SPECIAL MEETING - DECEMBER 20, 2022
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 20th 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 |
HIDALGO COUNTY JUDGE COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 1 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 2 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 3 |
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 20, 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 0m: 13s)
Judge Cortez called the meeting to order at 9:31 A.M.
All members of the Board were Present during the roll call, except for Commissioner Torres and Commissioner Cantu.
Commissioner Cantu joined at a later time. Commissioner Torres was absent.
Judge Cortez called the meeting to order at 9:31 A.M.
All members of the Board were Present during the roll call, except for Commissioner Torres and Commissioner Cantu.
Commissioner Cantu joined at a later time. Commissioner Torres was absent.
2.
Prayer (Audio Reference 0m: 31s)
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 Refrence 02m: 30s)
There were no participants for Open Forum.
There were no participants for Open Forum.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda (Audio Reference 02m: 39s)
Commissioner Cantu joined the meeting
The Board proceeded with the approval of the Drainage District - Consent Agenda.
See the Drainage District - Consent Agenda for the action taken.
Commissioner Cantu joined the meeting
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 -88934
Requesting approval of Inter Local Agreement between Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 and Hidalgo and Cameron Counties Irrigation District No.9 as it relates to Mile 7 1/2 N & 2 1/2 E Mercedes and the East Mercedes Drainage Project. (Pending Final Legal Review) (Audio Reference 02m: 57s)
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. A.
Vote: 4 - 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. A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B.
AI -88904
1. Approval of Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Investment Policy (Audio Reference 03m: 20s)
Commissioner Cantu abstained form any discussion and/or action regarding agenda item 5.B.1
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. B. 1.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Authorized Dealer list. (Audio Reference 05m: 28s)
Commissioner Cantu abstained form any discussion and/or action regarding agenda item 5. B. 2.
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. 2.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Commissioner Cantu abstained form any discussion and/or action regarding agenda item 5.B.1
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. B. 1.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Authorized Dealer list. (Audio Reference 05m: 28s)
Commissioner Cantu abstained form any discussion and/or action regarding agenda item 5. B. 2.
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. 2.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
C.
AI -88933
Requesting approval for a 15' City of Pharr utility easement as it relates to South Lateral Drain - Boys & Girls Club RDF and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, pending final legal review. (Audio Reference 05m: 47s)
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 5. C.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
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 5. C.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI -88885
1. Request exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. (Audio Reference 06m: 00s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5. D. 1
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2). Requesting Authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Service Agreement with Halff & Associates for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for the project of ‘’HCDD1 Complex -M&O Training Facility'' from the pre-approved District's ''Pool'' of pre-qualified Professional Engineers as Approved by the Board of Directors on April 19, 2022, AI-85501. (Audio Reference 06m: 15s)
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.2
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5. D. 1
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2). Requesting Authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Service Agreement with Halff & Associates for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for the project of ‘’HCDD1 Complex -M&O Training Facility'' from the pre-approved District's ''Pool'' of pre-qualified Professional Engineers as Approved by the Board of Directors on April 19, 2022, AI-85501. (Audio Reference 06m: 15s)
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.2
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
E.
AI -88886
1. Request exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. (Audio Reference 06m: 36s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5. E. 1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2). Requesting Authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Service for the provisions of Project Management with B2Z Engineering for the ‘’HCDD1 Complex -M&O Training Facility'' from the pre-approved District's ''Pool'' of pre-qualified Professional Engineers as Approved by the Board of Directors on April 19, 2022, AI-85501. (Audio Reference 06m: 46s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5. E. 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5. E. 1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2). Requesting Authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Service for the provisions of Project Management with B2Z Engineering for the ‘’HCDD1 Complex -M&O Training Facility'' from the pre-approved District's ''Pool'' of pre-qualified Professional Engineers as Approved by the Board of Directors on April 19, 2022, AI-85501. (Audio Reference 06m: 46s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5. E. 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
F.
