SPECIAL MEETING - March 7, 2017
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 7th day of March A.D., 2017, 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 DAVID FUENTES HONORABLE EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU HONORABLE JOE M. FLORES HONORABLE JOSEPH PALACIOS |
HIDALGO COUNTY JUDGE COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 1 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 2 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 7, 2017 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 Member Joseph Palacios was not present during roll call.
Board Member Joseph Palacios was not present during roll call.
2.
Prayer
Sisters of Mercy presented the Prayer.
Board Member Joseph Palacios joined the meeting.
The board proceeded to Item.16.
Sisters of Mercy presented the Prayer.
Board Member Joseph Palacios joined the meeting.
The board proceeded to Item.16.
3.
Open Forum
Board Reconvened at 10:51 a.m.
1) K.C. Fletcher acknowledged the performance of the levee wall which helped save properties county wide. In addition, he presented a map with the detention area that's being worked on. Fletcher suggested these canals can be utilize to increase the ecotourism. Also, indicated that TxDOT along with the county, have pushed the walkway. However, there might be a loop to leave room for wildlife around the corridors where there is water.
2) Jim Chapman read a letter on behalf of organizations-LUPE, The Lower Rio Grande Valley Sierra Club, Texas Low Income Housing Service, Friends of the Wildlife Corridor, Frontera Audubon, Call to Action Rio Grande Valley, and the Environmental Club at UTRGV. The letter addressed to Judge Ramon Garcia and Mayor Jim Darling request reconsideration of their support on the levee border wall plan, and to withdraw the offer to congress and the Department of Home Land Security. They vocally opposed all border walls, including border walls built into levees.
According to Chapman, most of the people crossing are refugees who do not present a threat to the county. Furthermore, claiming that walls don't stop people from crossing. In addition, Chapman informed that the (IBWC) has informed that all the levees along the Rio Grande and Hidalgo County have been repaired and certified to FEMA standards. Although, they understand the drainage challenges in the county and in the colonias, they are sure that no levee wall will fix the issues. Moreover, it was stated that the map created by Dennenbaum Engineering does not take into account the properties that will be impacted by the levee wall. The map simply draws on a section of the river levee wall where there's not a wall.
Additionally, stated that the map does not determine how residents will have access to their lands, or how this will impact property values. The propose wall will slice through the most visited natures of the county Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge and San Angelo wildlife refuge, and Bentsen Rio Grande State Park. Chapman noted that the U.S. Fish and Wildlife has said that border walls are not compatible with our wildlife refuge land. He disclosed that these organization and others, are worry about President Trump's immigration policies could mean for the county. Again, restated opposition to any walls.
Regarding the statement, Judge Garcia commented that he and Mayor Darling agree, as they have both testified in front of the congressional committee. The judge explained that neither democrats nor they, have the votes to block it. Given that they are going to be spending tax dollars on something they believe to be useless; at least be put into the improvements of the levees which will benefit local communities. Judge Garcia added that there's an issue to whether or not FEMA is going to be approving the certification, as they believe the wall needs to be raised on the levees another 2 ft. According to the judge, it is best to have concrete walls on the levees to avoid flooding situations in the event of a hurricane or other disasters.
Chapman disputed to the judge saying that perhaps it wasn't his intention, however, by promoting a levee wall he is truly promoting border walls.
3) Rosa Herrera resident of El Ovispado subdivision thanked Commissioner Fuentes for resolving drainage and pavement issues in that area.
Commissioner Fuentes stated he is looking forward to completing that project and thanked the district for partnering with them. The commissioner also acknowledged the presence of some volunteers who travel from Virginia.
Board Member David Fuentes stepped away from the meeting.
Board Reconvened at 10:51 a.m.
1) K.C. Fletcher acknowledged the performance of the levee wall which helped save properties county wide. In addition, he presented a map with the detention area that's being worked on. Fletcher suggested these canals can be utilize to increase the ecotourism. Also, indicated that TxDOT along with the county, have pushed the walkway. However, there might be a loop to leave room for wildlife around the corridors where there is water.
