REGULAR MEETING - SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 24th day of September A.D., 2024, 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 SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 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:03s)
Judge Richard F. Cortez called the meeting to order at 1:31 P.M.
All members of the Board were present during the roll call, except Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu and Commissioner Ellie Torres.
Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu and Commissioner Ellie Torres joined the meeting at a later time.
Judge Richard F. Cortez called the meeting to order at 1:31 P.M.
All members of the Board were present during the roll call, except Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu and Commissioner Ellie Torres.
Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu and Commissioner Ellie Torres joined the meeting at a later time.
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 03m:30s)
Commissioner Ellie Torres joined the meeting at this time.
Open Forum Participant Fern McClaugherty came before the Court to express her gratitude towards the Drainage District No. 1 for lowering the tax rate.
Commissioner Ellie Torres joined the meeting at this time.
Open Forum Participant Fern McClaugherty came before the Court to express her gratitude towards the Drainage District No. 1 for lowering the tax rate.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda (Audio Reference 05m:33s)
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.
Discussion and update by HCDD1 General Manager as it relates to pending construction and HCDD1 projects. (Audio Reference 06m:21s)
The General Manager of the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, Raul Sesin, offered an update on the pending construction and HCDD1 projects.
Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu joined the meeting at this time.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 5.
The General Manager of the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, Raul Sesin, offered an update on the pending construction and HCDD1 projects.
Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu joined the meeting at this time.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 5.
6.
General Operations:
A.
AI -96781
A. Public Hearing on the proposed tax rate for 2024 of .1123 for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 (Audio Reference 11m:17s)
Judge Richard Cortez opened a public hearing at 1:42 P.M.; however, there were no participants. Judge Cortez Closed the public hearing at 01:43 P.M.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 6.A.
B. Hidalgo County Drainage District No 1 2025 Budget. (Audio Reference 11m:56s)
1. Discussion, Consideration, and Action on changes to the 2025 budget.
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 6.A.B.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Adoption of the 2025 Annual Budget. (Audio Reference 13m:10s)
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.B.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Approval of the Compensation Plan, the Grade and Step Salary Schedule effective January 1, 2025. (Audio Reference 13m:23s)
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 6.A.B.3.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
4. Approval to the updated Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Longevity Policy subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 13m: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 6.A.B.4., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
5. Approval of a 3% COLA for District retirees. (Audio Reference 14m:56s)
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.B.5.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Adoption of Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 2023 Tax Rate.
1. Approval of an Order setting the 2024 Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Tax Rate at $0.1123 per $100 property tax valuation. Maintenance and Operation (M&O) Rate of $0.0495 and Debt Service Rate of $0.0628 per $100 property tax valuation. (Audio Reference 15m:05s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that the correct caption for Agenda Item 6.A.C. should be the year 2024 and not 2023.
Commissioner David Fuentes motioned that the property tax rate be increased by adopting the tax rate of 0.1123, which is a 7.93% increase in the tax rate.
The Board proceeded with a vote of approval followed by a record vote.
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.A.C.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Pct. No. 1 Commissioner David Fuentes voted aye.
Pct. No. 2 Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu voted aye.
Pct. No. 3 Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal voted aye.
Pct. No. 4 Commissioner Ellie Torres voted aye.
County Judge Richard F. Cortez voted aye.
Judge Richard Cortez opened a public hearing at 1:42 P.M.; however, there were no participants. Judge Cortez Closed the public hearing at 01:43 P.M.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 6.A.
B. Hidalgo County Drainage District No 1 2025 Budget. (Audio Reference 11m:56s)
1. Discussion, Consideration, and Action on changes to the 2025 budget.
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 6.A.B.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Adoption of the 2025 Annual Budget. (Audio Reference 13m:10s)
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.B.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Approval of the Compensation Plan, the Grade and Step Salary Schedule effective January 1, 2025. (Audio Reference 13m:23s)
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 6.A.B.3.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
4. Approval to the updated Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Longevity Policy subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 13m: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 6.A.B.4., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
5. Approval of a 3% COLA for District retirees. (Audio Reference 14m:56s)
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.B.5.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Adoption of Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 2023 Tax Rate.
