SPECIAL MEETING - DECEMBER 13, 2022
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 13th day of December 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 DECEMBER 13, 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 01m:26s)
Judge Cortez called the meeting to order at 9:30 A.M.
All members of the Board were present during the roll call, except for Commissioner Cantu.
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 for Commissioner Cantu.
Commissioner Cantu joined the meeting at a later time.
2.
Prayer (Audio Reference 01m: 39s)
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 03m: 33s)
There were no participants for Open Forum.
There were no participants for Open Forum.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda (Audio Reference 05m: 03s)
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 -88793
Requesting approval of 2023 Holiday Schedule. (Audio Reference 05m:21s)
Commissioner Cantu joined the meeting
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. A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Cantu joined the meeting
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. A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -88794
Requesting approval to update HCDD1 Uniform Policy. (Audio Reference 05m: 50s)
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. B.
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. B.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI -88786
Requesting approval to purchase new JD 210 G Short Boom Excavator through the District's membership with Sourcewell Cooperative awarded Contract No. 032-119 from Doggett Heavy Machinery Services, LTD in the total amount of $280,795.12, includes an extended warranty of 60 mo./5000hrs. powertrain & hydraulic and 42'' digging and 36'' grading buckets. (Audio Reference 06m: 17s)
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. C.
Vote: 5 - 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. C.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI -88808
Requesting approval to adopt the Hidalgo County Agenda Item No. 61715 approved on (9-26-2017), to permit Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to purchase goods and services up to $3,500 without requiring the three (3) quotes. All procedures and statutory requirements are still to be followed. (Audio Reference 06m: 48s)
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. D.
Vote: 5 - 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. D.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI -88799
Requesting approval of budget Amendments to carry over the December 31, 2021 available budgets into the District's 2022 Capital Project Fund respective accounts and Special Revenue Fund. This will facilitate the budgetary accounting for continued operations and construction of District Projects that have been approved by the board in prior years. Fund 130- District Capital Projects, Fund 132 - 2008 Bond Series, Fund 133 - 2013 Bond Series, Fund 134 - 2014 Bond Series, and Fund 123 Special Revenue Fund - Raymondville Drain Restore Act. (Audio Reference 07m: 19s)
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. E.
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 5. E.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
F.
AI -88801
Recommending bid award and approval to issue a Purchase Order to the lowest and most responsible bidder meeting all requirements/specifications, W. WaterTech Inc., for the advertised RFB No. HCDD1-22-056-12-07-ESZ, “Purchase of One (1) 8'x8 Stainless Steel Slide Gate'' in the amount of $71,774.00. (Audio Reference 08m: 02s)
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 5. F.
Vote: 5 - 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 5. F.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
G.
AI -88796
Requesting approval to accept bids, and approval to execute Requirement Agreement to the lowest and best bidder meeting all specified requirements, for RFB No.HCDD1-22-059A-12-07-AG "Concrete Mix and Related Items", subject to legal review and compliance to HB1295. (Audio Reference 08m: 32s)
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. G.
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 5. G.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
6.
2018 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -88726
Requesting approval of Right of Possession Agreement for Parcel 10A-E10 as it relates to Project 10A of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program-East Mercedes and authority for Drainage District General Manager to execute documents. (Audio Reference 08m: 50s)
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 6. A.
Vote: 5 - 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 6. A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -88825
1. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 13-2B as it relates to Project 13 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Hidalgo Drain 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 13-2C as it relates to Project 13 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Hidalgo Drain Project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 09m: 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 items 6. B. 1. and 6. B. 2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 13-2C as it relates to Project 13 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Hidalgo Drain Project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 09m: 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 items 6. B. 1. and 6. B. 2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI -88798
1. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 4 to the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-038-05-21), with KCI Technologies, Inc., for “Faysville Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #11A”, to reflect a Revised Exhibit "D"-Work Schedule, with an extended termination date of May 08, 2024, (subject to Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 09m: 33s)
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. 1.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to Work Authorization No. 1 of the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-038-05-21), with KCI Technologies, Inc., for the project, "Faysville Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #11A," to reflect a revised period of service to end on May 08, 2024. (Audio Reference 09m: 56s)
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. 2.
Vote: 5 - 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 6. C. 1.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to Work Authorization No. 1 of the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-038-05-21), with KCI Technologies, Inc., for the project, "Faysville Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #11A," to reflect a revised period of service to end on May 08, 2024. (Audio Reference 09m: 56s)
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. 2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
D.
