SPECIAL MEETING - APRIL 15, 2025
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 15th day of April A.D., 2025, 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 APRIL 15, 2025 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:03s)
Judge Richard F. Cortez called the meeting to order at 9:30 A.M.
All members of the Board were present during the roll call, except Commissioner Cantu.
Commissioner Cantu joined the meeting at a later time.
Judge Richard F. Cortez called the meeting to order at 9:30 A.M.
All members of the Board were present during the roll call, except Commissioner Cantu.
Commissioner Cantu joined the meeting at a later time.
2.
Prayer (Audio Reference 00m:25s)
Commissioner Cantu joined the meeting at this time.
General Manager of the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, Raul Sesin, offered the prayer.
Commissioner Cantu joined the meeting at this time.
General Manager of the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, Raul Sesin, offered the prayer.
3.
Open Forum (Audio Reference 02m:47s)
Open Forum participant Jorge Cruz Saenz expressed concerns regarding the training standards received by uniformed officers.
Open Forum participant Jorge Cruz Saenz expressed concerns regarding the training standards received by uniformed officers.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda (Audio Reference 08m:03s)
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 09m:54s)
General Manager of the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, Raul Sesin, provided an update on pending construction and HCDD1 projects.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 5.
General Manager of the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, Raul Sesin, provided an update on pending construction and HCDD1 projects.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 5.
6.
General Operations:
A.
AI -98963
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) Packet, (qualifications requirements, scope of services, specifications, etc.), for the project "Expansion of Professional Engineering Services Pool". RFQ HCDD1-25-001A-05-07-ESZ, including the re-advertising of the project in the event no responses are received and/or are rejected and project is still required. (Audio Reference 14m:13s)
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.
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.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
B.
AI -99109
Requesting approval to enter into a Service Agreement with Vertosoft (OpenGov), for the acquisition of Asset Management: Facilities and Stormwater Domain Software through the District's membership participation with DIR Cooperative Contract, DIR-CPO-5327. For a period of 30 months with the authority of the District General Manager or his designee to sign the agreement/order document. (Subject to final legal review) (Audio Reference 14m:38s)
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.B., 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 6.B., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI -99044
Requesting approval to enter into a Service Agreement with SADA Systems, Inc., for the acquisition of ''Cloud Hosted and Managed Email Services'', through the District's membership participation with DIR Cooperative Contract, DIR-CPO-5437; for 200 email licenses and any additional licenses as needed. For a period of 36 months with automatic renewal and with the authority of the District General Manager or his designee to sign the agreement/order document. (Subject to final legal review) (Audio Reference 15m: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 final 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 final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
D.
AI -99041
Requesting approval to accept bids to the lowest and most responsive bidder, SAMES McAllen Ford., for the "Purchase Full-Size Pickup Trucks'', RFB No. HCDD1-25-016-03-12-AG, with a total purchase amount of $532,780.00 for all the listed trucks below.
(Audio Reference 15m:33s)
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.D.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
| QUANTITY | MODEL | COST |
| (4) | 2025 3/4 TON REGULAR CAB PICKUP TRUCK | $178,356.00 |
| (6) | 2025 3/4 TON CREW CAB PICKUP TRUCK | $289,242.00 |
| (1) | 2025 ONE TON 4 DOOR DIESEL PICKUP TRUCK | $65,182.00 |
| TOTAL COST | $532,780.00 |
(Audio Reference 15m:33s)
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.D.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
E.
AI -99099
North Main Drain TDEM- Budget 204
1. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from Welch Excavation pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-066-05-02 North Main Drain. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr., PE, CFM PO#647845 (Audio Reference 16m: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 6.E.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. "Retainage" in the amount of $218,727.94 and $4,728.00 in interest from Welch Excavation pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-066-05-02 North Main Drain. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr., PE, CFM PO#647845 (Audio Reference 16m:52s)
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.E.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from Welch Excavation pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-066-05-02 North Main Drain. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr., PE, CFM PO#647845 (Audio Reference 16m: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 6.E.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. "Retainage" in the amount of $218,727.94 and $4,728.00 in interest from Welch Excavation pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-066-05-02 North Main Drain. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr., PE, CFM PO#647845 (Audio Reference 16m:52s)
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.E.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
7.
2018 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -99085
1. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 19-4 as it relates to Project 19 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Mid Valley Airport and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, pending final legal review.
2. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 19-11 as it relates to Project 19 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Mid Valley Airport and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, pending final legal review. (Audio Reference 17m:12s)
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 7.A.1&2., pending final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 19-11 as it relates to Project 19 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Mid Valley Airport and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, pending final legal review. (Audio Reference 17m:12s)
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 7.A.1&2., pending final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
B.
AI -99103
Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 35-2, as it relates to the 2018 Bond Project No. 35 - Southwest Weslaco, and authorization for the Chairman of the Board to execute the documents, subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 17m:40s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 7.B.
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.B., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 7.B.
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.B., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI -99116
Requesting approval of Change Order No. 2, reflecting an increase in the amount of $80,492.03 and 60 additional construction calendar days for the project "Mile 10 N. & Baseline Rd Phase II USIBWC Structure 139 -2018 Bond Project No. 20", Contract No. C-HCDD1-23-014-06-13, with RBM Contractors, LLC, as recommended by Project Engineer, Quintanilla, Headley & Assoc., Inc. (Audio Reference 18m:09s)
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.C.
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.C.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI -99100
Mid-Valley Airport - Budget 519
1. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion 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
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. "Retainage" in the amount of $150,898.60 and $3,242.49 in interest 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 (Audio Reference 18m:37s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 7.D.1&2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
South I Rd - Budget 533
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 10 in the amount of $80,693.77 from RBM Contractors pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-029A-08-09 South I Rd. Project Engineer B2Z Engineering PO#646597 (Audio Reference 19m:16s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 7.D.3.
