28), Fountain Subdivision) to the extent of the Hidalgo County's interest.
Budget & Management: A. 68126 Various Departments: Approval of changes to the 2019 Salary Schedule as listed on Exhibit A. B. 67988 1. Approval to enter into an Interlocal Agreement between Hidalgo County and Hidalgo County Community Supervision and Corrections Department. 2. Approval to delete the following positions, effective 01/01/19: Dept./Prog. Slot No. Grade Position Title Budgeted Supplemental Amount 320-014 0001 12 Adult Supervision Officer $46,318.00 320-014 0002 03 Clerk II $30,250.00 320-034 0001 12 Adult Supervision Officer $46,318.00 320-034 0002 12 Adult Supervision Officer $50,646.00 320-034 0003 06 Technician II $31,827.00 320-034 0004 06 Technician II $30,000.00 320-034 0005 06 Technician II $30,000.00 320-034 0006 06 Technician II $30,000.00 320-034 0007 06 Technician II $31,827.00 C. 68214 Pct. 4 Rd. Maintenance/ Pct. 4 Drain Imprv Prj (1200): 1. Approval of the following change in funding source as per exhibit A. 2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer. D. 67996 Approval to designate funds in 2018 for expenditures related to the following programs: 1115 Waiver (240-005) in the amount of $2,973,376.48 New Courthouse (125-035) in the amount of $2,658,531.15 UT Health Snap-Ed (124-212-9) in the amount of $106,067.41 Flood Control Water Extraction 2018 (115-092) in the amount of $2,861,785.66 E. 68135 Co. Records Mgmt (1238) Approval of 2018 appropriation of funds in the amount of $17,280.00 for the District Clerk (dept. 090) to fund records storage services. F. 68138 Pct 1 Rd. Maint. (1200): 1. 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. 2. Approval of 2018 appropriation in the amount of $61,758.13 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. Hidalgo County 1. 68205 Acceptance and approval to execute Amendment No. 2 between Hidalgo County and Terracon Consultants, Inc. to modify the Owner's Designated Representative clause in the Agreement for the "Construction of New Hidalgo County Courthouse" Project. 2. 68200 Acceptance and approval to execute Amendment No. 5 between Hidalgo County and contractor, Morganti Texas, Inc. to modify the Owner's Designated Representative clause in the Agreement for the "Construction of New Hidalgo County Courthouse" Project. 3. 68139 A. Acceptance and approval by Hidalgo County Commissioners Court of a portable/modular building [1560 sq.ft.] as stated in the letter attached herein from Mission Regional Medical Center with a value of $15K which currently sets on county-owned property in Sullivan City, Texas. B. Assignment/Designation of accepted building for the use by Purchasing Dept. for placement at the completion of the Impound and Surplus Facility located in Pct. #4. 4. 68112 Discussion, consideration and action on Amendment No. 1 to Interlocal Agreement between and by and between Hidalgo County and the City of Edinburg under #C-15-061-01-20 for Handling/Disposal of Non-Hazardous Municipal Solid Waste to include a type of ash debris [as further detailed in supporting document]. B. Executive Office 1. 68221 Acceptance and approval of a short term contract [not to exceed a six months] with MindCentric [hosting e-mail services] commencing on 01-01-19 for continued services while conversion, training and all other services completed through new awarded vendor procurement is completed in an amount not to exceed the statutory procurement limit of $50K and subject to Form 1295 and subject to legal counsel, HC-DA/Civil Section. 2. 68210 A. Requesting exemption under Texas Local Government Code, 262.024(a)(4) a professional services for HC/IT software program maintenance; B. Acceptance and approval of a professional services agreement with Charles Graham for the provision of maintenance/support services for the Hidalgo County IT Department including all required and statutory submissions, insurance with final approval of document as to form by HC-DA/Civil Section with effective date of 01-01-19 for an initial term of one year with the County's option to renew/extend an additional one year. 3. 68178 Selection/designation/assignment of evaluation committee to review, score and grade the on-step responses submitted by participants in connection with the project titled: Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for the construction of an Hidalgo County County Services Facility and Justice Center with recommendation of the following make-up of members: A. Two/Purchasing Dept. and Two-Executive Office; OR, B. Other as requested by HCCC C. Pct. 1 1. 67836 A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024 (A) (4) a "professional service"; B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the the firms graded and evaluated through the County's approved pool of professional engineering service providers required for FM 88 from 5th Ave N. to FM 1925 located within Pct No. 1: Professional Engineering Services Firm Grade Ranking L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. 97.3 Fulcrum Consulting Services, Inc. 94.6 Civil Systems Engineering, Inc. 93.3 C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate professional service agreement for the purpose of Engineering Services for FM 88 from 5th Ave. N to FM 1925, a project located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1 with the No. 1 Ranked firm: ____________________________. 2. 68125 A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a "professional service"; B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded and evaluated through the County's approved pool" of professional Construction Material Testing/Geo Technical service providers required for (ON CALL) Construction Material Testing /Geo Technical Service projects located within Precinct No. 1: Professional Construction Material Testing/Geo Technical Services Firms Grade Ranking Raba Kistner Inc. 94.3 Professional Services Industries, Inc. 87.6 EarthCo. LLC 88.3 C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate professional service agreements for the purpose of ON CALL Professional Construction Material Testing/Geo Technical Services for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1 with No. 1 Ranked firm: ______________________. 3. 67989 Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement with Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. as it relates to Geo Technical and Construction Material Testing (On-Call) Services for Precinct No. 1 Project [HCCC action November 20, 2018 R-Ai # 67330]. 4. 67731 Pct. 1: A. Requesting approval of the First Amendment to Interlocal Agreement [ILA] by and between HC Pct. #1 and the City of Weslaco for the road improvements project of Mile 10, North from Mile 6 to FM 1015 resulting in the deletion of the ninth "Whereas Clause" deleted and replaced with inserted language "Whereas, the City desires to cooperate by contributing a lump sum amount of Six Hundred Eight-Five Thousand Three Hundred Seventy and Seventy-Six hundredths Dollars ($685,370.76) to County towards the project development activities. B. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the interlocal cooperation agreement in it's desire 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. D. Pct. 2 1. 68225 Recommendation by project engineer L & G Engineering to award to the responsible vendor submitting the lowest & best bid [while meeting all specifications & requirements] Texas Cordia Construction, LLC., of Edinburg, TX in the amount of $3,409,415.00 for RFB No. 2018-199-10-24-RFV, for the Regional Linear Park Project-Section 2" for Pct. 2. E. Pct. 4 1. 67977 Presentation of bids received as detailed in tabulation sheet contained herein, and authorization and approval to award the contract to the responsible bidder, Roy's Hauling Services, Inc. submitting the lowest and best bid [and meeting all specifications and/or requirements] for Request for Bid titled: "Hauling Services for all Road Materials" Hidalgo County Pct 4." through project no.: 2018-204-09-19-MEG. F. Constables 1. 