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AGENDA DRAINAGE DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS DECEMBER 9, 2025 9:30 A.M. |
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NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a SPECIAL 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.
Discussion and update by HCDD1 General Manager as it relates to pending construction and HCDD1 projects.
6.
General Operations:
A.
AI -101727
1. Request approval of a budget carry over of Special Revenue Grant Funds for the following:
a. Fund 123 TCEQ Raymondville Drain Restore $1,082,202.
b. Fund 124 TWDB Region 15 Grant $3,103,900.
c. Fund 126 TDEM North Main Drain expansion grant, $2,668,708.
d. Fund 127 Urban County GLO Projects 2015-2016 and 2018-2019, in the amount of $645,432.04 for assisting Urban County with the construction of GLO Projects.
2. Request approval of Budget Amendment to transfer out of Capital Project Fund 173 2023 Bond Series in the amount of $250,000 into Fund 127, Budget 208 City of La Villa 2018 GLO, for the purchase of right of ways, surveys, and appraisals.
a. Fund 123 TCEQ Raymondville Drain Restore $1,082,202.
b. Fund 124 TWDB Region 15 Grant $3,103,900.
c. Fund 126 TDEM North Main Drain expansion grant, $2,668,708.
d. Fund 127 Urban County GLO Projects 2015-2016 and 2018-2019, in the amount of $645,432.04 for assisting Urban County with the construction of GLO Projects.
2. Request approval of Budget Amendment to transfer out of Capital Project Fund 173 2023 Bond Series in the amount of $250,000 into Fund 127, Budget 208 City of La Villa 2018 GLO, for the purchase of right of ways, surveys, and appraisals.
B.
AI -101684
Requesting approval to accept bid and approval to execute a Requirements Agreement to the lowest and most responsive bidder meeting specifications and/or requirements, Gold Star Petroleum, Inc for "Fuel-Gasoline and Diesel (On & Off Highway)", with RFB No.HCDD1-25-061-11-19-JS, (subject to final legal review)
7.
2018 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -101593
Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 19-12, as it relates to the 2018 Bond Project No. 19- Mid-Valley Airport, and authorization for the Chairman of the Board to execute the documents, subject to final legal review.
B.
AI -101657
1. Requesting approval to accept the bids and award a Construction Contract to the lowest and most responsive bidder, Mor-Wil, LLC, in the amount of $2,738,624.24 for the project ''East Mercedes -2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 10A'', RFB No. HCDD1-25-055-09-24-JS as recommended by Project Engineer, Melden & Hunt, Inc. (subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295).
2. Pursuant to Texas Water Code 49.273(i), requesting authority for the Drainage District General Manager, Raul E. Sesin, P.E., CFM, to approve change orders that involve an increase or decrease in cost of $50,000.00 or less and in no event exceed the Change Order's statutory limits
2. Pursuant to Texas Water Code 49.273(i), requesting authority for the Drainage District General Manager, Raul E. Sesin, P.E., CFM, to approve change orders that involve an increase or decrease in cost of $50,000.00 or less and in no event exceed the Change Order's statutory limits
C.
AI -101718
Hidalgo Drain - Budget 513
Approval of Application for Payment No. 7 in the amount of $279,549.00 from RDH Site pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-034-08-06 Hidalgo Drain. Project Engineer SAMES Engineering PO#649905
Approval of Application for Payment No. 7 in the amount of $279,549.00 from RDH Site pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-034-08-06 Hidalgo Drain. Project Engineer SAMES Engineering PO#649905
8.
2023 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -101660
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 3 to provide Construction Materials Testing Services (CMT) in the amount of $63,481.00 as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. for "PD Lateral Drain Extension 3 -2023 Bond Referendum Project No.15", Contract No. C-HCDD1-23-037-08-08.
B.
AI -101704
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services.
2. Requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with B2Z Engineering, LLC for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for the project '' San Juan Lateral Extension Phase II - 2023 Bond Project 25'' from the District's pre-approved "Pool" of pre-qualified Professional Engineers as approved by the Board of Directors on May 13, 2025 (AI-99341)
2. Requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with B2Z Engineering, LLC for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for the project '' San Juan Lateral Extension Phase II - 2023 Bond Project 25'' from the District's pre-approved "Pool" of pre-qualified Professional Engineers as approved by the Board of Directors on May 13, 2025 (AI-99341)
C.
