1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. General Operations: A. AI -71700 Discussion and possible action to grant the City of San Juan a restrictive covenant to prohibit residential construction over no more than 150 feet of District property bordering a proposed City dewatering facility. B. AI -71724 Discussion, consideration and approval of a Joint Resolution in Support of Proposition 8 (House Joint Resolution 4) relating to the Flood Infrastructure Fund and authorize the Drainage District's General Manager, Board Member Fuentes and Board Member Torres to attend meetings and offer testimony as needed in connection with Proposition 8. C. AI -71675 110-General Fund - Budget 006-M&O Approval to issue payment on Invoice No. DD-07 in the amount of $141,921.67 for use of Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1 Heavy Equipment, for the months of April through June, 2nd quarter of 2019. 6. 2018 Bond Referendum Projects: A. AI -71612 Requesting authority to advertise and approval of plans and specifications developed by project engineer, SAMES, Inc., for: Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 -“Hidalgo Drain (Military Road Crossing) -2018 Bond Referendum Project #13” -RFB No. HCDD1-19-064-08-30, including the re-advertising of project in the event no Bid responses are received and/or are rejected and project is still required. B. AI -71680 1. Request approval to de-obligate ten million ($10,000,000) from the District 2019 Bond Series- fund 138 and return to the District's General Fund to its unreserve fund balance. 2. Request approval to reimburse the General Fund $1,377,313.94 for expenditure payments relating to the 2018 Bond Program. C. AI -71706 1. Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement (subject to legal review) with Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC , as it relates to Professional Engineering Services related to the project: "Sunflower Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #36''. Approved for negotiations by HCDD1 Board of Directors on Agenda Item #69690 (04-02-19); 2. Pursuant to the Board's Approval of Professional Agreement with Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC, requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $107,846.57 , to provide Engineering Services for "Sunflower Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #36'', subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Contract # C-HCDD1-19-042-08-13 - WA-1). 7. 2012 Bond Referendum - 2013 Bond Series: A. AI -71580 Request approval of Notice to Resume Work Order to Castle Enterprises, LLC, with effective date of August 19, 2019, related to Construction Contract No. C-HCDD1-18- 047-09-25 -Alamo Expressway Drain Project with authority for HCDD1 General Manager, Mr. Raul E. Sesin, P.E., CFM, to sign notice. B. AI -71661 Requesting approval of Change Order No. 1, reflecting a decrease in the total amount of $ -66,056.27, and no additional construction calendar days, in connection with contract No. C-HCDD1-19-036-05-07 -Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 "Iowa Road Drainage Improvements Project" with Castle Enterprises, LLC, as recommended by project engineer, B2Z Engineering, with authority for HCDD1 General Manager, Mr. Raul E. Sesin, P.E., CFM. to execute document, subject to compliance with HB1295. C. AI -71586 1. Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement (subject to legal review) with Javier Hinojosa Engineering, as it relates to Professional Engineering Services related for the project: "Moorefield Rd & Inspiration (Mile 5 Rd thru Mile 6 Rd." Approved for negotiations by HCDD1 Board of Directors on Agenda Item #70892 (06/18/19); 2. Pursuant to the Board's Approval of Professional Agreement with Javier Hinojosa Engineering, requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $70,337.82, to provide Engineering Services for "Moorefield Rd & Inspiration (Mile 5 Rd thru Mile 6 Rd)", subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Contract # CHCDD1-19-055-08-13 - WA-1). D. AI -71573 Requesting acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 2 in the amount of $16,590.25 as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc., in relation to professional CMT Services for: "Jackson Drain Improvements" through awarded Contract No. C-HCDD1-19-031-04-09 for "Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 -On Call Professional Construction Materials Testing Services" (Subject to Legal Review and compliance to HB1295) E. AI -71574 Approval to issue payment on the following items proceeding review & compliance of contract terms & conditions: Jackson Drain Improvement-Budget: 310 Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $77,811.48 from Castle Enterprises, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-18-048-09-25 Project Engineer: Jose N. Saldivar, P.E.-HCDD1 PO#636129-19 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
1. AI-71477 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. AI-71478 Presentation of Fund Information Report 3. 2019 Intradepartmental transfers: A. AI-71671 2019 - Pct 2 Parks (1100) B. AI-71701 2019 - County Clerk's (1100) C. AI-71725 2019 - County Treasurer (1100) D. AI-71699 2019 - Pct 1 - Parks (1100) E. AI-71664 2019 - Pct 1 Sanitation (1100) F. AI-71660 2019 - Elections (1100) G. AI-71650 2019 - Planning Dept.(1100) H. AI-71648 2019 - IT Department (1242) I. AI-71658 2019 - IT Department (1100) J. AI-71607 2019 - IT Department (1100 E-File Account) K. AI-71630 2019 - Pct.4 ICA UT Health (1100) L. AI-71632 2019 - Pct.4 Road Maint (1200) M. AI-71617 2019 - County Court-At-Law No. 1 (1100) N. AI-71716 2019 - Health & Human Services Dept./BBHW (1293) O. AI-71609 2019 - Health & Human Services Dept. / MAC (1293) 4. 2019 Interdepartmental transfers: A. AI-71733 CO2017-PCT. 1 (1351): Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer between various CO2017-Pct.1 programs in the amount of $54,604.00 for the purchase of a service unit. B. AI-71708 Pct 1: Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer from fund (1200) program (004) to (005) in the amount of $15,000.00, needed for parts and repairs of equipment/units. C. AI-71710 93RD DC (1100): Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer from CO Wide Adm to 93rd DC in the total amount of $5,000 to fund upcoming bills. D. AI-71669 Crim DA (1100): Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency to Criminal DA in the total amount of $1,209.25 E. AI-71674 Health Clinics (1100): Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer from Co Wide Adm-Contingency to Health Clinics in the total amount of $21,943.53 F. AI-71666 Fire Marshal (1100): Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer to sweep lapses from various programs into various programs in the amount of $183,307. 5. Planning Department: A. AI-71638 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) 6. County Judge's Office: A. AI-71705 Proclamation declaring September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. B. AI-71704 Hunger Action Month Proclamation C. AI-71715 Approval to pay invoices for the 2020 Census County Departments Committee Meeting 7. Monthly Fee Reports: A. AI-71677 District Attorney's Office Check Fraud Fees Monthly Report - 2019 July 8. Membership Dues/Certifications: A. AI-71711 District Attorney (1100): Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas Narcotic Officers Association (TNOA) for the following employees: Johnathan Ball, Dale Booth, Jr., Patrick K. McCormick and Leonardo Sanchez in the total amount of $160.00 (Requisition #00396802), with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor. B. AI-71613 Requesting approval to pay the (CDCAT) County and District Clerks' Association of Texas membership dues for Arturo Guajardo, Jr., Hidalgo County Clerk, in the amount of $125.00 and the Affiliate membership dues for Mrs. Annette Muñiz, Chief Deputy, in the amount of $50.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. C. AI-71559 District Attorney (1100): Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA) for the following employees: Juan P. Muro and Jennifer Denise Smith, in the amount of $120.00 (Requisition #398911), with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor. 9. Urban County: A. AI-71649 Requesting approval of one (1) applicant in the City of Donna under the Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program. B. AI-71631 Requesting approval of one (1) applicant in the Countywide area under the OwnerOccupied Housing Rehabilitation Program. 10. Budget & Management: C. Interfund transfers: 1. AI-71740 TxDOT Pct 2 Regional Park Prj-Ph II (1315): Approval of 2019 interfund transfer from CO2017-Pct 2 ICA Eldora(Jackson Rd-I Rd) Rd Project (Fund 1351) to TxDOT Pct 2 Regional Linear Park Prj Ph I & II (fund 1315) in the amount of $79,688.52 to fund project expenditures. 11. 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. AI-71683 PCT. #1 (1353): Requesting approval to pay invoice # 11327674 in the amount of $69,455.81 for FM 88 Project (5th St.