Drainage District (Part 1 of 2)
1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. General Operations: A. 74344 Discussion and Possible Action as it relates to Proposition 8 Program. B. 74347 Requesting approval to declare Surplus approximately 7,022 Cubic Yards of Fill Dirt located at "Mile 6 West Road, -Outfall ''C'' in as much as an attempt was made for the sale and removal through RFB No.: HCDD1-20-005-02-05, advertised for (2) weeks, and No Bids were received. C. 74392 A. Request approval to designate $63,596.54 out of the District’s General Fund construction budget to assist Urban County’s construction of the Trenton Drain Phase II Project. B. Trenton Drain Phase III, Requesting approval of payments to Magic Valley Electric Cooperative in the amount of $11,525.53. This cost is for Magic Valley Electric Cooperative to remove existing pole and anchors and reroute to new location for the Trenton Drain Phase III – Trenton Rd. Crossing. C. Requesting approval of a budget amendment from the District’s General Fund in the amount of $1,361,390.17 to fund the open purchase orders made in 2019 for purchases and services that will be received in 2020 and paid out of the 2020 Budget year. D. Request approval to process a check out of the District General Fund in the amount of $435,739 to reimburse FEMA for Advance funds received during the Hurricane Dolly rain event D. 74394 A. Request approval of Payment in the amount of $159,227.90 to Hidalgo County Precinct #1 for the Rental of Equipment of the fourth quarter of 2019, for the Construction of the following projects: PSJA Lateral Drainage on Owassa and Raul Longoria – $ 4,797.57 2018 Bond Project #24, Mile 9 and FM1015 - $ 62,201.62 2012 Bond Project Delta Basin - $ 92,228.71 B. Request approval of payment out of the TWDB reimbursement funds in the amount of $224,770.07 to Hidalgo County Precinct #4 for Construction of Segment 1 of the Hidalgo County Raymondville Drain for the periods as follows: Pay Periods 23-26 from 2019 $ 178,836.51 Pay Periods 01-02 from 2020 $ 45,933.56 E. 74396 Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for Lab Services, Inc. Contract No. C-HCDD1-19-078-01-28 to amend the Service Agreement to meet US DOT regulations on the annual minimum drug and alcohol random testing rates for 2020. Subject to legal review and compliance with HB-1295 F. 74302 1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Surveying Services. 2. Presentation of scoring grid of firms graded through the District's "Pool" of pre-qualified Professional Surveyors for the purpose of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors in connection with Professional Surveying Services On-Call (on an as needed basis) required for Hidalgo County Drainage District Projects. (C-HCDD1-20-017-__-__) FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK: ROW Surveying Services, LLC 94.67 Melden & Hunt, Inc. 94.00 R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation 92.00 3.) Pursuant to the Boards approval, requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Professional Surveying Services Agreement with the number one (1) ranked firm of:__________________________ for the provisions of Professional Surveying Services On-Call (on an as needed basis) for Hidalgo County Drainage District Projects. G. 74286 1. Requesting approval to accept bids and award a Construction Contract to lowest and best bidder meeting all specified requirements, Mor-Wil, LLC, for RFB No. HCDD1-20-001-12-27, “ Hidalgo Drain & Dicker Road Box Culvert Crossing", Base Bid and Alternate 2, in the total amount $461,346.62, as recommended by HCDD1 Engineer IV, Jose Noe Saldivar, P.E, (subject to Legal Approval and Compliance with HB1295). 2. 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". 6. 2018 Bond Referendum Projects: A. 74400 Acceptance and approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for services under Work Authorization No. 1, through Contract No. C-HCDD1-19-033-05-07 with B2Z Engineering, LLC, resulting in an estimated cost increase of $11,509.34 for Construction Materials Testing Services for the Pharr-McAllen Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #31. 7. 2012 Bond Referendum - 2013 Bond Series: A. 74409 1. Requesting approval to accept bids and award a Construction Contract to lowest and best bidder meeting all specified requirements, Castle Enterprises, LLC, for RFB No. HCDD1-20-002-02-05, “ Mission Inlet Drainage Improvements Project (Section C& F)", Base Bid, in the total amount $1,091,768.01, as recommended by project engineer L & G Engineering (subject to Legal Approval and Compliance with HB1295). 2. 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". 8. General Fund: A. 74356 Requesting approval to enter into a 60 month Lease Agreement with Dell Financial Services, LLC, through the District's membership and participation with the Texas Department of Information Resources, contract with Dell Marketing LP, (Contract No. DIR-TSO-3763) for the lease and technical support of a Total of (40) Forty Dell computers in the amount of $1,330.29 per month. Subject to compliance with HB1295. 9. Right of Way Acquisitions: A. 74379 Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 28 as it relates to the Raymondville Drain Ph I Seg 4 project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, pending final legal review. 10. Closed Session: Board of Directors may go into Closed Session pursuant to Subchapter D of Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code to discuss the following: A. Real Property (Tex. Gov't Code 551.072) B. Personnel Matters (Tex. Gov't. Code 551.074) C. Consultation with Attorney Regarding: a) Pending or Contemplated Litigation: b) a Settlement Offer: or c) a Matter in Which the Duty of the Attorney to the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas Clearly Conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (Tex. Gov't. Code 551.071) 11. Open Session: A. Possible Action of Real Estate Acquisition B. Possible Action on Pending and/or Potential Litigation 12. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
District Clerk: A. 74375 Resolution Honoring Pct. 3 Constable Larry Gallardo for his services as President of the Texas Association of Counties
District Attorney's Office: A. 74041 Proclamation declaring February 2020 as Young Hearts Matter Teen Dating Violence Prevention Month.
Drainage District (Part 2 of 2)
1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. General Operations: A. 74344 Discussion and Possible Action as it relates to Proposition 8 Program. B. 74347 Requesting approval to declare Surplus approximately 7,022 Cubic Yards of Fill Dirt located at "Mile 6 West Road, -Outfall ''C'' in as much as an attempt was made for the sale and removal through RFB No.: HCDD1-20-005-02-05, advertised for (2) weeks, and No Bids were received. C. 74392 A. Request approval to designate $63,596.54 out of the District’s General Fund construction budget to assist Urban County’s construction of the Trenton Drain Phase II Project. B. Trenton Drain Phase III, Requesting approval of payments to Magic Valley Electric Cooperative in the amount of $11,525.53. This cost is for Magic Valley Electric Cooperative to remove existing pole and anchors and reroute to new location for the Trenton Drain Phase III – Trenton Rd. Crossing. C. Requesting approval of a budget amendment from the District’s General Fund in the amount of $1,361,390.17 to fund the open purchase orders made in 2019 for purchases and services that will be received in 2020 and paid out of the 2020 Budget year. D. Request approval to process a check out of the District General Fund in the amount of $435,739 to reimburse FEMA for Advance funds received during the Hurricane Dolly rain event D. 74394 A. Request approval of Payment in the amount of $159,227.90 to Hidalgo County Precinct #1 for the Rental of Equipment of the fourth quarter of 2019, for the Construction of the following projects: PSJA Lateral Drainage on Owassa and Raul Longoria – $ 4,797.57 2018 Bond Project #24, Mile 9 and FM1015 - $ 62,201.62 2012 Bond Project Delta Basin - $ 92,228.71 B. Request approval of payment out of the TWDB reimbursement funds in the amount of $224,770.07 to Hidalgo County Precinct #4 for Construction of Segment 1 of the Hidalgo County Raymondville Drain for the periods as follows: Pay Periods 23-26 from 2019 $ 178,836.51 Pay Periods 01-02 from 2020 $ 45,933.56 E. 74396 Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for Lab Services, Inc. Contract No. C-HCDD1-19-078-01-28 to amend the Service Agreement to meet US DOT regulations on the annual minimum drug and alcohol random testing rates for 2020. Subject to legal review and compliance with HB-1295 F. 74302 1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Surveying Services. 2. Presentation of scoring grid of firms graded through the District's "Pool" of pre-qualified Professional Surveyors for the purpose of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors in connection with Professional Surveying Services On-Call (on an as needed basis) required for Hidalgo County Drainage District Projects. (C-HCDD1-20-017-__-__) FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK: ROW Surveying Services, LLC 94.67 Melden & Hunt, Inc. 94.00 R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation 92.00 3.) Pursuant to the Boards approval, requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Professional Surveying Services Agreement with the number one (1) ranked firm of:__________________________ for the provisions of Professional Surveying Services On-Call (on an as needed basis) for Hidalgo County Drainage District Projects. G. 74286 1. Requesting approval to accept bids and award a Construction Contract to lowest and best bidder meeting all specified requirements, Mor-Wil, LLC, for RFB No. HCDD1-20-001-12-27, “ Hidalgo Drain & Dicker Road Box Culvert Crossing", Base Bid and Alternate 2, in the total amount $461,346.62, as recommended by HCDD1 Engineer IV, Jose Noe Saldivar, P.E, (subject to Legal Approval and Compliance with HB1295). 2. 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". 6. 2018 Bond Referendum Projects: A. 74400 Acceptance and approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for services under Work Authorization No. 1, through Contract No. C-HCDD1-19-033-05-07 with B2Z Engineering, LLC, resulting in an estimated cost increase of $11,509.34 for Construction Materials Testing Services for the Pharr-McAllen Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #31. 7. 2012 Bond Referendum - 2013 Bond Series: A. 74409 1. Requesting approval to accept bids and award a Construction Contract to lowest and best bidder meeting all specified requirements, Castle Enterprises, LLC, for RFB No. HCDD1-20-002-02-05, “ Mission Inlet Drainage Improvements Project (Section C& F)", Base Bid, in the total amount $1,091,768.01, as recommended by project engineer L & G Engineering (subject to Legal Approval and Compliance with HB1295). 2. 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". 8. General Fund: A. 74356 Requesting approval to enter into a 60 month Lease Agreement with Dell Financial Services, LLC, through the District's membership and participation with the Texas Department of Information Resources, contract with Dell Marketing LP, (Contract No. DIR-TSO-3763) for the lease and technical support of a Total of (40) Forty Dell computers in the amount of $1,330.29 per month. Subject to compliance with HB1295. 9. Right of Way Acquisitions: A. 74379 Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 28 as it relates to the Raymondville Drain Ph I Seg 4 project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, pending final legal review. 10. Closed Session: Board of Directors may go into Closed Session pursuant to Subchapter D of Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code to discuss the following: A. Real Property (Tex. Gov't Code 551.072) B. Personnel Matters (Tex. Gov't. Code 551.074) C. Consultation with Attorney Regarding: a) Pending or Contemplated Litigation: b) a Settlement Offer: or c) a Matter in Which the Duty of the Attorney to the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas Clearly Conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (Tex. Gov't. Code 551.071) 11. Open Session: A. Possible Action of Real Estate Acquisition B. Possible Action on Pending and/or Potential Litigation 12. Adjourn
1. 74378 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. 74367 Presentation of Fund Information Report B. 74326 Pursuant to Local Government Code §114.044, requesting approval of the attached monthly collections reports. C. 74325 Pursuant to Local Government Code §115.0035, requesting approval of the attached County Auditor's review/audit letters. 3. 2019 Intradepartmental transfers: A. 74357 2019 - Constable Pct 1 (1285) B. 74279 2019 - Constable Pct 1 (1284) C. 74336 2019 - Constable Pct. 2 (1284) D. 74268 2019 - Constable Pct. 3 - 1284 E. 74267 2019 - Constable Pct. 3 (1284) F. 74261 2019 - Constable Pct. 3 (1285) G. 74291 2019 - Constable Precinct 4 (1285 JII) H. 74290 2019 - Constable Precinct 4 (1285 Security) I. 74289 2019 - Constable Precinct 4 (1285) J. 74262 2019 - Sheriff's Office OPSG FY16 (1284) K. 74241 2019 - CO2019 A Pct.4 (1355) 4. 2020 Intradepartmental transfers: A. 74410 2020 Pct.4 ICA UT Health (1100) B. 74407 2020 Pct.4 Road Maint (1200) C. 74294 2020 - WIC ADM(1292) D. 74388 2020 - Pct. 3 Rd. Maint. (1200) E. 74281 2020 - Pct 2 Parks (1100) F. 74282 2020 - Pct 2 Rd Maint (1200) G. 74256 2020 - Co Mech Shop (1200) H. 74338 2020 - Constable Precinct 4 (1100) I. 74351 2020 - I.T. Department (1100 C.W.) J. 74355 2020 - Self-Funded Health Benefits (2201) K. 74328 2020 - Constable Pct 1 (1100) L. 74323 2020- J.P. Pct. 3 , Pl.1 (1100) M. 74332 2020 - I.T. Countywide (1100) N. 74314 2020 - District Clerk (1100) O. 74317 2020 - Public Defense (1100) P. 74235 2020 - Fire Marshal (1100) Q. 74219 2020 - D.A. CJD BPU (1281) R. 74240 2020 - Purchasing (1100) S. 74263 2020 - Constable Pct. 3 (1100) T. 74212 2020 - PCT1 ADM (1200) U. 74215 2020 - PCT1 SANITATION (1100) V. 74216 2020 - PCT1 Parks (1100) W. 74346 2020 - Health & Human Services Dept. / TECE (1293) X. 74223 2020 - Health & Human Services Dept. - PHEP Hazards (1293) Y. 74218 2020 - Health & Human Services Dept. - PHEP Hazards (1293) Z. 74200 2020 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Clinics (1100) AA. 74205 2020 - Health & Human Services Dept. - TB State (1293) BB. 74199 2020 - Jail (1100) CC. 74211 2020 - Jail (1100) DD. 74192 2020 - Public Defender's (1100) 5. 2020 Interdepartmental transfers: A. 74406 Facilities Management (1100): Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co.Wide Adm-Contingency into Facilities Management Security Division in the amount of $24,152.40 to fund fire monitoring costs. B. 74287 Pct 1 (1100): Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Pct. 1 Sanitation Program (001) to CRC program (050) in the amount of $1,000.00, to cover expenditures for signs needed throughout the CRC building and parking lot. C. 74210 Pct1 Rd Maint (1200) Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Pct1 Adm to Pct1 Rd Maint in the total amount of $25,000.00 for general supplies. D. 74270 Pct 2 ICA Cesar Chavez Rd Prj (1200): Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Road Maintenance to Pct 2 ICA Cesar Chavez Road Project in the amount of $8,992.57. E. 74220 IT Countywide (1100): Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm-Contingency into IT Co. Wide in the total amount of $1,364.63 to purchase 12,000 barcoded labels used in the Sanitation Fee Program countywide. F. 74242 NEW S/D DEV STREETLIGHTS (1100): Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co Wide Admin to NEW S/D DEV STREETLIGHTS in the amount of $70,196.29 to fund future streetlight bills for the remainder of the year. G. 74304 Purchasing (1100): Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm-Contingency into Purchasing in the total amount of $8,852.00 to fund various expenditures. H. 74213 Indigent Defense (1100): Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co.Wide Adm-Contingency into Indigent Defense in the amount of $7,209.10 to purchase new computers and renew notary bonds. I. 74196 Nuisance Abatement (1100): Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co.Wide Adm-Contingency into Nuisance Abatement in the amount of $1,562.40 to fund 5 Samsung Galaxy tablets. J. 74204 Safety (1100): Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm-Contingency into Safety in the amount of $4,000.00 to fund three recertifications. 6. Planning Department: A. 74309 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. 74369 1. Pipeline and Utility Permits a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation Legal Description: Capisallo District Subdivision Lot 15 Blk. 63 (Pct. 1) (Mile 1/2 Road and Mile 9 North Road) Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” water line south of Mile 9 North Road. Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 9 North Road. b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation Legal Description: La Blanca Ag. Company Subdivision B Blk. 47 (Pct. 1) (Mile 11 ½ North Road and Goolie Road) Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” water line north of Mile 11 ½ North Road. Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 11 ½ North Road. C. 74313 1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMITS a. Applicant: Military Highway Water Supply Corporation Legal Description: Alamo Land & Sugar Lot 7 & 8 Blk. 34 (Pct. 1) (Border Road and Ridge Road) Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 6” water line east of Border Road. Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 8” PVC water line with a 16” PVC casing boring Border Road and extending west approximate 461.00 feet along the north side of Ridge Road . b. Applicant: Agua SUD Legal Description: Texas Gardens Lot 5 Blk. 8 (Pct. 3) (Western Road and 4 Mile Line Road) Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” water line west of Western Road. Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water line service with a 2” PVC casing boring Western Road. c. Applicant: Castle Enterprises, LLC. Legal Description: Mo- Tex Lot 7 Blk. 90 (Proposed K K& H Subdivision) (Pct. 4) (Mile 20 Road and Uresti Road) Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” water line west of Uresti Road. Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water line service with a 2” PVC casing boring Uresti Road. d. Applicant: Texas International Irrigation Inc. Legal Description: Hill-Halbert Blk. 95 (Pct. 1) (Alberta Road and Val Verde Road) Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 12” PVC Irrigation line north of Alberta Road. Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 12” steel Irrigation line boring Alberta Road. D. 74239 1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee a. Mesquite Xrossing Subdivision - Pct. 1 (RGV Auto Source) (F.M. 88 & Mile 14 North Road) *Reimbursement request: $1,500.00 for (1) OSSF. E. 74265 1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee a. Dollar General-Donna Subdivision - Pct. 1 (The Buchalter Co., Inc.) (F.M. 493 & Mile 12 ½ Road) *Reimbursement request: $1,814.00 for utility work. F. 74231 1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee a. Paris Ranches Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Richard A. Garza, President of BIC Dev. Corp.) (Mile 6 West Road & Mile 16 North Road) *Reimbursement request: $1,500.00 for (1) OSSF. b. AKC Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Cohrs Properties, Inc.) (Border Road & Moore Road) *Reimbursement request: $2,000.00 for (2) OSSF’s. c. Oakhill Ranch Ph. 2 Subdivision - Pct. 1 (J&DMC Properties, LLC) (F.M. 88 & Mile 20 North Road) * Reimbursement request: $3,000.00 for (3) OSSF’s. 7. Monthly Fee Reports: A. 74324 District Attorney's Office Check Fraud Fees Monthly Report - 2020 January 8. Tax Refunds: A. 74243 Account Number Payer Amount A2100.00.083.0005.00 Espinoza Adam & Catarina $2,657.30 S2950.00.000.0276.00 Perez Ramiro & Andrea $2,603.08 T1048.00.000.0033.00 Chavez Iliana $8,523.75 B. 74209 ACCOUNT NUMBER PAYER AMOUNT K8900.00.001.0001.00 WAL-MART REAL ESTATE BUSINESS TRUST C/O WAL-MART PROPERTY TAX DEP $77,390.22 M4165.02.000.0001.00 WAL-MART REAL ESTATE BUSINESS TRUST $86,578.20 T4545.00.001.001A.00 WAL-MART STORES $104,818.45 T6873.00.001.001A.00 WAL-MART STORES TEXAS LP #3886 $125,180.03 9. Membership Dues/Certifications: B. 74345 Approval to pay 2020 JPCA membership dues to Texas Association of Counties in the amount of $60.00 for Judge Luis J. Garza with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. C. 74303 WIC: Requesting approval for payment to the Texas Association of Local WIC Directors (TALWD) in the amount of $990.00 (45.00 each)for registration. P.O. 810655 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor. This is for the Peer Counselors who attended a 1 day training on Lactation Principles on January 21, 2020. Due to the time frame T-1 was not completed. E. 74187 County Commissioners (1100): Approval to pay 2020 membership dues with authority for County Treasurer to issue check once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor for the following: VENDOR AMOUNT ACCT. # REQ. # National Association of Counties (NACO) $11,983.00 0-1100-413-30-125-004-0-810 407673 Texas Association of Counties $ 2,440.00 0-1100-413-30-125-004-0-810 407672 Texas Conference of Urban Counties $24,648.00 0-1100-413-30-125-004-0-810 407676 Amigos Del Valle $ 5,000.00 0-1100-444-00-125-018-0-810 407661 LRGVDC $45,802.00 0-1100-413-00-125-004-0-810 407677 F. 74181 District Attorney (1100): Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA) for several District Attorney's Office employees, in the amount of $835.00 (Requisition #409116), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor. 10. Urban County: A. 74322 Request for approval of one (1) applicant in the City of Donna, one (1) applicant in the City of Edcouch and one (1) applicant in the Countywide area under the Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program, contingent upon environmental review clearance. 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. 74075 Constable Pct. #2: 1. Requesting removal of said weaponry (2 service handguns) from Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 2 fixed asset inventory so as to use as trade-in for the purchase of new weaponry; 2. Authority to purchase new weaponry (3 service handguns) and be added to Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 2 fixed asset inventory list, detailed in supporting documentation contained herein: so as to complete the transaction and purchase, vendor Sig Sauer, Inc. Requisition # 408812 B. 74206 IT Department: Requesting approval to enter into a 12 month Service Subscription Agreement through Hidalgo County's participation/membership with Cooperative Contract (DIR-TSO-3814) with Siteimprove for website analysis services to be used on Hidalgo County's Website. Services will be billed annually. D. 74385 Requesting approval of WA No. 4 under Pct 4 contract (#C-19-252-07-16) submitted by Halff Associates, Inc. for Texas Agrilife Extension Services, in the amount of $12,598.00. (req 410035) for professional engineering services required in connection with sewer line repairs/replacement to be undertaken and completed by HC Facilities Management. E. 74329 IT Department: Requesting approval for County Judge to complete and sign all additional required documentation for the lease of computers and monitors through Dell Marketing L.P. approved on CC 10/08/19 through AI-72532. F. 74335 PCT. #1: Acceptance and approval of invoice #11327990 in the amount of $28,639.52 submitted by L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc.for Mile 10 Project (Mile 6-FM1015) - WA#1, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after auditing procedures completed. G. 74337 Acceptance and approval of the following invoices for FM 1015 Project as submitted by contracted project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after auditing procedures completed: Project PO Number Inv. Date Inv. Number Inv. Amount WA#1 785461 01/31/2020 11327996 $50,317.58 WA#2 793535 01/31/2020 11327997 $ 8,340.77 H. 74339 PCT. #1 (1315): Acceptance and approval of invoice #11327999 in the amount of $20,961.07 submitted by L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. for Mile 6 Project (M11-SH107) - WA#1, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after auding procedures completed. I. 74340 PCT. #1 (1351): Requesting approval to pay invoice # 10046 in the amount of $4,788.50 for services rendered in connection with Tax Office Project - WA#1, as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC. J. 74342 Requesting approval of Application Payment No. 4 in the amount of $86,084.11 for services rendered in connection with the "Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for the Pct. 1 Tax Office Project GMP Amendment #1" as submitted by Erickson Construction, LLC. K. 74373 Juvenile Probation (Boot Camp): Requesting approval to declare items as surplus and salvage [unusable] and remove the items from the assets inventory list. L. 74408 Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $839,671.90 for the Pct 2 Dicker Road Project submitted by the contractor, 2GS, LLC through Contract C-19-017-11-05 and reviewed by the project engineer, Saul R. Munoz, P.E. M. 74364 Approval of Application for Payment No. 33 in the amount of $12,824.18 for the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park project submitted by contractor, Clore Construction, LLC through Contract C-16-378-02-21 and reviewed by the project engineer, Ricardo Gallaga, P.E. N. 74361 1. Requesting authority to enter into (1) new 36-month (capital) lease with Canon Financial Services, Inc., for Copier Model IR-C256iF III through our membership/participation with Department of Information (DIR) contract DIR-CPO-4437 through requisition #410014 in the amount of $91.29 per month-equipment, maintenance service agreement 5000 B/W copies per month @ $64.00/month with overages billed @ $0.0128 per copy, 800 color copies per month @ $63.04/month with overages billed @ $0.0788 per copy for a total monthly cost of $218.33; effective upon approval and delivery & installation and subject to compliance with HB-1295; 2. Requesting authority to enter into (1) new 36-month (capital) lease with Canon Financial Services, Inc for Copier Model IR-5535i III through our membership/participation with Department of Information (DIR) contract DIR-CPO-4437 through requisition #410022 in the amount of 166.80 per month-equipment, maintenance service agreement 3,000 B/W copies per month @ $23.70/month with overages billed @ $0.0079 per copy, 1000 color copies per month @ $58.60/month with overages billed @ $0.0586 per copy for a total monthly cost of $249.10; effective upon approval and delivery & installation and subject to compliance with HB-1295; 3. Requesting authority to enter into (1) new 36-month (capital) lease with Canon Financial Services, Inc for Copier Model IR-5535i III through our membership/participation with Department of Information (DIR) contract DIR-CPO-4437 through requisition #410033 in the amount of 166.80 per month-equipment, maintenance service agreement 1,500 B/W copies per month @ $11.85/month with overages billed @ $0.0079 per copy, 600 color copies per month @ $35.16/month with overages billed @ $0.0586 per copy for a total monthly cost of $213.81; effective upon approval and delivery & installation and subject to compliance with HB-1295. O. 74327 Requesting approval of payment for the following invoices listed below submitted by the project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC., for engineering services provided for Pct 2 Projects: Project Name Invoice Date Invoice # Amount PO# Las Milpas Park Youth Facility Project 02/04/20 20203 $ 1,933.09 767363 Military Highway Extension Project 02/04/20 20204 $27,634.66 770537 Regional Linear Park Project-Phase II 02/04/20 20205 $43,931.74 790326 Valle Alto Park Youth Facility Project 02/04/20 20206 $ 4,408.32 792886 Dicker Road Project 02/04/20 20207 $19,888.22 803856 Indoor Baseball Park Restroom Renov. Project 02/04/20 20208 $ 846.45 807991 P. 74315 Requesting approval of payment for the following invoices listed below submitted by the project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for engineering services provided for Pct 2 Projects: Project Name Invoice Date Invoice # Amount PO# Regional Linear Park Project (WA#6) 01/31/20 11327982 $ 896.28 745253 Regional Linear Park Project (WA#8) 01/31/20 11327983 $ 5,893.24 759102 Dicker Road Project 01/31/20 11328013 $ 4,029.69 778854 Regional Linear Park Project (WA#10) 01/31/20 11328017 $ 3,067.55 779803 Cesar Chavez Road Project (WA#1) 01/31/20 11328018 $12,926.44 732294 Eldora Road Project 01/31/20 11328019 $ 3,330.22 732796 Q. 74307 Approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by contracted/project engineer L&G Consulting Engineers Inc.: Invoice No. Date Project PO No. Amount 11327992 1-31-2020 FM 676 (Mile 5) 806793 $ 57,680.00 11327988 1-31-2020 Veterans Blvd. 772041 $ 30,155.00 11328023 1-31-2020 Mile 3 Project WA #6 784305 $ 20,250.00 11328022 1-31-2020 Mile 3 Project WA #5 773904 $ 10,000.00 11327987 1-31-2020 Mile 3 Project WA #4 771660 $ 3,600.00 11327986 1-31-2020 FM 494 Shary Rd. WA #4 779844 $ 1,512.00 11327985 1-31-2020 FM 494 Shary Rd. WA #3 772303 $ 1,008.00 11327991 1-31-2020 Liberty Rd. Project WA #3 735526 $ 12,614.40 R. 74319 Human Resources/Civil Service requests pursuant to Texas State Constitution Article 3, Section 52 the declaration of a "public purpose" with authority to purchase promotional items to be utilized when attending or hosting public functions to include, but not limited to, speaking events, presentations, meetings, ceremonies, and school career days, etc. and the affixing of any applicable identifying logos effective upon Commissioners Court and valid through 12-31-20. S. 74308 Executive Office - Traffic Engineering: Acceptance and approval of the following invoice for representation at RGV-MPO Policy & TAC Committee 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 Consulting Engineers, Inc. 1/31/20 11328021 $12,577.44 811639 T. 74266 Pct. 1 (1351): Requesting approval to pay invoice #10032966 in the amount of $23,984.96 for professional engineering services rendered in connection with the Precinct 1 Administration building-Emergency Generator-WA# 2, as submitted by Halff Associates, Inc. U. 74189 Approval of a one (1) forty-eight (48) month Capital Copier Lease with G. E. Capital Information Technology Solutions, dba, Ricoh USA, through Hidalgo County's membership/participation in DIR's Cooperative Contract [DIR-CPO-4435]: REQUISITION # MONTHS MODEL MONTHLY PAYMENT 00408961 48 MPC307 $72.85 V. 74264 County Clerk's Office: Requesting approval of six (6) thirty-six (36) months Capital Copier Leases with G.E. Capital Information Technology solutions, dba, Ricoh USA through Hidalgo County's membership/participation in DIR Contract [DIR-CPO-4435]. REQUISITIONS MONTHS MODEL MONTHLY PAYMENT 00409114 - COLLECTIONS 36 MP2555SP $80.32 00409114 - McALLEN OFFICE 36 MP2555SP $80.32 00409114 - VITAL & PROBATION 36 MP5055SP $179.41 00409114 - RECORDINGS 36 MP5055SP $179.41 00409114 - CRIMINAL DEPARTMENT 36 MP5055SP $179.41 00409114 - CIVIL DEPARTMENT 36 MP5055SP $179.41 W. 74277 Approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by contracted project engineer; L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. Invoice No. Invoice Date Project Invoice Amount P.O. Number 11328000 01/31/2020 FM2220 Ware Rd. WA#1 FM676 to FM1925 $ 1,566.10 728311 11328015 01/31/2020 FM1925 WA#1 Wallace Rd to 10th $ 6,198.00 739761 11328016 01/31/2020 FM1925 WA#2 10th to McColl $ 14,389.60 785986 11328014 01/31/2020 FM1925 10th to McColl WA#1 $ 2,046.84 725312 11327989 01/31/2020 FM1925 WA#3 Alamo Rd to Sharp Rd. $ 22,176.00 785987 11327998 01/31/2020 FM1925 FM907 East to SH68 $ 2,856.16 703928 11327995 01/31/2020 Mile 5 Project WA#2 $ 20,470.46 808447 X. 74280 Requesting approval of one (1) forty-eight (48) months Capital Copier Lease with awarded vendor G.E. Capital Information Technology Solutions, dba, Ricoh USA through Hidalgo County's membership/participation in the DIR Cooperative Purchasing Program Contract [DIR-CPO-4435]: REQUISITION # MONTHS MODEL MONTHLY PAYMENT 00409375 48 IMC4500 $319.42 Y. 74252 Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 1 to increase contract in an estimated amount of $6,517.12 for the current contract [C-18-227-09-18] with B2Z Consulting Engineers, professional services for, "Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Structural Assessment Project" . Z. 74293 Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $65,330.09 to Erickson Construction, LLC. for the "Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for the Pct 2 Las Milpas Park Youth Facility Project GMP Amendment #2", through Contract# C-17-324-07-17, and as certified for payment by the project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC. AA. 74237 1. Recommendation from majority of end users for CC to reject the sole bid received from Texas Reclamation, LLC, dba, UTW Collection for RFB titled: Tire Disposal Services-HC [#2020-005-01-29 ABV]; 2. Requesting authority to exercise the sixty (60) day grace period extension as provided in the current contract E-19-003-12-04 for Hidalgo County- " Tire Disposal Services" with UTW Tires Collection Services dba Texas Land Reclamation, LLC under the same rates, terms and conditions so as to have no lapse in service while procurement process is completed and awarded. BB. 74193 Approval of the addition of fuel cards/users including, but not limited to, the following: 1. Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office - fuel card user 2. Hidalgo County Adult Probation Department - fuel card users 3. Hidalgo County Emergency Management Division- fuel card user 4. Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 2 - fuel card user
74377 Constable Pct 1 (1100): Requesting approval to pay membership dues for 2020 National Narcotic Detector Dog Association, Inc., for Deputy Pablo Alegria in the amount of $55 (req#410036) with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedure are completed by County Auditor.
