SPECIAL MEETING - March 22, 2016
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 22nd day of March A.D., 2016, there was begun and held a SPECIAL MEETING of the Honorable Commissioners’ Court of Hidalgo County, Texas, wherein the following members thereof were present, to-wit:
| HONORABLE RAMON GARCIA HONORABLE A.C. CUELLAR, JR. HONORABLE JOE M. FLORES HONORABLE JOSEPH PALACIOS |
HIDALGO COUNTY JUDGE COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 1 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 3 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 4 |
and ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., COUNTY CLERK & EX-OFFICIO CLERK OF THE COMMISSIONERS’ COURT of Hidalgo County, Texas, wherein the following proceedings were had, to-wit:
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AGENDA DRAINAGE DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS March 22, 2016 9:00 A.M. |
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 at the Edinburg Council Chambers 415 W. University Drive, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:
1.
Roll Call
Board Members Joe M. Flores and Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu were not in attendance.
Board Members Joe M. Flores and Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu were not in attendance.
2.
Prayer
Mr. Sesin led the courtroom in Prayer and presented a special prayer for the victims of the Belgium attacks.
Mr. Sesin led the courtroom in Prayer and presented a special prayer for the victims of the Belgium attacks.
3.
Open Forum
No comments presented under open forum.
No comments presented under open forum.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda
The board moved to approve the Consent Agenda with no concerns.
The board moved to approve the Consent Agenda with no concerns.
5.
Discussion on Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Drainage projects, maintenance and operations
Mr. Sesin announced that as of now they're still working on improving the Drainage District website.
Mr. Sesin announced that as of now they're still working on improving the Drainage District website.
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AI -53567
A. Discussion and action on tax resale bids received on the properties (see attached list).
Mr. Gus Martinez informed the court about the tax resale of properties that took place March 1, 2016. They were able to sell 35 properties, which will generate about $60,000 for the county and put back about $800,000 of appraise value back on roll.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Judge Garcia asked Mr. Martinez about who was responsible for reviewing the information, if it was someone at the county?
In regards Mr. Martinez informed the judge that it was reviewed by his firm and delivered to the county.
B. Discussion and action on Resolution for tax resale bid properties.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Mr. Gus Martinez informed the court about the tax resale of properties that took place March 1, 2016. They were able to sell 35 properties, which will generate about $60,000 for the county and put back about $800,000 of appraise value back on roll.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Judge Garcia asked Mr. Martinez about who was responsible for reviewing the information, if it was someone at the county?
In regards Mr. Martinez informed the judge that it was reviewed by his firm and delivered to the county.
B. Discussion and action on Resolution for tax resale bid properties.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
7.
AI -53848
Requesting Approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the City of Edinburg as it relates to Edinburg Stub located North of Freddy Gonzalez Street between Raul Longoria Rd and Doolittle Road, adjacent to City 's Municipal Park.
Mr.Sesin informed that it has been reviewed and approved by legal counsel.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Mr.Sesin informed that it has been reviewed and approved by legal counsel.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
8.
AI -53847
Requesting Approval of Right of Entry and Hold Harmless Agreement with the City of Edinburg for Jackson Property:
Tract 2 - A track of land containing 6.31 acres out of the South 10.28 acres of the North 32.28 acres of Lot 16, Section 268, Texas Mexican Railway Company's Survey, being the West 170.0 feet of the South 301.6 feet of the North 946.9 feet and the East 1295.0 feet of the South 170.0 feet of the North 946.9 feet of Lot 16, Section 268 of which 0.08 of an acre is being used as existing right of way leaving 6.23 acres net.
Mr.Sesin informed that this is only to gather data for the engineering and survey.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Palacios spoke about the Canyon Outfall, explaining that they’re still waiting to approach the City of Edinburg in relation to the improvements. The county is working on improving the outfall on 17 ½ the commissioner explained that they have figured out a way for the city to be able to connect to it and benefit. The commissioner requested for Mr. Sesin to brief the city on that option.