-FM 1925) - WA#1, as submitted by contracted project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. B. AI-71682 PCT. #1: Requesting approval to pay the following invoices for FM 1015 Project as submitted by contracted project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc.: C. AI-71684 PCT. #1 (1315): Requesting approval to pay invoice # 11327680 in the amount of $51,773.09 for Mile 6 Project (M11-SH107) - WA#1, as submitted by contracted project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. D. AI-71685 PCT. #1 (1315): Requesting approval to pay the following invoices for engineering services rendered in connection with Mile 6 (M9-M11) Project as submitted by contracted project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc.: E. AI-71689 PCT. #1 (1351): Requesting approval to pay the following invoices for engineering services rendered for Sunset Park Operations Facility, as submitted by project professional services provider, B2Z Engineering, LLC.: F. AI-71687 PCT. #1: Requesting approval to pay invoice #11327682 in the amount of $58,180.88 for Mile 10 Project (M6-FM1015) - WA#1, as submitted by contracted project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. G. AI-71688 Pct. #1: Requesting acceptance & approval of invoice #11327667 in the amount of $300.00 for FM 493 South project - WA#1, as submitted by contracted/project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. H. AI-71690 PCT. #1 (1351): Requesting approval to pay invoice #10038 in the amount of $672.70 for services rendered in connection with Tax Office Project - WA#1, as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC. I. AI-71693 Pct. 1 (1351): Requesting approval to pay invoice #00026401 in the amount of $3,002.50 for professional engineering services rendered in connection with the Sunset Park Operations FacilityWA#1, as submitted by Halff Associates, Inc. J. AI-71673 Pct. #1: Approval to purchase ten (10) thirty (30) Cubic Yard Heavy Duty Rectangular Roll Off Containers 22' Long through HC's membership/participation with TASB-Buyboard Cooperative under (Contract# 515-16 Exp. 11/30/19). K. AI-71703 Requesting approval to complete and submit the attached credit application, as requested by vendor, Fujitsu, with authority for County Auditor's Office to create the account (no signatures required.) L. AI-71717 WIC: Requesting authority to exercise the first (1st) one year extension term [of 2 possible] under the same rates, terms and conditions with SPI Ventures,LLP as provided in the current contract agreement C-19-004-03-26- "Lease of Office Space for the Starr County WIC Program in Rio Grande City, Texas" effective 10-01-19. M. AI-71615 Requesting authority to advertise procurement packet, RFB 2019-250-09-04-ABV, for "Printing and Mass Mail Out of Voter Registration Cards", as attached hereto, for Elections Department, and re-advertise, if/when necessary. N. AI-71678 Authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet for Lime Road Material and Services for Hidalgo County with authority to re-advertise in the event no bids are received or recommend rejection of bids. O. AI-71591 Requesting authority to advertise with approval of RFB procurement packet (ie., specifications-requirements, legal notice, etc.,)as attached hereto for: WIC program-"Lease of Office Space-City of Alton(West)" RFB 2019-169-09-04-ABV including the readvertising when/if applicable. P. AI-71737 Ratification of the fully executed Change Order No. 7 in connection with contract No. C16-378-02-21 with Clore Construction, LLC for the Hidalgo County Precinct #2 -Regional Linear Park Project (from Ridge Road to San Antonio Ave.) as recommended by project engineer, Christopher Rodriguez, P.E. and subject to compliance with HB1295 when and if applicable. Q. AI-71739 Requesting approval of Change Order No. 2 (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.. R. AI-71742 Requesting approval of Change Order No. 1 in connection with Contract No. C-17-324-07- 17 and GMP Amendment No. 1 with Erickson Construction, LLC for the Pct 2 Las Milpas Park Youth Facility Project as recommended by project engineer B2Z Engineering, LLC, and subject to compliance with HB1295 when and if applicable. S. AI-71614 Approval of Application for Payment No. 27 in the amount of $96,346.06 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. T. AI-71625 Requesting approval of payment for the following invoices listed below submitted by the project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for engineering services provided for Pct 2 Projects: U. AI-71606 Requesting approval of payment for the following invoices listed below submitted by the project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC., for engineering services provided for Pct 2 Projects: V. AI-71608 Requesting authority to exercise the additional one (1) year extension [under the same rates, terms and conditions] with USRC Mission, LP d/b/a US Renal Care Mission Dialysis as provided in the current contract agreement C-18-285-12-04- "Hemodialysis Treatment (Renal Failure) For Inmates Incarcerated at Hidalgo County Adult Detention Facility". W. AI-71605 Authority to exercise the County's second (2nd) year extension [under the same rates, terms and conditions] with Securus Technologies, Inc. as provided in the current contract agreement C-16-097-10-25- "Inmate Telephone System & Services". X. AI-71611 Requesting authority to exercise the final one (1) year extension [under the same rates,terms and conditions] with John Lung M.D as provided in the current contract agreement C-16-379-11-15- "Professional Physician Services for Inmates". Y. AI-71622 Requesting approval of WA No. 1 under Pct 4 (C-19-252-07-16) submitted by Halff Associates, Inc. for Substance Abuse Treatment Facility, in the amount of $7,500.00. (req 399111) Z. AI-71629 1. Approval of the Deletion of fuel cards/users including, but limited to the following: Hidalgo County Facility Management - Delete Fuel Cards 2. Approval of the addition of fuel cards/users including, but limited to the following: Hidalgo County Facility Management - Add Fuel Card/users AA. AI-71707 1. Approval of the deletion of fuel cards/users as follows: Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 1 - delete fuel card 2. Approval of the addition of fuel cards/users indicated as follows: Hidalgo County Emergency Management - add fuel card
Consent Agenda Items 10A & 10B
10. Budget & Management: A. AI-71626 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 July 16-31, 2019 in the amount of $19,282.08 and requesting approval of wire transfer. B. AI-71627 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $796,804.51 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 07/18/19 to 07/31/19.
Emergency Management: A. AI-71696 1. Presentation, discussion, and necessary action to terminate the Order Continuing Local State of Disaster for the County of Hidalgo due to the torrential rain event of June 24, 2019 which caused widespread flooding and damage to property. 2. Presentation, discussion and authorization for the County Judge to sign the required documentation.
AI-71536 Ratification of the agreement between the Texas Workforce Commission and the Hidalgo County District Attorney’s Office to extend the term under the Contract Number 2916PEN040t to July 31, 2019.
HIDTA - Task Force: A. AI-71616 HIDTA (1291): Approval to submit reprogram request to South Texas HIDTA from FY18 grant funds in the amount of $4,866.25 and related transfer.
Sheriff's Office: A. AI-71583 Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Rosalind M. Reyes, student at University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley as an intern under the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Program for the period of September 1, 2019 to December 13, 2019. B. AI-71533 Authorization and Approval for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra to sign FY2020 Cooperative State and Local Task Force Agreement between the United States Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office. C. AI-71565 1. Request to accept the Educational Experience Affiliation Agreement and the College of Health Affairs Program Agreement, in accordance with the Internship Program between the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley and the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office upon Commissioner's Court Approval. 2. Authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff, as authorized official, to sign required documents.
Constable Pct. #1: AI-71628 Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Eduardo Trevino and Jaime Vento as Reserve Deputies Constable by Constable Celestino Avila Jr, Constable Pct. 1 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012
Constable Pct. #4: A. AI-71562 Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Carlos Perez as Reserve Deputy Constable by Constable A. "J.R." Gaitan, Constable Precinct 4 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.
Human Resources: A. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (if applicable) for personnel items listed B. AI-71657 Pct. 3 Parks (1100): Approval to create a Temporary Full-Time position for 20 weeks beginning 08/19/2019 and ending 12/31/2019: C. AI-71647 Pct. 4 Sanitation (1100): Approval of the following personnel action, effective upon Commissioners' Court approval: D. AI-71709 County Clerk (1100): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 08/19/2019: E. AI-71686 Approval of the Mother Friendly Worksite Policy for Hidalgo County employees. F. AI-71738 Information on Veterans acknowledgement form.
Urban County: A. AI-71555 Requesting approval of a program amendment for the City of San Juan. The proposed amendment is for the Fiscal Year 30 (2017) Work Plan.
