SPECIAL MEETING - March 26, 2019
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 26th day of March A.D., 2019, 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 RICHARD F. CORTEZ HONORABLE DAVID FUENTES HONORABLE EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU HONORABLE JOE M. FLORES HONORABLE ELLIE TORRES |
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 26, 2019 1:30 P.M. |
NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a SPECIAL MEETING of the Commissioners Court will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom of the Administration Building, 100 E. Cano, 1st floor, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:
1.
Roll Call
Chairman Richard Cortez called the meeting to order at 1:31 P.M.
Board Member Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu was not present for the meeting.
Chairman Richard Cortez called the meeting to order at 1:31 P.M.
Board Member Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu was not present for the meeting.
2.
Prayer
Opening prayer was offered by Raul Sesin.
Opening prayer was offered by Raul Sesin.
3.
Open Forum
Noemi Paz from LUPE (La Union del Pueblo Entero) thanks Board Member Joe Flores from Pct 3 for his aid in the clean up efforts at Colonia Linda Vista. The clean up efforts have helped prevent drainage clogs. She also reminds the board of the upcoming march on March 30, 2019.
Noemi Paz from LUPE (La Union del Pueblo Entero) thanks Board Member Joe Flores from Pct 3 for his aid in the clean up efforts at Colonia Linda Vista. The clean up efforts have helped prevent drainage clogs. She also reminds the board of the upcoming march on March 30, 2019.
Attachments:
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda
The court moved to approve all the consent agenda.
The court moved to approve all the consent agenda.
5.
General Operations:
A.
AI -69577
Discussion as it relates to the District's participation / presentation at the 2019 South Texas All Hazards Conference.
Raul Sesin informed the board of the Drainage Districts participation in the upcoming All Hazards Conference on 03-27-19.
No motion or vote taken on this item.
Raul Sesin informed the board of the Drainage Districts participation in the upcoming All Hazards Conference on 03-27-19.
No motion or vote taken on this item.
B.
AI -69543
Discussion of the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 2017 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for the Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2017.The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) has awarded the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting
Raul Sesin acknowledges staff members from the Drainage District on being awarded the Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting award. Ricky Longoria, partner from Burton McCumber and Longoria, also praised the staff from the drainage district for receiving the award. Lora Briones, Chief Financial Officer, furthermore thanks the staff for all their hard work.
Raul Sesin acknowledges staff members from the Drainage District on being awarded the Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting award. Ricky Longoria, partner from Burton McCumber and Longoria, also praised the staff from the drainage district for receiving the award. Lora Briones, Chief Financial Officer, furthermore thanks the staff for all their hard work.
Attachments:
C.
AI -69550
Requesting approval to execute the Assumption Agreement attached hereto to accept transfer of a 48 month wide-format printer lease and service agreement with Ricoh USA, Inc. from Commissioner, Pct. 4 to HCDD1 for a monthly payment of $341.05.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
| MODEL | SERIAL NUMBER | END OF LEASE DATE | MONTHLY PAYMENT | SERVICE MONTHLY PAYMENT |
| MPCW2201SP | C85143074 | 01/02/2018 | $253.83 | $87.22 |
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI -69428
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 - "Flexible Base Material (Crushed Caliche)" - RFB No. HCDD1-19-035-04-17 including the re-advetisement of project in the event no bids are received & project is still required.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, 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, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI -69554
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of Request for Qualifications (RFQ) packet (including qualifications, requirements, and scope of services) as attached hereto for "Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Right of Way Acquisition Professional Services -Pool Expansion" (RFQ# HCDD1-19-024A-04-17), for selection of firms per project on an "as needed basis" through grading/scoring, ranking, negotiation protocol as established by the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Board of Directors.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, 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. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
AI -69603
Acceptance and approval of pre-qualified firms submitting "Statements of Qualifications" for the establishment of a "Pool" for engagement through statutory and local protocol (i.e. Nomination, Evaluation/grading/scoring, Presentation to the Board for ranking, and Authority for negotiations for final agreements, etc.) on an "As Needed Basis" per project by Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, requiring said services as set forth in the requirements stated in the Request for Qualifications packet for the Expansion of the Professional Engineering Services Pool (HCDD1-19-030-03-20) with effective date of "Approved Pools" for a period of one (1) year, commencing March 26, 2019.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, 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, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
6.
2018 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -69544
2018 Bond Program update by Financial Advisor, Estrada Hinojosa & Company, Inc.
Presentation on Drainage District Bond Referendum by Noe Hinojosa, Financial Advisor from Estrada, Hinojosa and Company. He informs the board the current outstanding debt for the district is 119,000,000.00. He further explains that in 2012 the voters gave the district about 100,000,000.00 in authority to sell; however there are no plans to sell. In 2018 the district was further more granted 190,000,000.00 of authority to borrow.
