1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. 59836 A.) Discussion on Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 Drainage projects, maintenance and operations: 1.) Lucero Del Norte 2.) Schunior Drain/Tex Mex Drain 3.) Drainage Ditch, East of Jackson Rd. 6. 59839 Request acceptance and approval by the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Board of Directors of an "Order" authorizing the Purchase of certain personal property (as described in attachments herein) from Hidalgo County Precinct 3 for the agreed upon book value. 7. 59760 A. Request approval to create three temporary Student Engineering Assistant positions for the District's Engineering Department. Requirements for these slots are that they be Junior or Senior level Civil Engineering students and will work for a period of three months - June 1, through August 31, 2017 not to exceed 40 hours per week at the rate of $15 per hour. B. Request approval to exempt these three temporary positions and allow the General Manager and Dr. Jungseok Ho, Assistant Professor & Associate Chair, Department of Civil Engineering, UTRGV to select the candidates. C. Request Budget Amendment from the General Fund to fund the above mentioned positions in the amount of $29,000 for salaries and fringes. 8. 59845 A. Presentation of the sole firm responding to RFP No. HCDD1-17-017-04-26 "Title Company Services-(Pool)", Valley Land Title, Co., for the purpose of acceptance and "Ranking as Qualified" by the HCDD1 Board of Directors. B. Pursuant to the Boards approval, requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Services Contract with the sole qualified proposer, ________________________, for the provision of "Title Company Services On-Call (on as needed basis). 9. 59875 2013 Bond Series. Approval to issue manual payment on the following Payment Applications for Construction Projects once audit procedures are complete: A. Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $6,056.00 from M-5 Texas Enterprises, LLC related to Construction Project No. HCDD1-14-028-10-28 Drain Control Structures-Montecristo Lateral. PO#626178. Project Engineer: Tedsi Infrastructure Group. B. Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $27,900.00 from M-5 Texas Enterprises, LLC related to Construction Project No. HCDD1-14-028-10-28 Drain Control Structure-Weslaco North Lateral. PO#626177. Project Engineer: Tedsi Infrastructure Group. C. Application for Payment No. 4 Retainage Release in the amount of $29,375.00.00 from M-5 Texas Enterprises, LLC related to Construction Project No. HCDD1-14-028-10-28 Drain Control Structure-Weslaco North Lateral. PO#626177. Project Engineer: Tedsi Infrastructure Group. 10. 59817 2013 Bond Series - Precinct #1 Rural Drainage Development A. Approval of invoice # R-026649 in the amount of $1,343.93 to Raba Kistner Consultants, Inc. for Construction Material Testing On Call Services related to Precincts #1 El Obispado Subdivision Drainage Improvements. P.O. 631641. B. Approval of Invoice # 517112810 in the amount of $4,350 to Urban Infrastructure Group, Inc. for Engineering Service pertaining to Precinct #1 Rural Drainage Development, Mile 13.5 and FM 1015 Drainage Improvements, P.O. 630635. 11. 59815 2013 Bond Series; Precinct #3 Rural Drainage Development A. Approval of invoice # 11326277 in the amount of $1,190 to L & G Engineers Inc. for Work Authorization #6A on the La Joya Watershed for work relating to Right of Way Acquisitions. P.O. 627201. B. Approval of invoice #11326276 in the amount of $1,000 to L & G Engineers Inc. for Work Authorization #5 on the La Joya Watershed Improvement Project, for work relating closing service fees. P.O. 625396. 12. 59776 A. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 45 as it relates to the J-09 Ditch Project and authority of the Chairman of the Board to execute documents subject to final legal review. B. Pursuant to the Boards approval of Agenda Item No. 59776 (A), requesting approval to issue manual payment in the amount of $97,354.00 to Valley Land Title Co. Order File No. 144811 Parcel 45. 13. 59775 A. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 44 as it relates to the J-09 Ditch Project and authority of the Chairman of the Board to execute documents subject to final legal review. B. Pursuant to the Boards approval of Agenda Item No. 59775 (A), requesting approval to issue manual payment in the amount of $97,536.03 to Valley Land Title Co. Order File No. 144808 Parcel 44. 14. 59773 Request approval to amend closing document amount for Parcel 27E as it relates to La Joya Bypass Outfall Ditch. The correction will include closing costs in the amount of $804.00 not reflected on Agenda Item 59209 approved by Board on 04-05-2017. The revised total is $91,469.63 15. 59772 Requesting Approval of Right of Entry request from R.O.W. Surveying and authorization for Drainage District General Manager to execute as it relates to Shary Rd Property ID No. 458365 16. 59708 A. Requesting approval to accept bids and approval to execute a Construction Contract to lowest bidder meeting all specified requirements, Mor-Wil, LLC, for RFB No. HCDD1-17-022-04-26 "SCHUNIOR DRAIN DITCH IMPROVEMENTS -FM 1423 (VAL VERDE ROAD) CROSSING, IRRIGATION CROSSING, & DILLION CROSSING", in the total bid amount of $310,393.00 for Base Bid and Alternates 1 & 2, as recommended by Noe Saldivar, P. E., HCDD1 project engineer, subject to compliance with HB1295 B. Pursuant to TXLGC 262.031 and in the interest of expediting a project's progress, requesting authority/approval for Drainage District General Manager, Raul E. Sesin, P.E., CFM, to execute change orders that involve ...'an increase or decrease in cost of $50,000.00 or LESS and in no event to exceed the Change Order's statutory limits...'. The original contract price may not be decreased by 18 % or more without the consent of the contractor". 17. 59722 2013 BOND SERIES Requesting approval of following Work Authorizations related to the agreement with L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for the provision of On Call CMT Services Pct. #2, Pct. #3, Pct. #4 & HCDD1 Master Drainage System, in the amounts listed, subject to compliance with HB1295. Work Authorization No. Project Description Amount 1) WA# 6 Minnesota & Cesar Chavez Drainage Improvements Project $19,460.90 2) WA# 7 Mile 13.5 & FM 1015 Drainage Improvements Project $13,331.55 3) WA# 8 Lucero del Norte Subdivision Drainage Improvements Project $10,589.85 4) WA# 9 Schunior Drainage Improvements Project $8,050.58 5) WA#10 Plena Vista Subdivision Drainage Improvements Project $16,387.82 18. 59816 Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 4 to Agreement No. C-HCDD1-17-002-01-10; with Halff Associates in the amount of $18,639.50, as it relates to Geo-Tech Services for the design of New Administration Facility and Site Improvements project. 19. 59833 Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 4 to Agreement No. C-17-002-01-10, with Halff Associates in the amount of $18,639.50, as it relates to Geo-Tech services for HCDD1 New Administration Building and approval of Sub Consultant Millennium Engineers Group. 20. Closed Session: Board of Directors may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation C. 59724 CCD-0343-H; State of Texas v D&S Bell Enterprises, Ltd.,et al 21. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation C. 59725 CCD-0343-H; State of Texas v D&S Bell Enterprises, Ltd.,et al 22. Closed Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 23. Open Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 24. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
1. 59882 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. 59895 Presentation of Fund Information Report 3. 2017 Intradepartmental transfers: A. 59834 2017 - County Clerk (1100) B. 59855 2017 - Constable Pct 1 (1100) C. 59814 2017 - CW Mech Shop (1200) D. 59798 2017 - Pct. 2 Rd Maint (1200) E. 59825 2017 - Sheriff's Office OPSG (1284) F. 59831 2017 - Elections Dept (1100) G. 59818 2017 - CCL #2 (1100) H. 59789 2017 - Justice Crt Tech (1242) I. 59801 2017 - Elections Dept (1100) J. 59802 2017 - Human Resources (1100) K. 59781 2017 - Constable Precinct 4 (1100) L. 59657 2017 - District Attorney/CCP59 (1223) M. 59659 2017 - DA's Office / Civil Litigation (1100) N. 59693 2017 - D.A. State Supplement (1281) O. 59832 2017 - PCT 1 ADMN (1200) P. 59701 2017 - Pct #1 Parks (1100) Q. 59769 2017 - PCT 1 CRC (1100) R. 59720 2017 - Pct #1 R&B (1200) S. 59656 2017 - Facilities Management (1100) T. 59668 2017 - Elections Dept (1100) U. 59696 2017 - WIC ADM (1292) V. 59689 2017 - IT Countywide (1100) W. 59721 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Health Adm (1100) X. 59665 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / TB PREV & CNTRL (1293) Y. 59811 2017 - CPS-HAZARDS (1293) Z. 59807 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / ELC (1293) AA. 59660 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. - TB Control (1293) BB. 59673 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / CPS-HAZARDS (1293) CC. 59731 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / H.D. Adm (1293) DD. 59733 2017 - Purchasing Dept. (1100) EE. 59734 2017 - Constable Pct 1 (1100) FF. 59747 2017 - County Auditor's Office (1100) GG. 59738 2017 - JP 4,2 (1100) HH. 59762 2017 - Tax Office (1100) II. 59806 2017 - Tax Office (1246) JJ. 59655 2017 - Pct 4 Rd Maint (1200) KK. 59861 2017 - Pct 4 Sanitation (1100) LL. 59843 2017 - Pct. 4 Sanitation (1100) MM. 59745 2017 - Pct 4 Adm (1200) 4. 2017 Interdepartmental transfers: A. 59862 Facilities Mgmt (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contigency to Facilities Mgmt in the amount of $11,720.61 to fund various operating expenditures. B. 59765 Pct. #1: Requesting approval of interdepartmental transfer from program (222) to program (214), fund 1350 in the amount of $ 9,238.34 C. 59800 Pct 2 Administration (1200): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Road Maintenance to Pct 2 Administration in the amount of $10,000.00 to fund operating expenditures. D. 59732 Pct 3 (1350): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct Fund 1350 (program 100) to Fund 1350 (program TBD) in the amount $750,000.00. E. 59841 Pct. 4 (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct. 4 Parks (prgm 009) into Pct. 4 Sanitation (prgm 001) and Pct. 4 Emergency Srv Linn-SM (prgm 187) in the total amount of $4,758.52. F. 59864 Pct.4 (1200): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from CW Adm Fund 1200 (program 030) to Pct 4 Fund 1200 (program 007) in the total amount of $58,831.00 5. Planning Department: A. 59790 1. Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b) 2. Certificate of Water Service Availability under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.029 (c) (2) B. 59649 1. Reimbursements of Financial Guarantee. a. D. Flores Subdivision- Pct.1 (Desiderio Flores) (FM 491 & Mile 14 North Road) Reimbursement request: $1,500.00 for installation of 1 OSSF b. Los Novillos Subdivision- Pct.4 (Jose M. Guerra) (FM 3250 & Rio Grande Floral Road) Reimbursement request: $2,000.00 for installation of 2 OSSF c. Oakhill Ranch PH. 2 Subdivision- Pct.1 (Jack McClelland) (FM 88 & Mile 20 North Road) Reimbursement request: $4,000.00 for installation of 4 OSSF d. Vaquero Estates Ph. 3 Subdivision- Pct.1 (Norberto Salinas) (FM 88 & Mile 11 North Road) Reimbursement request: $3,000.00 for installation of 2 OSSF 6. Executive Office: A. 59678 Approval of Right of Way Permits: 1). North Alamo Water Supply Corporation: a). San Martin Subdivision #3; Donna; Proposing to bore a 16" PVC casing for a 8" waterline, from the centerline of Canton Road go North 110 feet. Will bore Dillon Road from East to West. b). Alberta Road; Edinburg; Proposing to extend a waterline a 4" waterline, from the centerline of Ramos Lane go West 700 feet. Will extend a waterline along the south side of Alberta road 5 foot alignment. c). Castro Olguin Subdivision; Mercedes; Proposing to bore a 2" PVC casing for a 6" waterline, from the centerline of Business 83 go North 1,450 feet. Will bore Valley View Road from East to West. d). Del Rey Estates Unit 2 Subdivision; Edinburg; Proposing to bore a 16" PVC casing for a 8" waterline, from the centerline of Alamo road go West 1040 feet. Will bore Canton Road from North to South. e). Proposing to bore a 16" PVC casing for a 8" waterline, from the centerline of Alamo road go West 600 feet. Will bore Canton road from North to South. f). Proposing to bore a 16" PVC casing for a 8" waterline, from the centerline of Alamo road go West 110 feet. Will bore Canton Road from North to South. g). Tristan Subdivision; Donna; Proposing to bore a 2" waterline, from the centerline of Business 83 go South 3,000 feet. Will bore Valley View Road from East to West. B. 59782 Approval of 457 plan hardship withdrawal request for employee #037028 7. Tax Refunds: A. 59661 Account Number Payer Amount B2945.00.000.0001.00 Magic Valley Concrete $4,333.62 D7462.01.000.0001.00 Garza Development Company LTD $6,500.45 M1950.00.030.0002.00 1201 Business Center LTD $5,175.34 U2080.99.000.0001.26 Jones & Jones $7,699.21 W1221.00.100.0100.00 Water Tower Centre Owners Association Inc $4,332.66 W3800.99.000.0000.34 Northland Capital Financial Services LLC $2,508.28 B. 59670 Account Number Payer Amount T2420.00.000.0001.00 JP Morgan Chase & Co Real Estate $2,878.25 C. 59671 Account Number Payer Amount L1066.00.000.0008.00 DBA La Reyna Bakery and Grocery #1 $2,971.51 M0950.01.001.0003.03 Tenant Services, LLC $5,932.43 D. 59672 Account Number Payer Amount F7855.99.000.0001.01 Tejas Equipment Rentals $6,408.08 G2600.00.000.004A.05 Inter National Bank $9,956.98 I4040.99.000.000A.10 Ryan Tax Compliance Services LLC $9,108.61 L2620.00.000.0001.00 E & R Construction $3,886.58 M1570.00.000.0001.00 MG Kamel Properties LTD $5,842.09 M1921.00.000.0003.00 Marbel $2,574.88 M2650.00.009.0006.00 Mae Properties, LLC $12,058.92 T3075.02.000.0010.00 McColl Capital LLC $9,353.98 E. 59558 Account Number Payer Amount A2250.00.000.0001.00 G.A. Produce LLC $2,804.99 C0555.00.000.0001.00 Heritage Village $21,605.01 D7600.02.010.0001.05 Heathrow Investments LLC $5,588.20 I8040.00.000.000A.00 Rio Grande R V Park Inc $4,797.92 K2400.00.000.0057.02 El Cofre Del Tesoro LLC $4,387.82 K2400.00.000.0378.00 Inter National Bank $11,464.21 K3353.99.000.0013.04 San Jose Warehouse LLC $6,341.89 L1300.00.000.0141.14 Arturo & Rebecca Martinez $3,961.23 M0619.00.000.0002.00 J & R Valley Oilfield Services Inc $3,090.41 M0619.00.000.0014.00 Texas National Bank $5,899.57 M5258.00.000.0025.00 Greg & Jean Read $3,954.59 O6510.00.000.0032.00 Carlos Canales $3,535.53 P5324.01.000.0001.00 Lone Star National Bank $14,263.15 S2950.00.000.0517.20 San Jacinto Title Services of Texas, LLC $3,194.61 W5300.99.000.0013.37 Lifechek Denison LLC $5,433.37 8. Membership Dues/Certifications: A. 59770 Public Defenders: Requesting approval to pay The State Bar of Texas 2017-2018 Membership Dues (Requisition #342302) in the total amount of $1,478.00, with the authority of the County Treasurer to issue check after the review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor. B. 59674 District Attorney (1100): Requesting approval to pay 2017 membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA) for the following District Attorney's Office employees: Marcela Renee Saenz & Obdett Calzada, in the total amount of $110.00 (Requisition #341783), with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by County Auditor. C. 59648 Elections Dept. (1100): Requesting approval to pay the 2017 Elections Center Blue Membership dues in the total amount of $200.00 for Yvonne Ramon, with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor. 9. Headstart: A. 59572 Approval of Monthly Children's Applications Report for Program Year 2017-2018 B. 59571 Approval of Monthly Financial Report C. 59574 Approval of Monthly Special Services Report D. 59573 Approval of Monthly Texas Department of Agriculture Meals/Snacks Report 10. Urban County: A. 59690 Requesting approval of one (1) applicant in the City of Edcouch, one (1) applicant in the City of Donna and one (1) applicant in the City of San Juan under the Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program. 