Health & Human Services Department: A. AI-71642 Requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the City of Progreso and County of Hidalgo, Texas. The purpose of the agreement is for Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department to provide inspection and permitting of OSSF disposal systems within City of Progreso jurisdiction as further described within the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement attached herein. B. AI-71644 Requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the City of Alton and County of Hidalgo, Texas. The purpose of the agreement is for Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department to provide inspection and permitting of OSSF disposal systems within City of Alton jurisdicition as further described within the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement attached herein. C. AI-71640 Requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the City of Donna and County of Hidalgo, Texas. The purpose of the agreement is for Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department to provide inspection and permitting of OSSF disposal systems within City of Donna jurisdiction as further described within the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement attached herein. D. AI-71567 1. Pursuant to Chapter 121 Local Public Health Reorganization Act; Sec.121.006, requesting approval of the revised Schedule of Fees for the Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department effective September 1, 2019. 2. Requesting approval to return the $25.00 change fund from the Tuberculosis Division to the Hidalgo County Treasurer. E. AI-71587 Requesting approval of the Memorandum of Understanding by and between Hidalgo County Health & Human Services and the Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX). The purpose of the MOU is for training and support of Continuing Education Units for Public Health Preparedness and Response. The MOU will begin as of the date of the last signature and terminate September 1, 2021. F. Health Care Funding District: 1. AI-71173 A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for Demonstration Year 8 Final UC Payment in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) with a transfer date of 9-9-19 and a settlement date of 9-10-19. 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. D. Discussion and/or action, including, but not limited to Indigent Health Care and 1115 Waiver and/or expenditures.
Community Service Agency: A. AI-71646 Authorization to extend the interdepartmental transfer from the County's General Fund to the Hidalgo County Community Service Agency to be utilized as operational funds to be reimbursed at 90 days after termination of Bravo Zulu Grant. B. AI-71643 Discussion, consideration and possible action to accept $300,000 grant from the Texas Veterans Commission Fund for Veterans Assistance for Program Year 2019-2020 for Operation Bravo Zulu with authorization for Jaime Longoria to electronically sign any and all pertinent documents.
Elections Administration: A. AI-71540 Discussion on Election updates. B. AI-71513 Discussion, consideration and approval of the Order of the proposed Constitutional Amendments as submitted by the 86th Legislature, Regular Session, of the State of Texas and Early Voting locations for the November 5, 2019 Election. C. AI-71517 Discussion, consideration and approval of the November 5, 2019 Constitutional Amendment, Election Day polling locations. D. AI-71436 Approval of certification of revenues by County Auditor, for 2018 Chapter 19 funds in the amount of $16,107.15 and appropriation of same.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes: A. AI-71694 Discussion, consideration, and action regarding Joint Resolution in support of Proposition 8
Budget & Management: A. AI-71718 1. Discussion, consideration and approval of various orders authorizing the establishment of streetlights along county roads located in Subdivisions: Huisache Acres No. 11, Rincon del Valle #3, Un Nuevo Amanecer, Village Grove #2, and Whitewing No.2. B. AI-71722 Requesting approval for payment of Hidalgo County's share of El Morillo Drain expenses to Rio Grande Regional Water Authority totaling $106,107.94, with authority to County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. C. AI-71645 Crim DA (1100) / DA CCP59 (1223): Discussion, consideration and approval of the following personnel actions, effective 08/13/19: D. AI-71713 Salary Sweep (1100): Approval to transfer lapsed allowances and fringe benefits from various departments into the Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency account. E. Budget Appropriations: 1. AI-71714 Pct 2 Various R&B Programs (1200): Approval of 2019 appropriation of funds from the R&B unassigned fund balance for Various Pct 2 R&B Programs in the amount of $583,544.96 to fund operating and project expenditures. 2. AI-71636 District Clerk Records Management & Preservation (1235): Approval of 2019 appropriation of funds for the District Clerk Records Management & Preservation Fund (1235) in the amount of $132,230.00 to fund records storage & retrieval services.
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. AI-71736 A. Discussion and action [if applicable] on the Closure Notice sent by Texas Workforce Commission [through an existing agreement entered/dated 09-12-1949] of the Hidalgo County Courthouse "snack bar" effective August 30, 2019 with removal of state assets scheduled for September 3 and 4, 2019 with details as to reasons for closure and list of assets attached herein; B. Discussion and information with action [if applicable] on options, including, but not limited to, the following: 1. A complete inspection [i.e. electrical, plumbing, fire, etc.] can be conducted immediately after state removes their assets; 2. A determination on needed space for various occupants of the Courthouse; 3. Do space needs permit the declaration of the space as "surplus" for any other purpose other than for county use; 4. How to supplement the access to snacks, drinks and food with information as to County contracts for beverages, vending, snacks, sandwich item machines; 5. Other items or options for discussion related to issues herein; 2. AI-71719 Discussion and action to approve Supplement No. ____ for the current agreement #C16- 199-07-19 between HC and L&G Consulting Engineering for inclusion of: Conducting an Inspection/Assessment of the current Traffic Control Plan and Expanding the current area of the plan beyond the square of the current Courthouse and Construction site of the New HC Courthouse 3. AI-71681 Recommendation by Group Health Program consultant to issue Addendum #1 for RFP 2019-225-09-04-YZV" Third Party Administration, Individual Stop Loss for Self Funded Medical Plan, Pharmacy Benefit Management Services, Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Employee Assistance Program" to clarify that on the RFP submittal for "Group Term Life and Accidental Death to be provided net of commission". 4. AI-71560 Approval of Change Order No. 30 for roofing alternate TPO Option in connection with the construction of New Hidalgo County Courthouse from contracted vendor, Morganti Texas Inc., in the amount of $143,820.00. B. Executive Office 1. AI-71558 Requesting authority to enter into an agreement with SWAGIT Productions, LLC under CO-OP Contract TIPS #160901 in the amount of $11,940.00 for the Live Streaming Services of Commissioners Court, archiving all of your bandwidth and storage needed for the term covering August 2019 - July 2020 through Req #398884 as no document other than an Purchase Order is required by vendor and subject to compliance with form 1295 if/when necessary. C. Pct. 1 1. AI-71691 Discussion and action to approve the letter regarding agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Hidalgo and Cameron Counties Irrigation District No. 9. regarding Mile 6 W Roadway Project (ROW CSJ: 0921-02-356) Parcels 14 and 21. 2. AI-71697 Requesting authority to purchase (1) one Chevrolet Silverado 2500 through our membership/participation with BuyBoard Contract #521-16 with Caldwell Country Chevrolet in the amount of $54,604.00 which includes the $400.00 admin.fee through Requisition #397170. 3. AI-71594 Authority to purchase the heavy equipment detailed herein through the HC membership/participation in BuyBoard Purchasing Cooperative awarded vendor Central Texas Equipment under Contract #515-16 [expiring 11-30-19]: D. Pct. 2 1. AI-71734 Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 for TEDSI Infrastructure, Contract No. C-12-119-07-31 resulting in additional engineering services for construction phase services with an estimated cost increase of $94,000.00 for services under Work Authorization No. 3 for the Pct 2 Dicker Road Project (23rd St-Jackson Rd.). 2. AI-71732 Requesting approval to complete and submit a credit application as required by vendor, ACT Pipe and Supply for the purpose of setting up an account to procure supplies, with authority for Commissioner Eduardo Cantu to sign credit application. 