SPECIAL MEETING - MAY 16, 2023
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 6th day of May A.D., 2023, 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 MAY 16, 2023 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 :22s)
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 Torres and Commissioner Cantu.
Commissioner Cantu joined the meeting during the prayer.
Commissioner Torres joined the meeting at a later time via video conference.
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 Torres and Commissioner Cantu.
Commissioner Cantu joined the meeting during the prayer.
Commissioner Torres joined the meeting at a later time via video conference.
2.
Prayer (Audio Reference :36s)
Commissioner Cantu joined the meeting.
General Manager of Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1, Raul Sesin, offered the prayer.
Commissioner Cantu joined the meeting.
General Manager of Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1, Raul Sesin, offered the prayer.
3.
Open Forum (Audio Reference 02m:59s)
There were no participants for open forum.
There were no participants for open forum.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda (Audio Reference 03m:06s)
The Court proceeded to the approval of the Consent Agenda.
See the Drainage District - Consent Agenda for the action taken.
After the approval of the Consent Agenda, the Board proceeded to agenda item 5.B. (Audio Reference 04m:33s)
The Court proceeded to the approval of the Consent Agenda.
See the Drainage District - Consent Agenda for the action taken.
After the approval of the Consent Agenda, the Board proceeded to agenda item 5.B. (Audio Reference 04m:33s)
5.
General Operations:
A.
AI -90801
Election Administration - Raul E. Sesin, P.E., C.F.M
A. Consideration and approval of an order canvassing returns and declaring results of bond election. (Audio Reference 06m:13s)
Raul Sesin presented the election results of the recent bond election to the Board.
See attachments for results.
The Board proceeded with a vote of approval to accept the results.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
The Board proceeded to agenda item 5.D (Audio Reference 07m:41s)
A. Consideration and approval of an order canvassing returns and declaring results of bond election. (Audio Reference 06m:13s)
Raul Sesin presented the election results of the recent bond election to the Board.
See attachments for results.
The Board proceeded with a vote of approval to accept the results.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
The Board proceeded to agenda item 5.D (Audio Reference 07m:41s)
Attachments:
B.
AI -90890
Possible action to approve a contract for election services with the Hidalgo County Elections Department through Hidalgo County, subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 04m:33s)
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.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
C.
AI -90889
Discussion and update on HCDD1 2023 Hurricane Preparedness day. (Audio Reference 04m:52s)
Raul Sesin informed the Board of an upcoming event in an effort to train staff on May 19, 2023 in preparation of the approaching hurricane season.
No action was taken on agenda item 5.C.
The Board proceeded to agenda item 5.A. (Audio Reference 06m:13s)
Raul Sesin informed the Board of an upcoming event in an effort to train staff on May 19, 2023 in preparation of the approaching hurricane season.
No action was taken on agenda item 5.C.
The Board proceeded to agenda item 5.A. (Audio Reference 06m:13s)
D.
AI -90892
Requesting approval to assign 24 hour possession of District vehicles to District Maintenance & Operations Director and Supervisors during the 2023 Hurricane Season. (Audio Reference 07m:41s)
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: 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.D.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
E.
AI -90854
Requesting approval to accept an updated Lease Agreement with Carson Map Company, Inc., as it relates to the online database and research of plats and plat books, with an automatic annual renewal, including the authority of the General Manager or his designee to execute the agreement. (Subject to compliance with HB1295) (Audio Reference 07m:58s)
Commissioner Torres joined the meeting via video conference.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.E.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Commissioner Torres joined the meeting via video conference.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.E.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
AI -90883
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of the RFB packet (i.e., legal notice, specifications, draft contract etc.) for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, for Sale and Removal of Fill Dirt for approximate 500,000 cubic yards for ''Mission Inlet Drainage Improvements Project (Section C & F -Balboa Estates Area Drainage Improvements)'', RFB No. HCDD1-23-029-06-07-ESZ ; including the re-advertisement of project in the event bids are rejected, or no bids are received & project is still required. (Audio Reference 08m:17s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.F.
Vote: 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 5.F.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
G.
AI -90876
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Chapter 262.024 (7d) (11) an item that can be obtained from only one source, including captive replacement parts or components for equipment and vehicle repairs. (Audio Reference 08m:54s)
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.G.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
2. Approval of "Sole Source Declaration" for Xylem Dewatering Solutions Inc., for the purchase of Preventative Maintenance Services on Godwin Equipment for one year in the total amount of $22,350.00, and thereafter, annually for as long as HCDD1 possess the equipment with Sole Source declaration to remain in effect unless otherwise revoked by the HCDD1 Board of Directors. (Audio Reference 09m:10s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.G.2.
