REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 26, 2024
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 26th day of November 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 NOVEMBER 26, 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:01s)
Judge Richard F. Cortez called the meeting to order at 1:32 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 1:32 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:08s)
Assistant General Manager of the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, Omar Anzaldua, offered the prayer.
Assistant General Manager of the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, Omar Anzaldua, offered the prayer.
3.
Open Forum (Audio Reference 00m:44s)
There were no public participants for Open Forum.
There were no public participants for Open Forum.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda (Audio Reference 01m:00s)
Commissioner Ellie Torres joined the meeting at this time.
The Board proceeded with the discussion and approval of the Drainage District - Consent Agenda.
See the Drainage District - Consent Agenda for the action taken.
Commissioner Ellie Torres joined the meeting at this time.
The Board proceeded with the discussion and approval of the Drainage District - Consent Agenda.
See the 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 02m:22s)
The Assistant General Manager of the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, Omar Anzaldua, offered an update on the pending projects and recognized the HCDD1 team for their hard work during hurricane season.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 5.
The Assistant General Manager of the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, Omar Anzaldua, offered an update on the pending projects and recognized the HCDD1 team for their hard work during hurricane season.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 5.
6.
General Operations:
A.
AI -97551
Requesting approval for an Interlocal Agreement with the Hidalgo County Regional Mobility Authority (HCRMA) as it relates to the SH365 project, subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 03m:17s)
Commissioner "Eddie" Cantu joined the meeting at this time.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.A., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner "Eddie" Cantu joined the meeting at this time.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.A., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -97552
Requesting approval of the AEP License Agreement as it relates to the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Panchitas Pump Structure, subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 03m:35s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.B., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.B., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI -97465
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 2 of the Professional Engineering Service Agreement with Halff Associates, Inc., to provide additional Scope of Work for the "Region 15 Lower Rio Grande Regional Flood Planning Group (RFPG)" through Contract No. C-HCDD1-21-003-05-18. (Subject to final legal review and compliance to HB-1295.) (Audio Reference 03m:50s)
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 6.C., subject to final legal review and compliance to HB-1295.
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 6.C., subject to final legal review and compliance to HB-1295.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
D.
AI -97431
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to the Work Authorization 1 with B2Z Engineering, LLC., to provide Construction Management and Supplemental Special Inspections in the total amount of $13,933.36 for the project ''HCDD1 Complex -M&O Training Facility'', C-HCDD1-23-024-05-02. (Subject to final legal review and compliance with HB-1295). (Audio Reference 04m:20s)
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 6.D., subject to final legal review and compliance with HB-1295.
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 6.D., subject to final legal review and compliance with HB-1295.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI -97543
Requesting approval of Change Order No. 1, reflecting an increase in the amount of $159,739.00 and 65 additional construction calendar days for the project “Glasscock Rd from Mile 4 Rd to Mile 5 Rd Storm Water Management", Contract No. C-HCDD1-23-051-10-31, with Saenz Brothers Construction, as recommended by Project Engineer, J&R Engineering LLC. (Audio Reference 04m:55s)
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 6.E.
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 6.E.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
F.
AI -97536
Ditch W-01-00 Gate Structure - Budget 025
Approval of Application for Payment No. 6 in the amount of $251,179.55 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 PO#648479 (Audio Reference 05m:57s)
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.F.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of Application for Payment No. 6 in the amount of $251,179.55 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 PO#648479 (Audio Reference 05m:57s)
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.F.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
G.
AI -97538
HCDD1 Complex M&O Training Facility - Budget 202
Approval of Application for Payment No. 5 in the amount of $153,449.17 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 06m:26s)
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.G.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of Application for Payment No. 5 in the amount of $153,449.17 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 06m:26s)
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.G.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
7.
2018 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -97441
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 20 to provide Construction Materials Testing and Construction Management & Inspection Services for a total of $87,365.62 as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC for “Southwest Weslaco Phase III IBWC Gate Structure No. 105 AL -2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 35” Contract No. C-HCDD1-23-036-07-25. (subject to legal review and compliance with HB1295.) (Audio Reference 06m:55s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 7.A.
