*A portion of this clip is without video* 1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. General Operations: A. 75408 1.) Discussion, Consideration, and Action regarding the Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 requirement for general public to wear a mouth and nose covering when visiting HCDD1 facilities including parking lots during the Declared Local State of Disaster due to Public Health Emergency. 2.) Discussion, Consideration, and Action adopting the Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 Additional Work-Related Standard of Conduct -Mouth and Nose Covering requirement for District employees during the Declared during the Declared Local State of Disaster due to the Public Health Emergency. B. 75389 1.) Requesting approval to create ten (10) Temporary Maintenance I positions not to exceed 768 working hours and set Hourly rate at $13.27. 2.) Pursuant to the Boards approval to create Temporary Maintenance I positions requesting approval of Revised Salary Schedule and Budget Amendment to fund temporary positions in the amount of $115,733.10. C. 75268 1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. 2. Presentation of scoring grid of firms graded through the District's "Pool" of pre-qualified Professional Engineers for the purpose of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors in connection with Professional Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Services On-Call (on an as needed basis) required for Hidalgo County Drainage District Projects. (C-HCDD1-20-027-__-__) FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK: B2Z Engineering, LLC 97.00 Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC 91.00 Alpha Infrastructure Engineering, PLLC 89.33 3.) Pursuant to the Boards approval, requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Professional Services Agreement with the number one (1) ranked firm of:__________________________ for the provisions of Professional Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Services On-Call (on an as needed basis) for Hidalgo County Drainage District Projects. 6. 2018 Bond Referendum Projects: A. 75281 1. Request exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services to KCI Technologies, Inc. for the provision of Professional Engineering Services for the "Faysville Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #11A" through Contract No: C-HCDD1-19-038-05-21; 2. Requesting acceptance and approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Contract No. C-HCDD1-19-038-05-21, for the provision of Professional Engineering Services for: "Faysville Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #11-A" with Landtech, Inc. to reflect an assignment in interest in the Agreement from Landtech, Inc. to KCI Technologies, Inc. and granting authority for the District General Manager, Mr. Raul E. Sesin, P.E., CFM., to sign the Consent to Assignment of Contract Letter Submitted by the Parties. B. 75406 1. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-039-05-21), with TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc., for the project: "Faysville Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #11-B", to reflect a Revised Exhibit "D"-Work Schedule, with an extended termination date of May 28, 2021 (subject to Legal review and compliance with HB1295). 2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 1 of the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-039-05-21), with TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc., for the project: "Faysville Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #11-B", to reflect a revised period of service to end on May 28, 2021(subject Legal review and compliance with HB1295). C. 75412 1. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-040-05-21), with TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc., for the project: "J-08 Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #15-A", to reflect a Revised Exhibit "D"-Work Schedule, with an extended termination date of August 27, 2021 (subject to Legal review and compliance with HB1295). 2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 1 of the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-040-05-21), with TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc., for the project: "J-08 Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #15-A", to reflect a revised period of service to end on August 27, 2021 (subject Legal review and compliance with HB1295). 7. 2012 Bond Referendum - 2013 Bond Series: A. 75289 Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to Agreement for Professional Engineering Services with L&G Engineering as it relates to "Pharr Mcallen Drain & South Flood Water Channel Watershed Improvement Project" to amend the contract to extend the termination date to August 31, 2020. (subject to compliance to HB1295). B. 75309 Approval to issue payment on the following items proceeding review & compliance of contract terms & conditions: Alamo Expressway Drain-Budget 320 1. Application for payment no. 1 in the amount of $127,708.91 from Castle Enterprises, LLC pertaining Construction Contract No. HCDD1-18-047-09-25-Alamo Expressway Drain Improvements. Project Engineer: Jose Noe Saldivar, P.E.-HCDD1 PO#636128 C. 75397 Requesting approval of Change Order No. 1 reflecting an increase in the amount of $153,350.00, and no additional construction calendar days, in connection with contract No. C-HCDD1-19-077-12-03 -Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 project, "Hidalgo County Pct. 4 -J-09 Phase IV Rural Drainage Development 2012 Bond Project" with Mor-Wil, LLC, as recommended by project engineer, Jose Noe Saldivar, P.E., HCDD1 Engineer IV. 8. General Fund: A. 75308 Recommending bid award and approval to issue a Purchase Order to the lowest and most responsible bidder meeting all requirements/specifications, Aguaworks Pipe & Supply, LLC, for the advertised RFB No. HCDD1-20-024-04-01 "Purchase of One (1) Vertical Axial-Flow Pump"(subject to compliance with HB1295). B. 75414 Requesting approval of Advance Funding Agreement for Voluntary Local Government Contributions with Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) as it relates to Transportation Improvement Project rehabilitation of FM 1425 rural facility from Bus. 83 to SH 107. Subject to final legal review. 9. Closed Session: Board of Directors may go into Closed Session pursuant to Subchapter D of Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code to discuss the following: A. 75418 Discussion regarding offer of settlement in Cause No. CCD-0534-F, HCDD1 v. J.R. Garcia, pending in Hidalgo County Court at Law No. 6 B. Real Property (Tex. Gov't Code 551.072) C. Personnel Matters (Tex. Gov't. Code 551.074) D. Consultation with Attorney Regarding: a) Pending or Contemplated Litigation: b) a Settlement Offer: or c) 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 (Tex. Gov't. Code 551.071) 10. Open Session: A. 75419 Possible action on offer of settlement in Cause No. CCD-0534-F, HCDD1 v. J.R. Garcia, pending in Hidalgo County Court at Law No. 6 B. Possible Action of Real Estate Acquisition C. Possible Action on Pending and/or Potential Litigation 11. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
Open Forum
1. 75428 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. 75429 Presentation of Fund Information Report B. 75370 Pursuant to Local Government Code Sections 114.023-.025, requesting approval of Monthly Financial Reports for the Months of January and February 2020. 3. 2020 Intradepartmental transfers: A. 75430 2020 - County Wide Administration (1100) B. 75424 2020 - Justice Court Assist &Tech (1242) C. 75411 2020 - Human Resources (1100) D. 75386 2020 - Health & Human Services Dept. / PHEP (1293) E. 75376 2020 - Health & Human Services Dept. / TB State (1293) F. 75351 2020 - Pct 2 Parks (1100) G. 75366 2020 - County Judge (1100) H. 75337 2020 - Sheriff's Federal Sharing - U.S. Treasury (1228) I. 75330 2020 - Pct.4 ICA UT Health (1100) J. 75354 2020 - Pct.4 R&B (1200) K. 75331 2020 - Pct.4 Parks (1100) L. 75332 2020 - Pct.4 Adm (1200) M. 75334 2020 - Executive Office (1100) N. 75311 2020 - WIC Food Summer Program (1292) O. 75316 2020 - Texas DPS (1100) P. 75283 2020 - Domestic Relations Office (1100) Q. 75282 2020 - D.A. CJD VAP (1281) R. 75279 2020 - WIC Lactation Support Center (1292) 4. 2020 Interdepartmental transfers: A. 75305 Pct. #4: Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from CO2017-Pct.4 Ware (program 157) to CO2017-Pct.4 Mechanic Shop (program 193) in the amount of $79,978.38. Transfer will fund future expenses related to the construction of Pct. 4 Mechanic Shop. B. 75427 Pct. #4: Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co Wide Contingency to Precinct No.4 Sanitation in the amount of $2,205.20 to fund equipment repair expenditures. C. 75372 Pct. 4: Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from TXDOT Pct.4 FM1925 (program 154) to TXDOT Pct.4 N. Alamo (program 150) in the amount of $20,000.00. Transfer will fund WA#1 for L&G Engineering for environmental services needed for project. Additional allocated funds are for project cost overruns. D. 75362 CO2017-Pct 3 (1351): Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer in the amount of $324,746.76 from CO2017-Pct 3 Mech Shop/Motor Pool into CO2017-Pct 3 Vehicles for the purchase of roll off trucks. E. 75258 Human Resources (1100): Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Human Resources (dept. 190) to Information Technology Department (dept. 220) in the amount of $441.14 to fund expenditures for the secure encryption emails project. F. 75295 Pct1 Adm (1200) Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Pct1 Rd Maint to Pct1 Adm, in the total amount of $4,000.00 to cover wireless services with Verizon. 5. Planning Department: A. 75422 1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMIT a. Applicant: A&M Management Inc. Legal Description: 65.70 acres out of Tract 156 San Salvador Del Tule Grant Subdivision; (Proposed Carmen Avila Phase IV Subdivision) (Pct. 4) (Carmen Avila Road and Mile 22 ½ North Road) Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 24” RCP class III storm sewer line extension approximately ¼ mile south of the proposed development along the west ROW line of Carmen Avila Road, crossing east via bore approximately 500.00 feet along the north side of Mile 22 ½ North Road discharging to the existing drain ditch. B. 75417 1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMITS a. Applicant: Valley Telephone Location of Pipeline Crossings: Pct. 4; North of Alberta Road approximately ½ mile west of Alamo Road. Proposed improvements within Right-of-Way: Consists of Two 1.25” HDPE ducts fiber cables boring via extension approximately ½ mile west of Alamo Road along the north side of Alberta Road. b. Applicant: Sharyland Water Supply Corporation Legal Description: 0.84 acres out of Lot 456 John H. Shary Subdivision (Pct. 3) (Mile 6 Road and Taylor Road) Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 2.5” water line south of Mile 6 Road. Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 6 Road. c. Applicant: Sharyland Water Supply Corporation Legal Description: 4.47 acres out of Lot 53-3 West Addition to Sharyland Subdivision (Pct. 3) (Los Ebanos Road and Mile 8 Road) Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” water line west of Los Ebanos Road. Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Los Ebanos Road. d. Applicant: Spectrum (Dcomm Inc. Project No. 664443-SMZD) Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: West of Queen Palm Drive approximately 175.00 feet south of Dalinda Drive. (Pct. 3) e. Applicant: Spectrum (Dcomm Inc. Project No. 664443-SMZE) Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: North side of Miguel Street approximately 442.00 feet east of Date Palm Drive. (Pct. 3) f. Applicant: Spectrum (Dcomm Inc. Project No. 664443-SMZF) Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: East of Salida Del Sol Street approximately 30.00 feet north of Lilia Street. (Pct. 3) g. Applicant: Spectrum (Dcomm Inc. Project No. 664443-SMZC) Proposed location of Power Supply Pedestal: West of Sabal Palm Drive approximately 300.00 feet south of Mile 7 Road. (Pct. 3) h. Applicant: Spectrum (Dcomm Inc. Project No. 1180025) Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: West of Moorefield Road approximately 300.00 feet south of Marc Drive. (Pct. 3) C. 75319 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. WIC: A. 75278 Requesting approval to accept the following equipment from the South Plains Community Action Partnership Inc. and authorization to sign the Certificate of Acquisition: Property No. Description Intended Use Transfer Price WA192900173804 COR Series Router Cradlepoint IBR600C/IBR650C WIC TXIN NA WA192900173662 COR Series Router Cradlepoint IBR600C/IBR650C WIC TXIN NA WA192900173809 COR Series Router Cradlepoint IBR600C/IBR650C WIC TXIN NA WA192900173800 COR Series Router Cradlepoint IBR600C/IBR650C WIC TXIN NA WA192900173791 COR Series Router Cradlepoint IBR600C/IBR650C WIC TXIN NA 7. Executive Office: A. 75041 Approval of payment for invoice 74792 in the amount of $165.00 and invoice 74809 in the amount of $203.00 dated 3/25/20 as submitted by McGriff, Seibels & Williams of Texas, Inc. for adjustments to the 3rd and 4th quarter of the 2019 County Wide Commercial Property Policy, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor. 8. Tax Refunds: A. 75323 Account Number Payer Amount 00055.90.400.0005.13 AT & T $6,736.89 00055.90.400.0005.90 AT & T $2,503.89 10038.00.000.0244.30 LONE STAR NATIONAL BANK $3,020.38 C2770.00.000.0002.00 CHANOS APARTMENTS $2,810.94 N4200.01.001.0009.00 BNT OF TEXAS LLC $2,897.25 S2755.01.000.0063.00 CORELOGIC $5,552.57 S6862.02.000.0097.00 LERETA LLC $3,188.78 T2100.00.239.0015.30 CORELOGIC $3,497.15 T4743.00.000.0080.00 SELECT PORTFOLIO SERVICING INC $3,362.30 B. 75322 Account Number Payer Amount B2637.00.000.0002.00 EH MCALLEN LLC $13,944.61 L5025.00.000.0000.10 LLANO GRANDE HOLDINGS COMPANY LLC $29,473.50 M2070.00.000.0001.00 RIO GRANDE REGIONAL HOSPITAL $150,402.04 R3757.00.000.0001.00 DAFFODIL VENTURES LLC $9,763.16 9. Membership Dues/Certifications: A. 75432 County Commissioners (1100): Approval to pay 2020 membership dues with authority for County Treasurer to issue check once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor for the following: VENDOR AMOUNT ACCT. # RGV Mobility Task Force (RGV Partnership) Alliance for I-69 $ 8,620.00 0-1100-413-30-125-004-0 810 B. 75405 Jail (1100): Requesting approval to pay 2020 membership dues to the American Jail Association for Captain Belinda G. Madrigal and Captain Jose R. Vasquez in the amount of $60.00 each ( requisition no. 414058) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. C. 75379 Public Defender's Office (1100): Approval to pay membership dues for Lawrence Esparza, Director and Michael Parson, Public Defender III to the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association in the total amount of $120.00 ($60.00 ea.) with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. D. 75318 Fire Marshal: Requesting approval to pay for an annual membership for the National Fire Protection Association for 3/13/20-3/13/21, in the total amount of $175.00, with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. Requisition#414187 E. 75321 Fire Marshal: Requesting approval to pay for a Certification for Eric Sanchez, Chief Deputy Fire Marshal for "Fire and Life Safety Educator 2" payable to the Texas Commission on Fire Protection, in the total amount of $85.00, with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. Requisition #414198 F. 75290 464th DC: Requesting approval to pay 2020 State Bar of Texas Membership dues (Judge Fonseca), in the total amount of $240.00 (Requisition #414070) with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor. 10. Budget & Management: A. 75341 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 April 16-30, 2020 in the amount of $40,767.59 and requesting approval of wire transfer. B. 75340 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,035,519.03 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 04/16/20 to 04/29/20. 04/16-22/20 $ 649,827.18 04/23-29/20 $ 385,691.85 TOTAL $1,035,519.032. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid. C. Interfund transfers: 1. 75298 Various Pct 4 (13XX): Approval of 2020 interfund transfer from various Pct 4 projects into Pct 4 Mechanic Shop and Pct 4 Linn-SM Veterans Park Projects in the total amount of $1,261,673.75 to fund anticipated 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. 75402 Pct. 3 Approval to exercise the County's option to extend for a one (1) year term as provided in the current Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3, under the same rates, terms & conditions for the following cities: 1. City of Palmhurst 2. City of Palmview B. 75420 Executive Office: Requesting approval of one (1) 48 month copier lease agreement with Ricoh USA, through Hidalgo County's Participation/Membership with DIR Cooperative, Contract # DIR-CPO-4435; Requisition # Months Model Monthly Payment 00414194 48 IMC6000 $291.35 C. 75421 WIC Requesting approval to submit cancellation letter to vendor and advise that the (copier) leases will not be automatically renewed, as listed in the Terms and Conditions of the original contract approved through AI-60060 on 06/13/2017. D. 75382 Requesting approval to enter into a Sales Contract with Uretek ICR South Texas LLC, to level building of Justice of the Peace Pct.4, PL.1 located at 212 Nth 12 Ave, Edinburg, TX 78541, in the total amount of $12,800.00, subject to legal counsel's final review and approval as to form. E. 75345 1.) Authority to rescind action taken by Commissioners Court on 03/24/2020 agenda item 74876, request for payment submitted by RGV Solar Power Systems; Payment Application #1 in the amount of $32,400.00; 2.) Acceptance and approval of payment for revised Payment Application #1 submitted by RGV Solar Power Systems in the amount of $36,000.00.; 3.) Acceptance and approval of Payment Application No. 2 in the amount $15,750.00 submitted by RGV Solar Power Systems, in connection to the "Solar Light Project Monte Alto" for Pct. 1 including authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after Auditing process completed. F. 75407 Countywide Law Enforcement: Approval to exercise the sixty (60) day grace period extension as provided in contract E-19-076-05-21 with Galls, LLC, for Hidalgo County - "Purchase of New Bulletproof Vests (Soft Body Armor), under the same rates, terms and conditions. G. 75310 County Wide: Approval to exercise the sixty (60) day grace period extension as provided in contract E-19-084-04-23 with Pavement Markings, Inc. for Hidalgo County - "Striping/Marking of County Roads, County Parking Lots, & Misc. County Owned Sites", under the same rates, terms and conditions so as to have no lapse in service while procurement process is completed. H. 75410 Approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by contracted project engineer; L&G Consulting Engineers, for projects located in Precinct 4 detailed on table below: Invoice Date P.O. Number Project Invoice # Invoice Amount 04/30/2020 725312 FM1925 (10th Street to McColl) 11328116 $ 3,207.23 04/30/2020 739761 FM1925 WA#1 Wallace Rd to 10th 11328117 $ 5,392.53 04/30/2020 785987 FM1925 WA#3 Alamo Rd to Sharp Rd. 11328120 $ 70,450.00 04/30/2020 785986 FM1925 WA# (10th to McColl) 11328121 $ 26,125.00 04/30/2020 808447 Mile 5 Project WA#2 - Taylor Rd. to Ware Rd. 11328124 $ 46,730.76 I. 74855 IT Department: Requesting approval for County Judge to complete and sign all additional required documentation, for the lease of computers and monitors through Dell Financial Services L.L.C approved on CC 10/08/19 (AI-72532). J. 75390 Pct. #2: 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# 599-19 Exp. 11/30/22). Requisition# Vendor Model/Part# Total Amount 414342 Wastequip Manufacturing Company, LLC 163361 $52,048.00 K. 75368 County Treasurer: Requesting approval to enter into a thirty six (36) month burglar alarm monitoring service agreement with Superior Alarms for an annual total of $360.00 L. 74017 Facilities Management: Requesting approval to enter into One (1) Forty-Eight (48) month copier lease agreement with Ricoh USA, Inc. through Hidalgo County's Participation/Membership with DIR Cooperative Contract [DIR-CPO-4435]; Requisition# Months Model Monthly Payment 00413431 48 IMC4500 $278.39 M. 75336 Presentation, acceptance and approval of a "dated" Claim/Invoice [#973 for Unit L58-04/25/18] from CG Shop, LLC for repairs made to unit under the previous administration including authority to submit a Requisition and generate a Purchase Order in order to process the invoice for payment. N. 75344 Precinct #4 Approve Restatement of Public Purpose Declaration [C-AI# 74718/ CC 03/10/20/"Tu Salud Si Cuenta" Program"] and add items including, but not limited, to the following: - exercise stretch bands - polysure measure bottles - strength resistance bands - kitchen scales - shake it up salad sets - cooling towels - anti-bacterial hand sanitizers - cold/flu kits of which under PO# 815558 issued 04/27/20 are items under the "Tu Salud Si Cuenta" Program along with the previous Exhibit A attached as supporting documentation. O. 75286 Requesting authority to advertise with approval of Exhibit A/Specifications for Project No. 2020-041 for Rental of Uniforms and to include re-advertising if applicable. P. 75297 Requesting acceptance and approval of invoice as submitted by Halff Associates, Inc. for professional engineering services under WA #3 Contract #C-18-142-05-08 for Five (5) Bus Shelters with accessible parking (PO#789747):. INVOICE #: AMOUNT: 10036332 $ 1,268.70 Q. 75265 Hidalgo County Pct. 4 Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, 263), Hidalgo County Precinct 4 is requesting the following, including but not limited to the following items more specifically described in Exhibit A attached herein: 1. Approval to declare metal items in pictures as surplus property or salvage property [which is applicable] as per TxLGC 263.151(1), 'items are obsolete/unusable; 2. As per TxLGC 263.152(a)(1)(3) approve an "Order" that the "salvage property" be sold as scrap metal [through a quote process to garner to best price per ton] R. 75264 Hidalgo County Pct. 4: Pursuant to TxLGC 263, action, including, but not limited to, the following: 1. As per 263.051(1) declare as "Salvage" more specifically an old wooden shed located behind the Mechanic's Shop located at 1102 N. Doolittle Rd., Edinburg [see pics attached herein] as 'item is obsolete/unusable and/or damaged...' and is not part of the Pct.'s inventory [with no value]; 2. As per TxLGC 263.162(a}(1)(3) approve an "Order" that the "salvage property" be destroyed or otherwise disposed so as to no longer pose a hazard and/or danger in it's present state and condition. S. 75232 Requesting approval to reject all bids received for the "Purchase of Surveillance Tower" Bid #2020-02-03-18-MEG as requested by Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office. T. 75266 Requesting approval of payment for the following invoices listed below submitted by TEDSI Infrastructure Group for professional engineering services provided under Contract C-12-119-07-31 (WA# 3) for the Pct 2 Dicker Road Project. Project Name Invoice Date Invoice # Amount PO# Dicker Road Project (WA#3) 10/22/19 2019698-RR $1,500.00 806635 Dicker Road Project (WA#3) 01/20/20 2019752-R $2,325.00 806635 U. 74862 Approval of payment of Invoice #084-04 in the amount of $9,945.00 submitted by the project engineer, Cruz-Hogan Consultants Inc., for engineering services provided under Contract C-19-066-02-26 (WA#1), for the Pct 2 Minnesota Road Project.
2020 Interdepartmental transfers: 75427 Pct. #4: Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co Wide Contingency to Precinct No.4 Sanitation in the amount of $2,205.20 to fund equipment repair expenditures.
Membership Dues/Certifications: 75432 County Commissioners (1100): Approval to pay 2020 membership dues with authority for County Treasurer to issue check once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor for the following: VENDOR AMOUNT ACCT. # RGV Mobility Task Force (RGV Partnership) Alliance for I-69 $ 8,620.00 0-1100-413-30-125-004-0-810
Budget & Management: 10A. 75341 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 April 16-30, 2020 in the amount of $40,767.59 and requesting approval of wire transfer. 10B. 75340 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,035,519.03 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 04/16/20 to 04/29/20. 04/16-22/20 $ 649,827.18 04/23-29/20 $ 385,691.85 TOTAL $1,035,519.032. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
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). 75382 Requesting approval to enter into a Sales Contract with Uretek ICR South Texas LLC, to level building of Justice of the Peace Pct.4, PL.1 located at 212 Nth 12 Ave, Edinburg, TX 78541, in the total amount of $12,800.00, subject to legal counsel's final review and approval as to form.
75390 Pct. #2: 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# 599-19 Exp. 11/30/22). Requisition# Vendor Model/Part# Total Amount 414342 Wastequip Manufacturing Company, LLC 163361 $52,048.00
District Attorney's Office: A. 75342 D.A. - Victim Assistance Program (VAP)(1281): Approval to submit a budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG) for Grant #2924303 Hidalgo County DA's Office - Victim Assistance Program.
HIDTA - Task Force: A. 75350 HIDTA - CCP 59 (1251): Authorization and approval to deobligate funds under HIDTA CCP 59 to correct agenda item #73890 approved by Commissioners Court on 01/14/2020.