11. Budget & Management: A. 59586 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $996,784.95 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 04/20/17 to 05/03/17. 04/20-26/17 $532,666.70 04/27-28/17 $ 51,997.11 05/01-03/17 $412,121.14 TOTAL $996,784.95 2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid. B. 59588 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, 2017 in the amount of $55,571.85 and requesting approval of wire transfer. C. 59680 Report and approval of emergency transfers for the period of April 3, 2017 through April 28, 2017. D. Interfund transfers: 1. 59871 TxDOT Pct 2 Dicker Rd (23rd St - Jackson Rd) Prj (1315): Approval of 2017 interfund transfer from Pct 2 Rd Maint (Fund 1200) to TxDOT Pct 2 Dicker Rd (23rd St-Jackson Rd) Prj in the amount of $51,532.28 to fund project expenditures. 2. 59853 TxDOT Pct 2 Dicker Rd (23rd St-Jackson Rd) Prj (1315): Approval of 2017 interfund transfer from Various CO2014- Pct 2 Projects (Fund 1345) to TxDOT Pct 2 Dicker Rd (23rd St-Jackson Rd) Prj in the amount of $85,530.68 to fund project expenditures. 3. 59860 Pct. 4 (1100): Approval of 2017 interfund transfer from Pct 4 Rd Maintenance, program 007 (1200), to Pct 4 CRC Sunflower, program 186 and Pct 4 Parks, program 009 (1100), in the total amount of $24,641.88. 4. 59842 Pct 4 Emerg Svs Linn-SM (1301): Approval of 2017 interfund transfer from Pct 4 Rd Maint (1200) to Pct 4 Emergency Srv Linn-SM (1301) in the total amount of $4,333.10 12. Purchasing Dept - Notes: A. FOR ANY CONTRACTS(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE. B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S). A. 59838 County Court at Law #1: Approval to enter into a 36 month capital lease with Ricoh, awarded [through HC membership/participation with Tx. Dept. of Information Resources, aka] DIR's Contract #TSO-3041 with all supporting documentation attached/contained herein. B. 59513 1. Requesting approval to reject all bids received for RFB No.: 2017-042-03-15-SGS titled: Hidalgo County-"Type D Hot Mix Asphalt for "Gravel" (Only) and re-bid this product, with modifications to Specifications pursuant to TxDOT formula/guidelines for composition of the Gravel. 2. Acceptance and approval of modified specifications [as reviewed by all Pct. staff for concurrence] for Type D Hot Mix Asphalt (Gravel Only) with authority to advertise with the proposed timeline detailed in BACKGROUND herein. C. 59561 Approval to exercise the County's option to extend for the final one (1) year term under contract #C-15-032-05-05 with Enterprise Holding, Inc. for Lease/Rental of Vehicles for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms & conditions. D. 59746 Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #11326289 in the amount of $79,021.62 submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers Inc., for engineering services provided under Contract C-15-300-09-01(WA#1), for Pct 2 Cesar Chavez Road Project. E. 59748 Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #11326264 in the amount of $5,614.55 submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers Inc., for engineering services provided under Contract C-16-171-04-12 (WA#1), for Pct 2 Dicker Road project. F. 59749 Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #11326263 in the amount of $38,326.52 as submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers Inc., for engineering services provided under Contract C-15-336-09-29(WA#1), for Pct 2 Eldora Road project. G. 59750 Pct. 2: Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #11326270 in the amount of $9,980.30 submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers Inc., for engineering services provided under Contract C-16-218-05-25 through (WA#1), for Pct 2 Rancho Blanco Road Extension project. H. 59751 Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #11326281 in the amount of $5,993.55 submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers Inc., for engineering services provided under Contract C-16-131-03-07 (WA#1), for Pct 2 CRC Youth Facility Project. I. 59752 Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #11326280 in the amount of $24,682.41 submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers Inc., for engineering services provided under Contract C-15-097-03-17(WA#4), for Pct 2 Nolana Loop project. J. 59755 Pct 2: Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #64-3 in the amount of $9,618.00 submitted by project engineer, Cruz-Hogan Consultants Inc., for engineering services provided under Contract C-15-424-01-19 (WA#1), for Pct 2 Plena Vista Subdivision Road and Drainage Improvements project. K. 59756 Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #20012 in the amount of $798.98 submitted by project engineer, B2Z Engineering LLC, for engineering services provided under Contract C-16-326-08-23 (WA#1), for Pct 2 Palmer Pavilion Renovation Project. L. 59758 Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #20010 in the amount of $2,157.41 submitted by project engineer, B2Z Engineering LLC, for engineering services provided under Contract C-16-326-08-23 (WA#2), for Pct 2 Community Resource Center (CRC) Youth Facility Project. M. 59759 Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #20011 in the amount of $27,088.28 submitted by B2Z Engineering LLC, for GIS mapping services under Contract C-16-326-08-23 (WA#3), for Pct 2. N. 59813 Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #11326279 in the amount of $98,313.07 submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers Inc., for engineering services provided under Contract C-17-088-04-05 through (WA#1), for Pct 2 Nolana Loop Segment 1 project. O. 59828 Approval of Payment of Invoice# 1085 in the amount of $6,738.78 as submitted by Jimenez Engineering Solutions dba I.C.E. for the provision of professional engineering services in connection to Contract#C-16-257-09-13 PO#752503 amid Work Auth. No. 1. P. 59837 Requesting acceptance and approval of the following invoices in connection with various Pct. #4 projects for invoice processing and payments as submitted by: 1. Millennium Engineers Group, Inc.: Alberta Drain Project - $1,641.75 - Invoice #619214-0517/P.O. 747439; 2. L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc.: Mile 5 Project - $9,000.00 - Invoice #11326257/P.O. 740893; 3. L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc.: FM 2220 Project - $3,000.00 - Invoice #11326272/P.O. 736559; 4. L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc.: FM 1925 & N. Alamo Extension Project - $4,440.54 - Invoice #11326255/P.O. 684964; 5. L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc.: 10st Extension Project - $37,716.00 - Invoice#11326278/P.O. 700265; 6. L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc.: FM1925 Project - $55,310.00 - Invoice#11326262/P.O. 739761; 7. Rigney Construction & Development, LLC.: "M" Rd. Building Project - $19,011.16 - Application No. 2/P.O. 752997; 8. Mata-Garcia Architects, LLP.: San Carlos Community Resource Center Project - $2,211.50 - Invoice #3291-17/P.O. 700944. Q. 59854 Requesting acceptance and approval of the following invoice submitted by Mata Garcia Architects, LLP.: Linn San Manuel Emergency Services Building Project - $2,211.50 - Inv# 3290-17(18)/P.O. 701993. R. 59810 Approval of Payment Application No. 1 in the amount of $69,688.22 submitted by ASAGO LLC, dba ASAGO Construction, awarded contractor for Precinct 1's "FEMA Road Drainage Improvements-Mile 8 North Road” as certified for payment by project engineer LeFevre Engineering & Management , C-16-361-11-01. S. 59812 Approval of Payment Application No. 1 in the amount of $55,717.49 submitted by IOC Company LLC., awarded contractor for Precinct 1's "Indian Hills” as certified for payment by project engineer TEDSI Infrastructure Group, C16-399-12-13. T. 59792 Approval of the following with Texas Cordia Construction, LLC contracted vendor for "Paving & Drainage Improvements - "Mile 11 North (FM1015 to Mile 1 West)" for Precinct No. 1 as submitted through project engineer Sames, Inc. [C-16-279-09-06] 1. Ratification of Change Order No. 2 as recommended by Sames Inc. Oziel Bautista with a cost increase of $16,454.50 with increase of fifteen (15) calendar/working days and subject to compliance with HB 1295 if and when applicable. 2. Approve a request for payment - Application 6 in the amount of $15,631.77. U. 59666 Executive Office - New Courthouse Project: Acceptance and approval of the following invoice in connection with drainage improvements @ SH 107 & Bus 281 with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor: Vendor Invoice Date Invoice# Amount PO# L&G Engineering, Inc. 4/30/17 11326274 $32,350.00 750481 V. 59664 Executive Office - Traffic Engineering: Acceptance and approval of the following invoice for representation at HCMPO Policy Meetings & HCMPO Technical Meetings with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor: Vendor Invoice Date Invoice # Amount PO # L&G Engineering, Inc. 4/30/17 11326271 $7,681.76 733569 W. 59529 Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications/requirements, legal notice, draft requirements etc.) as attached hereto for: Hidalgo County “Welding Supplies and Other Related Miscellaneous Items" RFB-2017-065-06-07-TDL” including the re-advertisement of project in the event No Bids, or, Responses are rejected and project is still required. X. 59541 Requesting authority to advertise [including he re-advertising of project in the event no Bids are received and/or are rejected and project is still required] with approval of RFB procurement packet (i.e., specifications/requirements, legal notice, draft contract, etc.,) as attached hereto for: RFB 2017-059-06-07-YZV-Off-Premises Record Storage, Pick-up, Retrieval, Delivery & Shredding Services. Y. 59675 Acceptance and approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) submitted by contracted/project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers Inc. for: 1. Invoice No. 11326249 La Homa ROW WA #1 - $3,240.00 2. Invoice No. 11326251 Mile 2 WA #1 - $1,440.00 3. Invoice No. 11326253 Mile 2 N. Roadway Reconstruction - $3,456.59 4. Invoice No. 11326254 South Detention Basin Project - $21,000.00 5. Invoice No. 11326260 Veterans Blvd. Project WA #1 - $10,825.61 6. Invoice No. 11326265 Liberty Road Project WA #3 - $106,751.88 7. Invoice No. 11326267 FM 494 Shary Rd. WA #2 - $28,800.00 8. Invoice No. 11326275 Mile 3 Phase III WA#3 - $64,520.00 Z. 59598 Approval to exercise the County's option to extend a six (6) month grace period contract #C-16-285-11-01 with Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions, Inc. for CRS-2 (Cationic Rapid Setting) Emulsified Asphalt for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms & conditions subject to compliance with HB1295 & HB23 if and when applicable. AA. 59662 Acceptance and approval to exercise the County's option to extend the Second (2nd) [of three (3) one (1) year renewal options] under the same rates, terms and conditions for "Arbitrage Calculations Services" with Arbitrage Compliance Specialists, Inc. BB. 59692 398th State District Court requests approval to enter into a 48-month capital lease with Xerox, awarded [through HC membership/participation with Tx Dept. of Information Resources, aka] DIR Contract #TSO-3043 with all supporting documentation attached/contained herein. CC. 59695 Requesting approval of payment of invoice submitted by Hidalgo County Urban Program for Cancelation of Brewster Park Project-in the amount of $690.00 as detailed in supporting documentation attached. DD. 59709 Precinct 1: Requesting approval of payment to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for an Air Emissions Fee, in the amount of $74.22, which include payments from October 31, 2016 through April 13, 2017. EE. 59715 Approval to Add &/or Delete Fuel Cards/Users including, but not limited to the following: 1. Facilities Management - Fuel Card User 2. Planning Department - Fuel Card User 3. Hidalgo County Tax Office- Fuel Card Users 4. Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office - Delete Fuel Card/User 5. Hidalgo County Adult Probation - Fuel Card User 6. Hidalgo County Health and Human Services - Fuel Card FF. 59718 Acceptance and approval to exercise the County's option to extend the final one (1) year renewal option under the same rates, terms and conditions for "Real Estate Broker Services" with CBRE, Inc. GG. 59686 Approval of Payment Application No. 5 in the amount of $220,393.29 submitted by L&G Construction, awarded contractor for Precinct 3 "South Detention Basin " project as certified for payment by project Engineer, L&G Engineer. C-16-161-08-09. S. 59730 1. Hidalgo County Extension Service is requesting to surplus [for the purpose of destruction] a homemade trailer as the items has since been considered obsolete/worn and is of no use to the department and poses a potential safety hazard: Asset Tag No. 01740 with Description: 1955 Homemade Trailer (2 Wheel) 2. Action to remove said fixed asset from county inventory
Approval to exercise the County's option to extend for the final one (1) year term under contract #C-15-032-05-05 with Enterprise Holding, Inc. for Lease/Rental of Vehicles for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms & conditions.