1. Approval of an Order setting the 2024 Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Tax Rate at $0.1123 per $100 property tax valuation. Maintenance and Operation (M&O) Rate of $0.0495 and Debt Service Rate of $0.0628 per $100 property tax valuation. (Audio Reference 15m:05s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that the correct caption for Agenda Item 6.A.C. should be the year 2024 and not 2023.
Commissioner David Fuentes motioned that the property tax rate be increased by adopting the tax rate of 0.1123, which is a 7.93% increase in the tax rate.
The Board proceeded with a vote of approval followed by a record vote.
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.A.C.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Pct. No. 1 Commissioner David Fuentes voted aye.
Pct. No. 2 Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu voted aye.
Pct. No. 3 Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal voted aye.
Pct. No. 4 Commissioner Ellie Torres voted aye.
County Judge Richard F. Cortez voted aye.
Attachments:
B.
AI -96786
1. Requesting approval to accept bids and award a Construction Contract to the lowest and most responsive bidder, Anahuac Infrastructure LLC, in the amount of $137,627.62, for the project ''Curry Drain Metal Beam Guardrail Improvements Project'', RFB No. HCDD1-24-046-08-28-JS as recommended by Project Engineer, Omar Anzaldua, Jr., P.E., CFM, District Asst. General Manager (subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 16m:40s)
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 6.B.1., subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Pursuant to the Texas Water Code 49.273(i), requesting authority for Drainage District General Manager, Raul E. Sesin, P.E., CFM, to approve change orders that involve an increase or decrease in cost of $50,000.00 or less and in no event exceed the Change Order's statutory limits. (Audio Reference 17m:07s)
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.B.2.
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 6.B.1., subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Pursuant to the Texas Water Code 49.273(i), requesting authority for Drainage District General Manager, Raul E. Sesin, P.E., CFM, to approve change orders that involve an increase or decrease in cost of $50,000.00 or less and in no event exceed the Change Order's statutory limits. (Audio Reference 17m:07s)
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.B.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
7.
2018 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -96809
Jackson Rd Phase 2 - Bond 516
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $11,358.00 from RDH Site and Concrete, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-21-047-11-30 Jackson Rd Phase 2. Project Engineer Quintanilla Headley PO#648343. (Audio Reference 17m:27s)
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.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from RDH Site and Concrete, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-21-047-11-30 Jackson Rd Phase 2. Project Engineer Quintanilla Headley PO#648343
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 5 Retainage in the amount of $47,108.80 and $280.70 in interest from RDH Site and Concrete, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-21-047-11-30 Jackson Rd Phase 2. Project Engineer Quintanilla Headley PO#648343 (Audio Reference 17m: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 items 7.A.2., and 7.A.3.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Southwest Weslaco - Budget 535
4. Approval of Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $113,816.36 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-056-11-14 Southwest Weslaco. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr. PE, CFM PO#648668. (Audio Reference 18m:24s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding agenda item 7.A.4.
The remaining members of the Board proceeded with a vote of approval for agenda item 7.A.4.
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 7.A.4.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $11,358.00 from RDH Site and Concrete, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-21-047-11-30 Jackson Rd Phase 2. Project Engineer Quintanilla Headley PO#648343. (Audio Reference 17m:27s)
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.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from RDH Site and Concrete, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-21-047-11-30 Jackson Rd Phase 2. Project Engineer Quintanilla Headley PO#648343
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 5 Retainage in the amount of $47,108.80 and $280.70 in interest from RDH Site and Concrete, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-21-047-11-30 Jackson Rd Phase 2. Project Engineer Quintanilla Headley PO#648343 (Audio Reference 17m: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 items 7.A.2., and 7.A.3.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Southwest Weslaco - Budget 535
4. Approval of Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $113,816.36 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-056-11-14 Southwest Weslaco. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr. PE, CFM PO#648668. (Audio Reference 18m:24s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding agenda item 7.A.4.
The remaining members of the Board proceeded with a vote of approval for agenda item 7.A.4.
