1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. General Operations: A. AI -71036 Discussion and update as it relates to HCDD1 Flood operations for the June 24, 2019 Rain Event. B. AI -71040 Discussion as it relates to meeting about Regional Drainage Improvements with Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). C. AI -71119 Requesting approval of Inter Local Agreement between Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 and Delta Lake Irrigation District as it relates to The North Raymondville Drain. (Subject to final Legal review) D. AI -71048 1.) Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. 2.) Presentation of scoring grid of two (2) sets of firms graded through the District's pre-qualified Professional Engineering Services Pool for the purpose of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors in connection with "Professional Geotechnical Services On-Call (on as needed basis)" required for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Projects SET 1 (C-HCDD1-19-058-__-__) FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK: B2Z Engineering, LLC 96.33 Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC 89.00 Alpha Infrastructure Engineering, PLLC 87.00 SET 2 (C-HCDD1-19-060-__-__) FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK: Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. 96.33 Cortran Engineering, PLLC 93.00 Jimenez Engineering Solutions, LLC dba International Consulting Engineers 93.67 3.) Pursuant to the Boards approval, requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreements with each of the number one (1) ranked firms presented: Set 1 ________________________, and Set 2_____________________ for the provisions of "Professional Geotechnical Services On-Call (on as needed basis)" for Hidalgo County Drainage District Projects. E. AI -71029 A. Approval of Resolution and Affidavit requesting financial assistance from the Texas Water Development Board for the Raymondville Drain Project and action designating Mr. Raul E. Sesin, P.E., CFM as the authorized signor of the grant agreement and any other necessary documents that apply to the grant and transfer of funds. 6. 2018 Bond Referendum Projects: A. AI -71038 1. Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement (subject to legal review) with Guzman & Muñoz Engineering and Surveying, Inc., as it relates to Professional Engineering Services related to the project: "Malone Drive & Pomelo Road (Project # 18) and Old La Blanca & Mile 10 N (Project # 28) -2018 Bond Referendum Projects"'. Approved for negotiations by HCDD1 Board of Directors on Agenda Item #69910 (04/16/19); 2. Pursuant to the Board's Approval of Professional Agreement with Guzman & Muñoz Engineering and Surveying, Inc., requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $79,736.46, to provide Engineering Services for "Malone Drive & Pomelo Road (Project # 18) and Old La Blanca & Mile 10 N (Project # 28) -2018 Bond Referendum Projects", subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Contract # C-HCDD1-19-046-07-01 - WA-1). B. AI -71095 1. Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement (subject to legal review) with South Texas Infrastructure Group, L.L.C., as it relates to Professional Engineering Services related to the project: "Mile 11 N & FM 1015 -2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 22''. Approved for negotiations by HCDD1 Board of Directors on Agenda Item #69909 (04-16-19); 2. Pursuant to the Board's Approval of Professional Agreement with South Texas Infrastructure Group, L.L.C., requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $1,115,499.82, to provide Engineering Services for "Mile 11 N & FM 1015 -2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 22'', subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Contract # C-HCDD1-19-045-07-01 - WA-1). 7. 2012 Bond Referendum - 2013 Bond Series: A. AI -71087 Approval to issue payment on the following item(s) proceeding review & compliance of contract terms & conditions: Bdgt: 370- Pct1 Donna North Lateral Control Structure Bdgt: 370-Pct2 FM 495 Drain Control Structure Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $21,969.00 from Venser Contractors, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-18-049-09-19 FM 495 Drain Control Structure & Donna North Lateral Control Structure.PO#636130 Project Engineer: Jose N. Saldivar, P.E.-Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 B. AI -71114 Request approval of a Budget Amendment to appropriate unreserve Fund Balance in the amount of $1,164,999.96 from the 2013 Bond Series- fund 133 into the various 2013 bond projects as needed for completion. 8. Closed Session: Board of Directors may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending 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. 9. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 10. Closed Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 11. Open Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 12. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres: A. 71118 Resolution to honor the life and legacy of former UTPA coach Al Olgetree. B. 70957 Requesting approval for the RGV Food Bank Distribution to use the San Carlos Endowment Center Community/Cultural Rooms (including the parking lot area) at Precinct 4 on Wednesday, July 10, 2019 from 9 am-12 pm.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes: A. 71096 Resolution in honor of Mr. Luis Sosa for 34 years of service.
County Clerk's Office - Arturo Guajardo, Jr.: A. 71097 Resolution in honor of Anna Smith for 37 years of service. B. 70931 Approval to select names for the 2019 Grievance Committee, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 152.015. C. 70934 As suggested by the County Auditor via letter submitted to the County Clerk, the County Clerk is seeking indemnification of $100 for a counterfeit bill accepted by the Collections department in September 2018.
1. 71123 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. 71124 Presentation of Fund Information Report B. 70923 Pursuant to Local Government Code §115.0035, requesting approval of the attached County Auditor's review/audit letters. C. 70925 Pursuant to Local Government Code §114.044, requesting approval of the attached monthly collection reports. D. 71003 Discussion, consideration and approval to process the City of Edinburg's "The Shoppes at Rio Grande Valley" 2018-2019 TIRZ payment, in the amount of $343,874.79 pursuant to the interlocal agreement between the City of Edinburg, Hidalgo County, and the Reinvestment Zone No. 1, City of Edinburg. E. 71010 Discussion, consideration and approval to process the City of Edinburg's "La Sienna" 2018-2019 TIRZ payment, in the amount of $193,896.02 pursuant to the interlocal agreement between the City of Edinburg, Hidalgo County, and the Reinvestment Zone No. 3, City of Edinburg. F. 71012 Discussion, consideration and approval to process the City of Edinburg's "Entertainment Center" 2018-2019 TIRZ payment, in the amount of $127,102.83 pursuant to the interlocal agreement between the City of Edinburg, Hidalgo County, and the Reinvestment Zone No. 4, City of Edinburg. 3. 2019 Intradepartmental transfers: A. 71112 2019 - HIDTA FY18 Grant (1291) B. 71107 2019 - CW Mech Shop (1200) C. 70964 2019 - Pct 2 Sanitation (1100) D. 70965 2019 - Pct 2 Administration (1200) E. 71108 2019 - Pct 2 Parks (1100) F. 70963 2019 - Pct 2 CRC Alamo (1100) G. 71104 Hidalgo County Constable Pct 1 (1100) H. 71105 2019 - Executive Office (1100) I. 71103 2019 - WIC (1292) J. 71026 2019 - WIC Admin (1292) K. 71021 2019 - Pct.4 Endowment (1100) L. 71022 2019 - Pct.4 Admin (1200) M. 71023 2019 - Pct.4 Road Maint (1200) N. 71020 2019 - Pct.4 Emergency Srv Linn (1100) O. 71017 2019 - Health & Human Services Dept./ Clinics (1100) P. 71009 2019 - Health & Human Services Dept. / TECE (1293) Q. 71004 2019 - Health & Human Services Dept. - TB State (1293) R. 71002 2019 - Health & Human Services Dept. - TB Federal (1293) S. 71007 2019 - Constable Precinct 4 (1100) T. 71006 2019 - Constable Precinct 4 (1259) U. 71001 2019 - Pct. 3 Sanitation (1100) V. 71035 2019 - Pct. 3 Sanitation (1100) W. 71008 2019 - 449th District Court (1100) X. 71032 2019 - Bail Bond Board (1100) Y. 71042 2019 - Co Auditor (1100) Z. 70991 2019 - Planning Dept. (1100) AA. 70971 2019 - Pct. 4 Sanitation (1100) BB. 70960 2019 - JP 1, 1 (1100) CC. 70961 2019 - IT Department (1100) DD. 70962 2019 - Law Library (1247) EE. 70966 2019 - New Courthouse (1100) FF. 70979 2019 - JP Pct. 2, Pl 2 (1100) GG. 70958 2019 - Jail (1100) 4. 2019 Interdepartmental transfers: A. 71093 CO2018B-Pct 2 Hdlg All Inclusive Park Prj (1353): Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer from CO2018B-Pct 2 Hidalgo CRC Yth Facility Prj into CO2018B-Pct 2 Hdlg All Inclusive Park Project in the amount of $12,000.00 to fund project expenditures. B. 71050 Bail Bond Board (1100): Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer from Bail Bond Board Department 150, Program 002 to Dept. 010, Program 002 in the amount of $9.23 to fund negatives. C. 71018 Pct. #1 (1350): Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer from fund 1350 program 229 to program 263 in the amount of $59,969.10 to fund road reconstruction project. D. 71013 Precinct No.3 (CO2017): Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer within CO2017 from program (122) to program (110) in the amount of $268,864.00 for reclassification of expenditures. E. 71015 Precinct No.3 (CO2018B): Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer within CO2018B from program (122) to program (110) in the amount of $29,182.00 for reclassification of expenditures. F. 71011 CO2016-PCT3 (1350): Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer within CO2016-PCT3 from program (122) to program (110) in the amount of $15,067.00 to fund reclassification of expenditures. G. 70932 Various Depts-Late Fees (1100): Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm-Contingency to Various Departments in the amount of $2,736.29 to fund late fees. H. 70940 CO 2017 Justice Center 25th Ave (1351): Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer within CO 2017 from County Service Facility, progm. 051, to Justice Center 25th Ave.,progm 054, in the amount of $374.14 to fund project expenses. 5. Planning Department: A. 71045 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. 70951 1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee a. Re-Subdivision of Lot 2 Tierra Madre- Pct. 1 (Vivero Concrete, LLC.) (F.M. 493 & Mile 17 ½ North Road) *Reimbursement request: $5,200.00 for (1) Multi-family OSSF C. 70953 1. Reimbursement for Financial Guarantee a.Sendero Trails Ph. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Megaware Corp.) (U.S. Hwy 281 & F.M. 490) *Reimbursement request: $1,000.00 for (1) OSSF D. 70942 1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee a. Mesquite Xrossing Subdivision- Pct. 1 (RGV Auto Source) (F.M. 88 & Mile 14 North Road) *Reimbursement request: $1,500.00 for (1) OSSF 6. County Judge's Office: A. 71111 Resolution in honor of fallen police officer Jose Esperiqueta B. 71076 Economic Development (1100): Discussion, consideration, and approval of the Hidalgo County Small Town Economic Development Program's disbursement of payment in the amount of $10,325.00 to awarded recipient Hernandez Barns. 7. Tax Refunds: A. 71044 ACCOUNT NUMBER PAYER AMOUNT F0300-99-002-0000-06 VANTAGE BANK TEXAS $2,993.27 B. 70947 ACCOUNT NUMBER PAYER AMOUNT C2275.00.000.0033.00 CORELOGIC $7,043.53 E5350.99.000.0001.01 FRENCH ELLISON TRUCK CENTER $24,175.08 C. 70946 ACCOUNT NUMBER PAYER AMOUNT W3800.00.148.0000.00 RIO VALLEY ESTATES, G.P. $17,093.87 D. 70944 ACCOUNT NUMBER PAYER AMOUNT L1100.02.003.0098.00 VANTAGE BANK $2,826.05 8. Membership Dues/Certifications: A. 71025 449TH DC: Requesting approval to pay 2019 State Bar of Texas Membership Dues and 2019 Hidalgo County Bar Association (HCBA) Dues in the total amount of $310.00 (Requisition #00396648, #00396621 with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor. B. 70890 Sheriff's Office (1100): Requesting approval of requisition #396048 for 2019 membership dues for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra to the Southwestern Border Sheriff's Coalition in the amount of $200.