SPECIAL MEETING - MARCH 5, 2024
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 5th day of March 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 EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU HONORABLE ELLIE TORRES |
HIDALGO COUNTY JUDGE COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 1 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 2 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 MARCH 5, 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:
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:08s)
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 and Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal.
Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal was absent from this meeting.
Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu joined the meeting at a later time.
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 and Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal.
Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal was absent from this meeting.
Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu joined the meeting at a later time.
2.
Prayer (Audio Reference 00m:25s)
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:53s)
There were no public participants for Open Forum.
There were no public participants for Open Forum.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda (Audio Reference 02m:58s)
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 -94480
Requesting approval of private bid submitted by the City of Alton for subject property in Cause No. T-087-09-A (Property ID 318408) in accordance with Texas Property Tax Code Sec. 34.05(i) and approval of resolution to execute the tax resale deed conveying the approved property. (Audio Reference 03m:15s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.A.
Vote: 3 - 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.A.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -94489
1. Requesting approval to complete and submit credit applications, to establish a District account with Celina Tent, Inc, for the acquisition of fabric tents, accessories and supplies and the authority for the District General Manager or his designee to sign the credit application. (Audio Reference 03m:45s)
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.B.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu joined the meeting at this time.
2. Requesting approval to complete and submit credit application, to establish a District account with Hydradyne LLC, for the acquisition of hydraulic parts and the repair of hydraulic pumps, motors, and cylinders and the authority for the District General Manager or his designee to sign the credit application. (Audio Reference 04m:03s)
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.B.2.
Vote: 4 - 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.B.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu joined the meeting at this time.
2. Requesting approval to complete and submit credit application, to establish a District account with Hydradyne LLC, for the acquisition of hydraulic parts and the repair of hydraulic pumps, motors, and cylinders and the authority for the District General Manager or his designee to sign the credit application. (Audio Reference 04m:03s)
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.B.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI -94471
1.) Requesting approval to purchase (1) CAT 120 14B Motor Grader and (1) CAT D5 Dozer through the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 membership/participation with Sourcewell Cooperative awarded vendor Holt CAT, Contract No. 011723-CAT in the total amount of $663,482.00. (Audio Reference 04m:27s)
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.C.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2.) Requesting approval to purchase (1) JD 644 G-Tier Wheel Loader through the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 membership/participation with Sourcewell Cooperative awarded vendor Doggett Heavy Machinery, Contract No. 011723-JDC in the total amount of $279,900.00.
(Audio Reference 04m:48s)
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.C.2.
Vote: 4 - 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.C.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2.) Requesting approval to purchase (1) JD 644 G-Tier Wheel Loader through the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 membership/participation with Sourcewell Cooperative awarded vendor Doggett Heavy Machinery, Contract No. 011723-JDC in the total amount of $279,900.00.
| Qty |
Vendor
|
Equipment
|
Model | Amount |
| 1 | Holt CAT | Motor Grader | 120 14B | $330.732.00 |
| 1 | Holt CAT | Dozer | D5 | $332,750.00 |
| 1 | Doggett | Wheel Loader | 644G | $279,900.00 |
(Audio Reference 04m:48s)
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.C.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
D.
AI -94474
Requesting approval for a United Irrigation District Permit as it relates to E-21-041 Glascock Road From Mile 4 Rd to Mile 5 Rd Storm Water Management Project and authority for the District General Manager to execute documents, subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 05m:12s)
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.D., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 4 - 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.D., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI -94493
Requesting approval to exercise the District's sole option to renew/extend the contract for “Concrete Mix and Related Items” with CEMEX, for a period of one (1) year, under the same, terms, and conditions with an approved 5% price increase as stated in the contract number C-HCDD1-22-059A-12-13 effective December 13, 2023, through December 12, 2024. (Audio Reference 05m:31s)
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.
Vote: 4 - 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.E.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
AI -94457
1. Requesting approval of the final negotiated Professional Engineering Services Agreement with Halff Associates, Inc., for the project “Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Hazard Mitigation Action Plan”, Contract No. C-HCDD1-24-013-03-05 as approved for negotiations on 02/20/2024, AI 94348 (subject to final legal review). (Audio Reference 05m:56s)
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., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $64,900.00, as submitted by Halff Associates, Inc. through Contract No. C-HCDD1-24-013-03-05 to provide Professional Engineering Services for “Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Hazard Mitigation Action Plan” (subject to final legal review). (Audio Reference 06m:22s)
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.F.2., subject to final legal review.
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., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $64,900.00, as submitted by Halff Associates, Inc. through Contract No. C-HCDD1-24-013-03-05 to provide Professional Engineering Services for “Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Hazard Mitigation Action Plan” (subject to final legal review). (Audio Reference 06m:22s)
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.F.2., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
G.