3. AI-71695 Requesting approval to purchase the following heavy equipment through the County's membership/participation with TASB-BuyBoard Cooperative under Contract #521-16 [expires 11/30/19]:: 4. AI-71712 a. Requesting authority to advertise in accordance with TX LGC 2269.251, through the Construction Manager at Risk Method, ONE (1) STEP PROCESS for the Consultation and Construction of the North San Juan Park Swimming Pool Project in Precinct 2, including the re-advertising of the project if necessary and/or required; b. Approval of the CMAR procurement packet for the Consultation and Construction of the North San Juan Park Swimming Pool Project in Precinct 2, reviewed as to form by legal counsel, HC-DA/Civil Section; c. Approval to select and designate the evaluation committee to score and rank the RFQ/P responses as submitted by participants for the Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for the North San Juan Park Swimming Pool Project in Hidalgo County Precinct 2. 5. AI-71702 a. Acceptance and approval to execute the final form of Prof. Engineering Services, Contract No. C-19-016-08-13 for Inspection, Material Testing, and Construction Management for the "Dicker Road Project from 23rd St (SP115) to Jackson Road (FM 2061)" (CSJ:0921-02-312) in Hidalgo County Precinct No. 2" with B2Z Engineering, LLC.; b. Requesting approval of Work Authorization #1 in the amount of $1,165,481.52 with B2Z contract (#C-19-016-08-13), for the "Dicker Road Project-from 23rd St (SP 115) to Jackson Rd (FM 2061) in HC Precinct No. 2." E. Pct. 3 1. AI-71550 Requesting approval of the final negotiated agreement with Hidalgo County Emergency Service Foundation d/b/a Hidalgo County E.M.S for the purposes of: “Emergency Ambulance Services for Unincorporated Areas" within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3 - C- 19-032-08-13 subject to submittal of current insurance. F. Pct. 4 1. AI-71745 Approval to terminate Work Authorization #1 for Contract #C-17-243-09-05 between HC and B2Z Engineering in connection with the provision of engineering/project management services for project: "Design and Construction of Brewster Park" located on North State Hwy. 281 and West FM 107 as original project will be reconsidered, re-examined in size, concept and scope with only a small portion of WA #1 expended for Preliminary Phase of the project. 2. AI-71571 Requesting approval of "On-Call" Professional Services Agreement with ROFA Architects as it pertains to Architect Services for Precinct 4. G. Constables 1. AI-71618 Authority to purchase two (2) 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe PPC CC15706 Constable Pct. 4 thru the County's membership/participation with BuyBoard Contract #521-16 from awarded vendor, Caldwell Country, Inc. in the amount of $71,808.00 (Requisition #398989). H. Health & Human Services Dept. 1. AI-71679 Approval to appoint the recommended Evaluation Committee as listed below for Online Pharmacy Billing Services - Hidalgo County Health & Human Service Department. 1. Dairen Sarmiento - HCHHSD 2. Lourdes Acevedo - HCHHSD 2. AI-71623 Requesting authority to purchase Influenza Vaccines and prefilled syringes in the total amount of $74,130.86 thru County's membership/participation with MMCAP Cooperative Purchasing Program Contract #MMS17019 for the Hidalgo County Health Department thru Requisition 398534. I. WIC 1. AI-71538 A. Approval for County to exercise the holdover provision under section 1.3 as provided in the contract for "Lease of Office Space - City of Mercedes" for Hidalgo County WIC Program under the same terms and conditions with Laura Salinas - E-18-121-04-17 so as to have no lapse in services while procurement process is completed. B. Authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e., specifications/requirements, legal notice, draft lease agreement, etc.) as attached hereto for Hidalgo County WIC Program "Lease office Space-City of Mercedes"- RFB 2019-172- MEG, including the re-advertising of project, if and when required. 2. AI-71604 Approval to exercise the County's one (1) year renewal option [under the same rates, terms and conditions] as provided under Contract C-14-314-10-14 with GBB Rentals Ltd, for "Lease office Space-Alamo" for WIC Program, under the same rates, terms and conditions and with compliance HB 1295 as attached herein. 3. AI-71624 Requesting approval to complete and submit the attached credit application, as requested by vendor, Southern Tire Mart, LLC, with authority for County Judge or Mr. Valde Guerra, CC Executive Officer to execute document. 4. AI-71462 Presentation of the sole qualified responsible vendor Mr. Miguel Barboza for the purpose of awarding bid and approving the contract for RFB:2019-157-07-03-ABV, Lease of Office space Alton-(East), WIC Program with compliance to HB1295. J. Colonia Access Program Pct. 4 1. AI-71698 BCAP/PCT 4 Requesting acceptance and approval for the items herein as submitted by Total Commitment Construction, LLC., awarded contractor for Pct. 4 Green Valley Development Subdivision and by project engineer, Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc. under Contract #C-CAP-18-302-03-12: A. Certificate of Substantial Completion as submitted and reviewed by project engineer, Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc.; B. Application for Payment No. 1 (Final) in the amount of $82,645.74 [which does not include Retainage]. K. Sheriff's Office 1. AI-71620 Requesting authority to purchase Equipment from Insight Public Sector Inc. in the total amount of $63,923.88 (req 397452) thru our membership/participation with DIR-TSO- 4167 to replace switches and accessories (end of life Switches) and provide POE. L. County Clerk 1. AI-71619 Requesting authorization to continue the preservation of Deed and Official Records volumes 1997-2166 with Kofile Technologies, Inc. through HC membership/participation with TXMAS Contract # [TXMAS-18-3602]. In the amount of $428,400.00 through Requisition# 397960. M. Co. Wide 1. AI-71552 Presentation of qualified vendor submitting the lowest and best bid for the purpose of award and approval of the contract for RFB titled: Hidalgo County - "Repair, Removal and Installation and/or Purchase of Radios, Computers, and Other Misc. Equipment " - C-19- 073-08-13 - South Texas Communications.
Executive Office: A. Presentation for discussion of the following: 1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects 2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting B. AI-71735 Discussion, consideration and action on Border Trade Alliance 2019 membership dues C. AI-71553 Approval to accept settlement check from Pronto General Agency in the amount of $893.15 to settle damages to County fence. (Courthouse) D. AI-71621 Approval to accept settlement check from Pronto General Agency in the amount of $2,823.90 to settle auto accident claim with County vehicle. (Sheriff Office) E. AI-71635 Approval to accept settlement check from Acacia Insurance Managers in the amount of $431.06 to settle auto accident claim with County vehicle. (Precinct 3)
Open Forum
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. Private consultation and advice of counsel concerning pending or contemplated litigation, settlement offers, and/or legal matters subject to the attorney-client priviledge under the authority of the Open Meetings Act Section 551.071, Government Code. D. AI-71730 Pending/potential litigation - Post 2020 Census Redistricting E. AI-71651 Discussion and/or deliberation regarding the appointment and/or employment of Public Defender's Office Director F. AI-71653 Discussion and/or deliberation regarding the appointment and/or employment of the Veterans Services Officer G. AI-71655 1. Cause No. C-0262-16-G; Teresa Barrera et al v. Hidalgo County, et al 2. Cause No. C-5342-17-C; City of Donna v. County of Hidalgo, et al 3. Cause No. CL-17-0367-F; Raul Muniz and Daniel Muniz v. Hidalgo County 4. Cause No. 15-CV-435; Gregorio Trevino, Jr. v. Hidalgo County et al H. AI-71600 Cause #C-0832-17-A; Angelina Guerrero ind. & as rep. of the Estate of Oralia S. Trevino, deceased v South Texas Airmed, et al I. AI-71667 CL-19-4091-H; Alma Mendoza Perez et al v Hidalgo County J. AI-71556 Claim of Emilia Vasquez
24. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. AI-71731 Pending/potential litigation - Post 2020 Census Redistricting D. AI-71652 Discussion and/or deliberation regarding the appointment and/or employment of Public Defender's Office Director E. AI-71654 Discussion and/or deliberation regarding the appointment and/or employment of the Veterans Services Officer F. AI-71656 1. Cause No. C-0262-16-G; Teresa Barrera et al v. Hidalgo County, et al 2. Cause No. C-5342-17-C; City of Donna v. County of Hidalgo, et al 3. Cause No. CL-17-0367-F; Raul Muniz and Daniel Muniz v. Hidalgo County 4. Cause No. 15-CV-435; Gregorio Trevino, Jr. v. Hidalgo County et al G. AI-71602 Cause #C-0832-17-A; Angelina Guerrero ind. & as rep. of the Estate of Oralia S. Trevino, deceased v South Texas Airmed, et al H. AI-71668 CL-19-4091-H; Alma Mendoza Perez et al v Hidalgo County I. AI-71557 Claim of Emilia Vasquez 27. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. General Operations: A. AI -71700 Discussion and possible action to grant the City of San Juan a restrictive covenant to prohibit residential construction over no more than 150 feet of District property bordering a proposed City dewatering facility. B. AI -71724 Discussion, consideration and approval of a Joint Resolution in Support of Proposition 8 (House Joint Resolution 4) relating to the Flood Infrastructure Fund and authorize the Drainage District's General Manager, Board Member Fuentes and Board Member Torres to attend meetings and offer testimony as needed in connection with Proposition 8. C. AI -71675 110-General Fund - Budget 006-M&O Approval to issue payment on Invoice No. DD-07 in the amount of $141,921.67 for use of Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1 Heavy Equipment, for the months of April through June, 2nd quarter of 2019. 6. 2018 Bond Referendum Projects: A. AI -71612 Requesting authority to advertise and approval of plans and specifications developed by project engineer, SAMES, Inc., for: Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 -“Hidalgo Drain (Military Road Crossing) -2018 Bond Referendum Project #13” -RFB No. HCDD1-19-064-08-30, including the re-advertising of project in the event no Bid responses are received and/or are rejected and project is still required. B. AI -71680 1. Request approval to de-obligate ten million ($10,000,000) from the District 2019 Bond Series- fund 138 and return to the District's General Fund to its unreserve fund balance. 2. Request approval to reimburse the General Fund $1,377,313.94 for expenditure payments relating to the 2018 Bond Program. C. AI -71706 1. Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement (subject to legal review) with Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC , as it relates to Professional Engineering Services related to the project: "Sunflower Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #36''. Approved for negotiations by HCDD1 Board of Directors on Agenda Item #69690 (04-02-19); 2. Pursuant to the Board's Approval of Professional Agreement with Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC, requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $107,846.57 , to provide Engineering Services for "Sunflower Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #36'', subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Contract # C-HCDD1-19-042-08-13 - WA-1). 7. 2012 Bond Referendum - 2013 Bond Series: A. AI -71580 Request approval of Notice to Resume Work Order to Castle Enterprises, LLC, with effective date of August 19, 2019, related to Construction Contract No. C-HCDD1-18- 047-09-25 -Alamo Expressway Drain Project with authority for HCDD1 General Manager, Mr. Raul E. Sesin, P.E., CFM, to sign notice. B. AI -71661 Requesting approval of Change Order No. 1, reflecting a decrease in the total amount of $ -66,056.27, and no additional construction calendar days, in connection with contract No. C-HCDD1-19-036-05-07 -Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 "Iowa Road Drainage Improvements Project" with Castle Enterprises, LLC, as recommended by project engineer, B2Z Engineering, with authority for HCDD1 General Manager, Mr. Raul E. Sesin, P.E., CFM. to execute document, subject to compliance with HB1295. C. AI -71586 1. Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement (subject to legal review) with Javier Hinojosa Engineering, as it relates to Professional Engineering Services related for the project: "Moorefield Rd & Inspiration (Mile 5 Rd thru Mile 6 Rd." Approved for negotiations by HCDD1 Board of Directors on Agenda Item #70892 (06/18/19); 2. Pursuant to the Board's Approval of Professional Agreement with Javier Hinojosa Engineering, requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $70,337.82, to provide Engineering Services for "Moorefield Rd & Inspiration (Mile 5 Rd thru Mile 6 Rd)", subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Contract # CHCDD1-19-055-08-13 - WA-1). D. AI -71573 Requesting acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 2 in the amount of $16,590.25 as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc., in relation to professional CMT Services for: "Jackson Drain Improvements" through awarded Contract No. C-HCDD1-19-031-04-09 for "Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 -On Call Professional Construction Materials Testing Services" (Subject to Legal Review and compliance to HB1295) E. AI -71574 Approval to issue payment on the following items proceeding review & compliance of contract terms & conditions: Jackson Drain Improvement-Budget: 310 Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $77,811.48 from Castle Enterprises, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-18-048-09-25 Project Engineer: Jose N. Saldivar, P.E.-HCDD1 PO#636129-19 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
1. AI-71477 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. AI-71478 Presentation of Fund Information Report 3. 2019 Intradepartmental transfers: A. AI-71671 2019 - Pct 2 Parks (1100) B. AI-71701 2019 - County Clerk's (1100) C. AI-71725 2019 - County Treasurer (1100) D. AI-71699 2019 - Pct 1 - Parks (1100) E. AI-71664 2019 - Pct 1 Sanitation (1100) F. AI-71660 2019 - Elections (1100) G. AI-71650 2019 - Planning Dept.(1100) H. AI-71648 2019 - IT Department (1242) I. AI-71658 2019 - IT Department (1100) J. AI-71607 2019 - IT Department (1100 E-File Account) K. AI-71630 2019 - Pct.4 ICA UT Health (1100) L. AI-71632 2019 - Pct.4 Road Maint (1200) M. AI-71617 2019 - County Court-At-Law No. 1 (1100) N. AI-71716 2019 - Health & Human Services Dept./BBHW (1293) O. AI-71609 2019 - Health & Human Services Dept. / MAC (1293) 4. 2019 Interdepartmental transfers: A. AI-71733 CO2017-PCT. 1 (1351): Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer between various CO2017-Pct.1 programs in the amount of $54,604.00 for the purchase of a service unit. B. AI-71708 Pct 1: Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer from fund (1200) program (004) to (005) in the amount of $15,000.00, needed for parts and repairs of equipment/units. C. AI-71710 93RD DC (1100): Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer from CO Wide Adm to 93rd DC in the total amount of $5,000 to fund upcoming bills. D. AI-71669 Crim DA (1100): Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency to Criminal DA in the total amount of $1,209.25 E. AI-71674 Health Clinics (1100): Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer from Co Wide Adm-Contingency to Health Clinics in the total amount of $21,943.53 F. AI-71666 Fire Marshal (1100): Approval of 2019 interdepartmental transfer to sweep lapses from various programs into various programs in the amount of $183,307. 5. Planning Department: A. AI-71638 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) 6. County Judge's Office: A. AI-71705 Proclamation declaring September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. B. AI-71704 Hunger Action Month Proclamation C. AI-71715 Approval to pay invoices for the 2020 Census County Departments Committee Meeting 7. Monthly Fee Reports: A. AI-71677 District Attorney's Office Check Fraud Fees Monthly Report - 2019 July 8. Membership Dues/Certifications: A. AI-71711 District Attorney (1100): Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas Narcotic Officers Association (TNOA) for the following employees: Johnathan Ball, Dale Booth, Jr., Patrick K. McCormick and Leonardo Sanchez in the total amount of $160.00 (Requisition #00396802), with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor. B. AI-71613 Requesting approval to pay the (CDCAT) County and District Clerks' Association of Texas membership dues for Arturo Guajardo, Jr., Hidalgo County Clerk, in the amount of $125.00 and the Affiliate membership dues for Mrs. Annette Muñiz, Chief Deputy, in the amount of $50.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. C. AI-71559 District Attorney (1100): Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA) for the following employees: Juan P. Muro and Jennifer Denise Smith, in the amount of $120.00 (Requisition #398911), with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor. 9. Urban County: A. AI-71649 Requesting approval of one (1) applicant in the City of Donna under the Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program. B. AI-71631 Requesting approval of one (1) applicant in the Countywide area under the OwnerOccupied Housing Rehabilitation Program. 10. Budget & Management: C. Interfund transfers: 1. AI-71740 TxDOT Pct 2 Regional Park Prj-Ph II (1315): Approval of 2019 interfund transfer from CO2017-Pct 2 ICA Eldora(Jackson Rd-I Rd) Rd Project (Fund 1351) to TxDOT Pct 2 Regional Linear Park Prj Ph I & II (fund 1315) in the amount of $79,688.52 to fund project expenditures. 11. 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. AI-71683 PCT. #1 (1353): Requesting approval to pay invoice # 11327674 in the amount of $69,455.81 for FM 88 Project (5th St.