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. C. 70866 District Attorney (1100): Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA) for the following employees: Lee M. Cantu, Ana Liz De Leon-Vargas, Juan Garza, Ricardo Hernandez, Jorge A. Sanchez, Leonardo Sanchez, Leigh Ann Tognetti, and Alexandria Lynn Barrera, in the amount of $460.00 (Requisition #396005), with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor. 9. Budget & Management: C. 70986 Salary Sweep (1100): Approval to transfer lapsed salaries from various departments to the Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency account. 10. 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. 71039 Hidalgo County District Attorney: Requesting authority to purchase and enter into a (36) monthly subscription agreement for the (Online Services) with Thomson Reuters-West Publishing Corporation and authority to execute a required agreement for the District Attorney's Office through the Project # 2019-199 at _____per month. Subject to legal approval B. 71067 Acceptance and approval of "First Amendment" to the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement [C15-269-07-21] between Hidalgo County and Cameron County for the purpose of "Housing of Inmates" (including transportation) at a rate of $60.00 dollars per inmate. C. 71102 Requesting approval of Change Order No. 1 (C-18-199-02-12) with Texas Cordia Construction, LLC for the Hidalgo County Precinct #2 -Regional Linear Park Project - Section 2 (from Ridge Road to Hall Acres Road) as recommended by project engineer, Saul Muñoz, P.E.. D. 71041 Pct. 1 (1351): Requesting approval to pay invoice #00025150 in the amount of $5,498.50 for professional engineering services rendered in connection with the Sunset Park Operations Facility-WA#1, as submitted by Halff Associates, Inc. E. 71051 Pct. #1 (1353): Requesting approval to pay Payment Application No. 001 in the amount of $12,000.00 for services rendered in connection with the Tax Office Substation as submitted by Erickson Construction, Inc. F. 71047 Pct. 1 (1351): Requesting approval to pay invoice #00024027 in the amount of $12,010.00 for professional engineering services rendered in connection with the Sunset Park Operations Facility-WA#1, as submitted by Halff Associates, Inc. G. 70878 Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications/requirements, legal notice and draft agreement etc.) as attached hereto for Hidalgo County - "Lease of Office Space - Mcallen Area" through RFB No.: 2019-175-00-00-TDL including the re-advertisement if/when required. H. 70915 Requesting to exercise the 3rd extension as provided in the current contract agreement C-17-048-04-05, under the same rates, terms, and conditions with Richard A. Garza, BIC Development Corporation for the Lease of Office Space for off-premises Storage Area Effective October 01, 2019- thru September 30, 2020. I. 70982 Requesting approval of payment for the following invoice listed below submitted by the project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC., for engineering services provided for the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Detention Barracks Project: Invoice Date Invoice # Amount PO# 06/03/2019 20156 $6,205.74 789844 J. 71005 Veteran's Service Office: Action to delete original supporting documentation/quote of $6.99 monthly (erroneously submitted by Spectrum to Hidalgo County Veterans Office) and replace with the correct quote in the amount of $7.50 monthly basis with all original statutory forms still applicable and compliant and with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documents. K. 71034 IT Department: Acceptance and approval of a month to month contract with MindCentric [hosting e-mail services] commencing once executed for continued services while conversion, training and all other services completed with/through new awarded vendor procurement is completed including authority for County Judge or CC member to sign all required documentation and subject to Form 1295. L. 70786 Approval of Application for Payment No. 25 in the amount of $69,101.17 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. M. 70906 Approval to exercise a one year]extension [as 2-1 yr. possible] in the current contract agreement C-16-307A-10-13, under the same rates, terms, and conditions with STX Snacktime Vending Company, LLC for Vending Machines Services Effective November 15, 2019- thru November 14, 2020. O. 70933 Constable Pct. 3 Requesting approval for the destruction of salvaged departmental uniforms, in the interest of safety and security against possible misuse of said items since they contain departmental logos, through the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office (on their time schedule and clear of any burn bans that may be in effect). The uniforms are worn/damaged beyond repair and are no longer useful for their intended use. P. 70945 Approval of the addition of fuel cards/users including, but not limited to, the following: Hidalgo County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Services - fuel card user
A. 70937 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $414,939.50 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 06/13/19 to 06/19/19. 06/13-19/19 $414,939.50 TOTAL $414,939.50 2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid. B. 70936 Self-Insured (2202): Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of June 1-15, 2019 in the amount of $30,889.91 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
70973 Approval to clarify/correct the amount reflected on quote for a purchase [CC 6/6/10 C/AI-70539] from $137,050.68 to $137,785.00 as the deletion by SO of large item reduced the discount on original quote.
County Judge's Office: 70943 Approval of re-appointment of Jim Darling to the Board of Directors of the Rio Grande Regional Water Authority for a two year term
Emergency Management: A. 71068 1. Presentation, discussion, and necessary action to approve the Order Continuing Local State of Disaster for the County of Hidalgo due to the torrential rain event of June 24, 2019 which caused flooding and damage to property. 2. Presentation, discussion and authorization for the County Judge to sign the required documentation. B. 71049 Discussion and possible action regarding approval to apply for the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, FEMA-4377-DR-TX, with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation.
District Attorney's Office: A. 70987 Hidalgo County DA's Office - Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant (DVSP) (1281): Approval to submit a DVSP Grant #2931304 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG). B. 70959 DA - Victim Assistance Program Grant (VAP) (1281): Approval to submit a VAP Grant #2924302 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
County Treasurer - Lita Leo: 70992 Approval to close the Morganti Texas Retainage Account and transfer balance to the Hidalgo County Capital Project Fund account.
Sheriff's Office: A. 70997 Requesting authorization for Judge Richard Cortez, to sign and submit NIBRS Compliance Verification Form for the NIBRS Grant award 3661701 to the Texas Office of the Governor – Criminal Justice Division (CJD) on egrants. B. 70990 Sheriff's Office - Operation Stonegarden FY16 (1284): Ratification of email dated June 21, 2019 to request 1 month extension for FY2016 Operation Stonegarden. C. 70927 Sheriff's Office - Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) (1284): Approval to request 6 month extension for Violence Against Women Act Grant (VAWA) D. 70893 Pursuant to Hidalgo County Cellular Telephone Policy (AT&T, DIR-TSO-3420) presentation for consideration, acceptance and approval of Cellular Phone Request form (Data Connect Government) for the following: Approval of requisition # 393435 for 1 DataConnect Government Unlimited Data for new Patrol Unit @ $37.00 per device.
Tax Office: 71058 Requesting approval of a Dealer Deputy Agreement between Hidalgo County and Continental Imports, Inc. DBA Mercedes-Benz of San Juan P154082 subject to the dealership providing a bond in the amount of $100,000.00 and final legal review.
Constable Pct. #3: A. 70772 Constable Pct. 3 (1285): 1. Requesting approval to continue payment from General Fund for the employee currently hired under the Irrigation District #6 agreement, pending approval to renew agreement for the year 2019. 2. Requesting approval to renew Interlocal Agreement between County of Hidalgo,Texas, (acting by and through the office of Constable, Precinct 3) and Hidalgo County Irrigation District #6 with additional amendments, effective May 31, 2019. 3. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $50,000. 4. Requesting approval of appropriation of funds in the amount of $64,889.65. B. 70949 Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Erik A. Rodriguez, as Reserve Deputy Constable, by Lazaro Gallardo, Jr. Constable Pct. 3, in accordance to the Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.
Executive Office: A. Presentation for discussion of the following: 1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects 2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting B. 71094 National Association of Counties: Approval to appoint Richard F. Cortez, County Judge, as the voting delegate and appoint Larry Gallardo Jr., Constable Pct. 3 as an alternate to NACo. C. 71085 Discussion, consideration, and action on appointment of Hidalgo County representative to the Rio Grande Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization Transportation Policy Committee D. 70941 Veterans Office: Requesting authorization and approval to purchase promotional items under "Public Purpose" pursuant to the Tex. Const. Art. 3 Sec. 52 for 2019 year E. 70989 Approval to accept settlement check from Pronto Insurance Agency in the amount of $687.80 to settle auto accident with County vehicle. (Sheriff Office) F. 70988 Approval to accept settlement check from Coastline Construction, Inc. in the amount of $100.00 to settle damages to County vehicle window. (Sheriff Office)
Human Resources: A. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (if applicable) for personnel items listed B. 71000 Approval of the appointment of interns from UT-RGV to participate in the WIC Lactation Care Center for the period of July 19, 2019 through October 25,2019. C. 70999 Pct. 3 Road Maintenance (1200): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 07/08/2019: Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Create 123-005 0114 Road Maintenance Foreman 13 D. 71014 275th District Court (1100): Approval to extend Temporary Full-Time position for 23 weeks beginning 08/01/2019 and ending 12/31/2019: Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Extend Temporary Full-Time position 005-001 T007 Legal Assistant II 08
Urban County: A. 71056 1. Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, when and if applicable, the Urban County Program is requesting approval to purchase Neighborly Software, a hosted software solution, from Benevate Inc. obtained through solicited quotes and demonstration of software functionality in the amount of $8,600.00. 2. Authorization to renew annual subscription for three (3) licenses on a yearly basis in the amount of $6,300.00 and add/delete users as needed. B. 71059 Approval of land acquisition of Easement #1 for the 2015 Flood Grant/ Trenton Drain Phase II and III (GLO 18-271-000-A923). C. 71066 Approval of land acquisition of Easement #2 for the 2015 Flood Grant/ Trenton Drain Phase II and III (GLO 18-271-000-A923).