No motion or vote taken on this item.
Presentation on Drainage District Bond Referendum by Noe Hinojosa, Financial Advisor from Estrada, Hinojosa and Company. He informs the board the current outstanding debt for the district is 119,000,000.00. He further explains that in 2012 the voters gave the district about 100,000,000.00 in authority to sell; however there are no plans to sell. In 2018 the district was further more granted 190,000,000.00 of authority to borrow.
No motion or vote taken on this item.
B.
AI -69545
1). Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services.
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2). Presentation of scoring grid ( for the purposes of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors) of the firms graded and evaluated through the District's approved "Pool" of Engineering Firms for the provision of Professional Engineering Services for "PD-Lateral -2018 Bond Referendum Project #29".
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2). Presentation of scoring grid ( for the purposes of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors) of the firms graded and evaluated through the District's approved "Pool" of Engineering Firms for the provision of Professional Engineering Services for "PD-Lateral -2018 Bond Referendum Project #29".
| FIRM NAME: | SCORE: | RANK |
| Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC | 92.67 | |
| J&R Engineering, LLC | 91.33 | |
| Strada Engineering and Consulting, LLC | 88.33 |
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3). Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for "PD-Lateral -2018 Bond Referendum Project #29".
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI -69578
1) Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 1 as it relates to Las Brisas & Chapa RDF project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, pending final legal review.
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2) Pursuant to the Boards approval of Agenda Item No. 69578 (1), requesting approval to issue manual payment in the amount of $151,813.00 to Valley Land Title Co. File No. 159475 Parcel 1
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3) Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 2 as it relates to Las Brisas & Chapa RDF project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, pending final legal review.
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
4) Pursuant to the Boards approval of Agenda Item No. 69578 (3), requesting approval to issue manual payment in the amount of $14,667.00 to Valley Land Title Co. File No. 159477 Parcel 2
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2) Pursuant to the Boards approval of Agenda Item No. 69578 (1), requesting approval to issue manual payment in the amount of $151,813.00 to Valley Land Title Co. File No. 159475 Parcel 1
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3) Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 2 as it relates to Las Brisas & Chapa RDF project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, pending final legal review.
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
4) Pursuant to the Boards approval of Agenda Item No. 69578 (3), requesting approval to issue manual payment in the amount of $14,667.00 to Valley Land Title Co. File No. 159477 Parcel 2
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI -69517
1.) Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement (subject to legal review) with Javier Hinojosa Engineering, as it relates to Professional Engineering Services related to the project: "3 3/4 Mile Rd. & Schuerbach Rd.- 2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 2''. Approved for negotiations by HCDD1 Board of Directors on 12/11/18 (AI#68044);
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2.) Pursuant to the Board's Approval of Professional Agreement with Javier Hinojosa Engineering, requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $152,178.18, to provide Engineering Services for "3 3/4 Mile Rd. & Schuerbach Rd.- 2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 2'', subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Contract # C-HCDD1-19-012-03-26 WA-1).
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, 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. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2.) Pursuant to the Board's Approval of Professional Agreement with Javier Hinojosa Engineering, requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $152,178.18, to provide Engineering Services for "3 3/4 Mile Rd. & Schuerbach Rd.- 2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 2'', subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Contract # C-HCDD1-19-012-03-26 WA-1).
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
E.
AI -69519
1.) Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement (subject to legal review) with R. Gutierrez Engineering, as it relates to Professional Engineering Services related to the project: "East Mercedes-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 10-B''. Approved for negotiations by HCDD1 Board of Directors on 01/09/19 (AI#68312);
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2.) Pursuant to the Board's Approval of Professional Agreement with R. Gutierrez Engineering, requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $132,909.10, to provide Engineering Services for "East Mercedes-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 10-B'', subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Contract # C-HCDD1-19-018-03-26 WA-1).
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
CORRECTION: 106,350.07
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2.) Pursuant to the Board's Approval of Professional Agreement with R. Gutierrez Engineering, requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $132,909.10, to provide Engineering Services for "East Mercedes-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 10-B'', subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Contract # C-HCDD1-19-018-03-26 WA-1).
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
CORRECTION: 106,350.07
F.
AI -69521
1.) Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement (subject to legal review) with SAMES Inc., as it relates to Professional Engineering Services related to the project: "FM 493 & Country Road-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 12''. Approved for negotiations by HCDD1 Board of Directors on 12/18/18 (AI#68203);
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4- 0 - Unanimously
2.) Pursuant to the Board's Approval of Professional Agreement with SAMES Inc., requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $125,084.34 , to provide Engineering Services for "FM 493 & Country Road-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 12'', subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Contract # C-HCDD1-19-019-03-26 WA-1).
