NovusAGENDA


	EL PASO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT

CARLOS LEON
Commissioner, Pct.1

ILIANA HOLGUIN
Commissioner, Pct.3

DAVID STOUT
Commissioner, Pct.2

CARL L. ROBINSON
Commissioner, Pct.4


	RICARDO A. SAMANIEGO County Judge

In accordance with section 418.016 of the Texas Government Code, Governor Abbott has suspended various provisions that require government officials and members of the public to be physically present at a specified meeting location. As a result, all or some government officials may participate via telephone or videoconference. Additionally, members of the public are encouraged to watch the meetings online, at the links provided below. Members of the public are also encouraged to participate in public comment by calling the telephone number below. This temporary suspension will leave important open-meeting protections in place:

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	Commissioners Court Chambers, El Paso County Courthouse 500 East San Antonio Room 303 El Paso, Texas 79901 Website address: http://www.epcounty.com View live video webcast: http://epcounty.com/video Please place all electronic devices on silent mode to reduce disruption of the meeting.

AGENDA
Regular Meeting, July 26, 2021 - 9:30 AM


Strategic Plan Priority


	1.	OPEN MEETING


	2.	PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE


	3.	INVOCATION


			A.	Receive an invocation.


	4.	CONSENT AGENDA


		NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC All matters listed under the Consent Agenda will be considered by the Commissioners Court to be routine and will be enacted by one motion in the form listed below. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless members of the Court or persons in the audience request that specific items be moved from the Consent Agenda to the Regular Agenda for discussion prior to the time the Commissioners Court votes on the motion to adopt the Consent Agenda. All matters listed on the Consent Agenda and Regular Agenda may be discussed in Executive Session at the discretion of the El Paso County Commissioners Court and following verbal announcement, if an appropriate exception to the open meeting requirement of the Texas Open Meetings Act is applicable.


