SPECIAL MEETING - AUGUST 18, 2022
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 18th day of August A.D., 2022, 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 AUGUST 18, 2022 9:30 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 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)
Judge Cortez called the meeting to order at 9:30 A.M.
All members of the Board were present during the roll call, except Commissioner Cantu and Commissioner Fuentes.
Commissioner Fuentes and Commissioner Cantu joined the meeting at a later time.
Judge Cortez called the meeting to order at 9:30 A.M.
All members of the Board were present during the roll call, except Commissioner Cantu and Commissioner Fuentes.
Commissioner Fuentes and Commissioner Cantu joined the meeting at a later time.
2.
Prayer (Audio Reference :32s)
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:26s)
There were no participants for Open Forum.
There were no participants for Open Forum.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda (Audio Reference 02m:33s)
The Board proceeded with the approval of the Drainage District - Consent Agenda.
See the Drainage District - Consent Agenda for the action taken.
The Board proceeded with the approval of the Drainage District - Consent Agenda.
See the Drainage District - Consent Agenda for the action taken.
5.
General Operations:
A.
AI -87067
1. Submission of the 2022 No New Revenue and Voter Approval Rate for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1.
2. Discussion of the 2022 Planning Calendar
3. Discussion of the 2022 Tax Rates. (Audio Reference 02m:50s)
Julio Espinosa, with the Tax Office, presented an overview of the 2022 tax rates. Mr. Espinosa stated that the 2022 No New Revenue Rate was at .1156 cents and the Voter Approval Rate was at .1179 cents.
Raul Sesin recommended that the Board consider the Voter Approval Rate of .1179 cents.
4. Record vote on the proposed 2022 tax rate and schedule a public hearing if applicable. (Audio Reference 05m:15s)
The Board proceeded with a vote of approval for the Voter Approval Rate of .1179 cents.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.A.4, Voter Approval Rate of .1179 cents.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Raul Sesin recommended scheduling the public hearing for the proposed tax rate on September 20, 2022, and the adoption of the tax rate on September 27, 2022.
The Board proceeded with a vote of approval to establish the date of the public hearing.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.A.4, to schedule the public hearing for the proposed tax rate on September 20, 2022.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Discussion of the 2022 Planning Calendar
3. Discussion of the 2022 Tax Rates. (Audio Reference 02m:50s)
Julio Espinosa, with the Tax Office, presented an overview of the 2022 tax rates. Mr. Espinosa stated that the 2022 No New Revenue Rate was at .1156 cents and the Voter Approval Rate was at .1179 cents.
Raul Sesin recommended that the Board consider the Voter Approval Rate of .1179 cents.
4. Record vote on the proposed 2022 tax rate and schedule a public hearing if applicable. (Audio Reference 05m:15s)
The Board proceeded with a vote of approval for the Voter Approval Rate of .1179 cents.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.A.4, Voter Approval Rate of .1179 cents.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Raul Sesin recommended scheduling the public hearing for the proposed tax rate on September 20, 2022, and the adoption of the tax rate on September 27, 2022.
The Board proceeded with a vote of approval to establish the date of the public hearing.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.A.4, to schedule the public hearing for the proposed tax rate on September 20, 2022.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -87043
1. Requesting approval of the final negotiated Professional Services Agreement with Javier Hinojosa Engineering (C-HCDD1-22-038-08-18), as it relates to Professional Engineering Services for the project, "Mayberry Rd. to Glasscock Rd. Drainage Improvements" and as approved for negotiations on 06/28/22 (AI-86359). (subject to Legal review). (Audio Reference 06m:11s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.B.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $191,957.12 as submitted by Javier Hinojosa Engineering, through Contract No. C-HCDD1-22-038-08-18, to provide Engineering Services for, "Mayberry Rd. to Glasscock Rd. Drainage Improvements." (Audio Reference 06m:42s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.B.2.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.B.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $191,957.12 as submitted by Javier Hinojosa Engineering, through Contract No. C-HCDD1-22-038-08-18, to provide Engineering Services for, "Mayberry Rd. to Glasscock Rd. Drainage Improvements." (Audio Reference 06m:42s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.B.2.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI -87054
Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 11 in the amount of $35,405.66 as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC, through Contract No. C-HCDD1-21-026-06-01 to provide Construction Material Testing for, "Re-Construction of Main Floodwater Channel Weir No. 4." (Audio Reference 07m:03s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.C.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.C.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI -87046
1. Request exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. (Audio Reference 07m:23s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.D.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Service Agreement with B2Z Engineering, for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for the ‘’Main Flood Water Channel 2015 GLO Project.'' (Audio Reference 07m:36s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.D.2.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.D.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Service Agreement with B2Z Engineering, for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for the ‘’Main Flood Water Channel 2015 GLO Project.'' (Audio Reference 07m:36s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.D.2.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
E.
AI -87051
1. Request exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. (Audio Reference 07m:55s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.E.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Service Agreement with B2Z Engineering, for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for the ‘’Main Flood Water Channel 2016 GLO Project.'' (Audio Reference 08m:08s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.E.2.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.E.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Service Agreement with B2Z Engineering, for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for the ‘’Main Flood Water Channel 2016 GLO Project.'' (Audio Reference 08m:08s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.E.2.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
F.
