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NUECES COUNTY, TEXAS
COMMISSIONERS COURT AGENDA
*This will be a remote meeting with multiple methods of access;
See instructions below:
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
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DECEMBER 2, 2020
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The Nueces County Commissioners Court will meet (via virtual access) on the above date at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners Courtroom, 3rd floor, Nueces County Courthouse, 901 Leopard, Corpus Christi, Texas.
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BARBARA CANALES
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COUNTY JUDGE
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CAROLYN VAUGHN
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COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 1
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JOE A. GONZALEZ
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COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 2
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JOHN MAREZ
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COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 3
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BRENT CHESNEY
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COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 4
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KARA SANDS, CLERK OF THE COURT |
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INFORMATION ON THE COMMISSIONERS COURT AGENDA
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PUBLIC COMMENT: Members of the public will have the opportunity to address the Commissioners Court during this section on any Agenda Item or any subject within its jurisdiction except a matter related to pending litigation. Each speaker should sign in on the Public Comment Sheet available at the rear of the Courtroom at least five (5) minutes before commencement of the Commissioners Court meeting. Speakers should limit their comments to two (2) minutes. The County Judge may, if he/she deems it necessary, limit both the number of speakers and the time allotted to each speaker. Under the law, the Commissioners Court may only take action on items specifically listed on the Agenda. Subject matter presented which is not part of the Agenda will be referred to the appropriate department for review and subsequent action. Materials submitted during public hearings will not be returned unless prior arrangements have been made through the County Clerk, with the approval of the County Judge. At least ten (10) copies of any document to be used by any speaker should be available for distribution. The speaker’s name and, if applicable, Agenda Item number should be clearly marked on such documents.
CONSENT AGENDA: At most meetings, the Commissioners Court establishes a Consent Agenda. It consists of those Agenda Items which are routine or non-controversial, and which neither a member of the Commissioners Court nor the public has asked to be pulled for discussion. Once the Commissioners Court has established the Consent Agenda, Agenda Items included on it will be voted upon in one vote, and will not be discussed separately unless requested by the County Judge, Commissioner, or a citizen.
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ADJOURNMENTS IN MEMORY: The Commissioners Court may adjourn the meeting in memory of deceased community leaders, County employees, and other distinguished persons. Requests for Adjournment in Memory may be made through any County Commissioner or the County Judge.
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AUXILIARY AIDS OR SERVICES: Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting of the Commissioners Court, and who may need special assistance, services or auxiliary aids, should contact the Office of the Nueces County Judge (361-888-0444) at least forty-eight (48) hours ahead of the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
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COMMISSIONERS, PRESENTERS, CONTRIBUTORS, AND PUBLIC ACCESS
The commissioners court members, public, presenters, contributors, and others may access the meeting and make public comment, by clicking the link below and registering prior to the calling of public comment at the beginning of the meeting. Link to webpage instructions: https://www.nuecesco.com/remotepubliccomment
Click the link above for access to the virtual meeting link to join the live broadcast of Commissioners Court. You must join before public comment is called to attend the virtual meeting. Once in the meeting, you will be muted until it is time for public comment. During public comment, the name you submitted will be announced before unmuting you. Before speaking, you will be asked to state, for the record:
- Your full name, and
- Your address
Or QR Code
Phone number to call in is: 361-414-6767
- Dial the number above and enter the following meeting ID when prompted (do not forget to end with the # key)
You must call in before public comment is called to attend the virtual meeting. Once in the meeting, you will be muted until it is time for public comment. During public comment, the last 3 digits of your number will be announced before unmuting your line. Before speaking, you will be asked to state, for the record:
- Your full name, and
- Your address
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CALL TO ORDER
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County Judge calls for the Invocation. |
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Pledge of Allegiance to the United States of America and Texas Flags.
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County Judge will call roll, note date, time, and location of meeting, and certify a quorum is present.
