SPECIAL MEETING - FEBRUARY 20, 2024
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 20th day of February A.D., 2024, 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 EVERARDO "EVER" VILLARREAL HONORABLE ELLIE TORRES |
HIDALGO COUNTY JUDGE COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 1 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 FEBRUARY 20, 2024 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:
1.
Roll Call (Audio Reference 00m:02s)
Judge Richard F. Cortez called the meeting to order at 9:33 A.M.
All members of the Board were present during the roll call, except Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu.
Judge Richard F. Cortez called the meeting to order at 9:33 A.M.
All members of the Board were present during the roll call, except Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu.
2.
Prayer (Audio Reference 00m:21s)
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 02m:24s)
There were no public participants for Open Forum.
There were no public participants for Open Forum.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda (Audio Reference 02m:30s)
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 -94349
Requesting approval to submit an application to the Texas Water Development Board for Second Planning Cycle Regional Flood Plain - Region 15, and approval for General Manager or designee to execute the application and all subsequent forms. (Audio Reference 02m:50s)
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.A.
Vote: 4 - 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.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B.
AI -94344
Requesting approval of Memorandum of Understanding by and between Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1, Hidalgo County Urban County Program and the City of La Villa as it relates to the East Lateral Northern Weir Project - 2019 - CDBG - DR - Infrastructure Competition. (Audio Reference 03m: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 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
Attachments:
C.
AI -94345
1. Requesting approval to submit a joint request with Hidalgo County for FY25 Community Project Funding (CFP) for West Main Drain Expansion Project. (Subject to final legal review)(Audio Reference 03m:45s)
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.C.1., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of Resolution in support of Joint Request by Hidalgo County and Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 for FY25 Community Project Funding (CPF) for the West Main Drain Expansion Project. (Subject to final legal review) (Audio Reference 04m:02s)
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.C.2., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 4 - 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.C.1., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of Resolution in support of Joint Request by Hidalgo County and Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 for FY25 Community Project Funding (CPF) for the West Main Drain Expansion Project. (Subject to final legal review) (Audio Reference 04m:02s)
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.C.2., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI -94276
1. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors) of the graded and evaluated firms submitting responses to the RFP No. HCDD1-23-076-01-24-ESZ "HCDD1 Complex -M&O Training Facility."
(Audio Reference 04m: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.D.1., as ranked.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Construction Contract with the number one ranked firm of: NM CONTRACTING, LLC., for construction services for the "HCDD1 Complex -M&O Training Facility." (Audio Reference 05m:46s)
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.D.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
| FIRM NAME | SCORE | RANK |
| NM CONTRACTING, LLC | 99.33 | |
| ECON ENRIQUEZ CONSTRUCTION, LLC | 88.91 | |
| RG ENTERPRISES, LLC | 86.80 | |
| TRIGEN CONSTRUCTION, LLC | 83.63 | |
| CELSO GONZALEZ CONSTRUCTION | 80.35 | |
| HOLCHEMONT, LTP | 73.47 |
(Audio Reference 04m: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.D.1., as ranked.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate a Construction Contract with the number one ranked firm of: NM CONTRACTING, LLC., for construction services for the "HCDD1 Complex -M&O Training Facility." (Audio Reference 05m:46s)
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.D.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI -94320
1. Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Engineering Services Agreement with R.R.P. Consulting Engineers, LLC, as it relates to the project: “Raymondville Drain Outfall System”. Action taken by and through the HCDD1 Board of Directors authorizing a Novation Agreement through Agenda Item # 92181 (8/22/23). Subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 06m:05s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda items 5.E.1., through 5.E.3.
The remaining members of the Board proceeded with a vote of approval for Agenda Items 5.E.1., 5.E.2., and 5.E.3.
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.E.1., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Pursuant to the Board's Approval of the Professional Engineering Services Agreement with R.R.P. Consulting Engineers, LLC, requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $139,583.00, to provide Professional Engineering Services for “Raymondville Drain Outfall System”, subject to final legal review (Contract # C-HCDD1-24-012-02-20). (Audio Reference 06m:53s)
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.E.2., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 2 in the amount of $1,721,005.26, to provide ASA Feasibility Study for “Raymondville Drain Outfall System”, subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 07m:20s)
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.E.3., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda items 5.E.1., through 5.E.3.
The remaining members of the Board proceeded with a vote of approval for Agenda Items 5.E.1., 5.E.2., and 5.E.3.