Health & Human Services Department: A. 70975 1. Requesting approval to submit grant renewal application for the TB Federal FY 20 program in the amount of $437,771.00 in grant funds and $87,554.00 in local match funds. The contract period will be 01/01/2020 to 12/31/2020 with an option to extend through December 2021. 2. Requesting approval for County Judge to sign the Form A signature page. B. Health Care Funding District: 1. 70809 A. Approval of Certification of Governmental Entity Participation for Hospital Affiliates on behalf of the Hidalgo County B. Approval of Affiliation Agreements by and between Hidalgo County and the following affiliated hospitals: 1. Doctors Hospital At Renaissance 2. Mission Hospital Inc. 3. Knapp Medical Center 4. Rio Grande Regional 5. McAllen Hospitals LP C. Discussion and approval for County Judge to sign letter to HHSC C. Indigent Health Care Program: 1. 70924 A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for Demonstration Year 8 Round 1 DSRIP Payment and DY 8 Monitoring IGT in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) with a transfer date of 7-01-19 and a settlement date of 7-02-19. B. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions. C. Approval of 2019 Appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions.
Adult Probation: 70976 Adult Probation - DWI (1289) April 2019 1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the county auditor for the DWI Grant program income in the amount of $3,291.00 2. Approval of appropriation of the DWI program income (GPI) in the amount of $3,291.00. May 2019 1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the county auditor for the DWI Grant program income in the amount of $1,694.00 2. Approval of appropriation of the DWI program income (GPI) in the amount of $1,694.00.
Community Service Agency: 70985 Authorization to submit an application for the Emergency Food and Shelter Program.
Elections Administration: 70956 Approval of Election Services Contract between Hidalgo County and City of Weslaco for their special election to be held on July 16, 2019.
WIC: A. 71024 WIC ADMIN: 001-1292 Requesting approval of ratification to submit the Survey to the Texas Health and Human Services of items that Hidalgo County WIC Program would like to receive. B. 70926 WIC ADMIN- Program 001-(1292) 1. Requesting approval to accept the Health and Human Services Contract No. 2017-049851-001 Amendment No. 3 in the amount of 11,671,358.00 for the contract period of FY 2020 October 1, 2019 thru September 30, 2020 in accordance with Section III of the Contract. 2.Accept the decrease in funding in the amount of ($363,743.00) for the FY 2019 Amendment No.3 HHS Contract No. 2017-049851-001. 3.Requesting approval for County Judge to DocuSign the Signature Page for Amendment No.3 HHS Contract No. 2017-049851-001. 4. Requesting approval for County Judge to DocuSign the Fiscal Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFTA) Certification. WIC- Summer Food Program - 020 (1292) 1. Requesting approval to accept the Summer Food Program. Refer to (AI- 70789 - 6/18/19). WIC - Improving the Participant Experience (IPE): 023 (1292) 1. Requesting approval to accept the Improving the Participant Experience (IPE).Refer to (AI-70789 - 6/18/19).
Adult Probation: 70976 Adult Probation - DWI (1289) April 2019 1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the county auditor for the DWI Grant program income in the amount of $3,291.00 2. Approval of appropriation of the DWI program income (GPI) in the amount of $3,291.00. May 2019 1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the county auditor for the DWI Grant program income in the amount of $1,694.00 2. Approval of appropriation of the DWI program income (GPI) in the amount of $1,694.00.
Auditor's Office: 70785 Approval to release the County's audited Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), Single Audit, and Management Letter for the year ended December 31, 2018 prior to acceptance by the Commissioners Court.
Planning Department: A. 70983 1. FINAL APPROVAL a. Troy Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Elsa Pirkle) (Anderson Road & Val Verde Road) No. of Lots: 4 Single Family Flood Zone: C Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Anderson Road side ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation. Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s have been installed for (4) single family lots. B. 70974 Subdivision Approval 1. Preliminary Approval with Variance Request a. Las Comadres No. 7 Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Carlos G. Leal, Jr.) (Western Road & Mile 7 North Road) No. of Lots: 40 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch. ETJ: No, Rural Area Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s C. 70970 SUBDIVISION APPROVALS 1. Preliminary Approval a.Vista Ridge Acres Phase VII Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Jack McClelland) (Mile 5 ½ West Road & Mile 20 North Road) No. of Lots: 34 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch. ETJ: No, Rural Area Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation. Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s b. Abram Estates No. 1 Subdivision- Pct. 3 (A&M Management, Inc.) (Abram Road & Mile 1 South Road) No. of Lots: 121 Single Family Flood Zone: C Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Palmview Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by Agua SUD. 2. Final Approval a.Starlight Subdivision- Pct. 4 (VDC Alberta Longoria) (Raul Longoria Road & Alberta Road) No. of Lots: 1 Multi-Family Flood Zone: B Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system connecting to a detention pond discharging to the existing drain ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation. Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation. b. Villas Del Angel Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Gilbert Ramirez) (Glasscock Road & Mile 7 North Road) No. of Lots: 2 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Yes, drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Glasscock Road side ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of McAllen. Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation. Sewer: Yes, 2 OSSF’s are existing. c. J.V. Commercial Subdivision No. 2- Pct. 4 (Jose Villarreal) (F.M. 493 & Mile 20 North Road) No. of Lots: 3 Commercial Flood Zone: X 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. d. Vista Ridge Acres Phase VI Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Jack McClelland) (Mile 5 ½ West Road & Mile 20 North Road) No. of Lots: 66 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system discharging into an existing drain ditch. ETJ: No, Rural Area Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation. Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s have been installed for (66) single family lots. e. La Reserva Phase 1-A Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Tyler Stone) (F.M. 2812 & Uresti Road) No. of Lots: 99 Single Family Flood Zone: C Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by an existing drain ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation. Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s have been installed for (99) single family lots. Streetlights: 21 Streetlights f. Blanquita Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Kevin Campbell) (Mile 14 ½ North Road & F.M. 493) No. of Lots: 34 Single Family Flood Zone: X Shaded Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation. Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s have been installed for (34) single family lots. Streetlights: 5 Streetlights 3. Final Approval with Variance Request a.Faith Subdivision- Pct. 2 (Ismael Gonzalez & Cynthia Martinez) (Cesar Chavez Road & Eldora Road) No. of Lots: 1 Single Family Flood Zone: B Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Cesar Chavez Road side ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Alamo. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation. Sewer: Yes, OSSF has been installed for (1) single family lot. 4. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee a. A. Valadez Subdivision #3- Pct. 4 (Adolfo Valadez) (Curry Road & Cesar Chavez Road) No. of Lots: 3 Single Family, 1 Commercial Flood Zone: X Shaded Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation with in the proposed lots and surface runoff will drain into Curry Road side ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s have been installed for (3) single family lots. *Final Approval with Cash Deposit in the amount of 1,500.00 for 1 OSSF. b. Resendez Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Sergio Resendez) (Canton Road & Tower Road) No. of Lots: 4 Single Family Flood Zone: B Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation within the proposed lots and surface runoff will drain into Canton Road side ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s for lots 4B and 7B have been escrowed with this subdivision. OSSF’s for lots 4A and 7A have been previously escrowed with the recorded plat of Berny Estates Unit 2 *Final Approval with Cash Deposit in the amount of $3,000.00 for 2 OSSF’s. c. Pueblo De Palmas Phase 22 Subdivision - Pct. 4 (Gary Frisby, President) (Alamo Road & Mile 19 North Road) No. of Lots: 115 Single Family, 6 Commercial Flood Zone: X Shaded Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by a storm sewer system and detention will be provided by an existing drain ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Edinburg. *Final Approval with Letter of Credit in the amount of 889,859.48 for Sanitary Sewer, Storm Drainage and paving improvements has been submitted to the City of Edinburg. D. 70930 PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMIT 1. Applicant: Castle Enterprise LLC Legal Description: 5.00 acres tract of land out of and forming a part of lot 1 Blk. 93 Missouri Texas Land and Irrigation Company.; Proposed Las Gardenias Subdivision. (Pct. 4) (Mile 19 North Road & Val Verde Road.) Location of Utilities: Mile 19 North Road west of Val Verde Road. Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 18” class III R.C.P. open cut crossing Mile 19 North Road.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu: A. 71098 Requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 2 approved by CC 12/11/18 (AI#68029) to correct a clerical error for the Pct 2 Rancho Blanco Road Extension Project B. 71109 Hidalgo County SH 107 (Bus 281 to IH69C) Highway Imprv Project(TxDot): 1. Approval of Advance Funding Agreement (AFA) between Hidalgo County and Texas Department of Transportation for Hidalgo County SH 107 from Bus 281W to IH-69C Highway Improvement Project CSJ: 0342-01-093 with authority for the County Judge to docusign required documentation. 2. Approval of an order authorizing Hidalgo County to enter into an Advance Funding Agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation for the Hidalgo County SH 107 from Bus 281W to IH-69C Highway Improvement Project, with authority for the County Judge to sign the Order.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores: A. 70972 Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcels 13 and 14 in connection with FM 494 (Shary Road) from FM 1924 to FM 676, with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documents on behalf of the County of Hidalgo. B. 70967 Requesting approval to accept the counteroffers to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel No. 38 and Parcel No. 45 associated with the Veterans Blvd. from Abram Road to La Homa Road (ROW CSJ#0865-01-111) with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administrative Evaluation and Approval Forms.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres: A. 71118 Resolution to honor the life and legacy of former UTPA coach Al Olgetree. B. 70957 Requesting approval for the RGV Food Bank Distribution to use the San Carlos Endowment Center Community/Cultural Rooms (including the parking lot area) at Precinct 4 on Wednesday, July 10, 2019 from 9 am-12 pm.
Budget & Management: A. 70977 Presentation of the Work Healthier Challenge that will commence on August 2, 2019. B. 70948 Sheriff's Office (1100): 1. Approval of the following change in funding source as listed on Exhibit A, effective 07/08/19. 2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer. C. 71057 Transfers In-General Fund (1285): Approval of 2019 interfund transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency (1100) to Transfers In-General Fund (1285) in the amount of $14,889.65 to fund the remaining portion of salary and fringe benefits for the position in the Interlocal Agreement between Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 3 and Irrigation District #6. D. Budget Appropriations: 1. 71052 A. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 111.070, approval of emergency appropriation from the General Fund - Fund Balance in the amount of $192,350.00 for emergency related expenditures. B. Approval to hire temporary positions under the Hurricane Preparedness account as approved on AI#70914 C. Approval to waive posting, hiring and enrollment procedures. 2. 70935 Approval of 2019 estimated revenues in the amount of $53,264,718.95 and appropriation/interfund transfer in the amount of $53,559,718.95 for bond proceeds, bond premium, and issuance costs received for Certificate of Obligation, Series 2019A and Refunding Bonds, Series 2019B. 3. 71113 CO2017- Pct 1 New Tax Office Substation (1351): Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by County Auditor in the amount of $204,685.33 from interest earnings for Fund 1351 and 2019 appropriation of funds for the New Tax Office Substation (121-253) in the amount of $351,320.28.