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SAFETY BRIEFING |
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PUBLIC COMMENT: This section provides the public the opportunity to address the Commissioners Court on any issues within its jurisdiction. The Commissioners Court may not take formal action on any requests made during the Public Comment period which are not on the Agenda, but can refer such requests to County staff for review if appropriate. |
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GENERAL INFORMATION REPORTS: |
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Discuss the COVID 19 response, plans for COVID 19 testing, alternative care sites, Isolation and Community Protection Sites (Isofac), amended Orders, and activities related to area economic recovery; receive update from the Nueces County Emergency Operations Center. |
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Discuss Hurricane and Tropical Storm recovery, including items related to Bob Hall Pier, parking lots, roads, drainage, debris removal, other infrastructure; receive update and reports, including Disaster Summary Outlines and Dune Surveys from consultants, Court members, and staff. Click to View |
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Adopt the following Resolution(s), Proclamation(s), and/or Order(s):
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In recognition of December 8, 2020 as Special Hearts Day. Click to View |
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Proclamation
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Present the following Certificate(s) of Recognition: |
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Announcement of December 2020 Employee of the Month. Click to View |
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BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
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Nueces County Emergency Services District #6 Click to View |
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Letter of Intent - Susan Cude
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Letter of Intent - William Ordner
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Letter of Resignation - Judy Felder
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Application - Denise Haskett
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Resume - Denise Haskett
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Letter of Rec from W. Ordner for D. Haskett
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Letter of Rec from B. Hokkanen for D.Haskett
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ESD #6 Description
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CONSENT AGENDA: The following Agenda Items are of a routine nature, and the Commissioners Court has received supporting materials for consideration. All of these Agenda Items will be passed with one vote without being discussed separately, unless a member of the Commissioners Court or the public requests that a particular Agenda Item be discussed. If so, that Agenda Item will be pulled from the Consent Agenda and discussed as part of the regular Agenda at the appropriate time. One vote will approve the remaining items on the Consent Agenda. |
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Authorize payment of bills - regular bill summaries dated November 09, 2020; November 13, 2020; November 16, 2020; and November 20, 2020. Click to View |
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CK Reg 11-9-20.pdf
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CK Reg 11-13-20.pdf
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CK Reg 11-16-20.pdf
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CK Reg 11-20-20.pdf
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Authorize payment of bills - manual check registers dated November 09, 2020, to November 22, 2020. Click to View |
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Manual Ck Reg.pdf
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Authorize payment of bills - special motions list dated December 02, 2020. Click to View |
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Special Motions List
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Special Motions Backup
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Authorize payment of bills - group health insurance claims and fees by Boon Chapman dated November 10 and 17, 2020. Click to View |
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Group Health Nov Wkly.pdf
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Approve FY 2020-2021 Outside Agency Contract with The Je'Sani Smith Foundation.
1.Commissioner Pct., 4 Allocation - $5,000 Click to View |
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Je'Sani Smith Foundation - FY20/21 Outside Agency Contract
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HB89 Form - Je'Sani Smith Foundation
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Accept the following "Outside Agency" Reports for FY 2019-2020:
1. Catholic Charities of Corpus Christi, Inc.
2. South Coastal Area Health Education Center (SCAHEC)
3. Timon's Ministries
4. West Side Helping Hand Click to View |
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Catholic Charities of Corpus Christi - FY19/20 OS Agency Report
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South Coastal Area Health Education Center (SCAHEC) - FY19/20 OS Agency Report
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Timon's Ministries - FY19/20 OS Agency Report
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Westside Helping Hand - FY19/20 OS Agency Report
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Approve the Corpus Christi-Nueces County Public Health District (CCNCPHD) accepting a grant contract with the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) to provide funding for Public Health Emergency Preparedness Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) activities in the amount of $5,000.00; authorize the Director of the Corpus Christi-Nueces County Public Health District, to sign on behalf of Nueces County. Click to View |