A. 59878 Approval of Proclamation to proclaim May 2017 as “Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month” in Hidalgo County. B. 59606 Consideration and approval of a Proclamation declaring May 2017 as Elder Abuse Awareness Month. C. 59797 Discussion and approval of the Addendum to the Tax Abatement Agreement between Hidalgo County and South Texas Electric Cooperative, Inc. effective December 22, 2015 granting an 80% tax abatement in accordance with the agreement and the tax abatement guidelines.
Constables: A. 59787 Constable Pct. 2: Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Jose Jaime Leos as Reserve Deputy Constable by Martin N. Cantu, Constable Pct. 2 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012. B. 59796 Constable Pct. 3 - OPSG (1284) 1. Authorization to accept the Approval Notice in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY 2016 for the amount of $80,000.00. 2. Authorization and approval for County Judge, as authorized official, to electronically accept grant award form and related documents. 3. Authorization to pay Overtime reimburseable under the grant terms and conditions. 4. Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY 2016 Operation Stonegarden Grant in the amount of $80,000.00. 5. Approval to appropriate the budget for Constable Pct. 3 portion of the FY 2016 Operation Stonegarden Grant in the amount of $80,000.00. C. 59676 Constable Precinct 4 (1284): 1. Authorization to accept the Approval Notice in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY2016 for the amount of $75,000.00. 2. Authorization and approval for County Judge, as authorized official, to electronically accept grant award form and related documents. 3. Authorization to pay Overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions. 4. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY2016 Operation Stonegarden Grant in the amount of $75,000.00. 5. Approval to appropriate the budget for Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 4 portion of the FY2016 Operation Stonegarden Grant in the amount of $75,000.00.
Tax Office - Paul Villarreal: A. 59535 Discussion, consideration, and approval to execute an inter-local agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Donna for implementation of scofflaw procedures and processes for vehicle registration denial services. B. 59706 Discussion, consideration, and approval to execute an inter-local agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Palmhurst for implementation of scofflaw procedures and processes for vehicle registration denial services.
Sheriff's Office: A. 59716 1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor. 2. Approval of appropriation of funds in the Jail Commissary account for the amount of $37,175.00. B. 59700 Approval to declare surplus and remove from County Inventory list, County Asset #56978, K9 "Herby", a Male Dutch Shepard, due to his death from cardiac arrest.
Executive Office: A. Presentation for discussion, consideration and action (if necessary) including, but not limited to 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. 59852 Approval to proceed with the implementation of the Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Plan (Grade and Step Pay Plan) to include all County Departments and Offices as follows: 1) Approval of the revised Classification Position List 2) Approval of the Classification Pay Plan Table for the year 2017. 3) Approval to classify all county positions in accordance with items 1 & 2. C. 59868 1. Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint/re-appoint member(s) to the Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council (LRGVDC) Board of Directors. 2. Discussion, consideration, and approval of inter-local agreement with the Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council for the “Road to Recycling Project”, a region-wide scrap tire abatement initiative. D. 59863 Request from Edcouch-Elsa Rotary Club for permission to utilize the Delta Lake Park for the Delta Lake Summer Kick-Off Festival to be held on May 20th from 8am-5pm. E. 59794 Requesting approval for the County Treasurer's Office to issue payment for reimbursement of subscription and support fees in the amount of $390.00 to Raul Silguero, Jr. after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. F. 59783 Acceptance of settlement check in the amount of $1,000.00 in connection with Hidalgo County v. Tomasa Keith and Michael Martinez
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Executive Office: A. Presentation for discussion, consideration and action (if necessary) including, but not limited to 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. 59852 Approval to proceed with the implementation of the Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Plan (Grade and Step Pay Plan) to include all County Departments and Offices as follows: 1) Approval of the revised Classification Position List 2) Approval of the Classification Pay Plan Table for the year 2017. 3) Approval to classify all county positions in accordance with items 1 & 2. C. 59868 1. Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint/re-appoint member(s) to the Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council (LRGVDC) Board of Directors. 2. Discussion, consideration, and approval of inter-local agreement with the Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council for the “Road to Recycling Project”, a region-wide scrap tire abatement initiative. D. 59863 Request from Edcouch-Elsa Rotary Club for permission to utilize the Delta Lake Park for the Delta Lake Summer Kick-Off Festival to be held on May 20th from 8am-5pm. E. 59794 Requesting approval for the County Treasurer's Office to issue payment for reimbursement of subscription and support fees in the amount of $390.00 to Raul Silguero, Jr. after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. F. 59783 Acceptance of settlement check in the amount of $1,000.00 in connection with Hidalgo County v. Tomasa Keith and Michael Martinez
Human Resources: A. 59858 Jail Commissary (2102): Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following personnel actions, effective 5/29/2017: Action Slot No. Dept./ Program Position Title Current/ Proposed Budgeted Salary Delete 0007 280-015 Clerk III $26,958.00 Create 0018 280-015 Detention Officer Step I $32,305.00 B. 59821 DA's Office - Victim Assistance Program (VAP) Grant (1281): Discussion, consideration, and approval to create one (1) Regular Full-time Intake Clerk position, Slot No. G004 (Program 080-017-5 CJD-VAP), Budgeted salary of $27,000.00, effective next full pay period of 5/29/2017.
Urban County: A. 59694 1) Hold a Public Hearing to consider public comments for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4’s proposed program amendment for fiscal years 25, 26, 27, 28, & 29 (2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 & 2016 to delete Sunflower Park and Brewster Park from work plans and include JR Milo Ponce Park Improvements for each fiscal year. 2) Requesting approval of a program amendment for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 for fiscal years 25, 26, 27, 28 & 29. (2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 & 2016) to Delete Sunflower Park and Brewster Park, and include JR Milo Ponce Park Improvements to each respective funding year.
Health & Human Services Department: A. 59681 1. Requesting approval to rescind action taken on 03/22/2016 on AI-53763 that approved the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement Between The County of Hidalgo and Mission Independent School District. 2. Requesting consideration and approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement Between The County of Hidalgo and Mission Consolidated Independent School District. The purpose of the Agreement is Public Health Preparedness and Response. B. 59683 Requesting approval of the Master Internship Agreement between Texas A & M University and Hidalgo County. The purpose of the Agreement is to provide an on-site educational experience to students enrolled in Community Health. C. 59684 Discussion and update on the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley and Hidalgo County projects involving the Community Resource Centers. D. 59778 Requesting approval to submit grant renewal application for the TB Federal FY 18 program in the amount of $437,771.00 in grant funds and $87,554.00 in local match funds. The allocation period will run from 01/01/2018 through 12/31/2018. E. Health Care Funding District: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures F. Indigent Health Care Program: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures 2. 59582 A. Discussion and approval of the County Indigent Health Care Program - Level 2 Pilot Program for fiscal year 9/1/17 to 8/31/18. B. Discussion and approval of funding source for Level 2 Pilot Program. C. Discussion and approval of Budget Appropriation from the General Fund.
Head Start Program: A. 59576 Presentation of Nutrition Program Contest 2017 Winners B. 59577 Recruitment Report for Program Year 2017-2018 C. 59569 Discussion/Approval to Enter into a Memorandum of Understanding between Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District and Hidalgo County Head Start Program for the Implementation of the Integrated School Readiness Model (ISRM) to be conducted at Carmen Anaya Elementary School
Planning Department: A. 59658 Service Road Name Requesting approval to name road located approximately 1,200 feet south of Minnesota Rd and east of Veterans Blvd as Alessandra Service Road. B. 59857 1. Preliminary Approval with Variance Request a. Troy Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Elsa Pirkle, Owner) (Val Verde Road & Anderson Road) No. of Lots: 3 Single Family Flood Zone: C Drainage: Yes, by regarding Anderson Road side ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by City of Donna Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: Yes, Anderson Road. 2. Preliminary Approval a. Fernando Gonzalez Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Fernando Gonzalez, Owner) (Doffing Road & Mile 6 North Road) No. of Lots: 2 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Yes, reconstruction of North Doffing Road side ditch ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission Water: Yes, provided by Agua S.U.D. Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: Yes, Doffing Road. b. Ranchito Mio Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Hector Rodriguez, Owner) (Lucky “I” Street & Moorefield Road) No. of Lots: 2 Single Family Flood Zone: C Drainage: Yes, reconstruction of Lucky “I” Road side ditch ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission. Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: Yes, Lucky “I” Road. 3. Final Approval a. McCain Subdivision- Pct.4 (Roger & Sheila McCain, Owner) (Cessna Ave. & Trenton Road) No. of Lots: 1 Single Family Flood Zone: B Drainage: No Storm Drainage and Detention will be required. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: Yes, Skylark Avenue. b. Eduardo’s No. 16 Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Ingrid Izaguirre, Owner) (Trosper Road & Mile 3 North Road) No. of Lots: 18 Single Family Flood Zone: C Drainage: Yes, Storm Drainage Pipe System discharging into Linda Vista Drain Ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission. Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Mission Paved: Yes, Trosper Road and 2 internal streets. c. Huisache Acres No. 12 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Rick D. Harbison, Owner) (Val Verde Road & Canton Road) No. of Lots: 55 Single Family Flood Zone: C Drainage: Yes, Storm Drainage Pipe System and Detention by widening the existing Drain Ditch. ETJ: No, Rural Area Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: Yes, Canton Road, Val Verde Road and 3 internal streets. 4. Final Approval With Financial Guarantee a. Lantana Acres No. 8 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Richard W. Ruppert, Owner) (Mile 22 ½ North Road & Engelman Gardens Road) No. of Lots: 58 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Proposed Storm Drainage Pipe System and Detention by widening the existing Drain Ditch. (L.O.C.) ETJ: No, Rural Area Water: Provided by North Alamo Water Supply (L.O.C.) Sewer: 58 OSSF to be installed. (L.O.C.) Paved: Mile 22 ½ North Road and 3 internal streets are proposed to be paved. (L.O.C.) *Final Approval with a Letter of Credit in the amount of$894,405.56 to secure the Subdivision Construction Improvements.
WIC: A. 59826 Requesting approval for Ruby Garcia, a Texas WIC Dietetic Intern, to complete 24 hours of supervised practice at the Hidalgo County WIC Lactation Care center during the period of July 12-14, 2017.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores: A. 59851 TXDOT - Pct 3: Authorization to submit the Economically Disadvantaged County (EDC) Program Application and Affidavit for the Liberty Boulevard (US 83 to Mile 3 Line) Project, CSJ: 0921-02-194, with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation. B. 59847 1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the City of Mission and the County of Hidalgo to overlay certain roads which are or connecting link to the County road system. 2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement project to overlay certain roads which are or connecting link to the County roads system, such road more particularly described on Exhibit A attached to the ICA.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Palacios: A. 59830 Requesting approval of claim for the following, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. Invoice Date Invoice No. Description Amount Texas Commission On Environmental Quality 10/31/16 AEF0021056 Air Emissions Fee $109.04 12/10/16 SC00196305 Late Fee- Dec 2016 $5.45 01/10/17 SC00198603 Late Fee- Jan 2017 $5.45 02/10/17 SC00201599 Late Fee- Feb 2017 $0.43 03/03/17 AEF0021056 Collection Cost Recovery $27.26 03/10/17 SC00204330 Late Fee- Mar 2017 $0.43 04/10/17 SC00206389 Late Fee- Apr 2017 $0.43 TOTAL: $148.49
Budget & Management: A. 59780 2018 Budget Process: 1. Presentation of 2018 Budget Process Calendar. 2. Approval of 2018 Budget Development Criteria. B. 59779 Approval to submit request for funds (unclaimed capital credits) from Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts as authorized under Section 74.602 of the Texas Property Code, with authority for County Judge to sign the letter request. C. 59699 JAG (1282)/Auxiliary Court (1100): Ratification of effective date for the personnel action approved by CC on May 2nd, 2017, AI-59518, from 5/02/17 to 3/20/17. D. Budget Appropriations: 1. 59788 Pct. 3 R&B (1200): Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds into Pct. 3 R&B (123-107 & 123-120) in the amount of $191,141.40. 2. 59804 Special Vehicle Inventory Fund (1246): Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds for the Special Vehicle Inventory Fund (1246) in the amount of $102,377.67 to fund salaries, fringes, & operating expenses for calendar year 2017.