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. 71079 Requesting authority to exercise the ninety (90) day grace period extension as provided in the current agreement contract E-18-093-05-22 with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson for the purpose of "Collection of Delinquent Court Costs, Fees and Fines," for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms and conditions. 2. 71054 Presentation of a report by Hidalgo County's consultant, Robert Pena,Texas Energy Consultants for the purpose of procuring a new electric energy provider [current contract w/Reliant expires 11/19] for County [to include all applicable/eligible departments, programs and/or agencies] for discussion on different options and methods for direction/action by CC on how to proceed to secure proposals: a. Solicit proposals from awarded vendors through purchasing cooperatives, state programs, aggregation pool so as to eliminate the need to publish ads [and thus meet the competitive procurement statutes]; or, in the alternative; b. Authority to publish/advertise an Request for Proposal Project [with procurement packet drafted and developed by Consultant & Purchasing Dept.] for "Electric Service Provider". 3. 71037 a. Presentation of scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by Commissioner's Court, the responses received in connection with the Request for Proposals for: Hidalgo County - "RFP 2019-056-05-15-YZV - Financial Advisory Services": b. Requesting authority for Purchasing Department to proceed to negotiate commencing a with the number one ranked firm of ______________________________________________ for the provisions of "Financial Advisory Services" for Hidalgo County. B. Pct. 1 1. 71060 Acceptance and approval of WA# 2 from Halff & Associates with an estimated amount of $32,500.00 for the engineering and or/architectural services required for the turnkey installation of a generator to the Precinct 1 Administration building. 2. 71073 Acceptance and approval to execute AIA Document A133-2009 Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment No. 1 between Hidalgo County and contractor, Erickson Construction, LLC. for the "Construction of Tax Office Substation" in the Precinct No. 1 Area, for the amount of $1,199,600.00 and, with authority to issue a Notice to Proceed [NTP], subject to legal counsel's final review and approval. 3. 70716 Requesting approval to purchase the following equipment through Rush Truck Center of Texas [coop awarded vendor, BuyBoard contract #521-16]: One (1) Peterbilt 348 Grapple truck $241,067.73 (Req #395285) which includes delivery and a one time administration fee of $400.00 C. Pct. 2 1. 71086 Approval of Work Authorization No. 5 (with an estimated cost of $4,428.00) as submitted by Terracon Consultants, Inc., Contract No. C-18-221-08-28 to provide geotechnical engineering study for the Pct 2 Valle Alto Park Youth Facility Project. 2. 71088 Approval of Work Authorization No. 6 (with an estimated cost of $12,762.00) as submitted by Terracon Consultants, Inc., Contract No. C-18-221-08-28 to provide construction material testing services for the Pct 2 Las Milpas Park Youth Facility Project. 3. 71090 Approval of Work Authorization No. 7 (with an estimated cost of $3,525.00) as submitted by Terracon Consultants, Inc., Contract No. C-18-221-08-28 to provide construction material testing services for the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park -Phase I - Parking Lot Project. 4. 71092 Approval of Work Authorization No. 8 (with an estimated cost of $12,000.00) as submitted by Terracon Consultants, Inc., through Contract No. C-18-221-08-28 to provide geotechnical engineering and construction material testing services for the Pct 2 All Inclusive Park Project. D. Pct. 3 1. 70939 Acceptance and approval of "First Amendment" to Lease of Land in the Area of Sullivan City (C-18-026A-04-23) for Solid Waste Citizen Collection Site between County and Maria E. Esparza to reflect Special Warranty Gift Deed conveying the Premises to Abel Rodriguez with no budgetary impact. 2. 71030 Requesting approval of a professional appraisal service agreement with George J. Salazar, II, DBA Appraisal Haus, for a fair market value of the Peñitas Landfill located within Hidalgo County Precinct #3. 3. 71065 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 grids (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the two (2) sets/groups of firms graded and evaluated through the County's approved pool of professional engineering service providers required for multiple On Call Engineer Services located in Pct. #3: 1st. Group Nominated-Professional Engineering Service Firms (Project - FM1925) Grade Ranking MEG Engineering, 92 Hinojosa Engineering, Inc. 91 L&G Engineering 98 2nd. Group Nominated-Professional Engineering Service Firms (Project - On Call Services) Grade Ranking R.E. Garcia & Associates 88 ICE 94 Javier Hinojosa Engineering 96 C. Authority for Purchasing Department to commence negotiations with the number one ranked firms from both 1st. & 2nd. group for the purpose of On Call Professional Engineering Service Agreements for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3: Group #1 ____________________________ & Group #2 ___________________________. E. Pct. 4 1. 71027 A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements, under Tx.LGC, 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services; B. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firm graded/evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of Engineering Firms for (On Call) Professional Engineering Services for to provisions of: "Buildings Repairs, Renovations, Alterations, Additions and/or Other related Services to County Owned Buildings“ for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4; Firm Name Evaluator #1 Evaluator #2 Score Rank B2Z ENGINEERING 98 99 197 ENTECH CIVIL ENGINEERING 91 94 185 HINOJOSA ENGINEERING 90 91 181 C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Services Agreement for (On Call)-Engineering Services for the provisions of: "Buildings Repairs, Renovations, Alterations, Additions and/or Other related Services to County Owned Buildings" for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4, commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm ____________________________ . 2. 71028 A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements, under Tx.LGC, 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services; B. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firm graded/evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of Engineering Firms for (On Call) Professional Engineering Services for to provisions of: "Buildings Repairs, Renovations, Alterations, Additions and/or Other related Services to County Owned Buildings“ for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4; Firm Name Evaluator #1 Evaluator #2 Score Rank STRADA ENGINEERING & CONSULTING 92 95 187 ICE ENGINEERS 91 92 183 HALFF ASSOCIATES, INC 99 97 196 C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Services Agreement for (On Call)-Engineering Services for the provisions of: "Buildings Repairs, Renovations, Alterations, Additions and/or Other related Services to County Owned Buildings" for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4, commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm ____________________________ . 3. 71061 Acceptance and approval to execute Amendment No. 1 between Hidalgo County and LPJ Family Limited Partnership, to amend a reduction in rental in return for Lessee allowing Lessor to dispose of commercial waste at Premises and to modify the hours and days of operation. 4. 71062 Requesting approval to enter into two (2) professional appraisal service agreements with the following appraisal firms: Leonel Garza, Jr. & Associates, LLC George J. Salazar, II d/b/a APPRAISAL HAUS For the provision of On-Call Appraisal & Related Services in connection with the acquisitions of land, right of way, easements, condemnations and disposition of county owned property located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4, on an as needed basis. F. IT Department 1. 69749 Approval to enter into two (2) Directv Commercial HD Receiver Upgrade Agreements through Commercial Dealer Creeve Investments which will remain in effect for the lifetime of the equipment, replaced or otherwise revoked by HCCC including authority for County Judge or participating CC member to sign all required documents. 2. 70727 A. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 (estimated cost of $1,175.00) as submitted by the project engineer, Halff Associates Inc. to provide reimbursable thru contract #C-18-142-05-08. B. Approval of Change Order #2 from Noble Texas Builders [with no cost impact] reflecting an extension of the construction to be increased an additional 56 days due to delay in County [IT Dept.] not receiving ordered equipment Department in connection with the renovation of the Network Operations Center including authority for County Judge or CC member to execute document. 3. 70938 Approval to purchase Hard drive and cables through Netsync Network Solutions through DIR Contract (DIR-TSO-4167 EXP. 07/03/2020) in the amount of $ 138,975.20 thru Req 395010. G. Health & Human Services Dept. 1. 71046 a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(2): "An item necessary to preserve or protect the public health or safety of the residents of the County" b. Requesting authority to enter into a Regional Insertion Order Agreement with approval to execute same with National CineMedia, LLC for the Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department for : On Screen Regional segment advertisement "Theater Advertisement" through Requisition #394779 in the total amount of $7,962.00 for the purpose of providing Public Health Awareness Outreach Services as necessary to protect the health and safety of the residents of Hidalgo County. With authority for the County Judge or CC Member to sign all required documentation. H. County Clerk 1. 70921 Presentation of the sole bid received and requesting the approval /authorization of award to vendor meeting all requirements and/or specifications for project; "Purchase, Removal and Related Services for Shredded and Recyclable Materials" for the County Clerk's Office under contract C-19-104-07-01 Master Fibers Inc.