			A.	Approval of the Minutes of the regular meeting of July 19, 2021 and the special meeting of July 15, 2021.
				County Administration Department (915) 546-2215
			B.	Pursuant to Chapter 59.06(h) of the Code of Criminal Procedure, approve and authorize the distribution of $37,845.00 from the County's 10% portion of the District Attorney Forfeiture funds, previously donated to the County of El Paso, to the 384th Adult Drug Court Treatment Program for the prevention of drug abuse and the treatment of persons with drug-related problems. Funding is available in SR-DA10%DF-OPS CONTINGENCIES.
				Judge Patrick Garcia, 384th District Court, Adult Drug Court Program (915) 546-2134
			C.	Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Agreement to utilize Texas Department of Information Resources and Texas BuyBoard Cooperative Contracts – Contract Numbers DIR-TSO-4150 and 614-20 with Universe Technical Translation, Inc. for translation, transcription, and interpretation services from October 1, 2021, through September 30, 2023, in an amount not exceed $2,000 annually. Funding is available in SR-CACOMM-PROF SVC-GEN. (Contract No. 2021-0471)
				Edward Sosa, First Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office (915) 545-2050
			D.	Pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, Section 115.021, audit and settle all accounts against the County shown on the attached listing and direct the payment of those accounts.
				Edward A. Dion, County Auditor, County Auditor's Office (915) 546-2040
			E.	Accept the Certification of Additional Sales and Use Tax to Pay Debt Service.
				Edward A. Dion, County Auditor, County Auditor's Office (915) 546-2040
			F.	Approve amendment No. 38 to the County of El Paso’s 2020-2021 operating budget. This budgetary amendment will increase Grants by $39,625.86, thus increasing the overall budget of $592,885,324.67 to $592,924,950.53.
				Wallace Hardgrove, Executive Director, Budget and Fiscal Policy Department (915) 546-2262
			G.	Approve and authorize the Facilities Department Capital Improvement Request for the replacement of a suspended ceiling in the reception area of the Downtown Detention Facility. Further, approve the allocation of $7,687 for the replacement of a suspended ceiling. Funding is available in CP-CPCNTYCAP12-RENOVATIONS.
				Wallace Hardgrove, Executive Director, Budget and Fiscal Policy Department (915) 546-2262
			H.	Approve and authorize the additional funding needed for the Fleet Operations Department for the New Canopy Project at the El Paso Fabens Warehouse in the amount of $13,500. Further, approve the re-allocation of funding from the CP-IMPROV01-MISCELLANEOUS to CIP20-FACILITIES-CONSTRUCTION for the additional funding needed to complete the New Canopy Project at the El Paso Fabens Warehouse.
				Wallace Hardgrove, Executive Director, Budget and Fiscal Policy Department (915) 546-2262
			I.	Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office, CEO/Law Enforcement Certifications and Assurances Form, as a requirement for all FY22 Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office grant awards. (Contract No. 2021-0537)
				Wallace Hardgrove, Executive Director, Budget and Fiscal Policy Department (915) 546-2262
			J.	Approve and authorize the El Paso County Judge to sign the Interlocal Cooperation Contract with the Health and Human Services Commission on behalf of the Office of the Inspector General for the referral of cases of alleged fraud to the El Paso District Attorney's Office for prosecution of cases. (Contract No. 2021-0475)
				Yvonne Rosales, District Attorney, District Attorney's Office (915) 546-2059
			K.	Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the General Service Agreement with Bliss Moving and Storage, dba Central Transportation Systems, Inc., to pick-up/deliver electoral machines and equipment for the El Paso County Elections Department for a three-year term from the date of signature in the amount of $66,880 per election. Funding is available in SR-ELECTSVC-ELECTIONS EXPENSE. (Contract No. 2021-0467)
				Lisa Wise, Elections Administrator, Elections Department (915) 546-2154
			L.	Approve and authorize the appointment of Early Voting and Election Day Presiding Judges and Alternate Judges for a one-year term beginning August 1, 2021, through July 31, 2022. Further, approve and authorize the Early Voting Stations and Election Day Vote Centers.
				Lisa Wise, Elections Administrator, Elections Department (915) 546-2154
			M.	Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Interlocal Agreement between the El Paso County Hospital District D/B/A University Medical Center of El Paso and the County of El Paso for as needed pre-employment and employment medical examination services for the County Human Resources Department as they relate to the Sheriff’s Office. Funding is available in GF-HR-PROF SVC-GEN. (Contract No. 2021-0346)
				Melissa M. Carrillo, PHR, Chief Human Resources Officer, Human Resources Department (915) 546-2218
			N.	Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the statement of work between El Paso County and Pivot Technology Services Corp. dba Computacenter to perform the pre-installation RF design site survey and the post-installation validation site survey. Funding is available in CP-CPCRTHSIMP12-RENOVATIONS in the amount of $10,820. (Contract No. 2021-0503)
				Christopher Stathis, Chief Information Officer, Information Technology Department (915) 546-2041
			O.	Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the agreement between El Paso County and Pivot Technology Services Corp. dba Computacenter to purchase the network equipment for the County Courthouse Wellness Center. Funding is available in CP-CPCRTHSIMP12-RENOVATIONS for in the amount of $16,358.08. (Contract No. 2021-0504)
				Christopher Stathis, Chief Information Officer, Information Technology Department (915) 546-2041
			P.	Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the statement of work between El Paso County and Pivot Technology Services Corp. dba Computacenter to migrate two Palo Alto Edge firewalls to Cisco Firepower firewalls for internet and VPN security. Funding is available in GF-ITD-CONTR SVC -GEN in the amount of $41,070. (Contract No. 2021-0515)
				Christopher Stathis, Chief Information Officer, Information Technology Department (915) 546-2041
			Q.	Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Amendment to the Software License Agreement between the County of El Paso and SoftwareOne. Funding is available in GF-ASCARATEOP-OPS EXP-GEN in the amount of $39.54. (Contract No. 2021-0545)
				Christopher Stathis, Chief Information Officer, Information Technology Department (915) 546-2041
			R.	Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Amendment to the Software License Agreement between the County of El Paso and SoftwareOne. Funding is available in GF-SOLAW-MAINT/REP-SOFTWARE in the amount of $13.18. (Contract No. 2021-0546)
				Christopher Stathis, Chief Information Officer, Information Technology Department (915) 546-2041
			S.	Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Amendment to the Software License Agreement between the County of El Paso and SoftwareOne. Funding is available in GF-ASCARATEOP-OPS EXP-GEN in the amount of $67.86. (Contract No. 2021-0547)
				Christopher Stathis, Chief Information Officer, Information Technology Department (915) 546-2041