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.E.1., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Pursuant to the Board's Approval of the Professional Engineering Services Agreement with R.R.P. Consulting Engineers, LLC, requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $139,583.00, to provide Professional Engineering Services for “Raymondville Drain Outfall System”, subject to final legal review (Contract # C-HCDD1-24-012-02-20). (Audio Reference 06m:53s)
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.E.2., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 2 in the amount of $1,721,005.26, to provide ASA Feasibility Study for “Raymondville Drain Outfall System”, subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 07m:20s)
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.E.3., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
AI -94348
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. (Audio Reference 08m: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 item 5.F.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement, with Halff Associates 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) as it relates to the update of the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Hazard Mitigation Action Plan. (Audio Reference 08m:47s)
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.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.F.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement, with Halff Associates 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) as it relates to the update of the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Hazard Mitigation Action Plan. (Audio Reference 08m:47s)
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.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
G.
AI -94322
Requesting authority to advertise and the approval of the Request for Proposal (RFP) packet to establish a ''Pre-qualified Pool for Title Company Services" for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 projects on an ''As needed Basis''. (RFP No. HCDD1-24-004-03-13-MDB). (Audio Reference 09m:08s)
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.G.
Vote: 4 - 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.G.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
H.
AI -94237
Requesting authority to advertise and the approval of the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) packet (including qualifications, requirements, and scope of services) to establish a ''Pre-qualified Pool of Professional Services'' for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 on an ''As Needed Basis'': (Audio Reference 09m:28s)
1. Professional Engineering Services -RFQ No. HCDD1-24-001-03-13-JS
2. Professional Surveying Services -RFQ No. HCDD1-24-002-03-13-ESZ
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 5.H.1., and 5.H.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Professional Engineering Services -RFQ No. HCDD1-24-001-03-13-JS
2. Professional Surveying Services -RFQ No. HCDD1-24-002-03-13-ESZ
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 5.H.1., and 5.H.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
6.
2018 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -94292
Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 23-1 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 09m:59s)
Reference Agenda Item 6.D.4., for action taken.
Reference Agenda Item 6.D.4., for action taken.
Attachments:
B.
AI -94314
Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 9 to provide Construction Materials Testing Services (CMT) in the total amount of $19,695.81 as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC, for "4 1/2 Mile Rd & N. Doffing Rd -2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 3'', Contract No. C-HCDD1-23-036-07-25. (Audio Reference 10m:15s)
Reference Agenda Item 6.D.4., for action taken.
Reference Agenda Item 6.D.4., for action taken.
Attachments:
C.
AI -94309
1. Requesting approval to accept bids and award a Construction Contract to the lowest and most responsive bidder, Mor-Wil, LLC, in the amount of $962,884.10 for the project ''4 Mile Rd & Minnesota Rd Drainage Improvements -2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 4'', RFB No. HCDD1-23-049-08-22-ESZ as recommended by Project Engineer, Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC. (subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295).
2. Pursuant to TXLGC 262.031 (b), requesting authority/approval for Drainage District General Manager, Raul E. Sesin, P.E., CFM, to execute change orders that involve an increase or decrease in cost of $50,000.00 or LESS and in no event to exceed the Change Order's statutory limits. The original contract price may not be decreased by 18 % or more without the consent of the contractor. (Audio Reference 10m:34s)
Reference Agenda Item 6.D.4., for action taken.
2. Pursuant to TXLGC 262.031 (b), requesting authority/approval for Drainage District General Manager, Raul E. Sesin, P.E., CFM, to execute change orders that involve an increase or decrease in cost of $50,000.00 or LESS and in no event to exceed the Change Order's statutory limits. The original contract price may not be decreased by 18 % or more without the consent of the contractor. (Audio Reference 10m:34s)
Reference Agenda Item 6.D.4., for action taken.
Attachments:
D.
AI -94336
East Mercedes - Budget 510
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 8 in the amount of $21,600.00 from RBM Contractors pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-051-01-17. Project Engineer HCDD1 Yvette Barrera, PE, CFM PO#647299
Mile 9 N. & FM 1015 Package 1B - Budget 524
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 7 in the amount of $96,734.89 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-21-054-12-08. Project Engineer Halff Associates PO#645350
Mission McAllen Rado Alternate - Budget 525
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 15 in the amount of $172,890.00 from Gonzalez Engineering pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-21-023-07-27. Project Engineer B2Z Engineering PO#642887
South I Rd - Budget 533
4. Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $74,338.20 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-060-11-29. Project Engineer B2Z Engineering PO#647343 (Audio Reference 11m:17s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 6.A., through 6.D.4., with subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295 on Agenda Item 6.C.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 8 in the amount of $21,600.00 from RBM Contractors pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-051-01-17. Project Engineer HCDD1 Yvette Barrera, PE, CFM PO#647299
Mile 9 N. & FM 1015 Package 1B - Budget 524
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 7 in the amount of $96,734.89 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-21-054-12-08. Project Engineer Halff Associates PO#645350
Mission McAllen Rado Alternate - Budget 525
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 15 in the amount of $172,890.00 from Gonzalez Engineering pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-21-023-07-27. Project Engineer B2Z Engineering PO#642887
South I Rd - Budget 533
4. Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $74,338.20 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-060-11-29. Project Engineer B2Z Engineering PO#647343 (Audio Reference 11m:17s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 6.A., through 6.D.4., with subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295 on Agenda Item 6.C.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
7.