Open Forum
30. Closed Session: Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, 551.072 & 551.074 to discuss the following: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 71075 Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Go North. D. 71083 Discussion and/or deliberation regarding employment of Director, Public Defender's Office E. 70954 Cause No. C-5342-17-C; City of Donna v County of Hidalgo, et al F. 71069 C-2763-19-F; Maria Taylor v. Hidalgo County and Marlene Trevino Vasquez G. 71071 Cause #C-2761-19-A; Raul Hinojosa v. Hidalgo County and Juan Moreno H. 71081 Civil Action No. 7:19-cv-00188; Neal McDonnell v Jennifer Glover, et al I. 70993 Cause No. C-0034-19-B; Aurelia Mendez v County of Hidalgo J. 70980 Claim of AT&T K. 71053 Claim regarding Rochester Armored Car Co., Inc. L. 71116 Cause #C-5730-16-F; Hidalgo County v. Descon Construction, LP et al 31. 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)
32. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 71074 Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Go North D. 71084 Discussion and/or deliberation regarding employment of Director, Public Defender's Office E. 70955 Cause No. C-5342-17-C; City of Donna v County of Hidalgo, et al F. 71070 Cause #C-2763-19-F; Maria Taylor v. Hidalgo County and Marlene Trevino Vasquez G. 71072 Cause #C-2761-19-A; Raul Hinojosa v. Hidalgo County and Juan Moreno H. 71082 Civil Action No. 7:19-cv-00188; Neal McDonnell v Jennifer Glover, et al I. 70994 Cause No. C-0034-19-B; Aurelia Mendez v County of Hidalgo J. 70981 Claim of AT&T K. 71055 Claim regarding Rochester Armored Car Co., Inc. L. 71117 Cause #C-5730-16-F; Hidalgo County v. Descon Construction, LP et al 35. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. General Operations: A. AI -71036 Discussion and update as it relates to HCDD1 Flood operations for the June 24, 2019 Rain Event. B. AI -71040 Discussion as it relates to meeting about Regional Drainage Improvements with Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). C. AI -71119 Requesting approval of Inter Local Agreement between Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 and Delta Lake Irrigation District as it relates to The North Raymondville Drain. (Subject to final Legal review) D. AI -71048 1.) Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. 2.) Presentation of scoring grid of two (2) sets of firms graded through the District's pre-qualified Professional Engineering Services Pool for the purpose of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors in connection with "Professional Geotechnical Services On-Call (on as needed basis)" required for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Projects SET 1 (C-HCDD1-19-058-__-__) FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK: B2Z Engineering, LLC 96.33 Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC 89.00 Alpha Infrastructure Engineering, PLLC 87.00 SET 2 (C-HCDD1-19-060-__-__) FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK: Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. 96.33 Cortran Engineering, PLLC 93.00 Jimenez Engineering Solutions, LLC dba International Consulting Engineers 93.67 3.) Pursuant to the Boards approval, requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreements with each of the number one (1) ranked firms presented: Set 1 ________________________, and Set 2_____________________ for the provisions of "Professional Geotechnical Services On-Call (on as needed basis)" for Hidalgo County Drainage District Projects. E. AI -71029 A. Approval of Resolution and Affidavit requesting financial assistance from the Texas Water Development Board for the Raymondville Drain Project and action designating Mr. Raul E. Sesin, P.E., CFM as the authorized signor of the grant agreement and any other necessary documents that apply to the grant and transfer of funds. 6. 2018 Bond Referendum Projects: A. AI -71038 1. Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement (subject to legal review) with Guzman & Muñoz Engineering and Surveying, Inc., as it relates to Professional Engineering Services related to the project: "Malone Drive & Pomelo Road (Project # 18) and Old La Blanca & Mile 10 N (Project # 28) -2018 Bond Referendum Projects"'. Approved for negotiations by HCDD1 Board of Directors on Agenda Item #69910 (04/16/19); 2. Pursuant to the Board's Approval of Professional Agreement with Guzman & Muñoz Engineering and Surveying, Inc., requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $79,736.46, to provide Engineering Services for "Malone Drive & Pomelo Road (Project # 18) and Old La Blanca & Mile 10 N (Project # 28) -2018 Bond Referendum Projects", subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Contract # C-HCDD1-19-046-07-01 - WA-1). B. AI -71095 1. Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement (subject to legal review) with South Texas Infrastructure Group, L.L.C., as it relates to Professional Engineering Services related to the project: "Mile 11 N & FM 1015 -2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 22''. Approved for negotiations by HCDD1 Board of Directors on Agenda Item #69909 (04-16-19); 2. Pursuant to the Board's Approval of Professional Agreement with South Texas Infrastructure Group, L.L.C., requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $1,115,499.82, to provide Engineering Services for "Mile 11 N & FM 1015 -2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 22'', subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Contract # C-HCDD1-19-045-07-01 - WA-1). 7. 2012 Bond Referendum - 2013 Bond Series: A. AI -71087 Approval to issue payment on the following item(s) proceeding review & compliance of contract terms & conditions: Bdgt: 370- Pct1 Donna North Lateral Control Structure Bdgt: 370-Pct2 FM 495 Drain Control Structure Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $21,969.00 from Venser Contractors, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-18-049-09-19 FM 495 Drain Control Structure & Donna North Lateral Control Structure.PO#636130 Project Engineer: Jose N. Saldivar, P.E.-Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 B. AI -71114 Request approval of a Budget Amendment to appropriate unreserve Fund Balance in the amount of $1,164,999.96 from the 2013 Bond Series- fund 133 into the various 2013 bond projects as needed for completion. 8. Closed Session: Board of Directors may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending 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. 9. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 10. Closed Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 11. Open Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 12. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres: A. 71118 Resolution to honor the life and legacy of former UTPA coach Al Olgetree. B. 70957 Requesting approval for the RGV Food Bank Distribution to use the San Carlos Endowment Center Community/Cultural Rooms (including the parking lot area) at Precinct 4 on Wednesday, July 10, 2019 from 9 am-12 pm.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes: A. 71096 Resolution in honor of Mr. Luis Sosa for 34 years of service.
County Clerk's Office - Arturo Guajardo, Jr.: A. 71097 Resolution in honor of Anna Smith for 37 years of service. B. 70931 Approval to select names for the 2019 Grievance Committee, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 152.015. C. 70934 As suggested by the County Auditor via letter submitted to the County Clerk, the County Clerk is seeking indemnification of $100 for a counterfeit bill accepted by the Collections department in September 2018.
1. 71123 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. 71124 Presentation of Fund Information Report B. 70923 Pursuant to Local Government Code §115.0035, requesting approval of the attached County Auditor's review/audit letters. C. 70925 Pursuant to Local Government Code §114.044, requesting approval of the attached monthly collection reports. D. 71003 Discussion, consideration and approval to process the City of Edinburg's "The Shoppes at Rio Grande Valley" 2018-2019 TIRZ payment, in the amount of $343,874.79 pursuant to the interlocal agreement between the City of Edinburg, Hidalgo County, and the Reinvestment Zone No. 1, City of Edinburg. E. 71010 Discussion, consideration and approval to process the City of Edinburg's "La Sienna" 2018-2019 TIRZ payment, in the amount of $193,896.02 pursuant to the interlocal agreement between the City of Edinburg, Hidalgo County, and the Reinvestment Zone No. 3, City of Edinburg. F. 71012 Discussion, consideration and approval to process the City of Edinburg's "Entertainment Center" 2018-2019 TIRZ payment, in the amount of $127,102.83 pursuant to the interlocal agreement between the City of Edinburg, Hidalgo County, and the Reinvestment Zone No. 4, City of Edinburg. 3. 2019 Intradepartmental transfers: A. 71112 2019 - HIDTA FY18 Grant (1291) B. 71107 2019 - CW Mech Shop (1200) C. 70964 2019 - Pct 2 Sanitation (1100) D. 70965 2019 - Pct 2 Administration (1200) E. 71108 2019 - Pct 2 Parks (1100) F. 70963 2019 - Pct 2 CRC Alamo (1100) G. 71104 Hidalgo County Constable Pct 1 (1100) H. 71105 2019 - Executive Office (1100) I. 71103 2019 - WIC (1292) J. 71026 2019 - WIC Admin (1292) K. 71021 2019 - Pct.4 Endowment (1100) L. 71022 2019 - Pct.4 Admin (1200) M. 71023 2019 - Pct.4 Road Maint (1200) N. 71020 2019 - Pct.4 Emergency Srv Linn (1100) O. 71017 2019 - Health & Human Services Dept./ Clinics (1100) P. 71009 2019 - Health & Human Services Dept. / TECE (1293) Q. 71004 2019 - Health & Human Services Dept. - TB State (1293) R. 71002 2019 - Health & Human Services Dept. - TB Federal (1293) S. 71007 2019 - Constable Precinct 4 (1100) T. 71006 2019 - Constable Precinct 4 (1259) U. 71001 2019 - Pct. 3 Sanitation (1100) V. 71035 2019 - Pct. 3 Sanitation (1100) W. 71008 2019 - 449th District Court (1100) X. 71032 2019 - Bail Bond Board (1100) Y. 71042 2019 - Co Auditor (1100) Z. 70991 2019 - Planning Dept. (1100) AA. 70971 2019 - Pct. 4 Sanitation (1100) BB. 70960 2019 - JP 1, 1 (1100) CC. 70961 2019 - IT Department (1100) DD. 70962 2019 - Law Library (1247) EE. 70966 2019 - New Courthouse (1100) FF. 70979 2019 - JP Pct. 2, Pl 2 (1100) GG. 70958 2019 - Jail (1100) 4. 2019 Interdepartmental transfers: A. 71093 CO2018B-Pct 2 Hdlg All Inclusive Park Prj (1353): Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer from CO2018B-Pct 2 Hidalgo CRC Yth Facility Prj into CO2018B-Pct 2 Hdlg All Inclusive Park Project in the amount of $12,000.00 to fund project expenditures. B. 71050 Bail Bond Board (1100): Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer from Bail Bond Board Department 150, Program 002 to Dept. 010, Program 002 in the amount of $9.23 to fund negatives. C. 71018 Pct. #1 (1350): Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer from fund 1350 program 229 to program 263 in the amount of $59,969.10 to fund road reconstruction project. D. 71013 Precinct No.3 (CO2017): Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer within CO2017 from program (122) to program (110) in the amount of $268,864.00 for reclassification of expenditures. E. 71015 Precinct No.3 (CO2018B): Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer within CO2018B from program (122) to program (110) in the amount of $29,182.00 for reclassification of expenditures. F. 71011 CO2016-PCT3 (1350): Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer within CO2016-PCT3 from program (122) to program (110) in the amount of $15,067.00 to fund reclassification of expenditures. G. 70932 Various Depts-Late Fees (1100): Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm-Contingency to Various Departments in the amount of $2,736.29 to fund late fees. H. 70940 CO 2017 Justice Center 25th Ave (1351): Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer within CO 2017 from County Service Facility, progm. 051, to Justice Center 25th Ave.,progm 054, in the amount of $374.14 to fund project expenses. 5. Planning Department: A. 71045 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. 70951 1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee a. Re-Subdivision of Lot 2 Tierra Madre- Pct. 1 (Vivero Concrete, LLC.) (F.M. 493 & Mile 17 ½ North Road) *Reimbursement request: $5,200.00 for (1) Multi-family OSSF C. 70953 1. Reimbursement for Financial Guarantee a.Sendero Trails Ph. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Megaware Corp.) (U.S. Hwy 281 & F.M. 490) *Reimbursement request: $1,000.00 for (1) OSSF D. 70942 1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee a. Mesquite Xrossing Subdivision- Pct. 1 (RGV Auto Source) (F.M. 88 & Mile 14 North Road) *Reimbursement request: $1,500.00 for (1) OSSF 6. County Judge's Office: A. 71111 Resolution in honor of fallen police officer Jose Esperiqueta B. 71076 Economic Development (1100): Discussion, consideration, and approval of the Hidalgo County Small Town Economic Development Program's disbursement of payment in the amount of $10,325.00 to awarded recipient Hernandez Barns. 