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. 59685 Requesting approval for Hidalgo County to exercise it's option to terminate [under provision #2] as stated in the current service agreement with Drone Dynamics, LLC by providing a Thirty (30) Day written notice of termination. 2. 59679 Ratification with acceptance and approval of the continuation of the "Retail Fuel Card Services-Contract #946-M3" with the Council on Competitive Government Cooperative [CCG] with and thru the State of Texas Comptroller's Office-Texas Procurement and Support Services [TPASS] with newly awarded vendor "U.S. Bank National Association" with ending date through April 30, 2019 with the option to extend three (3) additional one (1) year terms, thus allowing the County continuing the use of the retail fuel card services for emergency situations and/or travel outside the County. 3. 59723 A. Requesting approval to declare the items listed in Exhibit "A" (attached herein), office furniture, equipment, and vehicles as "Surplus" for the purpose of sale through online auction scheduled 06-07-2017 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code 263.152 (a)(1); AND, in the event "NO BIDS" received on either auction date; B. Requesting authority to publish advertisement for the auction of surplus scheduled for 6-07-2017 including but not limited to Seized, Abandoned and Unclaimed Property. B. Pct. 1 1. 59763 Acceptance and approval of Certificate of Substantial Completion for Texas Cordia Construction contracted vendor for Paving & Drainage Improvements to Mile 11 North from (FM 1015 to Mile 1 West) as submitted by project engineer SAM Engineering & Surveying under Contract #C-16-279-0-06. 2. 59766 A. Certificate of Substantial Completion as Submitted by ASAGO LLC for Paving & Drainage Improvements for Mile 2 1/2 East Road; B. Application for Payment No.5 (final) as submitted by ASAGO LLC in the amount of $8,712.00 for the provision of Paving & Drainage Improvements for Mile 2 1/2 East Road under contract C-16-363-11-01. 3. 59824 Requesting approval of the following for 2GS, LLC dba Earthworks Enterprise for FEMA Road & Drainage Improvements: Mile 11 North, Mile 13 ½ & Yvette Circle under Contract C-16-398-12-13: A. Requesting acceptance and approval of Certificate of Substantial Completion by 2GS, LLC, dba Earthworks Enterprise, as submitted and recommended by project engineer LeFevre Engineering & Management Consulting, LLC reflecting the date of May 10, 2017. B. Application for Payment No. 2 (Final) in the amount of $319,802.69. 4. 59840 A. Request and approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between The County of Hidalgo and Cameron County, concerning the reconstruction of Mile 3 East Road is to commence 362 feet north of I-2 for a duration of 1,253 feet. B. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the interlocal cooperation agreement project concerning 1,253 feet of the road is within the jurisdiction of Hidalgo and Cameron County where county boundaries are at the center of the road west belonging to Hidalgo County and East belonging to Cameron County for a total of 1,253 feet. 5. 59761 Acceptance and approval of Certificate of Substantial Completion for Texas Cordia Construction contracted vendor for Paving & Drainage Improvements to Mile 14 1/2 North between (Mile 4 - Mile 6) as submitted by project engineer SAM Engineering & Surveying under Contract (C-16-280-09-06). 6. 59849 A. Request and approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreements between the County of Hidalgo/Pct. #1 and the following Cities: 1. City of Alamo 2. City of Donna 3. City of Edcouch 4. City of Elsa 5. City of La Villa 6. City of Mercedes 7. City of Progresso 8. City of Progresso Lakes 9. City of Weslaco B. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the interlocal cooperation agreement in desires to assist each other in multiple projects to be defined by mutual agreement in which both the City and the County would benefit from the outcome of the work (the “Work”) by decreasing the cost of services and increasing the quality of life for both the citizens of the County and the City. 7. 59757 Pct.1: Acceptance and approval of Certificate of Substantial Completion for 2GS,LLC contracted vendor for Colonia Noreste Subdivision as submitted by project engineer, TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc. (C-16-260-07-19). 8. 59764 a. Acceptance and approval of a Professional Services Agreement # C-17-125-05-16 with Chanin Engineering, LLC for: [job specific] Project: “Sunset Facility Structural Analysis & Assessment” for Precinct No. 1; b. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 (estimated cost of $ 7,500.00) Chanin Engineering, LLC for: [job specific] Project: “Sunset Facility Structural Analysis & Assessment” for Precinct No. 1, in connection to agreement # C-17-125-05-16. C. Pct. 2 1. 59870 a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional service; b. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded and evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of professional engineering services providers for the Whalen Road Extension Project for Precinct No. 2; B2Z ENGINEERING JAVIER HINOJOSA ENGINEERING SOUTH TEXAS INFRASTRUCTURE EVALUATOR NO. 1 98 95 97 RANKING c.Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional services agreement with the No. 1 ranked firm of _______________________ for professional engineering services for the Whalen Road Extension Project for Pct 2. 2. 59846 Acceptance and approval to execute the final form of a Professional Engineering Agreement (subject to legal counsel's review) with L&G Consulting Engineers, for "On-Call Geo-technical, Construction Materials Testing, and Inspection Services for Road and Bridge, CIP, and other Projects in General," for Pct 2, and as approved for negotiations on CC 4/18/17 and subject to compliance with HB23 and HB1295 [if and when applicable]. 3. 59844 a. Acceptance and approval to execute the final form of a Professional Engineering Agreement (subject to legal counsel's review) with L&G Consulting Engineers, for "On-Call Services for Road & Bridge, CIP, and other Projects in General," for Pct 2, and as approved for negotiations on CC 4/18/17 and subject to compliance with HB23 and HB1295 [if and when applicable]; b. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 (with an estimated cost of $137,062.96) as submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, to provide compensable utility management and coordination of adjustments for the Pct 2 Dicker Road Project through Contract# C-17-137-05-16; c. Pursuant to contract with L&G Engineering (Article 12), a request for approval by engineer to permit the subcontracting of B2Z Engineering and ROW Surveying Services, Inc. in connection with C-17-137-05-16, Work Authorization No. 1 for the Pct 2 Dicker Road Project. D. Pct. 3 1. 59867 A. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, 263.151, discussion and approval to declare as "surplus" three [3] trench boxes and as further detailed in Exhibit "A" including to establish the sell price as stated in the "ORDER". B. Acceptance and approval by Hidalgo County Commissioners Court evidence by an "ORDER" authorizing the sale of certain personal property (as described in attachments herein) to Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 for the amount approved as stated in the "ORDER". C. Requesting authority to remove said assets listed on Exhibit "A" (attached hereto) from the Hidalgo County inventory list after finalizing the sale of equipment to Drainage District #1. E. Pct. 4 1. 59829 a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional services; b. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded & evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” in connection with professional engineering services required for: [Ground Water, Gas Monitoring and Groundwater Data Evaluation at Closed Landfill Site in Precinct 4] to remain in compliance with TCEQ. Firms MTME, LLC Cruz Hogan Consultants, Inc. Alfa Infrastructure Evaluator 97 95 93 Ranking c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional service contract with No. 1 ranked firm: __________________________ for the provisions of Engineering Services for: [Ground Water, Gas Monitoring and Groundwater Data Evaluation at Closed Landfill Site in Precinct 4] to remain in compliance with TCEQ. 2. 59856 Requesting approval of SA1 to WA 2, for the increased amount of ($ 58,831.00) amending Exhibit C-Work Schedule & Estimated Man-hour Breakdown) with change to estimated original cost under WA 2 from ($ 1,067,000.00) to ($ 1,125,831.00), as submitted by L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. d/b/a L&G Engineering in connection to agreement # C-13-178-08-20 for "Job Specific Project"- Engineering Services required for Right-of-Way Acquisition, Compensable Utility Management Oversight for the FM 2220 (Ware Road) project from Mile 3 N (FM 1924) to Mile 5 N (FM 676 )located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4. 3. 59785 Requesting authority to purchase one (1) 2017 (Hamm HD120 VO DD 78" Vibratory Drum/Rear Oscillatory Drum Roller) for the Hidalgo County Precinct #4 [thru our membership/participation with Buy Board contract #515-16] from awarded vendor Wirtgen America, Inc. / Authorized Dealer (NPE) Nueces Power Equipment respectively through submitted Requisition #342358 in the amount of $180,806.90 and subject to SAM'S.gov. 4. 59717 a. Requesting approval of an (On Call) -[Professional Engineering Services] Agreement (approved for negotiations by CC on 05/02/17) with Halff Associates, Inc. for: Building Repairs, Renovations, Alteration, Additions and/or Other Related Services to County Owned Buildings (on an as needed basis), utilized by various departments for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4. b. Requesting approval of a professional appraisal services agreement with the "multiple" ranked and selected Appraisal Firms: Leonel Garza, Jr. & Associates, LLC & George J. Salazar, II d/b/a APPRAISAL HAUS for the purposes of (On Call) - [Appraisal Services] for: The Fair Market Value Appraisals in connection with the Acquisition of Land, Rights of Way, Easements, Condemnations and Disposition of County owned Property located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 (on an as needed basis) and as (approved for negotiations by CC from the "POOL" of Appraisers on 05/02/17). c. Requesting approval of a professional appraisal services agreement with PROFESSIONAL APPRAISAL SERVICE, INC. for the purposes of (On Call) [Appraisal "REVIEW" Services] for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 as approved for negotiations by CC from the "POOL" of Appraisers on 05/02/17). d. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 2 (with an estimated cost of 9,686.88) as submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers for Project: [Geo Technical Engineering Services] for "Milo Ponce Memorial Park Improvements" in connection to "on call" agreement# C-16-305-10-04 for projects located in Precinct 4 F. Public Defenders 1. 59578 a. Requesting exemption from competitive procurement requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024(a)(7)(a) proprietary software; b. Requesting approval of agreement for "On-line Research Services" with Lexis Nexis for the Public Defenders and subject to form 1295. G. Health & Human Services Dept. 1. 59691 Approval of "First Amendment" to Service Contract E-16-392-11-01 between Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department and Network Sciences, Inc., for the provision of Software Services for Indigent Health Care System [as permitted under the terms of the contract] with compliance with HB 1295 when and if applicable. 2. 59774 Request by Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Dept. to complete a Provider Agreement /Product Participation and Signature Sheet with acceptance and approval by Commissioners Court with authority to have the document executed and subject to legal review and no obligation of compliance with form 1295. H. Colonia Access Program Pct. 3 1. 59827 Presentation for discussion, consideration, and action on a recommendation by project Javier Hinojosa Engineering to award to lowest bidder meeting all specifications: Castle Enterprises, LLC in the amount of $205,914.93 for Bid No. CAP-17-124-04-26-YSS “Road & Drainage Construction for El Paraiso Subdivision.” I. Sheriff's Office 1. 59742 A. Pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't. Code, Subchapter D- 263.151(2)(A) &/or (B), declaration of Asset No: 38783 issued firearm [as further detailed in supporting documentation contained herein] as "Surplus" for the purpose of disposition [as permitted by Gov't. Code 614]; B. Pursuant to Gov't. Code, Section 614, [permitting a peace officer retiring from a governmental entity to purchase their assigned firearm] requesting that Hidalgo County Commissioner's Code approve the value of Lt. Jose N. Rodriguez issued firearm at the Fixed Asset Value [supporting documentation attached] at $50.88. 2. 59741 a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4), a professional service; b. Approval to enter into a final negotiated professional Veterinary Services Agreement with FOUR PAWS ANIMAL HOSPITAL for the purposes of "VETERINARY SERVICES" for the HIDALGO COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE, (subject to legal review). 3. 59644 Presentation of the sole responsible vendor, Montgomery Technology, Inc., submitting the lowest and best bid [as detailed in tabulation sheet contained herein &meeting all specifications/requirements] for the purpose of award and approval of contract [but in no event to exceed the statutory bid limit of $50K] for Request For Sealed Quotes titled: Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office -"Electronic Security MTI System Maintenance and Repair Services"-No: 2017-120-04-19-SGS. J. Adult Probation 1. 59495 Arnold Patrick-Executive Director, is formally requesting to remove fixed assets from their inventory list with detailed description of said fixed assets attached as "Exhibit A" inventory. K. Co. Wide 1. 59677 Presentation of the sole responsible vendor, Model Laundry submitting the lowest and best bid [meeting all specifications and/or requirements as detailed in the supporting documentation contained herein] for the purpose of award and approval of contract for Request for Bid titled: Hidalgo County - "Mats, Dust Mops & Shop Rags & Towels" through project No.: 2017-057-04-26-FAZ. 2. 59823 Requesting approval to accept bid and approval to award Contract to Pavement Markings Inc. lowest and best bidder over all and meeting all specified requirements for RFB No.2017-053-05-10-TDL "Striping / Markings of County Roads, County Parking Lots & Misc. County Owned Sites", subject to compliance with HB1295.