2) Jim Chapman read a letter on behalf of organizations-LUPE, The Lower Rio Grande Valley Sierra Club, Texas Low Income Housing Service, Friends of the Wildlife Corridor, Frontera Audubon, Call to Action Rio Grande Valley, and the Environmental Club at UTRGV. The letter addressed to Judge Ramon Garcia and Mayor Jim Darling request reconsideration of their support on the levee border wall plan, and to withdraw the offer to congress and the Department of Home Land Security. They vocally opposed all border walls, including border walls built into levees.
According to Chapman, most of the people crossing are refugees who do not present a threat to the county. Furthermore, claiming that walls don't stop people from crossing. In addition, Chapman informed that the (IBWC) has informed that all the levees along the Rio Grande and Hidalgo County have been repaired and certified to FEMA standards. Although, they understand the drainage challenges in the county and in the colonias, they are sure that no levee wall will fix the issues. Moreover, it was stated that the map created by Dennenbaum Engineering does not take into account the properties that will be impacted by the levee wall. The map simply draws on a section of the river levee wall where there's not a wall.
Additionally, stated that the map does not determine how residents will have access to their lands, or how this will impact property values. The propose wall will slice through the most visited natures of the county Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge and San Angelo wildlife refuge, and Bentsen Rio Grande State Park. Chapman noted that the U.S. Fish and Wildlife has said that border walls are not compatible with our wildlife refuge land. He disclosed that these organization and others, are worry about President Trump's immigration policies could mean for the county. Again, restated opposition to any walls.
Regarding the statement, Judge Garcia commented that he and Mayor Darling agree, as they have both testified in front of the congressional committee. The judge explained that neither democrats nor they, have the votes to block it. Given that they are going to be spending tax dollars on something they believe to be useless; at least be put into the improvements of the levees which will benefit local communities. Judge Garcia added that there's an issue to whether or not FEMA is going to be approving the certification, as they believe the wall needs to be raised on the levees another 2 ft. According to the judge, it is best to have concrete walls on the levees to avoid flooding situations in the event of a hurricane or other disasters.
Chapman disputed to the judge saying that perhaps it wasn't his intention, however, by promoting a levee wall he is truly promoting border walls.
3) Rosa Herrera resident of El Ovispado subdivision thanked Commissioner Fuentes for resolving drainage and pavement issues in that area.
Commissioner Fuentes stated he is looking forward to completing that project and thanked the district for partnering with them. The commissioner also acknowledged the presence of some volunteers who travel from Virginia.
Board Member David Fuentes stepped away from the meeting.
Attachments:
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda
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
Board Member David Fuentes joined the meeting.
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
Board Member David Fuentes joined the meeting.
5.
AI -58803
Pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't. Code-116.021(b) and the current contract #C-13-016A-05-07 (under Article 1.2) for “Bank Depository Services" between HC Drainage District #1 and LSNB, requesting approval to exercise the second & final two (2) year extension along with the attached "Resolution" for Hidalgo County Drainage District #1 under the new negotiated interest rates, financial terms, and conditions with renewal/extension effective May 9, 2017 through May 09, 2019.
Raul Sesin informed this mirrors the county resolution of Item.21.H.1
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Board Member Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu abstain from voting.
Raul Sesin informed this mirrors the county resolution of Item.21.H.1
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Board Member Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu abstain from voting.
Attachments:
6.
AI -58748
Requesting approval of Inter-Local Agreement between Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 and City of Edinburg as it relates to improvements to the Jackson Drain Ditch.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
7.
AI -58750
Requesting approval of Inter-Local Agreement and Easement between Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 and Hidalgo County Irrigation District No.2 as it relates to Cesar Chavez Drain Phase II.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
8.
AI -58751
Action for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to exercise the issuance of written Notice of Termination to Texas Cordia Construction, LLC related to Contract No.: HCDD1-14-008-03-19 -Pct 2 Alamo Expressway Drain as provided in the Agreement, more specifically under the General Conditions 15.03 A and thus agree that only services/materials provided and expenses incurred prior the date of termination will be due and payable.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
9.