AI -94467
1. Requesting approval to accept RFP response and award the final negotiated Construction Contract to NM Contracting, LLC including Best and Final Offer, in the total amount of $2,938,037.09 for the project: "HCDD1 Complex -M&O Training Facility" (Contract No. C-HCDD1-23-076-03-05), as approved for negotiations by the Board of Directors on February 20, 2024 (Agenda Item No.94276). (Subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 06m:45s)
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.G.1., subject to final legal review and compliance with HB 1295.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Pursuant to TXLGC 262.031 and in the interest of expediting a project's progress, requesting authority/approval for Drainage District General Manager, Raul E. Sesin, P.E., CFM, to execute change orders that involve and increase or decrease in cost of $50,000 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 consent of the contractor. (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.G.2.
Vote: 4 - 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.G.1., subject to final legal review and compliance with HB 1295.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Pursuant to TXLGC 262.031 and in the interest of expediting a project's progress, requesting authority/approval for Drainage District General Manager, Raul E. Sesin, P.E., CFM, to execute change orders that involve and increase or decrease in cost of $50,000 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 consent of the contractor. (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.G.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
H.
AI -94461
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of the Request for Proposal (RFP) procurement packet (i.e., legal notice, requirements, scope of services, evaluation criteria etc.) for, "Archeological Surveying Services -Phase I Flood Control Project Segment 21 (FIF)," RFP No. HCDD1-24-015-03-27-ESZ, including the re-advertisement of the project in the event proposals are rejected, or no responses are received. (Audio Reference 07m:49s)
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.H.
Vote: 4 - 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.H.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
I.
AI -94484
Ditch W-01-00 Gate Structure - Budget 025
Approval of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $48,078.39 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-008-04-04 Ditch W-01-00 Gate Structure. Project Engineer: HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr., PE, CFM (Audio Reference 08m:15s)
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.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $48,078.39 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-008-04-04 Ditch W-01-00 Gate Structure. Project Engineer: HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr., PE, CFM (Audio Reference 08m:15s)
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.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
6.
2018 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -94478
1.) Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 15B-7 as it relates to Project 15B of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - J-08 Project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents.
2.) Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 15B-8 as it relates to Project 15B of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - J-08 Project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents. (Audio Reference 08m:35s)
Reference Agenda Item 6.D., for action taken.
2.) Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 15B-8 as it relates to Project 15B of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - J-08 Project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents. (Audio Reference 08m:35s)
Reference Agenda Item 6.D., for action taken.
Attachments:
B.
AI -94496
1. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 26-15 as it relates to Project 26 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Mission Lateral Project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents.
2. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 26-10 as it relates to Project 26 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Mission Lateral Project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents. (Audio Reference 08m:55s)
Reference Agenda Item 6.D., for action taken.
2. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 26-10 as it relates to Project 26 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Mission Lateral Project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents. (Audio Reference 08m:55s)
Reference Agenda Item 6.D., for action taken.
C.
AI -94487
Requesting approval of Change Order No.1, reflecting an increase in the amount of $187,346.40 and additional forty-five (45) calendar days for the project ''Southwest Weslaco -2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 35 '', Contract No. (C-HCDD1-23-056-11-14), with Mor-Wil, LLC, as recommended by Project Engineer, Omar Anzaldua Jr., PE, CFM, PMP, CCM, (HCDD1 Assistant District General Manager). (Audio Reference 09m:15s)
Reference Agenda Item 6.D., for action taken.
Reference Agenda Item 6.D., for action taken.
Attachments:
D.
AI -94491
Requesting approval of Change Order No.5, reflecting an increase in the amount of $332,416.00 and additional seventy-five (75) calendar days for the project ''Mission-McAllen Rado Alternate -2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 25 '', Contract No. (C-HCDD1-21-023-07-27), with Gonzalez Engineering & Management, LLC, as recommended by Project Engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC. (Audio Reference 09m:33s)
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 items 6.A.1., through 6.D.
Vote: 4 - 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 items 6.A.1., through 6.D.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI -94475
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. (Audio Reference 10m:06s)
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.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with Supreme Engineering, PLLC from the District's Pre-approved "Pool" of Pre-qualified Professional Engineers as approved by the Board of Directors on March 7, 2023 (AI 89829) for the "Mile 11 North & Texas Boulevard - 2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 23." (Audio Reference 10m:17s)
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 6.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 6.E.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with Supreme Engineering, PLLC from the District's Pre-approved "Pool" of Pre-qualified Professional Engineers as approved by the Board of Directors on March 7, 2023 (AI 89829) for the "Mile 11 North & Texas Boulevard - 2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 23." (Audio Reference 10m:17s)
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 6.E.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
F.