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.D.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion 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
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. "Retainage" in the amount of $150,898.60 and $3,242.49 in interest 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 (Audio Reference 18m:37s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 7.D.1&2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
South I Rd - Budget 533
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 10 in the amount of $80,693.77 from RBM Contractors pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-029A-08-09 South I Rd. Project Engineer B2Z Engineering PO#646597 (Audio Reference 19m:16s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 7.D.3.
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.D.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
8.
2023 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -99000
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. (Audio Reference 19m:49s)
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.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with Scivle, PLLC from the District Pre-approved “Pool” of Pre-qualified Professional Engineers as approved by the Board of Directors on April 1, 2025 (AI 98910) for the project ''Bates Lateral Ditch - 2023 Bond Referendum Project No 17''. (Audio Reference 20m:02s)
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.A.2.
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.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with Scivle, PLLC from the District Pre-approved “Pool” of Pre-qualified Professional Engineers as approved by the Board of Directors on April 1, 2025 (AI 98910) for the project ''Bates Lateral Ditch - 2023 Bond Referendum Project No 17''. (Audio Reference 20m:02s)
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.A.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
B.
AI -99045
1. Requesting approval to accept bids and award a Construction Contract to the lowest and most responsive bidder, Construx Enterprises, LLC, in the total amount of $460,547.58 for the project ''Pharr-McAllen Lateral West - 2023 Bond Referendum Project No. 9'', RFB No. HCDD1-25-013-02-18-JS as recommended by Project Engineer, Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC., (subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 20m:33s)
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.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 21m:04s)
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.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 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 21m:04s)
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.B.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI -99101
South Main Drain Phase 1 - Budget 703
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 11 in the amount of $266,110.20 from RG Enterprises, LLC dba G&G Contractors pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-053-10-31 South Main Drain Ph1. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr., PE, CFM PO#648721
South Main Drain Phase 2 - Budget 703
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 10 in the amount of $111,129.53 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 (Audio Reference 21m:22s)
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 8.C.1&2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Pharr-McAllen Lateral East - Budget 709
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 6 in the amount of $107,327.52 from Synergy Development & Construction pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-029-06-11 Pharr-McAllen Lateral East. Project Engineer: GDJ Engineering PO#649635 (Audio Reference 22m:01s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 8.C.3.
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.C.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Mission-McAllen Drain - Budget 712
4. Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $508,315.50 from Gonzalez Engineering pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-030-07-09 Mission-McAllen Drain. Project Engineer Izaguirre Engineering Group PO#649634 (Audio Reference 22m:38s)
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 8.C.4.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 11 in the amount of $266,110.20 from RG Enterprises, LLC dba G&G Contractors pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-053-10-31 South Main Drain Ph1. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr., PE, CFM PO#648721
South Main Drain Phase 2 - Budget 703
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 10 in the amount of $111,129.53 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 (Audio Reference 21m:22s)
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 8.C.1&2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Pharr-McAllen Lateral East - Budget 709
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 6 in the amount of $107,327.52 from Synergy Development & Construction pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-029-06-11 Pharr-McAllen Lateral East. Project Engineer: GDJ Engineering PO#649635 (Audio Reference 22m:01s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 8.C.3.
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.C.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Mission-McAllen Drain - Budget 712
4. Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $508,315.50 from Gonzalez Engineering pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-030-07-09 Mission-McAllen Drain. Project Engineer Izaguirre Engineering Group PO#649634 (Audio Reference 22m:38s)
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 8.C.4.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
9.
General Fund:
A.
AI -99090
Requesting approval to accept bids as a multiple award to the lowest and most responsive bidders meeting all specified requirements for the ''Purchase of Precast Culvert Boxes'', RFB No.HCDD1-25-020-03-26-JS, for various District's projects. Subject to compliance with HB1295. (Audio Reference 22m:56s)
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 9.A., subject to compliance with HB1295.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
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 9.A., subject to compliance with HB1295.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
10.
Right of Way Acquisitions:
A.
AI -99120
Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel B7-3, as it relates to the Mile 6 Outfalls Project, and authorization for the Chairman of the Board to execute the documents, subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 23m:18s)
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 10.A., subject to final legal review.
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 10.A., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
11.
Closed Session: (Audio Reference 23m:33s)
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 9:54 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by JUDGE, RICHARD F. CORTEZ, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to proceed into Closed Session.
Vote: 3 - 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 9:54 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by JUDGE, RICHARD F. CORTEZ, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to proceed into Closed Session.
Vote: 3 - 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 11.A-C., as they were Closed Session items.
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 11.A-C., as they were Closed Session items.
12.
Open Session: (Audio Reference 24m:22s)
The Board returned from Closed Session at approximately 10:04 A.M., and proceeded to agenda item 12.A.
The Board returned from Closed Session at approximately 10:04 A.M., and proceeded to agenda item 12.A.
A.
Possible Action of Real Estate Acquisition (Audio Reference 24m:29s)
Commissioner Torres rejoined the meeting at this time.
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. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The Board proceeded to Agenda Item 13.
Commissioner Torres rejoined the meeting at this time.
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. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The Board proceeded to Agenda Item 13.
B.
Possible Action on Pending and/or Potential Litigation
No action was taken on Agenda Item 12.B.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 12.B.
13.
Adjourn (Audio Reference 24m:41s)
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 10:04 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by JUDGE, RICHARD F. CORTEZ, 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 10:04 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by JUDGE, RICHARD F. CORTEZ, 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 April, 2025
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 April 15, 2025.
Signed this 25th day of April 2025
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 15th day of April, 2025
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 April 15, 2025.
Signed this 25th day of April 2025
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Daniela E. Zedillo-Hinojosa, Deputy