CARES Act Relief Funds (1287): (Audio Reference 1h:48m 49s)
Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the ratification of necessary CARES Act Relief Fund expenditures, as listed on Exhibit A, to cover costs not accounted for in the current budget and cannot be lawfully funded by line item, allotment or allocation in connection with the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency; the Court having reviewed the Agenda Item Briefing, herein finds that such expenditure is reasonable and necessary for the intended use.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on item 19.D.
                                                                              
 Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously

B. Authority for the Purchasing Department to commence negotiations for a contract [to be presented to HCCC for action] with the highest ranked/qualified respondent Auction Haus for "Real-Time (Live) Online Auction for Tax Foreclosed Properties." (Audio Reference 1h:52m 02s)

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on item 20.A.1.B.

Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously

The court proceeded to item 20.B.1. (Audio Reference 1h:57m 40s)

Presentation by HDR of  the following conceptual site design options by Commissioners Court for the New Hidalgo County Courthouse [as a result of City, TxDOT and MPO related projects inside and outside the Square]:

B.  Option 2 -  The Meander;

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Oscar Garcia, with Jacobs, presented a summary to the court for each option stated above, and what each option includes.

The court motion to approve Option B - The Meander.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval of Option B - The Meander.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously 

The court proceeded to item 20.E.1. (Audio Reference 2h:11m 42s)

Emergency Management is requesting approval to purchase one (1) 2020 Dodge RAM Tradesman 3500 vehicle through the County's membership/participation with the following cooperative: Buyboard, contract #601.19 thru awarded vendor, Grapevine Dodge Chrysler Jeep in the  total amount of $48,107.00 which includes delivery and a one time administration fee of $400.00 subject to 1295 compliance and price verification. (Audio Reference 1h:57m 48s)

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on item 20.B.1.
                                                        
 Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously

A.  Acceptance and approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo, the City of Progreso, and Urban County (CDBG) for a road overlay of Mile 2 W (Gonzalez Rd.) from (Military HWY 281 to 866 ft. north of Gonzalez Rd.); (Audio Reference 1h:58m 41s)

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on item 20.C.1.A.
                                                                              
 Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously

B.  In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of a  road improvement project to a portion of Gonzalez Rd. from (Military HWY 281 to 866ft. north of Gonzalez Rd.) (Audio Reference 1h:57m 48s) (Audio Reference 1h:59m 19s)

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on item 20.C.1.B.
                                                                              
 Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously

A. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve a necessary CARES Act Relief Fund expenditure to cover cost not accounted for in the current budget and cannot be lawfully funded by line item, allotment or allocation, in order to assist with County functions and compliance with public health measures related to the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency with establishing a WIFI Project to assist the citizens with distance learning including technical improvements, as well as teleworking capabilities which requires a maintenance and service agreement; the Court having reviewed the Agenda Item Briefing, herein finds that such expenditure is reasonable and necessary for the intended use.; (Audio Reference 2h:11m 45s)

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on item 20.E.1.A.

Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously

B. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024 (A) (1) an item that must be purchased in a case of public calamity if it is necessary to make the purchase promptly to relieve the necessity of the citizens or to preserve the property of the county; and, (2) an item necessary to preserve or protect the public health or safety of the residents of the county; (Audio Reference 2h:17m 29s)

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on item 20.E.1.B.

Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously

C. Approval to enter into a three (3) year Master Service Agreement with SmartCom for the provision of certain services, as set forth therein commencing upon approval and subject to 1295 compliance. (Audio Reference 2h:17m 52s)

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on item 20.E.1.C.

Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously

Requesting authority to purchase a "Human Resources Applicant Tracking System & Employee Evaluations Software"; including Setup/Implementation and Training support services, maintenance and any present and future accessories through our membership/participation with DIR-TSO-3984 contract  - awarded vendor SHI's authorized reseller NEOGOV in the total amount of $160,226.18 with first year paying $61,637.31 through requisition 419933 and second year paying $98,588.87. (Audio Reference 2h:18m 17s)

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on item 20.E.2.

Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously

Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for services under Work Authorization No. 1, Contract No. C-20-187-06-16 for Channin Engineering, resulting in an estimated cost increase of $5,600.00 for the Repair of Modular Building for the Health Department. (Audio Reference 2h:19m 45s)

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on item 20.F.1.
                                                        
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously

The court proceeded to item 22 - Closed Session (Audio Reference 2h:20m 18s)