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AGENDA
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
July 1, 2019
10:00 A.M.
                                          

NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a SPECIAL MEETING of the Commissioners Court will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom of the Administration Building, 100 E. Cano, 1st floor, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:
 
             
1.   Roll Call
 
2.   Pledge of Allegiance
 
3.   Prayer
 
4.   Approval of Consent Agenda
 
5.   County Judge's Office:
 
A. 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
 
6.   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.
 
7.   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).
 
8.   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.
 
9.   County Treasurer - Lita Leo:
 
A. 70992   Approval to close the Morganti Texas Retainage Account and transfer balance to the Hidalgo County Capital Project Fund account.
 
10.   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.
 
11.   Tax Office:
 
A. 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.
 
12.   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.
 
13.   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)
 
14.   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
 
15.   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).
 
16.   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.
 
17.   Adult Probation:
 
A. 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.
 
18.   Community Service Agency:
 
A. 70985   Authorization to submit an application for the Emergency Food and Shelter Program.
 
19.   Elections Administration:
 
A. 70956   Approval of Election Services Contract between Hidalgo County and City of Weslaco for their special election to be held on July 16, 2019.
 
20.   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).
 
21.   Auditor's Office:
 
A. 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.
 
22.   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.
 
23.   Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes:
 
A. 71096   Resolution in honor of Mr. Luis Sosa for 34 years of service.
 
24.   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.
 
25.   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.
 
26.   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.
 
27.   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.
 
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.
 
29.   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
 
33.   Closed Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
34.   Open Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
35.   Adjourn
 

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