68091 Acceptance and approval of the fire alarm monitoring service agreement for the monthly amount of $39.99 for Constable Pct.1 Building with Triple R Fire & Safety for the duration of term of agreement including the continuation of services through the life term of the monitoring equipment in place by user department through requisition 383502 subject to 1295 compliance. G. IT Department 1. 68127 Approval and acceptance of the negotiated agreement between Hidalgo County and SADA Systems (ranked by HCCC on 12-11-18) including the Best and Final Offer (BAFO) for RFP No. 2018-194-10-31-HGO - "Cloud Hosted & Managed Email Services". H. Sheriff's Office 1. 68129 A. Requesting approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement by and between Hidalgo County and the Department of Public Safety General Stores; B. Requesting approval to authorize County Judge to execute the agreement. I. Auditor's Office 1. 68102 a. Pursuant to current "Amended Sole Source Declaration" (CC action 12/12/12-R AI#35522) with Weidenhammer Systems Corporation for the continuous maintenance and support agreement for services related to Alio [HC's financial accounting system] as well as any future purchases of equipment, license, software, maintenance and support services in place for the life term of the equipment, software, hardware, maintenance support services; and b. Approval to enter into a Computer Processing Services Agreement for the service of "Hosting the County's Financial Data [Alio on the cloud] with an annal fee of $16,100.00and a one time setup fee of $1,765.00 for fiscal year 01/01/2019 -12/31/2019 including approval for County Auditor to sign/execute the required documents. J. County Clerk 1. 68133 Requesting the continuation of the preservation of Deed and Official Records volumes 1766-1834 & 1835-1996 with Kofile Technology, Inc. through HC membership/participation with TXMAS contract #18-3602 in the amount of $ 582,120.00 for the Hidalgo County Clerk's Office-Req. #383719 subject to receipt/compliance with Form 1295. K. Co. Wide 1. 68148 Recommending rescission of action taken on by HCCC on December 11, 2018, for AI#63913 in connection to authority to advertise and approval of the procurement packet for 2018-262-12-26-HGO - " Pre-positioned Extraction of Water (De-watering) Services" as a new procurement packet is required to include applicable requirements related to federal funding after DA-Civil Section's final approval as to form [with subsequent placement on HCCC agenda to request advertising and packet approval],
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. 68196 Civil No. 15-cv-435; Gregorio Trevino, Jr v Hidalgo County et,al and Civil No. 7:15-cv-477; Pedro Garcia, Jr. v Hidalgo County et al D. 68117 Claim of Toribio Cortina E. 68172 Claim of AT&T 29. 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)
30. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 68197 Civil No. 15-cv-435; Gregorio Trevino, Jr v Hidalgo County et,al and Civil No. 7:15-cv-477; Pedro Garcia, Jr. v Hidalgo County et al D. 68118 Claim of Toribio Cortina E. 68173 Claim of AT&T 31. Closed Session: Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 32. Open Session: Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 33. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. 2018 Bond Referendum Projects: A. 68180 1). Request exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. 2). Presentation of scoring grid ( for the purposes of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors) of the firms graded and evaluated through the District's approved "Pool" of Engineering Firms for the provision of Professional Engineering Services for "Mile 10 N & Mile 1 W -2018 Bond Referendum Project #21". FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK Javier Hinojosa Engineering 95.67 B2Z Engineering, LLC 95.00 Melden & Hunt, Inc. 93.33 R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation 91.67 CSJ Group 89.67 3). Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm _______________________________, for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for "Mile 10 N & Mile 1 W -2018 Bond Referendum Project #21". B. 68231 Approval to issue payment on the following items proceeding review & compliance of contract terms & conditions: CIP 133-2012 Bonds Bdgt: 300-J09 Drain 1. Application for payment No. 4 in the amount of $128,166.30 from Rigney Construction, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-18-015-03-28-J09 Drain Improvements Phase 2-Roadway & Field Crossings. Project Engineer: Jason M. Adams, P.E.-Tedsi Infrastructure Group PO#634435 2. Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $154,128.07 from Castle Enterprises, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-18-020-05-08 J09 Phase 3 Drainage Improvements. Project Engineer: Jason M. Adams, P.E.-Tedsi Infrastructure PO#634761 C. 68229 Drainage District-General Operations Matters Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 1 for additional services in relation to the professional engineering services agreement with S&B Infrastructure LTD, for the provision of construction engineering inspection and management services for the improvements to the Pharr-McAllen South Drain Construction project in the amount of $39,033.21. Subject to Legal Review and compliance to HB1295 (if applicable). D. 68213 1). Request exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. 2). Presentation of scoring grid ( for the purposes of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors) of the firms graded and evaluated through the District's approved "Pool" of Engineering Firms for the provision of Professional Engineering Services for "Southwest Weslaco -2018 Bond Referendum Project #35". FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK Alpha Infrastructure Engineering, PLLC 92.00 Strada Engineering and Consulting, LLC 87.67 CSJ Group 89.67 3). Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm _______________________________, for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for "Southwest Weslaco -2018 Bond Referendum Project #35". E. 68211 1). Request exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. 2). Presentation of scoring grid ( for the purposes of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors) of the firms graded and evaluated through the District's approved "Pool" of Engineering Firms for the provision of Professional Engineering Services for "Mile 10 N & Baseline Road -2018 Bond Referendum Project #20" FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc. 94.67 TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc. 93.67 S & B Infrastructure Group, Ltd. 94.00 3). Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm _______________________________, for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for "Mile 10 N & Baseline Road -2018 Bond Referendum Project #20". F. 68208 1). Request exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. 2). Presentation of scoring grid ( for the purposes of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors) of the firms graded and evaluated through the District's approved "Pool" of Engineering Firms for the provision of Professional Engineering Services for "Highway 281 & FM 88 -2018 Bond Referendum Project #14". FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc. 91.00 South Texas Infrastructure Group, LLC 90.00 Cortran Engineering, PLLC 89.67 3). Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm _______________________________, for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for "Highway 281 & FM 88 -2018 Bond Referendum Project #14". G. 68203 1). Request exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. 2). Presentation of scoring grid ( for the purposes of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors) of the firms graded and evaluated through the District's approved "Pool" of Engineering Firms for the provision of Professional Engineering Services for "FM 493 & Country Road -2018 Bond Referendum Project #12". FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK SAMES, Inc. 95.33 Perez Consulting Engineers 94.33 Melden & Hunt, Inc. 93.33 3). Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm _______________________________, for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for "FM 493 & Country Road -2018 Bond Referendum Project #12". H. 68201 1). Request exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. 2). Presentation of scoring grid ( for the purposes of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors) of the firms graded and evaluated through the District's approved "Pool" of Engineering Firms for the provision of Professional Engineering Services for "East Mercedes -2018 Bond Referendum Project #10B". FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation 91.67 SWG Engineering, LLC 90.00 Dannenbaum Enginering Company - McAllen, LLC 91.33 3). Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm _______________________________, for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for "East Mercedes -2018 Bond Referendum Project #10B". I. 68181 1). Request exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. 2). Presentation of scoring grid ( for the purposes of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors) of the firms graded and evaluated through the District's approved "Pool" of Engineering Firms for the provision of Professional Engineering Services for "Mile 9 N & FM 1015 -2018 Bond Referendum Project #24". FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK Dannenbaum Engineering Company – McAllen, LLC 91.33 SWG Engineering, LLC 90.00 Halff Associates, Inc. 96.67 Perez Consulting Engineers 94.33 Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc. 91.00 3). Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm _______________________________, for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for "Mile 9 N & FM 1015 -2018 Bond Referendum Project #24". 6. 68198 2012 Bond Referendum - 2013 Bond Series: A. Approval of Budget Amendment in to transfer Funds from the contingency account of Fund 133 to the Following Projects. 1. Raymondville Drain in the amount $37,863.45 2. J-09 Drain in the amount of $90,962.33 3. South Pharr McAllen Lateral in the amount of $106,336.68 4. South Mercedes Lateral in the amount of $17,851.41 6. Rural Drainage Development Pct 1 in the amount of $7,491.46 7. Rural Drainage Development Pct 2 in the amount of $18,497.07 8. Rural Drainage Development Pct 4 in the amount of $386,249.60 9. Control Structures in the amount of $472,900.57 7. 68174 Drainage District-General Operations A. Requesting authority to advertise and approval of Request for Qualifications (RFQ) packet (including qualifications, requirements, and scope of services) as attached hereto for "Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Pool of Professional Engineering Services" (2019), for selection of firms per project on an "as needed basis" through grading/scoring, ranking, negotiation protocol as established by the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Board of Directors. 8. 68179 Drainage District -General Operations A. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-17-040-06-27), with L&G Engineering, for the project: "Pct. 2 & 3 Roadway System Off-Site Drainage Improvements", to reflect an extension to the termination date for additional two (2) years. (subject to Legal review and compliance to HB1295) 9. 68177 Drainage District - General Operations A. Requesting approval for payment of claims to the following District vendors and authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed. 1. Halff Associates, Inc. Invoice Nos. 15767 and 15787 totaling $147,780.89. 2. S & B Infrastructure, Inc. in the amount $64,594.76 10. 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. 11. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 12. Closed Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 13. Open Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 14. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
County Judge's Office: A. 68149 Resolution in honor of Hidalgo County Treasurer Norma G. Garcia.
B. 68169 Resolution honoring County Judge Ramon Garcia by designating the law library in the new Hidalgo County Courthouse as the Hidalgo County Judge Ramon Garcia Law Library.
1. 68239 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. 68240 Presentation of Fund Information Report B. 67943 Pursuant to Local Government Code Sections 114.023-.025, requesting approval of Monthly Financial Report for the Month of October 2018. C. 68142 Pursuant to Local Government Code §114.044, requesting approval of the attached monthly collection reports. D. 68141 Pursuant to Local Government Code §115.0035, requesting approval of the attached County Auditor's review/audit letters. 3. 2018 Intradepartmental Transfers: A. 68222 2018 - Pct 2 Sanitation (1100) B. 68189 2018 - Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office (1100) C. 68184 2018 - Nuisance Abatement Division (1100) D. 68145 2018 - County Court at Law No.6 (1100) E. 68159 2018 - DA CIVIL LITIGATION (1100) F. 68143 2018 - Pct.4 Road Maint (1200) G. 68146 2018 - Jail (1100) H. 68123 2018 - Constable Precinct 4 (1100) I. 68092 2018 - DA Check Fraud (1222) J. 68108 2018 - Constable Pct. 2: (1100) K. 68114 2018 - 139th DC (1100) L. 68002 2018 Elections LIT (1100) 4. 2018 Interdepartmental Transfers: A. 68132 CO2017-Pct 2 Owassa Rd(Jackson-Raul Longoria) Prj (1351): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from CO2017-Pct 2 Cesar Chavez Rd(Bus83-Nolana) Road Project to CO2017-Pct 2 Owassa Rd (Jackson-Raul Longoria) Road Project in the amount of $200,000.00 to fund interlocal cooperation agreement contribution to the City of Pharr. B. 68215 Pct 2 CRC-Alamo (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Sanitation to Pct 2 CRC Alamo in the amount of $500.00 to fund operating expenditures. C. 68155 CO2017-Pct 2 Owassa Rd(Jackson-R. Longoria) (1351): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from CO2017-Pct 4 Memorial Park to CO2017-Pct 2 Owassa Rd(Jackson-R.Longoria) in the amount of $200,000.00 for Pct 4 portion relating to interlocal agreement with City of Pharr for the improvements to Owassa Road between Jackson and US281. D. 68158 District Attorney's Office (1100): Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from program 013 (DA CIVIL LITIGATION) to program 002 (CRIM DA) in the amount of $1,688.52. E. 68089 Pct. #1: Approval of 2018 interdepartmental transfer from fund 1347, program 118, 211, 213, 219, 224 and 226, to program 242 in the amount of $37,640.86 to cover expenditures for Valdez Rd. Project. 5. 2019 Intradepartmental transfers: A. 68206 2019 - CW Adm (1200) B. 68191 2019 - Pct 2 Rd Maint (1200) 6. 2019 Interdepartmental transfers: A. 68204 Various Dept (1100): Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency to various departments in the total amount of $147,848.06 for personnel actions. 7. Planning Department: A. 68121 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. 