			T.	Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Amendment to the Software License Agreement between the County of El Paso and SoftwareOne. Funding is available in GF-PWADMIN-OFFICE EXPENSE in the amount of $250.42. (Contract No. 2021-0548)
				Christopher Stathis, Chief Information Officer, Information Technology Department (915) 546-2041
			U.	Pursuant to Texas Local Government Sections 232.028 and 232.029, approve and authorize the issuance of certification regarding compliance with applicable plat requirements as provided on the attached listing.
				Jose M. Landeros, Director, Planning & Development Department (915) 546-2015
			V.	Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the First Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement for Design and Construction of Sidewalks with the Camino Real Regional Mobility Authority. The amendment adds Construction, Engineering and Inspection (CE&I) to the contract needed for the construction services. Funding in the amount of $88,926.60 is available in GF-EPCMP-PROF SVC-GEN. (Contract No. 2021-0530)
				Jose M. Landeros, Director, Planning & Development Department (915) 546-2015
			W.	Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Second Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement for Procurement and Placement of Bus Shelters for El Paso County Transit, with the Camino Real Regional Mobility Authority. The amendment adds Construction, Engineering and Inspection (CE&I) to the contract needed for the construction services. Funding in the amount of $94,172.96 is available in GF-EPCMP-PROF SVC-GEN. (Contract No. 2021-0532)
				Jose M. Landeros, Director, Planning & Development Department (915) 546-2015
			X.	Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Master Lease Schedule, Managed Document Services Agreement and related documents with Xerox Business Solutions Southwest for copier services in the amount of $1,377.36 per month for 36 months. Funds are available in GF-PUBLICDEFEND-RENT/LEASES. (Contract No. 2021-0252)
				Kelli M. Childress, Chief Public Defender, Public Defender's Office (915) 546-8185
			Y.	Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Revised Statement of Grant Award FY2021 Improvement Grant from the Texas Indigent Defense Commission (TIDC) for the 48 Hour Bond Hearing Project (Bond48) from October 1, 2020, through September 30, 2021. The amendment increases the grant budget by $2,500, and requires a grant match in the amount of $500. Funding is available in GF-GADM-XFER OUT-GRANT MATCH. (Contract No. 2021-0538)
				Kelli M. Childress, Chief Public Defender, Public Defender's Office (915) 546-8185
			Z.	Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the William Wayne Justice Center for Public Interest Law, the University of Texas School of Law 2021 Justice Corps Texas Law Gideon’s Promise Fellowship Sponsoring Organization Acknowledgement for Simon Lu in the El Paso County Public Defender’s Office for FY 2021. (Contract No. 2021-0540)
				Kelli M. Childress, Chief Public Defender, Public Defender's Office (915) 546-8185
			AA.	Approve award of Bid 21-022 Removal and Replacement of One (1) Existing Water Heater and Two (2) Storage Tanks at the jail annex to T-Dyne Contractors of El Paso, Texas in the amount of $99,000. Purchasing approved on July 13, 2021. Funding is available in CIP21-FAC JAIL ANNX-REN-REPAIR.
				Jose Lopez, Jr., Interim Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department (915) 546-2048
			AB.	Approve award of Bid 21-023 Leasing of Vehicles for the County of El Paso to Acme Auto Leasing, LLC of North Haven, Connecticut, as indicated in the bid tabulation. Purchasing approved on July 13, 2021. Funding is available in SG-OCDETF21-OPERATING EX.
				Jose Lopez, Jr., Interim Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department (915) 546-2048
			AC.	Approve and authorize the ratification of the Interstate Cooperative Contract No. DIR-ISC-195 with the Department of Information Resources (DIR), as amended by the State after it was signed by the County Judge. No further signatures will be required. (Contract No. 2021-0419)
				Jose Lopez, Jr., Interim Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department (915) 546-2048
			AD.	Approve the purchase of Firewall Network Hardware Refresh of EOL Equipment to Remain CJIS Compliant for Information Technology Department (12106705) using Region 19 Contract #16-7210 awarded to PIVOT Technology Services Corp. dba Computacenter of El Paso, Texas in the amount of $465,164.08. Purchasing approved on July 14, 2021. Funding is available in CIP21-ITD-CAP OUT-IT EQUIPMENT.
				Jose Lopez, Jr., Interim Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department (915) 546-2048
			AE.	Approve the purchase of Ascarate Parks & Recreation Wireless Equipment Refresh through Information Technology Department (12105202) using Region 19 Contract 16-7210 awarded to PIVOT Technology Services Corp. dba Computacenter of El Paso, Texas in the amount of $51,497.67. Purchasing approved on July 16, 2021. Funding is available in CIP21-ITD-IT EQUIPMENT.
				Jose Lopez, Jr., Interim Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department (915) 546-2048
			AF.	Approve the purchase and Installation of Emergency Law Enforcement Equipment into Two (2) 2021 Ford Explorer Police Patrol Utility SUV for the County of El Paso Sheriff's Office using Region 19 Contract 17-7259, awarded to Alamo Auto Supply of El Paso, Texas in the amount of $53,132.42. Purchasing approved on July 16, 2021. Funding is available in SG-STGARSO19-CAP-OUTLAYS.
				Joe Lopez, Jr., Interim Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department (915) 546-2048
			AG.	Approve and authorize the transfer and removal of surplus assets from the respective departments to the Purchasing Department in compliance with Texas Local Government Code Section 262.011(j). See attachment.
				Joe Lopez, Jr., Interim Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department (915) 546-2048
			AH.	Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the FY19 Operation Stonegarden Amended Interlocal Agreement #3 and approve the corresponding Fragmentary Order (FRAGO), for the El Paso County Sheriff's Office. (Contract No. 2021-0462)
				Sheriff Richard D. Wiles, El Paso County Sheriff's Office (915) 546-2217
			AI.	Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the First Amendment to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) FY21 STEP Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) grant for the El Paso County Sheriff's Office to reduce and return awarded funds to TxDOT, in the amount of $14,895.01. (Contract No. 2021-0505)
				Sheriff Richard D. Wiles, El Paso County Sheriff's Office (915) 546-2262
			AJ.	Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the El Paso County Tax Assessor-Collector Dealer Deputy Agreements with, Budget Rent A Car (2021-0482), El Paso AutoCenter (2021-0483), Giles Volvo Cars El Paso (2021-0485), Rise V Auto & Tire Center (2021-0486), and Rise V Auto Center West Inc. (2021-0492) authorizing them to act as a Dealer Deputy of the Tax Assessor-Collector in the processing of title/registration applications/motor vehicle sales tax receipts.
				Ruben P. Gonzalez, Tax Assessor-Collector, Tax Assessor-Collector's Office (915) 771-2305


