SPECIAL MEETING - June 15, 2021
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 15th day of June A.D., 2021, there was begun and held a SPECIAL MEETING of the Honorable Board of Directors 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 EVERARDO "EVER" VILLARREAL 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 June 15, 2021 9:45 A.M. |
NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a SPECIAL MEETING of the Board of Directors 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:
In accordance with section 418.016 of the Texas Government Code, Governor Abbott has suspended various provisions that require government officials and members of the public to be physically present at a specified meeting location. As a result, all or some government officials may participate via video conference. Additionally, members of the public are encouraged to watch the meetings online, at: www.hidalgocounty.us/HClive
To participate in public comment, please call: (956) 292-7630 and you will be given further instruction and be provided with a toll free number at that time.
1.
Roll Call (Audio Reference :40s)
Judge Cortez called the meeting to order 9:45 A.M.
All members of the Board were present during the roll call, with the exception of Commissioner Torres, who joined the meeting during the prayer.
Judge Cortez called the meeting to order 9:45 A.M.
All members of the Board were present during the roll call, with the exception of Commissioner Torres, who joined the meeting during the prayer.
2.
Prayer (Audio Reference :56s)
General Manager of Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, Raul Sesin, offered the prayer.
Commissioner Torres joined the meeting.
General Manager of Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, Raul Sesin, offered the prayer.
Commissioner Torres joined the meeting.
3.
Open Forum (Audio Reference 03m:03s)
Open Forum participant, Jorge Ramirez, expressed his concerns about a drainage issue surrounding his neighborhood.
No action was taken on agenda item 3.
Open Forum participant, Jorge Ramirez, expressed his concerns about a drainage issue surrounding his neighborhood.
No action was taken on agenda item 3.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda (Audio Reference 09m:09s)
The Board proceeded to the approval of the Consent Agenda.
The Board proceeded to the approval of the Consent Agenda.
5.
General Operations:
A.
AI -81272
1. Discussion of the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Investment Policy (Audio Reference 09m:35s)
Raul Sesin gave a brief review of the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Investment Policy, and ensured a follow up meeting with the Board to answer pending questions.
No action was taken on agenda item 5.A.1.
2. Approval of the 2021 First Quarter Investment Report (Audio Reference 11m:36s)
Commissioner Cantu abstained from any discussion and/or action on agenda item 5.A.2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a 4 - 0 vote of approval on agenda item 5.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Raul Sesin gave a brief review of the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Investment Policy, and ensured a follow up meeting with the Board to answer pending questions.
No action was taken on agenda item 5.A.1.
2. Approval of the 2021 First Quarter Investment Report (Audio Reference 11m:36s)
Commissioner Cantu abstained from any discussion and/or action on agenda item 5.A.2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a 4 - 0 vote of approval on agenda item 5.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -81249
Approval of a City of San Juan Annexation Municipal Service Plan Agreement in connection with the voluntary annexation of a 5.68 acre tract (consisting of a drainage ditch) previously approved by the Board on December 8, 2020 - AI - 78596. (Audio Reference 11m:56s)
Commissioner Cantu abstained from any discussion and/or action on agenda item 5.B.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a 4 - 0 vote of approval on agenda item 5.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Commissioner Cantu abstained from any discussion and/or action on agenda item 5.B.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a 4 - 0 vote of approval on agenda item 5.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI -81101
Requesting approval to exercise the District's sole option to renew/extend the contract for ''Flexible Base Material (Crushed Caliche) with Terra Firma Materials, L.L.C., for a period of one (1) year, under the same, rates, terms, and conditions as stated in the contract number C-HCDD1-19-035A-06-18, with extension date effective June 18, 2021 through June 17, 2022. (Audio Reference 12m:38s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.C.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.C.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI -81176
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a Professional Service; (Audio Reference 13m:12s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.D.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting approval for the District to negotiate a Professional Real Estate Appraisal and/or Appraisal Review Services Contract with George J. Salazar II, dba Appraisal Haus, from the District's approved pool of pre-qualified Real Estate Appraisers for the provision of Professional Real Estate Appraisal Services (on-call on an as needed basis) for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 projects. (Audio Reference 13m:26s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.D.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.D.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting approval for the District to negotiate a Professional Real Estate Appraisal and/or Appraisal Review Services Contract with George J. Salazar II, dba Appraisal Haus, from the District's approved pool of pre-qualified Real Estate Appraisers for the provision of Professional Real Estate Appraisal Services (on-call on an as needed basis) for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 projects. (Audio Reference 13m:26s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.D.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI -81143
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1., to update the following listed items:
1) Reduce the project cost in the amount of $3,973.00
2) Replace ''Exhibit B-Scope of Work to be provided by owner'', with an updated Scope of Work
3) Replace ''Exhibit D-Project Schedule'', with a revised Project Schedule
In relation to the Agreement No. C-HCDD1-21-003-05-18 with Halff Associates, Inc. Professional Services for, "Regional Flood Plan for Region 15 Lower Rio Grande Regional Flood Planning Group (RFPG)". (Subject to Legal Review). (Audio Reference 13m:51s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.E.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