AI -87052
1. Request exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. (Audio Reference 08m:23s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.F.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Service Agreement with B2Z Engineering, for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for the ‘’North Main Drain (Canton to 17 1/2), TDEM Project.'' (Audio Reference 08m:38s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.F.2.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.F.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Service Agreement with B2Z Engineering, for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for the ‘’North Main Drain (Canton to 17 1/2), TDEM Project.'' (Audio Reference 08m:38s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.F.2.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
G.
AI -87034
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 "Sand and Bedding Material", RFB No. HCDD1-22-045-09-07-AJL, including the re-advertisement of project in the event bids are rejected, or no bids are received & project is still required. (Audio Reference 08m:55s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.G.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.G.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
6.
2018 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -87065
1. Requesting approval to accept CSP response and award a negotiated Construction Contract to the highest ranked Contractor meeting all specified requirements, Saenz Brothers Construction, LLC, for CSP No. HCDD1-22-032A-08-18, "FM 493 & County Road Phase I Subdivision Drainage Improvements - 2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 12," in the amount of $1,042,355.00, as approved for negotiations by the Board of Directors - Agenda Item No. 86926 on 8/9/22. (Subject to Legal review and Compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 09m:18s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.A.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Pursuant to TXLGC 262.031 and in the interest of expediting a project's progress, requesting authority/approval for Drainage District General Manager, Raul E. Sesin, P.E., CFM, to execute change orders that involve and increase or decrease in cost of $50,000 or LESS and in no event to exceed the Change Order's statutory limits. The original contract price may not be decreased by 18% or more without consent of the contractor. (Audio Reference 09m:59s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.A.2.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.A.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Pursuant to TXLGC 262.031 and in the interest of expediting a project's progress, requesting authority/approval for Drainage District General Manager, Raul E. Sesin, P.E., CFM, to execute change orders that involve and increase or decrease in cost of $50,000 or LESS and in no event to exceed the Change Order's statutory limits. The original contract price may not be decreased by 18% or more without consent of the contractor. (Audio Reference 09m:59s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.A.2.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -87058
Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 2 in the amount of $17,505.09 as submitted by L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., through Contract No. C-HCDD1-21-025-06-15 to provide Construction Material Testing for, "South "I" Road East Side Drainage Improvements-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 33." (Audio Reference 10m:25s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.B.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.B.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI -87059
Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 3 in the amount of $12,169.49 as submitted by L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., through Contract No. C-HCDD1-21-025-06-15 to provide Construction Material Testing for, "South "I" Road West Side Drainage Improvements-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 33." (Audio Reference 10m:48s)
Commissioner Fuentes joined the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Fuentes joined the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI -87049
Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 9 in the amount of $56,901.05 as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC, through Contract No. C-HCDD1-21-026-06-01 to provide Construction Material Testing for, "Highway 281 and FM 88-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 14." (Audio Reference 11m:11s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.D.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.D.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI -87053
Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 10 in the amount of $43,736.57 as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC, through Contract No. C-HCDD1-21-026-06-01 to provide Construction Material Testing for, "J-08 Drain - McColl Rd Culvert Crossing-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 15." (Audio Reference 11m:33s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court 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 Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.E.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
AI -87069
J-08 Drain - Budget 515a
1. Requesting approval to issue payment on award to three (3) special commissioners in the amount of $1,000.00 each pertaining to condemnation proceedings for Cause No. CCD-0680-H Parcel #10 Gary L. Jackson. (Audio Reference 11m:57s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.F.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting approval to issue payment on award to three (3) special commissioners in the amount of $2,500.00 each pertaining to condemnation proceedings for Cause No. CCD-0667-G Parcel #4 Blanca Gloria Garza (Audio Reference 12m:15s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.F.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
J-08 Drain - Budget 515b
3. Requesting approval to issue payment on award to three (3) special commissioners in the amount of $1,500.00 each pertaining to condemnation proceedings for Cause No. CCD-0668-E Parcel #5 Karla L. Solis, Alejandra Solis, and Rodrigo Solis (Audio Reference 12m:32s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.F.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Requesting approval to issue payment on award to three (3) special commissioners in the amount of $1,000.00 each pertaining to condemnation proceedings for Cause No. CCD-0680-H Parcel #10 Gary L. Jackson. (Audio Reference 11m:57s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.F.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting approval to issue payment on award to three (3) special commissioners in the amount of $2,500.00 each pertaining to condemnation proceedings for Cause No. CCD-0667-G Parcel #4 Blanca Gloria Garza (Audio Reference 12m:15s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.F.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
J-08 Drain - Budget 515b
3. Requesting approval to issue payment on award to three (3) special commissioners in the amount of $1,500.00 each pertaining to condemnation proceedings for Cause No. CCD-0668-E Parcel #5 Karla L. Solis, Alejandra Solis, and Rodrigo Solis (Audio Reference 12m:32s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.F.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
G.
