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NUECES COUNTY, TEXAS
COMMISSIONERS COURT AGENDA
*This meeting will have remote access; See instructions below:
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING*
*Public Notice is hereby given that to the extent the Commissioners Court has distinguished between subjects for public deliberation and those for executive session deliberation, that practice has changed. The Commissioners Court is hereby notifying the public that any item listed anywhere on the agenda, if permitted by law, may be discussed in executive session. See Executive Session below.
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APRIL 13, 2022
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The Nueces County Commissioners Court will meet on the above date at 8:30 a.m. in the Commissioners Courtroom, 3rd floor, Nueces County Courthouse, 901 Leopard, Corpus Christi, Texas. Up to two (2) Court members may participate remotely.
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BARBARA CANALES
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COUNTY JUDGE
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ROBERTO G. HERNANDEZ
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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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| EXECUTIVE SESSION: The Commissioners Court may go into Executive Session to discuss those matters listed anywhere on the Agenda or as otherwise permitted by law. |
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
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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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ANNOUNCEMENT ON DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST: Any Conflicts of Interest or Appearance of a Conflict of Interest with items on this agenda shall be declared at this time. Members with conflicts will refrain from voting and are asked to refrain from discussion on such items. Conflicts discovered later in the meeting shall be disclosed at that time. |
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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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Adopt the following Resolution(s), Proclamation(s), and/or Order(s): |
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In memory of Joan Veith (July 27, 1931 - March 5, 2022). Click to View |
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Resolution-In Memory of Joan Veith
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In recognition of the month of April 2022, as Fair Housing Month. Click to View |
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resolution
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GENERAL INFORMATION REPORTS: |
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Discuss disaster preparedness and response, including matters related to COVID-19, Emergency Orders, severe weather, wildfires, flooding, drainage, economic recovery, state and federal assistance, American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP), and infrastructure status, and other related matters. |
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Accept the following Minutes: |
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March 30, 2022
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Court Minutes 03-30-2022
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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 April 04, 2022; and receive check registers of payments on vendor exception list dated March 25, 2022, and April 01, 2022; and previously approved special motions payments dated April 01, 2022. Click to View |
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CK Reg - Regular 04-14-22.pdf
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CK Reg - Exception List 03-25-22.pdf
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CK Reg - Exception List 04-01-22.pdf
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CK Reg - Special Motions 04-01-22.pdf
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Authorize payment of bills - manual check registers dated March 22, 2022, to April 04, 2022. Click to View |
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Manual CK Reg.pdf
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Authorize payment of bills - Special Motions List and Special Motion List - American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) dated April 13, 2022. Click to View |
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Special Motions Regular - List.pdf
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Special Motions Regular - Backup.pdf
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Special Motions ARPA - List.pdf
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Special Motions ARPA - Backup.pdf
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Authorize payment of bills - group health insurance claims and fees by Boon Chapman dated March 29, 2022. Click to View |
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Group Health Weekly.pdf
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Accept Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Report from Cenikor Foundation; and authorize FY 2021-2022 contract. Click to View |
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Cenikor Foundation - FY20/21 Report
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Cenikor Foundation - FY21/22 Contract
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Adopt a resolution approving the submission of an application and acceptance of award to the Officer of the Governor, Homeland Security Grants Division for the FY 21 Operation Stonegarden (OPSG) Grant. Click to View |
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Stonegarden Resolution
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Operation Stonegarden Grant
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Approve no cost Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Nueces County Office of Emergency Management and BCFS Health and Human Services Emergency Management Division to include Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200 Appendix II Provisions to existing contract. Click to View |
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MOU w/ 2 CFR 200 Provisions
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Ratify the submission of a grant application to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission under the Community Advancement Packages (CAP) Grant program Click to View |
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TSLA - Community Advancement Package (CAP) - Application