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 7.A.4.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
8.
2023 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -96766
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 18 to provide Construction Materials Testing Services (CMT) in the amount of $20,055.37 as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC for "Alamo Expressway Drain Phase 2 - 2023 Bond Referendum Project No. 21" Contract No. C-HCDD1-23-036-07-25. (Audio Reference 18m:46s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 8.A.
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 8.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
B.
AI -96768
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of the procurement packet (i.e., requirements, specifications and plans) for "PSJA Drain (Expressway 83 to Earling Rd.) -2023 Bond Referendum Project 16," RFB No. HCDD1-24-056-10-16-ESZ, including the re-advertisement of project if no bids are received or rejected & project is still required. (Audio Reference 19m:08s)
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 8.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
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 8.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
C.
AI -96790
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of the procurement packet (i.e., requirements, specifications and plans) for "Mission-McAllen Lateral Channel Improvements Project Phase II -2023 Bond Referendum Project 12," RFB No. HCDD1-24-057-10-30-ESZ, including the re-advertisement of project if no bids are received or rejected & project is still required. (Audio Reference 19m:34s)
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.C.
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 8.C.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
9.
TCEQ Raymondville Drain Project Phase 2:
A.
AI -96748
Raymondville Drain - Budget 010
Payment approval of Invoice No 1115-2024 RD in the amount of $93,571.94 from Hidalgo County Precinct 4 for Pay Periods 11 and 15, 2024. (Audio Reference 19m:57s)
Reference Agenda Item 9.B., for action taken.
Payment approval of Invoice No 1115-2024 RD in the amount of $93,571.94 from Hidalgo County Precinct 4 for Pay Periods 11 and 15, 2024. (Audio Reference 19m:57s)
Reference Agenda Item 9.B., for action taken.
Attachments:
B.
AI -96810
Raymondville Drain - Budget 010
Payment approval of Invoice No. 13-2024 RD in the amount of $64,587.56 from Hidalgo County Precinct 4 for Pay Period 13 2024. (Audio Reference 20m:12s)
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., and 9.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Payment approval of Invoice No. 13-2024 RD in the amount of $64,587.56 from Hidalgo County Precinct 4 for Pay Period 13 2024. (Audio Reference 20m:12s)
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., and 9.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
10.
Closed Session: (Audio Reference 20m:27s)
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 1:52 P.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, 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 1:52 P.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, 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 11.A., for action taken.
Reference Agenda Item 11.A., for action taken.
B.
Personnel Matters (Tex. Gov't. Code 551.074)
Reference Agenda Item 11.B., for action taken.
Reference Agenda Item 11.B., for action taken.
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 10.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 10.C.a), as it was a Closed Session item.
1.
AI -96818
Consultation with Counsel regarding claim made by Sandy Flores.
No action was taken on Agenda Iiem 10.C.1., as it was a Closed Session item.
No action was taken on Agenda Iiem 10.C.1., as it was a Closed Session item.
11.
Open Session: (Audio Reference 20m:57s)
The Board returned from Closed Session at approximately 2:03 P.M.
The Board proceeded to Agenda Item 11.B.1. (Audio Reference 21m:06s)
Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu did not return from Closed Session.
The Board returned from Closed Session at approximately 2:03 P.M.
The Board proceeded to Agenda Item 11.B.1. (Audio Reference 21m:06s)
Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu did not return from Closed Session.
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
1.
AI -96819
Possible action on claim made by Sandy Flores. (Audio Reference 21m:07s)
Mr. Raul Sesin, recommended a motion to authorize himself to proceed as discussed and directed in Closed Session.
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 11.B.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Mr. Raul Sesin, recommended a motion to authorize himself to proceed as discussed and directed in Closed Session.
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 11.B.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
12.
Adjourn (Audio Reference 21m:19s)
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 2:03 P.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 2:03 P.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 24th day of September, 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 September 24, 2024.
Signed this 25th day of September, 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 24th day of September, 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 September 24, 2024.
Signed this 25th day of September, 2024
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Daniela E. Garza, Deputy