AI -86973
1. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 21-6 as it relates to Project 21 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Mile 10 N & Mile 1 W Project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, subject to final legal review.
2. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 21-7 as it relates to Project 21 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Mile 10 N & Mile 1 W Project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 12m:48s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 6.G.1 and 6.G.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 21-7 as it relates to Project 21 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Mile 10 N & Mile 1 W Project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 12m:48s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 6.G.1 and 6.G.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
H.
AI -87077
Mid-Valley Airport - Budget 519
1. Payment approval of Invoice No. 11329038 from L&G Consulting Engineers Inc. for July 2022 Engineering Services for the Mid-Valley Airport, 2018 Bond Referendum Project 19, pending final legal review.
South Lateral Drain - Budget 534
2. Payment approval of Invoice No. 11329040 from L&G Consulting Engineers Inc. for July 2022 Engineering Services for the South Lateral Drain, 2018 Bond Referendum Project 34, pending final legal review.
Anaquitas - Budget 508
3. Payment approval of Invoice No. 11329039 from L&G Consulting Engineers Inc. for July 2022 Engineering Services for the Anaquitas, 2018 Bond Referendum Project 8, pending final legal review. (Audio Reference 13m:21s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 6.H.1, 6.H.2, and 6.H.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Payment approval of Invoice No. 11329038 from L&G Consulting Engineers Inc. for July 2022 Engineering Services for the Mid-Valley Airport, 2018 Bond Referendum Project 19, pending final legal review.
South Lateral Drain - Budget 534
2. Payment approval of Invoice No. 11329040 from L&G Consulting Engineers Inc. for July 2022 Engineering Services for the South Lateral Drain, 2018 Bond Referendum Project 34, pending final legal review.
Anaquitas - Budget 508
3. Payment approval of Invoice No. 11329039 from L&G Consulting Engineers Inc. for July 2022 Engineering Services for the Anaquitas, 2018 Bond Referendum Project 8, pending final legal review. (Audio Reference 13m:21s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 6.H.1, 6.H.2, and 6.H.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
7.
2012 Bond Referendum - 2013 Bond Series:
A.
AI -87042
Approval of Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $83,782.38 from Clore Equipment, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-001-03-08 Alamo Expressway Drain. Project Engineer HCDD1: Omar Anzaldua, Jr., P.E. PO#645596 (Audio Reference 14m:07s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 7.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 7.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
8.
Human Resources:
A.
AI -87078
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 08/29/2022:
(Audio Reference 14m:42s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 8.A.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 08/29/2022:
(Audio Reference 15m:06s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 8.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
| Action | Dept | Slot# | Position Title |
| Change from Temporary to Full-Time | M&O | 150 | Clerk 1 (Temporary) |
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On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 8.A.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 08/29/2022:
| Action | Dept | Slot# | Current Position Title | Current Grade | Proposed Position Title | Proposed Grade |
| Re-Classification | M&O | 150 | Clerk I | 5 | Administrative Assistant II | 6 |
(Audio Reference 15m:06s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 8.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
9.
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 15m:22s)
The Board proceeded into closed session with a vote of approval at 9:46 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court 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 15m:22s)
The Board proceeded into closed session with a vote of approval at 9:46 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court 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 9.C.a), 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 9.C.a), as it was a closed session item.
1.
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Consultation with Legal Counsel regarding Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 vs. Godfrey Garza et al, Cause No. C-0373-17-E, pending in the 275th District Court of Hidalgo County, Texas.
No action was taken on agenda item 9.C.1, as it was a closed session item.
No action was taken on agenda item 9.C.1, as it was a closed session item.
10.
Open Session: (Audio Reference 15m:50s)
The Board returned from closed session at 10:01 A.M., and proceeded to agenda item 10.A.
Commissioner Cantu joined the meeting.
Commissioner Fuentes and Commissioner Torres did not return from closed session.
The Board returned from closed session at 10:01 A.M., and proceeded to agenda item 10.A.
Commissioner Cantu joined the meeting.
Commissioner Fuentes and Commissioner Torres did not return from closed session.
A.
Possible Action of Real Estate Acquisition (Audio Reference 16m:02s)
Legal Counselor, Ivan Perez, recommended a motion to authorize Mr. Raul Sesin to proceed as discussed in closed session.
The Board proceeded with a vote of approval as recommended.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 10.A, as recommended.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Legal Counselor, Ivan Perez, recommended a motion to authorize Mr. Raul Sesin to proceed as discussed in closed session.
The Board proceeded with a vote of approval as recommended.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 10.A, as recommended.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
B.
Possible Action on Pending and/or Potential Litigation
No action was taken on agenda item 10.B.
No action was taken on agenda item 10.B.
11.
Adjourn (Audio Reference 16m:19s)
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 10:02 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to adjourn the meeting.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 10:02 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to adjourn the meeting.
Vote: 3 - 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 18th day of August 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 August 18, 2022.
Signed this 19th day of August 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 18th day of August 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 August 18, 2022.
Signed this 19th day of August 2022
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Carolyn Thornton, Deputy