Sheriff's Office: 75367 1. Authorization and Approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's office and Progreso Police Department for equipment/services sharing. 2. Authorization for County Judge and County Sheriff to sign the agreement.
75339 Sheriff's CCP59- Fund 1227: Approval of 2020 appropriation of funds into the Sheriff's CCP59 - Fund 1227 from the unassigned fund balance in the amount of $45,000.00.
Tax Office: A. 75275 Requesting approval to reimburse Paul Villarreal in the amount of $357.27 (Req#413766) and Eva Mireles in the amount of $537.16 (Req# 413749) for the purchase of gloves, supplies needed to make masks, hand sanitizer, disinfectant spray etc, with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Constable Pct. #1: A. 75280 Constable Precinct 1 (1220) Approval of the Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor in the amount of $791.65 for the 2020 Peace Officer Allocation - LEOSE funds awarded and received from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts and appropriation of the same.
Constable Pct. #4: A. 75403 Constable Precinct 4 CCP59 (1231): Approval of 2020 appropriation of fund balance for Constable Precinct 4 Chapter 59 in the amount of $260,455.57.
IT Department: A. 75288 Authorization and approval to purchase new wireless service plans through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following: Department: Employee Name/ID: Description: Qty: Service Plan: Equipment/Cost: District Attorney Office Use New Cell Phone 1 4G Custom Nationwide Unl Mins. + MSG Unl + Email&Data Unl. @ $39.99 + $3.00 taxes/fees per month Apple iPhone XR 64GB @ $0 HCCP 4 Office Use New Data Cards 3 Custom 4G Unl. MB Plan w/MBP for National Security, Public Safety & First Responders @ $37.99/ea per month Verizon Jetpack 8800L @ $0
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. 75315 Approval to accept settlement check from Allstate Insurance Company in the amount of $1,168.15 to settle auto accident claim with County vehicle. (HIDTA)
Human Resources: A. Requesting waiver of the following, if applicable, for personnel items listed: 1. Civil Service Commission Rules - Section 3.22 2. Hidalgo County Personnel Policy Manual - Section 6.27 3. Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments B. 75413 1. Discussion, Consideration, and Action regarding the County of Hidalgo’s requirement for the general public to wear a mouth and nose covering when visiting county facilities including county parking lots during the Declared Local State of Disaster due to the Public Health Emergency. 2. Discussion, Consideration, and Action adopting the Hidalgo County Additional Work-Related Standard of Conduct – Mouth and Nose Covering requirement for county employees during the Declared Local State of Disaster due to the Public Health Emergency. C. 75008 Sheriff CCP 59 (1227): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 04/13/2020: Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Rank Delete 280-005 0003 Deputy Sheriff 06 D. 75267 Health & Human Services COVID-19 (1293): 1. Approval to create four (4) temporary part-time positions for 26 weeks beginning 06/08/2020 and ending 12/04/2020: Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Create 340-076 T013 COVID-19 Analyst I 10 Create 340-076 T014 COVID-19 Analyst I 10 Create 340-076 T015 COVID-19 Analyst I 10 Create 340-076 T016 COVID-19 Analyst I 10 2. Approval to add COVID-19 Analyst I position title to the Classified Positions List. E. 75320 WIC - Summer Food Program Grant (1292): Approval to create six (6) Temporary Part-Time positions for 11 weeks beginning 06/01/2020 and ending 08/14/2020: Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Create 350-020 T001 - T006 Referral Resource Specialist I Non-Classified F. 75293 Domestic Relations Office (1100): 1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 05/11/2020: Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Create 125-029 0003 Executive Assistant I 11 Create 125-029 0004 Social Worker (DRO) 14 2. Approval to add Social Worker (DRO) position title to the Classified Positions List. G. 75326 Pct. 4 Sanitation (1100): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 05/11/2020: Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Delete 124-001 0025 Sanitation Attendant II 05 Create 124-001 0032 Truck Driver II 06
Urban County: A. 75261 Requesting approval of the Amended Hidalgo County Urban County Program Citizen Participation Plan. B. 75294 1. Public Hearing regarding the FY 2020-2021 Hidalgo County Urban County Program’s Annual Action Plan for Program Year (33). 2. Requesting approval of and for submission of the FY 2020-2021 Hidalgo County Program’s Annual Action Plan for Program Year (33). 3. Authorization for County Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign any and all documents related to the FY 2020-2021 Hidalgo County Program’s Annual Action Plan for Program Year (33). C. 75300 The Urban County Program is requesting approval to reject bids received for the City of Granjeno Public Facilities Improvements Project. Bid No. 5019-30-0300-5000-3000-UCP-SR D. 75333 “Subject to Compliance with HB 1295” the Urban County Program is requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with H&R Lease Service, LLC the lowest responsible bidder in the amount of $242,460.00 utilizing UCP funds from Fiscal Years 29 & 31 (2016 & 2018) La Villa Water/Sewer Improvement Funds.
Health & Human Services Department: A. 75274 Requesting approval to accept and to have County Judge e-sign the Texas Epidemiology Capacity Expansion grant contract HHS000436300016 Amendment No. 1. The purpose of the amendment is to revise the Scope of Work. B. 75260 1. Requesting approval to accept and to have County Judge e-sign the COVID-19 grant contract HHS000769200001, Amendment No. 1. The purpose of the amendment is to add $723,818.00. 2. Requesting approval of the certification of revenues by the County Auditor in the amount of $723,818.00 and appropriation of the same.
Community Service Agency: A. 75391 Discussion, consideration and possible action to accept COVID-19 Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) allocation in the amount of $3,785,788 from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, with authorization for Jaime Longoria to electronically sign any and all pertinent documents.
Elections Administration: A. 75273 1. Discussion regarding Election updates 2. Discussion, consideration and approval to pay any extra duty hours to be worked by the Hidalgo County Elections Department in preparation for any local, state and federal elections and runoff elections that are to be held throughout 2020 in accordance with Hidalgo County Civil Service Commission Rules. 3. Discussion, consideration and approval of 2020 Primary Runoff Early Voting polling locations.
WIC: A. 75277 WIC- COVID-19 Funding Program: 026-(1292) 1. Requesting approval to accept the FY 2020 Extra Funding -COVID-19 in the amount of $69,114.00 from the FY 2017 amended contract effective March 1, 2020. 2. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $69,114.00 as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY 2020 Extra Funding COVID-19 and appropriation of the same.
Planning Department: A. 75425 1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMIT a. Applicant: A&M Management Inc. Legal Description: 20.00 acres out of Lot 14 Block 31 Capisallo District Subdivision; (Proposed Rio Rico Ranchettes Subdivision) (Pct. 1) (Mile 3 North Road and Mile 2 ½ East Road) Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 15” RCP class III culvert pipe crossing via open cut Mile 3 North Road. B. 75272 1. Preliminary Approval with Variance Request a. Star Trail Subdivision- Pct.2 (Irene Uribe Manrique) (Eldora Road & U.S. Hwy 281) No. of Lots: 14 Multi-Family Flood Zone: B & AH.Flood zone “AH” will be revised via LOMR-F before final approval. Estimated Number of Streetlights:3 Filling Stations:2 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 Pharr. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation. Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Pharr. Paved: Yes, Eldora Road is paved and 1 internal street to be paved. 2. Preliminary Approval a. Rio Rico Ranchettes Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Victor J. Daniec) (Mile 3 North Road & Mile 2 ½ East Road) No. of Lots: 4 Single Family Flood Zone: C Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A Filling Stations:N/A Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff onto Mile 3 North Road side ditch and Mile 2 ½ East Road. ETJ: No, Rural Area. Water: Yes, provided by Military Highway Water Supply Corporation. Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s Paved: Yes, Mile 3 North Road and Mile 2 ½ East Road are paved. b. RBR Subdivision No. 1 - Pct. 4 (Roel A. Rodriguez Jr.) (Mile 21 North Road & Val Verde Road) No. of Lots: 16 Single Family Flood Zone: X Estimated Number of Streetlights:4 Filling Stations:2 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 Paved: Yes, Mile 21 North Road and 1 internal street to be paved. c. Los Amigos Phase 2 Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Kyle Ruppert) (Baseline Road & Mile 12 ½ North Road) No. of Lots: 26 Single Family Flood Zone: X Estimated Number of Streetlights:5 Filling Stations:3 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 Paved: Yes, Baseline Road is paved and 1 internal street to be paved. 3. Final Approval a. Pueblo De Palmas Phase 23 Subdivision - Pct. 4 (Gary Frisby) (Alamo Road & Mile 19 North Road) No. of Lots: 89 Single Family Flood Zone: X Filling Stations:4 Drainage: Yes, Drainage is provided by storm sewer system discharging onto 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. Paved: Yes, Alamo Road is paved and 5 internal streets have been paved. 4. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee a. Las Comadres No. 7 Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Carlos G. Leal Jr.) (Western Road & Mile 7 North Road) No. of Lots: 42 Single Family Flood Zone:X Streetlights: 10 Filling Stations: 4 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 S.U.D. Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been installed. *Final Approval with Letter of Credit No. 290 in the amount of $72,826.92 for Drainage Improvements. Paved: Yes, Western Road is paved and 5 internal streets have been paved.
Budget & Management: A. Budget Appropriations: 1. 75426 CARES Act Relief Fund (1287): A. Ratification of application submitted for the CARES Act Relief Funds. B. Approval to accept CARES Act Relief Funds received for COVID-19 Pandemic. C. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from the U.S. Treasury relating to the CARES Act Relief Funds and appropriation of funds in the amount of $4,000,000.00 to fund expenditures related to COVID-19 Pandemic. 2. 75287 Flood Ctrl Wtr Extract 2018 (1100): Approval to undesignate funds in 2020 for expenditures related to the Flood Control Water Extract 2018 (115-092) in the amount of $68,490.11 and appropriation of the same. 3. 75299 TXDOT-PCT2 ELDORA(JACKSON-I RD) (1315): Approval of 2020 certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from TXDOT for the Thomas Rd Project (CSJ#0921-02-302) in the amount of $39,039.38 and appropriation of the same into the Pct 2 Eldora Rd Project to fund anticipated ROW expenditures. 4. 75343 CO2014 Jail Renovations (1345): Approval of 2020 unappropriation of funds from Fund 1345 in the amount of $5,041.84 due to JE correction posted by the Auditor's Office. 5. 75335 Pct. R&B (1200): Approval of 2020 appropriation of funds from the R&B unassigned fund balance for Pct 1 Road and Bridge various programs in the amount of $475,427.71 to fund operating and project expenditures. 6. 75357 Pct 2 Rd Maint (1200): Approval of 2020 appropriation of funds from the R&B unassigned fund balance for Pct 2 Rd Maint in the amount of $1,215,420.11 to fund operating and project expenditures. 7. 75364 Pct 4 Various R&B Programs (1200): Approval of 2020 appropriation of funds from the R&B unassigned fund balance for Pct 4 R&B Programs (036, 169, 007) in the amount of $1,235,000.00 to fund the drainage improvement and road project expenditures. 8. 75392 Domestic Relations Office (1100): Approval to unreserve from the General Fund Family Protection Fee restricted fund balance and appropriate into the Domestic Relations Office in the amount of $105,818.29 to fund personnel & operating expenses. B. 75375 TXDOT - Pct 4 FM1925 (1315): Authorization to submit the Economically Disadvantaged County (EDC) Program Application and Affidavit for the FM1925 (Wallace Rd – 10th St) Project, CSJ 1803-01-094, with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation. C. 75371 TXDOT-Pct 4 FM676(Taylor-FM2220) (1315): Approval of Advance Funding Agreement (AFA) between Hidalgo County and the Texas Department of Transportation for the FM676 Road Project from Taylor Road to FM2220 CSJ#1064-01-043 and approval of Order authorizing the County Judge to sign the AFA for said project. D. 75302 TXDOT Mile 6W (1315): Approval for the County Judge to sign TXDOT Oversight Level Special Approval Form Part A - LG Qualifications Statement for the Mile 6W Road Project, CSJ#0921-02-286. E. 75373 TXDOT-Pct 4 FM1925(Wallace-10th) (1315): Approval of Advance Funding Agreement (AFA) between Hidalgo County and the Texas Department of Transportation for the FM1925 Road Project from Wallace Road to 10th Street CSJ#1803-01-094 and approval of Order authorizing the County Judge to sign the AFA for said project.