Vote: 5 - 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.G.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
2. Approval of "Sole Source Declaration" for Xylem Dewatering Solutions Inc., for the purchase of Preventative Maintenance Services on Godwin Equipment for one year in the total amount of $22,350.00, and thereafter, annually for as long as HCDD1 possess the equipment with Sole Source declaration to remain in effect unless otherwise revoked by the HCDD1 Board of Directors. (Audio Reference 09m:10s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.G.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
H.
AI -90886
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) a professional service; (Audio Reference 09m:33s)
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.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC. for the "West Main Drain Drainage Improvement Project - Inspiration to SH 107 & Western Limits of Conway". (Audio Reference 09m:43s)
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.H.2.
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.H.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC. for the "West Main Drain Drainage Improvement Project - Inspiration to SH 107 & Western Limits of Conway". (Audio Reference 09m:43s)
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.H.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
I.
AI -90771
1. Requesting acceptance and approval of the final negotiated Professional Engineering Services Agreement (C-HCDD1-23-025-05-16) with B2Z Engineering, LLC. in connection to the "North Main Drain Expansion (Canton to 17 1/2), TDEM Project" as approved for negotiations on 08/18/2022, AI-87052 (subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 09m:59s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.I.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Pursuant to the approval of the Professional Engineering Services Agreement (C-HCDD1-23-025-05-16) with B2Z Engineering, LLC., requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $116,251.10 to provide Project Management & Construction Material Testing Services for the "North Main Drain Expansion (Canton to 17 1/2), TDEM Project". (Audio Reference 10m:42s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.I.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.I.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Pursuant to the approval of the Professional Engineering Services Agreement (C-HCDD1-23-025-05-16) with B2Z Engineering, LLC., requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $116,251.10 to provide Project Management & Construction Material Testing Services for the "North Main Drain Expansion (Canton to 17 1/2), TDEM Project". (Audio Reference 10m:42s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.I.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
J.
AI -90895
Requesting approval of the Supplemental Agreement No. 6 to the Professional Engineering Service Contract with Halff Associates, Inc., (C-HCDD1-21-003-05-18), in relation to the ''Region 15 Lower Rio Grande Regional Flood Planning Group (RFPG)", to amend the service period (Article 3 -Period of Service) to December 31, 2023, (Subject to final legal review and compliance with HB-1295). (Audio Reference 11m:05s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.J.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.J.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
6.
2018 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -90880
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of the RFB packet (i.e., legal notice, specifications, draft contract etc.) for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, for "Jackson Rd. Drain Phase II -2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 16'', RFB No. HCDD1-23-026-05-16 ESZ, including the re-advertisement of project in the event bids are rejected, or no bids are received & project is still required. (Audio Reference 11m:29s)
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
B.
AI -90893
1. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 4 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 October 1, 2023, (subject to Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 12m:04s)
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: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 4 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 termination date of October 1, 2023, (subject Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 12m:26s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.B.2.
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.B.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 4 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 termination date of October 1, 2023, (subject Legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 12m:26s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.B.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI -90864
Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 34-6 as it relates to Project 34 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - South Lateral Drain Project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 12m:48s)
Reference agenda item 6.D.4 for the action taken for agenda item 6.C.
Reference agenda item 6.D.4 for the action taken for agenda item 6.C.
Attachments:
D.
AI -90894
1. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 23-12 as it relates to Project 23 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Mile 11 N & Texas Blvd Project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, pending final legal review.
2. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 23-30 as it relates to Project 23 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Mile 11 N & Texas Blvd Project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, pending final legal review.
3. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 23-31 as it relates to Project 23 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Mile 11 N & Texas Blvd Project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, pending final legal review.
4. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 23-56 as it relates to Project 23 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Mile 11 N & Texas Blvd Project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, pending final legal review. (Audio Reference 12m:48s)
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 items 6.C and 6.D.1 through 6.D.4.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 23-30 as it relates to Project 23 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Mile 11 N & Texas Blvd Project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, pending final legal review.
3. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 23-31 as it relates to Project 23 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Mile 11 N & Texas Blvd Project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, pending final legal review.
4. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 23-56 as it relates to Project 23 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Mile 11 N & Texas Blvd Project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, pending final legal review. (Audio Reference 12m:48s)
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 items 6.C and 6.D.1 through 6.D.4.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
E.