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MRC Contract
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Approve the submission of an application to Libraries Transforming Communities (LTC): Focus on Small and Rural Libraries is an initiative of the American Library Association (ALA). Click to View |
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Ratify the acceptance of a grant award from the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office, Criminal Justice Division for the Nueces County Felony Domestic Violence Court Program under the General Victim Assistance Grant Program, FY2021. Click to View |
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Ratify the acceptance of a grant award from to the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office, Criminal Justice Division for the Monitoring Offenders Against Women Project under the Violence Against Women Justice and Training Program, FY2021. Click to View |
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Discuss and award IFB No. 3136-20 Nueces County Roadway Rehabilitation Projects CR 67, CR 69, CR 77 & Bauer Road contingent upon approval of the County’s request for release of funds and certification form and issuance of the Authority to Use Grant Funds by the Texas General Land Office. Click to View |
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IFB No. 3136-20 Bid Tab
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Approve a finding for the method of procurement (request for competitive bids) for Law Enforcement Uniforms; and authorize the Purchasing Agent to publish a notice. Click to View |
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Authorize execution of agreement with Fasclampitt Paper for IFB No. 3142-20 Copy Paper, Computer Paper, NCR Paper, and Envelopes. Click to View |
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IFB No. 3142-20 Agreement
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Authorize execution of agreement with HAC Materials, LTD, IFB No. 3143-20 Hot Mix Asphaltic Concrete, Type D, PG 64-22. Click to View |
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IFB No. 3143-20
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Authorize BuyBoard Contract No. 597-19 for purchase from Holt CAT for 2021 CW16 Paving & Compaction (20-Ton Pneumatic Roller) for Public Works. Click to View |
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Holt.CAT 2021 Paving & Compaction
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Authorize BuyBoard Contract No. 611-20 from John Deere Company for two (2) - 2020 Utility Tractor/2-Flex Wing Rotary Cutter (Mowers) for Public Works. Click to View |
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John Deere Co. 2020 Utility Tractor Mower
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Authorize Buyboard Contract No. 601-19 for purchase from Rush Truck Center for two (2) 2021 8-Yard Dump Trucks for Public Works. Click to View |
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Rush Truck Center 2012 8-Yard Dump Truck
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Authorize Sourcewell Contract No. 032119-JDC purchase from Doggett for (1) 2020 Deere 670G Motor Grader for Public Works. Click to View |
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Doggett 2020 Motor Grader
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Authorize Buyboard Contract No. 601-19 purchase from Rockdale Country Ford dba Caldwell Country for (1) 2021 3-Yard Dump Truck (F450) for Public Works. Click to View |
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Rockdale Country 3-Yard Dump Truck
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Authorize BuyBoard Contract No. 597-19 purchase from Holt CAT for 2020 Excavator (Mulcher) for Public Works. Click to View |
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Holt CAT 2020 Excavator
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Authorize BuyBoard Contract No. 597-19 for purchase from Holt CAT for (1) 2020 Caterpillar CB24B-MB (Vibratory Roller) for Public Works. Click to View |
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Holt CAT 2020 Caterpillar
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Ratify Texas DIR Contract No. DIR-TSO-3926 purchase of 200 Advanced WorkspaceOne licenses and configuration services from Insight for various departments in Nueces County Courthouse for extended remote access needs due to COVID-19. Click to View |
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Insight Quote - 073020NC
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Ratify Omnia partners Contract No. 2018011-02 purchase of ZenCity platform from SHI for analyzing public sentiment in Nueces County to access needs due to COVID-19. Click to View |
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SHI Quote-19431494
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Designate Wednesday as the day of the week that Court will meet in regular term for fiscal year 2020-2021, pursuant to Section 81.005 of the Texas Local Government Code. Click to View |
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Order Designating Court Meeting on Wednesdays
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REGULAR AGENDA:
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AGENDA ITEMS |
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Receive a presentation from Ray Allen, Executive Director Coastal Bend Bays & Estuaries Program, on the FY2019-2020 activities; and, Authorize FY 2020-2021 contract. Click to View |
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FY19/20 Report - Coastal Bend Bays and Estuaries Program
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Coastal Bend Bays & Estuaries Program - FY20/21 Contract
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HB89 - CBBEP
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Receive a presentation from Rebecca Flanigan, Deputy Director of Litigation, Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid Inc., on FY 2019-2020 activities; and, Authorize FY 2020-2021 contract. Click to View |
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FY19/20 Report - Tx Rio Grande Legal Aid Inc.