The remaining members of the Board proceeded with a vote of approval for Agenda Item 7.A.
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., subject to legal review and compliance with HB1295.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 7.A.
The remaining members of the Board proceeded with a vote of approval for Agenda Item 7.A.
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., subject to legal review and compliance with HB1295.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -97539
Mile 10 N & Baseline - Budget 520
Approval of Application for Payment No. 13 in the amount of $99,649.83 from RBM Contractors pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-014-04-26 Mile 10 N & Baseline. Project Engineer Quintanilla Headley Associates PO#648064 (Audio Reference 07m:54s)
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.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of Application for Payment No. 13 in the amount of $99,649.83 from RBM Contractors pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-014-04-26 Mile 10 N & Baseline. Project Engineer Quintanilla Headley Associates PO#648064 (Audio Reference 07m:54s)
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.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
8.
2023 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -97556
Requesting approval of the first amendment to the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 and the County of Hidalgo, Texas, concerning drainage improvements as they relate to the Pct 2 Nolana loop Road & Drainage Improvements Project (Subject to final legal review). (Audio Reference 08m:21s)
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 8.A., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 8.A., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -97546
1. Requesting approval to accept bids and award a Construction Contract to the lowest and most responsive bidder, Renoworks, LLC, in the total amount of $1,891,605.30 for the project ''West Main Drain III Phase 4 -2023 Bond Referendum Project 14'', RFB No. HCDD1-24-058-11-06-ESZ as recommended by Project Engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC (subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 08m:50s)
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.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 the 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 09m:49s)
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 8.B.2.
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.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 the 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 09m:49s)
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 8.B.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI -97517
1. Requesting approval to accept bids and award a Construction Contract to the lowest and most responsive bidder, Renoworks, LLC, in the total amount of $1,443,414.75 for the project ''West Main Drain III Phase 3 -2023 Bond Referendum Project 14'', RFB No. HCDD1-24-059-11-13-ESZ as recommended by Project Engineer, Javier Hinojosa Engineering/Consulting Engineers, (subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 10m:17s)
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.C.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 the 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 11m:24s)
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 8.C.2.
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.C.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 the 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 11m:24s)
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 8.C.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI -97540
South Main Drain Phase I- Budget 703
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 7 in the amount of $287,967.78 from RG Enterprises LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-053-10-31 South Main Drain Phase I. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr., PE, CFM PO#648721 (Audio Reference 11m:48s)
Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu stepped out of the meeting at this time.
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 8.D.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Pharr McAllen Lateral - Budget 709
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $144,900.00 from Synergy Development & Construction pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-029-06-11 Pharr McAllen Lateral. Project Engineer GDJ Engineering PO#649635 (Audio Reference 12m:17s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 8.D.2.
The remaining members of the Board proceeded with a vote of approval for Agenda Item 8.D.2.
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 8.D.2.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Mission McAllen Drain - Budget 712
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $319,725.00 from Synergy Development & Construction pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-032-07-09 Mission McAllen Drain. Project Engineer SAMES Engineering PO#649764 (Audio Reference 13m:05s)
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.D.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 7 in the amount of $287,967.78 from RG Enterprises LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-053-10-31 South Main Drain Phase I. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr., PE, CFM PO#648721 (Audio Reference 11m:48s)
Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu stepped out of the meeting at this time.
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 8.D.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Pharr McAllen Lateral - Budget 709
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $144,900.00 from Synergy Development & Construction pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-029-06-11 Pharr McAllen Lateral. Project Engineer GDJ Engineering PO#649635 (Audio Reference 12m:17s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 8.D.2.
The remaining members of the Board proceeded with a vote of approval for Agenda Item 8.D.2.
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 8.D.2.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Mission McAllen Drain - Budget 712
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $319,725.00 from Synergy Development & Construction pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-032-07-09 Mission McAllen Drain. Project Engineer SAMES Engineering PO#649764 (Audio Reference 13m:05s)
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.D.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
9.
Budget Amendments:
A.