AI -90879
East Mercedes - Budget 510
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $320,167.89 from RBM Contractors pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-051-01-17 East Mercedes. Project Engineer: HCDD1 Yvette Barrera, PE, CFM PO#647299
Mission McAllen Rado Phase I - Budget 525
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 9 in the amount of $112,606.02 from Gonzalez Engineering pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-21-023-07-27 Mission McAllen Rado Phase I. Project Engineer: B2Z Engineering PO#642887
Mission McAllen Rado Phase II - Budget 525
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $17,374.50 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
4. Approval of Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $56,801.45 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
Mission Lateral Budget - 526
5. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from Saenz Brothers Construction, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-21-027-07-27 Mission Lateral Phase III. Project Engineer: L&G Engineering
6. Approval of Application for Payment No. Retainage & Interest in the amount $267,563.44 from Saenz Brothers Construction pertaining to construction contract C-HCDD1-21-027-07-27
South I Rd Detention (West Side) - Budget 533
7. Approval of Application for Payment No. 5 in the amount of $74,875.75 from IOC Company pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-028-07-12 South I Rd Detention (West Side). Project Engineer: B2Z Engineer PO#646281
South Lateral Drain Structure - Budget 534
8. Approval of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $75,570.30 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-033-07-12 South Lateral Drain Structure. Project Engineer: HCDD1 Yvette Barrera, PE, CFM PO#646381 (Audio Reference 14m:05s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 8.E.1 through 8.E.8.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $320,167.89 from RBM Contractors pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-051-01-17 East Mercedes. Project Engineer: HCDD1 Yvette Barrera, PE, CFM PO#647299
Mission McAllen Rado Phase I - Budget 525
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 9 in the amount of $112,606.02 from Gonzalez Engineering pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-21-023-07-27 Mission McAllen Rado Phase I. Project Engineer: B2Z Engineering PO#642887
Mission McAllen Rado Phase II - Budget 525
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $17,374.50 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
4. Approval of Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $56,801.45 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
Mission Lateral Budget - 526
5. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from Saenz Brothers Construction, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-21-027-07-27 Mission Lateral Phase III. Project Engineer: L&G Engineering
6. Approval of Application for Payment No. Retainage & Interest in the amount $267,563.44 from Saenz Brothers Construction pertaining to construction contract C-HCDD1-21-027-07-27
South I Rd Detention (West Side) - Budget 533
7. Approval of Application for Payment No. 5 in the amount of $74,875.75 from IOC Company pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-028-07-12 South I Rd Detention (West Side). Project Engineer: B2Z Engineer PO#646281
South Lateral Drain Structure - Budget 534
8. Approval of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $75,570.30 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-033-07-12 South Lateral Drain Structure. Project Engineer: HCDD1 Yvette Barrera, PE, CFM PO#646381 (Audio Reference 14m:05s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 8.E.1 through 8.E.8.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
AI -90799
South Lateral Drain - Budget 534
Requesting approval to issue payments on award to three (3) special commissioners in the amount of $2,500 each pertaining to condemnation proceedings for Cause No, CCD-0703-I Parcel #E1 -Violeta Perez (Audio Reference 16m:06s)
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 6.F.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Requesting approval to issue payments on award to three (3) special commissioners in the amount of $2,500 each pertaining to condemnation proceedings for Cause No, CCD-0703-I Parcel #E1 -Violeta Perez (Audio Reference 16m:06s)
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 6.F.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
7.
2012 Bond Referendum - 2013 Bond Series:
A.
AI -90882
Reconstruction Main Floodwater Channel Weir 4 - Budget 375
Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $140,071.42 from Clore Equipment, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. C-HCDD1-22-030-07-12 Reconstruction Main Flood Water Channel Weir 4. Project Engineer: International Consulting Engineers PO#646926 (Audio Reference 16m:28s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 7.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $140,071.42 from Clore Equipment, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. C-HCDD1-22-030-07-12 Reconstruction Main Flood Water Channel Weir 4. Project Engineer: International Consulting Engineers PO#646926 (Audio Reference 16m:28s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 7.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
8.
Right of Way Acquisitions:
A.
AI -90752
Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 7 as it relates to the SH 107 outfall Project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, pending final legal review. (Audio Reference 16m: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 8.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 8.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
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 17m:03s)
The Board proceeded into closed session with a vote of approval at 9:48 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, 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:03s)
The Board proceeded into closed session with a vote of approval at 9:48 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, 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 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.
10.
Open Session: (Audio Reference 17m:58s)
The Board returned from closed session at 9:59 A.M., and proceeded with action for agenda items 10.A and 10.B.
The Board returned from closed session at 9:59 A.M., and proceeded with action for agenda items 10.A and 10.B.
A.
Possible Action of Real Estate Acquisition
Reference agenda item 10.B for the action taken for agenda item 10.A.
Reference agenda item 10.B for the action taken for agenda item 10.A.
B.
Possible Action on Pending and/or Potential Litigation (Audio Reference 17m:58s)
Legal Counsel, Ivan Perez, recommended a motion to authorize Raul Sesin and legal counsel 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 items 10.A and 10.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Legal Counsel, Ivan Perez, recommended a motion to authorize Raul Sesin and legal counsel 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 items 10.A and 10.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
11.
Adjourn (Audio Reference 18m:13s)
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 10:00 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: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 10:00 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: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
There being no further business to come before said
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 16th day of May 2023
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 May 16, 2023.
Signed this 17th day of May 2023
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 16th day of May 2023
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 May 16, 2023.
Signed this 17th day of May 2023
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Carolyn Thornton, Deputy