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Adopt a resolution in support of an application for the Indigent Defense Improvement Grant Program available through the Texas Indigent Defense Commission. Click to View |
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Resolution
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Ratify the submission of a grant application for the Emergency Food and Shelter Program Phase 39 made available through the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Click to View |
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Phase 39 Application
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Ratify the submission of a grant application for the Emergency Food and Shelter Program ARPA-R grant made available through the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Click to View |
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Emergency Food & Shelter Program - ARPA-R Application
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Approve submission of a grant application to the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) under the FY2021 State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) for reimbursement of costs related to incarcerating undocumented criminal aliens. Click to View |
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Ratify the acceptance of a grant award for the Emergency Food and Shelter Program Phase 39 made available through the United Way of the Coastal Bend. Click to View |
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Award Certification
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Ratify the acceptance of a grant award for the Emergency Food and Shelter Program ARPA-R made available through the United Way of the Coastal Bend. Click to View |
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Award Certification
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Authorize execution of agreement with Diamond Chemical Co., Inc. for IFB No. 3186-21 Laundry Supplies for Nueces County Jail. Click to View |
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IFB No. 3186-21 Agreement
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Authorize BuyBoard Contract No. 590-19 purchase with Petroleum Solutions, Inc dba JF Petroleum Group to replace two (2) fuel tank dispensers and two (2) sub pumps and related repair work at Packery Maintenance Yard for Coastal Parks.
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JF Petroleum quote
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REGULAR AGENDA: |
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AGENDA ITEMS |
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Discuss and consider terminating Nueces County Declaration of Disaster Due to Public Health Emergency originally signed March 13, 2020. Click to View |
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Receive presentation from Board of District Court Judges regarding Texas Indigent Defense Commission (TIDC) mental health grant; discuss and consider submission of application for TIDC mental health grant. Click to View |
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Planning Study - 2022
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Receive an update on the construction of the new Harbor Bridge replacement project. Click to View |
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Receive recommendation from Nueces County Animal Care Advisory Committee regarding Animal Care facility. Click to View |
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Discuss and consider approval of amended personal services contract with Legislative Consultant, Patricia Shipton, for services related to the 88th Texas Legislative Session, strategic planning, consulting, and governmental relations services superseding and replacing agreement approved on March 30, 2022. Click to View |
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Amended Agreement - Patricia Shipton
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Discuss and consider approval of amended personal services contract with Legislative Consultant, Joel Romo, for services related to the 88th Texas Legislative Session, strategic planning, consulting, and governmental relations services superseding and replacing agreement approved on March 30, 2022. Click to View |
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Amended Agreement - Joel Romo
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Discuss and consider extension letter related to the Equipment Lease/Purchase Agreement with Banc of America Public Capital Corp. Click to View |
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Banc of America Public Capital Corp - Acquisition Period Extension
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Discuss and consider joining the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) Energy Cooperative related to electricity procurement. Click to View |
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TASB Program Overview
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TASB.DE-Sample Pricing Proposal
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Discuss and consider electricity procurement through Public Power Pool (P3), including opting-out of 2022 procurement cycle, procurement of renewals, and related matters. Click to View |
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P3 Presentation
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Discuss and consider distribution of County Emergency Rental Assistance 2 Program to include eligible households within the City of Corpus Christi. Click to View |
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Nueces Co. ERAP Proposal
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Discuss and consider amended Work Authorization No. 8 related to Emergency Rental Assistance with Hagerty Consulting, providing for increase in the not to exceed amount and time extension; discuss and consider amended Hagerty Work Authorization No. 10 with Hagerty Consulting related to American Rescue Plan Support. Click to View |
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Nueces Co. ERAP Proposal
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Amended Work Authorization No. 8
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Amended Work Authorization No. 10
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Work Authorization No. 8
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Work Authorization No. 10
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Discuss and consider Premium Pay under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) for law enforcement in the Nueces County Collective Bargaining Agreement. Click to View |
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Proposed Premium Pay
