NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a REGULAR MEETING of the Drainage District #1 Board of Directors will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom of the Courthouse Annex III Building, 100 E. Cano, 1st floor, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. The Board of Directors may, at any time during this meeting, retire to a closed meeting pursuant to ยง551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code to seek the advice from its attorney on any subject slated for discussion or action on the agenda. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:
In accordance with Section 551.127, NOTICE is hereby given that a physical quorum, including the presiding officer/member, will be present at the specified meeting location. Some members of the governing body and/or government officials may participate via videoconference.
Members of the public are encouraged to watch the meetings online, at: www.hidalgocounty.us/HClive
1.
Roll Call
2.
Prayer
3.
Open Forum
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda
5.
General Operations:
A.
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Discussion on GLO Grant Opportunity for 2018/2019 storm events.
B.
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Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $146,601.96 as submitted by L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., through Contract No. C-HCDD1-21-025-06-15 to provide Construction Material Testing for, "Mile 9 N & FM 1015-Package IB Improvements-2018 Bond Referendum Project #24."
C.
AI -85158
1. Requesting approval of the final negotiated Professional Services Agreement with J&R Engineering, LLC (C-HCDD1-21-057-03-22), as it relates to Professional Engineering Services for the project, "Glasscock Road from Mile 4 to Mile 5 Stormwater Management," and as approved for negotiations on 12/14/21 (AI-83817). (subject to Legal review);
2. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $142,842.50 as submitted by J&R Engineering, LLC, through Contract No. C-HCDD1-21-057-03-22, to provide Engineering Services for,"Glasscock Road from Mile 4 to Mile 5 Stormwater Management."
6.
2018 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
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1. Requesting Approval of a Budget Amendment in the amount of $1,809,136.54 in the Capital Projects Fund 134 - 2019 Bond Series for Construction Contracts and Work Authorizations relating to the 2018 Drainage Bond Program that have been approved by the Board of Directors.
2. Requesting Approval of a Budget Amendment in Capital Project Fund 136 recognizing Bond Proceeds, issuance cost, and premium of 2021 Bond Series and carry over the available balance of $33,833,186.24 into 2022 Budget.
3. Request Approval of a Budget Amendment in Capital projects fund 137 recognizing Bond Proceed, issuance cost, and premium of 2021A Taxable Bond Series and carry over the available balance of 50,128,370.21 into 2022 Budget.
B.
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Requesting authority to advertise and approval of a Competitive Sealed Proposals packet (requirements, specifications and plans) developed by Project Engineer Firm, Cruz-Hogan Consultant,"Highway 281 & FM 88-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 14" -CSP No. HCDD1-22-019-04-20-RFV, including the re-advertising of the project in the event no responses are received and/or are rejected and project is still required.
C.
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Requesting authority to advertise and approval of Competitive Sealed Proposals packet (requirements, specifications and plans)developed by Project Engineer, Raul E. Sesin, P.E., CFM, HCDD1 General Manager for, "Mid Valley Airport- IBWC Ditch 18B Drainage Improvements-2018 Bond Referendum Project #19"-CSP No. HCDD1-22-020-04-13-RFV, including the re-advertising of the project in the event no responses are received and/or are rejected and the project is still required.
D.
AI -85163
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e., legal notice, specifications, draft contract etc.) as attached hereto for: Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1,"Sale and Removal of Fill Dirt -J-08 Drain -Excavation of Parcel 15A-8 -2018 Bond Referendum Project# 15A," RFB No. HCDD1-22-022-04-13-RFV, including the re-advertisement of project in the event bids are rejected, or no bids are received & project is still required.
E.
AI -85164
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e., legal notice, specifications, bid page, etc.,) as attached hereto for the purchase of two (2) Vertical Axial-Flow Pump for, ''Mile 9 & FM 1015-(18BP24)'' & ''Mid-Valley Airport -IBWC Ditch 18B Drainage Improvement'', RFB No. HCDD1-22-021-04-13-ESZ including the re-advertisement in the event bids are rejected, or no bids are received & project is still required.
F.
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Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 13-15 as it relates to Project 13 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Hidalgo Drain and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, subject to final legal review.
G.
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Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 34-RDF as it relates to Project 34 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - South Lateral Drain Project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, subject to final legal review.
H.
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Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 16-1 as it relates to Project 16 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Jackson Rd. Drain and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, subject to final legal review.
I.
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Raymondville Drain - Budget 010 Cesar Chavez, Texas Rd, Canton, & Tower Rd Improvements
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $271,847.53 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-21-011-07-27. Project Engineer; HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua PE, PO#642716
Mission Lateral - Budget 526
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $169,342.50 from Saenz Brothers Construction pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-21-027-07-27. Project Engineer; L&G Engineering, PO#642757
Mission Lateral - Budget 526 Phase II
3. Approval of Application for Payment Retainage in the amount of $219,708.75 plus interest of $446.48 from H&R Lease pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-20-042-09-08. Project Engineer; L&G Engineering PO#640759-21
Old La Blanca & Mile 10 N. - Budget 528
4. Approval to accept Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from Venser Contractors, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-20-044-09-15. Project Engineer; Guzman & Munoz Engineering PO#641035
5. Approval of Application for Payment No. 5 Retainage in the amount of $21,066.28 plus interest of $30.76 from Venser Contractors, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-20-044-09-15. Project Engineer; Guzman & Munoz Engineering PO#641035
PD Lateral Phase II - Budget 529
6. Approval of Application for Payment No. 9 in the amount of $181,506.05 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-20-029-06-23. Project Engineer; Izaguirre Engineering PO#640212
7.
2012 Bond Referendum - 2013 Bond Series:
A.
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Weslaco Drain - Budget 335
Approval of Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $33,923.79 from Castle Enterprises pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-21-017-06-1. Project Engineer; HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua Jr. PE PO#642481
8.
TCEQ Raymondville Drain Project Phase 2:
A.
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Requesting authority to allow general legal counsel to submit certification to TCEQ regarding RESTORE funds to be used within and limited to the boundaries of the "Ditch" known as the North Raymondville Drain as set forth in the Interlocal Agreement with the Delta Lake Irrigation District.
9.
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)
1.
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Consultation with Legal Counsel regarding Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 vs. Godfrey Garza et al, Cause No. C-0373-17-E, pending in the 275th District Court of Hidalgo County, Texas.
10.
Open Session:
A.
Possible Action of Real Estate Acquisition
B.
Possible Action on Pending and/or Potential Litigation
11.
Adjourn