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
CORRECTION: 113,933.45
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4- 0 - Unanimously
2.) Pursuant to the Board's Approval of Professional Agreement with SAMES Inc., requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $125,084.34 , to provide Engineering Services for "FM 493 & Country Road-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 12'', subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Contract # C-HCDD1-19-019-03-26 WA-1).
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
CORRECTION: 113,933.45
G.
AI -69524
1.) Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement (subject to legal review) with SAMES Inc., as it relates to Professional Engineering Services related to the project: "Hidalgo Drain-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 13''. Approved for negotiations by HCDD1 Board of Directors on 12/04/18 (AI#67917);
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2.) Pursuant to the Board's Approval of Professional Agreement with SAMES Inc., requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $180,207.77, to provide Engineering Services for "Hidalgo Drain-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 13'', subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Contract # C-HCDD1-19-008-03-26 WA-1).
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
CORRECTION: 173,594.53
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2.) Pursuant to the Board's Approval of Professional Agreement with SAMES Inc., requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $180,207.77, to provide Engineering Services for "Hidalgo Drain-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 13'', subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Contract # C-HCDD1-19-008-03-26 WA-1).
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
CORRECTION: 173,594.53
H.
AI -69526
1.) Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement (subject to legal review) with Quintanilla Headley, as it relates to Professional Engineering Services related to the project: "Jackson Rd. Drain-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 16''. Approved for negotiations by HCDD1 Board of Directors on 12/11/18 (AI#68049);
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2.) Pursuant to the Board's Approval of Professional Agreement with Quintanilla Headley, requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $285,000.00, to provide Engineering Services for "Jackson Rd. Drain-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 16'', subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Contract # C-HCDD1-19-009-03-26 WA-1).
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, 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. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2.) Pursuant to the Board's Approval of Professional Agreement with Quintanilla Headley, requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $285,000.00, to provide Engineering Services for "Jackson Rd. Drain-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 16'', subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Contract # C-HCDD1-19-009-03-26 WA-1).
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
I.
AI -69529
1.) Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement (subject to legal review) with Quintanilla Headley, as it relates to Professional Engineering Services related to the project: "Mile 10 N. & Baseline Rd.-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 20''. Approved for negotiations by HCDD1 Board of Directors on 12/18/18 (AI#68211);
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2.) Pursuant to the Board's Approval of Professional Agreement with Quintanilla Headley, requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $142,500.00, to provide Engineering Services for "Mile 10 N. & Baseline Rd.-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 20'', subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Contract # C-HCDD1-19-021-03-26 WA-1).
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4- 0 - Unanimously
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2.) Pursuant to the Board's Approval of Professional Agreement with Quintanilla Headley, requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $142,500.00, to provide Engineering Services for "Mile 10 N. & Baseline Rd.-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 20'', subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Contract # C-HCDD1-19-021-03-26 WA-1).
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4- 0 - Unanimously
J.
AI -69530
1.) Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement (subject to legal review) with B2Z Engineering, as it relates to Professional Engineering Services related to the project: "Mission-McAllen Rado Alternate-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 25''. Approved for negotiations by HCDD1 Board of Directors on 12/04/18 (AI#67919);
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2.) Pursuant to the Board's Approval of Professional Agreement with B2Z Engineering, requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $566,708.47, to provide Engineering Services for "Mission-McAllen Rado Alternate-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 25'', subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Contract # C-HCDD1-19-010-03-26 WA-1).
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2.) Pursuant to the Board's Approval of Professional Agreement with B2Z Engineering, requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $566,708.47, to provide Engineering Services for "Mission-McAllen Rado Alternate-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 25'', subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Contract # C-HCDD1-19-010-03-26 WA-1).
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
K.
AI -69531
1.) Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement (subject to legal review) with B2Z Engineering, as it relates to Professional Engineering Services related to the project: "Monte Cristo Rd. & Conway Rd.-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 27''. Approved for negotiations by HCDD1 Board of Directors on 12/11/18 (AI#68042);
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2.) Pursuant to the Board's Approval of Professional Agreement with B2Z Engineering, requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $534,190.54, to provide Engineering Services for "Monte Cristo Rd. & Conway Rd.-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 27'', subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Contract # C-HCDD1-19-014-03-26 WA-1).
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, 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, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2.) Pursuant to the Board's Approval of Professional Agreement with B2Z Engineering, requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $534,190.54, to provide Engineering Services for "Monte Cristo Rd. & Conway Rd.-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 27'', subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Contract # C-HCDD1-19-014-03-26 WA-1).
