REGULAR MEETING - JANUARY 25, 2022
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 25th day of January A.D., 2022, there was begun and held a REGULAR MEETING of the Honorable Board of Directors of Hidalgo County, Texas, wherein the following members thereof were present, to-wit:
| HONORABLE DAVID FUENTES HONORABLE EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU HONORABLE EVERARDO "EVER" VILLARREAL HONORABLE ELLIE TORRES |
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 JANUARY 25, 2022 1:30 P.M. |
NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a REGULAR 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 551.127, NOTICE is hereby given that a physical quorum, including the presiding officer/member, will be present at the specified meeting location. Some members of the governing body and/or government officials may participate via videoconference.
Members of the public are encouraged to watch the meetings online, at: www.hidalgocounty.us/HClive
1.
Roll Call (Audio Reference :10s)
Commissioner Cantu called the meeting to order at 1:34 P.M.
All members of the Board were present during the roll call, except for Judge Richard Cortez.
Commissioner Cantu called the meeting to order at 1:34 P.M.
All members of the Board were present during the roll call, except for Judge Richard Cortez.
2.
Prayer (Audio Reference :29s)
General Manager of Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1, Raul Sesin, offered the prayer.
General Manager of Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1, Raul Sesin, offered the prayer.
3.
Open Forum (Audio Reference 02m:35s)
There were no open forum participants.
There were no open forum participants.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda (Audio Reference 02m:46s)
The Board proceeded with the approval/discussion of the Consent Agenda.
See the Drainage District Consent Agenda for the action taken.
The Board proceeded with the approval/discussion of the Consent Agenda.
See the Drainage District Consent Agenda for the action taken.
5.
General Operations:
A.
AI -84351
Introduction of Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 new Assistant General Managers. (Audio Reference 03m:11s)
Raul Sesin introduced the new Assistance General Managers, Yvette Barrera and Omar Anzaldua.
No action was taken on agenda item 5.A.
Raul Sesin introduced the new Assistance General Managers, Yvette Barrera and Omar Anzaldua.
No action was taken on agenda item 5.A.
B.
AI -84355
A. Discussion, consideration and action on Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo, Texas and the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 for Hidalgo County Stormwater System Improvement Program with authority for the Chairman of the Board, as authorized official, to sign the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement. (Pending final legal review) (Audio Reference 05m:05s)
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 5.B.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Authority for Raul E. Sesin, PE, District General Manager to execute additional documents related to Agreement including, but not limited to the attached Exhibit A. (Audio Reference 05m:30s)
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.B.B.
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 5.B.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Authority for Raul E. Sesin, PE, District General Manager to execute additional documents related to Agreement including, but not limited to the attached Exhibit A. (Audio Reference 05m:30s)
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.B.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI -84321
Requesting approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 and Hidalgo County as it relates to "Engineering Services" for Pct. 4 Park Projects. (Pending final legal review) (Audio Reference 05m:44s)
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 5.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
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 5.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI -84323
Requesting approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 and the City of McAllen to permit the City to utilize the pool of professional engineers procured through the District's engineer pool from its Request for Qualifications. (Pending final legal review) (Audio Reference 05m:58s)
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.D.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
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.D.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI -84269
Requesting approval of the following items in connection with ''Region 15 Lower Rio Grande Regional Flood Planning Group (RFPG)":
1. Amendment No. 1 between Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 and The Texas Water Development Board (Contract No. 2101792500) to increase the Committed Fund amount by $802,100.00 and include additional services (described in document attached) for the ''Regional Flood Planning'' and approval for the General Manager or his designee to execute Amendment No. 1.
2. Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to revise ''Exhibit C-1'' in relation to Professional Services with Halff Associates, Inc., with Agreement No. C-HCDD1-21-003-05-18 (Subject to Legal Review).
3. Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to revise ''Exhibit C'', ''Exhibit D'', ''Exhibit D-1'' and ''Exhibit D-2'' in relation to Professional Services with Halff Associates, Inc., with Agreement No. C-HCDD1-21-003-05-18 (Subject to Legal Review): (Audio Reference 06m: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 items 5.E.1 through 3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Amendment No. 1 between Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 and The Texas Water Development Board (Contract No. 2101792500) to increase the Committed Fund amount by $802,100.00 and include additional services (described in document attached) for the ''Regional Flood Planning'' and approval for the General Manager or his designee to execute Amendment No. 1.
2. Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to revise ''Exhibit C-1'' in relation to Professional Services with Halff Associates, Inc., with Agreement No. C-HCDD1-21-003-05-18 (Subject to Legal Review).
3. Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to revise ''Exhibit C'', ''Exhibit D'', ''Exhibit D-1'' and ''Exhibit D-2'' in relation to Professional Services with Halff Associates, Inc., with Agreement No. C-HCDD1-21-003-05-18 (Subject to Legal Review): (Audio Reference 06m: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 items 5.E.1 through 3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
F.
AI -84268
Approval to exercise the District's sole option to renew/extend the contract for "Drug & Alcohol Testing Services" with Lab Services Inc., for the first (1st) of two (2) - one (1) year extension options, under the same, rates, terms, and conditions as stated in the Contract No. C-HCDD1-19-078-01-28, with extension date effective January 29, 2022, through January 28, 2023. (Audio Reference 08m:12s)
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 5.F.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
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 5.F.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
G.
AI -84337
Raymondville Drain - Budget 010 Fund 130 Capital Project Fund
Approval of payment of Invoice 19-25RD 2021 in the amount of $295,837.88 from Hidalgo County Precinct 4, for reimbursement of Equipment and Labor Force for Pay Periods 19 through 25 of 2021. (Audio Reference 08m:35s)
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 5.G.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Approval of payment of Invoice 19-25RD 2021 in the amount of $295,837.88 from Hidalgo County Precinct 4, for reimbursement of Equipment and Labor Force for Pay Periods 19 through 25 of 2021. (Audio Reference 08m:35s)
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 5.G.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
6.
2018 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -84280
1. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to the professional engineering services contract (C-HCDD1-19-013-05-21), with L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. dba L&G Engineering, for the project "Mission Lateral -2018 Bond Referendum Project #26", to reflect a Revised Exhibit "D"-Work Schedule, with an extended termination date of April 28, 2023 (subject to Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 08m: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.A.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-HCDD1-19-013-05-21), with L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. dba L&G Engineering, for the project: "Mission Lateral -2018 Bond Referendum Project #26" to reflect a revised period of service to end on April 28, 2023 (subject Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 09m:16s)
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.A.2.
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.A.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-HCDD1-19-013-05-21), with L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. dba L&G Engineering, for the project: "Mission Lateral -2018 Bond Referendum Project #26" to reflect a revised period of service to end on April 28, 2023 (subject Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 09m:16s)
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.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -84320
Raymondville Drain - Budget 010 South Main Drain Project
1. Approval of payment of Invoice 17-24-2021SM in the amount of $102,205.65 from Hidalgo County Precinct 4, for reimbursement of Equipment and Labor Force for Pay Periods 17 through 24 of 2021.
Mile 9N & FM1015 - Budget 524
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 6 in the amount of $185,490.00 from Mor-Wil, LLC, pertaining to construction contract C-HCDD1-20-065-11-18. Project Engineer - Halff & Associates PO#641649.
Mission Lateral - Budget 526
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 8 in the amount of $200,648.16 from H&R Lease Service, LLC, pertaining to construction contract C-HCDD1-20-042-09-08. Project Engineer- L&G Engineering PO#640759-21
Sunflower Drain - Budget 536
4. Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $221,442.13 from Mor-Wil, LLC, pertaining to construction contract C-HCDD1-20-041-08-12. Project Engineer - Izaguirre Engineering Group PO#640784
5. Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $44,460.00 from Mor-Wil, LLC, pertaining to construction contract C-HCDD1-20-041-08-12. Project Engineer - Izaguirre Engineering Group PO#640784 (Audio Reference 09m:41s)
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 items 6.B.1 through 5.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval of payment of Invoice 17-24-2021SM in the amount of $102,205.65 from Hidalgo County Precinct 4, for reimbursement of Equipment and Labor Force for Pay Periods 17 through 24 of 2021.
Mile 9N & FM1015 - Budget 524
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 6 in the amount of $185,490.00 from Mor-Wil, LLC, pertaining to construction contract C-HCDD1-20-065-11-18. Project Engineer - Halff & Associates PO#641649.
Mission Lateral - Budget 526
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 8 in the amount of $200,648.16 from H&R Lease Service, LLC, pertaining to construction contract C-HCDD1-20-042-09-08. Project Engineer- L&G Engineering PO#640759-21
Sunflower Drain - Budget 536
4. Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $221,442.13 from Mor-Wil, LLC, pertaining to construction contract C-HCDD1-20-041-08-12. Project Engineer - Izaguirre Engineering Group PO#640784
5. Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $44,460.00 from Mor-Wil, LLC, pertaining to construction contract C-HCDD1-20-041-08-12. Project Engineer - Izaguirre Engineering Group PO#640784 (Audio Reference 09m:41s)
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 items 6.B.1 through 5.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI -84336
1. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 13-8 as it relates to Project 13 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Hidalgo Drain and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, subject to final legal review.
2. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 13-10 as it relates to Project 13 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Hidalgo Drain and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, subject to final legal review.
3. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 13-18 as it relates to Project 13 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Hidalgo Drain and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, subject to final legal review.
4. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 13-19 as it relates to Project 13 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Hidalgo Drain and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, subject to final legal review.
5. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 13-11 as it relates to Project 13 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Hidalgo Drain and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 10m:57s)
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 items 6.C.1 through 5.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 13-10 as it relates to Project 13 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Hidalgo Drain and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, subject to final legal review.
3. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 13-18 as it relates to Project 13 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Hidalgo Drain and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, subject to final legal review.
4. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 13-19 as it relates to Project 13 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Hidalgo Drain and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, subject to final legal review.
5. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 13-11 as it relates to Project 13 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Hidalgo Drain and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 10m:57s)
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 items 6.C.1 through 5.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
7.
2012 Bond Referendum - 2013 Bond Series:
A.
AI -84325
Weslaco Drain - Budget 335
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $22,781.11 from Castle Enterprises pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-21-017-06-1. Project Engineer - HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua PO#642481
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $104,712.79 from Castle Enterprises pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-21-017-06-1. Project Engineer - HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua PO#642481 (Audio Reference 12m:15s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 7.A.1 and 7.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $22,781.11 from Castle Enterprises pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-21-017-06-1. Project Engineer - HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua PO#642481
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $104,712.79 from Castle Enterprises pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-21-017-06-1. Project Engineer - HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua PO#642481 (Audio Reference 12m:15s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 7.A.1 and 7.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
8.
General Fund:
A.
AI -84300
Requesting approval to declare surplus for approximately 21,938 Cubic Yards of Fill Dirt located at Mission Lateral RDF-Inspiration Road in as much as an attempt was made for the sale and removal through RFB No.: HCDD1-22-004-01-26-RFV and as advertised for (2) two consecutive weeks, and No Bids were received. (Audio Reference 12m:47s)
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 8.A.
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 8.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -84350
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,"Sale and Removal of Fill Dirt -West Main Drain- from FM 681 Outfall Drain to Conway Road," RFB No. HCDD1-22-008-02-16-RFV, including the re-advertisement of project in the event bids are rejected, or no bids are received & project is still required. (Audio Reference 13m:09s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 8.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 8.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
C.
AI -84322
Ditch 47 & Ditch 350 Improvements - M&O Budget 006
1. Acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to construction contract C-HCDD1-20-053-10-06
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 Retainage in the amount of $32,014.58 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to construction contract C-HCDD1-20-053-10-06 (Audio Reference 13m:35s)
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 8.C.1 and 8.C.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to construction contract C-HCDD1-20-053-10-06
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 Retainage in the amount of $32,014.58 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to construction contract C-HCDD1-20-053-10-06 (Audio Reference 13m:35s)
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 8.C.1 and 8.C.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
9.
Right of Way Acquisitions:
A.
AI -84199
Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 10A-6 as it relates to Project 10A of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - East Mercedes and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents. (Audio Reference 14m:04s)
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 9.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
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 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 14m:19s)
The Board proceeded into closed session with a vote of approval at 1:49 P.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 14m:19s)
The Board proceeded into closed session with a vote of approval at 1:49 P.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 11.A.
Reference agenda item 11.A.
B.
Personnel Matters (Tex. Gov't. Code 551.074)
Reference agenda item 11.B.
Reference agenda item 11.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, as it was a closed session item.
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, as it was a closed session item.
11.
Open Session: (Audio Reference 15m:00s)
The Board returned from closed session at 2:24 P.M., and proceeded to agenda item 11.A.
The Board returned from closed session at 2:24 P.M., and proceeded to agenda item 11.A.
A.
Possible Action of Real Estate Acquisition (Audio Reference 15m:03s)
Raul Sesin requested that the Board grant the administration to proceed as discussed in executive 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 requested above.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Raul Sesin requested that the Board grant the administration to proceed as discussed in executive 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 requested above.
Vote: 4 - 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.
12.
Adjourn (Audio Reference 15m:41s)
Commissioner Cantu adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 2:25 P.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to adjourn the meeting.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Commissioner Cantu adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 2:25 P.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to adjourn the meeting.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
There being no further business to come before said
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 25th day of January 2022
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 January 25, 2022.
Signed this 26th day of January 2022
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 25th day of January 2022
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 January 25, 2022.
Signed this 26th day of January 2022
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Carolyn Thornton, Deputy