REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 28, 2023
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 28th day of November A.D., 2023, there was begun and held a REGULAR MEETING of the Honorable Board of Directors of Hidalgo County, Texas, wherein the following members thereof were present, to-wit:
| HONORABLE 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 NOVEMBER 28, 2023 1:30 P.M. |
NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a REGULAR MEETING of the Board of Directors will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom of the Administration Building, 100 E. Cano, 1st floor, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:
In accordance with Section 551.127, NOTICE is hereby given that a physical quorum, including the presiding officer/member, will be present at the specified meeting location. Some members of the governing body and/or government officials may participate via videoconference.
Members of the public are encouraged to watch the meetings online, at: www.hidalgocounty.us/HClive
1.
Roll Call (Audio Reference 00m:43s)
Judge Richard F. Cortez called meeting to order at 1:31 P.M.
All members of the Board were present during the roll call.
Judge Richard F. Cortez called meeting to order at 1:31 P.M.
All members of the Board were present during the roll call.
2.
Prayer (Audio Reference 01m:02s)
General Manager of the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, Raul Sesin, offered the prayer.
General Manager of the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, Raul Sesin, offered the prayer.
3.
Open Forum (Audio Reference 03m:04s)
There were no public participants for Open Forum.
There were no public participants for Open Forum.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda (Audio Reference 03m:07s)
The Board proceeded with a vote of approval for the Drainage District - Consent Agenda.
See Drainage District - Consent Agenda for the action taken.
The Board proceeded with a vote of approval for the Drainage District - Consent Agenda.
See Drainage District - Consent Agenda for the action taken.
5.
General Operations:
A.
AI -93386
Discussion and possible action to accept donation of pipe material for Y Drain Project subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 03m:21s)
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.A., subject to final legal review.
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.A., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
B.
AI -93302
1. Requesting approval to exercise the District's sole option to renew/extend the Engagement Agreement for one (1) year, under the same, rates, terms, and conditions as stated in the contract number C-HCDD1-21-055-12-14, for legal services for condemnation and other related matters, with Caso Law Firm, PLLC, effective December 14, 2023.
2. Requesting approval to exercise the District's sole option to renew/extend the Engagement Agreement for one (1) year, under the same, rates, terms, and conditions as stated in the contract number C-HCDD1-21-056-12-14, for legal services for condemnation and other related matters, with Ricardo Perez Law Firm, PLLC, effective December 14, 2023. (Audio Reference 04m: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 items 5.B.1., and 5.B.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting approval to exercise the District's sole option to renew/extend the Engagement Agreement for one (1) year, under the same, rates, terms, and conditions as stated in the contract number C-HCDD1-21-056-12-14, for legal services for condemnation and other related matters, with Ricardo Perez Law Firm, PLLC, effective December 14, 2023. (Audio Reference 04m: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 items 5.B.1., and 5.B.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI -93314
Approval to exercise the District's sole option to renew/extend the contracts for "Lubricants, Anti-freeze and Related Items" with multiple vendors, for an additional one (1) year, under the same, rates, terms, and conditions as stated in contract numbers below with extension date effective November 29, 2023, through November 28, 2024. Subject to compliance with HB1295 (Audio Reference 05m:13s)
1. C-HCDD1-22-058A-11-29, Arguindegui Oil Co. LTD
2. C-HCDD1-22-058B-11-29 Oil Patch Fuel & Supply, CO.
3. C-HCDD1-22-058C-11-29, Texas Refinery Corp.
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., subject to to compliance with HB1295.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
1. C-HCDD1-22-058A-11-29, Arguindegui Oil Co. LTD
2. C-HCDD1-22-058B-11-29 Oil Patch Fuel & Supply, CO.
3. C-HCDD1-22-058C-11-29, Texas Refinery Corp.
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., subject to to compliance with HB1295.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
D.
AI -93360
Requesting approval to accept bid and approval to execute a Requirements Agreement to the lowest and most responsive bidder meeting specifications and/or requirements, Oil Patch Fuel and Supply for "Fuel-Gasoline and Diesel (On & Off Highway)", with RFB No.HCDD1-23-070-10-31-AG, (subject to final legal review). (Audio Reference 06m: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 5.D., subject to final legal review.
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., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
E.