68103 1. Pipeline and Utility Permits a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation Legal Description: 5 Acres out of Lot 3 block 104 Engelman Subdivision (Pct. 1) (FM 493 & Mile 13 North Road) Location of Pipeline or Utilities: South side of Mile 13 North Road. Proposed Right-of-Way Improvement: 1-3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 13 North Road. b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation Legal Description: 2 acres out of Block 196 Hill Halbert Subdivision (Pct. 1) (Mile 10 North Road & Billman Road) Location of Pipeline or Utilities: North side of Mile 10 North Road. Proposed Right-of-Way Improvement: 1-1” Water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 10 North Road. 8. Executive Office: A. 68233 New Courthouse Project: Requesting approval for County Treasurer to issue checks to Morganti Texas, Inc. and HDR Architecture, Inc. for pending invoices submitted, after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor 9. Tax Refunds: A. 68093 ACCOUNT NUMBER PAYER AMOUNT A1771.00.000.0000.00 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $22,525.01 H0100.00.000.0001.00 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $9,466.05 H0100.02.00A.0001.00 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $11,299.99 H0111.00.000.0001.00 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $128,302.95 H0152.01.000.0001.00 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $5,343.85 H0160.02.000.0002.00 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $6,122.37 H1937.00.000.0002.00 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $3,222.27 H2550.00.007.0001.25 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $19,459.28 H2550.00.007.0001.25 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $17,733.94 H2550.00.007.0001.26 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $15,203.70 H2550.00.007.0001.26 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $11,467.70 M2069.00.000.000A.00 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $19,301.54 M2069.00.000.000A.00 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $21,675.55 P7400.00.000.0001.04 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $24,927.14 S2900.00.000.0001.00 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $5,632.06 S2979.00.00A.0001.00 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $141,408.65 W0640.00.000.0002.00 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $7,289.40 W2240.00.000.0000.00 HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP $16,490.66 B. 68105 Account Number Payer Amount H0110.02.000.0001.00 HEB Grocery Company LP $11,588.23 H0110.02.000.0001.00 HEB Grocery Company LP $10,955.05 P2344.00.000.0001.00 HEB Grocery Company LP $9,002.56 P2344.00.000.0001.00 HEB Grocery Company LP $12,809.31 P7400.00.000.0001.04 HEB Grocery Company LP $22,156.69 S2979.00.00A.0001.00 HEB Grocery Company LP $34,568.58 T8566.00.000.0001.00 HEB Grocery Company LP $2,794.10 T8566.00.000.0001.00 HEB Grocery Company LP $2,784.10 W3800.00.539.000.10 HEB Grocery Company LP $20,624.99 10. Membership Dues/Certifications: A. 68151 DBM: Requesting approval to pay membership dues to the Texas Chapter Public Risk Management Association (PRIMA) for Jose Jackson, Wk. Comp. Specialist II, with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. B. 67859 Fire Marshal: Requesting approval to pay required certification renewal fees and applicable late fees in the total amount of $112.50 payable to the Texas Commission on Fire Protection, using the State of Texas Travel Card for Deputy Fire Marshal Oscar Lopez with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. C. 67995 District Attorney (1100): Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA) for the following employee: Andrea Maldonado, Benito Alonzo III, Juan E. Bazan, Kriselda Hinojosa, Martin I. Garza, and William Harrison McPherson, in the amount of $360.00 (Requisition #383447), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor. D. 67847 Tax Office: Requesting approval to pay 2019 membership dues to International Association of Auto Theft Investigators (IAATI) in the amount of $80.00 for Cesar Solis ($40.00) and Marlen Trevino ($40.00) - (Req# 383166)with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. 11. Budget & Management: B. Interfund transfers: 1. 68212 TxDOT Pct 2 Regional Park Prj (1315): Approval of 2018 inter-fund transfer from CO2016-Pct 2 C. Chvz(Bus 83-Nolana) (fund 1350) to TxDOT Pct 2 Regional Park Project Phase II(fund 1315) in the amount of $200,000.00 to fund project expenditures. 2. 68156 Transfers Out - Health Grants (1100)/Transfers In - General Fund (1293)(1285): Approval of 2019 interfund transfer from Transfers Out-Stop Truancy Const Pct 3 (1100) and Transfers Out-BIO/EWIDS/EPA (1100) into Transfers In-Stop Truancy Const Pct 3 (1285) and Transfers Out-BIO/EWIDS/EPA (1293) in the total amount of $388,100 to allocate funds in the correct fiscal year. 3. 68064 Pct3 Rd Maint (1200): Approval of 2018 interfund transfer from Pct 3 Parks to Pct 3 Rd Maintenance in the amount of $98,043.58. 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. 68183 Emergency Management: Requesting authorization to remove the assets listed in Exhibit A and Exhibit C from the Office of Emergency Management inventory as further detailed on the attached supporting documentation. B. 68094 Approval of Application for Payment No. 19 in the amount of $26,687.75 for the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park project submitted by contractor, Clore Construction, LLC through Contract C-16-378-02-21 and reviewed by the project engineer, Ricardo Gallaga, P.E. C. 68217 Approval of payment of Inv# OWASSAHID100318 to the City of Pharr in the amount of $400,000.00 for the county's contribution through the inter-local cooperation agreement approved by CC 7/31/2012 AI#33444, for the Pct 2 Owassa Rd (Jackson-R Long) Project, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. D. 68170 Requesting approval of Application for Payment No. 12 in the amount of $29,389.57 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. E. 68182 BCAP/PCT.1 Requesting acceptance and approval of payment for Invoice No. 18111 in the amount of $7,188.75 as submitted by project engineer Javier Hinojosa Engineering provided under Contract# C-CAP-18-051-02-27 for Barboza Lopez #2, Big John, Martin and Val Verde North Subdivisions. F. 68188 Acceptance and approval of project invoice submitted by Centennial Contractors for services of the: Hidalgo County Sidewalks: Invoice / Project PO #787685, AIA Documents G702/G703 Application #1/(Final) in the amount of $18,056.43 and including approval of Certificate of Substantial Final Completion G. 68113 Pct. 1 is requesting approval to pay the following invoices for services rendered in connection with the Sunset Park Operations Facility-WA#1, as submitted by Halff Associates, Inc. Invoice No. Date Amount 00014167 07/23/18 $ 19,079.60 00015167 08/21/18 $ 20,020.00 00017270 10/23/18 $ 3,787.50 00018036 11/14/18 $ 2,277.95 H. 68164 Requesting authority to advertise (including the authority to re-advertise if necessary/required) and approval of procurement packets (i.e., specifications, legal notice etc.) as attached hereto for Construction of Green Valley Development Subdivision, a Hidalgo County Pct 4 BCAP Project. I. 68144 Requesting approval to rescind action taken by HCCC on meetings of October 23,2018 (C/AI-67167) and October 30,2018 (C/AI -67335) for the Assets listed below [only] that were erroneously characterized as stolen, but during an inventory audit were located at various locations throughout Precinct 4. Asset number 69005 located at the M. Rd Annex Building; Asset number 56170 located at the Administration Building; and Asset number 70719 located at the Milo Ponce Park Asset number 69004 was located at the M. Rd Annex Building Asset number 30666 was located at the Mechanic Shop Asset number 50935 was located at the Administration Building; and Asset number 54545 was located at the San Carlos CRC Asset number 54859 located at Administration Building Asset number 69165 located at Administration Building J. 68122 Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year Commercial Fire Monitoring Agreement in the amount of $239.88 per year commencing 12/18/2018 -12/17/2019 with an automatic renewal under the same rates, terms and conditions with Triple R Fire and Safety for requisition 383632 for the following location: Hidalgo County Administration Building 2102 S. Business Hwy 281. K. 68119 Precinct 3 is requesting approval to surplus and remove the following assets from their inventory detailed on "Exhibit A" for the purpose of destruction and disposal via landfill as the assets are obsolete and damaged with no value for which it was originally intended. L. 68120 Precinct 3 is requesting removal of the items detailed on Exhibit "B" and Exhibit "C" from the inventory, as all items were damaged during Torrential Rain of June 2016 and water from Hurricane Alex on July 2010, water damaged beyond repair as further confirmed and supported through the documentations attached. M. 68104 Pct. 1 is requesting approval of payment on invoice #4486 in the amount $3,085.24 submitted by R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation, in connection with engineering services provided for Valdez Road Paving & Drainage Improvements project. N. 68107 PCT. #1: Requesting approval to pay invoice #10014 in the amount of $1,654.49 for services rendered in connection with Tax Office Project - WA#1, as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC. O. 68110 Hidalgo County Precinct 4 requests removing the following Hidalgo County fixed assets [as detailed in Exhibit "C, D, & E" attached hereto] from current inventory list. P. 67980 1. Requesting authority to exercise the Sixty (60) Day grace period extension as provided in the current agreement, E-18-030 for the purpose of "Turnkey Burial Services (including cemetery plots) for Unidentified Pauper Remains (aka John Does)" for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms and conditions with Mid Valley Cemetery dba Val Verde Memorial Gardens, Inc. effective 01/25/19 and expires 03/25/19 or (upon completion of the procurement process whichever comes first) and is most advantageous to Hidalgo County; 2. Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications/requirements, legal notice, draft requirements agreement, etc.) as attached hereto for Hidalgo County -"Turnkey Burial Services (including cemetery plots) for Unidentified Pauper Remains (aka John Does)", RFB No.: 2019-007-00-SGS, including the re-advertisement of project in the event No Bids, are received and/or are rejected and project is still required. Q. 67968 Requesting authority to exercise the Sixty (60) Day grace period extension as provided in the current agreements contract E-18-041-01-30 with Easy Access Inc for the purposes of Credit Card Payment for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms and conditions to effective on 01/27/2019 and expires 03/28/19 so as to have no lapse in service while procurement process is completed and awarded. R. 68028 Approval of the addition of fuel cards including, but not limited to, the following: Hidalgo County Constable Pct No. 3 - fuel cards
Budget & Management: A. 68137 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $443,108.38 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 12/06/18 to 12/12/18. 12/06-12/18 $443,108.38 TOTAL $443,108.38 2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
County Judge's Office: B. 68130 Acknowledgment of receipt of a Texas Association of Telecommunication Officers and Advisors (TATOA) video award presented to Hidalgo County Public Affairs Division and recognition of Multimedia Coordinator Jaclyn Treviño. C. 68161 Discussion, consideration and action on Texas Enterprise Zone Program Mandatory Annual report form and authority for Michael Leo, county designee, to sign all related documents. D. 68195 Discussion, consideration, and approval of new Guidelines and Criteria for Granting Tax Abatements in Hidalgo County. E. 68227 Discussion and approval of Tax Abatement Agreement between Hidalgo County and Monte Alto/West Willacy Windpower, LLC and approve order on the same. F. 68226 Discussion and approval of Tax Abatement Agreement between Hidalgo County and La Joya Windpower, LLC and approve order on the same. G. 68224 Discussion and approval of Tax Abatement Agreement between Hidalgo County and Monte Cristo Windpower, LLC and approve order on the same. H. 68194 Discussion and approval of Tax Abatement Agreement between Hidalgo County and United Parcel Service, Inc and approve order on the same. I. 68192 Discussion and approval of Tax Abatement Agreement between Hidalgo County and Buenos Aires Windpower, LLC and approve order on the same. J. 68232 Discussion and approval of Tax Abatement Agreement between Hidalgo County and Black and Decker, Inc. and approve order on the same. K. 68234 1. Requesting an exception to the Hidalgo County Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) Policy, as to term. 2. Requesting approval of Amended and Restated Interlocal Agreement between Hidalgo County, City of Penitas, and Reinvestment Zone Number One, City of Penitas.
District Attorney's Office: A. 68160 1. DA Check Fraud (1222): Approval of 2019 appropriation of funds for the DA-Check Fraud (1222) budget. 2. DA- Investigation HB 65 Ch. 59 (1223): Approval of 2019 appropriation of funds for the DA-CCP 59 (1223) budget. 3. DA Pre-Trial (1225): Approval of 2019 appropriation of funds for the DA-Pretrial (1225) budget. 4. DA-US Justice (1256): Approval of 2019 appropriation of funds for the DA-US Justice (1256) budget. B. 68115 Hidalgo County DA's Office - Region 3-Border Prosecution Unit (BPU) Grant (1281): Approval to submit a BPU Grant #2537808 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG). C. 68007 Title IV-E: 1. Approval of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services Contract #23941008. 2. Approval for County Judge to sign contract.
Head Start Program: A. 68165 Discussion/Approval of Hidalgo County Head Start Program Policy Council By Laws
HIDTA - Task Force: A. 67994 Authorization and approval to accept an extension on FY2017(G17SS0002A) HIDTA Grant from 12/31/18 to 6/30/19 B. 68209 District Attorney Federal Sharing US Justice Asset Forfeiture Fund (1256): Authorization and approval to pay extra duty hours from January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019 to Deputies assigned to the Hidalgo County Criminal District Attorney's Office HIDTA Task Force from the following departments: Constable Pct. 3, Constable Pct. 4, Sheriff's Office C. 68163 HIDTA Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture (1251)/District Attorney Federal Sharing US Treasury Fund (1252)/District Attorney Federal Sharing US Department of Justice Fund (1256): 1. Approval of 2019 HIDTA Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture Budget (1251). 2. Approval of 2019 District Attorney Federal Sharing U.S. Treasury Fund Budget (1252). 3. Approval of 2019 District Attorney Federal Sharing U.S. Department of Justice Budget ( 1256). 4. Authorization and approval for the Hidalgo County Criminal District Attorney's Office HIDTA Task agents to be paid instead of banking extra-duty hours from January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
County Clerk's Office - Arturo Guajardo, Jr.: A. 68166 Requesting approval of 2019 Elected Officials Bonds: OFFICIAL NAME OFFICE 1 Richard F. Cortez County Judge 2 Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu Commissioner Pct. #2 3 Ellie Torres Commissioner Pct. #4 4 Laura Hinojosa District Clerk 5 Rodolfo Gonzalez (revised) CC #1 - Judge 6 Juan Jose Pena, Jr. (revised) J.P. Pct. 3, Pl. 2 7 Jason Pena J.P. Pct. 5, Pl. 1 8 Jesus Morales J.P. Pct. 1, Pl. 2
Sheriff's Office: A. 68010 Requesting authorization for Sheriff Guerra, to sign and submit NIBRS waiver requests for the FY17 JAG award (2017-H2526-XDJ) and the FY18 JAG award (JAG FY18 2018-DJ-BX-0414) to the Bureau of Justice Assistance U.S. Department of Justice. B. 68079 Sheriff - Operation Stonegarden FY2018 (1284): Authorization and approval to submit Op Order Version 0, Specialized Equipment Justification Letter, Vehicle Justification Letter, Equipment Justification Letter and Price Act Waiver in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY2018. C. 67813 Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Alejandro A. Salazar, graduate from the 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 January 31, 2019. D. 67814 Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Lindsey A. Guerra, 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. E. 68167 1. Approval to declare surplus and remove from County Inventory list, County Asset #69308 (German Shepherd) Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office K-9 "Miho" due to incompatibility with HCSO K-9 handlers, causing inability to perform work duties. 2. Approval for the return of K-9 "Miho" to donor Deputy Francisco Guerrero, as per agreement (AI# 54849 06/14/16) after removal from Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office service.