Open Forum
Closed Session: Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 59687 CCD-0343-H; State of Texas v D&S Bell Enterprises, Ltd.,et al D. 59865 CCD-0378-H; State of Texas & Hidalgo County v John Rigney & Melissa Rigney E. 59873 CL-17-2105-A; Saragoza Gomez & Anita Gomez v KHIP Ventures LLC, et al F. 59728 EEOC Charge No. 451-2016-0284; Jose Lauro Hinojosa v County of Hidalgo G. 59767 EEOC Charge No. 451-2017-01461; Maria Leal v County of Hidalgo H. 59726 Claim of Mary Alice Palacios I. 59697 Claim of Maria Mendoza J. 59702 Claim of Italy Perez K. 59704 Claim of Maria Solmonson L. 59808 Claim of Jim McAllen 23. 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. Requesting 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)
24. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 59688 CCD-0343-H; State of Texas v D&S Bell Enterprises, Ltd.,et al D. 59866 CCD-0378-H; State of Texas & Hidalgo County v. John Rigney & Melissa Rigney E. 59874 CL-17-2105-A; Saragoza Gomez & Anita Gomez v KHIP Ventures LLC, et al F. 59729 EEOC Charge No. 451-2016-02842; Jose Lauro Hinojosa v County of Hidalgo G. 59768 EEOC Charge No. 451-2017-01461; Maria Leal v County of Hidalgo H. 59727 Claim of Mary Alice Palacios I. 59698 Claim of Maria Mendoza J. 59703 Claim of Italy Perez K. 59705 Claim of Maria Solmonson L. 59809 Claim of Jim McAllen 27. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. 59836 A.) Discussion on Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 Drainage projects, maintenance and operations: 1.) Lucero Del Norte 2.) Schunior Drain/Tex Mex Drain 3.) Drainage Ditch, East of Jackson Rd. 6. 59839 Request acceptance and approval by the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Board of Directors of an "Order" authorizing the Purchase of certain personal property (as described in attachments herein) from Hidalgo County Precinct 3 for the agreed upon book value. 7. 59760 A. Request approval to create three temporary Student Engineering Assistant positions for the District's Engineering Department. Requirements for these slots are that they be Junior or Senior level Civil Engineering students and will work for a period of three months - June 1, through August 31, 2017 not to exceed 40 hours per week at the rate of $15 per hour. B. Request approval to exempt these three temporary positions and allow the General Manager and Dr. Jungseok Ho, Assistant Professor & Associate Chair, Department of Civil Engineering, UTRGV to select the candidates. C. Request Budget Amendment from the General Fund to fund the above mentioned positions in the amount of $29,000 for salaries and fringes. 8. 59845 A. Presentation of the sole firm responding to RFP No. HCDD1-17-017-04-26 "Title Company Services-(Pool)", Valley Land Title, Co., for the purpose of acceptance and "Ranking as Qualified" by the HCDD1 Board of Directors. B. Pursuant to the Boards approval, requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Services Contract with the sole qualified proposer, ________________________, for the provision of "Title Company Services On-Call (on as needed basis). 9. 59875 2013 Bond Series. Approval to issue manual payment on the following Payment Applications for Construction Projects once audit procedures are complete: A. Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $6,056.00 from M-5 Texas Enterprises, LLC related to Construction Project No. HCDD1-14-028-10-28 Drain Control Structures-Montecristo Lateral. PO#626178. Project Engineer: Tedsi Infrastructure Group. B. Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $27,900.00 from M-5 Texas Enterprises, LLC related to Construction Project No. HCDD1-14-028-10-28 Drain Control Structure-Weslaco North Lateral. PO#626177. Project Engineer: Tedsi Infrastructure Group. C. Application for Payment No. 4 Retainage Release in the amount of $29,375.00.00 from M-5 Texas Enterprises, LLC related to Construction Project No. HCDD1-14-028-10-28 Drain Control Structure-Weslaco North Lateral. PO#626177. Project Engineer: Tedsi Infrastructure Group. 10. 59817 2013 Bond Series - Precinct #1 Rural Drainage Development A. Approval of invoice # R-026649 in the amount of $1,343.93 to Raba Kistner Consultants, Inc. for Construction Material Testing On Call Services related to Precincts #1 El Obispado Subdivision Drainage Improvements. P.O. 631641. B. Approval of Invoice # 517112810 in the amount of $4,350 to Urban Infrastructure Group, Inc. for Engineering Service pertaining to Precinct #1 Rural Drainage Development, Mile 13.5 and FM 1015 Drainage Improvements, P.O. 630635. 11. 59815 2013 Bond Series; Precinct #3 Rural Drainage Development A. Approval of invoice # 11326277 in the amount of $1,190 to L & G Engineers Inc. for Work Authorization #6A on the La Joya Watershed for work relating to Right of Way Acquisitions. P.O. 627201. B. Approval of invoice #11326276 in the amount of $1,000 to L & G Engineers Inc. for Work Authorization #5 on the La Joya Watershed Improvement Project, for work relating closing service fees. P.O. 625396. 12. 59776 A. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 45 as it relates to the J-09 Ditch Project and authority of the Chairman of the Board to execute documents subject to final legal review. B. Pursuant to the Boards approval of Agenda Item No. 59776 (A), requesting approval to issue manual payment in the amount of $97,354.00 to Valley Land Title Co. Order File No. 144811 Parcel 45. 13. 59775 A. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 44 as it relates to the J-09 Ditch Project and authority of the Chairman of the Board to execute documents subject to final legal review. B. Pursuant to the Boards approval of Agenda Item No. 59775 (A), requesting approval to issue manual payment in the amount of $97,536.03 to Valley Land Title Co. Order File No. 144808 Parcel 44. 14. 59773 Request approval to amend closing document amount for Parcel 27E as it relates to La Joya Bypass Outfall Ditch. The correction will include closing costs in the amount of $804.00 not reflected on Agenda Item 59209 approved by Board on 04-05-2017. The revised total is $91,469.63 15. 59772 Requesting Approval of Right of Entry request from R.O.W. Surveying and authorization for Drainage District General Manager to execute as it relates to Shary Rd Property ID No. 458365 16. 59708 A. Requesting approval to accept bids and approval to execute a Construction Contract to lowest bidder meeting all specified requirements, Mor-Wil, LLC, for RFB No. HCDD1-17-022-04-26 "SCHUNIOR DRAIN DITCH IMPROVEMENTS -FM 1423 (VAL VERDE ROAD) CROSSING, IRRIGATION CROSSING, & DILLION CROSSING", in the total bid amount of $310,393.00 for Base Bid and Alternates 1 & 2, as recommended by Noe Saldivar, P. E., HCDD1 project engineer, subject to compliance with HB1295 B. Pursuant to TXLGC 262.031 and in the interest of expediting a project's progress, requesting authority/approval for Drainage District General Manager, Raul E. Sesin, P.E., CFM, to execute change orders that involve ...'an increase or decrease in cost of $50,000.00 or LESS and in no event to exceed the Change Order's statutory limits...'. The original contract price may not be decreased by 18 % or more without the consent of the contractor". 17. 59722 2013 BOND SERIES Requesting approval of following Work Authorizations related to the agreement with L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for the provision of On Call CMT Services Pct. #2, Pct. #3, Pct. #4 & HCDD1 Master Drainage System, in the amounts listed, subject to compliance with HB1295. Work Authorization No. Project Description Amount 1) WA# 6 Minnesota & Cesar Chavez Drainage Improvements Project $19,460.90 2) WA# 7 Mile 13.5 & FM 1015 Drainage Improvements Project $13,331.55 3) WA# 8 Lucero del Norte Subdivision Drainage Improvements Project $10,589.85 4) WA# 9 Schunior Drainage Improvements Project $8,050.58 5) WA#10 Plena Vista Subdivision Drainage Improvements Project $16,387.82 18. 59816 Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 4 to Agreement No. C-HCDD1-17-002-01-10; with Halff Associates in the amount of $18,639.50, as it relates to Geo-Tech Services for the design of New Administration Facility and Site Improvements project. 19. 59833 Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 4 to Agreement No. C-17-002-01-10, with Halff Associates in the amount of $18,639.50, as it relates to Geo-Tech services for HCDD1 New Administration Building and approval of Sub Consultant Millennium Engineers Group. 20. Closed Session: Board of Directors may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation C. 59724 CCD-0343-H; State of Texas v D&S Bell Enterprises, Ltd.,et al 21. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation C. 59725 CCD-0343-H; State of Texas v D&S Bell Enterprises, Ltd.,et al 22. Closed Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 23. Open Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 24. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
1. 59882 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. 59895 Presentation of Fund Information Report 3. 2017 Intradepartmental transfers: A. 59834 2017 - County Clerk (1100) B. 59855 2017 - Constable Pct 1 (1100) C. 59814 2017 - CW Mech Shop (1200) D. 59798 2017 - Pct. 2 Rd Maint (1200) E. 59825 2017 - Sheriff's Office OPSG (1284) F. 59831 2017 - Elections Dept (1100) G. 59818 2017 - CCL #2 (1100) H. 59789 2017 - Justice Crt Tech (1242) I. 59801 2017 - Elections Dept (1100) J. 59802 2017 - Human Resources (1100) K. 59781 2017 - Constable Precinct 4 (1100) L. 59657 2017 - District Attorney/CCP59 (1223) M. 59659 2017 - DA's Office / Civil Litigation (1100) N. 59693 2017 - D.A. State Supplement (1281) O. 59832 2017 - PCT 1 ADMN (1200) P. 59701 2017 - Pct #1 Parks (1100) Q. 59769 2017 - PCT 1 CRC (1100) R. 59720 2017 - Pct #1 R&B (1200) S. 59656 2017 - Facilities Management (1100) T. 59668 2017 - Elections Dept (1100) U. 59696 2017 - WIC ADM (1292) V. 59689 2017 - IT Countywide (1100) W. 59721 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Health Adm (1100) X. 59665 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / TB PREV & CNTRL (1293) Y. 59811 2017 - CPS-HAZARDS (1293) Z. 59807 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / ELC (1293) AA. 59660 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. - TB Control (1293) BB. 59673 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / CPS-HAZARDS (1293) CC. 59731 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / H.D. Adm (1293) DD. 59733 2017 - Purchasing Dept. (1100) EE. 59734 2017 - Constable Pct 1 (1100) FF. 59747 2017 - County Auditor's Office (1100) GG. 59738 2017 - JP 4,2 (1100) HH. 59762 2017 - Tax Office (1100) II. 59806 2017 - Tax Office (1246) JJ. 59655 2017 - Pct 4 Rd Maint (1200) KK. 59861 2017 - Pct 4 Sanitation (1100) LL. 59843 2017 - Pct. 4 Sanitation (1100) MM. 59745 2017 - Pct 4 Adm (1200) 4. 2017 Interdepartmental transfers: A. 59862 Facilities Mgmt (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contigency to Facilities Mgmt in the amount of $11,720.61 to fund various operating expenditures. B. 59765 Pct. #1: Requesting approval of interdepartmental transfer from program (222) to program (214), fund 1350 in the amount of $ 9,238.34 C. 59800 Pct 2 Administration (1200): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Road Maintenance to Pct 2 Administration in the amount of $10,000.00 to fund operating expenditures. D. 59732 Pct 3 (1350): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct Fund 1350 (program 100) to Fund 1350 (program TBD) in the amount $750,000.00. E. 59841 Pct. 4 (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct. 4 Parks (prgm 009) into Pct. 4 Sanitation (prgm 001) and Pct. 4 Emergency Srv Linn-SM (prgm 187) in the total amount of $4,758.52. F. 59864 Pct.4 (1200): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from CW Adm Fund 1200 (program 030) to Pct 4 Fund 1200 (program 007) in the total amount of $58,831.00 5. Planning Department: A. 59790 1. Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b) 2. Certificate of Water Service Availability under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.029 (c) (2) B. 59649 1. Reimbursements of Financial Guarantee. a. D. Flores Subdivision- Pct.1 (Desiderio Flores) (FM 491 & Mile 14 North Road) Reimbursement request: $1,500.00 for installation of 1 OSSF b. Los Novillos Subdivision- Pct.4 (Jose M. Guerra) (FM 3250 & Rio Grande Floral Road) Reimbursement request: $2,000.00 for installation of 2 OSSF c. Oakhill Ranch PH. 2 Subdivision- Pct.1 (Jack McClelland) (FM 88 & Mile 20 North Road) Reimbursement request: $4,000.00 for installation of 4 OSSF d. Vaquero Estates Ph. 3 Subdivision- Pct.1 (Norberto Salinas) (FM 88 & Mile 11 North Road) Reimbursement request: $3,000.00 for installation of 2 OSSF 6. Executive Office: A. 59678 Approval of Right of Way Permits: 1). North Alamo Water Supply Corporation: a). San Martin Subdivision #3; Donna; Proposing to bore a 16" PVC casing for a 8" waterline, from the centerline of Canton Road go North 110 feet. Will bore Dillon Road from East to West. b). Alberta Road; Edinburg; Proposing to extend a waterline a 4" waterline, from the centerline of Ramos Lane go West 700 feet. Will extend a waterline along the south side of Alberta road 5 foot alignment. c). Castro Olguin Subdivision; Mercedes; Proposing to bore a 2" PVC casing for a 6" waterline, from the centerline of Business 83 go North 1,450 feet. Will bore Valley View Road from East to West. d). Del Rey Estates Unit 2 Subdivision; Edinburg; Proposing to bore a 16" PVC casing for a 8" waterline, from the centerline of Alamo road go West 1040 feet. Will bore Canton Road from North to South. e). Proposing to bore a 16" PVC casing for a 8" waterline, from the centerline of Alamo road go West 600 feet. Will bore Canton road from North to South. f). Proposing to bore a 16" PVC casing for a 8" waterline, from the centerline of Alamo road go West 110 feet. Will bore Canton Road from North to South. g). Tristan Subdivision; Donna; Proposing to bore a 2" waterline, from the centerline of Business 83 go South 3,000 feet. Will bore Valley View Road from East to West. B. 59782 Approval of 457 plan hardship withdrawal request for employee #037028 7. Tax Refunds: A. 59661 Account Number Payer Amount B2945.00.000.0001.00 Magic Valley Concrete $4,333.62 D7462.01.000.0001.00 Garza Development Company LTD $6,500.45 M1950.00.030.0002.00 1201 Business Center LTD $5,175.34 U2080.99.000.0001.26 Jones & Jones $7,699.21 W1221.00.100.0100.00 Water Tower Centre Owners Association Inc $4,332.66 W3800.99.000.0000.34 Northland Capital Financial Services LLC $2,508.28 B. 59670 Account Number Payer Amount T2420.00.000.0001.00 JP Morgan Chase & Co Real Estate $2,878.25 C. 59671 Account Number Payer Amount L1066.00.000.0008.00 DBA La Reyna Bakery and Grocery #1 $2,971.51 M0950.01.001.0003.03 Tenant Services, LLC $5,932.43 D. 59672 Account Number Payer Amount F7855.99.000.0001.01 Tejas Equipment Rentals $6,408.08 G2600.00.000.004A.05 Inter National Bank $9,956.98 I4040.99.000.000A.10 Ryan Tax Compliance Services LLC $9,108.61 L2620.00.000.0001.00 E & R Construction $3,886.58 M1570.00.000.0001.00 MG Kamel Properties LTD $5,842.09 M1921.00.000.0003.00 Marbel $2,574.88 M2650.00.009.0006.00 Mae Properties, LLC $12,058.92 T3075.02.000.0010.00 McColl Capital LLC $9,353.98 E. 59558 Account Number Payer Amount A2250.00.000.0001.00 G.A. Produce LLC $2,804.99 C0555.00.000.0001.00 Heritage Village $21,605.01 D7600.02.010.0001.05 Heathrow Investments LLC $5,588.20 I8040.00.000.000A.00 Rio Grande R V Park Inc $4,797.92 K2400.00.000.0057.02 El Cofre Del Tesoro LLC $4,387.82 K2400.00.000.0378.00 Inter National Bank $11,464.21 K3353.99.000.0013.04 San Jose Warehouse LLC $6,341.89 L1300.00.000.0141.14 Arturo & Rebecca Martinez $3,961.23 M0619.00.000.0002.00 J & R Valley Oilfield Services Inc $3,090.41 M0619.00.000.0014.00 Texas National Bank $5,899.57 M5258.00.000.0025.00 Greg & Jean Read $3,954.59 O6510.00.000.0032.00 Carlos Canales $3,535.53 P5324.01.000.0001.00 Lone Star National Bank $14,263.15 S2950.00.000.0517.20 San Jacinto Title Services of Texas, LLC $3,194.61 W5300.99.000.0013.37 Lifechek Denison LLC $5,433.37 8. Membership Dues/Certifications: A. 59770 Public Defenders: Requesting approval to pay The State Bar of Texas 2017-2018 Membership Dues (Requisition #342302) in the total amount of $1,478.00, with the authority of the County Treasurer to issue check after the review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor. B. 59674 District Attorney (1100): Requesting approval to pay 2017 membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA) for the following District Attorney's Office employees: Marcela Renee Saenz & Obdett Calzada, in the total amount of $110.00 (Requisition #341783), with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by County Auditor. C. 59648 Elections Dept. (1100): Requesting approval to pay the 2017 Elections Center Blue Membership dues in the total amount of $200.00 for Yvonne Ramon, with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor. 9. Headstart: A. 59572 Approval of Monthly Children's Applications Report for Program Year 2017-2018 B. 59571 Approval of Monthly Financial Report C. 59574 Approval of Monthly Special Services Report D. 59573 Approval of Monthly Texas Department of Agriculture Meals/Snacks Report 10. Urban County: A. 59690 Requesting approval of one (1) applicant in the City of Edcouch, one (1) applicant in the City of Donna and one (1) applicant in the City of San Juan under the Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program. 