SPECIAL MEETING - OCTOBER 15, 2024
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 15th day of October 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 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 OCTOBER 15, 2024 9:30 A.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 01m:20s)
Judge Richard F. Cortez called the meeting to order at 9:31 A.M.
All members of the Board were present during the roll call.
Judge Richard F. Cortez called the meeting to order at 9:31 A.M.
All members of the Board were present during the roll call.
2.
Prayer (Audio Reference 01m:39s)
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:42s)
There were no public participants for Open Forum.
There were no public participants for Open Forum.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda (Audio Reference 03m:47s)
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 04m:05s)
General Manager of the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, Raul Sesin, provided an update regarding pending construction and HCDD1 projects, including the 2024 United Way Kick-Off.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 5.
General Manager of the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, Raul Sesin, provided an update regarding pending construction and HCDD1 projects, including the 2024 United Way Kick-Off.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 5.
6.
General Operations:
A.
AI -96954
Requesting authority to utilize OpenGov Procurement Software in partnership with Hidalgo County through the existing Interlocal Agreement, to obtain procurement cloud services for purchasing efficiency. (Audio Reference 06m:14s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
B.
AI -96925
Discussion consideration and action for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to adopt electronic signatures via Adobe Sign. (Audio Reference 06m:55s)
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.B.
Vote: 5 - 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 6.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI -97092
Discussion and possible action to approve an agreement for Escrow Agent for bond proceeds with Texas Regional Bank subject to approval by the Texas Water Development Board. (Audio Reference 07m:05s)
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.C., subject to approval by the Texas Water Development Board, and subject to legal review.
Vote: 5 - 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 6.C., subject to approval by the Texas Water Development Board, and subject to legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
D.
AI -97020
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of the procurement packet for "Lubricants, Antifreeze, Grease, Hydraulic Fluids, and Related Products" RFB No. HCDD1-24-051-11-06-AG, including the re-advertisement of project if no bids are received or rejected & project is still required. (Audio Reference 08m:15s)
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.D.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.D.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
E.
AI -97074
Raymondville Drain - Fund 130 Budget 010
1. Payment approval of Invoice No. 16-2024 RD in the amount of $34,422.62 from Hidalgo County Precinct 4 for Pay Period 16, 2024 for Construction on the Raymondville Drain.
HCDD1 Complex M&O Training Facility - Budget 202
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $56,930.71 from NM Contracting pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-076-03-05 HCDD1 Complex M&O Training Facility. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr. PE, CFM, PO#649184. (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 6.E., as presented.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Payment approval of Invoice No. 16-2024 RD in the amount of $34,422.62 from Hidalgo County Precinct 4 for Pay Period 16, 2024 for Construction on the Raymondville Drain.
HCDD1 Complex M&O Training Facility - Budget 202
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $56,930.71 from NM Contracting pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-076-03-05 HCDD1 Complex M&O Training Facility. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr. PE, CFM, PO#649184. (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 6.E., as presented.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
7.
2018 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -96921
Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 23-27 as it relates to Project 23 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Mile 11 N & Texas Blvd Project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, pending final legal review. (Audio Reference 09m:30s)
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 7.A., pending 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 7.A., pending final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -97075
Southwest Weslaco - Budget 535
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 5 in the amount of $66,590.10 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 09m:45s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 7.B.1.
The remaining members of the Board proceeded with a vote of approval on Agenda Item 7.B.1.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 7.B.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 5 in the amount of $66,590.10 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 09m:45s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 7.B.1.
The remaining members of the Board proceeded with a vote of approval on Agenda Item 7.B.1.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 7.B.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
8.
2023 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -96985
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of the procurement packet (i.e., requirements, specifications and plans) for "West Main Drain III Phase 3 -2023 Bond Referendum Project 14," RFB No. HCDD1-24-059-11-13-ESZ, including the re-advertisement of project if no bids are received or rejected & project is still required. (Audio Reference 10m:22s)
Reference Agenda Item 8.C., for action taken.
Reference Agenda Item 8.C., for action taken.
B.
AI -96984
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of the procurement packet (i.e., requirements, specifications and plans) for "West Main Drain III Extension Phase 4 -2023 Bond Referendum Project 14," RFB No. HCDD1-24-058-11-06-ESZ, including the re-advertisement of project if no bids are received or rejected & project is still required. (Audio Reference 10m:40s)
Reference Agenda Item 8.C., for action taken.
Reference Agenda Item 8.C., for action taken.
C.
AI -97011
South Main Drain Phase 2 - Budget 703
Approval of Application for Payment No. 5 in the amount of $712,967.18 from E-Con Group pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-007-03-19 South Main Drain Phase 2. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr., PE, CFM PO#649085
South Main Drain Phase 1 - Budget 703
Approval of Application for Payment No. 5 in the amount of $349,222.09 from RG Enterprises, LLC DBA G&G Contractors pertaining to construction contract C-HCDD1-23-053-10-31 South Main Drain Phase 1. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr. PE, CFM. PO#648721.
West Main Drain - Budget 714
Approval of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $55,800.00 from Blue Dot Site Contractors, pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-026-06-11 West Main Drain. Project Engineer, Izaguirre Engineering P.O. #649592. (Audio Reference 11m:01s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 8.A., through 8.C.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Approval of Application for Payment No. 5 in the amount of $712,967.18 from E-Con Group pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-007-03-19 South Main Drain Phase 2. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr., PE, CFM PO#649085
South Main Drain Phase 1 - Budget 703
Approval of Application for Payment No. 5 in the amount of $349,222.09 from RG Enterprises, LLC DBA G&G Contractors pertaining to construction contract C-HCDD1-23-053-10-31 South Main Drain Phase 1. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr. PE, CFM. PO#648721.
West Main Drain - Budget 714
Approval of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $55,800.00 from Blue Dot Site Contractors, pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-026-06-11 West Main Drain. Project Engineer, Izaguirre Engineering P.O. #649592. (Audio Reference 11m:01s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 8.A., through 8.C.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
9.
Closed Session: (Audio Reference 12m:11s)
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 did not proceed into Agenda Item 9 - Closed Session.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 9.
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 did not proceed into Agenda Item 9 - Closed Session.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 9.
A.
Real Property (Tex. Gov't Code 551.072)
Reference Agenda Item 10.A., for action taken.
Reference Agenda Item 10.A., for action taken.
B.
Personnel Matters (Tex. Gov't. Code 551.074)
Reference Agenda Item 10.B., for action taken.
Reference Agenda Item 10.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 9.C.a), as it was a Closed Session Item.
a) Pending or Contemplated Litigation: b) a Settlement Offer: or c) a Matter in Which the Duty of the Attorney to the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas Clearly Conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (Tex. Gov't. Code 551.071)
No action was taken on Agenda Item 9.C.a), as it was a Closed Session Item.
10.
Open Session:
The Board did not proceed into Agenda Item 10 - Open Session.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 10 - Open Session.
The Board did not proceed into Agenda Item 10 - Open Session.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 10 - Open Session.
A.
Possible Action of Real Estate Acquisition
No action was taken on Agenda Item 10.A.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 10.A.
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 12m:14s)
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 9:42 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, 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 9:42 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, 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 15th day of October, 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 October 15, 2024.
Signed this 31st day of October, 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 15th day of October, 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 October 15, 2024.
Signed this 31st day of October, 2024
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Daniela E. Garza, Deputy