Tract 2 - A track of land containing 6.31 acres out of the South 10.28 acres of the North 32.28 acres of Lot 16, Section 268, Texas Mexican Railway Company's Survey, being the West 170.0 feet of the South 301.6 feet of the North 946.9 feet and the East 1295.0 feet of the South 170.0 feet of the North 946.9 feet of Lot 16, Section 268 of which 0.08 of an acre is being used as existing right of way leaving 6.23 acres net.
Mr.Sesin informed that this is only to gather data for the engineering and survey.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Palacios spoke about the Canyon Outfall, explaining that they’re still waiting to approach the City of Edinburg in relation to the improvements. The county is working on improving the outfall on 17 ½ the commissioner explained that they have figured out a way for the city to be able to connect to it and benefit. The commissioner requested for Mr. Sesin to brief the city on that option.
Attachments:
9.
AI -53821
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for Agreement Preliminary Site Characterization Abandoned Rifle / Handgun Firing Range Located at HCDD1 Yard with Halff Associates, Inc. Extension of Agreement to December 31, 2016; no cost associated with this Supplemental.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
10.
AI -53825
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 4 for Agreement Mission Inlet Re-certification Project with L & G Engineering;. Extension of Agreement to April 9, 2021; no cost associated with this Supplemental.
Mr. Sesin mentioned that this project is in the design phase and needs extended agreement to continue with the work.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Mr. Sesin mentioned that this project is in the design phase and needs extended agreement to continue with the work.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
11.
AI -53867
2012 Bonds
Budget 375-Weirs
1. Request approval of Certificate of Substantial Completion for Construction Contract No. HCDD1-14-032-01-17-Main Floodwater Channel Weir No. 5-Slope Repair. Project Engineer: Michael Spiegel, Entech Civil Engineers, Inc.
Board Member Joe M. Flores joined the meeting.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Request approval of Certificate of Construction Completion for Construction Contract No. HCDD1-14-032-01-17-Main Floodwater Channel Weir No. 5-Slope Repair. Project Engineer: Michael Spiegel, Entech Civil Engineers, Inc.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Request approval to issue payment for Application for Payment No. 3-Retainage Release in the amount of $24,349.98 to Foremost Paving, Inc. related to Contract No. HCDD1-14-032-02-17-Main Floodwater Channel Weir No. 5-Slope Repair.
Project Engineer: Michael Spiegel, Entech Civil Engineers, Inc.
PO#626788
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Budget 375-Weirs
1. Request approval of Certificate of Substantial Completion for Construction Contract No. HCDD1-14-032-01-17-Main Floodwater Channel Weir No. 5-Slope Repair. Project Engineer: Michael Spiegel, Entech Civil Engineers, Inc.
Board Member Joe M. Flores joined the meeting.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Request approval of Certificate of Construction Completion for Construction Contract No. HCDD1-14-032-01-17-Main Floodwater Channel Weir No. 5-Slope Repair. Project Engineer: Michael Spiegel, Entech Civil Engineers, Inc.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Request approval to issue payment for Application for Payment No. 3-Retainage Release in the amount of $24,349.98 to Foremost Paving, Inc. related to Contract No. HCDD1-14-032-02-17-Main Floodwater Channel Weir No. 5-Slope Repair.
Project Engineer: Michael Spiegel, Entech Civil Engineers, Inc.
PO#626788
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
12.
AI -53844
2013 BOND SERIES
A.) Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 24 for Agreement Pct. 1 - 2012 Bond Referendum with TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc. in the amount of $41,560.33; as it relates to Construction Inspection Services for Mercedes Lateral Flood Pump Project.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B.) Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 25 for Agreement Pct. 1 - 2012 Bond Referendum with TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc. in the amount of $41,560.33; as it relates to Construction Inspection Services for South Mercedes Drain Flood Pump Project.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
C.) Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 26 for Agreement Pct. 1 - 2012 Bond Referendum with TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc. in the amount of $41,560.33; as it relates Construction Inspection Services for East Donna Drain Flood Pump Project.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Mr. Sesin let the board know that these are the inspection benefits that are require full time at the IBWC floodways. Whenever they open the floodways they have to have full time inspections to make sure it is properly constructed and if any inclement weather approaches they make sure everything is put back in its proper position.