AI -97554
1. Requesting approval of budget amendments to carry over the December 31, 2023, available budgets into the District's 2024 Capital Project Fund-130 and Special Revenue Fund-127. This will facilitate the budgetary accounting for continued operations and construction of District Projects that have been approved by the board. (Audio Reference 13m:31s)
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 9.A.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Request Approval of a Budget Amendment to transfer out of the General Fund $500,400 to Special Revenue Fund 127 to fund the District’s portion of the 2018 and 2019 General Land Office grant with Urban County. Projects are as listed: (Audio Reference 14m:03s)
2018 Grant South Mercedes Later Improvements
2018 Grant East Lateral Northern Weir Project with City of La Villa
2018 Grant City of Progreso Drainage Outfall
2018 Grant Palmview Lateral Improvement Project Phase I
2019 Grant Palmview Lateral Improvement Project Phase II
2019 Grant -East Lateral Northern Weir with City of La Villa
Mr. Valde Guerra requested clarification for the amount of $500,400 on agenda item 9.A.2.
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 9.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Requesting approval of a Budget Amendment in the amount of $1,300,000 from the District's General Fund to the Capital Projects Fund 130 in order to continue the construction of the new training facility. (Audio Reference 15m:11s)
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 9.A.3.
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 9.A.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Request Approval of a Budget Amendment to transfer out of the General Fund $500,400 to Special Revenue Fund 127 to fund the District’s portion of the 2018 and 2019 General Land Office grant with Urban County. Projects are as listed: (Audio Reference 14m:03s)
2018 Grant South Mercedes Later Improvements
2018 Grant East Lateral Northern Weir Project with City of La Villa
2018 Grant City of Progreso Drainage Outfall
2018 Grant Palmview Lateral Improvement Project Phase I
2019 Grant Palmview Lateral Improvement Project Phase II
2019 Grant -East Lateral Northern Weir with City of La Villa
Mr. Valde Guerra requested clarification for the amount of $500,400 on agenda item 9.A.2.
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 9.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Requesting approval of a Budget Amendment in the amount of $1,300,000 from the District's General Fund to the Capital Projects Fund 130 in order to continue the construction of the new training facility. (Audio Reference 15m:11s)
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 9.A.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
10.
Closed Session: (Audio Reference 15m:35s)
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 1:48 P.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to 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 1:48 P.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to proceed into Closed Session.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
A.
Real Property (Tex. Gov't. Code 551.072)
B.
Personnel Matters (Tex. Gov't. Code 551.074)
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 Items 10.A-C.
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 Items 10.A-C.
11.
Open Session: (Audio Reference 17m:20s)
The Board returned from Closed Session at approximately 1:59 P.M., and proceeded to agenda item 11.A.
Commissioner Ellie Torres and Commissioner Eduardo “Eddie” Cantu did not return from Closed Session.
The Board returned from Closed Session at approximately 1:59 P.M., and proceeded to agenda item 11.A.
Commissioner Ellie Torres and Commissioner Eduardo “Eddie” Cantu did not return from Closed Session.
A.
Possible Action of Real Estate Acquisition (Audio Reference 17m:27s)
Legal Counsel, Ivan Perez, recommended a motion to authorize staff to proceed as discussed in Closed Session.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.A.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Legal Counsel, Ivan Perez, recommended a motion to authorize staff to proceed as discussed in Closed Session.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.A.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
B.
Possible Action on Pending and/or Potential Litigation (Audio Reference 17m:37s)
Legal Counsel, Ivan Perez, recommended a motion for legal counsel to proceed as discussed in Closed Session.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.B.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Legal Counsel, Ivan Perez, recommended a motion for legal counsel to proceed as discussed in Closed Session.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.B.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
12.
Adjourn (Audio Reference 17m:46s)
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 2:00 P.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to adjourn the meeting.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 2:00 P.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to adjourn the meeting.
Vote: 3 - 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 26th of November, 2024
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Daniela E. Zedillo-Hinojosa, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners Court held on November 26, 2024.
Signed this 11th of December, 2024
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Daniela E. Zedillo-Hinojosa, Deputy
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 26th of November, 2024
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Daniela E. Zedillo-Hinojosa, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners Court held on November 26, 2024.
Signed this 11th of December, 2024
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Daniela E. Zedillo-Hinojosa, Deputy