74188 Purchasing Department: Approval to pay the following memberships for 2020 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review,audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor's Office: 1. Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts - $ 100.00 Req # 00406937 2. The American Institute of Architects (AIA) - $ 4,999.99 Req # 00406931 3. Texas Public Purchasing Association - $ 150.00 Req # 00407101 4. The Institute of Public Public Procurement (NIGP) $ 1,400.00 Req # 00409400 5. R.S. Means (on line software) $ 3,387.99 Req # 00409401
Budget & Management: A. 74250 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 January 16-31, 2020 in the amount of $43,129.19 and requesting approval of wire transfer. B. 74249 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $794,484.02 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 01/16/20 to 01/29/20. 01/16-22/20 $233,655.10 01/23-29/20 $560,828.92 TOTAL $794,484.022. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
74363 County Wide: 1. Requesting authority to exercise the first (1st) one year extension as permitted [2 possible] in the current contract under the same rates, terms and conditions with Adapco, LLC as provided in the current contract agreement C-18-248-02-12 "Purchase of Mosquito Control Chemicals". Extension E-20-004-02-11 Effective 02/13/20 - 02-12-20; 2. Requesting authority to exercise the first (1st) one year extension as permitted [2 possible] in the current agreement under the same rates, terms and conditions with Rentokil North America, Inc. Dba- Target Specialty Products as provided in the current contract agreement C-18-248A-02-12 "Purchase of Mosquito Control Chemicals". Extension E-20-004A-02-11 Effective 02/13/20 - 02/12/21 3. Requesting authority to exercise the first (1st) one year extension term [of 2 possible] under the same rates, terms and conditions with Clarke Mosquito Control Products, Inc.as provided in the current contract agreement C-18-248C-02-12 "Purchase of Mosquito Control Chemicals". Extension E-20-004C-02-11 Effective 02/13/20 - 02/12/21
Open Forum
B. 74316 DA - Victims Unit Court Advocate Project (VUCAP) (1281): Approval to submit a VUCAP Grant #3596402 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
Sheriff's Office: A. 74036 Violence Against Women Justice and Training Program (1284): 1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2021 Violence Against Women Justice and Training Program (VAWA) Program with the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office Criminal Justice Division. 2. Authorization for the County Judge to e-sign the required documentation under eGrants as authorized official. B. 74352 Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) 1284: 1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2020 Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) SHSP-LETPA with the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office. 2. Authorization for the County Judge to e-sign the required documentation under eGrants as authorized official. C. 74185 Sheriff's Office - Operation Stonegarden FY 2017 (1284): Authorization to request a grant adjustment for a 3 month extension for FY 2017 Operation Stonegarden (grant #3172203) with authority for Co. Judge to certify adjustment on eGrants. D. 74182 Sheriff's Office - Operation Stonegarden (1284): 1. Authorization and approval to accept the Grant Adjustment Notice in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY 2018 and authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to certify grant adjustment on Egrants. 2. Approval of intradepartmental transfer to reflect budget adjustment.
Constable Pct. #1: A. 74350 Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Ricardo Perez as Deputy Constable by Constable Celestino, Avila Jr., Constable Pct. 1 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011 B. 74362 Constable Pct 1 - Operation Stonegarden (1284): 1. Authorization and approval to accept the Grant Adjustment Notice in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY 2018 and authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to certify grant adjustment on Egrants. 2. Approval of intradepartmental transfer to reflect budget adjustment. C. 74341 Constable Pct. 1: Requesting approval for the County Judge to execute FY 2019 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report.
74251 Constable Pct. 1 (1100): Approval to create one (1) full-time temporary position, effective 02/11/2020 thru 12/31/2020 as follows: Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Rank Create 291-001 T018 Deputy Constable 06
Constable Pct. #1: A. 74350 Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Ricardo Perez as Deputy Constable by Constable Celestino, Avila Jr., Constable Pct. 1 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011 B. 74362 Constable Pct 1 - Operation Stonegarden (1284): 1. Authorization and approval to accept the Grant Adjustment Notice in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY 2018 and authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to certify grant adjustment on Egrants. 2. Approval of intradepartmental transfer to reflect budget adjustment. C. 74341 Constable Pct. 1: Requesting approval for the County Judge to execute FY 2019 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report.
Constable Pct. #2: A. 74247 Constable Pct. 2 - LBSP FY 2021 (1284): 1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY 2021 Grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Division (HSGD), through egrants. 2. Authorization for County Judge Richard Cortez, as authorized official,to e-sign application under egrants. 3. Approval of Rosolution for LBSP FY 2021 Grant to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required documents (grant period September 1, 2020 to August 31, 2021). B. 74105 Constable Pct. 2: Requesting approval for the County Judge to execute FY 2019 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report. C. 74197 Constable Pct. 2 CCP59 (1260): Approval of 2020 appropriation of fund balance for Constable Precinct 2 Chapter 59 in the amount of $1,582.52.
Constable Pct. #3: A. 74190 Constable Pct. 3 Presentation and discussion of the 2019 Racial Profiling report, as presented by the Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 3 Department, in accordance with Article 2.132 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedures. B. 74047 Constable Pct. 3 - LBSP FY 2021 (1284) 1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY 2021 Grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Division (HSGD), through egrants. 2. Authorization for County Judge Richard Cortez, as authorized official, to e-sign application under egrants. 3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP FY 2021 Grant to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required documents (grant period September 1, 2020 - August 31, 2021)
Constable Pct. #4: A. 74292 Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Juan Ricardo Guzman as Reserve Deputy Constable by Constable A. "J.R." Gaitan, Constable Precinct 4 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.
Constable Pct. #5: A. 74236 Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Michael Anzaldua and Carlos Ramos as Reserve Deputy Constables by Constable Daniel Marichalar, Constable Pct 5 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.
Executive Office: A. Presentation for discussion of the following: 1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects 2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting B. 74321 Introduction of new Facilities Management Director C. 74203 Requesting permission by Museum of South Texas History to use county parking lots near the museum for visitor parking for the following events: * Pioneer & Ranching Crafts Day; Saturday, Feb. 15; 8-5 pm * The Big Squeeze; Saturday, April 4; 8am-5pm * Fiesta de Oro; Saturday, April 18; 8am-6p.m. * Summer Nights at the Museum, Thursdays, June 11 & 25; July 9; 5:30pm * ¡Fandango! de Oro; Saturday, October 3; 4-11p.m. * Catrina Ball, Friday, October 23; 3p.m. to 10p.m. * Dia de los Muertos, Saturday, October 24; 2p.m.-10p.m. * Golden Anniversary Former Trustee Reunion; Thursday or Friday, Nov. 19 or 20; 5-11p.m. * Fiesta de Noche Buena; Sunday, Dec. 13; 1-5p.m.
B. 74405 Approval of the 2020 Position Inventory List. C. 74251 Constable Pct. 1 (1100): Approval to create one (1) full-time temporary position, effective 02/11/2020 thru 12/31/2020 as follows: Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Rank Create 291-001 T018 Deputy Constable 06 D. 74258 370th District Court (1100) / 332nd District Court (1100): 1.Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners' Court approval: Action Dept. / Prg. Slot # Obj. Code Position Title Current Supplemental Allowance Current Supplemental Allowance Add Supplemental Pay 007-001 0001 117 Court Reporter $0.00 $3,000.00 Remove Supplemental Pay 006-001 0002 117 Court Coordinator (DC) $1,500.00 $0.00 Remove Supplemental Pay 006-001 0004 117 Assistant Court Coordinator (DC) $1,500.00 $0.002. Approval of interdepartmental transfer. E. 74360 County Judge (1100): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 02/17/2020: Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Current Allowance Proposed Allowance Add Auto Allowance 110-006 0003 Assistant Chief of Staff I 18 $0.00 $5,000.00 F. 74393 Precinct 4 (1200): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 02/17/2020 as follows: Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Current Position Title Current Grade & Step Requested Position Title Requested Grade & Step Supplemental Amount Delete 124-005 0012 Clerk III G05/S01 - - - Reclassification 124-007 0065 Equipment Operator II G08/S02 Equipment Operator III G10/S01 - Reclassification 124-036 0004 Equipment Operator III G10/S04 Equipment Operator IV G12/S01 - Reclassification 124-036 0016 Equipment Operator III G10/S05 Equipment Operator IV G12/S02 - Reclassification 124-036 0017 Equipment Operator III G10/S05 Equipment Operator IV G12/S02 - Reclassification 124-001 0027 Coordinator I G09/S01 Supervisor II G11/S01 - Delete Supplemental 124-001 0015 Maintenance I G03/S04 Maintenance I G03/S04 ($1,500.00) Add Supplemental 124-001 0017 Maintenance I G03/S04 Maintenance I G03/S04 $1,500.00 Add Supplemental 124-007 0018 Equipment Operator II G08/S01 Equipment Operator II G08/S01 $1,500.00
Urban County: A. 74331 "Subject to compliance with HB 1295, when and if applicable." The Urban County Program is requesting the award of bids and the approval of contracts with R G Enterprises, LLC, dba G & G Contractors & A-One Insulation for the demolition and reconstruction of the following: (6) Units in the Countywide area in the total contract amount of $412,750.00 to R G Enterprises, LLC, dba G & G Contractors (1) Unit in the Countywide area, (1) unit in the City of Weslaco, (1) unit in the City of San Juan and (1) unit in the City of Mercedes in the total contract amount of $254,750.00 to A-One Insulation. B. 74334 The Urban County Program is requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No.1 to the Professional Service Agreement with Hinojosa Engineering, Inc. The original contract amount was $20,000.00 and will be increased by $27,969.39, for a total contract amount of $47,969.39, utilizing CDBG FY 28 (2015) La Joya Street Improvement funds. Also requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 2 for additional work. C. 74330 Hidalgo County Urban County Program on behalf of the City of Mercedes is requesting authority to purchase 26 computers for the Dr. Hector P. Garcia Memorial Library. Purchase will be made from Systime, Inc. in the amount of $17,498.00 (quote attached) funded through UCP FY 2018 (UCP Yr. 31)Public Service Library Funds.
Health & Human Services Department: A. 74194 Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by County Auditor in the amount of $145,796.50 for funds from the Health & Human Services Commission - Medicaid Administrative Claiming program and appropriation of the same.
Adult Probation: A. 74254 Approval to apply for the following 2021 Criminal Justice Division (CJD) of the Governor's Office grants and approval of resolutions pertaining to each grant: Domestic Violence Court Grant # 3110405 DWI Court Grant #2413911 Veteran's Court Grant #2431510 Re-entry Court Grant Misdemeanor DWI Court Grant #3623203 Mental Health Court Grant # 3848402 Substance Abuse Treatment Facility - RSAT Grant #2928006 Youthful Offender Court Grant # 3813402 Misdemeanor Drug Court Grant B. 74198 Adult Probation - DWI CRT (1289) December 2019 Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the DWI Grant program income in the amount of $543.00 and appropriation of same.