AI -101686
1. Requesting approval to accept the bids and award a Construction Contract to the lowest and most responsive bidder, Mor-Wil, LLC, in the amount of $1,348,296.68 for the project ''La Villa/Edcouch/Elsa Ph II Structure 604AL -2023 Bond Referendum Project No. 8.5'', RFB No. HCDD1-25-059-11-05-JS as recommended by Project Engineer, S2 Engineering, PLLC. (subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295).
2. Pursuant to Texas Water Code 49.273(i), requesting authority for the Drainage District General Manager, Raul E. Sesin, P.E., CFM, to approve change orders that involve an increase or decrease in cost of $50,000.00 or less and in no event exceed the Change Order's statutory limits.
2. Pursuant to Texas Water Code 49.273(i), requesting authority for the Drainage District General Manager, Raul E. Sesin, P.E., CFM, to approve change orders that involve an increase or decrease in cost of $50,000.00 or less and in no event exceed the Change Order's statutory limits.
D.
AI -101719
South Main Drain Phase 1 - Budget 703
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 19 in the amount of $251,871.69 from RG Enterprises, LLC dba G&G Contractors pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-053-10-31 South Main Drain Phase 1. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr., PE, CFM PO#648721
South Main Drain Phase 2 - Budget 703
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. Retainage in the amount of $447,788.38 and $6,377.09 in interest from E-Con Group pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-007-03-19 South Main Drain Phase 2. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr., PE, CFM PO#649085
3. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from E-Con Group pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-07-03-19 South Main Drain Phase 2. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr., PE, CFM PO#649085
Pharr McAllen West - Budget 709
4. Approval of Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $69,223.36 from Construx Enterprises pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-25-03-04-15 Pharr McAllen West. Project Engineer Izaguirre Engineering Group PO#650877
Mission McAllen Lateral Channel - Budget 712
5. Approval of Application for Payment No. 8 in the amount of $133,830.00 from Synergy Development & Construction pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-057-10-23 Mission McAllen Lateral. Project Engineer B2Z Engineering PO#650255
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 19 in the amount of $251,871.69 from RG Enterprises, LLC dba G&G Contractors pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-053-10-31 South Main Drain Phase 1. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr., PE, CFM PO#648721
South Main Drain Phase 2 - Budget 703
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. Retainage in the amount of $447,788.38 and $6,377.09 in interest from E-Con Group pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-007-03-19 South Main Drain Phase 2. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr., PE, CFM PO#649085
3. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from E-Con Group pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-07-03-19 South Main Drain Phase 2. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr., PE, CFM PO#649085
Pharr McAllen West - Budget 709
4. Approval of Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $69,223.36 from Construx Enterprises pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-25-03-04-15 Pharr McAllen West. Project Engineer Izaguirre Engineering Group PO#650877
Mission McAllen Lateral Channel - Budget 712
5. Approval of Application for Payment No. 8 in the amount of $133,830.00 from Synergy Development & Construction pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-057-10-23 Mission McAllen Lateral. Project Engineer B2Z Engineering PO#650255
9.
General Fund:
A.
AI -101676
Requesting approval to enter into a Service Agreement with White Rock Cybersecurtiy/Cynet Security LTD to establish a new account to provide cybersecurity and information technology solutions, through the District's membership participation with TIPS Cooperative, Contract No. 200105 with an initial cost of $11,385.00 for one year term. With the authority of the District General Manager or his designee to sign the service agreement.
B.
AI -101707
Requesting approval to enter into a Service Agreement with IRU (formally Kandji) to establish a new account to provide Mobile Device Management to manage and update all mobile devices and tablets as needed, with an initial annual cost of $2,160.00, with the authority of the District General Manager or his designee to sign the agreement. (Subject to final legal review.)
10.
Right of Way Acquisitions:
A.
AI -101650
Requesting acceptance and approval of donation Deed from La Selva Verde, LLC as it relates to a 71.52 Acre tract of land out of the San Juan de Carricitos Grant, pending final legal review.
11.
TCEQ Raymondville Drain Project Phase 2:
12.
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:
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)
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)
13.
Open Session:
A.
Possible Action of Real Estate Acquisition
B.
Possible Action on Pending and/or Potential Litigation
C.
Possible Action on items discussed during Closed Session
14.
Adjourn