(Audio Reference 14m:31s)
Judge Cortez requested a motion to recess the meeting to begin the regular Commissioners' Court meeting at 10:00 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES to recess the meeting, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to recess the meeting.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.E.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
(Audio Reference 14m:31s)
Judge Cortez requested a motion to recess the meeting to begin the regular Commissioners' Court meeting at 10:00 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES to recess the meeting, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to recess the meeting.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
AI -81103
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 "Fuel-Gasoline and Diesel (On & Off Highway)", RFB No. HCDD1-21-014-07-07-ESZ, including the re-advertisement of project in the event bids are rejected or no bids are received & project is still required. (Audio Reference 1h:30m:06s)
Judge Cortez requested a motion to reopen the Drainage District No.1 meeting at 11:15 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to reopen the meeting.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The Board proceeded to approve agenda item 5.F.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.F.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Judge Cortez requested a motion to reopen the Drainage District No.1 meeting at 11:15 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to reopen the meeting.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The Board proceeded to approve agenda item 5.F.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.F.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
G.
AI -81217
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of RFB packet (requirements, specifications and plans) developed by Project Engineer, Omar Cano, PE,CFM, HCDD1 Engineer III for: Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 -"Cesar Chavez and Texas Road Drainage Improvements" -RFB No. HCDD1-21-011-07-07-RFV, including the re-advertising of the project in the event no responses are received and/or are rejected and project is still required. (Audio Reference 1h:31m:03s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.G.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.G.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
H.
AI -81226
Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement No. C-HCDD1-21-025-06-15, with L&G Engineering, as it relates to Professional Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Services On-Call (on an as needed basis) for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 Projects (subject to Legal Review). Approved for negotiations by the HCDD1 Board of Directors on AI# 80955(05/25/21). (Audio Reference 1h:31m:32s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.H.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.H.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
I.
AI -81250
Request approval of Invoice DD-14 in the amount of $138,490.52 from Hidalgo County Precinct No.1 for the first quarter of 2021 for equipment use. Payment is for the construction of the Mile 6 Weslaco, Mile 11 N. La Mesa, Progreso Pond, and Mile 12 N. Crossing. (Audio Reference 1h:32m:00s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.I.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.I.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
6.
2018 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -81241
Requesting approval of a Budget Amendment in the amount of $7,922,954.40 in the Capital Projects Fund 134 - 2019 Bond Series for Construction Contracts and Work Authorizations relating to the 2018 Drainage Bond Program that have been approved by the Board of Directors. (Audio Reference 1h:32m:26s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -81163
1. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-042-08-13), with Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC, for the project: "Sunflower Drain - 2018 Bond Referendum Project #36", to reflect a Revised Exhibit "D"-Work Schedule, with an extended termination date of November 15, 2021, (subject to Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 1h:32m:53s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.B.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 1 of the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-042-08-13), with Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC, for the project: "Sunflower Drain - 2018 Bond Referendum Project #36", to reflect a revised period of service to end on November 15 , 2021, (subject Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 1h:33m:19s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO "EVER" VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.B.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.B.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 1 of the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-042-08-13), with Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC, for the project: "Sunflower Drain - 2018 Bond Referendum Project #36", to reflect a revised period of service to end on November 15 , 2021, (subject Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 1h:33m:19s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO "EVER" VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.B.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI -81182
1. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-041-05-21), with Quintanilla, Headley, & Associates, Inc., for the project: "J-08 Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #15-B", to reflect a Revised Exhibit "D"-Work Schedule, with an extended termination date of September 31, 2022 (subject to Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 1h:32m:53s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.C.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 1 of the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-041-05-21), with Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc., for the project: "J-08 Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #15-B", to reflect a revised period of service to end on September 31, 2022 (subject Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 1h:34m:14s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.C.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.C.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 1 of the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-041-05-21), with Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc., for the project: "J-08 Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #15-B", to reflect a revised period of service to end on September 31, 2022 (subject Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 1h:34m:14s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.C.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI -81184
1. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-009-03-26), with Quintanilla, Headley, & Associates, Inc., for the project: "Jackson Rd. Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #16", to reflect a Revised Exhibit "D"-Work Schedule, with an extended termination date of November 30, 2022 (subject to Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 1h:34m:40s)
Judge Cortez stepped away from the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.D.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 1 of the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-009-03-26), with Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc., for the project: "Jackson Rd. Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #16", to reflect a revised period of service to end on November 30, 2022 (subject Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 1h:34m:40s) (Audio Reference 1h:35m:05s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.D.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Judge Cortez stepped away from the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.D.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 1 of the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-009-03-26), with Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc., for the project: "Jackson Rd. Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #16", to reflect a revised period of service to end on November 30, 2022 (subject Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 1h:34m:40s) (Audio Reference 1h:35m:05s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.D.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI -81264
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of RFB packet (requirements, specifications and plans) developed by Project Engineer, L&G Engineering, for the project: "Mission Lateral Phase III (Proposed Widening of Ditch from Bentsen Palm Drive to the West of Wagon City 2 Subdivision) -2018 Bond Referendum Project #26", with RFB No. HCDD1-21-027-07-07, including the re-advertising of the project in the event no responses are received and/or are rejected and project is still required. (Audio Reference 1h:35m:28s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.E.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.E.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
AI -81268
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of RFB packet (requirements, specifications and plans) developed by Project Engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC, for the project: “Mission-McAllen Rado Alternate- Phase I -2018 Bond Referendum Project #25” with RFB No. HCDD1-21-023-07-07-MSS, including the re-advertising of the project in the event no responses are received and/or are rejected and project is still required. (Audio Reference 1h:35m:58s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.F.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.F.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
G.
AI -81173
Requesting approval of Change Order No. 5 reflecting a decrease in the amount of - ($84,150.00), and an increase of twenty-three (23) construction calendar days, in connection with contract No. C-HCDD1-19-074-11-26 -Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 "Mission Lateral (Section I) -2018 Bond Referendum project #26" with Saenz Brothers Construction as recommended by project engineer, Damien B. Tijerina, P.E., L&G Engineering (subject to compliance to HB1295). (Audio Reference 1h:36m:27s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.G.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.G.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
H.
AI -81179
Jackson Road Drain Phase I - Budget 516
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $197,965.95 from G&G Contractors pertaining to construction contract No. C-HCDD1-20-034-08-11. Project Engineer Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc. PO#640613-21 (Audio Reference 1h:36m:55s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.H.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
PD Lateral Phase I - Budget 529
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 5 in the amount of $198,921.77 from Mor-Wil, LLC. pertaining to construction contract No. HCDD1-20-026-06-23. Project Engineer Izaguirre Engineering. PO#640211-21 (Audio Reference 1h:37m:17s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.H.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 6 in the amount of $151,042.17 from Mor-Wil, LLC. pertaining to construction contract No. HCDD1-20-026-06-23. Project Engineer Izaguirre Engineering. PO#640211-21 (Audio Reference 1h:37m:37s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.H.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $197,965.95 from G&G Contractors pertaining to construction contract No. C-HCDD1-20-034-08-11. Project Engineer Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc. PO#640613-21 (Audio Reference 1h:36m:55s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.H.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
PD Lateral Phase I - Budget 529
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 5 in the amount of $198,921.77 from Mor-Wil, LLC. pertaining to construction contract No. HCDD1-20-026-06-23. Project Engineer Izaguirre Engineering. PO#640211-21 (Audio Reference 1h:37m:17s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.H.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 6 in the amount of $151,042.17 from Mor-Wil, LLC. pertaining to construction contract No. HCDD1-20-026-06-23. Project Engineer Izaguirre Engineering. PO#640211-21 (Audio Reference 1h:37m:37s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.H.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
7.
2012 Bond Referendum - 2013 Bond Series:
A.
AI -81251
Mission Inlet Balboa Estates Area - Budget 020
Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $162,013.48 from Castle Enterprises, LLC. pertaining to construction contract No. HCDD1-20-002-02-11. Project Engineer B2Z Engineering. PO#639479 (Audio Reference 1h:37m:56s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 7.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $162,013.48 from Castle Enterprises, LLC. pertaining to construction contract No. HCDD1-20-002-02-11. Project Engineer B2Z Engineering. PO#639479 (Audio Reference 1h:37m:56s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 7.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
8.