	5.	RESOLUTIONS


			A.	Approve and adopt a resolution supporting the establishment of a City-County Community ID program in El Paso County, Texas.
				David C. Stout, Commissioner, Pct. 2 (915) 546-2111
			B.	Approve and adopt a resolution declaring July 26, 2021, as "Americans With Disabilities Act Enforcement Day" in El Paso County, Texas.
				Carl L. Robinson, Commissioner, Pct. 4 (915) 546-2044
			C.	Approve and adopt a resolution recognizing the Veterans of Foreign Wars 100th Centennial Celebration on July 26, 2021.
				Ricardo A. Samaniego, County Judge, Commissioners Court (915) 546-2098


	6.	PUBLIC COMMENT


		BOARD APPOINTMENTS


			7.	Approve the re-appointment of Commissioner Carlos Leon's nominee, Joy Martinez to the Hospital District Board of Manager for a three-year term ending March 31, 2024.
				Betsy C. Keller, CM, Chief Administrator, County Administration Department (915) 546-2215


		COMMISSIONERS COURT


			8.	Discuss and take appropriate action regarding the use of a third-party consultant to evaluate the Downtown I-10 Segment 2 Project data set regarding traffic projections for the project.
				David C. Stout, Commissioner, Pct. 2 (915) 546-2111
			9.	Discuss and take appropriate action for El Paso County to provide public comment regarding the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) Unified Transportation Program (UTP).
				David C. Stout, Commissioner, Pct. 2 (915) 546-2111