Court was not aware of first motion, a second motion was approved.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
A.) Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 24 for Agreement Pct. 1 - 2012 Bond Referendum with TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc. in the amount of $41,560.33; as it relates to Construction Inspection Services for Mercedes Lateral Flood Pump Project.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B.) Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 25 for Agreement Pct. 1 - 2012 Bond Referendum with TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc. in the amount of $41,560.33; as it relates to Construction Inspection Services for South Mercedes Drain Flood Pump Project.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
C.) Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 26 for Agreement Pct. 1 - 2012 Bond Referendum with TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc. in the amount of $41,560.33; as it relates Construction Inspection Services for East Donna Drain Flood Pump Project.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Mr. Sesin let the board know that these are the inspection benefits that are require full time at the IBWC floodways. Whenever they open the floodways they have to have full time inspections to make sure it is properly constructed and if any inclement weather approaches they make sure everything is put back in its proper position.
Court was not aware of first motion, a second motion was approved.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
13.
AI -53826
2013 BOND SERIES
A.) Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 21 for Agreement Pct. 1 - 2012 Bond Referendum with TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc. in the amount of $12,300. 00; as it relates to PS&E for Adams & Black Outfall Project.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B.) Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 22 for Agreement Pct. 1 - 2012 Bond Referendum with TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc. in the amount of $18,600.00; as it relates to Analysis of Proposed Outfall and Receiving Ditch for Adams & Black Outfall Project.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
C.) Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 23 for Agreement Pct. 1 - 2012 Bond Referendum with TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc. in the amount of $2,900.00; as it relates Field Survey, Revised Parcel Sketches and Field Notes for Adams & Black Outfall Project.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
A.) Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 21 for Agreement Pct. 1 - 2012 Bond Referendum with TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc. in the amount of $12,300. 00; as it relates to PS&E for Adams & Black Outfall Project.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B.) Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 22 for Agreement Pct. 1 - 2012 Bond Referendum with TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc. in the amount of $18,600.00; as it relates to Analysis of Proposed Outfall and Receiving Ditch for Adams & Black Outfall Project.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
C.) Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 23 for Agreement Pct. 1 - 2012 Bond Referendum with TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc. in the amount of $2,900.00; as it relates Field Survey, Revised Parcel Sketches and Field Notes for Adams & Black Outfall Project.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
14.
AI -53820
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 5 for Agreement Pharr McAllen Drain & South Flood Water Channel Watershed Improvement Project with L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. In the amount of $20,033.64 as it relates to Engineering Services required to generate FEMA mitigation grant applications
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
15.
AI -53818
Requesting approval to surplus approximately 582,135 Cubic Yards of Fill Dirt from J-09 Project Located North of Monte Cristo Between Wallace Rd. and North Main Drain approximately 1/4 Mile East of Jackson Rd. Attempt was made to sale dirt through RFB No. HCDD1-16-007-03-23A Sale or Exchange, Removal and Hauling of dirt was advertised for (3) weeks. No bids were received.
Mr. Sesin mentioned that this is being done to notify the public about a project they're going to be having. They are assisting the precinct in excavating. The dirt is going to be available and there's just going to be a requirement to sign off a harmless agreement.
Mr. Sesin informed Commissioner Flores that this is north of Monte Cristo.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Mr. Sesin mentioned that this is being done to notify the public about a project they're going to be having. They are assisting the precinct in excavating. The dirt is going to be available and there's just going to be a requirement to sign off a harmless agreement.
Mr. Sesin informed Commissioner Flores that this is north of Monte Cristo.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
16.
AI -53724
Request approval to issue payment to Jose De Jesus Martinez Aldaña in the amount of $90.00 related to Incident Report No. 16-01-22-1130 dated 01-22-2016 for the replacement of one front passenger window.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
17.