General Fund:
A.
AI -81247
Request Approval to issue payment on award to three (3) special commissioners pertaining to condemnation proceedings for Cause No. CCD-0581-H Parcel #1 - Jesus De Leon (Audio Reference 1h:38m:19s)
Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action on agenda item 8.A.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL , seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a 3 - 0 vote of approval on agenda item 8.A.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action on agenda item 8.A.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL , seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a 3 - 0 vote of approval on agenda item 8.A.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
9.
Budget Amendments:
A.
AI -81243
Request Approval of a Budget Amendment in Fund 124 of the Special Revenue in the amount of $1,203,000.00. Funds will be provided from Texas Water Development Board Contract No. 2101792500 for Region 15 flood planning. Grant was approved by the Board on March 30, 2021. (Audio Reference 1h:38m:51s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 9.A
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 9.A
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
10.
Closed Session:
Board of Directors may go into Closed Session pursuant to Subchapter D of Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code to discuss the following: (Audio Reference 1h:39m:17s)
The Board proceeded to Closed Session at 11:25 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to proceed into Closed Session.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Board of Directors may go into Closed Session pursuant to Subchapter D of Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code to discuss the following: (Audio Reference 1h:39m:17s)
The Board proceeded to Closed Session at 11:25 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to proceed into Closed Session.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
A.
Real Property (Tex. Gov't Code 551.072)
Reference agenda item 10.A.
Reference agenda item 10.A.
B.
Personnel Matters (Tex. Gov't. Code 551.074)
Reference agenda item 10.B.
Reference agenda item 10.B.
C.
Consultation with Attorney Regarding:
a) Pending or Contemplated Litigation: b) a Settlement Offer: or c) a Matter in Which the Duty of the Attorney to the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas Clearly Conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (Tex. Gov't. Code 551.071)
No action was taken on agenda item 10.C.
a) Pending or Contemplated Litigation: b) a Settlement Offer: or c) a Matter in Which the Duty of the Attorney to the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas Clearly Conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (Tex. Gov't. Code 551.071)
No action was taken on agenda item 10.C.
1.
AI -81269
A.) Cause #C-1660-21-F; Maria Salinas et al v County of Hidalgo, et al
B.) Cause #C-1779-21-A; Benita Escobar De Garcia v Hidalgo County et al
Reference agenda item 11.B.1.
B.) Cause #C-1779-21-A; Benita Escobar De Garcia v Hidalgo County et al
Reference agenda item 11.B.1.
11.
Open Session: (Audio Reference 1h:40m:21s)
The Board returned from Closed Session at 11:39 A.M, and proceeded to agenda item 11.A.
Judge Cortez rejoined the meeting.
The Board returned from Closed Session at 11:39 A.M, and proceeded to agenda item 11.A.
Judge Cortez rejoined the meeting.
A.
Possible Action of Real Estate Acquisition (Audio Reference 1h:40m:26s)
Legal Counselor, Ivan Perez, recommended a motion to authorize Raul Sesin to proceed as discussed in Closed Session.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.A, as stated above.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Legal Counselor, Ivan Perez, recommended a motion to authorize Raul Sesin to proceed as discussed in Closed Session.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.A, as stated above.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
B.
Possible Action on Pending and/or Potential Litigation
No action was taken on agenda item 11.B.
No action was taken on agenda item 11.B.
1.
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A.) Cause #C-1660-21-F; Maria Salinas et al v County of Hidalgo, et al
No action was taken on agenda item 11.B.1.A.
B.) Cause #C-1779-21-A; Benita Escobar De Garcia v Hidalgo County et al
No action was taken on agenda item 11.B.1.B.
No action was taken on agenda item 11.B.1.A.
B.) Cause #C-1779-21-A; Benita Escobar De Garcia v Hidalgo County et al
No action was taken on agenda item 11.B.1.B.
12.
Adjourn (Audio Reference 1h:40m:52s)
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting at 11:40 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to adjourn the meeting.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting at 11:40 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to adjourn the meeting.
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 15th day of June, 2021
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Carolyn Thornton, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners Court held on June 15, 2021.
Signed this 16th day of June 2021
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Carolyn Thornton, Deputy
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 15th day of June, 2021
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Carolyn Thornton, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners Court held on June 15, 2021.
Signed this 16th day of June 2021
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Carolyn Thornton, Deputy