-FM 1925) - WA#1, as submitted by contracted project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. B. AI-71682 PCT. #1: Requesting approval to pay the following invoices for FM 1015 Project as submitted by contracted project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc.: C. AI-71684 PCT. #1 (1315): Requesting approval to pay invoice # 11327680 in the amount of $51,773.09 for Mile 6 Project (M11-SH107) - WA#1, as submitted by contracted project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. D. AI-71685 PCT. #1 (1315): Requesting approval to pay the following invoices for engineering services rendered in connection with Mile 6 (M9-M11) Project as submitted by contracted project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc.: E. AI-71689 PCT. #1 (1351): Requesting approval to pay the following invoices for engineering services rendered for Sunset Park Operations Facility, as submitted by project professional services provider, B2Z Engineering, LLC.: F. AI-71687 PCT. #1: Requesting approval to pay invoice #11327682 in the amount of $58,180.88 for Mile 10 Project (M6-FM1015) - WA#1, as submitted by contracted project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. G. AI-71688 Pct. #1: Requesting acceptance & approval of invoice #11327667 in the amount of $300.00 for FM 493 South project - WA#1, as submitted by contracted/project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. H. AI-71690 PCT. #1 (1351): Requesting approval to pay invoice #10038 in the amount of $672.70 for services rendered in connection with Tax Office Project - WA#1, as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC. I. AI-71693 Pct. 1 (1351): Requesting approval to pay invoice #00026401 in the amount of $3,002.50 for professional engineering services rendered in connection with the Sunset Park Operations FacilityWA#1, as submitted by Halff Associates, Inc. J. AI-71673 Pct. #1: Approval to purchase ten (10) thirty (30) Cubic Yard Heavy Duty Rectangular Roll Off Containers 22' Long through HC's membership/participation with TASB-Buyboard Cooperative under (Contract# 515-16 Exp. 11/30/19). K. AI-71703 Requesting approval to complete and submit the attached credit application, as requested by vendor, Fujitsu, with authority for County Auditor's Office to create the account (no signatures required.) L. AI-71717 WIC: Requesting authority to exercise the first (1st) one year extension term [of 2 possible] under the same rates, terms and conditions with SPI Ventures,LLP as provided in the current contract agreement C-19-004-03-26- "Lease of Office Space for the Starr County WIC Program in Rio Grande City, Texas" effective 10-01-19. M. AI-71615 Requesting authority to advertise procurement packet, RFB 2019-250-09-04-ABV, for "Printing and Mass Mail Out of Voter Registration Cards", as attached hereto, for Elections Department, and re-advertise, if/when necessary. N. AI-71678 Authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet for Lime Road Material and Services for Hidalgo County with authority to re-advertise in the event no bids are received or recommend rejection of bids. O. AI-71591 Requesting authority to advertise with approval of RFB procurement packet (ie., specifications-requirements, legal notice, etc.,)as attached hereto for: WIC program-"Lease of Office Space-City of Alton(West)" RFB 2019-169-09-04-ABV including the readvertising when/if applicable. P. AI-71737 Ratification of the fully executed Change Order No. 7 in connection with contract No. C16-378-02-21 with Clore Construction, LLC for the Hidalgo County Precinct #2 -Regional Linear Park Project (from Ridge Road to San Antonio Ave.) as recommended by project engineer, Christopher Rodriguez, P.E. and subject to compliance with HB1295 when and if applicable. Q. AI-71739 Requesting approval of Change Order No. 2 (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.. R. AI-71742 Requesting approval of Change Order No. 1 in connection with Contract No. C-17-324-07- 17 and GMP Amendment No. 1 with Erickson Construction, LLC for the Pct 2 Las Milpas Park Youth Facility Project as recommended by project engineer B2Z Engineering, LLC, and subject to compliance with HB1295 when and if applicable. S. AI-71614 Approval of Application for Payment No. 27 in the amount of $96,346.06 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. T. AI-71625 Requesting approval of payment for the following invoices listed below submitted by the project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for engineering services provided for Pct 2 Projects: U. AI-71606 Requesting approval of payment for the following invoices listed below submitted by the project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC., for engineering services provided for Pct 2 Projects: V. AI-71608 Requesting authority to exercise the additional one (1) year extension [under the same rates, terms and conditions] with USRC Mission, LP d/b/a US Renal Care Mission Dialysis as provided in the current contract agreement C-18-285-12-04- "Hemodialysis Treatment (Renal Failure) For Inmates Incarcerated at Hidalgo County Adult Detention Facility". W. AI-71605 Authority to exercise the County's second (2nd) year extension [under the same rates, terms and conditions] with Securus Technologies, Inc. as provided in the current contract agreement C-16-097-10-25- "Inmate Telephone System & Services". X. AI-71611 Requesting authority to exercise the final one (1) year extension [under the same rates,terms and conditions] with John Lung M.D as provided in the current contract agreement C-16-379-11-15- "Professional Physician Services for Inmates". Y. AI-71622 Requesting approval of WA No. 1 under Pct 4 (C-19-252-07-16) submitted by Halff Associates, Inc. for Substance Abuse Treatment Facility, in the amount of $7,500.00. (req 399111) Z. AI-71629 1. Approval of the Deletion of fuel cards/users including, but limited to the following: Hidalgo County Facility Management - Delete Fuel Cards 2. Approval of the addition of fuel cards/users including, but limited to the following: Hidalgo County Facility Management - Add Fuel Card/users AA. AI-71707 1. Approval of the deletion of fuel cards/users as follows: Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 1 - delete fuel card 2. Approval of the addition of fuel cards/users indicated as follows: Hidalgo County Emergency Management - add fuel card
Consent Agenda Items 10A & 10B
10. Budget & Management: A. AI-71626 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 July 16-31, 2019 in the amount of $19,282.08 and requesting approval of wire transfer. B. AI-71627 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $796,804.51 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 07/18/19 to 07/31/19.
Emergency Management: A. AI-71696 1. Presentation, discussion, and necessary action to terminate the Order Continuing Local State of Disaster for the County of Hidalgo due to the torrential rain event of June 24, 2019 which caused widespread flooding and damage to property. 2. Presentation, discussion and authorization for the County Judge to sign the required documentation.
AI-71536 Ratification of the agreement between the Texas Workforce Commission and the Hidalgo County District Attorney’s Office to extend the term under the Contract Number 2916PEN040t to July 31, 2019.
HIDTA - Task Force: A. AI-71616 HIDTA (1291): Approval to submit reprogram request to South Texas HIDTA from FY18 grant funds in the amount of $4,866.25 and related transfer.
Sheriff's Office: A. AI-71583 Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Rosalind M. Reyes, student at University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley as an intern under the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Program for the period of September 1, 2019 to December 13, 2019. B. AI-71533 Authorization and Approval for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra to sign FY2020 Cooperative State and Local Task Force Agreement between the United States Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office. C. AI-71565 1. Request to accept the Educational Experience Affiliation Agreement and the College of Health Affairs Program Agreement, in accordance with the Internship Program between the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley and the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office upon Commissioner's Court Approval. 2. Authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff, as authorized official, to sign required documents.
Constable Pct. #1: AI-71628 Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Eduardo Trevino and Jaime Vento as Reserve Deputies Constable by Constable Celestino Avila Jr, Constable Pct. 1 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012
Constable Pct. #4: A. AI-71562 Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Carlos Perez as Reserve Deputy Constable by Constable A. "J.R." Gaitan, Constable Precinct 4 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.
Human Resources: A. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (if applicable) for personnel items listed B. AI-71657 Pct. 3 Parks (1100): Approval to create a Temporary Full-Time position for 20 weeks beginning 08/19/2019 and ending 12/31/2019: C. AI-71647 Pct. 4 Sanitation (1100): Approval of the following personnel action, effective upon Commissioners' Court approval: D. AI-71709 County Clerk (1100): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 08/19/2019: E. AI-71686 Approval of the Mother Friendly Worksite Policy for Hidalgo County employees. F. AI-71738 Information on Veterans acknowledgement form.
Urban County: A. AI-71555 Requesting approval of a program amendment for the City of San Juan. The proposed amendment is for the Fiscal Year 30 (2017) Work Plan.