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Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid, Inc. - FY20/21 Contract
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HB89 Form - Tx Rio Grande Legal Aid
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Receive a presentation from John LaRue, President & Chief Executive Director of The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce, on FY 2019-2020 activities related to the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA); and, Authorize FY 2020-2021 contract. Click to View |
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FY19/20 Report - United CC Chamber of Commerce (TWIA)
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United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce (TWIA) - FY20/21 Contract
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HB89 Form - United CC Chamber of Commerce (TWIA)
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Receive a Post Hanna Condition Report on Bob Hall Pier from Sidney Faas, Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc.; discuss and consider a conceptual engineering and architectural phase including design concepts and public input for rebuilding/renovation. Click to View |
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Bob Hall Pier Presentation
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Discuss and consider selection of Halff and Associates for Northwest Nueces County drainage; approve contract. Click to View |
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Discuss and consider approval of a multiparty letter from Nueces County, City of Corpus Christi, and the Port of Corpus Christi Authority of Nueces County to the Texas Deparment of Transportation (TxDOT), related to the Harbor Bridge Right of Way. Click to View |
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Discuss and consider approval of interlocal agreement with the Nueces County Emergency Services District #1, designating a portion of County CARES Act funding allocation. Click to View |
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DRAFT Interlocal Agreement ESD #1
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Discuss and consider the execution of Supplemental Agreement #1 to a CARES Act Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Nueces County and the Nueces County Hospital District. Click to View |
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Hospital District Supp Agreement
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Discuss and consider the dates for Commissioners Court 2021. Click to View |
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FY2021 - Proposed Commissoners Court Schedule
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Discuss and consider approval of overtime pursuant to County policy for essential exempt employees during a declared disaster as it relates to COVID-19, and storm preparedness and response. Click to View |
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PUBLIC WORKS |
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Receive a presentation on the North Beach Re-Development Traffic Impact Study. Click to View |
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NB Traffic Study
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Receive a presentation from Wiss, Janney, Elstner, Associates, Inc. (WJE) for the comprehensive structural condition assessment of the Historic 1914 Nueces County Courthouse. Click to View |
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Discuss and Consider selection of Richter Architects to provide architectural services related to the Hilltop Community Center facility; approve contract. Click to View |
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Discuss and consider the approval of Certificate of Substantial Completion for the IFB: 3078-18 McKenzie Jail Annex Fire Alarm Replacement completed by Circle Industries. Click to View |
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Cert. of Substantial Completion
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Discuss and consider the approval of (1) the plat of Swan Village and (2) a Subdivision Construction Agreement for the subdivision. Click to View |
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Subd. Const. Agreement
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Subd. Imp. Perf. Bond
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PURCHASING |
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Discuss and award IFB No. 3145-20 Nueces County Roadway Rehabilitation Projects CR 22 & CR49. Click to View |
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IFB No. 3145-20 Bid Tab
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Discuss and consider approving an Order amending the Nueces County Purchasing Policy and Procedures Manual. Click to View |
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Order
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Attachment A
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AUDITOR |
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Approve Budget Change Order No. 04 for Fiscal Year 2020-2021. Click to View |
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BCO#04 List.pdf
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BCO#04 Backup.pdf
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HUMAN RESOURCES |
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Receive information on the Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) including discussing the approval and procedural methods on this employee benefit plan and other related matters. Click to View |
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SLRP plan submitted by HR
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SLRP Agreement
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Discuss and consider creating a position, Director of Mental Health Programs, to be funded by the Nueces County Hospital District. Click to View |
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Job Description - Director of Mental Health
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EXECUTIVE SESSION: PUBLIC NOTICE is given that the Commissioners Court may elect to go into an Executive Session anytime during the meeting to discuss matters listed on the Agenda, when authorized by the provisions of the Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. In the event the Commissioners Court elects to go into Executive Session regarding an agenda item, the section or sections of the Open Meetings Act authorizing the Executive Session will be publicly announced by the presiding officer. In accordance with the authority of the Government Code, Vernon’s Texas Codes, Sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.073, 551.074, 551.0745, 551.076, 551.086, 551.087, the Commissioners Court will hold an Executive Session to consult with attorney(s) including matters related to litigation; deliberate regarding real property, prospective gift(s), personnel matters, including termination, county advisory bodies, security devices, and/or economic development negotiations and other matters that may be discussed in an Executive Session. Upon completion of the Executive Session, the Commissioners Court may in an open session take such action as appropriate on items discussed in an Executive Session. |
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Discuss and consider claim of Eduardo Gonzalez and his demand for back pay and reinstatement to his former position as a Nueces County corrections officer. Click to View |
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Consult with the County Attorney on Cause No. 2:20-CV-00263; DAVID LONGORIA, INDIVIDUALLY AND ON BEHALF OF THE ESTATE OF DAVID JOHNSON, DECEASED v. NUECES COUNTY, TEXAS; JAVIER ZAPATA, JR., in his individual capacity; WILLIAM FIELDER, in his individual capacity; RICHARD CULP, in his individual capacity; JOHN CHRIS HOOPER, NUECES COUNTY SHERIFF, in his individual capacity; WELLPATH LLC, formerly known as CORRECT CARE SOLUTIONS, LLC; TERA PEELER, in her individual capacity; EDRA BOCANEGRA, in her individual capacity; RANDEE ROBERSON, in her individual capacity; and STACY DAWN FLINT, in her individual capacity; In the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas; ratify the hiring of outside counsel, Paul Kratzig (Kratzig Law Firm) to represent Nueces County, Texas; Keith Sieczkowski (Branscomb PC) to represent Sheriff John Chris Hooper in his Individual Capacity; and Myra Morris and Brian Miller (Royston Rayzor) to represent Javier Zapata, Jr, William Fielder and Richard Culp in their Individual Capacities; and related matters. Click to View |
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Adjournment in Memory (upon request) |