Emergency Management: A. 74372 Resolution honoring agencies that participated in the Prepared Not Scared Initiative. B. 74389 1. Approval of the appointment of the Hidalgo County Local Emergency Planning Committee Board 2. Authorization for County Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign the Local Emergency Planning Committee membership updates form for the State Emergency Response Commission c/o TDEM Operation section.
ommunity Service Agency: A. 74305 Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve the MailFinance Lease Agreement with Green Mailing Solutions for the FY 2020 with authorization for Jaime Longoria to sign any and all pertinent documents. B. 74300 Discussion, consideration, and possible action on amendment to the Senior Companions Program (SCP) Grant:18SCWTX003 and to the Foster Grandparent Program (FGP) Grant:18SFWTX002 for a one-time augmentation for stipend increase and baseline funding increase to $3.00 per hour, effective April 1, 2020.
IT Department: A. 74255 Discussion, consideration, and action on Management Control Agreement regarding Texas Department of Public Safety and FBI Criminal Justice Information System between Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 1, Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 2, Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 3, Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 4, Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 5 and Hidalgo county Information Technology Department. B. 74269 Authorization and approval to upgrade equipment and to purchase new wireless devices with service through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following (as listed): Department: Qty: Employee/ID: Description: Service Plan: Equipment: Equipment Cost: District Clerk 1 Laura Hinojosa/152692 New Cell Phone w/ Service 4G Custom Nationwide Unl. Mins+MSG Unl + Email&Data Unl @ $39.99 + $5.00 (taxes/fees) per month iPhone XR 64GB 0 Fire Marshal 1 Miguel J. Guerra/236632 New Cell Phone w/ Service 4G Custom Nationwide Unl. Mins+MSG Unl + Email&Data Unl @ $39.99 + $5.00 (taxes/fees) per month iPhone XR 64GB 0 Fire Marshal 1 Miguel J. Guerra/236632 New MiFi w/ Service Custom 4G Unl. MB Plan w/ MBP for National Security, Public Safety, & First Responders @ $37.99 + $5.00 (taxes/fees) per month MiFi 8800 L 0 Commissioner Pct. 3 1 Elected Official Use New Cell Phone w/ Service 4G Custom Nationwide Unl. Mins+MSG Unl + Email&Data Unl @ $39.99 + $5.00 (taxes/fees) per month iPhone XR 64GB 0 Department: Qty: Employee/ID: Description: Service Plan: Equipment/ One Time Cost: MDN: Purchasing 1 Purchasing Office Use Upgrading Service Plan 4G Custom National Unl. Mins. + MSG Unl + Email&Data Unl. @ $39.99 + $5.00(taxes/fees)/ mo Apple iPhone XR 64GB @ 0 956-289-0752 Purchasing 1 Purchasing Office Use Upgrading Service Plan 4G Custom National Unl. Mins. + MSG Unl + Email&Data Unl. @ $39.99 + $5.00(taxes/fees)/ mo Apple iPhone XR 64GB @ 0 956-457-1132 Purchasing 1 Purchasing Office Use Upgrading Service Plan 4G Custom National Unl. Mins. + MSG Unl + Email&Data Unl. @ $39.99 + $5.00(taxes/fees)/ mo Apple iPhone XR 64GB @ 0 956-515-8976 Purchasing 1 Purchasing Office Use Continuing Service Custom 4G Unl. MB Plan w/ MBP for National Security, Public Safety & First Responders @ $37.99/mo NA 956-310-8530 Purchasing 1 Purchasing Office Use Continuing Service Custom 4G Unl. MB Plan w/ MBP for National Security, Public Safety & First Responders @ $37.99/mo NA 956-310-8594 Executive Office / Nuisance Abatement 5 Office Use Equipment Upgrades Custom 4G Unl. MB Plan w/ MBP for National Security, Public Safety & First Responders @ $37.99/mo ea. Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e @ $279.99 ea. various 5 lines
WIC: A. 74238 WIC Lactation Support Center Services (1292): 1.Requesting approval to apply for the new FY 21 DSHS Lactation Support Center Services Strategic Expansion Program (LSCS-SEP) for Hidalgo County Health & Health Services contract, for the period September 1, 2020 through August 31, 2021, in the amount of $200,000.00. 2. Requesting approval to submit Form A-Face Page for Lactation Support Center Services. B. 74301 Approval to accept from the WIC State Office 2- 2020 Ford Escapes as part of the Hidalgo County WIC Program Inventory with authority for Executive Officer and/or WIC Director to sign documents. C. 74278 WIC Program (1292): Requesting ratification for approval to submit the Fiscal Year 2020/2021 WIC Form A: Contract Renewal Form for the Hidalgo County WIC Program.
Planning Department: A. 74374 1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMITS a. Applicant: United Irrigation District Location of Pipeline Crossing: Mile 8 ½ Road approximately ¾ mile east of Los Ebanos Road. (Pct. 3) Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 42” RCP Irrigation line crossing via open cut Mile 8 ½ Road. b. Applicant: Wonderful Citrus Packing Co., LLC. Location of Pipeline Crossings: 3 crossings on M. Davila Sr. Road, 2 crossings on Marcedonio Road and 1 crossing on “unnamed Pct, 4 Road”. (Pct. 4) Proposed improvements within Right-of-Way: Consists of Three 15” PVC and Two 12” PVC corrugated Drain Pipes that will cross the above mentioned County Roads via open cuts. c. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation C/O The 5125 Company LLC. (A&D LINES) Proposed improvements: Consists of various sizes of sanitary sewer lines being constructed via open cut within the existing internal streets of the below mentioned subdivisions and County Road. Location of Multiple Pipeline Crossings in Pct. 1: Sunrise Subdivision Sunrise Hill Subdivision Mile 12 North Road d. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation C/O The 5125 Company LLC. – (B-LINES) Proposed improvements: Consists of various sizes of sanitary sewer lines being constructed via open cut within the existing internal streets of the below mentioned subdivisions and County Roads. Location of Multiple Pipeline Crossings in Pct. 1: Cielo Azul Unit 3 Subdivision La Paloma #2 Subdivision La Paloma #1 Subdivision Olivarez #4 Subdivision Mile 12 North Road North Barrera Street e. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation C/O The 5125 Company LLC.- (E-LINES) Proposed improvements: Consists of various sizes of sanitary sewer lines being constructed via open cut within the existing internal streets of the below mentioned subdivisions. Location of Multiple Pipeline Crossings in Pct. 1: Sunrise Subdivision Olivarez #10 Subdivision Puesta Del Sol Subdivision
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes: A. 74381 1. Requesting approval to rescind action taken on AI-72571 on 10/08/2019 for LPA Standard Utility Agreement for the Mile 6 West Project with North Alamo Water Supply and Hidalgo County. 2. Discussion and possible action to execute the LPA Standard Utility Agreement for the Mile 6 West Project with North Alamo Water Supply contingent on receipt of TXDOT concurrence letter, prior to execution by County Judge
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu: A. 74391 1. Ratification of the submission of a grant extension request to Valley Baptist Legacy Foundation to allow additional time for completion of the Pct 2 Las Milpas Park Youth Facility Project. 2. Request for approval to accept the extension of time granted by Valley Baptist Legacy Foundation for the completion of the Pct 2 Las Milpas Park Youth Facility Project from 1/4/2020 to 9/14/2020. B. 74395 1. Requesting approval of an order authorizing Hidalgo County to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation for the Pct 2 Dicker Road Project from 23rd Street to Jackson Rd, with authority for the County Judge to sign the Order. 2. Requesting approval of an Inter-local Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the County of Hidalgo and Texas Department of Transportation for the testing and inspection of Prefabricated bridge-related items only performed by TxDOT Construction Division for the Pct 2. Dicker Road Project. C. 74257 1. Requesting authorization and approval to apply for water service with the City of Hidalgo for the Pct 2 All-Inclusive Park Project. 2. Approval of payment to the City of Hidalgo in the amount of $335.00 for the utility deposit and connection fee to set up water meter for the Pct 2 All-Inclusive Park Project, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores: A. 74183 Requesting approval of Access Agreement between Hidalgo County and C&J Well Services.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres: A. 74271 Requesting approval to name a private Right of Way Perpetual Easement out of Fresh Water Farms, being a re-subdivision of Lot 3 Puckett Subdivision as Carrizales Service Road for 911 purposes.
Budget & Management: A. 74398 Approval to increase the Office of Professional Responsibility assignment pay from level I ($1,800) to level II ($2,100) in accordance with the Law Enforcement Pay Plan table. B. 74244 Various Departments: Approval of salary schedule changes as per Exhibit A in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan.
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. 74276 Presentation for consideration, action, and approval of the proposed Letter of Engagement received from number #1 ranked firm, Burton, McCumber & Longoria, for the Independent Audit Services for Hidalgo County for two (2) fiscal year term with HC option to extend for two (2) additional one (1) fiscal year terms. 2. 74368 A. Requesting approval for Change Order No. 45 for the addition of Perforated Panels at the Judge's Parking an increase in the amount of $151,958.00 in connection with the construction of New Hidalgo County Courthouse from contracted vendor, Morganti Texas Inc. B. Requesting approval for Change Order No. 49 to incorporate items required to provide redundant power from AEP (Upgrade) an increase in the amount of $140, 554.00 in connection with the construction of New Hidalgo County Courthouse from contracted vendor, Morganti Texas Inc. B. County Judge's Office 1. 74380 Requesting approval of an "Exception" to Hidalgo County's Accounting Procedures Manual/Non-Travel Meals, Refreshments & Related Expenses as supported by the rationale presented herein [Memo attached] for the purchase of applicable supplies [detailed in Memo] through the County's established procurement protocol [i.e. Requisition and PO System] for fiscal year 2020. C. Pct. 1 1. 74296 Requesting approval of Supplemental #1 to Work Authorization #1 through Contract # C-18-304-02-26 with L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. dba L & G Engineering for professional engineering services for FM 88 from 0.025 Miles North SH 107 (5th Ave) North to FM 1925 to reflect revised Exhibits B & D-1 resulting in an increase of $286,563.00. D. Pct. 3 1. 74387 Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 3 current contract [C-12-246-10-16] with L&G Consulting Engineers, professional services for, "Liberty Road Project (from US 83 to Mile 3)" for Precinct No. 3, to revise Exhibit B- Services to be provided by the Engineer and Exhibit "D-1" -Project Estimated Fee Schedule. E. Pct. 4 1. 74412 Requesting approval of Work Authorization #3 in connection to contract # C-19-252-07-16 with Halff Associates, Inc. for project specific: Storage Facility at Precinct 4 in the amount of $ 25,670.00. 2. 74411 Requesting approval of Work Authorization #1 in the amount of $15,357.00 pursuant to Article 22 of the current "on-call" agreement (C-19-210-09-03) with MEG Engineers for the provision of engineering services for Construction Material & Geo-Technical Testing Services for Linn-San Manuel Veterans Park Project. 3. 74349 A. Requesting approval to rescind action taken by Commissioners' Court on June 6, 2019 (AI-70681) of the bid awarded to Texas Cordia Construction, LLC for the Construction of the North Alamo Realignment Project for Pct. 4. RFB No. 2018-246-02-27-RFV; B. Approval to re-advertise project utilizing the same procurement packet as approved by Commissioners' Court on January 29, 2019 (AI-68687). F. District Courts 1. 74299 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(s) [if applicable] for "On-line Research Services" with Lexis Nexis including but not limited to the following Hidalgo County department(s) [464th State District Court] effective 01/01/2020 and subject to compliance HB 1295 including authority for County Judge to execute documentation. G. Budget & Management 1. 74297 Acceptance and approval of the negotiated agreement between Hidalgo County and Gallagher Benefits, Inc. (ranked by HCCC on 11-05-19) [which includes the best and final offer (BAFO)] for RFP No. 2019-221-10-02-YSS titled: Consulting Services for Self-Funded Insurance Group Health and authority for County Judge to sign additional documents necessary to effectuate the agreement. Approval for County to Judge to sign additional documents necessary to effectuate the agreement. H. County Clerk 1. 74195 Requesting approval to continue the preservation of Deed and Official Records volumes 2167-2368 with Kofile Technologies, Inc. [awarded vendor] through HC membership/participation with TXMAS Contract # [TXMAS-18-3602]. In the amount of $509,040.00 through Requisition# 407979.