AI -94485
Rincon De Encinos Phase 3 - Budget 010
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 6 in the amount of $5,997.98 from McAllen Multi Service pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-033-08-08 Rincon de Encinos Phase 3. Project Engineer: HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr. PE., CFM. PO#648190
2. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion from McAllen Muli Service pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-033-08-08 Rincon de Encinos Phase 3. Project Engineer: HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr. PE., CFM. PO#648190
4 1/2 Mile & Doffing Rd- Budget 503
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $91,787.85 from The 5125 Company pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-048-09-26 4 1/2 Mile & Doffing Rd. Project Engineer: Jose E. Saenz. PO#648452
4. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from The 5125 Company pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-048-09-26 4 1/2 Mile & Doffing Rd. Project Engineer: Jose E. Saenz. PO#648452
5. Approval of Application for Payment No. Retainage in the amount of $66,600.40 and $41.43 in interest from The 5125 Company pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-048-09-26 4 1/2 Mile & Doffing Rd. Project Engineer: Jose E. Saenz. PO#648452
Mid Valley Airport - Budget 519
6. Approval of Application for Payment No. 7 in the amount of $80,372.36 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-020-05-31 Mid Valley Airport. Project Engineer: HCDD1 Yvette Barrera, PE, CFM PO#646596
Mile 10 N & Baseline - Budget 520
7. Approval of Application for Payment No. 6 in the amount of $120,396.73 from RBM Contractors pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-014-04-26-KMG Mile 10 N & Baseline. Project Engineer Quintanilla Headley PO#648064
Mission McAllen Rado Ph II - Budget 525
8. Approval and Acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from Texas Cordia Construction, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-003-02-22 Mission McAllen Rado Ph II. Project Engineer: B2Z Engineering PO#645638
9. Approval of Application for Payment No. Retainage in the amount of $231,095.30 and $3,079.39 interest from Texas Cordia Construction, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-003-02-22 Mission McAllen Rado Ph II. Project Engineer: B2Z Engineering PO#645638
South Lateral Drain Structure - Budget 534
10. Approval of Application for Payment No. 7 in the amount of $129,932.55 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-033-07-12 South Lateral Drain Structure. Project Engineer: HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr., PE, CFM PO#646381
(Audio Reference 10m:40s)
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 items 6.F.1., through 6.F.10.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 6 in the amount of $5,997.98 from McAllen Multi Service pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-033-08-08 Rincon de Encinos Phase 3. Project Engineer: HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr. PE., CFM. PO#648190
2. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion from McAllen Muli Service pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-033-08-08 Rincon de Encinos Phase 3. Project Engineer: HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr. PE., CFM. PO#648190
4 1/2 Mile & Doffing Rd- Budget 503
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $91,787.85 from The 5125 Company pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-048-09-26 4 1/2 Mile & Doffing Rd. Project Engineer: Jose E. Saenz. PO#648452
4. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from The 5125 Company pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-048-09-26 4 1/2 Mile & Doffing Rd. Project Engineer: Jose E. Saenz. PO#648452
5. Approval of Application for Payment No. Retainage in the amount of $66,600.40 and $41.43 in interest from The 5125 Company pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-048-09-26 4 1/2 Mile & Doffing Rd. Project Engineer: Jose E. Saenz. PO#648452
Mid Valley Airport - Budget 519
6. Approval of Application for Payment No. 7 in the amount of $80,372.36 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-020-05-31 Mid Valley Airport. Project Engineer: HCDD1 Yvette Barrera, PE, CFM PO#646596
Mile 10 N & Baseline - Budget 520
7. Approval of Application for Payment No. 6 in the amount of $120,396.73 from RBM Contractors pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-014-04-26-KMG Mile 10 N & Baseline. Project Engineer Quintanilla Headley PO#648064
Mission McAllen Rado Ph II - Budget 525
8. Approval and Acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from Texas Cordia Construction, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-003-02-22 Mission McAllen Rado Ph II. Project Engineer: B2Z Engineering PO#645638
9. Approval of Application for Payment No. Retainage in the amount of $231,095.30 and $3,079.39 interest from Texas Cordia Construction, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-003-02-22 Mission McAllen Rado Ph II. Project Engineer: B2Z Engineering PO#645638
South Lateral Drain Structure - Budget 534
10. Approval of Application for Payment No. 7 in the amount of $129,932.55 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-033-07-12 South Lateral Drain Structure. Project Engineer: HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr., PE, CFM PO#646381
(Audio Reference 10m:40s)
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 items 6.F.1., through 6.F.10.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
7.
