SPECIAL MEETING - MAY 29, 2025
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 29th day of May 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 MAY 29, 2025 1:45 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 05m:25s)
Judge Richard F. Cortez called the meeting to order at 2:16 P.M.
All members of the Board were present during the roll call.
Commissioner Cantu rejoined the meeting at this time.
Judge Richard F. Cortez called the meeting to order at 2:16 P.M.
All members of the Board were present during the roll call.
Commissioner Cantu rejoined the meeting at this time.
2.
Prayer (Audio Reference 05m:43s)
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 08m:14s)
There were no public participants for Open Forum.
There were no public participants for Open Forum.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda
The Board proceeded to the Drainage District - Consent Agenda.
See Drainage District - Consent Agenda for the action taken.
The Board proceeded to 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 11m:16s)
General Manager of the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, Raul Sesin, provided an update on pending construction and HCDD1 projects.
General Manager of the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, Raul Sesin, provided an update on pending construction and HCDD1 projects.
6.
General Operations:
A.
AI -99571
1. Requesting approval for entering an Agreement for Possession and use with Rosa N. Gracia as it pertains to our 2018 Bond Project 30 - Penitas Drain, and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents.
2. Requesting approval for entering an Agreement for Possession and use with Ponciano N. Longoria III as it pertains to our E-22-029 J-01 Drain, and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents. (Audio Reference 15m:00s)
Commissioner Villarreal stepped away from the meeting at this time.
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Items 6.A.1&2.
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 6.A.1&2.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Fuentes stepped away from the meeting at this time.
2. Requesting approval for entering an Agreement for Possession and use with Ponciano N. Longoria III as it pertains to our E-22-029 J-01 Drain, and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents. (Audio Reference 15m:00s)
Commissioner Villarreal stepped away from the meeting at this time.
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Items 6.A.1&2.
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 6.A.1&2.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Fuentes stepped away from the meeting at this time.
Attachments:
B.
AI -99567
1. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 5 to the Professional Engineering Services Agreement (C-HCDD1-18-036-08-14), with Halff Associates, Inc., for the project: “Delta Region Water Management Project”, to reflect a revised Exhibit "C-1"-Work Schedule, and Exhibit ''D-1'' -Contract Rates with a 24-month extension. (Subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295)
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to Work Authorization No. 2 for the Professional Engineering Services, (C-HCDD1-18-036-08-14), with Halff Associates, Inc., for the feasibility study for the Delta Region Water Management Project, to reflect a revised Exhibit "C-1"-Work Schedule, with an extension of 24-months and a revised Exhibit "D-1"- Contract Rates, to reflect an increase in the amount of $982,080.00. (Subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295) (Audio Reference 15m:49s)
Commissioner Fuentes rejoined the meeting at this time.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 6.B.1&2., subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 3 to Work Authorization No. 2 for the Professional Engineering Services, (C-HCDD1-18-036-08-14), with Halff Associates, Inc., for the feasibility study for the Delta Region Water Management Project, to reflect a revised Exhibit "C-1"-Work Schedule, with an extension of 24-months and a revised Exhibit "D-1"- Contract Rates, to reflect an increase in the amount of $982,080.00. (Subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295) (Audio Reference 15m:49s)
Commissioner Fuentes rejoined the meeting at this time.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 6.B.1&2., subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI -99557
365 Toll Off Site Outfall#2-4 - Budget 201
1. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from RBM Contractors pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-042B-04-16 365 Toll Off-Site Drainage Improvements Project Outfall #2, 3, & 4. Project Engineer L&G Engineering PO#649235
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 10 Retainage in the amount of $72,138.31 and 373.63 in interest from RBM Contractors pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-042B-04-16 365 Toll Off-Site Drainage Improvements Project Outfall #2, 3, & 4. Project Engineer L&G Engineering PO#649235
HCDD1 Complex M&O Training - Budget 202
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 10 in the amount of $213,824.18 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 16m:37s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Items 6.C.1-3.