7. Tax Refunds: A. 71044 ACCOUNT NUMBER PAYER AMOUNT F0300-99-002-0000-06 VANTAGE BANK TEXAS $2,993.27 B. 70947 ACCOUNT NUMBER PAYER AMOUNT C2275.00.000.0033.00 CORELOGIC $7,043.53 E5350.99.000.0001.01 FRENCH ELLISON TRUCK CENTER $24,175.08 C. 70946 ACCOUNT NUMBER PAYER AMOUNT W3800.00.148.0000.00 RIO VALLEY ESTATES, G.P. $17,093.87 D. 70944 ACCOUNT NUMBER PAYER AMOUNT L1100.02.003.0098.00 VANTAGE BANK $2,826.05 8. Membership Dues/Certifications: A. 71025 449TH DC: Requesting approval to pay 2019 State Bar of Texas Membership Dues and 2019 Hidalgo County Bar Association (HCBA) Dues in the total amount of $310.00 (Requisition #00396648, #00396621 with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor. B. 70890 Sheriff's Office (1100): Requesting approval of requisition #396048 for 2019 membership dues for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra to the Southwestern Border Sheriff's Coalition in the amount of $200.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. C. 70866 District Attorney (1100): Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA) for the following employees: Lee M. Cantu, Ana Liz De Leon-Vargas, Juan Garza, Ricardo Hernandez, Jorge A. Sanchez, Leonardo Sanchez, Leigh Ann Tognetti, and Alexandria Lynn Barrera, in the amount of $460.00 (Requisition #396005), with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor. 9. Budget & Management: C. 70986 Salary Sweep (1100): Approval to transfer lapsed salaries from various departments to the Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency account. 10. 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. 71039 Hidalgo County District Attorney: Requesting authority to purchase and enter into a (36) monthly subscription agreement for the (Online Services) with Thomson Reuters-West Publishing Corporation and authority to execute a required agreement for the District Attorney's Office through the Project # 2019-199 at _____per month. Subject to legal approval B. 71067 Acceptance and approval of "First Amendment" to the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement [C15-269-07-21] between Hidalgo County and Cameron County for the purpose of "Housing of Inmates" (including transportation) at a rate of $60.00 dollars per inmate. C. 71102 Requesting approval of Change Order No. 1 (C-18-199-02-12) with Texas Cordia Construction, LLC for the Hidalgo County Precinct #2 -Regional Linear Park Project - Section 2 (from Ridge Road to Hall Acres Road) as recommended by project engineer, Saul Muñoz, P.E.. D. 71041 Pct. 1 (1351): Requesting approval to pay invoice #00025150 in the amount of $5,498.50 for professional engineering services rendered in connection with the Sunset Park Operations Facility-WA#1, as submitted by Halff Associates, Inc. E. 71051 Pct. #1 (1353): Requesting approval to pay Payment Application No. 001 in the amount of $12,000.00 for services rendered in connection with the Tax Office Substation as submitted by Erickson Construction, Inc. F. 71047 Pct. 1 (1351): Requesting approval to pay invoice #00024027 in the amount of $12,010.00 for professional engineering services rendered in connection with the Sunset Park Operations Facility-WA#1, as submitted by Halff Associates, Inc. G. 70878 Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications/requirements, legal notice and draft agreement etc.) as attached hereto for Hidalgo County - "Lease of Office Space - Mcallen Area" through RFB No.: 2019-175-00-00-TDL including the re-advertisement if/when required. H. 70915 Requesting to exercise the 3rd extension as provided in the current contract agreement C-17-048-04-05, under the same rates, terms, and conditions with Richard A. Garza, BIC Development Corporation for the Lease of Office Space for off-premises Storage Area Effective October 01, 2019- thru September 30, 2020. I. 70982 Requesting approval of payment for the following invoice listed below submitted by the project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC., for engineering services provided for the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Detention Barracks Project: Invoice Date Invoice # Amount PO# 06/03/2019 20156 $6,205.74 789844 J. 71005 Veteran's Service Office: Action to delete original supporting documentation/quote of $6.99 monthly (erroneously submitted by Spectrum to Hidalgo County Veterans Office) and replace with the correct quote in the amount of $7.50 monthly basis with all original statutory forms still applicable and compliant and with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documents. K. 71034 IT Department: Acceptance and approval of a month to month contract with MindCentric [hosting e-mail services] commencing once executed for continued services while conversion, training and all other services completed with/through new awarded vendor procurement is completed including authority for County Judge or CC member to sign all required documentation and subject to Form 1295. L. 70786 Approval of Application for Payment No. 25 in the amount of $69,101.17 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. M. 70906 Approval to exercise a one year]extension [as 2-1 yr. possible] in the current contract agreement C-16-307A-10-13, under the same rates, terms, and conditions with STX Snacktime Vending Company, LLC for Vending Machines Services Effective November 15, 2019- thru November 14, 2020. O. 70933 Constable Pct. 3 Requesting approval for the destruction of salvaged departmental uniforms, in the interest of safety and security against possible misuse of said items since they contain departmental logos, through the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office (on their time schedule and clear of any burn bans that may be in effect). The uniforms are worn/damaged beyond repair and are no longer useful for their intended use. P. 70945 Approval of the addition of fuel cards/users including, but not limited to, the following: Hidalgo County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Services - fuel card user
A. 70937 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $414,939.50 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 06/13/19 to 06/19/19. 06/13-19/19 $414,939.50 TOTAL $414,939.50 2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid. B. 70936 Self-Insured (2202): Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of June 1-15, 2019 in the amount of $30,889.91 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
70973 Approval to clarify/correct the amount reflected on quote for a purchase [CC 6/6/10 C/AI-70539] from $137,050.68 to $137,785.00 as the deletion by SO of large item reduced the discount on original quote.
County Judge's Office: 70943 Approval of re-appointment of Jim Darling to the Board of Directors of the Rio Grande Regional Water Authority for a two year term
Emergency Management: A. 71068 1. Presentation, discussion, and necessary action to approve the Order Continuing Local State of Disaster for the County of Hidalgo due to the torrential rain event of June 24, 2019 which caused flooding and damage to property. 2. Presentation, discussion and authorization for the County Judge to sign the required documentation. B. 71049 Discussion and possible action regarding approval to apply for the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, FEMA-4377-DR-TX, with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation.
District Attorney's Office: A. 70987 Hidalgo County DA's Office - Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant (DVSP) (1281): Approval to submit a DVSP Grant #2931304 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG). B. 70959 DA - Victim Assistance Program Grant (VAP) (1281): Approval to submit a VAP Grant #2924302 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
County Treasurer - Lita Leo: 70992 Approval to close the Morganti Texas Retainage Account and transfer balance to the Hidalgo County Capital Project Fund account.
Sheriff's Office: A. 70997 Requesting authorization for Judge Richard Cortez, to sign and submit NIBRS Compliance Verification Form for the NIBRS Grant award 3661701 to the Texas Office of the Governor – Criminal Justice Division (CJD) on egrants. B. 70990 Sheriff's Office - Operation Stonegarden FY16 (1284): Ratification of email dated June 21, 2019 to request 1 month extension for FY2016 Operation Stonegarden. C. 70927 Sheriff's Office - Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) (1284): Approval to request 6 month extension for Violence Against Women Act Grant (VAWA) D. 70893 Pursuant to Hidalgo County Cellular Telephone Policy (AT&T, DIR-TSO-3420) presentation for consideration, acceptance and approval of Cellular Phone Request form (Data Connect Government) for the following: Approval of requisition # 393435 for 1 DataConnect Government Unlimited Data for new Patrol Unit @ $37.00 per device.
Tax Office: 71058 Requesting approval of a Dealer Deputy Agreement between Hidalgo County and Continental Imports, Inc. DBA Mercedes-Benz of San Juan P154082 subject to the dealership providing a bond in the amount of $100,000.00 and final legal review.
Constable Pct. #3: A. 70772 Constable Pct. 3 (1285): 1. Requesting approval to continue payment from General Fund for the employee currently hired under the Irrigation District #6 agreement, pending approval to renew agreement for the year 2019. 2. Requesting approval to renew Interlocal Agreement between County of Hidalgo,Texas, (acting by and through the office of Constable, Precinct 3) and Hidalgo County Irrigation District #6 with additional amendments, effective May 31, 2019. 3. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $50,000. 4. Requesting approval of appropriation of funds in the amount of $64,889.65. B. 70949 Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Erik A. Rodriguez, as Reserve Deputy Constable, by Lazaro Gallardo, Jr. Constable Pct. 3, in accordance to the Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.
Executive Office: A. Presentation for discussion of the following: 1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects 2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting B. 71094 National Association of Counties: Approval to appoint Richard F. Cortez, County Judge, as the voting delegate and appoint Larry Gallardo Jr., Constable Pct. 3 as an alternate to NACo. C. 71085 Discussion, consideration, and action on appointment of Hidalgo County representative to the Rio Grande Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization Transportation Policy Committee D. 70941 Veterans Office: Requesting authorization and approval to purchase promotional items under "Public Purpose" pursuant to the Tex. Const. Art. 3 Sec. 52 for 2019 year E. 70989 Approval to accept settlement check from Pronto Insurance Agency in the amount of $687.80 to settle auto accident with County vehicle. (Sheriff Office) F. 70988 Approval to accept settlement check from Coastline Construction, Inc. in the amount of $100.00 to settle damages to County vehicle window. (Sheriff Office)
Human Resources: A. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (if applicable) for personnel items listed B. 71000 Approval of the appointment of interns from UT-RGV to participate in the WIC Lactation Care Center for the period of July 19, 2019 through October 25,2019. C. 70999 Pct. 3 Road Maintenance (1200): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 07/08/2019: Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Create 123-005 0114 Road Maintenance Foreman 13 D. 71014 275th District Court (1100): Approval to extend Temporary Full-Time position for 23 weeks beginning 08/01/2019 and ending 12/31/2019: Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Extend Temporary Full-Time position 005-001 T007 Legal Assistant II 08
Urban County: A. 71056 1. Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, when and if applicable, the Urban County Program is requesting approval to purchase Neighborly Software, a hosted software solution, from Benevate Inc. obtained through solicited quotes and demonstration of software functionality in the amount of $8,600.00. 2. Authorization to renew annual subscription for three (3) licenses on a yearly basis in the amount of $6,300.00 and add/delete users as needed. B. 71059 Approval of land acquisition of Easement #1 for the 2015 Flood Grant/ Trenton Drain Phase II and III (GLO 18-271-000-A923). C. 71066 Approval of land acquisition of Easement #2 for the 2015 Flood Grant/ Trenton Drain Phase II and III (GLO 18-271-000-A923).