11. Budget & Management: A. 59586 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $996,784.95 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 04/20/17 to 05/03/17. 04/20-26/17 $532,666.70 04/27-28/17 $ 51,997.11 05/01-03/17 $412,121.14 TOTAL $996,784.95 2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid. B. 59588 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, 2017 in the amount of $55,571.85 and requesting approval of wire transfer. C. 59680 Report and approval of emergency transfers for the period of April 3, 2017 through April 28, 2017. D. Interfund transfers: 1. 59871 TxDOT Pct 2 Dicker Rd (23rd St - Jackson Rd) Prj (1315): Approval of 2017 interfund transfer from Pct 2 Rd Maint (Fund 1200) to TxDOT Pct 2 Dicker Rd (23rd St-Jackson Rd) Prj in the amount of $51,532.28 to fund project expenditures. 2. 59853 TxDOT Pct 2 Dicker Rd (23rd St-Jackson Rd) Prj (1315): Approval of 2017 interfund transfer from Various CO2014- Pct 2 Projects (Fund 1345) to TxDOT Pct 2 Dicker Rd (23rd St-Jackson Rd) Prj in the amount of $85,530.68 to fund project expenditures. 3. 59860 Pct. 4 (1100): Approval of 2017 interfund transfer from Pct 4 Rd Maintenance, program 007 (1200), to Pct 4 CRC Sunflower, program 186 and Pct 4 Parks, program 009 (1100), in the total amount of $24,641.88. 4. 59842 Pct 4 Emerg Svs Linn-SM (1301): Approval of 2017 interfund transfer from Pct 4 Rd Maint (1200) to Pct 4 Emergency Srv Linn-SM (1301) in the total amount of $4,333.10 12. Purchasing Dept - Notes: A. FOR ANY CONTRACTS(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE. B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S). A. 59838 County Court at Law #1: Approval to enter into a 36 month capital lease with Ricoh, awarded [through HC membership/participation with Tx. Dept. of Information Resources, aka] DIR's Contract #TSO-3041 with all supporting documentation attached/contained herein. B. 59513 1. Requesting approval to reject all bids received for RFB No.: 2017-042-03-15-SGS titled: Hidalgo County-"Type D Hot Mix Asphalt for "Gravel" (Only) and re-bid this product, with modifications to Specifications pursuant to TxDOT formula/guidelines for composition of the Gravel. 2. Acceptance and approval of modified specifications [as reviewed by all Pct. staff for concurrence] for Type D Hot Mix Asphalt (Gravel Only) with authority to advertise with the proposed timeline detailed in BACKGROUND herein. C. 59561 Approval to exercise the County's option to extend for the final one (1) year term under contract #C-15-032-05-05 with Enterprise Holding, Inc. for Lease/Rental of Vehicles for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms & conditions. D. 59746 Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #11326289 in the amount of $79,021.62 submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers Inc., for engineering services provided under Contract C-15-300-09-01(WA#1), for Pct 2 Cesar Chavez Road Project. E. 59748 Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #11326264 in the amount of $5,614.55 submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers Inc., for engineering services provided under Contract C-16-171-04-12 (WA#1), for Pct 2 Dicker Road project. F. 59749 Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #11326263 in the amount of $38,326.52 as submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers Inc., for engineering services provided under Contract C-15-336-09-29(WA#1), for Pct 2 Eldora Road project. G. 59750 Pct. 2: Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #11326270 in the amount of $9,980.30 submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers Inc., for engineering services provided under Contract C-16-218-05-25 through (WA#1), for Pct 2 Rancho Blanco Road Extension project. H. 59751 Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #11326281 in the amount of $5,993.55 submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers Inc., for engineering services provided under Contract C-16-131-03-07 (WA#1), for Pct 2 CRC Youth Facility Project. I. 59752 Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #11326280 in the amount of $24,682.41 submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers Inc., for engineering services provided under Contract C-15-097-03-17(WA#4), for Pct 2 Nolana Loop project. J. 59755 Pct 2: Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #64-3 in the amount of $9,618.00 submitted by project engineer, Cruz-Hogan Consultants Inc., for engineering services provided under Contract C-15-424-01-19 (WA#1), for Pct 2 Plena Vista Subdivision Road and Drainage Improvements project. K. 59756 Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #20012 in the amount of $798.98 submitted by project engineer, B2Z Engineering LLC, for engineering services provided under Contract C-16-326-08-23 (WA#1), for Pct 2 Palmer Pavilion Renovation Project. L. 59758 Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #20010 in the amount of $2,157.41 submitted by project engineer, B2Z Engineering LLC, for engineering services provided under Contract C-16-326-08-23 (WA#2), for Pct 2 Community Resource Center (CRC) Youth Facility Project. M. 59759 Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #20011 in the amount of $27,088.28 submitted by B2Z Engineering LLC, for GIS mapping services under Contract C-16-326-08-23 (WA#3), for Pct 2. N. 59813 Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #11326279 in the amount of $98,313.07 submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers Inc., for engineering services provided under Contract C-17-088-04-05 through (WA#1), for Pct 2 Nolana Loop Segment 1 project. O. 59828 Approval of Payment of Invoice# 1085 in the amount of $6,738.78 as submitted by Jimenez Engineering Solutions dba I.C.E. for the provision of professional engineering services in connection to Contract#C-16-257-09-13 PO#752503 amid Work Auth. No. 1. P. 59837 Requesting acceptance and approval of the following invoices in connection with various Pct. #4 projects for invoice processing and payments as submitted by: 1. Millennium Engineers Group, Inc.: Alberta Drain Project - $1,641.75 - Invoice #619214-0517/P.O. 747439; 2. L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc.: Mile 5 Project - $9,000.00 - Invoice #11326257/P.O. 740893; 3. L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc.: FM 2220 Project - $3,000.00 - Invoice #11326272/P.O. 736559; 4. L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc.: FM 1925 & N. Alamo Extension Project - $4,440.54 - Invoice #11326255/P.O. 684964; 5. L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc.: 10st Extension Project - $37,716.00 - Invoice#11326278/P.O. 700265; 6. L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc.: FM1925 Project - $55,310.00 - Invoice#11326262/P.O. 739761; 7. Rigney Construction & Development, LLC.: "M" Rd. Building Project - $19,011.16 - Application No. 2/P.O. 752997; 8. Mata-Garcia Architects, LLP.: San Carlos Community Resource Center Project - $2,211.50 - Invoice #3291-17/P.O. 700944. Q. 59854 Requesting acceptance and approval of the following invoice submitted by Mata Garcia Architects, LLP.: Linn San Manuel Emergency Services Building Project - $2,211.50 - Inv# 3290-17(18)/P.O. 701993. R. 59810 Approval of Payment Application No. 1 in the amount of $69,688.22 submitted by ASAGO LLC, dba ASAGO Construction, awarded contractor for Precinct 1's "FEMA Road Drainage Improvements-Mile 8 North Road” as certified for payment by project engineer LeFevre Engineering & Management , C-16-361-11-01. S. 59812 Approval of Payment Application No. 1 in the amount of $55,717.49 submitted by IOC Company LLC., awarded contractor for Precinct 1's "Indian Hills” as certified for payment by project engineer TEDSI Infrastructure Group, C16-399-12-13. T. 59792 Approval of the following with Texas Cordia Construction, LLC contracted vendor for "Paving & Drainage Improvements - "Mile 11 North (FM1015 to Mile 1 West)" for Precinct No. 1 as submitted through project engineer Sames, Inc. [C-16-279-09-06] 1. Ratification of Change Order No. 2 as recommended by Sames Inc. Oziel Bautista with a cost increase of $16,454.50 with increase of fifteen (15) calendar/working days and subject to compliance with HB 1295 if and when applicable. 2. Approve a request for payment - Application 6 in the amount of $15,631.77. U. 59666 Executive Office - New Courthouse Project: Acceptance and approval of the following invoice in connection with drainage improvements @ SH 107 & Bus 281 with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor: Vendor Invoice Date Invoice# Amount PO# L&G Engineering, Inc. 4/30/17 11326274 $32,350.00 750481 V. 59664 Executive Office - Traffic Engineering: Acceptance and approval of the following invoice for representation at HCMPO Policy Meetings & HCMPO Technical Meetings with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor: Vendor Invoice Date Invoice # Amount PO # L&G Engineering, Inc. 4/30/17 11326271 $7,681.76 733569 W. 59529 Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications/requirements, legal notice, draft requirements etc.) as attached hereto for: Hidalgo County “Welding Supplies and Other Related Miscellaneous Items" RFB-2017-065-06-07-TDL” including the re-advertisement of project in the event No Bids, or, Responses are rejected and project is still required. X. 59541 Requesting authority to advertise [including he re-advertising of project in the event no Bids are received and/or are rejected and project is still required] with approval of RFB procurement packet (i.e., specifications/requirements, legal notice, draft contract, etc.,) as attached hereto for: RFB 2017-059-06-07-YZV-Off-Premises Record Storage, Pick-up, Retrieval, Delivery & Shredding Services. Y. 59675 Acceptance and approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) submitted by contracted/project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers Inc. for: 1. Invoice No. 11326249 La Homa ROW WA #1 - $3,240.00 2. Invoice No. 11326251 Mile 2 WA #1 - $1,440.00 3. Invoice No. 11326253 Mile 2 N. Roadway Reconstruction - $3,456.59 4. Invoice No. 11326254 South Detention Basin Project - $21,000.00 5. Invoice No. 11326260 Veterans Blvd. Project WA #1 - $10,825.61 6. Invoice No. 11326265 Liberty Road Project WA #3 - $106,751.88 7. Invoice No. 11326267 FM 494 Shary Rd. WA #2 - $28,800.00 8. Invoice No. 11326275 Mile 3 Phase III WA#3 - $64,520.00 Z. 59598 Approval to exercise the County's option to extend a six (6) month grace period contract #C-16-285-11-01 with Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions, Inc. for CRS-2 (Cationic Rapid Setting) Emulsified Asphalt for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms & conditions subject to compliance with HB1295 & HB23 if and when applicable. AA. 59662 Acceptance and approval to exercise the County's option to extend the Second (2nd) [of three (3) one (1) year renewal options] under the same rates, terms and conditions for "Arbitrage Calculations Services" with Arbitrage Compliance Specialists, Inc. BB. 59692 398th State District Court requests approval to enter into a 48-month capital lease with Xerox, awarded [through HC membership/participation with Tx Dept. of Information Resources, aka] DIR Contract #TSO-3043 with all supporting documentation attached/contained herein. CC. 59695 Requesting approval of payment of invoice submitted by Hidalgo County Urban Program for Cancelation of Brewster Park Project-in the amount of $690.00 as detailed in supporting documentation attached. DD. 59709 Precinct 1: Requesting approval of payment to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for an Air Emissions Fee, in the amount of $74.22, which include payments from October 31, 2016 through April 13, 2017. EE. 59715 Approval to Add &/or Delete Fuel Cards/Users including, but not limited to the following: 1. Facilities Management - Fuel Card User 2. Planning Department - Fuel Card User 3. Hidalgo County Tax Office- Fuel Card Users 4. Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office - Delete Fuel Card/User 5. Hidalgo County Adult Probation - Fuel Card User 6. Hidalgo County Health and Human Services - Fuel Card FF. 59718 Acceptance and approval to exercise the County's option to extend the final one (1) year renewal option under the same rates, terms and conditions for "Real Estate Broker Services" with CBRE, Inc. GG. 59686 Approval of Payment Application No. 5 in the amount of $220,393.29 submitted by L&G Construction, awarded contractor for Precinct 3 "South Detention Basin " project as certified for payment by project Engineer, L&G Engineer. C-16-161-08-09. S. 59730 1. Hidalgo County Extension Service is requesting to surplus [for the purpose of destruction] a homemade trailer as the items has since been considered obsolete/worn and is of no use to the department and poses a potential safety hazard: Asset Tag No. 01740 with Description: 1955 Homemade Trailer (2 Wheel) 2. Action to remove said fixed asset from county inventory
Approval to exercise the County's option to extend for the final one (1) year term under contract #C-15-032-05-05 with Enterprise Holding, Inc. for Lease/Rental of Vehicles for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms & conditions.