Constable Pct. #4: A. 68150 Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Erik Hector Escobar as Reserve Deputy Constable by Constable A. "J.R." Gaitan, Constable Precinct 4 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.
Constable Pct. #5: A. 68080 Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Efrain Barrientos, Javier Garza & Steven Guerrero as Reserve Deputy Constables by Constable Daniel Marichalar, Constable Pct. 5, in accordance to Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.
Executive Office: A. 68242 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 C. 68096 Title VI Nondiscrimination: Discussion, consideration, and approval of the Hidalgo County Title VI Annual Work Plan & Accomplishment Report for FY2018. D. 68219 Authorization and approval to purchase new wireless data service plans through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following: Department: Qty: Description: User: Service Plan: Equipment: County Judge's 4 Cell Phone w/service Office Use Nationwide Unl. Mins. Email&Data Unl+ MHS N&W/M2M/MSG Unl.@$69.99/ea per month E. 67974 Approval of 2019 Museum Funding Agreement between County of Hidalgo and Museum of South Texas History in the amount of $460,000.00 F. 67972 Approval of 2019 Museum Funding Agreement between County of Hidalgo and the Donna Hooks Fletcher Museum in the amount of $10,000.00 G. 67973 Approval of 2019 Museum Funding Agreement between County of Hidalgo and the Mission Historical Museum in the amount of $10,000.00
Human Resources: A. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (if applicable) for personnel items listed B. 68218 Criminal District Attorney: 1. Approval of the following personnel actions as per exhibit A. 2. Approval of appropriation of funds. C. 68128 Criminal District Attorney (1100)/ DA CCP59 (1223)/ DA Bond Forfeiture Commissions (1100): Approval of the following personnel actions effective upon Commissioners' Court approval and for Calendar Year 2019: Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Auto Allowance Delete 080-002 0090 Assistant District Attorney III 17 $900.00 080-007 0175 $0.00 080-016 0007 $0.00 Create 080-002 0156 Assistant District Attorney IV 19 $900.00 080-007 0204 $0.00 080-016 0024 $0.00 D. 68136 Pct. 2 Road Maintenance (1200): Approval of the following personnel actions effective 01/01/2019, as follows: Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Create 122-006 TBD Clerk III 05 Create 122-006 TBD Equipment Operator I 06 Create 122-006 TBD Maintenance IV 09 E. 68116 County Clerk (1100): 1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 01/01/2019 as follows: Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Delete 180-001 0006 Supervisor II, Collections 11 Create 180-001 TBD Supervisor III, Collections 13 2. Approval to revise the (CCP) Classified Positions List. F. 68168 Elections Department (1100): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 01/01/2019: Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Current Position Title Current Grade/Step Proposed Position Title Proposed Grade/Step Reclassification 130-001 0120 System Support Specialist III G15S01 Information System Administrator G16S01 G. 68202 Purchasing (1100): 1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 01/01/2019: Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Create 160-001 TBD Administrative Analyst 07 2. Approval to revise the (CCP) Classified Positions List.
Urban County: A. 68099 1. Hold a Public Hearing to consider public comments for Hidalgo County’s request to submit a Performance Statement Amendment for the Self-Help Center Program Contract #7216003 under the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA), Office of Colonia Initiative (OCT) – Colonia Self-Help Center (SHC). 2. Requesting approval to submit Performance Statement Amendment #1 to the Hidalgo County Colonia Self-Help Center Contract Grant #7216003 under the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA), Office of Colonia Initiative (OCT) – Colonia Self-Help Center (SHC) and approval of Resolution No. 1. B. 68157 "Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, when and if Applicable." The Urban County Program is requesting the award of bids and the approval of contracts with R G Enterprises, LLC, dba G & G Contractors & A-One Insulation for the demolition and reconstruction of the following: 1. (5) Units in the Countywide area and (1) unit in the City of Mercedes in the total contract amount of $342,150.00 to R G Enterprises, LLC, dba G & G Contractors 2. (1) Unit in the City of San Juan and (1) unit in the City of Alamo in the total contract amount of $128,700.00 to A-One Insulation. C. 68171 Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with Filegonia Site Contractors, LLC, for the base bid and alternate no 2 in the amount of $277,456.05. UCP Fiscal Years’ 28, 29 & 30 (2015, 2016 & 2017) San Juan - Street Improvement funds will be utilized. D. 68101 1. Requesting consideration and approval of the Urban County Program (UCP) Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) Closeout for Grant # B-08-UN-48-0501 2. Requesting consideration, approval and authorization for Ramon Garcia, Hidalgo County Judge to sign applicable Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP3) Closeout documents E. 68131 1. Requesting acceptance and action to correct the base bid submitted by NM Contracting, LLC total from $337,000.00 to $291,288.00, due to contractor's mathematical error. 2. Subject to compliance with HB 1295, requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with NM Contracting LLC., in the amount of $ 294,647.00 (Base bid and Alternate No. 1). UCP Funds from FY 30 (2017) Parks, Recreational Facility Improvements line item will be utilized. F. 68056 1. Requesting authority to cease negotiations with the highest ranked firm RABA Kistner approved on December 4, 2018 (AI-67821), as they do not provide said services 2. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the second highest ranked firm Fulcrum Consulting Services, for the provision of professional engineering services for an Urban County Program Years 30 & 31 (2017 & 2018) City of Progreso – Street Improvements project.
Health & Human Services Department: A. 67960 Discussion, consideration and approval of Amendment # 3 of Memorandum of Agreement from June 2, 2015 between Hidalgo County Health and Human Services and University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston- Brownsville Campus. B. Health Care Funding District: 1. 67958 A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for DSRIP Payment and Monitoring IGT 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 1/3/19 and settlement date of 1/4/19. 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 appropriation of funds from the LPPF 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 C. 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: A. 68100 Discussion and approval of the following 2019 Rural Emergency Services Interlocal Agreement(s) with: 1.) City of Elsa 2.) City of Mercedes 3.) City of Palmview 4.) City of Pharr 5,) City of Weslaco
Community Service Agency: A. 68076 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.