Health & Human Services Department: A. 70975 1. Requesting approval to submit grant renewal application for the TB Federal FY 20 program in the amount of $437,771.00 in grant funds and $87,554.00 in local match funds. The contract period will be 01/01/2020 to 12/31/2020 with an option to extend through December 2021. 2. Requesting approval for County Judge to sign the Form A signature page. B. Health Care Funding District: 1. 70809 A. Approval of Certification of Governmental Entity Participation for Hospital Affiliates on behalf of the Hidalgo County B. Approval of Affiliation Agreements by and between Hidalgo County and the following affiliated hospitals: 1. Doctors Hospital At Renaissance 2. Mission Hospital Inc. 3. Knapp Medical Center 4. Rio Grande Regional 5. McAllen Hospitals LP C. Discussion and approval for County Judge to sign letter to HHSC C. Indigent Health Care Program: 1. 70924 A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for Demonstration Year 8 Round 1 DSRIP Payment and DY 8 Monitoring IGT in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) with a transfer date of 7-01-19 and a settlement date of 7-02-19. B. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions. C. Approval of 2019 Appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions.
Adult Probation: 70976 Adult Probation - DWI (1289) April 2019 1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the county auditor for the DWI Grant program income in the amount of $3,291.00 2. Approval of appropriation of the DWI program income (GPI) in the amount of $3,291.00. May 2019 1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the county auditor for the DWI Grant program income in the amount of $1,694.00 2. Approval of appropriation of the DWI program income (GPI) in the amount of $1,694.00.
Community Service Agency: 70985 Authorization to submit an application for the Emergency Food and Shelter Program.
Elections Administration: 70956 Approval of Election Services Contract between Hidalgo County and City of Weslaco for their special election to be held on July 16, 2019.
WIC: A. 71024 WIC ADMIN: 001-1292 Requesting approval of ratification to submit the Survey to the Texas Health and Human Services of items that Hidalgo County WIC Program would like to receive. B. 70926 WIC ADMIN- Program 001-(1292) 1. Requesting approval to accept the Health and Human Services Contract No. 2017-049851-001 Amendment No. 3 in the amount of 11,671,358.00 for the contract period of FY 2020 October 1, 2019 thru September 30, 2020 in accordance with Section III of the Contract. 2.Accept the decrease in funding in the amount of ($363,743.00) for the FY 2019 Amendment No.3 HHS Contract No. 2017-049851-001. 3.Requesting approval for County Judge to DocuSign the Signature Page for Amendment No.3 HHS Contract No. 2017-049851-001. 4. Requesting approval for County Judge to DocuSign the Fiscal Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFTA) Certification. WIC- Summer Food Program - 020 (1292) 1. Requesting approval to accept the Summer Food Program. Refer to (AI- 70789 - 6/18/19). WIC - Improving the Participant Experience (IPE): 023 (1292) 1. Requesting approval to accept the Improving the Participant Experience (IPE).Refer to (AI-70789 - 6/18/19).
Adult Probation: 70976 Adult Probation - DWI (1289) April 2019 1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the county auditor for the DWI Grant program income in the amount of $3,291.00 2. Approval of appropriation of the DWI program income (GPI) in the amount of $3,291.00. May 2019 1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the county auditor for the DWI Grant program income in the amount of $1,694.00 2. Approval of appropriation of the DWI program income (GPI) in the amount of $1,694.00.
Auditor's Office: 70785 Approval to release the County's audited Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), Single Audit, and Management Letter for the year ended December 31, 2018 prior to acceptance by the Commissioners Court.
Planning Department: A. 70983 1. FINAL APPROVAL a. Troy Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Elsa Pirkle) (Anderson Road & Val Verde Road) No. of Lots: 4 Single Family Flood Zone: C Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Anderson Road side ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation. Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s have been installed for (4) single family lots. B. 70974 Subdivision Approval 1. Preliminary Approval with Variance Request a. Las Comadres No. 7 Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Carlos G. Leal, Jr.) (Western Road & Mile 7 North Road) No. of Lots: 40 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch. ETJ: No, Rural Area Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s C. 70970 SUBDIVISION APPROVALS 1. Preliminary Approval a.Vista Ridge Acres Phase VII Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Jack McClelland) (Mile 5 ½ West Road & Mile 20 North Road) No. of Lots: 34 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch. ETJ: No, Rural Area Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation. Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s b. Abram Estates No. 1 Subdivision- Pct. 3 (A&M Management, Inc.) (Abram Road & Mile 1 South Road) No. of Lots: 121 Single Family Flood Zone: C Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Palmview Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by Agua SUD. 2. Final Approval a.Starlight Subdivision- Pct. 4 (VDC Alberta Longoria) (Raul Longoria Road & Alberta Road) No. of Lots: 1 Multi-Family Flood Zone: B Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system connecting to a detention pond discharging to the existing drain ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation. Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation. b. Villas Del Angel Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Gilbert Ramirez) (Glasscock Road & Mile 7 North Road) No. of Lots: 2 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Yes, drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Glasscock Road side ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of McAllen. Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation. Sewer: Yes, 2 OSSF’s are existing. c. J.V. Commercial Subdivision No. 2- Pct. 4 (Jose Villarreal) (F.M. 493 & Mile 20 North Road) No. of Lots: 3 Commercial Flood Zone: X 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. d. Vista Ridge Acres Phase VI Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Jack McClelland) (Mile 5 ½ West Road & Mile 20 North Road) No. of Lots: 66 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system discharging into an existing drain ditch. ETJ: No, Rural Area Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation. Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s have been installed for (66) single family lots. e. La Reserva Phase 1-A Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Tyler Stone) (F.M. 2812 & Uresti Road) No. of Lots: 99 Single Family Flood Zone: C Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by an existing drain ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation. Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s have been installed for (99) single family lots. Streetlights: 21 Streetlights f. Blanquita Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Kevin Campbell) (Mile 14 ½ North Road & F.M. 493) No. of Lots: 34 Single Family Flood Zone: X Shaded Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation. Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s have been installed for (34) single family lots. Streetlights: 5 Streetlights 3. Final Approval with Variance Request a.Faith Subdivision- Pct. 2 (Ismael Gonzalez & Cynthia Martinez) (Cesar Chavez Road & Eldora Road) No. of Lots: 1 Single Family Flood Zone: B Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Cesar Chavez Road side ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Alamo. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation. Sewer: Yes, OSSF has been installed for (1) single family lot. 4. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee a. A. Valadez Subdivision #3- Pct. 4 (Adolfo Valadez) (Curry Road & Cesar Chavez Road) No. of Lots: 3 Single Family, 1 Commercial Flood Zone: X Shaded Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation with in the proposed lots and surface runoff will drain into Curry Road side ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s have been installed for (3) single family lots. *Final Approval with Cash Deposit in the amount of 1,500.00 for 1 OSSF. b. Resendez Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Sergio Resendez) (Canton Road & Tower Road) No. of Lots: 4 Single Family Flood Zone: B Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation within the proposed lots and surface runoff will drain into Canton Road side ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s for lots 4B and 7B have been escrowed with this subdivision. OSSF’s for lots 4A and 7A have been previously escrowed with the recorded plat of Berny Estates Unit 2 *Final Approval with Cash Deposit in the amount of $3,000.00 for 2 OSSF’s. c. Pueblo De Palmas Phase 22 Subdivision - Pct. 4 (Gary Frisby, President) (Alamo Road & Mile 19 North Road) No. of Lots: 115 Single Family, 6 Commercial Flood Zone: X Shaded Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by a storm sewer system and detention will be provided by an existing drain ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Edinburg. *Final Approval with Letter of Credit in the amount of 889,859.48 for Sanitary Sewer, Storm Drainage and paving improvements has been submitted to the City of Edinburg. D. 70930 PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMIT 1. Applicant: Castle Enterprise LLC Legal Description: 5.00 acres tract of land out of and forming a part of lot 1 Blk. 93 Missouri Texas Land and Irrigation Company.; Proposed Las Gardenias Subdivision. (Pct. 4) (Mile 19 North Road & Val Verde Road.) Location of Utilities: Mile 19 North Road west of Val Verde Road. Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 18” class III R.C.P. open cut crossing Mile 19 North Road.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu: A. 71098 Requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 2 approved by CC 12/11/18 (AI#68029) to correct a clerical error for the Pct 2 Rancho Blanco Road Extension Project B. 71109 Hidalgo County SH 107 (Bus 281 to IH69C) Highway Imprv Project(TxDot): 1. Approval of Advance Funding Agreement (AFA) between Hidalgo County and Texas Department of Transportation for Hidalgo County SH 107 from Bus 281W to IH-69C Highway Improvement Project CSJ: 0342-01-093 with authority for the County Judge to docusign required documentation. 2. Approval of an order authorizing Hidalgo County to enter into an Advance Funding Agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation for the Hidalgo County SH 107 from Bus 281W to IH-69C Highway Improvement Project, with authority for the County Judge to sign the Order.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores: A. 70972 Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcels 13 and 14 in connection with FM 494 (Shary Road) from FM 1924 to FM 676, with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documents on behalf of the County of Hidalgo. B. 70967 Requesting approval to accept the counteroffers to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel No. 38 and Parcel No. 45 associated with the Veterans Blvd. from Abram Road to La Homa Road (ROW CSJ#0865-01-111) with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administrative Evaluation and Approval Forms.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres: A. 71118 Resolution to honor the life and legacy of former UTPA coach Al Olgetree. B. 70957 Requesting approval for the RGV Food Bank Distribution to use the San Carlos Endowment Center Community/Cultural Rooms (including the parking lot area) at Precinct 4 on Wednesday, July 10, 2019 from 9 am-12 pm.
Budget & Management: A. 70977 Presentation of the Work Healthier Challenge that will commence on August 2, 2019. B. 70948 Sheriff's Office (1100): 1. Approval of the following change in funding source as listed on Exhibit A, effective 07/08/19. 2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer. C. 71057 Transfers In-General Fund (1285): Approval of 2019 interfund transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency (1100) to Transfers In-General Fund (1285) in the amount of $14,889.65 to fund the remaining portion of salary and fringe benefits for the position in the Interlocal Agreement between Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 3 and Irrigation District #6. D. Budget Appropriations: 1. 71052 A. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 111.070, approval of emergency appropriation from the General Fund - Fund Balance in the amount of $192,350.00 for emergency related expenditures. B. Approval to hire temporary positions under the Hurricane Preparedness account as approved on AI#70914 C. Approval to waive posting, hiring and enrollment procedures. 2. 70935 Approval of 2019 estimated revenues in the amount of $53,264,718.95 and appropriation/interfund transfer in the amount of $53,559,718.95 for bond proceeds, bond premium, and issuance costs received for Certificate of Obligation, Series 2019A and Refunding Bonds, Series 2019B. 3. 71113 CO2017- Pct 1 New Tax Office Substation (1351): Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by County Auditor in the amount of $204,685.33 from interest earnings for Fund 1351 and 2019 appropriation of funds for the New Tax Office Substation (121-253) in the amount of $351,320.28.