AI -88893
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of Procurement Packet (requirements, specifications, plans, etc.) developed by Project Engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC, for the project, ‘’North Main Drain Expansion (Canton to 17 1/2), TDEM Project''; RFB No. HCDD1-22-066-02-01-ESZ, including the re-advertising of the project in the event no responses are received and/or are rejected and project is still required. (Audio Reference 07m: 10s)
Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, General Manager Raul Sesine made a correction to agenda item 5. F. stating that the development Project Engineer is Drainage District No. 1 and B2Z Engineering LLC is the Project Manager.
The Board proceeded with a vote of approval for agenda item 5. F. with corrections made.
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. F.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, General Manager Raul Sesine made a correction to agenda item 5. F. stating that the development Project Engineer is Drainage District No. 1 and B2Z Engineering LLC is the Project Manager.
The Board proceeded with a vote of approval for agenda item 5. F. with corrections made.
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. F.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
G.
AI -88942
Requesting acceptance and approval of Donation Deed from San Jacinto Enterprises as it relates to a 3.13 Acre tract of land of Farm Tract 442, West and Adams Tracts subdivision, subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 08m: 09s)
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. G.
Vote: 4 - 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. G.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
H.
AI -88923
1.) Requesting approval to purchase one (1) CAT 323F Amphibious Pontoon Excavator AM200 through the District's membership with PCA Cooperative with Contract No. OD-328-20 from Big D Tractor LLC (Blue Cat Rentals & Frontera Equipment), in the total amount of $597,500.00. (Audio Reference 08m: 25s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5. H. 1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2.) Requesting approval to trade in the following District owned Excavators:
(1) 2009 Caterpillar 345 DL Asset No. 1668
(1) 2009 Caterpillar 324 DL Asset No. 1728 (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 5. H. 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3.) Pursuant to the Boards approval of Trade in requesting approval to remove the following from the Districts Asset list once transaction is complete:
(1) 2009 Caterpillar 345 DL Asset No. 1668
(1) 2009 Caterpillar 324 DL Asset No. 1728 (Audio Reference 09m: 06s)
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. H. 3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5. H. 1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2.) Requesting approval to trade in the following District owned Excavators:
(1) 2009 Caterpillar 345 DL Asset No. 1668
(1) 2009 Caterpillar 324 DL Asset No. 1728 (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 5. H. 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3.) Pursuant to the Boards approval of Trade in requesting approval to remove the following from the Districts Asset list once transaction is complete:
(1) 2009 Caterpillar 345 DL Asset No. 1668
(1) 2009 Caterpillar 324 DL Asset No. 1728 (Audio Reference 09m: 06s)
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. H. 3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
I.
AI -88931
Requesting approval to purchase (2) John Deere 6145M Tractors with attached Alamo Maverick 28' Boom Mowers through the District's membership with Buyboard awarded Contract No. 611-20 through Alamo Group (Tx) Inc., in the total amount of $485,925.70. (Audio Reference 09m: 39s)
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. I.
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. I.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
6.
2018 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -88856
Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 16-E6 as it relates to Project 16 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Jackson Rd. Drain and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, subject to final legal. (Audio Reference 10m: 00s)
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: 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 6. A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -88935
1. Request exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. (Audio Reference 10m: 14s)
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. B. 1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting Authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Service Agreement with S2 Engineering, PLLC for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for the project of "2018 Bond Program - Phase I Southwest Weslaco'' from the pre-approved District's ''Pool'' of pre-qualified Professional Engineers as Approved by the Board of Directors on April 19, 2022, AI-85501. (Audio Reference 10m: 25s)
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. B. 2.
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 6. B. 1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting Authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Service Agreement with S2 Engineering, PLLC for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for the project of "2018 Bond Program - Phase I Southwest Weslaco'' from the pre-approved District's ''Pool'' of pre-qualified Professional Engineers as Approved by the Board of Directors on April 19, 2022, AI-85501. (Audio Reference 10m: 25s)
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. B. 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
C.