2023 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -94426
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. (Audio Reference 13m:20s)
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: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with S2 Engineering, PLLC from the District's Pre-approved "Pool" of Pre-qualified Professional Engineers as approved by the Board of Directors on March 7, 2023 (AI 89829) for the "Ditch 1.9, 2 and 4a La Villa/Edcouch/Elsa - 2023 Bond Referendum Project No. 8A." (Audio Reference 13m:33s)
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 7.A.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 7.A.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with S2 Engineering, PLLC from the District's Pre-approved "Pool" of Pre-qualified Professional Engineers as approved by the Board of Directors on March 7, 2023 (AI 89829) for the "Ditch 1.9, 2 and 4a La Villa/Edcouch/Elsa - 2023 Bond Referendum Project No. 8A." (Audio Reference 13m:33s)
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 7.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B.
AI -94428
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. (Audio Reference 13m:58s)
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 7.B.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC from the District's Pre-approved "Pool" of Pre-qualified Professional Engineers as approved by the Board of Directors on March 7, 2023 (AI 89829) for the "Ditch 1.9, 2 and 4a La Villa/Edcouch/Elsa - 2023 Bond Referendum Project No. 8B." (Audio Reference 14m:09s)
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 7.B.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 7.B.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC from the District's Pre-approved "Pool" of Pre-qualified Professional Engineers as approved by the Board of Directors on March 7, 2023 (AI 89829) for the "Ditch 1.9, 2 and 4a La Villa/Edcouch/Elsa - 2023 Bond Referendum Project No. 8B." (Audio Reference 14m:09s)
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 7.B.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
C.
AI -94429
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. (Audio Reference 14m:32s)
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 7.C.1.
Vote: 4 - 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's Pre-approved "Pool" of Pre-qualified Professional Engineers as approved by the Board of Directors on March 7, 2023 (AI 89829) for the "Weslaco North Lateral - 2023 Bond Referendum Project No. 10." (Audio Reference 14m:43s)
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 7.C.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 7.C.1.
Vote: 4 - 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's Pre-approved "Pool" of Pre-qualified Professional Engineers as approved by the Board of Directors on March 7, 2023 (AI 89829) for the "Weslaco North Lateral - 2023 Bond Referendum Project No. 10." (Audio Reference 14m:43s)
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 7.C.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
8.
Human Resources:
A.
AI -94476
1.) Requesting approval to amend Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 Classification & Compensation Plan Section 8.07 Plan Administration and Section 8.09 Plan Exceptions.(Audio Reference 15m:02s)
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 8.A.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2.) Requesting approval to update Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 Classification and Compensation Plan Classified Position List.
3.) Requesting approval to implement Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Direct Deposit Policy. (Audio Reference 15m:21s)
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 items 8.A.2., and 8.A.3.
Vote: 4 - 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 8.A.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2.) Requesting approval to update Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 Classification and Compensation Plan Classified Position List.
3.) Requesting approval to implement Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Direct Deposit Policy. (Audio Reference 15m:21s)
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 items 8.A.2., and 8.A.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
9.
Closed Session: (Audio Reference 15m:37s)
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 9:49 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, 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 9:49 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, 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 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., 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., as it was a Closed Session item.
10.
Open Session: (Audio Reference 16m:21s)
The Board returned from closed session at approximately 10:02 A.M.
The Board proceeded to Agenda Item 10.A. (Audio Reference 16m:37s)
The Board returned from closed session at approximately 10:02 A.M.
The Board proceeded to Agenda Item 10.A. (Audio Reference 16m:37s)
A.
Possible Action of Real Estate Acquisition (Audio Reference 16m:37s)
Legal Counsel, Ivan Perez, recommended a motion to authorize Raul Sesin to proceed as discussed in 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 10.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Board proceeded to Agenda Item 11 - Adjourn (Audio Reference 16m:53s)
Legal Counsel, Ivan Perez, recommended a motion to authorize Raul Sesin to proceed as discussed in 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 10.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Board proceeded to Agenda Item 11 - Adjourn (Audio Reference 16m:53s)
B.
Possible Action on Pending and/or Potential Litigation
No action was taken on Agenda Item 10.B.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 10.B.
11.
Adjourn (Audio Reference 16m:53s)
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 10:03 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 adjourn the meeting.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 10:03 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 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 5th day of March, 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 March 5, 2024.
Signed this 5th day of March 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 5th day of March, 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 March 5, 2024.
Signed this 5th day of March 2024
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Daniela E. Garza, Deputy