AI -88815
1. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-053-11-05), with CSJ Group, for the: “2018 Bond Referendum Projects: 3, 5 & 6 (4 ½ Mile Rd. & N. Doffing Rd.-Project #3, 5 ½ Mile Rd. & N. Bentsen Palm Dr.-Project #5, and 7 ½ Mile Rd. & Glasscock Rd.-Project #6)”, to reflect a Revised Exhibit "D"-Work Schedule, with an extended termination date of December 31, 2023 (subject to Legal review and compliance with HB1295).
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 1 of the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-053-11-05), with CSJ Group, for the: “2018 Bond Referendum Projects: 3, 5 & 6 (4 ½ Mile Rd. & N. Doffing Rd.-Project #3, 5 ½ Mile Rd. & N. Bentsen Palm Dr.-Project #5, and 7 ½ Mile Rd. & Glasscock Rd.-Project #6)”, to reflect a revised period of service to end on December 31, 2023 (subject Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 10m: 17s)
General Manager of Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, Raul Sesin requested approval from legal counsel to read, then proceed with a request for approval on agenda items 6. D. 1., 6. D. 2., 6. E. 1., 6. E. 2., 6. F. 1., 6. F. 2., 6. G. 1., 6. G. 2., 6. H. 1., and 6. H. 2.
Legal Council, Ivan Perez allowed Raul Sesin to read, then proceed with a request for approval on agenda items 6. D. 1., 6. D. 2., 6. E. 1., 6. E. 2., 6. F. 1., 6. F. 2., 6. G. 1., 6. G. 2., 6. H. 1., and 6. H. 2.
Raul Sesin proceeded to read agenda items 6. D. 1., and 6. D. 2. (Audio Reference 10m: 38s)
Reference agenda item 6. H. for action taken on items D. 1., and D. 2., (Audio Reference 13m: 28s)
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 1 of the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-053-11-05), with CSJ Group, for the: “2018 Bond Referendum Projects: 3, 5 & 6 (4 ½ Mile Rd. & N. Doffing Rd.-Project #3, 5 ½ Mile Rd. & N. Bentsen Palm Dr.-Project #5, and 7 ½ Mile Rd. & Glasscock Rd.-Project #6)”, to reflect a revised period of service to end on December 31, 2023 (subject Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 10m: 17s)
General Manager of Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, Raul Sesin requested approval from legal counsel to read, then proceed with a request for approval on agenda items 6. D. 1., 6. D. 2., 6. E. 1., 6. E. 2., 6. F. 1., 6. F. 2., 6. G. 1., 6. G. 2., 6. H. 1., and 6. H. 2.
Legal Council, Ivan Perez allowed Raul Sesin to read, then proceed with a request for approval on agenda items 6. D. 1., 6. D. 2., 6. E. 1., 6. E. 2., 6. F. 1., 6. F. 2., 6. G. 1., 6. G. 2., 6. H. 1., and 6. H. 2.
Raul Sesin proceeded to read agenda items 6. D. 1., and 6. D. 2. (Audio Reference 10m: 38s)
Reference agenda item 6. H. for action taken on items D. 1., and D. 2., (Audio Reference 13m: 28s)
Attachments:
E.
AI -88820
1. Requesting approval of Supplemental No. 4 to the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-009-03-26), with Quintanilla Headley & Associates, Inc. for the project of ''Jackson Rd. Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 16'', to reflect a Revised Exhibit "D"-Work Schedule, with an extended termination date of January 31, 2024, (subject to Legal review and compliance with HB1295).
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 4 to Work Authorization No. 1 to the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-009-03-26) with Quintanilla Headley & Associates, Inc., for the project of ''Jackson Rd. Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 16'', to reflect a Revised Exhibit "D"-Work Schedule, with an extended termination date of January 31, 2024 (subject to Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 11m: 20s)
Reference agenda items 6. H. for action taken on agenda items 6. E. 1., and 6. E. 2., (Audio Reference 13m: 28s)
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 4 to Work Authorization No. 1 to the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-009-03-26) with Quintanilla Headley & Associates, Inc., for the project of ''Jackson Rd. Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 16'', to reflect a Revised Exhibit "D"-Work Schedule, with an extended termination date of January 31, 2024 (subject to Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 11m: 20s)
Reference agenda items 6. H. for action taken on agenda items 6. E. 1., and 6. E. 2., (Audio Reference 13m: 28s)
Attachments:
F.
AI -88818
1. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 4 to the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDDl-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 February 28, 2023, (subject to Legal review and compliance with HB1295).