2023 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -94352
1. Requesting approval of the final negotiated Professional Engineering Services Agreement with Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC in connection with the “PD Lateral Drain Extension 5 – 2023 Bond Referendum Project No. 15”, Contract No. C-HCDD1-24-009-02-20 as approved for negotiations on 02/06/2023, AI 94173 (subject to final legal review).
(Audio Reference 12m:14s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 7.A.1., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $98,919.10, as submitted by Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC through Contract No. C-HCDD1-24-009-02-20 to provide Professional Engineering Services for “PD Lateral Drain Extension 5 – 2023 Bond Referendum Project No. 15” (subject to final legal review). (Audio Reference 12m:39s)
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 7.A.2., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
(Audio Reference 12m:14s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 7.A.1., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $98,919.10, as submitted by Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC through Contract No. C-HCDD1-24-009-02-20 to provide Professional Engineering Services for “PD Lateral Drain Extension 5 – 2023 Bond Referendum Project No. 15” (subject to final legal review). (Audio Reference 12m:39s)
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 7.A.2., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
8.
General Fund:
A.
AI -94324
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of Request for Qualifications (RFQ) packet (including qualifications, requirements, and scope of services) to establish a ''Pre-qualified Pool of Professional Real Estate Appraisal Services'', for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 projects for on an ''As Needed Basis''. (Audio Reference 13m:07s)
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 8.A.
Vote: 4 - 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 8.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
9.
TCEQ Raymondville Drain Project Phase 2:
A.
AI -94337
Raymondville Drain - Budget 010
1. Payment approval of Invoice No. 18-21-2023 RD in the amount of $207,259.79 from Hidalgo County Precinct 4 for Pay Periods 18 through 21, 2023.
2. Payment approval of Invoice No. 18-21-2023 RD in the amount of $76,045.81 from Hidalgo County Precinct 4 for Pay Period 22, 23, and 25, 2023. (Audio Reference 13m:24s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 9.A.1., and 9.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Payment approval of Invoice No. 18-21-2023 RD in the amount of $207,259.79 from Hidalgo County Precinct 4 for Pay Periods 18 through 21, 2023.
2. Payment approval of Invoice No. 18-21-2023 RD in the amount of $76,045.81 from Hidalgo County Precinct 4 for Pay Period 22, 23, and 25, 2023. (Audio Reference 13m:24s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 9.A.1., and 9.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
10.
Closed Session: (Audio Reference 13m:56s)
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 9:47 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to proceed into Closed Session.
Vote: 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:
The Board proceeded into closed session with a vote of approval at 9:47 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to proceed into Closed Session.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
A.
Real Property (Tex. Gov't Code 551.072)
Reference Agenda Item 11.A.
Reference Agenda Item 11.A.
B.
Personnel Matters (Tex. Gov't. Code 551.074)
Reference Agenda Item 11.B.
Reference Agenda Item 11.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) (Audio Reference 14m:36s)
Legal Counsel, Ivan Perez, recommended a motion to authorize Legal Council to proceed as discussed in closed session.
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 11.A.
Vote: 4- 0 – Unanimously
The Board proceeded to Agenda Item 12. (Audio Reference 14m:46s)
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) (Audio Reference 14m:36s)
Legal Counsel, Ivan Perez, recommended a motion to authorize Legal Council to proceed as discussed in closed session.
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 11.A.
Vote: 4- 0 – Unanimously
The Board proceeded to Agenda Item 12. (Audio Reference 14m:46s)
11.
Open Session: (Audio Reference 14m:26s)
The Board returned from closed session at approximately 10:01 A.M.
The Board proceeded to Agenda Item 10.C. (Audio Reference 14m:36s)
The Board returned from closed session at approximately 10:01 A.M.
The Board proceeded to Agenda Item 10.C. (Audio Reference 14m:36s)
A.
Possible Action of Real Estate Acquisition
No action was taken on Agenda item 11.A.
No action was taken on Agenda item 11.A.
B.
Possible Action on Pending and/or Potential Litigation
No action was taken on Agenda Item 11.B.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 11.B.
12.
Adjourn (Audio Reference 14m:47s)
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 10:01 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to adjourn the meeting.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 10:01 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to adjourn the meeting.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
There being no further business to come before said
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 20th day of February, 2024
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 February 20, 2024.
Signed this 20th day of February 2024
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 20th day of February, 2024
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 February 20, 2024.
Signed this 20th day of February 2024
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Daniela E. Garza, Deputy