Urban County: A. 75261 Requesting approval of the Amended Hidalgo County Urban County Program Citizen Participation Plan. B. 75294 1. Public Hearing regarding the FY 2020-2021 Hidalgo County Urban County Program’s Annual Action Plan for Program Year (33). 2. Requesting approval of and for submission of the FY 2020-2021 Hidalgo County Program’s Annual Action Plan for Program Year (33). 3. Authorization for County Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign any and all documents related to the FY 2020-2021 Hidalgo County Program’s Annual Action Plan for Program Year (33). C. 75300 The Urban County Program is requesting approval to reject bids received for the City of Granjeno Public Facilities Improvements Project. Bid No. 5019-30-0300-5000-3000-UCP-SR D. 75333 “Subject to Compliance with HB 1295” the Urban County Program is requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with H&R Lease Service, LLC the lowest responsible bidder in the amount of $242,460.00 utilizing UCP funds from Fiscal Years 29 & 31 (2016 & 2018) La Villa Water/Sewer Improvement Funds.
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. 75356 Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of 21,699.70 for the New Hidalgo County Surplus Facility for Geo Technical & Construction Material Testing Services (C-19-209-09-03) with Raba Kistner, Inc. 2. 75401 Presentation via zoom by a TCAP representative to report status of energy market and explain conditions that have impacted pricing (including COVID-19) to assist the members of the HCCC to determine and authorize a new target price including the term of said bridge contract including approval for the Executive Officer to accept and sign applicable documentation 3. 75355 A. Presentation of Hidalgo County's approved current pools of Architects and/or Engineers, Civil, Geo Tech & Construction Material Testing with inclusion of MEP providers for Hidalgo County Commissioners' Court nomination of at least three (3) firms from each pool for the purpose of following the selection protocol [nominate, select grading committee, present scoring grid to rank, authorize negotiation for eventual engagement] in connection to the CARES Act: Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Acts Funds and Other Funding Sources for the Construction of a New Laboratory and the placement of modular buildings to be leased and/or repaired/renovated on site of the Dept. of Health & Human Services Department property [frontage road in Edinburg, Texas]: Architect 1.____________________________________; 2.____________________________________; 3.____________________________________; Civil Engineering 1.____________________________________; 2.____________________________________; 3.____________________________________; Geo Tech & Construction Material Testing 1.____________________________________; 2.____________________________________; 3.____________________________________; B. Designation of "Committee" to Score and Evaluate the nominated firms for Architectural, Civil Engineers, Geo-Tech & Construction Material Testing which will include MEP services. 1.____________________________________; 2.____________________________________; 3.____________________________________; 4.____________________________________; 5.____________________________________; C. Nomination of at least three (3) firms of the approved current pool of Engineering Services with specialization of Mechanical Electrical, and Plumbing in relations to the CARES Act: Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Acts Funds with the anticipation of the purchase of generators for six (6) Health Department Clinics. 1. ___________________________________; 2. ___________________________________; 3. ___________________________________; D. Designation of "Committee" to Score and Evaluate the nominated firms for Engineering Services with specialization of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing. 1.___________________________________; 2.___________________________________; 3.___________________________________; 4.___________________________________; 5.___________________________________. E. Nomination of at least three (3) firms of the approved current pool of Engineering Services with specialization on Structural Engineer in relations to the CARES Act: Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Acts Funds with the anticipation to Remodel and Repair of Modular Building for the Health Department. 1.___________________________________; 2.___________________________________; 3.___________________________________. F. Designation of "Committee" to Score and Evaluate the nominated firms for Engineering Services with specialization on Structural Engineering. 1.____________________________________; 2.____________________________________; 3.____________________________________; 4.____________________________________; 5.____________________________________. B. Health & Human Services: 1. 75431 A. Requesting approval to accept proposal from Herrcon in the amount of $49,871.66 through our membership participation with Buyboard contract 581-19 for the Remodel and Repair of a county-owned Modular Building in connection with the installation of electrical/sewer utilities services for the Hidalgo County Health Department and subject to the complete review and verification of all line items and pricing prior to requisition and purchase order protocol and compliance with form 1295; B. Requesting approval to accept proposal from Herrcon in the amount of $70,208.43 through our membership participation with Buyboard contract 581-19 for the Remodel and Repair of a county owned Modular Building for the Hidalgo County Health Department and subject to complete review and verification of all line items and pricing prior to requisition and purchase order protocol and subject to compliance with form 1295. 2. 75352 A. Authority to purchase items and/or services, including but not limited to those identified/described in Exhibit A attached herein related to COVID-19 as permitted under the Cares Act Guidelines utilizing all procurement methods such as Federal, State, Local Awarded Contracts and/or through HC memberships with Cooperative Purchasing Programs and when statutorily necessary Sealed Competitive Procurement Methods with Advertising [if required] or through the Exemption from Competitive Bidding process approved by HCCC [04-21-20/R-AI#75166] through the Requisition and Purchase Order protocol and process including, but not limited to, the following; 1. Generators [6] natural gas preferred to include transfer switches and all other necessary and related accessories with the engagement of an MEP engineer to assist in assessment of needs of all clinics for the installation of the said generators [this item is part of another agenda item herein]; 2. Patient Health Information System - Technology Item; 3. Electronic Medical Records System - Technology Item; 4. Testing Kits and related supplies for COVID-19; 5. Upgrades to or replacement of equipment, systems, and building for the Hidalgo County Autopsy Facility; 6. Laboratory furniture, fixtures, equipment and related supplies and accessories; B. Approval to dedicate and assign all vacant property/land directly east of the site of the current HC Dept. Health & Human Services facility and the New Justice Center to be constructed for the purposes as sites for a new HCDH&HS state of the art Laboratory, leased modular buildings to house health dept. existing and new staff and to move and relocate [from Sullivan City] a county-owned 30X50 modular building [configured as a clinic] which will include needed renovations and repairs. 3. 75312 Authority to enter into an agreement with William Scotsman through HC membership in Educational Service Center, Region 4 Cooperative awarded vendor, Omnia Partners contract # R160101 with a projected cost of $111,215.00 [with a minimum term of 18 months] for the Lease of a Mobile Office Trailer for purpose of facilitating COVID-19 response measures, with authority for the County Judge and/or Executive Officer to execute the application. C. Sheriff's Office: 1. 75415 A. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, 263.152, discussion and approval to declare as "surplus" Law Enforcement Equipment as listed on Exhibit "A" B. Requesting authority to remove said personal property from the Hidalgo County Sheriff's inventory list. C. In accordance with Texas Government Code 791.001- 791.003 (2)(3) requesting approval of an interlocal cooperation agreement [ILA} between Hidalgo County and the City of Alton for the mutual benefit and assistance in connection with surplus law enforcement equipment and accessories subject to legal approval and review. D. Executive Office: 1. 75409 Acceptance of proposal submitted by RL Abatement, Inc. for project no. 2020-197 awarded vendor (through county's participation with TIPS contract No. 200201) for Asbestos Removal and Disposal subject to line items and price verification. E. Pct. 1 1. 75259 Requesting approval to purchase the following heavy equipment through the County's membership/participation with TASB-BuyBoard Cooperative under Contract #597-19 [expires 11/30/22]: Requisition# Vendor Model Amount 00413687 Doggett Heavy Machinery Services 2019 Dynapac CA2500PD (Padded Foot Roller) $124,500.00 00413798 Doggett Heavy Machinery Services 2020 John Deere (310SL Backhoe Loader) $ 90,000.00 F. Pct. 3 1. 75359 Pursuant to current HC EOEEP, requesting approval to purchase two (2) 2020 Peterbilt 348 Roll Off Trucks with accessories in the amount of $324,746.76, through the County's membership/participation with TASB-BuyBoard Cooperative Contract #601-19 [expires 11/30/22] awarded vendor Rush Truck Center. 2. 75313 Requesting approval of a Public Purpose Declaration pursuant to Article 3, Section 52(a) of the Texas Constitution, to purchase promotional items as detailed in Exhibit attached herein including, but not limited to, drawstring backpacks, notebooks, banners, plastic cups, pens, pencils, tent(s), recognition plaques, logo setup and printing costs, fees and freight fees [when/if applicable] will be utilized in Pct.'s participation, attendance or hosting public functions related to efforts in disseminating information of road conditions, closures, paving, drainage improvements, educational and health awareness, public safety services and programs affecting the community when participating, attending or hosting public functions to include, but not limited to speaking events, presentations, meetings, ceremonies, and school career days. 3. 75304 Requesting approval for Hidalgo County Auditor to process and issue check(s) in the amount of $1,725.00 prior to services being rendered pursuant to Architectural Barriers Administrative Rules 68.80(g) to Mr. Anthony Covacevich - Registered Accessibility Specialist - designated by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation in order to permit the processing of: the project Filing Plan Review and Inspection for the "Mile 3 North Project" for compliance with ABA rule 68.50(a)(c). G. Pct. 4 1. 75306 A. Approval of an Amendment [as drafted by HC/DA Civil Section] to the current contract between HC Pct. #4 and SDI Engineering, LLC [Contract #19-276-10-22] in connection with the Linn/San Manuel Veterans Memorial Park Project; B. Approval to appoint the recommended Evaluation Committee members as listed below for Construction of Linn-San Manuel Veterans Park - Competitive Sealed Proposals received Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4. 1. Velinda Reyes - Precinct 4 2. Leticia Saenz - Precinct 4 3. Robert Estrada - ECISD 4. Other(s) 2. 75374 Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 (with an estimated cost of $9,909.00) as submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, to provide Environmental Services for "FM 1925 and North Alamo Road Project," through Contract# C-19-299-12-10. H. County Clerk: 1. 75369 Requesting approval to continue the preservation of Deed and Official Records volume 2481-2679 with TXMAS awarded vendor, Kofile Technologies,Inc., under contract # TXMAS-18-3602, in the amount of $501,480.00 through REQ# 00413936. I. IT Department: 1. 75416 Requesting approval to purchase Deep Discovery Inspector Software/Hardware Appliance through Netsync Network Solutions under TIPS Contract#18050101 in the amount of $81,056.20. J. Co. Wide 1. 75400 Approval to purchase eight (8) 2020 Mack GU533 Roll Off Truck through the County's membership/participation with Purchasing Cooperative of America under Contract# PCA 3-170-17 [Expires 5/2022]: Requisition# Vendor Model Amount 414256 Big D Tractor, LLC (8 - 2020 Mack GU533 (Roll-Off Trucks) $1,322,887.80 2. 75404 Co. Wide: Approval to purchase twenty (20) full matrix electronic message boards through HC's membership/participation with TASB-Buyboard Cooperative under (Contract# 534-17 Exp. 5/31/20). Requisition# Vendor Model/Part# Total Amount 414271 Buyers Barricades WTMMBA $337,020.00