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to Work Authorization No. 1 of the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDDl-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 February 28, 2023, (subject Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 12m: 03s)
Reference agenda item 6. H. for action taken on agenda items 6. F. 1., and 6. F. 2., (Audio Reference 13m: 28s)
#15-B" to reflect a Revised Exhibit "D"-Work Schedule, with an extended termination date of February 28, 2023, (subject to Legal review and compliance with HB1295).
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to Work Authorization No. 1 of the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDDl-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 February 28, 2023, (subject Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 12m: 03s)
Reference agenda item 6. H. for action taken on agenda items 6. F. 1., and 6. F. 2., (Audio Reference 13m: 28s)
Attachments:
G.
AI -88822
1. Requesting approval of Supplemental No. 3 to the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-052-11-26), with Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC., for the project of “2018 Bond Referendum Projects 1, 4 & 37 -3 ¼ Mile Rd. & N. Bentsen Palm Dr. Project #1, 4 Mile Rd & Minnesota Rd Project #4, Western Rd & 9-Mile Line #37” to reflect a Revised Exhibit "D"-Work Schedule, with an extended termination date of August 30, 2023, (subject to Legal review and compliance with HB1295).
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to Work Authorization No. 1 to the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-052-11-26) with Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC., for the project of “2018 Bond Referendum Projects 1, 4 & 37 -3 ¼ Mile Rd. & N. Bentsen Palm Dr. Project #1, 4 Mile Rd & Minnesota Rd Project #4, Western Rd & 9-Mile Line #37” to reflect a Revised Exhibit "D"-Work Schedule, with an extended termination date of August 30, 2023, (subject to Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 12m: 43s)
Reference agenda item 6. H. for action taken on Drainage District Agenda items 6. G. 1., and 6. G. 2., (Audio Reference 13m: 28s)
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to Work Authorization No. 1 to the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-052-11-26) with Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC., for the project of “2018 Bond Referendum Projects 1, 4 & 37 -3 ¼ Mile Rd. & N. Bentsen Palm Dr. Project #1, 4 Mile Rd & Minnesota Rd Project #4, Western Rd & 9-Mile Line #37” to reflect a Revised Exhibit "D"-Work Schedule, with an extended termination date of August 30, 2023, (subject to Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 12m: 43s)
Reference agenda item 6. H. for action taken on Drainage District Agenda items 6. G. 1., and 6. G. 2., (Audio Reference 13m: 28s)
Attachments:
H.
AI -88812
1. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDDl-19-039-05-21), with TEDSI Infrastructure
Group, Inc., for the project: "Faysville Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #11-B", to reflect a Revised Exhibit "D1-Work Schedule, with an extended termination date of April 30, 2023 (subject to Legal review and compliance with HB1295).
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to Work Authorization No. 1 of the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDDl-19-039-05-21), with TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc., for the project: "Faysville Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #11-B", to reflect a revised period of service to end on April 30, 2023, (subject Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 13m: 28s)
The Board proceeded with a vote of approval on the Drainage District Agenda items 6. D. 1., 6. D. 2., 6. E. 1., 6. E. 2., 6. F. 1., 6. F. 2., 6. G. 1., 6. G. 2., 6. H. 1., and 6. H. 2.
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. D. 1., 6. D. 2., 6. E. 1., 6. E. 2., 6. F. 1., 6. F. 2., 6. G. 1., 6. G. 2., 6. H. 1., and 6. H. 2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Group, Inc., for the project: "Faysville Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #11-B", to reflect a Revised Exhibit "D1-Work Schedule, with an extended termination date of April 30, 2023 (subject to Legal review and compliance with HB1295).
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to Work Authorization No. 1 of the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDDl-19-039-05-21), with TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc., for the project: "Faysville Drain -2018 Bond Referendum Project #11-B", to reflect a revised period of service to end on April 30, 2023, (subject Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 13m: 28s)
The Board proceeded with a vote of approval on the Drainage District Agenda items 6. D. 1., 6. D. 2., 6. E. 1., 6. E. 2., 6. F. 1., 6. F. 2., 6. G. 1., 6. G. 2., 6. H. 1., and 6. H. 2.
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. D. 1., 6. D. 2., 6. E. 1., 6. E. 2., 6. F. 1., 6. F. 2., 6. G. 1., 6. G. 2., 6. H. 1., and 6. H. 2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
I.
AI -88802
1. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors of the graded and evaluated firms submitting response to the CSP No. HCDD1-22-051-11-30-RFV, "East Mercedes-2018 Bond Project No. 10B."