AI -53812
Requesting approval to purchase (1) Doosan DX530LC Excavator through the Districts membership with BuyBoard, Contract No. 424-13 in the amount of $420,648.00; includes BuyBoard Fee.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
18.
AI -53813
Requesting approval to purchase the following from Caldwell Country Ford through the District's membership with BuyBoard Contract No. 430-13. Total amount of $342,191.00; includes BuyBoard Fee.
A.) (7) 2016 Ford F-250 4x4 - Regular Cab
B.) (1) 2016 Ford F-350 4x4 - Crew Cab
C.) (1) 2016 Ford F-250 4x4 - Crew Cab
D.) (1) 2016 Ford F-450 4x4 - Regular Cab with Mechanic Service Body
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
A.) (7) 2016 Ford F-250 4x4 - Regular Cab
B.) (1) 2016 Ford F-350 4x4 - Crew Cab
C.) (1) 2016 Ford F-250 4x4 - Crew Cab
D.) (1) 2016 Ford F-450 4x4 - Regular Cab with Mechanic Service Body
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
19.
AI -53814
Requesting approval to purchase (1) 2015 John Deere 75G Excavator from Doggett John Deere through the District's membership with BuyBoard Contract No. 424-13. In the amount of $86,093; includes Extended Warranty Full Machine 4000 hrs / 60 months.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
20.
AI -53816
Requesting approval to purchase (3) New Holland TS6-130 Tier 4 Tractors with 30' Maverick Boom Mower from Alamo Industrial through the District's membership with BuyBoard Contract 447-14. In the amount of $489,051.00.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Mr. Sesin announced that these are items that have been budgeted since last year and are working through their budget to invest in their fleet to provide the services that the district needs to provide district wide.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Mr. Sesin announced that these are items that have been budgeted since last year and are working through their budget to invest in their fleet to provide the services that the district needs to provide district wide.
Attachments:
21.
AI -53852
Requesting approval to enter into a 36 Month Lease with RICOH through the District's membership with State of Texas DIR Contract No. DIR-TSO-3041; for the following:
A.) (1) Ricoh MPC8002 Copier - $818.83 per month
B.) (1) Ricoh MPC8002 Copier - $557.04 per month
C.) (1) Ricoh MPC4503 Copier - $285.48 per month
D.) (1) Ricoh MPC4503 Copier - $306.18 per month
Price includes Equipment, Delivery, Installation, Operator Training, Maintenance, Toner, Staples and Service. (Subject to HB1295)
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on A to D subject to HB 1295.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
A.) (1) Ricoh MPC8002 Copier - $818.83 per month
B.) (1) Ricoh MPC8002 Copier - $557.04 per month
C.) (1) Ricoh MPC4503 Copier - $285.48 per month
D.) (1) Ricoh MPC4503 Copier - $306.18 per month
Price includes Equipment, Delivery, Installation, Operator Training, Maintenance, Toner, Staples and Service. (Subject to HB1295)
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on A to D subject to HB 1295.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
22.
AI -53817
Requesting approval of the following from Verizon through District's membership with State of Texas DIR Contract No. SDD-1779:
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
| Equipment Description/Cost | Plan Description | Rate |
| Mifi Card / $0.00 | 4G Mobile Broadband Unlimited | $37.99 per month |
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
23.
Closed Session:
Board of Directors may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following:
No action taken on this item.
Board of Directors may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following:
No action taken on this item.
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
B.
Pending and/or Potential Litigation
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
24.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
B.
Pending and/or Potential Litigation
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
25.
Closed Session:
Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
No action taken on this item.
Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
No action taken on this item.
26.
Open Session:
Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
No action taken on this item.
Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
No action taken on this item.
27.
Adjourn
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
There being no further business to come before said
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners' Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 22nd day of March, 2016
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Norma G. Cantu, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners’ Court held on March 22, 2016.
Signed this 22nd day of MARCH 2016
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Norma G. Cantu, Deputy
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners' Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 22nd day of March, 2016
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Norma G. Cantu, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners’ Court held on March 22, 2016.
Signed this 22nd day of MARCH 2016
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Norma G. Cantu, Deputy