31. 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. Private consultation and advice of counsel concerning pending, potential and/or contemplated litigation, settlement offers, and/or legal matters subject to the attorney-client priviledge under the authority of the Open Meetings Act Section 551.071, Government Code. C. 74201 EEOC Charge No. 451-2017-00801; A.A. v County D. 74403 Cause #CL-20-0364-B; State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company ASO Guadalupe Flores v. County E. 74401 County of Hidalgo v. Texas Department of Motor Vehicles F. 74207 Claim of Heriberto Ramirez Garcia G. 74259 Claim of Frontier Communications H. 74383 Claim of Francis Ciancarelli I. 74221 Hidalgo County v. Jose David Chavez & Juan Chavez J. 74224 Hidalgo County v. Gerardo Medina Lugo K. 74226 Hidalgo County v. Rafael Torres & Fernando Gomez, Jr. L. 74370 FTC v A-1 Janitorial Sup Corp Refund Acct 32. A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024(A) (4) "a Professional Service" for the "provision of legal services/representation in connection with litigation." B. Engagement with the firm of _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement (subject to compliance with HB1295)
33. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 74202 EEOC Charge No. 451-2017-00801; A.A. v County D. 74404 Cause #CL-20-0364-B; State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company ASO Guadalupe Flores v. County E. 74402 County of Hidalgo v. Texas Department of Motor Vehicles F. 74208 Claim of Heriberto Ramirez Garcia G. 74260 Claim of Frontier Communications H. 74384 Claim of Francis Ciancarelli I. 74222 Hidalgo County v. Jose David Chavez & Juan Chavez J. 74225 Hidalgo County v. Gerardo Medina Lugo K. 74227 Hidalgo County v. Rafael Torres & Fernando Gomez, Jr. L. 74371 FTC v A-1 Janitorial Sup Corp Refund Acct 36. Adjourn
Drainage District (Part 1 of 2)
1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. General Operations: A. 74344 Discussion and Possible Action as it relates to Proposition 8 Program. B. 74347 Requesting approval to declare Surplus approximately 7,022 Cubic Yards of Fill Dirt located at "Mile 6 West Road, -Outfall ''C'' in as much as an attempt was made for the sale and removal through RFB No.: HCDD1-20-005-02-05, advertised for (2) weeks, and No Bids were received. C. 74392 A. Request approval to designate $63,596.54 out of the District’s General Fund construction budget to assist Urban County’s construction of the Trenton Drain Phase II Project. B. Trenton Drain Phase III, Requesting approval of payments to Magic Valley Electric Cooperative in the amount of $11,525.53. This cost is for Magic Valley Electric Cooperative to remove existing pole and anchors and reroute to new location for the Trenton Drain Phase III – Trenton Rd. Crossing. C. Requesting approval of a budget amendment from the District’s General Fund in the amount of $1,361,390.17 to fund the open purchase orders made in 2019 for purchases and services that will be received in 2020 and paid out of the 2020 Budget year. D. Request approval to process a check out of the District General Fund in the amount of $435,739 to reimburse FEMA for Advance funds received during the Hurricane Dolly rain event D. 74394 A. Request approval of Payment in the amount of $159,227.90 to Hidalgo County Precinct #1 for the Rental of Equipment of the fourth quarter of 2019, for the Construction of the following projects: PSJA Lateral Drainage on Owassa and Raul Longoria – $ 4,797.57 2018 Bond Project #24, Mile 9 and FM1015 - $ 62,201.62 2012 Bond Project Delta Basin - $ 92,228.71 B. Request approval of payment out of the TWDB reimbursement funds in the amount of $224,770.07 to Hidalgo County Precinct #4 for Construction of Segment 1 of the Hidalgo County Raymondville Drain for the periods as follows: Pay Periods 23-26 from 2019 $ 178,836.51 Pay Periods 01-02 from 2020 $ 45,933.56 E. 74396 Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for Lab Services, Inc. Contract No. C-HCDD1-19-078-01-28 to amend the Service Agreement to meet US DOT regulations on the annual minimum drug and alcohol random testing rates for 2020. Subject to legal review and compliance with HB-1295 F. 74302 1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Surveying Services. 2. Presentation of scoring grid of firms graded through the District's "Pool" of pre-qualified Professional Surveyors for the purpose of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors in connection with Professional Surveying Services On-Call (on an as needed basis) required for Hidalgo County Drainage District Projects. (C-HCDD1-20-017-__-__) FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK: ROW Surveying Services, LLC 94.67 Melden & Hunt, Inc. 94.00 R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation 92.00 3.) Pursuant to the Boards approval, requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Professional Surveying Services Agreement with the number one (1) ranked firm of:__________________________ for the provisions of Professional Surveying Services On-Call (on an as needed basis) for Hidalgo County Drainage District Projects. G. 74286 1. Requesting approval to accept bids and award a Construction Contract to lowest and best bidder meeting all specified requirements, Mor-Wil, LLC, for RFB No. HCDD1-20-001-12-27, “ Hidalgo Drain & Dicker Road Box Culvert Crossing", Base Bid and Alternate 2, in the total amount $461,346.62, as recommended by HCDD1 Engineer IV, Jose Noe Saldivar, P.E, (subject to Legal Approval and Compliance with HB1295). 2. 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". 6. 2018 Bond Referendum Projects: A. 74400 Acceptance and approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for services under Work Authorization No. 1, through Contract No. C-HCDD1-19-033-05-07 with B2Z Engineering, LLC, resulting in an estimated cost increase of $11,509.34 for Construction Materials Testing Services for the Pharr-McAllen Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #31. 7. 2012 Bond Referendum - 2013 Bond Series: A. 74409 1. Requesting approval to accept bids and award a Construction Contract to lowest and best bidder meeting all specified requirements, Castle Enterprises, LLC, for RFB No. HCDD1-20-002-02-05, “ Mission Inlet Drainage Improvements Project (Section C& F)", Base Bid, in the total amount $1,091,768.01, as recommended by project engineer L & G Engineering (subject to Legal Approval and Compliance with HB1295). 2. 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". 8. General Fund: A. 74356 Requesting approval to enter into a 60 month Lease Agreement with Dell Financial Services, LLC, through the District's membership and participation with the Texas Department of Information Resources, contract with Dell Marketing LP, (Contract No. DIR-TSO-3763) for the lease and technical support of a Total of (40) Forty Dell computers in the amount of $1,330.29 per month. Subject to compliance with HB1295. 9. Right of Way Acquisitions: A. 74379 Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 28 as it relates to the Raymondville Drain Ph I Seg 4 project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, pending final legal review. 10. Closed Session: Board of Directors may go into Closed Session pursuant to Subchapter D of Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code to discuss the following: A. Real Property (Tex. Gov't Code 551.072) B. Personnel Matters (Tex. Gov't. Code 551.074) C. Consultation with Attorney Regarding: a) Pending or Contemplated Litigation: b) a Settlement Offer: or c) a Matter in Which the Duty of the Attorney to the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas Clearly Conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (Tex. Gov't. Code 551.071) 11. Open Session: A. Possible Action of Real Estate Acquisition B. Possible Action on Pending and/or Potential Litigation 12. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
District Clerk: A. 74375 Resolution Honoring Pct. 3 Constable Larry Gallardo for his services as President of the Texas Association of Counties
District Attorney's Office: A. 74041 Proclamation declaring February 2020 as Young Hearts Matter Teen Dating Violence Prevention Month.
Drainage District (Part 2 of 2)
1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. General Operations: A. 74344 Discussion and Possible Action as it relates to Proposition 8 Program. B. 74347 Requesting approval to declare Surplus approximately 7,022 Cubic Yards of Fill Dirt located at "Mile 6 West Road, -Outfall ''C'' in as much as an attempt was made for the sale and removal through RFB No.: HCDD1-20-005-02-05, advertised for (2) weeks, and No Bids were received. C. 74392 A. Request approval to designate $63,596.54 out of the District’s General Fund construction budget to assist Urban County’s construction of the Trenton Drain Phase II Project. B. Trenton Drain Phase III, Requesting approval of payments to Magic Valley Electric Cooperative in the amount of $11,525.53. This cost is for Magic Valley Electric Cooperative to remove existing pole and anchors and reroute to new location for the Trenton Drain Phase III – Trenton Rd. Crossing. C. Requesting approval of a budget amendment from the District’s General Fund in the amount of $1,361,390.17 to fund the open purchase orders made in 2019 for purchases and services that will be received in 2020 and paid out of the 2020 Budget year. D. Request approval to process a check out of the District General Fund in the amount of $435,739 to reimburse FEMA for Advance funds received during the Hurricane Dolly rain event D. 74394 A. Request approval of Payment in the amount of $159,227.90 to Hidalgo County Precinct #1 for the Rental of Equipment of the fourth quarter of 2019, for the Construction of the following projects: PSJA Lateral Drainage on Owassa and Raul Longoria – $ 4,797.57 2018 Bond Project #24, Mile 9 and FM1015 - $ 62,201.62 2012 Bond Project Delta Basin - $ 92,228.71 B. Request approval of payment out of the TWDB reimbursement funds in the amount of $224,770.07 to Hidalgo County Precinct #4 for Construction of Segment 1 of the Hidalgo County Raymondville Drain for the periods as follows: Pay Periods 23-26 from 2019 $ 178,836.51 Pay Periods 01-02 from 2020 $ 45,933.56 E. 74396 Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for Lab Services, Inc. Contract No. C-HCDD1-19-078-01-28 to amend the Service Agreement to meet US DOT regulations on the annual minimum drug and alcohol random testing rates for 2020. Subject to legal review and compliance with HB-1295 F. 74302 1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Surveying Services. 2. Presentation of scoring grid of firms graded through the District's "Pool" of pre-qualified Professional Surveyors for the purpose of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors in connection with Professional Surveying Services On-Call (on an as needed basis) required for Hidalgo County Drainage District Projects. (C-HCDD1-20-017-__-__) FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK: ROW Surveying Services, LLC 94.67 Melden & Hunt, Inc. 94.00 R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation 92.00 3.) Pursuant to the Boards approval, requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Professional Surveying Services Agreement with the number one (1) ranked firm of:__________________________ for the provisions of Professional Surveying Services On-Call (on an as needed basis) for Hidalgo County Drainage District Projects. G. 74286 1. Requesting approval to accept bids and award a Construction Contract to lowest and best bidder meeting all specified requirements, Mor-Wil, LLC, for RFB No. HCDD1-20-001-12-27, “ Hidalgo Drain & Dicker Road Box Culvert Crossing", Base Bid and Alternate 2, in the total amount $461,346.62, as recommended by HCDD1 Engineer IV, Jose Noe Saldivar, P.E, (subject to Legal Approval and Compliance with HB1295). 2. 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". 6. 2018 Bond Referendum Projects: A. 74400 Acceptance and approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for services under Work Authorization No. 1, through Contract No. C-HCDD1-19-033-05-07 with B2Z Engineering, LLC, resulting in an estimated cost increase of $11,509.34 for Construction Materials Testing Services for the Pharr-McAllen Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #31. 7. 2012 Bond Referendum - 2013 Bond Series: A. 74409 1. Requesting approval to accept bids and award a Construction Contract to lowest and best bidder meeting all specified requirements, Castle Enterprises, LLC, for RFB No. HCDD1-20-002-02-05, “ Mission Inlet Drainage Improvements Project (Section C& F)", Base Bid, in the total amount $1,091,768.01, as recommended by project engineer L & G Engineering (subject to Legal Approval and Compliance with HB1295). 2. 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". 8. General Fund: A. 74356 Requesting approval to enter into a 60 month Lease Agreement with Dell Financial Services, LLC, through the District's membership and participation with the Texas Department of Information Resources, contract with Dell Marketing LP, (Contract No. DIR-TSO-3763) for the lease and technical support of a Total of (40) Forty Dell computers in the amount of $1,330.29 per month. Subject to compliance with HB1295. 9. Right of Way Acquisitions: A. 74379 Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 28 as it relates to the Raymondville Drain Ph I Seg 4 project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, pending final legal review. 10. Closed Session: Board of Directors may go into Closed Session pursuant to Subchapter D of Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code to discuss the following: A. Real Property (Tex. Gov't Code 551.072) B. Personnel Matters (Tex. Gov't. Code 551.074) C. Consultation with Attorney Regarding: a) Pending or Contemplated Litigation: b) a Settlement Offer: or c) a Matter in Which the Duty of the Attorney to the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas Clearly Conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (Tex. Gov't. Code 551.071) 11. Open Session: A. Possible Action of Real Estate Acquisition B. Possible Action on Pending and/or Potential Litigation 12. Adjourn
1. 74378 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. 74367 Presentation of Fund Information Report B. 74326 Pursuant to Local Government Code §114.044, requesting approval of the attached monthly collections reports. C. 74325 Pursuant to Local Government Code §115.0035, requesting approval of the attached County Auditor's review/audit letters. 3. 2019 Intradepartmental transfers: A. 74357 2019 - Constable Pct 1 (1285) B. 74279 2019 - Constable Pct 1 (1284) C. 74336 2019 - Constable Pct. 2 (1284) D. 74268 2019 - Constable Pct. 3 - 1284 E. 74267 2019 - Constable Pct. 3 (1284) F. 74261 2019 - Constable Pct. 3 (1285) G. 74291 2019 - Constable Precinct 4 (1285 JII) H. 74290 2019 - Constable Precinct 4 (1285 Security) I. 74289 2019 - Constable Precinct 4 (1285) J. 74262 2019 - Sheriff's Office OPSG FY16 (1284) K. 74241 2019 - CO2019 A Pct.4 (1355) 4. 2020 Intradepartmental transfers: A. 74410 2020 Pct.4 ICA UT Health (1100) B. 74407 2020 Pct.4 Road Maint (1200) C. 74294 2020 - WIC ADM(1292) D. 74388 2020 - Pct. 3 Rd. Maint. (1200) E. 74281 2020 - Pct 2 Parks (1100) F. 74282 2020 - Pct 2 Rd Maint (1200) G. 74256 2020 - Co Mech Shop (1200) H. 74338 2020 - Constable Precinct 4 (1100) I. 74351 2020 - I.T. Department (1100 C.W.) J. 74355 2020 - Self-Funded Health Benefits (2201) K. 74328 2020 - Constable Pct 1 (1100) L. 74323 2020- J.P. Pct. 3 , Pl.1 (1100) M. 74332 2020 - I.T. Countywide (1100) N. 74314 2020 - District Clerk (1100) O. 74317 2020 - Public Defense (1100) P. 74235 2020 - Fire Marshal (1100) Q. 74219 2020 - D.A. CJD BPU (1281) R. 74240 2020 - Purchasing (1100) S. 74263 2020 - Constable Pct. 3 (1100) T. 74212 2020 - PCT1 ADM (1200) U. 74215 2020 - PCT1 SANITATION (1100) V. 74216 2020 - PCT1 Parks (1100) W. 74346 2020 - Health & Human Services Dept. / TECE (1293) X. 74223 2020 - Health & Human Services Dept. - PHEP Hazards (1293) Y. 74218 2020 - Health & Human Services Dept. - PHEP Hazards (1293) Z. 74200 2020 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Clinics (1100) AA. 74205 2020 - Health & Human Services Dept. - TB State (1293) BB. 74199 2020 - Jail (1100) CC. 74211 2020 - Jail (1100) DD. 74192 2020 - Public Defender's (1100) 5. 2020 Interdepartmental transfers: A. 74406 Facilities Management (1100): Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co.Wide Adm-Contingency into Facilities Management Security Division in the amount of $24,152.40 to fund fire monitoring costs. B. 74287 Pct 1 (1100): Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Pct. 1 Sanitation Program (001) to CRC program (050) in the amount of $1,000.00, to cover expenditures for signs needed throughout the CRC building and parking lot. C. 74210 Pct1 Rd Maint (1200) Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Pct1 Adm to Pct1 Rd Maint in the total amount of $25,000.00 for general supplies. D. 74270 Pct 2 ICA Cesar Chavez Rd Prj (1200): Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Road Maintenance to Pct 2 ICA Cesar Chavez Road Project in the amount of $8,992.57. E. 74220 IT Countywide (1100): Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm-Contingency into IT Co. Wide in the total amount of $1,364.63 to purchase 12,000 barcoded labels used in the Sanitation Fee Program countywide. F. 74242 NEW S/D DEV STREETLIGHTS (1100): Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co Wide Admin to NEW S/D DEV STREETLIGHTS in the amount of $70,196.29 to fund future streetlight bills for the remainder of the year. G. 74304 Purchasing (1100): Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm-Contingency into Purchasing in the total amount of $8,852.00 to fund various expenditures. H. 74213 Indigent Defense (1100): Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co.Wide Adm-Contingency into Indigent Defense in the amount of $7,209.10 to purchase new computers and renew notary bonds. I. 74196 Nuisance Abatement (1100): Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co.Wide Adm-Contingency into Nuisance Abatement in the amount of $1,562.40 to fund 5 Samsung Galaxy tablets. J. 74204 Safety (1100): Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm-Contingency into Safety in the amount of $4,000.00 to fund three recertifications. 