AI -88936
1. Request exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. (Audio Reference 10m: 45s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6. C. 1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting Authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Service Agreement with Supreme Engineering, PLLC for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for the project of "2018 Bond Program - Phase II Southwest Weslaco'' from the pre-approved District's ''Pool'' of pre-qualified Professional Engineers as Approved by the Board of Directors on April 19, 2022, AI-85501. (Audio Reference 10m: 56s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6. C. 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6. C. 1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting Authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Service Agreement with Supreme Engineering, PLLC for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for the project of "2018 Bond Program - Phase II Southwest Weslaco'' from the pre-approved District's ''Pool'' of pre-qualified Professional Engineers as Approved by the Board of Directors on April 19, 2022, AI-85501. (Audio Reference 10m: 56s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6. C. 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
D.
AI -88919
1. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-014-03-26), with B2Z Engineering, LLC , for the project: "Monte Cristo Rd. & Conway Rd. -2018 Bond Referendum Project #27", to reflect a revised Exhibit "D"-Work Schedule, with an extended termination date of May 12, 2024 (subject to Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 11m: 19s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6. D. 1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to Work Authorization No. 1 of the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-014-03-26), with B2Z Engineering, LLC , for the project: "Monte Cristo Rd. & Conway Rd. -2018 Bond Referendum Project #27", to reflect a revised Exhibit "D"-Work Schedule, with an extended period of service to end on May 12, 2024 (subject Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 11m: 45s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6. D. 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6. D. 1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to Work Authorization No. 1 of the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-014-03-26), with B2Z Engineering, LLC , for the project: "Monte Cristo Rd. & Conway Rd. -2018 Bond Referendum Project #27", to reflect a revised Exhibit "D"-Work Schedule, with an extended period of service to end on May 12, 2024 (subject Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 11m: 45s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6. D. 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI -88925
1. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-010-03-26), with B2Z Engineering, LLC, for the project: "Mission-McAllen Rado Alternate -2018 Bond Referendum Project #25", to reflect a revised ''Exhibit D"-Work Schedule, with an extended termination date of May 31, 2023, (subject to Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 12m: 09s)
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. E. 1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to Work Authorization No. 1 of the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-010-03-26), with B2Z Engineering, LLC, for the project: "Mission-McAllen Rado Alternate -2018 Bond Referendum Project #25" to reflect a revised ''Exhibit D'' -Work Schedule for period of service to end on May 31, 2023, (subject Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 12m: 34s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6. E. 2.
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 6. E. 1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to Work Authorization No. 1 of the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-010-03-26), with B2Z Engineering, LLC, for the project: "Mission-McAllen Rado Alternate -2018 Bond Referendum Project #25" to reflect a revised ''Exhibit D'' -Work Schedule for period of service to end on May 31, 2023, (subject Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 12m: 34s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6. E. 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
AI -88940
1. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-005-04-09), with Melden & Hunt, Inc., for the project: "East Mercedes -2018 Bond Referendum Project #10-A", to reflect a Revised Exhibit "D"-Work Schedule, with an extended termination date of November 30, 2024. (subject to Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 12m: 59s)
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. F 1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to Work Authorization No. 1 of the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-005-04-09), with Melden & Hunt, Inc., for the project: "East Mercedes -2018 Bond Referendum Project #10-A", to reflect a revised period of service to end on November 30, 2024. (subject Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 13m: 23s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6. F. 2.
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 6. F 1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to Work Authorization No. 1 of the Professional Engineering Services Contract (C-HCDD1-19-005-04-09), with Melden & Hunt, Inc., for the project: "East Mercedes -2018 Bond Referendum Project #10-A", to reflect a revised period of service to end on November 30, 2024. (subject Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 13m: 23s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6. F. 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
G.
AI -88930
Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 3 in the amount of $34,980.70, as submitted by L&G Consulting Engineering Inc., through Contract No. C-HCDD1-19-034-03-26 to provide Engineering Services for Feasibility Study for "Mid Valley Airport-2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 19''. Subject to legal review. (Audio Reference 13m: 44s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6. G.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6. G.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
H.