AI -58818
Requesting approval of "Pool" of pre-qualified firms submitting Statements of Qualifications for ranking on an "As Needed Basis" per project by the Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 for projects that require said services as set forth in the requirements stated in RFQ No. HCDD1-17-008-03-01 "Professional Engineering Services - Pool".
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Raul Sesin notified 28 packets were sent out and 26 firms responded. This is a decrease of 2, last year they has 28.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Raul Sesin notified 28 packets were sent out and 26 firms responded. This is a decrease of 2, last year they has 28.
Attachments:
10.
AI -58822
Requesting approval of "Pool" of pre-qualified firms submitting Statements of Qualifications for ranking on an "As Needed Basis" per project by the Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 for projects that require said services as set forth in the requirements stated in RFQ No. HCDD1-17-010-03-01 "Professional Real Estate Appraisal Services - Pool".
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
They had 5 request and 3 responses.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
They had 5 request and 3 responses.
Attachments:
11.
AI -58819
Requesting approval of "Pool" of pre-qualified firms submitting Statements of Qualifications for ranking on an "As Needed Basis" per project by the Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 for projects that require said services as set forth in the requirements stated in RFQ No. HCDD1-17-009-03-01 "Professional Surveying Services - Pool".
Sesin informed 13 request were sent out and 12 responded.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Sesin informed 13 request were sent out and 12 responded.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
12.
AI -58852
Authority to advertise and approval of plans and specifications developed by project engineer, Urban Infrastructure Group, for: Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 -"HIDALGO COUNTY PRECINCT NO. 1 MILE 13 1/2 N. RD & FM 1015 AREA DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT PHASES 2 & 3" -RFB No. HCDD1-17-015-03-29, including the re-advertising of projects in the event no Bid responses are received and/or are rejected and project is still required.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Sesin informed this will benefit the intersection on Mile 13 1/2 and FM 1015. The district already expanded a ditch east of that area, this improvement it will help drain the west side of FM 1015.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Sesin informed this will benefit the intersection on Mile 13 1/2 and FM 1015. The district already expanded a ditch east of that area, this improvement it will help drain the west side of FM 1015.
13.
AI -58837
Request approval of the following items:
2013 Bonds
Budget: 300- J09 Drain
A. Application for Payment No. 5 in the amount of $28,965.60 from Texas Cordia Construction, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-16-006-04-26 J09 Drain Improvements Phase II Construction Rio Grande Care Rd to North Main Drain.
Project Engineer: Jose Sanchez, P.E.- Tedsi Infrastructure Group
PO#629475
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Budget: 365-Rural Drainage Development Pct.1
B. Acceptance of Certificate of Construction Completion pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-16-031A-08-09 Mile 6 West & Mile 14 North Area Drainage Improvement Project.
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
C. Application for Retainage Release in the amount of $52,991.30 from Jimenez Engineering Solutions, LLC dba International Consulting Engineers (ICE) pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-16-031A-08-09 Mile 6 West & Mile 14 North Area Drainage Improvement Project.
Project Engineer: George Gonzalez, P.E. -Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1
PO#630318
This is for the Ovispado area.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2013 Bonds
Budget: 300- J09 Drain
A. Application for Payment No. 5 in the amount of $28,965.60 from Texas Cordia Construction, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-16-006-04-26 J09 Drain Improvements Phase II Construction Rio Grande Care Rd to North Main Drain.
Project Engineer: Jose Sanchez, P.E.- Tedsi Infrastructure Group
PO#629475
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Budget: 365-Rural Drainage Development Pct.1
B. Acceptance of Certificate of Construction Completion pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-16-031A-08-09 Mile 6 West & Mile 14 North Area Drainage Improvement Project.
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
C. Application for Retainage Release in the amount of $52,991.30 from Jimenez Engineering Solutions, LLC dba International Consulting Engineers (ICE) pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-16-031A-08-09 Mile 6 West & Mile 14 North Area Drainage Improvement Project.
Project Engineer: George Gonzalez, P.E. -Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1
PO#630318
This is for the Ovispado area.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
14.