6. Planning Department: A. 74309 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. 74369 1. Pipeline and Utility Permits a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation Legal Description: Capisallo District Subdivision Lot 15 Blk. 63 (Pct. 1) (Mile 1/2 Road and Mile 9 North Road) Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” water line south of Mile 9 North Road. Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 9 North Road. b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation Legal Description: La Blanca Ag. Company Subdivision B Blk. 47 (Pct. 1) (Mile 11 ½ North Road and Goolie Road) Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” water line north of Mile 11 ½ North Road. Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 11 ½ North Road. C. 74313 1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMITS a. Applicant: Military Highway Water Supply Corporation Legal Description: Alamo Land & Sugar Lot 7 & 8 Blk. 34 (Pct. 1) (Border Road and Ridge Road) Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 6” water line east of Border Road. Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 8” PVC water line with a 16” PVC casing boring Border Road and extending west approximate 461.00 feet along the north side of Ridge Road . b. Applicant: Agua SUD Legal Description: Texas Gardens Lot 5 Blk. 8 (Pct. 3) (Western Road and 4 Mile Line Road) Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” water line west of Western Road. Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water line service with a 2” PVC casing boring Western Road. c. Applicant: Castle Enterprises, LLC. Legal Description: Mo- Tex Lot 7 Blk. 90 (Proposed K K& H Subdivision) (Pct. 4) (Mile 20 Road and Uresti Road) Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” water line west of Uresti Road. Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water line service with a 2” PVC casing boring Uresti Road. d. Applicant: Texas International Irrigation Inc. Legal Description: Hill-Halbert Blk. 95 (Pct. 1) (Alberta Road and Val Verde Road) Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 12” PVC Irrigation line north of Alberta Road. Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 12” steel Irrigation line boring Alberta Road. D. 74239 1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee a. Mesquite Xrossing Subdivision - Pct. 1 (RGV Auto Source) (F.M. 88 & Mile 14 North Road) *Reimbursement request: $1,500.00 for (1) OSSF. E. 74265 1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee a. Dollar General-Donna Subdivision - Pct. 1 (The Buchalter Co., Inc.) (F.M. 493 & Mile 12 ½ Road) *Reimbursement request: $1,814.00 for utility work. F. 74231 1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee a. Paris Ranches Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Richard A. Garza, President of BIC Dev. Corp.) (Mile 6 West Road & Mile 16 North Road) *Reimbursement request: $1,500.00 for (1) OSSF. b. AKC Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Cohrs Properties, Inc.) (Border Road & Moore Road) *Reimbursement request: $2,000.00 for (2) OSSF’s. c. Oakhill Ranch Ph. 2 Subdivision - Pct. 1 (J&DMC Properties, LLC) (F.M. 88 & Mile 20 North Road) * Reimbursement request: $3,000.00 for (3) OSSF’s. 7. Monthly Fee Reports: A. 74324 District Attorney's Office Check Fraud Fees Monthly Report - 2020 January 8. Tax Refunds: A. 74243 Account Number Payer Amount A2100.00.083.0005.00 Espinoza Adam & Catarina $2,657.30 S2950.00.000.0276.00 Perez Ramiro & Andrea $2,603.08 T1048.00.000.0033.00 Chavez Iliana $8,523.75 B. 74209 ACCOUNT NUMBER PAYER AMOUNT K8900.00.001.0001.00 WAL-MART REAL ESTATE BUSINESS TRUST C/O WAL-MART PROPERTY TAX DEP $77,390.22 M4165.02.000.0001.00 WAL-MART REAL ESTATE BUSINESS TRUST $86,578.20 T4545.00.001.001A.00 WAL-MART STORES $104,818.45 T6873.00.001.001A.00 WAL-MART STORES TEXAS LP #3886 $125,180.03 9. Membership Dues/Certifications: B. 74345 Approval to pay 2020 JPCA membership dues to Texas Association of Counties in the amount of $60.00 for Judge Luis J. Garza with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. C. 74303 WIC: Requesting approval for payment to the Texas Association of Local WIC Directors (TALWD) in the amount of $990.00 (45.00 each)for registration. P.O. 810655 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor. This is for the Peer Counselors who attended a 1 day training on Lactation Principles on January 21, 2020. Due to the time frame T-1 was not completed. E. 74187 County Commissioners (1100): Approval to pay 2020 membership dues with authority for County Treasurer to issue check once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor for the following: VENDOR AMOUNT ACCT. # REQ. # National Association of Counties (NACO) $11,983.00 0-1100-413-30-125-004-0-810 407673 Texas Association of Counties $ 2,440.00 0-1100-413-30-125-004-0-810 407672 Texas Conference of Urban Counties $24,648.00 0-1100-413-30-125-004-0-810 407676 Amigos Del Valle $ 5,000.00 0-1100-444-00-125-018-0-810 407661 LRGVDC $45,802.00 0-1100-413-00-125-004-0-810 407677 F. 74181 District Attorney (1100): Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA) for several District Attorney's Office employees, in the amount of $835.00 (Requisition #409116), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor. 10. Urban County: A. 74322 Request for approval of one (1) applicant in the City of Donna, one (1) applicant in the City of Edcouch and one (1) applicant in the Countywide area under the Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program, contingent upon environmental review clearance. 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. 74075 Constable Pct. #2: 1. Requesting removal of said weaponry (2 service handguns) from Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 2 fixed asset inventory so as to use as trade-in for the purchase of new weaponry; 2. Authority to purchase new weaponry (3 service handguns) and be added to Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 2 fixed asset inventory list, detailed in supporting documentation contained herein: so as to complete the transaction and purchase, vendor Sig Sauer, Inc. Requisition # 408812 B. 74206 IT Department: Requesting approval to enter into a 12 month Service Subscription Agreement through Hidalgo County's participation/membership with Cooperative Contract (DIR-TSO-3814) with Siteimprove for website analysis services to be used on Hidalgo County's Website. Services will be billed annually. D. 74385 Requesting approval of WA No. 4 under Pct 4 contract (#C-19-252-07-16) submitted by Halff Associates, Inc. for Texas Agrilife Extension Services, in the amount of $12,598.00. (req 410035) for professional engineering services required in connection with sewer line repairs/replacement to be undertaken and completed by HC Facilities Management. E. 74329 IT Department: Requesting approval for County Judge to complete and sign all additional required documentation for the lease of computers and monitors through Dell Marketing L.P. approved on CC 10/08/19 through AI-72532. F. 74335 PCT. #1: Acceptance and approval of invoice #11327990 in the amount of $28,639.52 submitted by L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc.for Mile 10 Project (Mile 6-FM1015) - WA#1, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after auditing procedures completed. G. 74337 Acceptance and approval of the following invoices for FM 1015 Project as submitted by contracted project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after auditing procedures completed: Project PO Number Inv. Date Inv. Number Inv. Amount WA#1 785461 01/31/2020 11327996 $50,317.58 WA#2 793535 01/31/2020 11327997 $ 8,340.77 H. 74339 PCT. #1 (1315): Acceptance and approval of invoice #11327999 in the amount of $20,961.07 submitted by L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. for Mile 6 Project (M11-SH107) - WA#1, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after auding procedures completed. I. 74340 PCT. #1 (1351): Requesting approval to pay invoice # 10046 in the amount of $4,788.50 for services rendered in connection with Tax Office Project - WA#1, as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC. J. 74342 Requesting approval of Application Payment No. 4 in the amount of $86,084.11 for services rendered in connection with the "Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for the Pct. 1 Tax Office Project GMP Amendment #1" as submitted by Erickson Construction, LLC. K. 74373 Juvenile Probation (Boot Camp): Requesting approval to declare items as surplus and salvage [unusable] and remove the items from the assets inventory list. L. 74408 Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $839,671.90 for the Pct 2 Dicker Road Project submitted by the contractor, 2GS, LLC through Contract C-19-017-11-05 and reviewed by the project engineer, Saul R. Munoz, P.E. M. 74364 Approval of Application for Payment No. 33 in the amount of $12,824.18 for the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park project submitted by contractor, Clore Construction, LLC through Contract C-16-378-02-21 and reviewed by the project engineer, Ricardo Gallaga, P.E. N. 74361 1. Requesting authority to enter into (1) new 36-month (capital) lease with Canon Financial Services, Inc., for Copier Model IR-C256iF III through our membership/participation with Department of Information (DIR) contract DIR-CPO-4437 through requisition #410014 in the amount of $91.29 per month-equipment, maintenance service agreement 5000 B/W copies per month @ $64.00/month with overages billed @ $0.0128 per copy, 800 color copies per month @ $63.04/month with overages billed @ $0.0788 per copy for a total monthly cost of $218.33; effective upon approval and delivery & installation and subject to compliance with HB-1295; 2. Requesting authority to enter into (1) new 36-month (capital) lease with Canon Financial Services, Inc for Copier Model IR-5535i III through our membership/participation with Department of Information (DIR) contract DIR-CPO-4437 through requisition #410022 in the amount of 166.80 per month-equipment, maintenance service agreement 3,000 B/W copies per month @ $23.70/month with overages billed @ $0.0079 per copy, 1000 color copies per month @ $58.60/month with overages billed @ $0.0586 per copy for a total monthly cost of $249.10; effective upon approval and delivery & installation and subject to compliance with HB-1295; 3. Requesting authority to enter into (1) new 36-month (capital) lease with Canon Financial Services, Inc for Copier Model IR-5535i III through our membership/participation with Department of Information (DIR) contract DIR-CPO-4437 through requisition #410033 in the amount of 166.80 per month-equipment, maintenance service agreement 1,500 B/W copies per month @ $11.85/month with overages billed @ $0.0079 per copy, 600 color copies per month @ $35.16/month with overages billed @ $0.0586 per copy for a total monthly cost of $213.81; effective upon approval and delivery & installation and subject to compliance with HB-1295. O. 74327 Requesting approval of payment for the following invoices listed below submitted by the project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC., for engineering services provided for Pct 2 Projects: Project Name Invoice Date Invoice # Amount PO# Las Milpas Park Youth Facility Project 02/04/20 20203 $ 1,933.09 767363 Military Highway Extension Project 02/04/20 20204 $27,634.66 770537 Regional Linear Park Project-Phase II 02/04/20 20205 $43,931.74 790326 Valle Alto Park Youth Facility Project 02/04/20 20206 $ 4,408.32 792886 Dicker Road Project 02/04/20 20207 $19,888.22 803856 Indoor Baseball Park Restroom Renov. Project 02/04/20 20208 $ 846.45 807991 P. 74315 Requesting approval of payment for the following invoices listed below submitted by the project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for engineering services provided for Pct 2 Projects: Project Name Invoice Date Invoice # Amount PO# Regional Linear Park Project (WA#6) 01/31/20 11327982 $ 896.28 745253 Regional Linear Park Project (WA#8) 01/31/20 11327983 $ 5,893.24 759102 Dicker Road Project 01/31/20 11328013 $ 4,029.69 778854 Regional Linear Park Project (WA#10) 01/31/20 11328017 $ 3,067.55 779803 Cesar Chavez Road Project (WA#1) 01/31/20 11328018 $12,926.44 732294 Eldora Road Project 01/31/20 11328019 $ 3,330.22 732796 Q. 74307 Approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by contracted/project engineer L&G Consulting Engineers Inc.: Invoice No. Date Project PO No. Amount 11327992 1-31-2020 FM 676 (Mile 5) 806793 $ 57,680.00 11327988 1-31-2020 Veterans Blvd. 772041 $ 30,155.00 11328023 1-31-2020 Mile 3 Project WA #6 784305 $ 20,250.00 11328022 1-31-2020 Mile 3 Project WA #5 773904 $ 10,000.00 11327987 1-31-2020 Mile 3 Project WA #4 771660 $ 3,600.00 11327986 1-31-2020 FM 494 Shary Rd. WA #4 779844 $ 1,512.00 11327985 1-31-2020 FM 494 Shary Rd. WA #3 772303 $ 1,008.00 11327991 1-31-2020 Liberty Rd. Project WA #3 735526 $ 12,614.40 R. 74319 Human Resources/Civil Service requests pursuant to Texas State Constitution Article 3, Section 52 the declaration of a "public purpose" with authority to purchase promotional items to be utilized when attending or hosting public functions to include, but not limited to, speaking events, presentations, meetings, ceremonies, and school career days, etc. and the affixing of any applicable identifying logos effective upon Commissioners Court and valid through 12-31-20. S. 74308 Executive Office - Traffic Engineering: Acceptance and approval of the following invoice for representation at RGV-MPO Policy & TAC Committee 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 Consulting Engineers, Inc. 1/31/20 11328021 $12,577.44 811639 T. 74266 Pct. 1 (1351): Requesting approval to pay invoice #10032966 in the amount of $23,984.96 for professional engineering services rendered in connection with the Precinct 1 Administration building-Emergency Generator-WA# 2, as submitted by Halff Associates, Inc. U. 74189 Approval of a one (1) forty-eight (48) month Capital Copier Lease with G. E. Capital Information Technology Solutions, dba, Ricoh USA, through Hidalgo County's membership/participation in DIR's Cooperative Contract [DIR-CPO-4435]: REQUISITION # MONTHS MODEL MONTHLY PAYMENT 00408961 48 MPC307 $72.85 V. 74264 County Clerk's Office: Requesting approval of six (6) thirty-six (36) months Capital Copier Leases with G.E. Capital Information Technology solutions, dba, Ricoh USA through Hidalgo County's membership/participation in DIR Contract [DIR-CPO-4435]. REQUISITIONS MONTHS MODEL MONTHLY PAYMENT 00409114 - COLLECTIONS 36 MP2555SP $80.32 00409114 - McALLEN OFFICE 36 MP2555SP $80.32 00409114 - VITAL & PROBATION 36 MP5055SP $179.41 00409114 - RECORDINGS 36 MP5055SP $179.41 00409114 - CRIMINAL DEPARTMENT 36 MP5055SP $179.41 00409114 - CIVIL DEPARTMENT 36 MP5055SP $179.41 W. 74277 Approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by contracted project engineer; L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. Invoice No. Invoice Date Project Invoice Amount P.O. Number 11328000 01/31/2020 FM2220 Ware Rd. WA#1 FM676 to FM1925 $ 1,566.10 728311 11328015 01/31/2020 FM1925 WA#1 Wallace Rd to 10th $ 6,198.00 739761 11328016 01/31/2020 FM1925 WA#2 10th to McColl $ 14,389.60 785986 11328014 01/31/2020 FM1925 10th to McColl WA#1 $ 2,046.84 725312 11327989 01/31/2020 FM1925 WA#3 Alamo Rd to Sharp Rd. $ 22,176.00 785987 11327998 01/31/2020 FM1925 FM907 East to SH68 $ 2,856.16 703928 11327995 01/31/2020 Mile 5 Project WA#2 $ 20,470.46 808447 X. 74280 Requesting approval of one (1) forty-eight (48) months Capital Copier Lease with awarded vendor G.E. Capital Information Technology Solutions, dba, Ricoh USA through Hidalgo County's membership/participation in the DIR Cooperative Purchasing Program Contract [DIR-CPO-4435]: REQUISITION # MONTHS MODEL MONTHLY PAYMENT 00409375 48 IMC4500 $319.42 Y. 74252 Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 1 to increase contract in an estimated amount of $6,517.12 for the current contract [C-18-227-09-18] with B2Z Consulting Engineers, professional services for, "Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Structural Assessment Project" . Z. 74293 Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $65,330.09 to Erickson Construction, LLC. for the "Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for the Pct 2 Las Milpas Park Youth Facility Project GMP Amendment #2", through Contract# C-17-324-07-17, and as certified for payment by the project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC. AA. 74237 1. Recommendation from majority of end users for CC to reject the sole bid received from Texas Reclamation, LLC, dba, UTW Collection for RFB titled: Tire Disposal Services-HC [#2020-005-01-29 ABV]; 2. Requesting authority to exercise the sixty (60) day grace period extension as provided in the current contract E-19-003-12-04 for Hidalgo County- " Tire Disposal Services" with UTW Tires Collection Services dba Texas Land Reclamation, LLC under the same rates, terms and conditions so as to have no lapse in service while procurement process is completed and awarded. BB. 74193 Approval of the addition of fuel cards/users including, but not limited to, the following: 1. Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office - fuel card user 2. Hidalgo County Adult Probation Department - fuel card users 3. Hidalgo County Emergency Management Division- fuel card user 4. Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 2 - fuel card user
74377 Constable Pct 1 (1100): Requesting approval to pay membership dues for 2020 National Narcotic Detector Dog Association, Inc., for Deputy Pablo Alegria in the amount of $55 (req#410036) with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedure are completed by County Auditor.