		COUNTY ADMINISTRATION


			10.	Receive a report and discuss and take appropriate action regarding the CARES Act Grant and the Coronavirus Response and Relief, Supplemental Appropriations Act 2021, and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.
				Wallace Hardgrove, Executive Director, Budget and Fiscal Policy Department (915) 546-2262
			11.	Discuss and take appropriate action regarding El Paso County’s preparation and response for COVID-19.
				Betsy C. Keller, CM, Chief Administrator, County Administration Department (915) 546-2215
			12.	Approve and adopt the FEMA-approved Hazard Mitigation Plan for El Paso County, and authorize the County Judge to sign and submit the resolution and adoption package to the Texas Division of Emergency Management. (OP-21-0992)
				Betsy C. Keller, CM, Chief Administrator, County Administration Department (915) 546-2215
			13.	Approve and authorize funds in an amount not to exceed $25,000 for final expenses for the Healing Garden and unveiling ceremony on August 3, 2021 at Ascarate Park. Fundraising efforts will continue to help offset this cost. Funding is available in GF-GADM-OPS CONTINGENCIES.
				Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration Department (915) 546-2215


		PURCHASING


			14.	Approve the Purchase, Installation, Services and Related Products for Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Units of All Sizes for the County of El Paso using Region 19 Contracts 18-7285/18-7289 and Omnia Partners-US Communities 15-JLP-023 as indicated in the tabulation. The County's average yearly expenditure for goods listed under this contract is approximately $582,145. Items will be purchased on an as-needed basis. Purchasing approved on July 15, 2021. Funding is available in various county department accounts.
				Jose Lopez, Jr., Interim Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department (915) 546-2048
			15.	Approve the purchase of Two (2) 420 Backhoe Loaders and One (1) 279D3 Compact/Multi Terrain Loader for the County of El Paso using Buy Board Contract # 597-19, awarded to Wagner Equipment Co., of El Paso, TX in the amount of $318,876.49. Purchasing approved on July 15, 2021. Funding is available in SR-R&B-OPS EQUIPMENT and SR-R&B-CAP OUT-EQUIP.
				Joe Lopez, Jr., Interim Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department (915) 546-2048
			16.	Approve the purchase of Acorn and Metcraft Combo Fixture Toilets for the County of El Paso Sheriff's Downtown Detention Facility and Jail Annex using Region 19 Contract 18-7278, awarded to Ferguson Enterprises, LLC of El Paso, Texas in the amount of $135,877.20. Purchasing approved on July 14, 2021. Funding is available in CIP21-FAC DETENTION-RENOVATION.
				Jose Lopez, Jr., Interim Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department (915) 546-2048
			17.	Approve and authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit proposals for Parking Lot Management Services for the County of El Paso Overland MDR Parking Lot. In accordance with Local Government Code 262.030, the Purchasing Agent has reviewed use of the Request for Proposal (RFP) process.
				Joe Lopez, Jr., Interim Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department (915) 546-2048


		AUDITOR


			18.	Pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code § 114.023, 114.024, 114.025 and 114.026, please accept the attached presentation and the interim financial report for the month ended June 30, 2021. The interim financial report is located on the intranet at: http://www.epcounty.com/auditor/publications/monthlyreports.htm
				Edward A. Dion, County Auditor, County Auditor's Office (915) 546-2040


		LITIGATION, JUSTICE, AND LAW ENFORCEMENT


			19.	Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the letter to the Texas Indigent Defense Commission (TIDC) requesting amendments to the FY 2021 and FY 2022 48 Hour Bond Review Hearing Grant program. Further, authorize the creation of a part-time Legal Secretary, Intermediate GS14 position as described in the amendment request, to be fully funded by this grant. (Contract No. 2021-0539)
				Kelli M. Childress, Chief Public Defender, Public Defender's Office (915) 546-8185
			20.	Approve and authorize the County Judge to accept the FY21 El Paso County Formula Grant Program from the Texas Indigent Defense Commission on behalf of the Public Defender’s Office from October 1, 2020 to September 30, 2021 in the amount of $753,308. There is no County match required. (Contract No. 2021-0447)
				Kelli Childress, Chief Public Defender, Public Defender's Office (915) 546-8185
			21.	Approve and authorize the creation of a new Administrative Coordinator (GS23) position in GF-SOPATROL as approved to be partially reimbursed by the FY20 Operation Stonegarden grant. Further approve and authorize the Sheriff’s Office to pay a portion of the salary and benefits from July 12, 2021 through February 28, 2022. Funding is available in GF-SOJAILANNX-SALARY-FT REGULA.
				Sheriff Richard D. Wiles, El Paso County Sheriff's Office (915) 538-2234