(Audio Reference 13m: 28s)
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. I. 1. as ranked.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Pursuant to the Board's approval, requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Construction Services Contract with the number one ranked firm, RBM Contractors, LLC for construction services of, "East Mercedes-2018 Bond Project No. 10B." (Audio Reference 15m: 06s)
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. I. 2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
| FIRM'S NAME | SCORE | RANK |
| RBM Contractors, LLC | 94 | |
| Mor-Wil, LLC | 88.93 | |
| Saenz Brothers Construction, LLC | 88.70 | |
| Jimmy Closner & Sons Construction Co., Inc. | 74.99 |
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. I. 1. as ranked.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Pursuant to the Board's approval, requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Construction Services Contract with the number one ranked firm, RBM Contractors, LLC for construction services of, "East Mercedes-2018 Bond Project No. 10B." (Audio Reference 15m: 06s)
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. I. 2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
J.
AI -88790
Requesting approval of Change Order No. 7 with Saenz Brothers Construction (C-HCDD1-21-027-07-27) to reflect an increase amount of $65,500.00 with an additional thirty (30) Days for the project of, "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," and as recommended by project engineer, L&G Engineering. (subject to HB 1295 compliance) (Audio Reference 15m: 25s)
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. J.
Vote: 5 - 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 6. J.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
K.
AI -88775
Anaquitas - Budget 508
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $259,240.20 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-21-040-10-05 Anaquitas. Project Engineer: B2Z Engineering PO#643055
J-08 Drain - Budget 515
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $438,001.06 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-024-07-26 J-08 Drain. Project Engineer: Quintanilla Headley & Associates PO#646299
Jackson Road Drain - Budget 516
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 12 in the amount of $39,882.78 from RG Enterprises pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-20-034-08-11 Jackson Road Drain. Project Engineer: Quintanilla Headley & Associates PO#640613
Sunflower Drain - Budget 536
4. Approval of Application for Payment No. 8 in the amount of $4,747.50 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-20-041-08-12 Sunflower Drain. Project Engineer: Izaguirre Engineering PO#640784 (Audio Reference 15m: 57s)
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. K. 1., 6. K. 2., 6. K. 3., and 6. K. 4.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $259,240.20 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-21-040-10-05 Anaquitas. Project Engineer: B2Z Engineering PO#643055
J-08 Drain - Budget 515
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $438,001.06 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-024-07-26 J-08 Drain. Project Engineer: Quintanilla Headley & Associates PO#646299
Jackson Road Drain - Budget 516
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 12 in the amount of $39,882.78 from RG Enterprises pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-20-034-08-11 Jackson Road Drain. Project Engineer: Quintanilla Headley & Associates PO#640613
Sunflower Drain - Budget 536
4. Approval of Application for Payment No. 8 in the amount of $4,747.50 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-20-041-08-12 Sunflower Drain. Project Engineer: Izaguirre Engineering PO#640784 (Audio Reference 15m: 57s)
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. K. 1., 6. K. 2., 6. K. 3., and 6. K. 4.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
7.
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 17m: 02s)
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 Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to proceed into closed session.
Vote: 5 - 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 17m: 02s)
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 Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to proceed into closed session.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
A.
Real Property (Tex. Gov't Code 551.072)
Reference agenda item 8. A.
Reference agenda item 8. A.
B.
Personnel Matters (Tex. Gov't. Code 551.074)
Reference agenda item 8. B.
Reference agenda item 8. 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 7.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 7.C, as it was a closed session item.
8.
Open Session: (Audio Reference 18m: 06s)
The Board returned from closed session at 10:01 A.M., and proceeded to agenda item 8. A.
Commissioner Fuentes did not return from the closed session.
The Board returned from closed session at 10:01 A.M., and proceeded to agenda item 8. A.
Commissioner Fuentes did not return from the closed session.
A.
Possible Action of Real Estate Acquisition (Audio Reference 18m: 12s)
Legal Counsel, Ivan Perez, recommended a motion to authorize Raul Sesin to proceed as discussed in closed session.
The Board proceeded with a vote of approval as recommended
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 8. A.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Legal Counsel, Ivan Perez, recommended a motion to authorize Raul Sesin to proceed as discussed in closed session.
The Board proceeded with a vote of approval as recommended
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 8. A.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
B.
Possible Action on Pending and/or Potential Litigation
No action was taken on agenda item 8. B.
No action was taken on agenda item 8. B.
9.
Adjourn (Audio Reference 18m: 26s)
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 10:01 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 adjourn the meeting.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 10:01 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 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 13th day of December , 2022
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Karina Esparza, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners Court held on December 13, 2022.
Signed this 13th day of December 2022
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Karina Esparza, Deputy
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 13th day of December , 2022
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Karina Esparza, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners Court held on December 13, 2022.
Signed this 13th day of December 2022
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Karina Esparza, Deputy