74188 Purchasing Department: Approval to pay the following memberships for 2020 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review,audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor's Office: 1. Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts - $ 100.00 Req # 00406937 2. The American Institute of Architects (AIA) - $ 4,999.99 Req # 00406931 3. Texas Public Purchasing Association - $ 150.00 Req # 00407101 4. The Institute of Public Public Procurement (NIGP) $ 1,400.00 Req # 00409400 5. R.S. Means (on line software) $ 3,387.99 Req # 00409401
Budget & Management: A. 74250 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 January 16-31, 2020 in the amount of $43,129.19 and requesting approval of wire transfer. B. 74249 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $794,484.02 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 01/16/20 to 01/29/20. 01/16-22/20 $233,655.10 01/23-29/20 $560,828.92 TOTAL $794,484.022. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
74363 County Wide: 1. Requesting authority to exercise the first (1st) one year extension as permitted [2 possible] in the current contract under the same rates, terms and conditions with Adapco, LLC as provided in the current contract agreement C-18-248-02-12 "Purchase of Mosquito Control Chemicals". Extension E-20-004-02-11 Effective 02/13/20 - 02-12-20; 2. Requesting authority to exercise the first (1st) one year extension as permitted [2 possible] in the current agreement under the same rates, terms and conditions with Rentokil North America, Inc. Dba- Target Specialty Products as provided in the current contract agreement C-18-248A-02-12 "Purchase of Mosquito Control Chemicals". Extension E-20-004A-02-11 Effective 02/13/20 - 02/12/21 3. Requesting authority to exercise the first (1st) one year extension term [of 2 possible] under the same rates, terms and conditions with Clarke Mosquito Control Products, Inc.as provided in the current contract agreement C-18-248C-02-12 "Purchase of Mosquito Control Chemicals". Extension E-20-004C-02-11 Effective 02/13/20 - 02/12/21
Open Forum
B. 74316 DA - Victims Unit Court Advocate Project (VUCAP) (1281): Approval to submit a VUCAP Grant #3596402 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
Sheriff's Office: A. 74036 Violence Against Women Justice and Training Program (1284): 1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2021 Violence Against Women Justice and Training Program (VAWA) Program with the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office Criminal Justice Division. 2. Authorization for the County Judge to e-sign the required documentation under eGrants as authorized official. B. 74352 Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) 1284: 1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2020 Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) SHSP-LETPA with the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office. 2. Authorization for the County Judge to e-sign the required documentation under eGrants as authorized official. C. 74185 Sheriff's Office - Operation Stonegarden FY 2017 (1284): Authorization to request a grant adjustment for a 3 month extension for FY 2017 Operation Stonegarden (grant #3172203) with authority for Co. Judge to certify adjustment on eGrants. D. 74182 Sheriff's Office - Operation Stonegarden (1284): 1. Authorization and approval to accept the Grant Adjustment Notice in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY 2018 and authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to certify grant adjustment on Egrants. 2. Approval of intradepartmental transfer to reflect budget adjustment.
Constable Pct. #1: A. 74350 Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Ricardo Perez as Deputy Constable by Constable Celestino, Avila Jr., Constable Pct. 1 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011 B. 74362 Constable Pct 1 - Operation Stonegarden (1284): 1. Authorization and approval to accept the Grant Adjustment Notice in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY 2018 and authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to certify grant adjustment on Egrants. 2. Approval of intradepartmental transfer to reflect budget adjustment. C. 74341 Constable Pct. 1: Requesting approval for the County Judge to execute FY 2019 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report.
74251 Constable Pct. 1 (1100): Approval to create one (1) full-time temporary position, effective 02/11/2020 thru 12/31/2020 as follows: Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Rank Create 291-001 T018 Deputy Constable 06
Constable Pct. #1: A. 74350 Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Ricardo Perez as Deputy Constable by Constable Celestino, Avila Jr., Constable Pct. 1 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011 B. 74362 Constable Pct 1 - Operation Stonegarden (1284): 1. Authorization and approval to accept the Grant Adjustment Notice in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY 2018 and authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to certify grant adjustment on Egrants. 2. Approval of intradepartmental transfer to reflect budget adjustment. C. 74341 Constable Pct. 1: Requesting approval for the County Judge to execute FY 2019 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report.
Constable Pct. #2: A. 74247 Constable Pct. 2 - LBSP FY 2021 (1284): 1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY 2021 Grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Division (HSGD), through egrants. 2. Authorization for County Judge Richard Cortez, as authorized official,to e-sign application under egrants. 3. Approval of Rosolution for LBSP FY 2021 Grant to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required documents (grant period September 1, 2020 to August 31, 2021). B. 74105 Constable Pct. 2: Requesting approval for the County Judge to execute FY 2019 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report. C. 74197 Constable Pct. 2 CCP59 (1260): Approval of 2020 appropriation of fund balance for Constable Precinct 2 Chapter 59 in the amount of $1,582.52.
Constable Pct. #3: A. 74190 Constable Pct. 3 Presentation and discussion of the 2019 Racial Profiling report, as presented by the Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 3 Department, in accordance with Article 2.132 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedures. B. 74047 Constable Pct. 3 - LBSP FY 2021 (1284) 1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY 2021 Grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Division (HSGD), through egrants. 2. Authorization for County Judge Richard Cortez, as authorized official, to e-sign application under egrants. 3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP FY 2021 Grant to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required documents (grant period September 1, 2020 - August 31, 2021)
Constable Pct. #4: A. 74292 Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Juan Ricardo Guzman as Reserve Deputy Constable by Constable A. "J.R." Gaitan, Constable Precinct 4 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.
Constable Pct. #5: A. 74236 Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Michael Anzaldua and Carlos Ramos as Reserve Deputy Constables by Constable Daniel Marichalar, Constable Pct 5 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.
Executive Office: A. Presentation for discussion of the following: 1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects 2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting B. 74321 Introduction of new Facilities Management Director C. 74203 Requesting permission by Museum of South Texas History to use county parking lots near the museum for visitor parking for the following events: * Pioneer & Ranching Crafts Day; Saturday, Feb. 15; 8-5 pm * The Big Squeeze; Saturday, April 4; 8am-5pm * Fiesta de Oro; Saturday, April 18; 8am-6p.m. * Summer Nights at the Museum, Thursdays, June 11 & 25; July 9; 5:30pm * ¡Fandango! de Oro; Saturday, October 3; 4-11p.m. * Catrina Ball, Friday, October 23; 3p.m. to 10p.m. * Dia de los Muertos, Saturday, October 24; 2p.m.-10p.m. * Golden Anniversary Former Trustee Reunion; Thursday or Friday, Nov. 19 or 20; 5-11p.m. * Fiesta de Noche Buena; Sunday, Dec. 13; 1-5p.m.
B. 74405 Approval of the 2020 Position Inventory List. C. 74251 Constable Pct. 1 (1100): Approval to create one (1) full-time temporary position, effective 02/11/2020 thru 12/31/2020 as follows: Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Rank Create 291-001 T018 Deputy Constable 06 D. 74258 370th District Court (1100) / 332nd District Court (1100): 1.Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners' Court approval: Action Dept. / Prg. Slot # Obj. Code Position Title Current Supplemental Allowance Current Supplemental Allowance Add Supplemental Pay 007-001 0001 117 Court Reporter $0.00 $3,000.00 Remove Supplemental Pay 006-001 0002 117 Court Coordinator (DC) $1,500.00 $0.00 Remove Supplemental Pay 006-001 0004 117 Assistant Court Coordinator (DC) $1,500.00 $0.002. Approval of interdepartmental transfer. E. 74360 County Judge (1100): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 02/17/2020: Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Current Allowance Proposed Allowance Add Auto Allowance 110-006 0003 Assistant Chief of Staff I 18 $0.00 $5,000.00 F. 74393 Precinct 4 (1200): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 02/17/2020 as follows: Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Current Position Title Current Grade & Step Requested Position Title Requested Grade & Step Supplemental Amount Delete 124-005 0012 Clerk III G05/S01 - - - Reclassification 124-007 0065 Equipment Operator II G08/S02 Equipment Operator III G10/S01 - Reclassification 124-036 0004 Equipment Operator III G10/S04 Equipment Operator IV G12/S01 - Reclassification 124-036 0016 Equipment Operator III G10/S05 Equipment Operator IV G12/S02 - Reclassification 124-036 0017 Equipment Operator III G10/S05 Equipment Operator IV G12/S02 - Reclassification 124-001 0027 Coordinator I G09/S01 Supervisor II G11/S01 - Delete Supplemental 124-001 0015 Maintenance I G03/S04 Maintenance I G03/S04 ($1,500.00) Add Supplemental 124-001 0017 Maintenance I G03/S04 Maintenance I G03/S04 $1,500.00 Add Supplemental 124-007 0018 Equipment Operator II G08/S01 Equipment Operator II G08/S01 $1,500.00
Urban County: A. 74331 "Subject to compliance with HB 1295, when and if applicable." The Urban County Program is requesting the award of bids and the approval of contracts with R G Enterprises, LLC, dba G & G Contractors & A-One Insulation for the demolition and reconstruction of the following: (6) Units in the Countywide area in the total contract amount of $412,750.00 to R G Enterprises, LLC, dba G & G Contractors (1) Unit in the Countywide area, (1) unit in the City of Weslaco, (1) unit in the City of San Juan and (1) unit in the City of Mercedes in the total contract amount of $254,750.00 to A-One Insulation. B. 74334 The Urban County Program is requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No.1 to the Professional Service Agreement with Hinojosa Engineering, Inc. The original contract amount was $20,000.00 and will be increased by $27,969.39, for a total contract amount of $47,969.39, utilizing CDBG FY 28 (2015) La Joya Street Improvement funds. Also requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 2 for additional work. C. 74330 Hidalgo County Urban County Program on behalf of the City of Mercedes is requesting authority to purchase 26 computers for the Dr. Hector P. Garcia Memorial Library. Purchase will be made from Systime, Inc. in the amount of $17,498.00 (quote attached) funded through UCP FY 2018 (UCP Yr. 31)Public Service Library Funds.
Health & Human Services Department: A. 74194 Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by County Auditor in the amount of $145,796.50 for funds from the Health & Human Services Commission - Medicaid Administrative Claiming program and appropriation of the same.
Adult Probation: A. 74254 Approval to apply for the following 2021 Criminal Justice Division (CJD) of the Governor's Office grants and approval of resolutions pertaining to each grant: Domestic Violence Court Grant # 3110405 DWI Court Grant #2413911 Veteran's Court Grant #2431510 Re-entry Court Grant Misdemeanor DWI Court Grant #3623203 Mental Health Court Grant # 3848402 Substance Abuse Treatment Facility - RSAT Grant #2928006 Youthful Offender Court Grant # 3813402 Misdemeanor Drug Court Grant B. 74198 Adult Probation - DWI CRT (1289) December 2019 Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the DWI Grant program income in the amount of $543.00 and appropriation of same.