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
L.
AI -69587
1.) Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement (subject to legal review) with L &G Engineering, as it relates to Professional Engineering Services related to the project: "Anaquitas-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 8''. Approved for negotiations by HCDD1 Board of Directors on 2/26/19 (AI#69126);
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2.) Pursuant to the Board's Approval of Professional Agreement with L &G Engineering, requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $35,235.30, to provide Engineering Services for "Anaquitas-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 8'', subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Contract # C-HCDD1-19-004-03-26 WA-1).
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2.) Pursuant to the Board's Approval of Professional Agreement with L &G Engineering, requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $35,235.30, to provide Engineering Services for "Anaquitas-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 8'', subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Contract # C-HCDD1-19-004-03-26 WA-1).
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
M.
AI -69591
1.) Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement (subject to legal review) with L &G Engineering, as it relates to Professional Engineering Services related to the project: "Mid Valley Airport-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 19''. Approved for negotiations by HCDD1 Board of Directors on 2/26/19 (AI#69129);
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2.) Pursuant to the Board's Approval of Professional Agreement with L &G Engineering, requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $35,235.30, to provide Engineering Services for "Mid Valley Airport-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 19'', subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Contract # C-HCDD1-19-037-03-26 WA-1).
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, 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. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2.) Pursuant to the Board's Approval of Professional Agreement with L &G Engineering, requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $35,235.30, to provide Engineering Services for "Mid Valley Airport-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 19'', subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Contract # C-HCDD1-19-037-03-26 WA-1).
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
7.
2012 Bond Referendum - 2013 Bond Series:
A.
AI -69581
Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 1 as it relates to Adams & Black project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, pending final legal review.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, 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. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -69558
Approval to issue payment on the following items proceeding review & compliance of contract terms & conditions:
CIP 133-2012 Bonds
Bdgt: 300-J09 Drain
1. Application for Payment No. 6 in the amount of $108,174.93 from Castle Enterprises, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-18-020-05-08 J09 Phase 3 Drainage Improvements.
Project Engineer: Eric Dietrich, P.E.-Tedsi Infrastructure Group
PO#634761
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval to issue payment on the following item(s) proceeding review & compliance of contract terms & conditions:
CIP 133-2013 Bonds
Bdgt: 370- Pct1 Donna North Lateral Control Structure
Bdgt: 370-Pct2 FM 495 Drain Control Structure
Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $104,445.00 from Venser Contractors, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-18-049-09-19 FM 495 Drain Control Structure & Donna North Lateral Control Structure.
PO#636130 -
Project Engineer: Jose N. Saldivar, P.E.-Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
CIP 133-2012 Bonds
Bdgt: 300-J09 Drain
1. Application for Payment No. 6 in the amount of $108,174.93 from Castle Enterprises, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-18-020-05-08 J09 Phase 3 Drainage Improvements.
Project Engineer: Eric Dietrich, P.E.-Tedsi Infrastructure Group
PO#634761
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval to issue payment on the following item(s) proceeding review & compliance of contract terms & conditions:
CIP 133-2013 Bonds
Bdgt: 370- Pct1 Donna North Lateral Control Structure
Bdgt: 370-Pct2 FM 495 Drain Control Structure
Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $104,445.00 from Venser Contractors, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-18-049-09-19 FM 495 Drain Control Structure & Donna North Lateral Control Structure.
PO#636130 -
Project Engineer: Jose N. Saldivar, P.E.-Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
8.
Right of Way Acquisitions:
A.
AI -69593
Requesting approval of Partial Release of Easement for Parcel 22 - FM 494 Project (Shary Road) and authority of the Chairman of the Board to execute documents.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, 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, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
9.
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. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 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. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
B.
Pending or contemplated litigation; a settlement offer; and/or 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.
10.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
Proceed as directed.
Proceed as directed.
B.
Pending and/or Potential Litigation
Nothing to report.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Nothing to report.
On motion by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by BOARD MEMBER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
11.
Closed Session:
Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
12.
Open Session:
Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
13.
Adjourn
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Chairman Richard Cortez adjourned the meeting.
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Chairman Richard Cortez adjourned the meeting.
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 26th day of March, 2019
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Melissa S. Montalvo, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners’ Court held on March 26, 2019.
Signed this 26th day of March 2019
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Melissa S. Montalvo, Deputy
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners' Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 26th day of March, 2019
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Melissa S. Montalvo, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners’ Court held on March 26, 2019.
Signed this 26th day of March 2019
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Melissa S. Montalvo, Deputy