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Discuss and consider accepting City Port Aransas, Texas Resolution No. 2022-R-15 (passed April 4. 2022) regarding purchase of Nueces County’s real property located at 430 N. Alister St., in Port Aransas, Texas Click to View |
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Resolution
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Discuss and consider approving the updated Nueces County Commissioners’ Court Policy and Procedure Guidelines incorporating changes approved by the Commissioners Court on March 30, 2022 and also incorporating non-substantive formatting and renumbering changes, and related matters. Click to View |
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Com. Court Policies 3-30-22
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Discuss and consider taking action on settlement demand concerning personal injury claim o/b/o ARH, a minor. Click to View |
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Discuss and consider approval of any accrued overtime hours pursuant to County policy for essential exempt employees during declared disasters as it relates to COVID-19, and/or storm preparedness and response; severe weather preparedness and response. Click to View |
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Discuss and consider submission of a pre application to National Fish and Wildlife Foundation for up to $10 Million to assist with construction of a living breakwater and oyster reef seeding to improve water quality in Corpus Christi Bay. Click to View |
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Davidson.Letter
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Funding.May2021
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Discuss and consider reallocation of funds from 2021 Certificates of Obligations for Bob Hall Pier and IRT materials. Click to View |
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Receive update on wildfires and wildfire conditions, including resources, mutual aid agreements, and related matters. |
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PUBLIC WORKS |
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Receive presentation from the Director of Public Works related to Fiscal Year 2022 First Quarterly Expenditure Report. Click to View |
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FY2022 1st Quarter Report
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PURCHASING |
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Discuss and consider selection for IFB No. 3188-21 Motor Oil and Lubricants. Click to View |
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IFB No. 3188-21 Bid Tab
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IFB No. 3188-21 Bid Tab Comparison
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AUDITOR |
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Approve Monthly Financial Report for the month of September 2021. Click to View |
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MFR SEP 2021.pdf
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Approve Budget Change Order No. 10 for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. Click to View |
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BCO#10 List.pdf
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BCO#10 Backup.pdf
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Approve Capital Project Budget Change Order No. 107. Click to View |
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CPBCO #107 - List
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CPBCO#107 Backup.pdf
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Discuss and consider approval of payments received from the City/County Public Health District invoiced from January 2022. Click to View |
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Invoice #1
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Invoice #2
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Invoice #3
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Pending payables
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HUMAN RESOURCES |
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Discuss and consider selection of an applicant to fill the position of the Grants Administrator. Click to View |
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Discuss and consider selection of an applicant to fill the position of Public Information Officer. Click to View |
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Discuss and consider reinstating budgeted car allowance for Constable Precinct 2 from effective date of March 31, 2022. Click to View |
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Discuss and consider selection of an applicant to fill the position of Medical Examiner to be effective upon current Medical Examiner vacancy. |
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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 anywhere on the Agenda, when authorized by the provisions of the Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. To the extent there has been a past practice of distinguishing items for public deliberation and those for executive session, the public is advised that the Court is departing from that practice, and reserves the right to discuss any listed agenda items in executive session when authorized by law to do so. 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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Conduct interviews of applicants for position of Grants Administrator. Click to View |
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Conduct interviews of applicants for position of Public Information Officer. Click to View |
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Deliberate the value of real property located adjacent to the Richard Borchard Fairgrounds. Click to View |
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Consult with County Attorney regarding City of Port Aransas Resolution No. 2022-R-15, (passed April 4, 2022) offering to purchase Nueces County’s real property located at 430 N. Alister St., in Port Aransas, Texas, and related matters. Click to View |
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Consult with County Attorney regarding settlement demand concerning the personal injury claim o/b/o ARH; and related matters. Click to View |
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Consult with County Attorney on legal matters related to County expenses associated with prosecution of criminal cases, and related matters. Click to View |
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Deliberate personnel issues including compensation package for Medical Examiner and related matters. |
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