24. Closed Session: Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, (Consultation with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development) to discuss the following: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Private consultation and advice of counsel concerning pending, potential and/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. C. 75348 Consultation with Legal Counsel regarding Legal Action due to emergency situation D. 75269 C-4230-16-G; Blanca Quintanilla and Glendy Hernandez v Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 3 E. 75324 Claim of Noe Gutierrez F. 75327 Claim of Mario Trevino 25. 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)
*A portion of this clip is without video* 1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. General Operations: A. 75408 1.) Discussion, Consideration, and Action regarding the Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 requirement for general public to wear a mouth and nose covering when visiting HCDD1 facilities including parking lots during the Declared Local State of Disaster due to Public Health Emergency. 2.) Discussion, Consideration, and Action adopting the Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 Additional Work-Related Standard of Conduct -Mouth and Nose Covering requirement for District employees during the Declared during the Declared Local State of Disaster due to the Public Health Emergency. B. 75389 1.) Requesting approval to create ten (10) Temporary Maintenance I positions not to exceed 768 working hours and set Hourly rate at $13.27. 2.) Pursuant to the Boards approval to create Temporary Maintenance I positions requesting approval of Revised Salary Schedule and Budget Amendment to fund temporary positions in the amount of $115,733.10. C. 75268 1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. 2. Presentation of scoring grid of firms graded through the District's "Pool" of pre-qualified Professional Engineers for the purpose of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors in connection with Professional Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Services On-Call (on an as needed basis) required for Hidalgo County Drainage District Projects. (C-HCDD1-20-027-__-__) FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK: B2Z Engineering, LLC 97.00 Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC 91.00 Alpha Infrastructure Engineering, PLLC 89.33 3.) Pursuant to the Boards approval, requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Professional Services Agreement with the number one (1) ranked firm of:__________________________ for the provisions of Professional Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Services On-Call (on an as needed basis) for Hidalgo County Drainage District Projects. 6. 2018 Bond Referendum Projects: A. 75281 1. Request exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services to KCI Technologies, Inc. for the provision of Professional Engineering Services for the "Faysville Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #11A" through Contract No: C-HCDD1-19-038-05-21; 2. Requesting acceptance and approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Contract No. C-HCDD1-19-038-05-21, for the provision of Professional Engineering Services for: "Faysville Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #11-A" with Landtech, Inc. to reflect an assignment in interest in the Agreement from Landtech, Inc. to KCI Technologies, Inc. and granting authority for the District General Manager, Mr. Raul E. Sesin, P.E., CFM., to sign the Consent to Assignment of Contract Letter Submitted by the Parties. B. 75406 1. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-039-05-21), with TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc., for the project: "Faysville Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #11-B", to reflect a Revised Exhibit "D"-Work Schedule, with an extended termination date of May 28, 2021 (subject to Legal review and compliance with HB1295). 2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 1 of the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-039-05-21), with TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc., for the project: "Faysville Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #11-B", to reflect a revised period of service to end on May 28, 2021(subject Legal review and compliance with HB1295). C. 75412 1. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-040-05-21), with TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc., for the project: "J-08 Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #15-A", to reflect a Revised Exhibit "D"-Work Schedule, with an extended termination date of August 27, 2021 (subject to Legal review and compliance with HB1295). 2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 1 of the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-040-05-21), with TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc., for the project: "J-08 Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #15-A", to reflect a revised period of service to end on August 27, 2021 (subject Legal review and compliance with HB1295). 7. 2012 Bond Referendum - 2013 Bond Series: A. 75289 Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to Agreement for Professional Engineering Services with L&G Engineering as it relates to "Pharr Mcallen Drain & South Flood Water Channel Watershed Improvement Project" to amend the contract to extend the termination date to August 31, 2020. (subject to compliance to HB1295). B. 75309 Approval to issue payment on the following items proceeding review & compliance of contract terms & conditions: Alamo Expressway Drain-Budget 320 1. Application for payment no. 1 in the amount of $127,708.91 from Castle Enterprises, LLC pertaining Construction Contract No. HCDD1-18-047-09-25-Alamo Expressway Drain Improvements. Project Engineer: Jose Noe Saldivar, P.E.-HCDD1 PO#636128 C. 75397 Requesting approval of Change Order No. 1 reflecting an increase in the amount of $153,350.00, and no additional construction calendar days, in connection with contract No. C-HCDD1-19-077-12-03 -Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 project, "Hidalgo County Pct. 4 -J-09 Phase IV Rural Drainage Development 2012 Bond Project" with Mor-Wil, LLC, as recommended by project engineer, Jose Noe Saldivar, P.E., HCDD1 Engineer IV. 8. General Fund: A. 75308 Recommending bid award and approval to issue a Purchase Order to the lowest and most responsible bidder meeting all requirements/specifications, Aguaworks Pipe & Supply, LLC, for the advertised RFB No. HCDD1-20-024-04-01 "Purchase of One (1) Vertical Axial-Flow Pump"(subject to compliance with HB1295). B. 75414 Requesting approval of Advance Funding Agreement for Voluntary Local Government Contributions with Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) as it relates to Transportation Improvement Project rehabilitation of FM 1425 rural facility from Bus. 83 to SH 107. Subject to final legal review. 9. Closed Session: Board of Directors may go into Closed Session pursuant to Subchapter D of Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code to discuss the following: A. 75418 Discussion regarding offer of settlement in Cause No. CCD-0534-F, HCDD1 v. J.R. Garcia, pending in Hidalgo County Court at Law No. 6 B. Real Property (Tex. Gov't Code 551.072) C. Personnel Matters (Tex. Gov't. Code 551.074) D. Consultation with Attorney Regarding: a) Pending or Contemplated Litigation: b) a Settlement Offer: or c) 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 (Tex. Gov't. Code 551.071) 10. Open Session: A. 75419 Possible action on offer of settlement in Cause No. CCD-0534-F, HCDD1 v. J.R. Garcia, pending in Hidalgo County Court at Law No. 6 B. Possible Action of Real Estate Acquisition C. Possible Action on Pending and/or Potential Litigation 11. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
Open Forum
1. 75428 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. 75429 Presentation of Fund Information Report B. 75370 Pursuant to Local Government Code Sections 114.023-.025, requesting approval of Monthly Financial Reports for the Months of January and February 2020. 3. 2020 Intradepartmental transfers: A. 75430 2020 - County Wide Administration (1100) B. 75424 2020 - Justice Court Assist &Tech (1242) C. 75411 2020 - Human Resources (1100) D. 75386 2020 - Health & Human Services Dept. / PHEP (1293) E. 75376 2020 - Health & Human Services Dept. / TB State (1293) F. 75351 2020 - Pct 2 Parks (1100) G. 75366 2020 - County Judge (1100) H. 75337 2020 - Sheriff's Federal Sharing - U.S. Treasury (1228) I. 75330 2020 - Pct.4 ICA UT Health (1100) J. 75354 2020 - Pct.4 R&B (1200) K. 75331 2020 - Pct.4 Parks (1100) L. 75332 2020 - Pct.4 Adm (1200) M. 75334 2020 - Executive Office (1100) N. 75311 2020 - WIC Food Summer Program (1292) O. 75316 2020 - Texas DPS (1100) P. 75283 2020 - Domestic Relations Office (1100) Q. 75282 2020 - D.A. CJD VAP (1281) R. 75279 2020 - WIC Lactation Support Center (1292) 4. 2020 Interdepartmental transfers: A. 75305 Pct. #4: Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from CO2017-Pct.4 Ware (program 157) to CO2017-Pct.4 Mechanic Shop (program 193) in the amount of $79,978.38. Transfer will fund future expenses related to the construction of Pct. 4 Mechanic Shop. B. 75427 Pct. #4: Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co Wide Contingency to Precinct No.4 Sanitation in the amount of $2,205.20 to fund equipment repair expenditures. C. 75372 Pct. 4: Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from TXDOT Pct.4 FM1925 (program 154) to TXDOT Pct.4 N. Alamo (program 150) in the amount of $20,000.00. Transfer will fund WA#1 for L&G Engineering for environmental services needed for project. Additional allocated funds are for project cost overruns. D. 75362 CO2017-Pct 3 (1351): Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer in the amount of $324,746.76 from CO2017-Pct 3 Mech Shop/Motor Pool into CO2017-Pct 3 Vehicles for the purchase of roll off trucks. E. 75258 Human Resources (1100): Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Human Resources (dept. 190) to Information Technology Department (dept. 220) in the amount of $441.14 to fund expenditures for the secure encryption emails project. F. 75295 Pct1 Adm (1200) Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Pct1 Rd Maint to Pct1 Adm, in the total amount of $4,000.00 to cover wireless services with Verizon. 5. Planning Department: A. 75422 1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMIT a. Applicant: A&M Management Inc. Legal Description: 65.70 acres out of Tract 156 San Salvador Del Tule Grant Subdivision; (Proposed Carmen Avila Phase IV Subdivision) (Pct. 4) (Carmen Avila Road and Mile 22 ½ North Road) Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 24” RCP class III storm sewer line extension approximately ¼ mile south of the proposed development along the west ROW line of Carmen Avila Road, crossing east via bore approximately 500.00 feet along the north side of Mile 22 ½ North Road discharging to the existing drain ditch. B. 75417 1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMITS a. Applicant: Valley Telephone Location of Pipeline Crossings: Pct. 4; North of Alberta Road approximately ½ mile west of Alamo Road. Proposed improvements within Right-of-Way: Consists of Two 1.25” HDPE ducts fiber cables boring via extension approximately ½ mile west of Alamo Road along the north side of Alberta Road. b. Applicant: Sharyland Water Supply Corporation Legal Description: 0.84 acres out of Lot 456 John H. Shary Subdivision (Pct. 3) (Mile 6 Road and Taylor Road) Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 2.5” water line south of Mile 6 Road. Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 6 Road. c. Applicant: Sharyland Water Supply Corporation Legal Description: 4.47 acres out of Lot 53-3 West Addition to Sharyland Subdivision (Pct. 3) (Los Ebanos Road and Mile 8 Road) Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” water line west of Los Ebanos Road. Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Los Ebanos Road. d. Applicant: Spectrum (Dcomm Inc. Project No. 664443-SMZD) Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: West of Queen Palm Drive approximately 175.00 feet south of Dalinda Drive. (Pct. 3) e. Applicant: Spectrum (Dcomm Inc. Project No. 664443-SMZE) Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: North side of Miguel Street approximately 442.00 feet east of Date Palm Drive. (Pct. 3) f. Applicant: Spectrum (Dcomm Inc. Project No. 664443-SMZF) Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: East of Salida Del Sol Street approximately 30.00 feet north of Lilia Street. (Pct. 3) g. Applicant: Spectrum (Dcomm Inc. Project No. 664443-SMZC) Proposed location of Power Supply Pedestal: West of Sabal Palm Drive approximately 300.00 feet south of Mile 7 Road. (Pct. 3) h. Applicant: Spectrum (Dcomm Inc. Project No. 1180025) Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: West of Moorefield Road approximately 300.00 feet south of Marc Drive. (Pct. 3) C. 75319 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. WIC: A. 75278 Requesting approval to accept the following equipment from the South Plains Community Action Partnership Inc. and authorization to sign the Certificate of Acquisition: Property No. Description Intended Use Transfer Price WA192900173804 COR Series Router Cradlepoint IBR600C/IBR650C WIC TXIN NA WA192900173662 COR Series Router Cradlepoint IBR600C/IBR650C WIC TXIN NA WA192900173809 COR Series Router Cradlepoint IBR600C/IBR650C WIC TXIN NA WA192900173800 COR Series Router Cradlepoint IBR600C/IBR650C WIC TXIN NA WA192900173791 COR Series Router Cradlepoint IBR600C/IBR650C WIC TXIN NA 7. Executive Office: A. 75041 Approval of payment for invoice 74792 in the amount of $165.00 and invoice 74809 in the amount of $203.00 dated 3/25/20 as submitted by McGriff, Seibels & Williams of Texas, Inc. for adjustments to the 3rd and 4th quarter of the 2019 County Wide Commercial Property Policy, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor. 8. Tax Refunds: A. 75323 Account Number Payer Amount 00055.90.400.0005.13 AT & T $6,736.89 00055.90.400.0005.90 AT & T $2,503.89 10038.00.000.0244.30 LONE STAR NATIONAL BANK $3,020.38 C2770.00.000.0002.00 CHANOS APARTMENTS $2,810.94 N4200.01.001.0009.00 BNT OF TEXAS LLC $2,897.25 S2755.01.000.0063.00 CORELOGIC $5,552.57 S6862.02.000.0097.00 LERETA LLC $3,188.78 T2100.00.239.0015.30 CORELOGIC $3,497.15 T4743.00.000.0080.00 SELECT PORTFOLIO SERVICING INC $3,362.30 B. 75322 Account Number Payer Amount B2637.00.000.0002.00 EH MCALLEN LLC $13,944.61 L5025.00.000.0000.10 LLANO GRANDE HOLDINGS COMPANY LLC $29,473.50 M2070.00.000.0001.00 RIO GRANDE REGIONAL HOSPITAL $150,402.04 R3757.00.000.0001.00 DAFFODIL VENTURES LLC $9,763.16 9. Membership Dues/Certifications: A. 75432 County Commissioners (1100): Approval to pay 2020 membership dues with authority for County Treasurer to issue check once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor for the following: VENDOR AMOUNT ACCT. # RGV Mobility Task Force (RGV Partnership) Alliance for I-69 $ 8,620.00 0-1100-413-30-125-004-0 810 B. 75405 Jail (1100): Requesting approval to pay 2020 membership dues to the American Jail Association for Captain Belinda G. Madrigal and Captain Jose R. Vasquez in the amount of $60.00 each ( requisition no. 414058) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. C. 75379 Public Defender's Office (1100): Approval to pay membership dues for Lawrence Esparza, Director and Michael Parson, Public Defender III to the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association in the total amount of $120.00 ($60.00 ea.) with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. D. 75318 Fire Marshal: Requesting approval to pay for an annual membership for the National Fire Protection Association for 3/13/20-3/13/21, in the total amount of $175.00, with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. Requisition#414187 E. 75321 Fire Marshal: Requesting approval to pay for a Certification for Eric Sanchez, Chief Deputy Fire Marshal for "Fire and Life Safety Educator 2" payable to the Texas Commission on Fire Protection, in the total amount of $85.00, with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. Requisition #414198 F. 75290 464th DC: Requesting approval to pay 2020 State Bar of Texas Membership dues (Judge Fonseca), in the total amount of $240.00 (Requisition #414070) with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor. 10. Budget & Management: A. 75341 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 April 16-30, 2020 in the amount of $40,767.59 and requesting approval of wire transfer. B. 75340 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,035,519.03 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 04/16/20 to 04/29/20. 04/16-22/20 $ 649,827.18 04/23-29/20 $ 385,691.85 TOTAL $1,035,519.032. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid. C. Interfund transfers: 1. 75298 Various Pct 4 (13XX): Approval of 2020 interfund transfer from various Pct 4 projects into Pct 4 Mechanic Shop and Pct 4 Linn-SM Veterans Park Projects in the total amount of $1,261,673.75 to fund anticipated 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. 75402 Pct. 3 Approval to exercise the County's option to extend for a one (1) year term as provided in the current Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3, under the same rates, terms & conditions for the following cities: 1. City of Palmhurst 2. City of Palmview B. 75420 Executive Office: Requesting approval of one (1) 48 month copier lease agreement with Ricoh USA, through Hidalgo County's Participation/Membership with DIR Cooperative, Contract # DIR-CPO-4435; Requisition # Months Model Monthly Payment 00414194 48 IMC6000 $291.35 C. 75421 WIC Requesting approval to submit cancellation letter to vendor and advise that the (copier) leases will not be automatically renewed, as listed in the Terms and Conditions of the original contract approved through AI-60060 on 06/13/2017. D. 75382 Requesting approval to enter into a Sales Contract with Uretek ICR South Texas LLC, to level building of Justice of the Peace Pct.4, PL.1 located at 212 Nth 12 Ave, Edinburg, TX 78541, in the total amount of $12,800.00, subject to legal counsel's final review and approval as to form. E. 75345 1.) Authority to rescind action taken by Commissioners Court on 03/24/2020 agenda item 74876, request for payment submitted by RGV Solar Power Systems; Payment Application #1 in the amount of $32,400.00; 2.) Acceptance and approval of payment for revised Payment Application #1 submitted by RGV Solar Power Systems in the amount of $36,000.00.; 3.) Acceptance and approval of Payment Application No. 2 in the amount $15,750.00 submitted by RGV Solar Power Systems, in connection to the "Solar Light Project Monte Alto" for Pct. 1 including authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after Auditing process completed. F. 75407 Countywide Law Enforcement: Approval to exercise the sixty (60) day grace period extension as provided in contract E-19-076-05-21 with Galls, LLC, for Hidalgo County - "Purchase of New Bulletproof Vests (Soft Body Armor), under the same rates, terms and conditions. G. 75310 County Wide: Approval to exercise the sixty (60) day grace period extension as provided in contract E-19-084-04-23 with Pavement Markings, Inc. for Hidalgo County - "Striping/Marking of County Roads, County Parking Lots, & Misc. County Owned Sites", under the same rates, terms and conditions so as to have no lapse in service while procurement process is completed. H. 75410 Approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by contracted project engineer; L&G Consulting Engineers, for projects located in Precinct 4 detailed on table below: Invoice Date P.O. Number Project Invoice # Invoice Amount 04/30/2020 725312 FM1925 (10th Street to McColl) 11328116 $ 3,207.23 04/30/2020 739761 FM1925 WA#1 Wallace Rd to 10th 11328117 $ 5,392.53 04/30/2020 785987 FM1925 WA#3 Alamo Rd to Sharp Rd. 11328120 $ 70,450.00 04/30/2020 785986 FM1925 WA# (10th to McColl) 11328121 $ 26,125.00 04/30/2020 808447 Mile 5 Project WA#2 - Taylor Rd. to Ware Rd. 11328124 $ 46,730.76 I. 74855 IT Department: Requesting approval for County Judge to complete and sign all additional required documentation, for the lease of computers and monitors through Dell Financial Services L.L.C approved on CC 10/08/19 (AI-72532). J. 75390 Pct. #2: 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# 599-19 Exp. 11/30/22). Requisition# Vendor Model/Part# Total Amount 414342 Wastequip Manufacturing Company, LLC 163361 $52,048.00 K. 75368 County Treasurer: Requesting approval to enter into a thirty six (36) month burglar alarm monitoring service agreement with Superior Alarms for an annual total of $360.00 L. 74017 Facilities Management: Requesting approval to enter into One (1) Forty-Eight (48) month copier lease agreement with Ricoh USA, Inc. through Hidalgo County's Participation/Membership with DIR Cooperative Contract [DIR-CPO-4435]; Requisition# Months Model Monthly Payment 00413431 48 IMC4500 $278.39 M. 75336 Presentation, acceptance and approval of a "dated" Claim/Invoice [#973 for Unit L58-04/25/18] from CG Shop, LLC for repairs made to unit under the previous administration including authority to submit a Requisition and generate a Purchase Order in order to process the invoice for payment. N. 75344 Precinct #4 Approve Restatement of Public Purpose Declaration [C-AI# 74718/ CC 03/10/20/"Tu Salud Si Cuenta" Program"] and add items including, but not limited, to the following: - exercise stretch bands - polysure measure bottles - strength resistance bands - kitchen scales - shake it up salad sets - cooling towels - anti-bacterial hand sanitizers - cold/flu kits of which under PO# 815558 issued 04/27/20 are items under the "Tu Salud Si Cuenta" Program along with the previous Exhibit A attached as supporting documentation. O. 75286 Requesting authority to advertise with approval of Exhibit A/Specifications for Project No. 2020-041 for Rental of Uniforms and to include re-advertising if applicable. P. 75297 Requesting acceptance and approval of invoice as submitted by Halff Associates, Inc. for professional engineering services under WA #3 Contract #C-18-142-05-08 for Five (5) Bus Shelters with accessible parking (PO#789747):. INVOICE #: AMOUNT: 10036332 $ 1,268.70 Q. 75265 Hidalgo County Pct. 4 Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, 263), Hidalgo County Precinct 4 is requesting the following, including but not limited to the following items more specifically described in Exhibit A attached herein: 1. Approval to declare metal items in pictures as surplus property or salvage property [which is applicable] as per TxLGC 263.151(1), 'items are obsolete/unusable; 2. As per TxLGC 263.152(a)(1)(3) approve an "Order" that the "salvage property" be sold as scrap metal [through a quote process to garner to best price per ton] R. 75264 Hidalgo County Pct. 4: Pursuant to TxLGC 263, action, including, but not limited to, the following: 1. As per 263.051(1) declare as "Salvage" more specifically an old wooden shed located behind the Mechanic's Shop located at 1102 N. Doolittle Rd., Edinburg [see pics attached herein] as 'item is obsolete/unusable and/or damaged...' and is not part of the Pct.'s inventory [with no value]; 2. As per TxLGC 263.162(a}(1)(3) approve an "Order" that the "salvage property" be destroyed or otherwise disposed so as to no longer pose a hazard and/or danger in it's present state and condition. S. 75232 Requesting approval to reject all bids received for the "Purchase of Surveillance Tower" Bid #2020-02-03-18-MEG as requested by Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office. T. 75266 Requesting approval of payment for the following invoices listed below submitted by TEDSI Infrastructure Group for professional engineering services provided under Contract C-12-119-07-31 (WA# 3) for the Pct 2 Dicker Road Project. Project Name Invoice Date Invoice # Amount PO# Dicker Road Project (WA#3) 10/22/19 2019698-RR $1,500.00 806635 Dicker Road Project (WA#3) 01/20/20 2019752-R $2,325.00 806635 U. 74862 Approval of payment of Invoice #084-04 in the amount of $9,945.00 submitted by the project engineer, Cruz-Hogan Consultants Inc., for engineering services provided under Contract C-19-066-02-26 (WA#1), for the Pct 2 Minnesota Road Project.
2020 Interdepartmental transfers: 75427 Pct. #4: Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co Wide Contingency to Precinct No.4 Sanitation in the amount of $2,205.20 to fund equipment repair expenditures.
Membership Dues/Certifications: 75432 County Commissioners (1100): Approval to pay 2020 membership dues with authority for County Treasurer to issue check once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor for the following: VENDOR AMOUNT ACCT. # RGV Mobility Task Force (RGV Partnership) Alliance for I-69 $ 8,620.00 0-1100-413-30-125-004-0-810
Budget & Management: 10A. 75341 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 April 16-30, 2020 in the amount of $40,767.59 and requesting approval of wire transfer. 10B. 75340 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,035,519.03 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 04/16/20 to 04/29/20. 04/16-22/20 $ 649,827.18 04/23-29/20 $ 385,691.85 TOTAL $1,035,519.032. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
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). 75382 Requesting approval to enter into a Sales Contract with Uretek ICR South Texas LLC, to level building of Justice of the Peace Pct.4, PL.1 located at 212 Nth 12 Ave, Edinburg, TX 78541, in the total amount of $12,800.00, subject to legal counsel's final review and approval as to form.
75390 Pct. #2: 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# 599-19 Exp. 11/30/22). Requisition# Vendor Model/Part# Total Amount 414342 Wastequip Manufacturing Company, LLC 163361 $52,048.00
District Attorney's Office: A. 75342 D.A. - Victim Assistance Program (VAP)(1281): Approval to submit a budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG) for Grant #2924303 Hidalgo County DA's Office - Victim Assistance Program.
HIDTA - Task Force: A. 75350 HIDTA - CCP 59 (1251): Authorization and approval to deobligate funds under HIDTA CCP 59 to correct agenda item #73890 approved by Commissioners Court on 01/14/2020.