AI -58855
Requesting approval to purchase the following from Caldwell Country Ford through the District's membership with TX-MAS Contracts (No. 072-A1). Total amount of $339,963.00;
A.) (5) 2017 Ford F-150 4x4 - Regular Cab
B.) (2) 2017 Ford F-150 4x4 - Extended Cab
C.) (1) 2017 Ford F-150 4x4 - Crew Cab -----------No Action
D.) (2) 2017 Ford F-250 4x4 - Crew Cab
E.) (2) 2017 Ford F-250 4x4- Crew Cab LWB ---No Action
F.) (1) 2017 Ford F-350 4x4- Crew Cab DRW
Sesin informed the total amount has been amended with no action on C and E.
Board proceeded to Item.17.C.
Sesin requested action only on Items.14.A, B, D and F.
The new total amount is of $307,930
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Board proceeded to Item.20.
A.) (5) 2017 Ford F-150 4x4 - Regular Cab
B.) (2) 2017 Ford F-150 4x4 - Extended Cab
C.) (1) 2017 Ford F-150 4x4 - Crew Cab -----------No Action
D.) (2) 2017 Ford F-250 4x4 - Crew Cab
E.) (2) 2017 Ford F-250 4x4- Crew Cab LWB ---No Action
F.) (1) 2017 Ford F-350 4x4- Crew Cab DRW
Sesin informed the total amount has been amended with no action on C and E.
Board proceeded to Item.17.C.
Sesin requested action only on Items.14.A, B, D and F.
The new total amount is of $307,930
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Board proceeded to Item.20.
15.
AI -58838
In accordance with Water Code Section 49.057 and Subchapter A of Government Code, Section 2254, requesting approval to select and award the firm of Atlas Hall and Rodriguez for Item.17.C./ Atlas Hall and Rodriguez for Item.17.D. / Atlas Hall and Rodriguez for Item.17.E. for the provision of professional legal services/representation in connection with litigation and authority to submit letter of engagement
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Board proceeded back to Item.14.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Board proceeded back to Item.14.
16.
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:
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Board of Directors may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following:
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
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.
C.
AI -58828
Cause No. CCD-0388-E; Hidalgo County RMA v Hunt Valley Industrial I, LP and Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1; Parcel No. 5P1
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
D.
AI -58830
Cause No. CCD-0393-E; Hidalgo County RMA v. S. Foss Jones and Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1; Parcel No. 80C
E.
AI -58832
Cause No. CCD-0394-A; Hidalgo County RMA v Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 19 and Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1; Parcel No. 6P2
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
F.
AI -58848
Pending litigation regarding matters related to the 2012 Bond Election.
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
17.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
Board Member Joe M. Flores did not returned from closed session.
Proceed as Directed.
Board Member Joe M. Flores did not returned from closed session.
Proceed as Directed.
B.
Pending and/or Potential Litigation
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
C.
AI -58829
Cause No. CCD-0388-E; Hidalgo County RMA v Hunt Valley Industrial I, LP and Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1; Parcel No. 5P1
Will take action on Item.15.
Will take action on Item.15.
D.
AI -58831
Cause No. CCD-0393-E; Hidalgo County RMA v. S. Foss Jones and Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1; Parcel No. 80C
Will take action on Item.15.
Will take action on Item.15.
E.
AI -58833
Cause No. CCD-0394-A; Hidalgo County RMA v Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 19 and Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1; Parcel No. 6P2
Will take action on Item.15.
Will take action on Item.15.
F.
AI -58857
Pending litigation regarding matters related to the 2012 Bond Election.
Proceed as Directed.
Board Recessed at 10:31 a.m. to Open Regular Commissioners Court Meeting.
Proceed as Directed.
Board Recessed at 10:31 a.m. to Open Regular Commissioners Court Meeting.
18.
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.
19.
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.
20.
Adjourn
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 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 7th day of March, 2017
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 7, 2017.
Signed this 7th day of MARCH 2017
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 7th day of March, 2017
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 7, 2017.
Signed this 7th day of MARCH 2017
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Norma G. Cantu, Deputy