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 6.C.1-3.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from RBM Contractors pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-042B-04-16 365 Toll Off-Site Drainage Improvements Project Outfall #2, 3, & 4. Project Engineer L&G Engineering PO#649235
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 10 Retainage in the amount of $72,138.31 and 373.63 in interest from RBM Contractors pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-042B-04-16 365 Toll Off-Site Drainage Improvements Project Outfall #2, 3, & 4. Project Engineer L&G Engineering PO#649235
HCDD1 Complex M&O Training - Budget 202
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 10 in the amount of $213,824.18 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 16m:37s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Items 6.C.1-3.
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 6.C.1-3.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
7.
2018 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -99437
1. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 30-2 as it relates to Project 30 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Penitas Drain Project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents.
2. Approval of payment and issuance of a manual check to Jones, Galligan, Key & Lozano, L.L.P. for $24,790.00 upon closing of the execution of closing documents.
2. Approval of payment and issuance of a manual check to Jones, Galligan, Key & Lozano, L.L.P. for $24,790.00 upon closing of the execution of closing documents.
Attachments:
B.
AI -99570
Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 30-3 as it relates to Project 30 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Penitas Drain Project, and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents. Pending final legal review. (Audio Reference 17m:53s)
Commissioner Villarreal rejoined the meeting at this time.
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.1&2. and 7.B., pending final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Villarreal rejoined the meeting at this time.
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.1&2. and 7.B., pending final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI -99543
1. Requesting approval to accept bids and award a Construction Contract to the lowest and most responsive bidder, Gonzalez Engineering & Management, LLC, in the total amount of $1,094,440.00 for the project ''Monte Cristo & Conway Drain Phase 3 -2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 27'', RFB No. HCDD1-25-021-03-04-EZ as recommended by Project Engineer, B2Z Engineering Group, LLC., (subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295). (Audio Reference 18m:36s)
Mr. Sesin stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 7.C.1.
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.C.1., subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295.
Vote: 4 - 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 19m:25s)
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.C.2., subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Mr. Sesin stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 7.C.1.
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.C.1., subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295.
Vote: 4 - 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 19m:25s)
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.C.2., subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI -99558
East Mercedes - Budget 510
1. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from RBM Contractors pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-051-01-17 East Mercedes. Project Engineer HCDD1 Yvette Barrera, PE, CFM PO#647299 (Audio Reference 19m:45s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 7.D.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
South I Rd - Budget 533
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 11 in the amount of $10,678.93 from RBM Contractors pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-029A-08-09 South I Rd (East Side). Project Engineer B2Z Engineering, PO#646597
3. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from RBM Contractors pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-029A-08-09 South I Rd (East Side). Project Engineer B2Z Engineering, PO#646597
4. Approval of Application for Payment No. 12 in the amount of $54,614.50 and $1,108.30 from RBM Contractors pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-029A-08-09 South I Rd (East Side). Project Engineer B2Z Engineering, PO#646597 (Audio Reference 20m:04s)
Mr. Sesin stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Items 7.D.2,3,&4.
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.D.2,3,&4.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from RBM Contractors pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-051-01-17 East Mercedes. Project Engineer HCDD1 Yvette Barrera, PE, CFM PO#647299 (Audio Reference 19m:45s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 7.D.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
South I Rd - Budget 533
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 11 in the amount of $10,678.93 from RBM Contractors pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-029A-08-09 South I Rd (East Side). Project Engineer B2Z Engineering, PO#646597
3. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from RBM Contractors pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-029A-08-09 South I Rd (East Side). Project Engineer B2Z Engineering, PO#646597
4. Approval of Application for Payment No. 12 in the amount of $54,614.50 and $1,108.30 from RBM Contractors pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-22-029A-08-09 South I Rd (East Side). Project Engineer B2Z Engineering, PO#646597 (Audio Reference 20m:04s)
Mr. Sesin stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Items 7.D.2,3,&4.
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.D.2,3,&4.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
8.
2023 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -99544
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of the procurement packet (i.e., requirements, specifications and plans, etc.) for "La Villa/ Edcouch/ Elsa Phase II, IBWC Structure 603AL -2023 Bond Referendum Project No. 8.2", RFB No. HCDD1-25-036-05-27-ESZ, including the re-advertisement of project if no bids are received or rejected & project is still required. (Audio Reference 21m:14s)
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.A.