AI -93365
Requesting approval of Change Order No. 1 for an increase in the amount of $108,912.10 and Sixty (60) additional construction calendar days, in connection with the project "Drainage Area Improvements for Y Drain Ph I, Tower Rd between Rogers & Monte Cristo & Curry Drain & Valverde Rd Crossings,'', Contract No. C-HCDD1-21-050-R-05-30, with Mor-Wil, LLC, as recommended by Project Engineer, Asst. District General Manager, Omar Anzaldua Jr., PE, CFM, PMP, CCM. (Audio Reference 06m:22s)
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.
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.E.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
6.
2018 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -93379
Requesting approval to enter into a Ratification of Reimbursement Agreement with Bentsen Lakes L.P., a Texas limited partnership, in the amount of $219,685.70 for cost incurred by HCDD1 in modifying its proposed drainage sytem through the Property from an open ditch to an underground system related to the 2018 Bond Referendum project Mission-McAllen Rado Alternate. (Audio Reference 06m:49s)
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 6.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
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 6.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -93354
Requesting approval of Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 6 Utility Crossing Application and Fee as it relates to 2018 Bond Project No. 3 - 4 -1/2 Mile Rd. & Doffing Rd. Drainage Improvements and approval for District General Manager to execute. (Pending final legal review) (Audio Reference 07m:13s)
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., subject to final legal review.
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 6.B., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI -93369
1.) Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 23-3 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, subject to final legal review.
2.) Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 23-17 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. (Audio Reference 07m:35s)
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 items 6.C.1., subject to final legal review and 6.C.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2.) Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 23-17 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. (Audio Reference 07m:35s)
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 items 6.C.1., subject to final legal review and 6.C.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI -93378
Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 23-6 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, subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 08m:05s)
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., subject to final legal review.
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 6.D., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI -93387
Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 7 to provide Construction Materials Testing Services (CMT) in the total amount of $52,955.45 as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC, for "Southwest Weslaco -2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 35 -USIBWC Structure 97L (Tierra Santa Golf Course)'', Contract No. C-HCDD1-23-036-07-25. (Audio Reference 08m:21s)
Commissioner David Fuentes stated that he will be abstaining from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 6.E.
The remaining of the Board proceeded with a vote of approval for Agenda Item 6.E.
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.E.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Commissioner David Fuentes stated that he will be abstaining from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 6.E.
The remaining of the Board proceeded with a vote of approval for Agenda Item 6.E.
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.E.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
F.
AI -93382
Faysville Drain - Budget 511
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $173,973.64 from RDH Site and Concrete, LLC pertaining to construction contract No. C-HCDD1-21-047-11-30. Project Engineer: KCI, PO#645349
Highway 281 & FM 88 - Budget 514
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 10 in the amount of $70,740.00 from GO Underground, LLC pertaining to construction contract No. C-HCDD1-22-019-07-12. Project Engineer: Cruz Hogan, PO#646340
Mile 10 N & Baseline - Budget 520
3. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from H2O Construction Services, Inc. pertaining to construction contract C-HCDD1-22-065-03-07. Project Engineer: Quintanilla Headley, PO#647700
4. Approval of Application for Payment Retainage in the amount of $48,656.00 and $58.18 in interest from H2O Construction Services, Inc. pertaining to construction contract No. C-HCDD1-22-065-03-07. Project Engineer: Quintanilla Headley, PO#647700
5. Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $70,872.52 from RBM Contractors, LLC pertaining to construction contract No. C-HCDD1-23-014-04-26. Project Engineer: Quintanilla Headley, PO#648064
Mile 9 N & FM 1015 Pkg 1B - Budget 524
6. Approval of Application for Payment No. 6 in the amount of $662,767.76 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to construction contract No. C-HCDD1-21-054-12-08. Project Engineer: Halff & Associates, PO#645350 (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 items 6.F.1., through 6.F.6
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $173,973.64 from RDH Site and Concrete, LLC pertaining to construction contract No. C-HCDD1-21-047-11-30. Project Engineer: KCI, PO#645349
Highway 281 & FM 88 - Budget 514
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 10 in the amount of $70,740.00 from GO Underground, LLC pertaining to construction contract No. C-HCDD1-22-019-07-12. Project Engineer: Cruz Hogan, PO#646340
Mile 10 N & Baseline - Budget 520
3. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from H2O Construction Services, Inc. pertaining to construction contract C-HCDD1-22-065-03-07. Project Engineer: Quintanilla Headley, PO#647700
4. Approval of Application for Payment Retainage in the amount of $48,656.00 and $58.18 in interest from H2O Construction Services, Inc. pertaining to construction contract No. C-HCDD1-22-065-03-07. Project Engineer: Quintanilla Headley, PO#647700
5. Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $70,872.52 from RBM Contractors, LLC pertaining to construction contract No. C-HCDD1-23-014-04-26. Project Engineer: Quintanilla Headley, PO#648064
Mile 9 N & FM 1015 Pkg 1B - Budget 524
6. Approval of Application for Payment No. 6 in the amount of $662,767.76 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to construction contract No. C-HCDD1-21-054-12-08. Project Engineer: Halff & Associates, PO#645350 (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 items 6.F.1., through 6.F.6
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
7.