A. 59878 Approval of Proclamation to proclaim May 2017 as “Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month” in Hidalgo County. B. 59606 Consideration and approval of a Proclamation declaring May 2017 as Elder Abuse Awareness Month. C. 59797 Discussion and approval of the Addendum to the Tax Abatement Agreement between Hidalgo County and South Texas Electric Cooperative, Inc. effective December 22, 2015 granting an 80% tax abatement in accordance with the agreement and the tax abatement guidelines.
Constables: A. 59787 Constable Pct. 2: Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Jose Jaime Leos as Reserve Deputy Constable by Martin N. Cantu, Constable Pct. 2 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012. B. 59796 Constable Pct. 3 - OPSG (1284) 1. Authorization to accept the Approval Notice in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY 2016 for the amount of $80,000.00. 2. Authorization and approval for County Judge, as authorized official, to electronically accept grant award form and related documents. 3. Authorization to pay Overtime reimburseable under the grant terms and conditions. 4. Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY 2016 Operation Stonegarden Grant in the amount of $80,000.00. 5. Approval to appropriate the budget for Constable Pct. 3 portion of the FY 2016 Operation Stonegarden Grant in the amount of $80,000.00. C. 59676 Constable Precinct 4 (1284): 1. Authorization to accept the Approval Notice in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY2016 for the amount of $75,000.00. 2. Authorization and approval for County Judge, as authorized official, to electronically accept grant award form and related documents. 3. Authorization to pay Overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions. 4. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY2016 Operation Stonegarden Grant in the amount of $75,000.00. 5. Approval to appropriate the budget for Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 4 portion of the FY2016 Operation Stonegarden Grant in the amount of $75,000.00.
Tax Office - Paul Villarreal: A. 59535 Discussion, consideration, and approval to execute an inter-local agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Donna for implementation of scofflaw procedures and processes for vehicle registration denial services. B. 59706 Discussion, consideration, and approval to execute an inter-local agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Palmhurst for implementation of scofflaw procedures and processes for vehicle registration denial services.
Sheriff's Office: A. 59716 1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor. 2. Approval of appropriation of funds in the Jail Commissary account for the amount of $37,175.00. B. 59700 Approval to declare surplus and remove from County Inventory list, County Asset #56978, K9 "Herby", a Male Dutch Shepard, due to his death from cardiac arrest.
Executive Office: A. Presentation for discussion, consideration and action (if necessary) including, but not limited to 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. 59852 Approval to proceed with the implementation of the Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Plan (Grade and Step Pay Plan) to include all County Departments and Offices as follows: 1) Approval of the revised Classification Position List 2) Approval of the Classification Pay Plan Table for the year 2017. 3) Approval to classify all county positions in accordance with items 1 & 2. C. 59868 1. Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint/re-appoint member(s) to the Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council (LRGVDC) Board of Directors. 2. Discussion, consideration, and approval of inter-local agreement with the Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council for the “Road to Recycling Project”, a region-wide scrap tire abatement initiative. D. 59863 Request from Edcouch-Elsa Rotary Club for permission to utilize the Delta Lake Park for the Delta Lake Summer Kick-Off Festival to be held on May 20th from 8am-5pm. E. 59794 Requesting approval for the County Treasurer's Office to issue payment for reimbursement of subscription and support fees in the amount of $390.00 to Raul Silguero, Jr. after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. F. 59783 Acceptance of settlement check in the amount of $1,000.00 in connection with Hidalgo County v. Tomasa Keith and Michael Martinez
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Executive Office: A. Presentation for discussion, consideration and action (if necessary) including, but not limited to 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. 59852 Approval to proceed with the implementation of the Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Plan (Grade and Step Pay Plan) to include all County Departments and Offices as follows: 1) Approval of the revised Classification Position List 2) Approval of the Classification Pay Plan Table for the year 2017. 3) Approval to classify all county positions in accordance with items 1 & 2. C. 59868 1. Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint/re-appoint member(s) to the Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council (LRGVDC) Board of Directors. 2. Discussion, consideration, and approval of inter-local agreement with the Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council for the “Road to Recycling Project”, a region-wide scrap tire abatement initiative. D. 59863 Request from Edcouch-Elsa Rotary Club for permission to utilize the Delta Lake Park for the Delta Lake Summer Kick-Off Festival to be held on May 20th from 8am-5pm. E. 59794 Requesting approval for the County Treasurer's Office to issue payment for reimbursement of subscription and support fees in the amount of $390.00 to Raul Silguero, Jr. after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. F. 59783 Acceptance of settlement check in the amount of $1,000.00 in connection with Hidalgo County v. Tomasa Keith and Michael Martinez
Human Resources: A. 59858 Jail Commissary (2102): Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following personnel actions, effective 5/29/2017: Action Slot No. Dept./ Program Position Title Current/ Proposed Budgeted Salary Delete 0007 280-015 Clerk III $26,958.00 Create 0018 280-015 Detention Officer Step I $32,305.00 B. 59821 DA's Office - Victim Assistance Program (VAP) Grant (1281): Discussion, consideration, and approval to create one (1) Regular Full-time Intake Clerk position, Slot No. G004 (Program 080-017-5 CJD-VAP), Budgeted salary of $27,000.00, effective next full pay period of 5/29/2017.
Urban County: A. 59694 1) Hold a Public Hearing to consider public comments for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4’s proposed program amendment for fiscal years 25, 26, 27, 28, & 29 (2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 & 2016 to delete Sunflower Park and Brewster Park from work plans and include JR Milo Ponce Park Improvements for each fiscal year. 2) Requesting approval of a program amendment for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 for fiscal years 25, 26, 27, 28 & 29. (2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 & 2016) to Delete Sunflower Park and Brewster Park, and include JR Milo Ponce Park Improvements to each respective funding year.
Health & Human Services Department: A. 59681 1. Requesting approval to rescind action taken on 03/22/2016 on AI-53763 that approved the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement Between The County of Hidalgo and Mission Independent School District. 2. Requesting consideration and approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement Between The County of Hidalgo and Mission Consolidated Independent School District. The purpose of the Agreement is Public Health Preparedness and Response. B. 59683 Requesting approval of the Master Internship Agreement between Texas A & M University and Hidalgo County. The purpose of the Agreement is to provide an on-site educational experience to students enrolled in Community Health. C. 59684 Discussion and update on the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley and Hidalgo County projects involving the Community Resource Centers. D. 59778 Requesting approval to submit grant renewal application for the TB Federal FY 18 program in the amount of $437,771.00 in grant funds and $87,554.00 in local match funds. The allocation period will run from 01/01/2018 through 12/31/2018. E. Health Care Funding District: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures F. Indigent Health Care Program: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures 2. 59582 A. Discussion and approval of the County Indigent Health Care Program - Level 2 Pilot Program for fiscal year 9/1/17 to 8/31/18. B. Discussion and approval of funding source for Level 2 Pilot Program. C. Discussion and approval of Budget Appropriation from the General Fund.
Head Start Program: A. 59576 Presentation of Nutrition Program Contest 2017 Winners B. 59577 Recruitment Report for Program Year 2017-2018 C. 59569 Discussion/Approval to Enter into a Memorandum of Understanding between Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District and Hidalgo County Head Start Program for the Implementation of the Integrated School Readiness Model (ISRM) to be conducted at Carmen Anaya Elementary School
Planning Department: A. 59658 Service Road Name Requesting approval to name road located approximately 1,200 feet south of Minnesota Rd and east of Veterans Blvd as Alessandra Service Road. B. 59857 1. Preliminary Approval with Variance Request a. Troy Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Elsa Pirkle, Owner) (Val Verde Road & Anderson Road) No. of Lots: 3 Single Family Flood Zone: C Drainage: Yes, by regarding Anderson Road side ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by City of Donna Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: Yes, Anderson Road. 2. Preliminary Approval a. Fernando Gonzalez Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Fernando Gonzalez, Owner) (Doffing Road & Mile 6 North Road) No. of Lots: 2 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Yes, reconstruction of North Doffing Road side ditch ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission Water: Yes, provided by Agua S.U.D. Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: Yes, Doffing Road. b. Ranchito Mio Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Hector Rodriguez, Owner) (Lucky “I” Street & Moorefield Road) No. of Lots: 2 Single Family Flood Zone: C Drainage: Yes, reconstruction of Lucky “I” Road side ditch ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission. Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: Yes, Lucky “I” Road. 3. Final Approval a. McCain Subdivision- Pct.4 (Roger & Sheila McCain, Owner) (Cessna Ave. & Trenton Road) No. of Lots: 1 Single Family Flood Zone: B Drainage: No Storm Drainage and Detention will be required. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: Yes, Skylark Avenue. b. Eduardo’s No. 16 Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Ingrid Izaguirre, Owner) (Trosper Road & Mile 3 North Road) No. of Lots: 18 Single Family Flood Zone: C Drainage: Yes, Storm Drainage Pipe System discharging into Linda Vista Drain Ditch. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission. Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Mission Paved: Yes, Trosper Road and 2 internal streets. c. Huisache Acres No. 12 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Rick D. Harbison, Owner) (Val Verde Road & Canton Road) No. of Lots: 55 Single Family Flood Zone: C Drainage: Yes, Storm Drainage Pipe System and Detention by widening the existing Drain Ditch. ETJ: No, Rural Area Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: Yes, Canton Road, Val Verde Road and 3 internal streets. 4. Final Approval With Financial Guarantee a. Lantana Acres No. 8 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Richard W. Ruppert, Owner) (Mile 22 ½ North Road & Engelman Gardens Road) No. of Lots: 58 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Proposed Storm Drainage Pipe System and Detention by widening the existing Drain Ditch. (L.O.C.) ETJ: No, Rural Area Water: Provided by North Alamo Water Supply (L.O.C.) Sewer: 58 OSSF to be installed. (L.O.C.) Paved: Mile 22 ½ North Road and 3 internal streets are proposed to be paved. (L.O.C.) *Final Approval with a Letter of Credit in the amount of$894,405.56 to secure the Subdivision Construction Improvements.
WIC: A. 59826 Requesting approval for Ruby Garcia, a Texas WIC Dietetic Intern, to complete 24 hours of supervised practice at the Hidalgo County WIC Lactation Care center during the period of July 12-14, 2017.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores: A. 59851 TXDOT - Pct 3: Authorization to submit the Economically Disadvantaged County (EDC) Program Application and Affidavit for the Liberty Boulevard (US 83 to Mile 3 Line) Project, CSJ: 0921-02-194, with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation. B. 59847 1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the City of Mission and the County of Hidalgo to overlay certain roads which are or connecting link to the County road system. 2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement project to overlay certain roads which are or connecting link to the County roads system, such road more particularly described on Exhibit A attached to the ICA.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Palacios: A. 59830 Requesting approval of claim for the following, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. Invoice Date Invoice No. Description Amount Texas Commission On Environmental Quality 10/31/16 AEF0021056 Air Emissions Fee $109.04 12/10/16 SC00196305 Late Fee- Dec 2016 $5.45 01/10/17 SC00198603 Late Fee- Jan 2017 $5.45 02/10/17 SC00201599 Late Fee- Feb 2017 $0.43 03/03/17 AEF0021056 Collection Cost Recovery $27.26 03/10/17 SC00204330 Late Fee- Mar 2017 $0.43 04/10/17 SC00206389 Late Fee- Apr 2017 $0.43 TOTAL: $148.49
Budget & Management: A. 59780 2018 Budget Process: 1. Presentation of 2018 Budget Process Calendar. 2. Approval of 2018 Budget Development Criteria. B. 59779 Approval to submit request for funds (unclaimed capital credits) from Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts as authorized under Section 74.602 of the Texas Property Code, with authority for County Judge to sign the letter request. C. 59699 JAG (1282)/Auxiliary Court (1100): Ratification of effective date for the personnel action approved by CC on May 2nd, 2017, AI-59518, from 5/02/17 to 3/20/17. D. Budget Appropriations: 1. 59788 Pct. 3 R&B (1200): Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds into Pct. 3 R&B (123-107 & 123-120) in the amount of $191,141.40. 2. 59804 Special Vehicle Inventory Fund (1246): Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds for the Special Vehicle Inventory Fund (1246) in the amount of $102,377.67 to fund salaries, fringes, & operating expenses for calendar year 2017.