Sheriff's Office: 75367 1. Authorization and Approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's office and Progreso Police Department for equipment/services sharing. 2. Authorization for County Judge and County Sheriff to sign the agreement.
75339 Sheriff's CCP59- Fund 1227: Approval of 2020 appropriation of funds into the Sheriff's CCP59 - Fund 1227 from the unassigned fund balance in the amount of $45,000.00.
Tax Office: A. 75275 Requesting approval to reimburse Paul Villarreal in the amount of $357.27 (Req#413766) and Eva Mireles in the amount of $537.16 (Req# 413749) for the purchase of gloves, supplies needed to make masks, hand sanitizer, disinfectant spray etc, with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Constable Pct. #1: A. 75280 Constable Precinct 1 (1220) Approval of the Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor in the amount of $791.65 for the 2020 Peace Officer Allocation - LEOSE funds awarded and received from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts and appropriation of the same.
Constable Pct. #4: A. 75403 Constable Precinct 4 CCP59 (1231): Approval of 2020 appropriation of fund balance for Constable Precinct 4 Chapter 59 in the amount of $260,455.57.
IT Department: A. 75288 Authorization and approval to purchase new wireless service plans through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following: Department: Employee Name/ID: Description: Qty: Service Plan: Equipment/Cost: District Attorney Office Use New Cell Phone 1 4G Custom Nationwide Unl Mins. + MSG Unl + Email&Data Unl. @ $39.99 + $3.00 taxes/fees per month Apple iPhone XR 64GB @ $0 HCCP 4 Office Use New Data Cards 3 Custom 4G Unl. MB Plan w/MBP for National Security, Public Safety & First Responders @ $37.99/ea per month Verizon Jetpack 8800L @ $0
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. 75315 Approval to accept settlement check from Allstate Insurance Company in the amount of $1,168.15 to settle auto accident claim with County vehicle. (HIDTA)
Human Resources: A. Requesting waiver of the following, if applicable, for personnel items listed: 1. Civil Service Commission Rules - Section 3.22 2. Hidalgo County Personnel Policy Manual - Section 6.27 3. Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments B. 75413 1. Discussion, Consideration, and Action regarding the County of Hidalgo’s requirement for the general public to wear a mouth and nose covering when visiting county facilities including county parking lots during the Declared Local State of Disaster due to the Public Health Emergency. 2. Discussion, Consideration, and Action adopting the Hidalgo County Additional Work-Related Standard of Conduct – Mouth and Nose Covering requirement for county employees during the Declared Local State of Disaster due to the Public Health Emergency. C. 75008 Sheriff CCP 59 (1227): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 04/13/2020: Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Rank Delete 280-005 0003 Deputy Sheriff 06 D. 75267 Health & Human Services COVID-19 (1293): 1. Approval to create four (4) temporary part-time positions for 26 weeks beginning 06/08/2020 and ending 12/04/2020: Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Create 340-076 T013 COVID-19 Analyst I 10 Create 340-076 T014 COVID-19 Analyst I 10 Create 340-076 T015 COVID-19 Analyst I 10 Create 340-076 T016 COVID-19 Analyst I 10 2. Approval to add COVID-19 Analyst I position title to the Classified Positions List. E. 75320 WIC - Summer Food Program Grant (1292): Approval to create six (6) Temporary Part-Time positions for 11 weeks beginning 06/01/2020 and ending 08/14/2020: Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Create 350-020 T001 - T006 Referral Resource Specialist I Non-Classified F. 75293 Domestic Relations Office (1100): 1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 05/11/2020: Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Create 125-029 0003 Executive Assistant I 11 Create 125-029 0004 Social Worker (DRO) 14 2. Approval to add Social Worker (DRO) position title to the Classified Positions List. G. 75326 Pct. 4 Sanitation (1100): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 05/11/2020: Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Delete 124-001 0025 Sanitation Attendant II 05 Create 124-001 0032 Truck Driver II 06
Urban County: A. 75261 Requesting approval of the Amended Hidalgo County Urban County Program Citizen Participation Plan. B. 75294 1. Public Hearing regarding the FY 2020-2021 Hidalgo County Urban County Program’s Annual Action Plan for Program Year (33). 2. Requesting approval of and for submission of the FY 2020-2021 Hidalgo County Program’s Annual Action Plan for Program Year (33). 3. Authorization for County Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign any and all documents related to the FY 2020-2021 Hidalgo County Program’s Annual Action Plan for Program Year (33). C. 75300 The Urban County Program is requesting approval to reject bids received for the City of Granjeno Public Facilities Improvements Project. Bid No. 5019-30-0300-5000-3000-UCP-SR D. 75333 “Subject to Compliance with HB 1295” the Urban County Program is requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with H&R Lease Service, LLC the lowest responsible bidder in the amount of $242,460.00 utilizing UCP funds from Fiscal Years 29 & 31 (2016 & 2018) La Villa Water/Sewer Improvement Funds.
Health & Human Services Department: A. 75274 Requesting approval to accept and to have County Judge e-sign the Texas Epidemiology Capacity Expansion grant contract HHS000436300016 Amendment No. 1. The purpose of the amendment is to revise the Scope of Work. B. 75260 1. Requesting approval to accept and to have County Judge e-sign the COVID-19 grant contract HHS000769200001, Amendment No. 1. The purpose of the amendment is to add $723,818.00. 2. Requesting approval of the certification of revenues by the County Auditor in the amount of $723,818.00 and appropriation of the same.
Community Service Agency: A. 75391 Discussion, consideration and possible action to accept COVID-19 Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) allocation in the amount of $3,785,788 from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, with authorization for Jaime Longoria to electronically sign any and all pertinent documents.
Elections Administration: A. 75273 1. Discussion regarding Election updates 2. Discussion, consideration and approval to pay any extra duty hours to be worked by the Hidalgo County Elections Department in preparation for any local, state and federal elections and runoff elections that are to be held throughout 2020 in accordance with Hidalgo County Civil Service Commission Rules. 3. Discussion, consideration and approval of 2020 Primary Runoff Early Voting polling locations.
WIC: A. 75277 WIC- COVID-19 Funding Program: 026-(1292) 1. Requesting approval to accept the FY 2020 Extra Funding -COVID-19 in the amount of $69,114.00 from the FY 2017 amended contract effective March 1, 2020. 2. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $69,114.00 as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY 2020 Extra Funding COVID-19 and appropriation of the same.
Planning Department: A. 75425 1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMIT a. Applicant: A&M Management Inc. Legal Description: 20.00 acres out of Lot 14 Block 31 Capisallo District Subdivision; (Proposed Rio Rico Ranchettes Subdivision) (Pct. 1) (Mile 3 North Road and Mile 2 ½ East Road) Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 15” RCP class III culvert pipe crossing via open cut Mile 3 North Road. B. 75272 1. Preliminary Approval with Variance Request a. Star Trail Subdivision- Pct.2 (Irene Uribe Manrique) (Eldora Road & U.S. Hwy 281) No. of Lots: 14 Multi-Family Flood Zone: B & AH.Flood zone “AH” will be revised via LOMR-F before final approval. Estimated Number of Streetlights:3 Filling Stations:2 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 Pharr. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation. Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Pharr. Paved: Yes, Eldora Road is paved and 1 internal street to be paved. 2. Preliminary Approval a. Rio Rico Ranchettes Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Victor J. Daniec) (Mile 3 North Road & Mile 2 ½ East Road) No. of Lots: 4 Single Family Flood Zone: C Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A Filling Stations:N/A Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff onto Mile 3 North Road side ditch and Mile 2 ½ East Road. ETJ: No, Rural Area. Water: Yes, provided by Military Highway Water Supply Corporation. Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s Paved: Yes, Mile 3 North Road and Mile 2 ½ East Road are paved. b. RBR Subdivision No. 1 - Pct. 4 (Roel A. Rodriguez Jr.) (Mile 21 North Road & Val Verde Road) No. of Lots: 16 Single Family Flood Zone: X Estimated Number of Streetlights:4 Filling Stations:2 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 Paved: Yes, Mile 21 North Road and 1 internal street to be paved. c. Los Amigos Phase 2 Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Kyle Ruppert) (Baseline Road & Mile 12 ½ North Road) No. of Lots: 26 Single Family Flood Zone: X Estimated Number of Streetlights:5 Filling Stations:3 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 Paved: Yes, Baseline Road is paved and 1 internal street to be paved. 3. Final Approval a. Pueblo De Palmas Phase 23 Subdivision - Pct. 4 (Gary Frisby) (Alamo Road & Mile 19 North Road) No. of Lots: 89 Single Family Flood Zone: X Filling Stations:4 Drainage: Yes, Drainage is provided by storm sewer system discharging onto 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. Paved: Yes, Alamo Road is paved and 5 internal streets have been paved. 4. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee a. Las Comadres No. 7 Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Carlos G. Leal Jr.) (Western Road & Mile 7 North Road) No. of Lots: 42 Single Family Flood Zone:X Streetlights: 10 Filling Stations: 4 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 S.U.D. Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been installed. *Final Approval with Letter of Credit No. 290 in the amount of $72,826.92 for Drainage Improvements. Paved: Yes, Western Road is paved and 5 internal streets have been paved.
Budget & Management: A. Budget Appropriations: 1. 75426 CARES Act Relief Fund (1287): A. Ratification of application submitted for the CARES Act Relief Funds. B. Approval to accept CARES Act Relief Funds received for COVID-19 Pandemic. C. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from the U.S. Treasury relating to the CARES Act Relief Funds and appropriation of funds in the amount of $4,000,000.00 to fund expenditures related to COVID-19 Pandemic. 2. 75287 Flood Ctrl Wtr Extract 2018 (1100): Approval to undesignate funds in 2020 for expenditures related to the Flood Control Water Extract 2018 (115-092) in the amount of $68,490.11 and appropriation of the same. 3. 75299 TXDOT-PCT2 ELDORA(JACKSON-I RD) (1315): Approval of 2020 certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from TXDOT for the Thomas Rd Project (CSJ#0921-02-302) in the amount of $39,039.38 and appropriation of the same into the Pct 2 Eldora Rd Project to fund anticipated ROW expenditures. 4. 75343 CO2014 Jail Renovations (1345): Approval of 2020 unappropriation of funds from Fund 1345 in the amount of $5,041.84 due to JE correction posted by the Auditor's Office. 5. 75335 Pct. R&B (1200): Approval of 2020 appropriation of funds from the R&B unassigned fund balance for Pct 1 Road and Bridge various programs in the amount of $475,427.71 to fund operating and project expenditures. 6. 75357 Pct 2 Rd Maint (1200): Approval of 2020 appropriation of funds from the R&B unassigned fund balance for Pct 2 Rd Maint in the amount of $1,215,420.11 to fund operating and project expenditures. 7. 75364 Pct 4 Various R&B Programs (1200): Approval of 2020 appropriation of funds from the R&B unassigned fund balance for Pct 4 R&B Programs (036, 169, 007) in the amount of $1,235,000.00 to fund the drainage improvement and road project expenditures. 8. 75392 Domestic Relations Office (1100): Approval to unreserve from the General Fund Family Protection Fee restricted fund balance and appropriate into the Domestic Relations Office in the amount of $105,818.29 to fund personnel & operating expenses. B. 75375 TXDOT - Pct 4 FM1925 (1315): Authorization to submit the Economically Disadvantaged County (EDC) Program Application and Affidavit for the FM1925 (Wallace Rd – 10th St) Project, CSJ 1803-01-094, with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation. C. 75371 TXDOT-Pct 4 FM676(Taylor-FM2220) (1315): Approval of Advance Funding Agreement (AFA) between Hidalgo County and the Texas Department of Transportation for the FM676 Road Project from Taylor Road to FM2220 CSJ#1064-01-043 and approval of Order authorizing the County Judge to sign the AFA for said project. D. 75302 TXDOT Mile 6W (1315): Approval for the County Judge to sign TXDOT Oversight Level Special Approval Form Part A - LG Qualifications Statement for the Mile 6W Road Project, CSJ#0921-02-286. E. 75373 TXDOT-Pct 4 FM1925(Wallace-10th) (1315): Approval of Advance Funding Agreement (AFA) between Hidalgo County and the Texas Department of Transportation for the FM1925 Road Project from Wallace Road to 10th Street CSJ#1803-01-094 and approval of Order authorizing the County Judge to sign the AFA for said project.