Health & Human Services Department: A. AI-71642 Requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the City of Progreso and County of Hidalgo, Texas. The purpose of the agreement is for Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department to provide inspection and permitting of OSSF disposal systems within City of Progreso jurisdiction as further described within the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement attached herein. B. AI-71644 Requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the City of Alton and County of Hidalgo, Texas. The purpose of the agreement is for Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department to provide inspection and permitting of OSSF disposal systems within City of Alton jurisdicition as further described within the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement attached herein. C. AI-71640 Requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the City of Donna and County of Hidalgo, Texas. The purpose of the agreement is for Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department to provide inspection and permitting of OSSF disposal systems within City of Donna jurisdiction as further described within the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement attached herein. D. AI-71567 1. Pursuant to Chapter 121 Local Public Health Reorganization Act; Sec.121.006, requesting approval of the revised Schedule of Fees for the Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department effective September 1, 2019. 2. Requesting approval to return the $25.00 change fund from the Tuberculosis Division to the Hidalgo County Treasurer. E. AI-71587 Requesting approval of the Memorandum of Understanding by and between Hidalgo County Health & Human Services and the Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX). The purpose of the MOU is for training and support of Continuing Education Units for Public Health Preparedness and Response. The MOU will begin as of the date of the last signature and terminate September 1, 2021. F. Health Care Funding District: 1. AI-71173 A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for Demonstration Year 8 Final UC Payment in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) with a transfer date of 9-9-19 and a settlement date of 9-10-19. 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. D. Discussion and/or action, including, but not limited to Indigent Health Care and 1115 Waiver and/or expenditures.
Community Service Agency: A. AI-71646 Authorization to extend the interdepartmental transfer from the County's General Fund to the Hidalgo County Community Service Agency to be utilized as operational funds to be reimbursed at 90 days after termination of Bravo Zulu Grant. B. AI-71643 Discussion, consideration and possible action to accept $300,000 grant from the Texas Veterans Commission Fund for Veterans Assistance for Program Year 2019-2020 for Operation Bravo Zulu with authorization for Jaime Longoria to electronically sign any and all pertinent documents.
Elections Administration: A. AI-71540 Discussion on Election updates. B. AI-71513 Discussion, consideration and approval of the Order of the proposed Constitutional Amendments as submitted by the 86th Legislature, Regular Session, of the State of Texas and Early Voting locations for the November 5, 2019 Election. C. AI-71517 Discussion, consideration and approval of the November 5, 2019 Constitutional Amendment, Election Day polling locations. D. AI-71436 Approval of certification of revenues by County Auditor, for 2018 Chapter 19 funds in the amount of $16,107.15 and appropriation of same.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes: A. AI-71694 Discussion, consideration, and action regarding Joint Resolution in support of Proposition 8
Budget & Management: A. AI-71718 1. Discussion, consideration and approval of various orders authorizing the establishment of streetlights along county roads located in Subdivisions: Huisache Acres No. 11, Rincon del Valle #3, Un Nuevo Amanecer, Village Grove #2, and Whitewing No.2. B. AI-71722 Requesting approval for payment of Hidalgo County's share of El Morillo Drain expenses to Rio Grande Regional Water Authority totaling $106,107.94, with authority to County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. C. AI-71645 Crim DA (1100) / DA CCP59 (1223): Discussion, consideration and approval of the following personnel actions, effective 08/13/19: D. AI-71713 Salary Sweep (1100): Approval to transfer lapsed allowances and fringe benefits from various departments into the Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency account. E. Budget Appropriations: 1. AI-71714 Pct 2 Various R&B Programs (1200): Approval of 2019 appropriation of funds from the R&B unassigned fund balance for Various Pct 2 R&B Programs in the amount of $583,544.96 to fund operating and project expenditures. 2. AI-71636 District Clerk Records Management & Preservation (1235): Approval of 2019 appropriation of funds for the District Clerk Records Management & Preservation Fund (1235) in the amount of $132,230.00 to fund records storage & retrieval services.
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. AI-71736 A. Discussion and action [if applicable] on the Closure Notice sent by Texas Workforce Commission [through an existing agreement entered/dated 09-12-1949] of the Hidalgo County Courthouse "snack bar" effective August 30, 2019 with removal of state assets scheduled for September 3 and 4, 2019 with details as to reasons for closure and list of assets attached herein; B. Discussion and information with action [if applicable] on options, including, but not limited to, the following: 1. A complete inspection [i.e. electrical, plumbing, fire, etc.] can be conducted immediately after state removes their assets; 2. A determination on needed space for various occupants of the Courthouse; 3. Do space needs permit the declaration of the space as "surplus" for any other purpose other than for county use; 4. How to supplement the access to snacks, drinks and food with information as to County contracts for beverages, vending, snacks, sandwich item machines; 5. Other items or options for discussion related to issues herein; 2. AI-71719 Discussion and action to approve Supplement No. ____ for the current agreement #C16- 199-07-19 between HC and L&G Consulting Engineering for inclusion of: Conducting an Inspection/Assessment of the current Traffic Control Plan and Expanding the current area of the plan beyond the square of the current Courthouse and Construction site of the New HC Courthouse 3. AI-71681 Recommendation by Group Health Program consultant to issue Addendum #1 for RFP 2019-225-09-04-YZV" Third Party Administration, Individual Stop Loss for Self Funded Medical Plan, Pharmacy Benefit Management Services, Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Employee Assistance Program" to clarify that on the RFP submittal for "Group Term Life and Accidental Death to be provided net of commission". 4. AI-71560 Approval of Change Order No. 30 for roofing alternate TPO Option in connection with the construction of New Hidalgo County Courthouse from contracted vendor, Morganti Texas Inc., in the amount of $143,820.00. B. Executive Office 1. AI-71558 Requesting authority to enter into an agreement with SWAGIT Productions, LLC under CO-OP Contract TIPS #160901 in the amount of $11,940.00 for the Live Streaming Services of Commissioners Court, archiving all of your bandwidth and storage needed for the term covering August 2019 - July 2020 through Req #398884 as no document other than an Purchase Order is required by vendor and subject to compliance with form 1295 if/when necessary. C. Pct. 1 1. AI-71691 Discussion and action to approve the letter regarding agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Hidalgo and Cameron Counties Irrigation District No. 9. regarding Mile 6 W Roadway Project (ROW CSJ: 0921-02-356) Parcels 14 and 21. 2. AI-71697 Requesting authority to purchase (1) one Chevrolet Silverado 2500 through our membership/participation with BuyBoard Contract #521-16 with Caldwell Country Chevrolet in the amount of $54,604.00 which includes the $400.00 admin.fee through Requisition #397170. 3. AI-71594 Authority to purchase the heavy equipment detailed herein through the HC membership/participation in BuyBoard Purchasing Cooperative awarded vendor Central Texas Equipment under Contract #515-16 [expiring 11-30-19]: D. Pct. 2 1. AI-71734 Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 for TEDSI Infrastructure, Contract No. C-12-119-07-31 resulting in additional engineering services for construction phase services with an estimated cost increase of $94,000.00 for services under Work Authorization No. 3 for the Pct 2 Dicker Road Project (23rd St-Jackson Rd.). 2. AI-71732 Requesting approval to complete and submit a credit application as required by vendor, ACT Pipe and Supply for the purpose of setting up an account to procure supplies, with authority for Commissioner Eduardo Cantu to sign credit application. 