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. 71079 Requesting authority to exercise the ninety (90) day grace period extension as provided in the current agreement contract E-18-093-05-22 with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson for the purpose of "Collection of Delinquent Court Costs, Fees and Fines," for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms and conditions. 2. 71054 Presentation of a report by Hidalgo County's consultant, Robert Pena,Texas Energy Consultants for the purpose of procuring a new electric energy provider [current contract w/Reliant expires 11/19] for County [to include all applicable/eligible departments, programs and/or agencies] for discussion on different options and methods for direction/action by CC on how to proceed to secure proposals: a. Solicit proposals from awarded vendors through purchasing cooperatives, state programs, aggregation pool so as to eliminate the need to publish ads [and thus meet the competitive procurement statutes]; or, in the alternative; b. Authority to publish/advertise an Request for Proposal Project [with procurement packet drafted and developed by Consultant & Purchasing Dept.] for "Electric Service Provider". 3. 71037 a. Presentation of scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by Commissioner's Court, the responses received in connection with the Request for Proposals for: Hidalgo County - "RFP 2019-056-05-15-YZV - Financial Advisory Services": b. Requesting authority for Purchasing Department to proceed to negotiate commencing a with the number one ranked firm of ______________________________________________ for the provisions of "Financial Advisory Services" for Hidalgo County. B. Pct. 1 1. 71060 Acceptance and approval of WA# 2 from Halff & Associates with an estimated amount of $32,500.00 for the engineering and or/architectural services required for the turnkey installation of a generator to the Precinct 1 Administration building. 2. 71073 Acceptance and approval to execute AIA Document A133-2009 Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment No. 1 between Hidalgo County and contractor, Erickson Construction, LLC. for the "Construction of Tax Office Substation" in the Precinct No. 1 Area, for the amount of $1,199,600.00 and, with authority to issue a Notice to Proceed [NTP], subject to legal counsel's final review and approval. 3. 70716 Requesting approval to purchase the following equipment through Rush Truck Center of Texas [coop awarded vendor, BuyBoard contract #521-16]: One (1) Peterbilt 348 Grapple truck $241,067.73 (Req #395285) which includes delivery and a one time administration fee of $400.00 C. Pct. 2 1. 71086 Approval of Work Authorization No. 5 (with an estimated cost of $4,428.00) as submitted by Terracon Consultants, Inc., Contract No. C-18-221-08-28 to provide geotechnical engineering study for the Pct 2 Valle Alto Park Youth Facility Project. 2. 71088 Approval of Work Authorization No. 6 (with an estimated cost of $12,762.00) as submitted by Terracon Consultants, Inc., Contract No. C-18-221-08-28 to provide construction material testing services for the Pct 2 Las Milpas Park Youth Facility Project. 3. 71090 Approval of Work Authorization No. 7 (with an estimated cost of $3,525.00) as submitted by Terracon Consultants, Inc., Contract No. C-18-221-08-28 to provide construction material testing services for the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park -Phase I - Parking Lot Project. 4. 71092 Approval of Work Authorization No. 8 (with an estimated cost of $12,000.00) as submitted by Terracon Consultants, Inc., through Contract No. C-18-221-08-28 to provide geotechnical engineering and construction material testing services for the Pct 2 All Inclusive Park Project. D. Pct. 3 1. 70939 Acceptance and approval of "First Amendment" to Lease of Land in the Area of Sullivan City (C-18-026A-04-23) for Solid Waste Citizen Collection Site between County and Maria E. Esparza to reflect Special Warranty Gift Deed conveying the Premises to Abel Rodriguez with no budgetary impact. 2. 71030 Requesting approval of a professional appraisal service agreement with George J. Salazar, II, DBA Appraisal Haus, for a fair market value of the Peñitas Landfill located within Hidalgo County Precinct #3. 3. 71065 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 grids (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the two (2) sets/groups of firms graded and evaluated through the County's approved pool of professional engineering service providers required for multiple On Call Engineer Services located in Pct. #3: 1st. Group Nominated-Professional Engineering Service Firms (Project - FM1925) Grade Ranking MEG Engineering, 92 Hinojosa Engineering, Inc. 91 L&G Engineering 98 2nd. Group Nominated-Professional Engineering Service Firms (Project - On Call Services) Grade Ranking R.E. Garcia & Associates 88 ICE 94 Javier Hinojosa Engineering 96 C. Authority for Purchasing Department to commence negotiations with the number one ranked firms from both 1st. & 2nd. group for the purpose of On Call Professional Engineering Service Agreements for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3: Group #1 ____________________________ & Group #2 ___________________________. E. Pct. 4 1. 71027 A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements, under Tx.LGC, 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services; B. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firm graded/evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of Engineering Firms for (On Call) Professional Engineering Services for to provisions of: "Buildings Repairs, Renovations, Alterations, Additions and/or Other related Services to County Owned Buildings“ for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4; Firm Name Evaluator #1 Evaluator #2 Score Rank B2Z ENGINEERING 98 99 197 ENTECH CIVIL ENGINEERING 91 94 185 HINOJOSA ENGINEERING 90 91 181 C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Services Agreement for (On Call)-Engineering Services for the provisions of: "Buildings Repairs, Renovations, Alterations, Additions and/or Other related Services to County Owned Buildings" for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4, commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm ____________________________ . 2. 71028 A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements, under Tx.LGC, 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services; B. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firm graded/evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of Engineering Firms for (On Call) Professional Engineering Services for to provisions of: "Buildings Repairs, Renovations, Alterations, Additions and/or Other related Services to County Owned Buildings“ for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4; Firm Name Evaluator #1 Evaluator #2 Score Rank STRADA ENGINEERING & CONSULTING 92 95 187 ICE ENGINEERS 91 92 183 HALFF ASSOCIATES, INC 99 97 196 C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Services Agreement for (On Call)-Engineering Services for the provisions of: "Buildings Repairs, Renovations, Alterations, Additions and/or Other related Services to County Owned Buildings" for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4, commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm ____________________________ . 3. 71061 Acceptance and approval to execute Amendment No. 1 between Hidalgo County and LPJ Family Limited Partnership, to amend a reduction in rental in return for Lessee allowing Lessor to dispose of commercial waste at Premises and to modify the hours and days of operation. 4. 71062 Requesting approval to enter into two (2) professional appraisal service agreements with the following appraisal firms: Leonel Garza, Jr. & Associates, LLC George J. Salazar, II d/b/a APPRAISAL HAUS For the provision of On-Call Appraisal & Related Services in connection with the acquisitions of land, right of way, easements, condemnations and disposition of county owned property located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4, on an as needed basis. F. IT Department 1. 69749 Approval to enter into two (2) Directv Commercial HD Receiver Upgrade Agreements through Commercial Dealer Creeve Investments which will remain in effect for the lifetime of the equipment, replaced or otherwise revoked by HCCC including authority for County Judge or participating CC member to sign all required documents. 2. 70727 A. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 (estimated cost of $1,175.00) as submitted by the project engineer, Halff Associates Inc. to provide reimbursable thru contract #C-18-142-05-08. B. Approval of Change Order #2 from Noble Texas Builders [with no cost impact] reflecting an extension of the construction to be increased an additional 56 days due to delay in County [IT Dept.] not receiving ordered equipment Department in connection with the renovation of the Network Operations Center including authority for County Judge or CC member to execute document. 3. 70938 Approval to purchase Hard drive and cables through Netsync Network Solutions through DIR Contract (DIR-TSO-4167 EXP. 07/03/2020) in the amount of $ 138,975.20 thru Req 395010. G. Health & Human Services Dept. 1. 71046 a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(2): "An item necessary to preserve or protect the public health or safety of the residents of the County" b. Requesting authority to enter into a Regional Insertion Order Agreement with approval to execute same with National CineMedia, LLC for the Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department for : On Screen Regional segment advertisement "Theater Advertisement" through Requisition #394779 in the total amount of $7,962.00 for the purpose of providing Public Health Awareness Outreach Services as necessary to protect the health and safety of the residents of Hidalgo County. With authority for the County Judge or CC Member to sign all required documentation. H. County Clerk 1. 70921 Presentation of the sole bid received and requesting the approval /authorization of award to vendor meeting all requirements and/or specifications for project; "Purchase, Removal and Related Services for Shredded and Recyclable Materials" for the County Clerk's Office under contract C-19-104-07-01 Master Fibers Inc.
Open Forum
30. Closed Session: Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, 551.072 & 551.074 to discuss the following: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 71075 Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Go North. D. 71083 Discussion and/or deliberation regarding employment of Director, Public Defender's Office E. 70954 Cause No. C-5342-17-C; City of Donna v County of Hidalgo, et al F. 71069 C-2763-19-F; Maria Taylor v. Hidalgo County and Marlene Trevino Vasquez G. 71071 Cause #C-2761-19-A; Raul Hinojosa v. Hidalgo County and Juan Moreno H. 71081 Civil Action No. 7:19-cv-00188; Neal McDonnell v Jennifer Glover, et al I. 70993 Cause No. C-0034-19-B; Aurelia Mendez v County of Hidalgo J. 70980 Claim of AT&T K. 71053 Claim regarding Rochester Armored Car Co., Inc. L. 71116 Cause #C-5730-16-F; Hidalgo County v. Descon Construction, LP et al 31. 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)
32. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 71074 Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Go North D. 71084 Discussion and/or deliberation regarding employment of Director, Public Defender's Office E. 70955 Cause No. C-5342-17-C; City of Donna v County of Hidalgo, et al F. 71070 Cause #C-2763-19-F; Maria Taylor v. Hidalgo County and Marlene Trevino Vasquez G. 71072 Cause #C-2761-19-A; Raul Hinojosa v. Hidalgo County and Juan Moreno H. 71082 Civil Action No. 7:19-cv-00188; Neal McDonnell v Jennifer Glover, et al I. 70994 Cause No. C-0034-19-B; Aurelia Mendez v County of Hidalgo J. 70981 Claim of AT&T K. 71055 Claim regarding Rochester Armored Car Co., Inc. L. 71117 Cause #C-5730-16-F; Hidalgo County v. Descon Construction, LP et al 35. Adjourn