Urban County: A. 75261 Requesting approval of the Amended Hidalgo County Urban County Program Citizen Participation Plan. B. 75294 1. Public Hearing regarding the FY 2020-2021 Hidalgo County Urban County Program’s Annual Action Plan for Program Year (33). 2. Requesting approval of and for submission of the FY 2020-2021 Hidalgo County Program’s Annual Action Plan for Program Year (33). 3. Authorization for County Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign any and all documents related to the FY 2020-2021 Hidalgo County Program’s Annual Action Plan for Program Year (33). C. 75300 The Urban County Program is requesting approval to reject bids received for the City of Granjeno Public Facilities Improvements Project. Bid No. 5019-30-0300-5000-3000-UCP-SR D. 75333 “Subject to Compliance with HB 1295” the Urban County Program is requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with H&R Lease Service, LLC the lowest responsible bidder in the amount of $242,460.00 utilizing UCP funds from Fiscal Years 29 & 31 (2016 & 2018) La Villa Water/Sewer Improvement Funds.
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. 75356 Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of 21,699.70 for the New Hidalgo County Surplus Facility for Geo Technical & Construction Material Testing Services (C-19-209-09-03) with Raba Kistner, Inc. 2. 75401 Presentation via zoom by a TCAP representative to report status of energy market and explain conditions that have impacted pricing (including COVID-19) to assist the members of the HCCC to determine and authorize a new target price including the term of said bridge contract including approval for the Executive Officer to accept and sign applicable documentation 3. 75355 A. Presentation of Hidalgo County's approved current pools of Architects and/or Engineers, Civil, Geo Tech & Construction Material Testing with inclusion of MEP providers for Hidalgo County Commissioners' Court nomination of at least three (3) firms from each pool for the purpose of following the selection protocol [nominate, select grading committee, present scoring grid to rank, authorize negotiation for eventual engagement] in connection to the CARES Act: Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Acts Funds and Other Funding Sources for the Construction of a New Laboratory and the placement of modular buildings to be leased and/or repaired/renovated on site of the Dept. of Health & Human Services Department property [frontage road in Edinburg, Texas]: Architect 1.____________________________________; 2.____________________________________; 3.____________________________________; Civil Engineering 1.____________________________________; 2.____________________________________; 3.____________________________________; Geo Tech & Construction Material Testing 1.____________________________________; 2.____________________________________; 3.____________________________________; B. Designation of "Committee" to Score and Evaluate the nominated firms for Architectural, Civil Engineers, Geo-Tech & Construction Material Testing which will include MEP services. 1.____________________________________; 2.____________________________________; 3.____________________________________; 4.____________________________________; 5.____________________________________; C. Nomination of at least three (3) firms of the approved current pool of Engineering Services with specialization of Mechanical Electrical, and Plumbing in relations to the CARES Act: Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Acts Funds with the anticipation of the purchase of generators for six (6) Health Department Clinics. 1. ___________________________________; 2. ___________________________________; 3. ___________________________________; D. Designation of "Committee" to Score and Evaluate the nominated firms for Engineering Services with specialization of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing. 1.___________________________________; 2.___________________________________; 3.___________________________________; 4.___________________________________; 5.___________________________________. E. Nomination of at least three (3) firms of the approved current pool of Engineering Services with specialization on Structural Engineer in relations to the CARES Act: Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Acts Funds with the anticipation to Remodel and Repair of Modular Building for the Health Department. 1.___________________________________; 2.___________________________________; 3.___________________________________. F. Designation of "Committee" to Score and Evaluate the nominated firms for Engineering Services with specialization on Structural Engineering. 1.____________________________________; 2.____________________________________; 3.____________________________________; 4.____________________________________; 5.____________________________________. B. Health & Human Services: 1. 75431 A. Requesting approval to accept proposal from Herrcon in the amount of $49,871.66 through our membership participation with Buyboard contract 581-19 for the Remodel and Repair of a county-owned Modular Building in connection with the installation of electrical/sewer utilities services for the Hidalgo County Health Department and subject to the complete review and verification of all line items and pricing prior to requisition and purchase order protocol and compliance with form 1295; B. Requesting approval to accept proposal from Herrcon in the amount of $70,208.43 through our membership participation with Buyboard contract 581-19 for the Remodel and Repair of a county owned Modular Building for the Hidalgo County Health Department and subject to complete review and verification of all line items and pricing prior to requisition and purchase order protocol and subject to compliance with form 1295. 2. 75352 A. Authority to purchase items and/or services, including but not limited to those identified/described in Exhibit A attached herein related to COVID-19 as permitted under the Cares Act Guidelines utilizing all procurement methods such as Federal, State, Local Awarded Contracts and/or through HC memberships with Cooperative Purchasing Programs and when statutorily necessary Sealed Competitive Procurement Methods with Advertising [if required] or through the Exemption from Competitive Bidding process approved by HCCC [04-21-20/R-AI#75166] through the Requisition and Purchase Order protocol and process including, but not limited to, the following; 1. Generators [6] natural gas preferred to include transfer switches and all other necessary and related accessories with the engagement of an MEP engineer to assist in assessment of needs of all clinics for the installation of the said generators [this item is part of another agenda item herein]; 2. Patient Health Information System - Technology Item; 3. Electronic Medical Records System - Technology Item; 4. Testing Kits and related supplies for COVID-19; 5. Upgrades to or replacement of equipment, systems, and building for the Hidalgo County Autopsy Facility; 6. Laboratory furniture, fixtures, equipment and related supplies and accessories; B. Approval to dedicate and assign all vacant property/land directly east of the site of the current HC Dept. Health & Human Services facility and the New Justice Center to be constructed for the purposes as sites for a new HCDH&HS state of the art Laboratory, leased modular buildings to house health dept. existing and new staff and to move and relocate [from Sullivan City] a county-owned 30X50 modular building [configured as a clinic] which will include needed renovations and repairs. 3. 75312 Authority to enter into an agreement with William Scotsman through HC membership in Educational Service Center, Region 4 Cooperative awarded vendor, Omnia Partners contract # R160101 with a projected cost of $111,215.00 [with a minimum term of 18 months] for the Lease of a Mobile Office Trailer for purpose of facilitating COVID-19 response measures, with authority for the County Judge and/or Executive Officer to execute the application. C. Sheriff's Office: 1. 75415 A. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, 263.152, discussion and approval to declare as "surplus" Law Enforcement Equipment as listed on Exhibit "A" B. Requesting authority to remove said personal property from the Hidalgo County Sheriff's inventory list. C. In accordance with Texas Government Code 791.001- 791.003 (2)(3) requesting approval of an interlocal cooperation agreement [ILA} between Hidalgo County and the City of Alton for the mutual benefit and assistance in connection with surplus law enforcement equipment and accessories subject to legal approval and review. D. Executive Office: 1. 75409 Acceptance of proposal submitted by RL Abatement, Inc. for project no. 2020-197 awarded vendor (through county's participation with TIPS contract No. 200201) for Asbestos Removal and Disposal subject to line items and price verification. E. Pct. 1 1. 75259 Requesting approval to purchase the following heavy equipment through the County's membership/participation with TASB-BuyBoard Cooperative under Contract #597-19 [expires 11/30/22]: Requisition# Vendor Model Amount 00413687 Doggett Heavy Machinery Services 2019 Dynapac CA2500PD (Padded Foot Roller) $124,500.00 00413798 Doggett Heavy Machinery Services 2020 John Deere (310SL Backhoe Loader) $ 90,000.00 F. Pct. 3 1. 75359 Pursuant to current HC EOEEP, requesting approval to purchase two (2) 2020 Peterbilt 348 Roll Off Trucks with accessories in the amount of $324,746.76, through the County's membership/participation with TASB-BuyBoard Cooperative Contract #601-19 [expires 11/30/22] awarded vendor Rush Truck Center. 2. 75313 Requesting approval of a Public Purpose Declaration pursuant to Article 3, Section 52(a) of the Texas Constitution, to purchase promotional items as detailed in Exhibit attached herein including, but not limited to, drawstring backpacks, notebooks, banners, plastic cups, pens, pencils, tent(s), recognition plaques, logo setup and printing costs, fees and freight fees [when/if applicable] will be utilized in Pct.'s participation, attendance or hosting public functions related to efforts in disseminating information of road conditions, closures, paving, drainage improvements, educational and health awareness, public safety services and programs affecting the community when participating, attending or hosting public functions to include, but not limited to speaking events, presentations, meetings, ceremonies, and school career days. 3. 75304 Requesting approval for Hidalgo County Auditor to process and issue check(s) in the amount of $1,725.00 prior to services being rendered pursuant to Architectural Barriers Administrative Rules 68.80(g) to Mr. Anthony Covacevich - Registered Accessibility Specialist - designated by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation in order to permit the processing of: the project Filing Plan Review and Inspection for the "Mile 3 North Project" for compliance with ABA rule 68.50(a)(c). G. Pct. 4 1. 75306 A. Approval of an Amendment [as drafted by HC/DA Civil Section] to the current contract between HC Pct. #4 and SDI Engineering, LLC [Contract #19-276-10-22] in connection with the Linn/San Manuel Veterans Memorial Park Project; B. Approval to appoint the recommended Evaluation Committee members as listed below for Construction of Linn-San Manuel Veterans Park - Competitive Sealed Proposals received Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4. 1. Velinda Reyes - Precinct 4 2. Leticia Saenz - Precinct 4 3. Robert Estrada - ECISD 4. Other(s) 2. 75374 Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 (with an estimated cost of $9,909.00) as submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, to provide Environmental Services for "FM 1925 and North Alamo Road Project," through Contract# C-19-299-12-10. H. County Clerk: 1. 75369 Requesting approval to continue the preservation of Deed and Official Records volume 2481-2679 with TXMAS awarded vendor, Kofile Technologies,Inc., under contract # TXMAS-18-3602, in the amount of $501,480.00 through REQ# 00413936. I. IT Department: 1. 75416 Requesting approval to purchase Deep Discovery Inspector Software/Hardware Appliance through Netsync Network Solutions under TIPS Contract#18050101 in the amount of $81,056.20. J. Co. Wide 1. 75400 Approval to purchase eight (8) 2020 Mack GU533 Roll Off Truck through the County's membership/participation with Purchasing Cooperative of America under Contract# PCA 3-170-17 [Expires 5/2022]: Requisition# Vendor Model Amount 414256 Big D Tractor, LLC (8 - 2020 Mack GU533 (Roll-Off Trucks) $1,322,887.80 2. 75404 Co. Wide: Approval to purchase twenty (20) full matrix electronic message boards through HC's membership/participation with TASB-Buyboard Cooperative under (Contract# 534-17 Exp. 5/31/20). Requisition# Vendor Model/Part# Total Amount 414271 Buyers Barricades WTMMBA $337,020.00
24. Closed Session: Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, (Consultation with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development) to discuss the following: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Private consultation and advice of counsel concerning pending, potential and/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. C. 75348 Consultation with Legal Counsel regarding Legal Action due to emergency situation D. 75269 C-4230-16-G; Blanca Quintanilla and Glendy Hernandez v Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 3 E. 75324 Claim of Noe Gutierrez F. 75327 Claim of Mario Trevino 25. 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)