3. AI-71695 Requesting approval to purchase the following heavy equipment through the County's membership/participation with TASB-BuyBoard Cooperative under Contract #521-16 [expires 11/30/19]:: 4. AI-71712 a. Requesting authority to advertise in accordance with TX LGC 2269.251, through the Construction Manager at Risk Method, ONE (1) STEP PROCESS for the Consultation and Construction of the North San Juan Park Swimming Pool Project in Precinct 2, including the re-advertising of the project if necessary and/or required; b. Approval of the CMAR procurement packet for the Consultation and Construction of the North San Juan Park Swimming Pool Project in Precinct 2, reviewed as to form by legal counsel, HC-DA/Civil Section; c. Approval to select and designate the evaluation committee to score and rank the RFQ/P responses as submitted by participants for the Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for the North San Juan Park Swimming Pool Project in Hidalgo County Precinct 2. 5. AI-71702 a. Acceptance and approval to execute the final form of Prof. Engineering Services, Contract No. C-19-016-08-13 for Inspection, Material Testing, and Construction Management for the "Dicker Road Project from 23rd St (SP115) to Jackson Road (FM 2061)" (CSJ:0921-02-312) in Hidalgo County Precinct No. 2" with B2Z Engineering, LLC.; b. Requesting approval of Work Authorization #1 in the amount of $1,165,481.52 with B2Z contract (#C-19-016-08-13), for the "Dicker Road Project-from 23rd St (SP 115) to Jackson Rd (FM 2061) in HC Precinct No. 2." E. Pct. 3 1. AI-71550 Requesting approval of the final negotiated agreement with Hidalgo County Emergency Service Foundation d/b/a Hidalgo County E.M.S for the purposes of: “Emergency Ambulance Services for Unincorporated Areas" within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3 - C- 19-032-08-13 subject to submittal of current insurance. F. Pct. 4 1. AI-71745 Approval to terminate Work Authorization #1 for Contract #C-17-243-09-05 between HC and B2Z Engineering in connection with the provision of engineering/project management services for project: "Design and Construction of Brewster Park" located on North State Hwy. 281 and West FM 107 as original project will be reconsidered, re-examined in size, concept and scope with only a small portion of WA #1 expended for Preliminary Phase of the project. 2. AI-71571 Requesting approval of "On-Call" Professional Services Agreement with ROFA Architects as it pertains to Architect Services for Precinct 4. G. Constables 1. AI-71618 Authority to purchase two (2) 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe PPC CC15706 Constable Pct. 4 thru the County's membership/participation with BuyBoard Contract #521-16 from awarded vendor, Caldwell Country, Inc. in the amount of $71,808.00 (Requisition #398989). H. Health & Human Services Dept. 1. AI-71679 Approval to appoint the recommended Evaluation Committee as listed below for Online Pharmacy Billing Services - Hidalgo County Health & Human Service Department. 1. Dairen Sarmiento - HCHHSD 2. Lourdes Acevedo - HCHHSD 2. AI-71623 Requesting authority to purchase Influenza Vaccines and prefilled syringes in the total amount of $74,130.86 thru County's membership/participation with MMCAP Cooperative Purchasing Program Contract #MMS17019 for the Hidalgo County Health Department thru Requisition 398534. I. WIC 1. AI-71538 A. Approval for County to exercise the holdover provision under section 1.3 as provided in the contract for "Lease of Office Space - City of Mercedes" for Hidalgo County WIC Program under the same terms and conditions with Laura Salinas - E-18-121-04-17 so as to have no lapse in services while procurement process is completed. B. Authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e., specifications/requirements, legal notice, draft lease agreement, etc.) as attached hereto for Hidalgo County WIC Program "Lease office Space-City of Mercedes"- RFB 2019-172- MEG, including the re-advertising of project, if and when required. 2. AI-71604 Approval to exercise the County's one (1) year renewal option [under the same rates, terms and conditions] as provided under Contract C-14-314-10-14 with GBB Rentals Ltd, for "Lease office Space-Alamo" for WIC Program, under the same rates, terms and conditions and with compliance HB 1295 as attached herein. 3. AI-71624 Requesting approval to complete and submit the attached credit application, as requested by vendor, Southern Tire Mart, LLC, with authority for County Judge or Mr. Valde Guerra, CC Executive Officer to execute document. 4. AI-71462 Presentation of the sole qualified responsible vendor Mr. Miguel Barboza for the purpose of awarding bid and approving the contract for RFB:2019-157-07-03-ABV, Lease of Office space Alton-(East), WIC Program with compliance to HB1295. J. Colonia Access Program Pct. 4 1. AI-71698 BCAP/PCT 4 Requesting acceptance and approval for the items herein as submitted by Total Commitment Construction, LLC., awarded contractor for Pct. 4 Green Valley Development Subdivision and by project engineer, Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc. under Contract #C-CAP-18-302-03-12: A. Certificate of Substantial Completion as submitted and reviewed by project engineer, Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc.; B. Application for Payment No. 1 (Final) in the amount of $82,645.74 [which does not include Retainage]. K. Sheriff's Office 1. AI-71620 Requesting authority to purchase Equipment from Insight Public Sector Inc. in the total amount of $63,923.88 (req 397452) thru our membership/participation with DIR-TSO- 4167 to replace switches and accessories (end of life Switches) and provide POE. L. County Clerk 1. AI-71619 Requesting authorization to continue the preservation of Deed and Official Records volumes 1997-2166 with Kofile Technologies, Inc. through HC membership/participation with TXMAS Contract # [TXMAS-18-3602]. In the amount of $428,400.00 through Requisition# 397960. M. Co. Wide 1. AI-71552 Presentation of qualified vendor submitting the lowest and best bid for the purpose of award and approval of the contract for RFB titled: Hidalgo County - "Repair, Removal and Installation and/or Purchase of Radios, Computers, and Other Misc. Equipment " - C-19- 073-08-13 - South Texas Communications.
Executive Office: A. Presentation for discussion of the following: 1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects 2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting B. AI-71735 Discussion, consideration and action on Border Trade Alliance 2019 membership dues C. AI-71553 Approval to accept settlement check from Pronto General Agency in the amount of $893.15 to settle damages to County fence. (Courthouse) D. AI-71621 Approval to accept settlement check from Pronto General Agency in the amount of $2,823.90 to settle auto accident claim with County vehicle. (Sheriff Office) E. AI-71635 Approval to accept settlement check from Acacia Insurance Managers in the amount of $431.06 to settle auto accident claim with County vehicle. (Precinct 3)
Open Forum
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. Private consultation and advice of counsel concerning pending or contemplated litigation, settlement offers, and/or legal matters subject to the attorney-client priviledge under the authority of the Open Meetings Act Section 551.071, Government Code. D. AI-71730 Pending/potential litigation - Post 2020 Census Redistricting E. AI-71651 Discussion and/or deliberation regarding the appointment and/or employment of Public Defender's Office Director F. AI-71653 Discussion and/or deliberation regarding the appointment and/or employment of the Veterans Services Officer G. AI-71655 1. Cause No. C-0262-16-G; Teresa Barrera et al v. Hidalgo County, et al 2. Cause No. C-5342-17-C; City of Donna v. County of Hidalgo, et al 3. Cause No. CL-17-0367-F; Raul Muniz and Daniel Muniz v. Hidalgo County 4. Cause No. 15-CV-435; Gregorio Trevino, Jr. v. Hidalgo County et al H. AI-71600 Cause #C-0832-17-A; Angelina Guerrero ind. & as rep. of the Estate of Oralia S. Trevino, deceased v South Texas Airmed, et al I. AI-71667 CL-19-4091-H; Alma Mendoza Perez et al v Hidalgo County J. AI-71556 Claim of Emilia Vasquez
24. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. AI-71731 Pending/potential litigation - Post 2020 Census Redistricting D. AI-71652 Discussion and/or deliberation regarding the appointment and/or employment of Public Defender's Office Director E. AI-71654 Discussion and/or deliberation regarding the appointment and/or employment of the Veterans Services Officer F. AI-71656 1. Cause No. C-0262-16-G; Teresa Barrera et al v. Hidalgo County, et al 2. Cause No. C-5342-17-C; City of Donna v. County of Hidalgo, et al 3. Cause No. CL-17-0367-F; Raul Muniz and Daniel Muniz v. Hidalgo County 4. Cause No. 15-CV-435; Gregorio Trevino, Jr. v. Hidalgo County et al G. AI-71602 Cause #C-0832-17-A; Angelina Guerrero ind. & as rep. of the Estate of Oralia S. Trevino, deceased v South Texas Airmed, et al H. AI-71668 CL-19-4091-H; Alma Mendoza Perez et al v Hidalgo County I. AI-71557 Claim of Emilia Vasquez 27. Adjourn