		HUMAN RESOURCES


			22.	Receive a presentation and provide direction on the management, operations, and maintenance of the Overland MDR Parking lot. Funding is available in GF-PRKGRGENHANCE-CAP OUT-EQUIP.
				Melissa M. Carrillo, PHR, Chief Human Resources Officer, Human Resources Department (915) 546-2218


		INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY


			23.	Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the agreement between El Paso County and Pivot Technology Services Corp. dba Computacenter to purchase Cisco Firepower firewalls network equipment. Funding is available in CIP21-ITD-CAP OUT-IT EQUIPMENT in the amount of $465,164.08. (Contract No. 2021-0522)
				Christopher Stathis, Chief Information Officer, Information Technology Department (915) 546-2041


		PUBLIC WORKS


			24.	Approve and authorize the Parks and Recreation Department to accept a donation from the Paso del Norte Community Foundation for Riverpark Trail amenities and supplies to include: 4 shade structures, 1 Bike Repair Station, 16-mile markers, paint for a crosswalk and 2 solar-powered pedestrian beacons. Further, approve the Parks and Recreation Department to work on a contract with the Texas Department of Transportation and Paso Del Norte Community Foundation.
				Veronica Myers, Director, Parks and Recreation Department (915) 771-2380
			25.	Discuss and take appropriate action regarding adoption of the El Paso County Public Improvement District Establishment Order. (OP-20-1439)
				Jose M. Landeros, Director, Planning & Development Department (915) 546-2015
			26.	Acknowledge receipt of the petition submitted by Southwest Land Development Services, Inc. for the establishment of a public improvement district in the East Montana community in accordance with Texas Local Government Section 372.005(c). Further, in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 372.007, discuss and take appropriate action regarding development of a feasibility report for the proposed district. (OP-20-1439)
				Jose M. Landeros, Director, Planning & Development Department (915) 546-2015
			27.	Receive a presentation on the El Paso County’s Storm Water Mitigation Program Proposed FY 21 Projects. Further, authorize Public Works to commence the process for designing and mitigating the storm water projects as proposed within the presentation. Funding is available under GF-RBFLOODCNT-STRMWTR IMPROV.
				Norma Rivera Palacios, Executive Director, Public Works Department (915) 546-2015


		GRANT APPLICATIONS


		Approve the submission of County grant applications as listed and described. If awarded, all grant award agreements will be brought back to the Commissioners Court for final acceptance and approval.


			28.	Approve and authorize the Planning & Development Department to apply for the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act Section 5311 Intercity Bus (ICB) Grant, in the amount of $203,683. No County match is required. Further, authorize the Judge to sign the Obligation Certificate. (Contract No. 2021-0558)
				Jose M. Landeros, Director, Planning & Development Department (915) 546-2015
			29.	Approve and authorize El Paso County Sheriff's Office to apply for the U.S. Department of Justice, FY21 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program – Local Formula Solicitation as the lead applicant for funding in the amount of $217,701, to be split evenly between the County and City of El Paso, from October 1, 2020, through September 30, 2024. No County match is required. Further, authorize the County Judge to sign the required accompanying grant forms. (Contract No. 2021-0549)
				Sheriff Richard D. Wiles, El Paso County Sheriff's Office (915) 546-2217
			30.	Approve and authorize the El Paso County Sheriff's Office, Detention Bureau, to apply for the U.S Department of Justice, BJA FY20 State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) grant for reimbursement funding for the period of July 1, 2018, to June 30, 2019. The grant amount will be determined by the grantor agency at a later date. No County is match required. (Contract No. 2021-0557)
				Sheriff Richard D. Wiles, El Paso County Sheriff's Office (915) 546-2217


		BUDGET AND FINANCE


			31.	Pursuant to Government Code § 61.001 (b), set the juror pay at $7 for each day or fraction of a day while a person is in attendance in Court as a prospective juror but not selected, and $40 for each day or fraction of a day if selected for jury duty and sworn in to sit on a jury panel during FY 2022.
				Wallace Hardgrove, Executive Director, Budget and Fiscal Policy Department (915) 546-2262