Elections Administration: A. 68095 Requesting approval of reimbursement to Yvonne Ramon in the amount of $49.75 for fuel expense incurred while on county business, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Planning Department: A. 68124 1. Preliminary Approval a. Figueroa Rodriguez Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Miguel M. Rodriguez) (Mile 9 ½ North Road & FM 493) No. of Lots: 2 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain onto Mile 9 ½ North Road side ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s Paved: Yes, Mile 9 ½ North Road is paved. b. North Valley Ranchettes Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Premier Equity Investments, LLC.) (Mile 12 North Road & Mile 4 West Road) No. of Lots: 12 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided via a proposed detention pond dedicated to HCDD#1 with an outfall structure discharging to an existing drain ditch south of Mile 12 North Road. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Weslaco. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s Paved: Yes, Mile 12 North Road is paved. c. Las Comadres #5 Subdivision - Pct. 3 (Carlos G. Leal, Jr.) (Texan Avenue & Mile 4 North Road) No. of Lots: 76 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Yes, Drainage consists of a storm sewer system discharging to a HCDD#1 Regional Detention Facility approximately ½ mile southwest from the proposed subdivision. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission. Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s Paved: Yes, Texan Avenue is paved and 4 internal streets to be paved. 2. Final Approval a. RePlat of Lots 1 & 2 Riviera Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Claudia Viera) (Skinner Road & Monte Cristo Road) No. of Lots: 2 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation on large lots with surface runoff draining onto Skinner Road side ditch. ETJ: No, Rural Area Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s Paved: Yes, Skinner Road is paved. b. Dollar General Donna Addition Subdivision- Pct. 1 (David O. Calderon) (Val Verde Road & Canton Road) No. of Lots: 2 Commercial Flood Zone: C Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by onsite detention based on the approved site plan at development permit stage. ETJ: No, Rural Area Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s to be installed at development permit stage. Paved: Yes, Canton Road and Val Verde Road are paved. 3. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee a. A Valadez #2 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Adolfo Valadez) (Mile 20 North Road & Val Verde Road) No. of Lots: 5 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation with surface runoff draining onto Mile 20 North Road side ditch. ETJ: No, Rural Area Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s have been escrowed. Paved: Yes, Mile 20 North Road is paved. *Final Approval with Cash Deposit in the amount of $7,500.00 for 5 OSSF’s. B. 67811 Requesting approval to reimburse Fernando Garza, Jr., GIS Operator III, the amount of $20.00 for paying the registration fee to attend a workshop sponsored by RGV ARC User Group, at McAllen Convention Center on November 15, 2018.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes: A. 68106 Pct. 1 is requesting approval to accept the counter offer to purchase tracts of land known as Parcel numbers 37, 38, 44a, 44b, 44c, and 65 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. 68031 1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the County of Hidalgo by and through the Hidalgo County Urban County Program and the City of Hidalgo, regarding the construction of a recreational facility in the City's Valle Alto Park for the use of City and County Residents for the Pct 2 Valle Alto Park Youth Facility Project. 2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) project regarding the Pct 2 Valle Alto Park Youth Facility Project. B. 68026 Requesting approval to enter into a License Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 2 concerning the construction of a pedestrian bridge over an irrigation canal and right of way for the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park-Phase II.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores: A. 68147 Requesting approval to accept the counteroffer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel No. 17 associated with the Liberty Road Project Phase I (ROW CSJ No. 0921-02-372) with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administrative Evaluation and Approval Form.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Palacios: A. 68216 Discussion, consideration and approval of Order Closing, Abandoning and Vacating a County Road (an unopened 50' county road adjacent to lots sixteen (16) through (28), Fountain Subdivision) to the extent of the Hidalgo County's interest.
Budget & Management: A. 68126 Various Departments: Approval of changes to the 2019 Salary Schedule as listed on Exhibit A. B. 67988 1. Approval to enter into an Interlocal Agreement between Hidalgo County and Hidalgo County Community Supervision and Corrections Department. 2. Approval to delete the following positions, effective 01/01/19: Dept./Prog. Slot No. Grade Position Title Budgeted Supplemental Amount 320-014 0001 12 Adult Supervision Officer $46,318.00 320-014 0002 03 Clerk II $30,250.00 320-034 0001 12 Adult Supervision Officer $46,318.00 320-034 0002 12 Adult Supervision Officer $50,646.00 320-034 0003 06 Technician II $31,827.00 320-034 0004 06 Technician II $30,000.00 320-034 0005 06 Technician II $30,000.00 320-034 0006 06 Technician II $30,000.00 320-034 0007 06 Technician II $31,827.00 C. 68214 Pct. 4 Rd. Maintenance/ Pct. 4 Drain Imprv Prj (1200): 1. Approval of the following change in funding source as per exhibit A. 2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer. D. 67996 Approval to designate funds in 2018 for expenditures related to the following programs: 1115 Waiver (240-005) in the amount of $2,973,376.48 New Courthouse (125-035) in the amount of $2,658,531.15 UT Health Snap-Ed (124-212-9) in the amount of $106,067.41 Flood Control Water Extraction 2018 (115-092) in the amount of $2,861,785.66 E. 68135 Co. Records Mgmt (1238) Approval of 2018 appropriation of funds in the amount of $17,280.00 for the District Clerk (dept. 090) to fund records storage services. F. 68138 Pct 1 Rd. Maint. (1200): 1. 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. 2. Approval of 2018 appropriation in the amount of $61,758.13 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. Hidalgo County 1. 68205 Acceptance and approval to execute Amendment No. 2 between Hidalgo County and Terracon Consultants, Inc. to modify the Owner's Designated Representative clause in the Agreement for the "Construction of New Hidalgo County Courthouse" Project. 2. 68200 Acceptance and approval to execute Amendment No. 5 between Hidalgo County and contractor, Morganti Texas, Inc. to modify the Owner's Designated Representative clause in the Agreement for the "Construction of New Hidalgo County Courthouse" Project. 3. 68139 A. Acceptance and approval by Hidalgo County Commissioners Court of a portable/modular building [1560 sq.ft.] as stated in the letter attached herein from Mission Regional Medical Center with a value of $15K which currently sets on county-owned property in Sullivan City, Texas. B. Assignment/Designation of accepted building for the use by Purchasing Dept. for placement at the completion of the Impound and Surplus Facility located in Pct. #4. 4. 68112 Discussion, consideration and action on Amendment No. 1 to Interlocal Agreement between and by and between Hidalgo County and the City of Edinburg under #C-15-061-01-20 for Handling/Disposal of Non-Hazardous Municipal Solid Waste to include a type of ash debris [as further detailed in supporting document]. B. Executive Office 1. 