Emergency Management: A. 74372 Resolution honoring agencies that participated in the Prepared Not Scared Initiative. B. 74389 1. Approval of the appointment of the Hidalgo County Local Emergency Planning Committee Board 2. Authorization for County Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign the Local Emergency Planning Committee membership updates form for the State Emergency Response Commission c/o TDEM Operation section.
ommunity Service Agency: A. 74305 Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve the MailFinance Lease Agreement with Green Mailing Solutions for the FY 2020 with authorization for Jaime Longoria to sign any and all pertinent documents. B. 74300 Discussion, consideration, and possible action on amendment to the Senior Companions Program (SCP) Grant:18SCWTX003 and to the Foster Grandparent Program (FGP) Grant:18SFWTX002 for a one-time augmentation for stipend increase and baseline funding increase to $3.00 per hour, effective April 1, 2020.
IT Department: A. 74255 Discussion, consideration, and action on Management Control Agreement regarding Texas Department of Public Safety and FBI Criminal Justice Information System between Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 1, Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 2, Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 3, Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 4, Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 5 and Hidalgo county Information Technology Department. B. 74269 Authorization and approval to upgrade equipment and to purchase new wireless devices with service through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following (as listed): Department: Qty: Employee/ID: Description: Service Plan: Equipment: Equipment Cost: District Clerk 1 Laura Hinojosa/152692 New Cell Phone w/ Service 4G Custom Nationwide Unl. Mins+MSG Unl + Email&Data Unl @ $39.99 + $5.00 (taxes/fees) per month iPhone XR 64GB 0 Fire Marshal 1 Miguel J. Guerra/236632 New Cell Phone w/ Service 4G Custom Nationwide Unl. Mins+MSG Unl + Email&Data Unl @ $39.99 + $5.00 (taxes/fees) per month iPhone XR 64GB 0 Fire Marshal 1 Miguel J. Guerra/236632 New MiFi w/ Service Custom 4G Unl. MB Plan w/ MBP for National Security, Public Safety, & First Responders @ $37.99 + $5.00 (taxes/fees) per month MiFi 8800 L 0 Commissioner Pct. 3 1 Elected Official Use New Cell Phone w/ Service 4G Custom Nationwide Unl. Mins+MSG Unl + Email&Data Unl @ $39.99 + $5.00 (taxes/fees) per month iPhone XR 64GB 0 Department: Qty: Employee/ID: Description: Service Plan: Equipment/ One Time Cost: MDN: Purchasing 1 Purchasing Office Use Upgrading Service Plan 4G Custom National Unl. Mins. + MSG Unl + Email&Data Unl. @ $39.99 + $5.00(taxes/fees)/ mo Apple iPhone XR 64GB @ 0 956-289-0752 Purchasing 1 Purchasing Office Use Upgrading Service Plan 4G Custom National Unl. Mins. + MSG Unl + Email&Data Unl. @ $39.99 + $5.00(taxes/fees)/ mo Apple iPhone XR 64GB @ 0 956-457-1132 Purchasing 1 Purchasing Office Use Upgrading Service Plan 4G Custom National Unl. Mins. + MSG Unl + Email&Data Unl. @ $39.99 + $5.00(taxes/fees)/ mo Apple iPhone XR 64GB @ 0 956-515-8976 Purchasing 1 Purchasing Office Use Continuing Service Custom 4G Unl. MB Plan w/ MBP for National Security, Public Safety & First Responders @ $37.99/mo NA 956-310-8530 Purchasing 1 Purchasing Office Use Continuing Service Custom 4G Unl. MB Plan w/ MBP for National Security, Public Safety & First Responders @ $37.99/mo NA 956-310-8594 Executive Office / Nuisance Abatement 5 Office Use Equipment Upgrades Custom 4G Unl. MB Plan w/ MBP for National Security, Public Safety & First Responders @ $37.99/mo ea. Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e @ $279.99 ea. various 5 lines
WIC: A. 74238 WIC Lactation Support Center Services (1292): 1.Requesting approval to apply for the new FY 21 DSHS Lactation Support Center Services Strategic Expansion Program (LSCS-SEP) for Hidalgo County Health & Health Services contract, for the period September 1, 2020 through August 31, 2021, in the amount of $200,000.00. 2. Requesting approval to submit Form A-Face Page for Lactation Support Center Services. B. 74301 Approval to accept from the WIC State Office 2- 2020 Ford Escapes as part of the Hidalgo County WIC Program Inventory with authority for Executive Officer and/or WIC Director to sign documents. C. 74278 WIC Program (1292): Requesting ratification for approval to submit the Fiscal Year 2020/2021 WIC Form A: Contract Renewal Form for the Hidalgo County WIC Program.
Planning Department: A. 74374 1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMITS a. Applicant: United Irrigation District Location of Pipeline Crossing: Mile 8 ½ Road approximately ¾ mile east of Los Ebanos Road. (Pct. 3) Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 42” RCP Irrigation line crossing via open cut Mile 8 ½ Road. b. Applicant: Wonderful Citrus Packing Co., LLC. Location of Pipeline Crossings: 3 crossings on M. Davila Sr. Road, 2 crossings on Marcedonio Road and 1 crossing on “unnamed Pct, 4 Road”. (Pct. 4) Proposed improvements within Right-of-Way: Consists of Three 15” PVC and Two 12” PVC corrugated Drain Pipes that will cross the above mentioned County Roads via open cuts. c. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation C/O The 5125 Company LLC. (A&D LINES) Proposed improvements: Consists of various sizes of sanitary sewer lines being constructed via open cut within the existing internal streets of the below mentioned subdivisions and County Road. Location of Multiple Pipeline Crossings in Pct. 1: Sunrise Subdivision Sunrise Hill Subdivision Mile 12 North Road d. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation C/O The 5125 Company LLC. – (B-LINES) Proposed improvements: Consists of various sizes of sanitary sewer lines being constructed via open cut within the existing internal streets of the below mentioned subdivisions and County Roads. Location of Multiple Pipeline Crossings in Pct. 1: Cielo Azul Unit 3 Subdivision La Paloma #2 Subdivision La Paloma #1 Subdivision Olivarez #4 Subdivision Mile 12 North Road North Barrera Street e. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation C/O The 5125 Company LLC.- (E-LINES) Proposed improvements: Consists of various sizes of sanitary sewer lines being constructed via open cut within the existing internal streets of the below mentioned subdivisions. Location of Multiple Pipeline Crossings in Pct. 1: Sunrise Subdivision Olivarez #10 Subdivision Puesta Del Sol Subdivision
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes: A. 74381 1. Requesting approval to rescind action taken on AI-72571 on 10/08/2019 for LPA Standard Utility Agreement for the Mile 6 West Project with North Alamo Water Supply and Hidalgo County. 2. Discussion and possible action to execute the LPA Standard Utility Agreement for the Mile 6 West Project with North Alamo Water Supply contingent on receipt of TXDOT concurrence letter, prior to execution by County Judge
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu: A. 74391 1. Ratification of the submission of a grant extension request to Valley Baptist Legacy Foundation to allow additional time for completion of the Pct 2 Las Milpas Park Youth Facility Project. 2. Request for approval to accept the extension of time granted by Valley Baptist Legacy Foundation for the completion of the Pct 2 Las Milpas Park Youth Facility Project from 1/4/2020 to 9/14/2020. B. 74395 1. Requesting approval of an order authorizing Hidalgo County to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation for the Pct 2 Dicker Road Project from 23rd Street to Jackson Rd, with authority for the County Judge to sign the Order. 2. Requesting approval of an Inter-local Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the County of Hidalgo and Texas Department of Transportation for the testing and inspection of Prefabricated bridge-related items only performed by TxDOT Construction Division for the Pct 2. Dicker Road Project. C. 74257 1. Requesting authorization and approval to apply for water service with the City of Hidalgo for the Pct 2 All-Inclusive Park Project. 2. Approval of payment to the City of Hidalgo in the amount of $335.00 for the utility deposit and connection fee to set up water meter for the Pct 2 All-Inclusive Park Project, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores: A. 74183 Requesting approval of Access Agreement between Hidalgo County and C&J Well Services.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres: A. 74271 Requesting approval to name a private Right of Way Perpetual Easement out of Fresh Water Farms, being a re-subdivision of Lot 3 Puckett Subdivision as Carrizales Service Road for 911 purposes.
Budget & Management: A. 74398 Approval to increase the Office of Professional Responsibility assignment pay from level I ($1,800) to level II ($2,100) in accordance with the Law Enforcement Pay Plan table. B. 74244 Various Departments: Approval of salary schedule changes as per Exhibit A in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan.
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. 74276 Presentation for consideration, action, and approval of the proposed Letter of Engagement received from number #1 ranked firm, Burton, McCumber & Longoria, for the Independent Audit Services for Hidalgo County for two (2) fiscal year term with HC option to extend for two (2) additional one (1) fiscal year terms. 2. 74368 A. Requesting approval for Change Order No. 45 for the addition of Perforated Panels at the Judge's Parking an increase in the amount of $151,958.00 in connection with the construction of New Hidalgo County Courthouse from contracted vendor, Morganti Texas Inc. B. Requesting approval for Change Order No. 49 to incorporate items required to provide redundant power from AEP (Upgrade) an increase in the amount of $140, 554.00 in connection with the construction of New Hidalgo County Courthouse from contracted vendor, Morganti Texas Inc. B. County Judge's Office 1. 74380 Requesting approval of an "Exception" to Hidalgo County's Accounting Procedures Manual/Non-Travel Meals, Refreshments & Related Expenses as supported by the rationale presented herein [Memo attached] for the purchase of applicable supplies [detailed in Memo] through the County's established procurement protocol [i.e. Requisition and PO System] for fiscal year 2020. C. Pct. 1 1. 74296 Requesting approval of Supplemental #1 to Work Authorization #1 through Contract # C-18-304-02-26 with L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. dba L & G Engineering for professional engineering services for FM 88 from 0.025 Miles North SH 107 (5th Ave) North to FM 1925 to reflect revised Exhibits B & D-1 resulting in an increase of $286,563.00. D. Pct. 3 1. 74387 Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 3 current contract [C-12-246-10-16] with L&G Consulting Engineers, professional services for, "Liberty Road Project (from US 83 to Mile 3)" for Precinct No. 3, to revise Exhibit B- Services to be provided by the Engineer and Exhibit "D-1" -Project Estimated Fee Schedule. E. Pct. 4 1. 74412 Requesting approval of Work Authorization #3 in connection to contract # C-19-252-07-16 with Halff Associates, Inc. for project specific: Storage Facility at Precinct 4 in the amount of $ 25,670.00. 2. 74411 Requesting approval of Work Authorization #1 in the amount of $15,357.00 pursuant to Article 22 of the current "on-call" agreement (C-19-210-09-03) with MEG Engineers for the provision of engineering services for Construction Material & Geo-Technical Testing Services for Linn-San Manuel Veterans Park Project. 3. 74349 A. Requesting approval to rescind action taken by Commissioners' Court on June 6, 2019 (AI-70681) of the bid awarded to Texas Cordia Construction, LLC for the Construction of the North Alamo Realignment Project for Pct. 4. RFB No. 2018-246-02-27-RFV; B. Approval to re-advertise project utilizing the same procurement packet as approved by Commissioners' Court on January 29, 2019 (AI-68687). F. District Courts 1. 74299 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(s) [if applicable] for "On-line Research Services" with Lexis Nexis including but not limited to the following Hidalgo County department(s) [464th State District Court] effective 01/01/2020 and subject to compliance HB 1295 including authority for County Judge to execute documentation. G. Budget & Management 1. 74297 Acceptance and approval of the negotiated agreement between Hidalgo County and Gallagher Benefits, Inc. (ranked by HCCC on 11-05-19) [which includes the best and final offer (BAFO)] for RFP No. 2019-221-10-02-YSS titled: Consulting Services for Self-Funded Insurance Group Health and authority for County Judge to sign additional documents necessary to effectuate the agreement. Approval for County to Judge to sign additional documents necessary to effectuate the agreement. H. County Clerk 1. 74195 Requesting approval to continue the preservation of Deed and Official Records volumes 2167-2368 with Kofile Technologies, Inc. [awarded vendor] through HC membership/participation with TXMAS Contract # [TXMAS-18-3602]. In the amount of $509,040.00 through Requisition# 407979.
31. 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. Private consultation and advice of counsel concerning pending, potential and/or contemplated litigation, settlement offers, and/or legal matters subject to the attorney-client priviledge under the authority of the Open Meetings Act Section 551.071, Government Code. C. 74201 EEOC Charge No. 451-2017-00801; A.A. v County D. 74403 Cause #CL-20-0364-B; State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company ASO Guadalupe Flores v. County E. 74401 County of Hidalgo v. Texas Department of Motor Vehicles F. 74207 Claim of Heriberto Ramirez Garcia G. 74259 Claim of Frontier Communications H. 74383 Claim of Francis Ciancarelli I. 74221 Hidalgo County v. Jose David Chavez & Juan Chavez J. 74224 Hidalgo County v. Gerardo Medina Lugo K. 74226 Hidalgo County v. Rafael Torres & Fernando Gomez, Jr. L. 74370 FTC v A-1 Janitorial Sup Corp Refund Acct 32. A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024(A) (4) "a Professional Service" for the "provision of legal services/representation in connection with litigation." B. Engagement with the firm of _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement (subject to compliance with HB1295)
33. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 74202 EEOC Charge No. 451-2017-00801; A.A. v County D. 74404 Cause #CL-20-0364-B; State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company ASO Guadalupe Flores v. County E. 74402 County of Hidalgo v. Texas Department of Motor Vehicles F. 74208 Claim of Heriberto Ramirez Garcia G. 74260 Claim of Frontier Communications H. 74384 Claim of Francis Ciancarelli I. 74222 Hidalgo County v. Jose David Chavez & Juan Chavez J. 74225 Hidalgo County v. Gerardo Medina Lugo K. 74227 Hidalgo County v. Rafael Torres & Fernando Gomez, Jr. L. 74371 FTC v A-1 Janitorial Sup Corp Refund Acct 36. Adjourn