AI -88907
Requesting approval of Change Order No. 1 with Mor-Wil, LLC (C-HCDD1-22-024-07-26) to reflect an increase amount of $205,245.91 with an additional forty-five (45) Days for the project of, "J-08 Drain Improvement-2018 Bond Referendum Project #26," and as recommended by Project Engineer, Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc.(subject to HB 1295 compliance) (Audio Reference 14m: 07s)
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. H.
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 6. H.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
I.
AI -88920
Highway 281 & FM 88 - Budget 514
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $29,304.00 from Go Underground pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-019-004-20 Highway 281 & FM 88. Project Engineer: Cruz-Hogan PO#646340 (Audio Reference 14m: 43s)
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. I. 1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Mission McAllen Rado Phase II - Budget 525
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $315,123.40 from Texas Cordia Construction, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-003-02-22 Mission McAllen Rado Phase II. Project Engineer B2Z Engineering PO#645638 (Audio Reference 15m: 25s)
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. I. 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Sunflower Drain - Budget 536
3. Approval of Certificate of Substantial Completion Sunflower Drain
4. Approval of Certificate of Construction Completion Sunflower Drain
5. Approval of Application for Payment No. 9 Retainage in the amount of $123,080.14 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: 45s)
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. I. 3., 6. I. 4., 6. I. 5.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $29,304.00 from Go Underground pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-019-004-20 Highway 281 & FM 88. Project Engineer: Cruz-Hogan PO#646340 (Audio Reference 14m: 43s)
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. I. 1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Mission McAllen Rado Phase II - Budget 525
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $315,123.40 from Texas Cordia Construction, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-003-02-22 Mission McAllen Rado Phase II. Project Engineer B2Z Engineering PO#645638 (Audio Reference 15m: 25s)
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. I. 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Sunflower Drain - Budget 536
3. Approval of Certificate of Substantial Completion Sunflower Drain
4. Approval of Certificate of Construction Completion Sunflower Drain
5. Approval of Application for Payment No. 9 Retainage in the amount of $123,080.14 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: 45s)
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. I. 3., 6. I. 4., 6. I. 5.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
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2012 Bond Referendum - 2013 Bond Series:
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AI -88922
Alamo Expressway Drain - Budget 320
Approval of Application for Payment No. 8 in the amount of $109,109.16 from Clore Equipment, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. C-HCDD1-22-001-03-08 Alamo Expressway Drain. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr. PE. PO645596 (Audio Reference 17m: 13s)
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 7. A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of Application for Payment No. 8 in the amount of $109,109.16 from Clore Equipment, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. C-HCDD1-22-001-03-08 Alamo Expressway Drain. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr. PE. PO645596 (Audio Reference 17m: 13s)
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 7. A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
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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: 30s)
The Board proceeded into closed session with a vote of approval at 9:49 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, 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 17m: 30s)
The Board proceeded into closed session with a vote of approval at 9:49 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, 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)
Refrence agenda item 9. A.
Refrence agenda item 9. A.
B.
Personnel Matters (Tex. Gov't. Code 551.074)
Reference Agenda item 9. B.
Reference Agenda item 9. 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 8. 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 8. C, as it was a closed session item.
9.
Open Session: (Audio Reference 19m: 15s)
The Board returned from closes session at 10:02 A.M., and proceeded to the open session Items.
The Board returned from closes session at 10:02 A.M., and proceeded to the open session Items.
A.
Possible Action of Real Estate Acquisition (Audio Reference 19m: 23s)
Legak Counsel, Ivan Perez, recommended a motion to authorize Mr. Sesin and his staff to proceed as discussed in the closed session.
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 9. A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Legak Counsel, Ivan Perez, recommended a motion to authorize Mr. Sesin and his staff to proceed as discussed in the closed session.
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 9. A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B.
Possible Action on Pending and/or Potential Litigation
No action was taken on agenda item 9. B.
No action was taken on agenda item 9. B.
10.
Adjourn (Audio Reference 19m: 36s)
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 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 10:02 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval 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 20th 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 20, 2022.
Signed this 20th 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 20th 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 20, 2022.
Signed this 20th 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