68221 Acceptance and approval of a short term contract [not to exceed a six months] with MindCentric [hosting e-mail services] commencing on 01-01-19 for continued services while conversion, training and all other services completed through new awarded vendor procurement is completed in an amount not to exceed the statutory procurement limit of $50K and subject to Form 1295 and subject to legal counsel, HC-DA/Civil Section. 2. 68210 A. Requesting exemption under Texas Local Government Code, 262.024(a)(4) a professional services for HC/IT software program maintenance; B. Acceptance and approval of a professional services agreement with Charles Graham for the provision of maintenance/support services for the Hidalgo County IT Department including all required and statutory submissions, insurance with final approval of document as to form by HC-DA/Civil Section with effective date of 01-01-19 for an initial term of one year with the County's option to renew/extend an additional one year. 3. 68178 Selection/designation/assignment of evaluation committee to review, score and grade the on-step responses submitted by participants in connection with the project titled: Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for the construction of an Hidalgo County County Services Facility and Justice Center with recommendation of the following make-up of members: A. Two/Purchasing Dept. and Two-Executive Office; OR, B. Other as requested by HCCC C. Pct. 1 1. 67836 A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024 (A) (4) a "professional service"; B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the the firms graded and evaluated through the County's approved pool of professional engineering service providers required for FM 88 from 5th Ave N. to FM 1925 located within Pct No. 1: Professional Engineering Services Firm Grade Ranking L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. 97.3 Fulcrum Consulting Services, Inc. 94.6 Civil Systems Engineering, Inc. 93.3 C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate professional service agreement for the purpose of Engineering Services for FM 88 from 5th Ave. N to FM 1925, a project located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1 with the No. 1 Ranked firm: ____________________________. 2. 68125 A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a "professional service"; B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded and evaluated through the County's approved pool" of professional Construction Material Testing/Geo Technical service providers required for (ON CALL) Construction Material Testing /Geo Technical Service projects located within Precinct No. 1: Professional Construction Material Testing/Geo Technical Services Firms Grade Ranking Raba Kistner Inc. 94.3 Professional Services Industries, Inc. 87.6 EarthCo. LLC 88.3 C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate professional service agreements for the purpose of ON CALL Professional Construction Material Testing/Geo Technical Services for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1 with No. 1 Ranked firm: ______________________. 3. 67989 Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement with Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. as it relates to Geo Technical and Construction Material Testing (On-Call) Services for Precinct No. 1 Project [HCCC action November 20, 2018 R-Ai # 67330]. 4. 67731 Pct. 1: A. Requesting approval of the First Amendment to Interlocal Agreement [ILA] by and between HC Pct. #1 and the City of Weslaco for the road improvements project of Mile 10, North from Mile 6 to FM 1015 resulting in the deletion of the ninth "Whereas Clause" deleted and replaced with inserted language "Whereas, the City desires to cooperate by contributing a lump sum amount of Six Hundred Eight-Five Thousand Three Hundred Seventy and Seventy-Six hundredths Dollars ($685,370.76) to County towards the project development activities. B. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the interlocal cooperation agreement in it's desire 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. D. Pct. 2 1. 68225 Recommendation by project engineer L & G Engineering to award to the responsible vendor submitting the lowest & best bid [while meeting all specifications & requirements] Texas Cordia Construction, LLC., of Edinburg, TX in the amount of $3,409,415.00 for RFB No. 2018-199-10-24-RFV, for the Regional Linear Park Project-Section 2" for Pct. 2. E. Pct. 4 1. 67977 Presentation of bids received as detailed in tabulation sheet contained herein, and authorization and approval to award the contract to the responsible bidder, Roy's Hauling Services, Inc. submitting the lowest and best bid [and meeting all specifications and/or requirements] for Request for Bid titled: "Hauling Services for all Road Materials" Hidalgo County Pct 4." through project no.: 2018-204-09-19-MEG. F. Constables 1. 68091 Acceptance and approval of the fire alarm monitoring service agreement for the monthly amount of $39.99 for Constable Pct.1 Building with Triple R Fire & Safety for the duration of term of agreement including the continuation of services through the life term of the monitoring equipment in place by user department through requisition 383502 subject to 1295 compliance. G. IT Department 1. 68127 Approval and acceptance of the negotiated agreement between Hidalgo County and SADA Systems (ranked by HCCC on 12-11-18) including the Best and Final Offer (BAFO) for RFP No. 2018-194-10-31-HGO - "Cloud Hosted & Managed Email Services". H. Sheriff's Office 1. 68129 A. Requesting approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement by and between Hidalgo County and the Department of Public Safety General Stores; B. Requesting approval to authorize County Judge to execute the agreement. I. Auditor's Office 1. 68102 a. Pursuant to current "Amended Sole Source Declaration" (CC action 12/12/12-R AI#35522) with Weidenhammer Systems Corporation for the continuous maintenance and support agreement for services related to Alio [HC's financial accounting system] as well as any future purchases of equipment, license, software, maintenance and support services in place for the life term of the equipment, software, hardware, maintenance support services; and b. Approval to enter into a Computer Processing Services Agreement for the service of "Hosting the County's Financial Data [Alio on the cloud] with an annal fee of $16,100.00and a one time setup fee of $1,765.00 for fiscal year 01/01/2019 -12/31/2019 including approval for County Auditor to sign/execute the required documents. J. County Clerk 1. 68133 Requesting the continuation of the preservation of Deed and Official Records volumes 1766-1834 & 1835-1996 with Kofile Technology, Inc. through HC membership/participation with TXMAS contract #18-3602 in the amount of $ 582,120.00 for the Hidalgo County Clerk's Office-Req. #383719 subject to receipt/compliance with Form 1295. K. Co. Wide 1. 68148 Recommending rescission of action taken on by HCCC on December 11, 2018, for AI#63913 in connection to authority to advertise and approval of the procurement packet for 2018-262-12-26-HGO - " Pre-positioned Extraction of Water (De-watering) Services" as a new procurement packet is required to include applicable requirements related to federal funding after DA-Civil Section's final approval as to form [with subsequent placement on HCCC agenda to request advertising and packet approval],
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. 68196 Civil No. 15-cv-435; Gregorio Trevino, Jr v Hidalgo County et,al and Civil No. 7:15-cv-477; Pedro Garcia, Jr. v Hidalgo County et al D. 68117 Claim of Toribio Cortina E. 68172 Claim of AT&T 29. 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)
30. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 68197 Civil No. 15-cv-435; Gregorio Trevino, Jr v Hidalgo County et,al and Civil No. 7:15-cv-477; Pedro Garcia, Jr. v Hidalgo County et al D. 68118 Claim of Toribio Cortina E. 68173 Claim of AT&T 31. Closed Session: Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 32. Open Session: Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 33. Adjourn