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.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -99556
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 22 to provide Construction Materials Testing and Construction Management & Inspection Services for a total of $36,786.25 as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC for “Pharr-McAllen Lateral West Drainage Improvements” 2023 Bond Referendum Project No. 9. Contract No. C-HCDD1-23-036-07-25. (subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295.) (Audio Reference 21m:51s)
Mr. Sesin stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 8.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 8.B., subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Mr. Sesin stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 8.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 8.B., subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI -99559
South Main Drain Phase 2 - Budget 703
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 11 in the amount of $143,313.41 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
West Main Drain 3 Phase 1 - Budget 714
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $326,892.56 from E-Con Group pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-061-12-17 West Main Drain 3 Phase 1. Project Engineer L&G Engineering, PO#650460
West Main Drain - Budget 714
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 7 in the amount of $25,200.00 from Blue Dot Site pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-026-06-11 West Main Drain. Project Engineer Izaguirre Engineering, PO#649592
West Main Drain 3 Phase 3 - Budget 714
4. Approval of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $233,099.10 from Renoworks pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-059-11-13 West Main Drain 3 Phase 3. Project Engineer Javier Hinojosa Engineering, PO#650336 (Audio Reference 22m:29s)
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 8.C.1-4.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Alamo Expressway Drain Phase 2 - Budget 721
5. Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $58,155.53 from 3E Logistics of Texas pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-047-09-17 Alamo Expressway Drain Phase 2. Project Engineer GDJ Engineering, PO#649952 (Audio Reference 23m:42s)
Mr. Sesin stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 8.C.5.
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.5.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 11 in the amount of $143,313.41 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
West Main Drain 3 Phase 1 - Budget 714
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $326,892.56 from E-Con Group pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-061-12-17 West Main Drain 3 Phase 1. Project Engineer L&G Engineering, PO#650460
West Main Drain - Budget 714
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 7 in the amount of $25,200.00 from Blue Dot Site pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-026-06-11 West Main Drain. Project Engineer Izaguirre Engineering, PO#649592
West Main Drain 3 Phase 3 - Budget 714
4. Approval of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $233,099.10 from Renoworks pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-059-11-13 West Main Drain 3 Phase 3. Project Engineer Javier Hinojosa Engineering, PO#650336 (Audio Reference 22m:29s)
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 8.C.1-4.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Alamo Expressway Drain Phase 2 - Budget 721
5. Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $58,155.53 from 3E Logistics of Texas pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-047-09-17 Alamo Expressway Drain Phase 2. Project Engineer GDJ Engineering, PO#649952 (Audio Reference 23m:42s)
Mr. Sesin stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 8.C.5.
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.5.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
9.
Right of Way Acquisitions:
A.
AI -99530
1. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 1, as it relates to the J-01 Drainage Project, and authorization for the Chairman of the Board to execute the documents, subject to final legal review.
2. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 5, as it relates to the J-01 Drainage Project, and authorization for the Chairman of the Board to execute the documents, subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 24m:34s)
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 items 9.A.1&2., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 5, as it relates to the J-01 Drainage Project, and authorization for the Chairman of the Board to execute the documents, subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 24m:34s)
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 items 9.A.1&2., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
10.
Closed Session: (Audio Reference 24m:56s)
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 2:36 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: 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 2:36 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: 5 - 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, 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 10.A-C, as they were Closed Session items.
11.
Open Session: (Audio Reference 25m:37s)
The Board returned from Closed Session at approximately 2:48 P.M.
Commissioner Villarreal did not return from Closed Session.
The Board returned from Closed Session at approximately 2:48 P.M.
Commissioner Villarreal did not return from Closed Session.
A.
Possible Action of Real Estate Acquisition (Audio Reference 25m:42s)
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. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Board proceeded to Agenda Item 12.
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. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Board proceeded to Agenda Item 12.
B.
Possible Action on Pending and/or Potential Litigation
No action was taken on Agenda Item 11.B.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 11.B.
12.
Adjourn (Audio Reference 25m:55s)
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 2:48 P.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, 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 2:48 P.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, 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 29th day of May, 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 May 29, 2025.
Signed this 16th day of June 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 29th day of May, 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 May 29, 2025.
Signed this 16th day of June 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