2023 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -93278
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. (Audio Reference 10m:12s)
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 7.A.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with Javier Hinojosa Engineering from the District Pre-approved “Pool of Pre-qualified Professional Engineers" as approved by the Board of Directors on March 07, 2023 (AI 89829) for the "West Main Drain III Extension Phase 5 – 2023 Bond Referendum Project No. 14." (Audio Reference 10m:25s)
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.2.
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 7.A.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with Javier Hinojosa Engineering from the District Pre-approved “Pool of Pre-qualified Professional Engineers" as approved by the Board of Directors on March 07, 2023 (AI 89829) for the "West Main Drain III Extension Phase 5 – 2023 Bond Referendum Project No. 14." (Audio Reference 10m:25s)
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.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
B.
AI -93377
1. Requesting approval of the final negotiated Professional Engineering Services Agreement with S2 Engineering, PLLC in connection with the "South Abram Lateral Drain - 2023 Bond Referendum Project No. 19", Contract No. C-HCDD1-23-074-11-14 as approved for negotiations on 11/14/23, AI 93222 (subject to final legal review). (Audio Reference 10m:44s)
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 7.B.1., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $89,850.48 as submitted by S2 Engineering, PLLC through Contract No. C-HCDD1-23-074-11-14 to provide Professional Engineering Services for "South Abram Lateral Drain - 2023 Bond Referendum Project No. 19" (subject to final legal review). (Audio Reference 11m:04s)
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 7.B.2., subject to final legal review.
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 7.B.1., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $89,850.48 as submitted by S2 Engineering, PLLC through Contract No. C-HCDD1-23-074-11-14 to provide Professional Engineering Services for "South Abram Lateral Drain - 2023 Bond Referendum Project No. 19" (subject to final legal review). (Audio Reference 11m:04s)
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 7.B.2., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
8.
Closed Session: (Audio Reference 11m:28s)
Board of Directors may go into Closed Session pursuant to Subchapter D of Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code to discuss the following:
The Board proceeded into closed session with a vote of approval at 1:42 P.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 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:
The Board proceeded into closed session with a vote of approval at 1:42 P.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 proceed into closed session.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
A.
Real Property (Tex. Gov't. Code 551.072)
Reference Agenda Item 9.A.
Reference 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 for 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 for Agenda Item 8.C., as it was a closed session item.
9.
Open Session: (Audio Reference 13m:40s)
The Board returned from closed session at approximately 1:57 P.M., and proceeded to agenda item 9.A.
The Board returned from closed session at approximately 1:57 P.M., and proceeded to agenda item 9.A.
A.
Possible Action of Real Estate Acquisition (Audio Reference 13m:50s)
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. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 9.A.
Vote: 5 - 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. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 9.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
B.
Possible Action on Pending and/or Potential Litigation
No action was taken for Agenda Item 9.B.
No action was taken for Agenda Item 9.B.
10.
Adjourn (Audio Reference 14m:05s)
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 1:57 P.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, 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 1:57 P.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, 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 28th day of November, 2023
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Daniela E. Garza, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners Court held on November 28, 2023.
Signed this 29th day of November 2023
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Daniela E. Garza, Deputy
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 28th day of November, 2023
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Daniela E. Garza, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners Court held on November 28, 2023.
Signed this 29th day of November 2023
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Daniela E. Garza, Deputy