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. 59685 Requesting approval for Hidalgo County to exercise it's option to terminate [under provision #2] as stated in the current service agreement with Drone Dynamics, LLC by providing a Thirty (30) Day written notice of termination. 2. 59679 Ratification with acceptance and approval of the continuation of the "Retail Fuel Card Services-Contract #946-M3" with the Council on Competitive Government Cooperative [CCG] with and thru the State of Texas Comptroller's Office-Texas Procurement and Support Services [TPASS] with newly awarded vendor "U.S. Bank National Association" with ending date through April 30, 2019 with the option to extend three (3) additional one (1) year terms, thus allowing the County continuing the use of the retail fuel card services for emergency situations and/or travel outside the County. 3. 59723 A. Requesting approval to declare the items listed in Exhibit "A" (attached herein), office furniture, equipment, and vehicles as "Surplus" for the purpose of sale through online auction scheduled 06-07-2017 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code 263.152 (a)(1); AND, in the event "NO BIDS" received on either auction date; B. Requesting authority to publish advertisement for the auction of surplus scheduled for 6-07-2017 including but not limited to Seized, Abandoned and Unclaimed Property. B. Pct. 1 1. 59763 Acceptance and approval of Certificate of Substantial Completion for Texas Cordia Construction contracted vendor for Paving & Drainage Improvements to Mile 11 North from (FM 1015 to Mile 1 West) as submitted by project engineer SAM Engineering & Surveying under Contract #C-16-279-0-06. 2. 59766 A. Certificate of Substantial Completion as Submitted by ASAGO LLC for Paving & Drainage Improvements for Mile 2 1/2 East Road; B. Application for Payment No.5 (final) as submitted by ASAGO LLC in the amount of $8,712.00 for the provision of Paving & Drainage Improvements for Mile 2 1/2 East Road under contract C-16-363-11-01. 3. 59824 Requesting approval of the following for 2GS, LLC dba Earthworks Enterprise for FEMA Road & Drainage Improvements: Mile 11 North, Mile 13 ½ & Yvette Circle under Contract C-16-398-12-13: A. Requesting acceptance and approval of Certificate of Substantial Completion by 2GS, LLC, dba Earthworks Enterprise, as submitted and recommended by project engineer LeFevre Engineering & Management Consulting, LLC reflecting the date of May 10, 2017. B. Application for Payment No. 2 (Final) in the amount of $319,802.69. 4. 59840 A. Request and approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between The County of Hidalgo and Cameron County, concerning the reconstruction of Mile 3 East Road is to commence 362 feet north of I-2 for a duration of 1,253 feet. B. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the interlocal cooperation agreement project concerning 1,253 feet of the road is within the jurisdiction of Hidalgo and Cameron County where county boundaries are at the center of the road west belonging to Hidalgo County and East belonging to Cameron County for a total of 1,253 feet. 5. 59761 Acceptance and approval of Certificate of Substantial Completion for Texas Cordia Construction contracted vendor for Paving & Drainage Improvements to Mile 14 1/2 North between (Mile 4 - Mile 6) as submitted by project engineer SAM Engineering & Surveying under Contract (C-16-280-09-06). 6. 59849 A. Request and approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreements between the County of Hidalgo/Pct. #1 and the following Cities: 1. City of Alamo 2. City of Donna 3. City of Edcouch 4. City of Elsa 5. City of La Villa 6. City of Mercedes 7. City of Progresso 8. City of Progresso Lakes 9. City of Weslaco B. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the interlocal cooperation agreement in desires to assist each other in multiple projects to be defined by mutual agreement in which both the City and the County would benefit from the outcome of the work (the “Work”) by decreasing the cost of services and increasing the quality of life for both the citizens of the County and the City. 7. 59757 Pct.1: Acceptance and approval of Certificate of Substantial Completion for 2GS,LLC contracted vendor for Colonia Noreste Subdivision as submitted by project engineer, TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc. (C-16-260-07-19). 8. 59764 a. Acceptance and approval of a Professional Services Agreement # C-17-125-05-16 with Chanin Engineering, LLC for: [job specific] Project: “Sunset Facility Structural Analysis & Assessment” for Precinct No. 1; b. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 (estimated cost of $ 7,500.00) Chanin Engineering, LLC for: [job specific] Project: “Sunset Facility Structural Analysis & Assessment” for Precinct No. 1, in connection to agreement # C-17-125-05-16. C. Pct. 2 1. 59870 a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional service; b. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded and evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of professional engineering services providers for the Whalen Road Extension Project for Precinct No. 2; B2Z ENGINEERING JAVIER HINOJOSA ENGINEERING SOUTH TEXAS INFRASTRUCTURE EVALUATOR NO. 1 98 95 97 RANKING c.Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional services agreement with the No. 1 ranked firm of _______________________ for professional engineering services for the Whalen Road Extension Project for Pct 2. 2. 59846 Acceptance and approval to execute the final form of a Professional Engineering Agreement (subject to legal counsel's review) with L&G Consulting Engineers, for "On-Call Geo-technical, Construction Materials Testing, and Inspection Services for Road and Bridge, CIP, and other Projects in General," for Pct 2, and as approved for negotiations on CC 4/18/17 and subject to compliance with HB23 and HB1295 [if and when applicable]. 3. 59844 a. Acceptance and approval to execute the final form of a Professional Engineering Agreement (subject to legal counsel's review) with L&G Consulting Engineers, for "On-Call Services for Road & Bridge, CIP, and other Projects in General," for Pct 2, and as approved for negotiations on CC 4/18/17 and subject to compliance with HB23 and HB1295 [if and when applicable]; b. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 (with an estimated cost of $137,062.96) as submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, to provide compensable utility management and coordination of adjustments for the Pct 2 Dicker Road Project through Contract# C-17-137-05-16; c. Pursuant to contract with L&G Engineering (Article 12), a request for approval by engineer to permit the subcontracting of B2Z Engineering and ROW Surveying Services, Inc. in connection with C-17-137-05-16, Work Authorization No. 1 for the Pct 2 Dicker Road Project. D. Pct. 3 1. 59867 A. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, 263.151, discussion and approval to declare as "surplus" three [3] trench boxes and as further detailed in Exhibit "A" including to establish the sell price as stated in the "ORDER". B. Acceptance and approval by Hidalgo County Commissioners Court evidence by an "ORDER" authorizing the sale of certain personal property (as described in attachments herein) to Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 for the amount approved as stated in the "ORDER". C. Requesting authority to remove said assets listed on Exhibit "A" (attached hereto) from the Hidalgo County inventory list after finalizing the sale of equipment to Drainage District #1. E. Pct. 4 1. 59829 a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional services; b. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded & evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” in connection with professional engineering services required for: [Ground Water, Gas Monitoring and Groundwater Data Evaluation at Closed Landfill Site in Precinct 4] to remain in compliance with TCEQ. Firms MTME, LLC Cruz Hogan Consultants, Inc. Alfa Infrastructure Evaluator 97 95 93 Ranking c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional service contract with No. 1 ranked firm: __________________________ for the provisions of Engineering Services for: [Ground Water, Gas Monitoring and Groundwater Data Evaluation at Closed Landfill Site in Precinct 4] to remain in compliance with TCEQ. 2. 59856 Requesting approval of SA1 to WA 2, for the increased amount of ($ 58,831.00) amending Exhibit C-Work Schedule & Estimated Man-hour Breakdown) with change to estimated original cost under WA 2 from ($ 1,067,000.00) to ($ 1,125,831.00), as submitted by L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. d/b/a L&G Engineering in connection to agreement # C-13-178-08-20 for "Job Specific Project"- Engineering Services required for Right-of-Way Acquisition, Compensable Utility Management Oversight for the FM 2220 (Ware Road) project from Mile 3 N (FM 1924) to Mile 5 N (FM 676 )located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4. 3. 59785 Requesting authority to purchase one (1) 2017 (Hamm HD120 VO DD 78" Vibratory Drum/Rear Oscillatory Drum Roller) for the Hidalgo County Precinct #4 [thru our membership/participation with Buy Board contract #515-16] from awarded vendor Wirtgen America, Inc. / Authorized Dealer (NPE) Nueces Power Equipment respectively through submitted Requisition #342358 in the amount of $180,806.90 and subject to SAM'S.gov. 4. 59717 a. Requesting approval of an (On Call) -[Professional Engineering Services] Agreement (approved for negotiations by CC on 05/02/17) with Halff Associates, Inc. for: Building Repairs, Renovations, Alteration, Additions and/or Other Related Services to County Owned Buildings (on an as needed basis), utilized by various departments for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4. b. Requesting approval of a professional appraisal services agreement with the "multiple" ranked and selected Appraisal Firms: Leonel Garza, Jr. & Associates, LLC & George J. Salazar, II d/b/a APPRAISAL HAUS for the purposes of (On Call) - [Appraisal Services] for: The Fair Market Value Appraisals in connection with the Acquisition of Land, Rights of Way, Easements, Condemnations and Disposition of County owned Property located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 (on an as needed basis) and as (approved for negotiations by CC from the "POOL" of Appraisers on 05/02/17). c. Requesting approval of a professional appraisal services agreement with PROFESSIONAL APPRAISAL SERVICE, INC. for the purposes of (On Call) [Appraisal "REVIEW" Services] for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 as approved for negotiations by CC from the "POOL" of Appraisers on 05/02/17). d. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 2 (with an estimated cost of 9,686.88) as submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers for Project: [Geo Technical Engineering Services] for "Milo Ponce Memorial Park Improvements" in connection to "on call" agreement# C-16-305-10-04 for projects located in Precinct 4 F. Public Defenders 1. 59578 a. Requesting exemption from competitive procurement requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024(a)(7)(a) proprietary software; b. Requesting approval of agreement for "On-line Research Services" with Lexis Nexis for the Public Defenders and subject to form 1295. G. Health & Human Services Dept. 1. 59691 Approval of "First Amendment" to Service Contract E-16-392-11-01 between Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department and Network Sciences, Inc., for the provision of Software Services for Indigent Health Care System [as permitted under the terms of the contract] with compliance with HB 1295 when and if applicable. 2. 59774 Request by Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Dept. to complete a Provider Agreement /Product Participation and Signature Sheet with acceptance and approval by Commissioners Court with authority to have the document executed and subject to legal review and no obligation of compliance with form 1295. H. Colonia Access Program Pct. 3 1. 59827 Presentation for discussion, consideration, and action on a recommendation by project Javier Hinojosa Engineering to award to lowest bidder meeting all specifications: Castle Enterprises, LLC in the amount of $205,914.93 for Bid No. CAP-17-124-04-26-YSS “Road & Drainage Construction for El Paraiso Subdivision.” I. Sheriff's Office 1. 59742 A. Pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't. Code, Subchapter D- 263.151(2)(A) &/or (B), declaration of Asset No: 38783 issued firearm [as further detailed in supporting documentation contained herein] as "Surplus" for the purpose of disposition [as permitted by Gov't. Code 614]; B. Pursuant to Gov't. Code, Section 614, [permitting a peace officer retiring from a governmental entity to purchase their assigned firearm] requesting that Hidalgo County Commissioner's Code approve the value of Lt. Jose N. Rodriguez issued firearm at the Fixed Asset Value [supporting documentation attached] at $50.88. 2. 59741 a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4), a professional service; b. Approval to enter into a final negotiated professional Veterinary Services Agreement with FOUR PAWS ANIMAL HOSPITAL for the purposes of "VETERINARY SERVICES" for the HIDALGO COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE, (subject to legal review). 3. 59644 Presentation of the sole responsible vendor, Montgomery Technology, Inc., submitting the lowest and best bid [as detailed in tabulation sheet contained herein &meeting all specifications/requirements] for the purpose of award and approval of contract [but in no event to exceed the statutory bid limit of $50K] for Request For Sealed Quotes titled: Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office -"Electronic Security MTI System Maintenance and Repair Services"-No: 2017-120-04-19-SGS. J. Adult Probation 1. 59495 Arnold Patrick-Executive Director, is formally requesting to remove fixed assets from their inventory list with detailed description of said fixed assets attached as "Exhibit A" inventory. K. Co. Wide 1. 59677 Presentation of the sole responsible vendor, Model Laundry submitting the lowest and best bid [meeting all specifications and/or requirements as detailed in the supporting documentation contained herein] for the purpose of award and approval of contract for Request for Bid titled: Hidalgo County - "Mats, Dust Mops & Shop Rags & Towels" through project No.: 2017-057-04-26-FAZ. 2. 59823 Requesting approval to accept bid and approval to award Contract to Pavement Markings Inc. lowest and best bidder over all and meeting all specified requirements for RFB No.2017-053-05-10-TDL "Striping / Markings of County Roads, County Parking Lots & Misc. County Owned Sites", subject to compliance with HB1295.
Open Forum
Closed Session: Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 59687 CCD-0343-H; State of Texas v D&S Bell Enterprises, Ltd.,et al D. 59865 CCD-0378-H; State of Texas & Hidalgo County v John Rigney & Melissa Rigney E. 59873 CL-17-2105-A; Saragoza Gomez & Anita Gomez v KHIP Ventures LLC, et al F. 59728 EEOC Charge No. 451-2016-0284; Jose Lauro Hinojosa v County of Hidalgo G. 59767 EEOC Charge No. 451-2017-01461; Maria Leal v County of Hidalgo H. 59726 Claim of Mary Alice Palacios I. 59697 Claim of Maria Mendoza J. 59702 Claim of Italy Perez K. 59704 Claim of Maria Solmonson L. 59808 Claim of Jim McAllen 23. 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. Requesting 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)
24. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 59688 CCD-0343-H; State of Texas v D&S Bell Enterprises, Ltd.,et al D. 59866 CCD-0378-H; State of Texas & Hidalgo County v. John Rigney & Melissa Rigney E. 59874 CL-17-2105-A; Saragoza Gomez & Anita Gomez v KHIP Ventures LLC, et al F. 59729 EEOC Charge No. 451-2016-02842; Jose Lauro Hinojosa v County of Hidalgo G. 59768 EEOC Charge No. 451-2017-01461; Maria Leal v County of Hidalgo H. 59727 Claim of Mary Alice Palacios I. 59698 Claim of Maria Mendoza J. 59703 Claim of Italy Perez K. 59705 Claim of Maria Solmonson L. 59809 Claim of Jim McAllen 27. Adjourn