BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 8th day of July A.D., 2025, there was begun and held a SPECIAL MEETING of the Honorable Commissioners Court 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 CC REGULAR CONSENT COMMISSIONERS COURT JULY 8, 2025 10:00 A.M. |
NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a SPECIAL MEETING of the Commissioners Court 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:
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are of a routine or administrative nature. The Commissioners Court has been furnished with background and support on each item, and/or it has been discussed at a previous meeting. All items will be acted upon by one vote without being discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon. The remaining items will be adopted by one vote. (Audio Reference 14m:52s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested to pull Consent Agenda Items 8.A.1-3., 13.C.3., and 13.E.1&2., for further discussion.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO 'EVER' VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to the Commissioner's Court - Consent Agenda, with the exception of items 8.A.1-3., 13.C.3., and 13.E.1&2., for further discussion.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Items 8.A.1-3.
2. Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b)
- Certificates of Plat - Executed
- SIVAD ENTERPRISES 4-8980
- PROPERTIES BY MILK & HONEY 4-9784
- PROPERTIES BY MILK & HONEY 4-9785
- PROPERTIES BY MILK & HONEY 4-9786
- PROPERTIES BY MILK & HONEY 4-9787
- PROPERTIES BY MILK & HONEY 4-9788
- PROPERTIES BY MILK & HONEY 4-9789
- PROPERTIES BY MILK & HONEY 4-9790
- PROPERTIES BY MILK & HONEY 4-9791
- YUCA PROPERTIES-JUAN MUNIZ 4-9224
- MARIA BELMARES 1-10668
Approval to submit a BPU Grant Grant #2537811 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
| 6/20/2025 - 6/25/2025 | $906,958.31 |
| 6/26/2025 - 6/30/2025 | $(455,665.33) |
| 7/01/2025 - 7/02/2025 | $464,081.97 |
| Total | $915,374.95 |
3. Approval to make payment to AETNA Insurance Company in relation to administrative and stop loss fees (invoice J2478667) for the month of July 2025 in the amount of $305,347.90 with authority for County Treasurer to process wire transfer after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. (Audio Reference 15m:11s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 8.A.1-3.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 8.A.1-3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 13.C.3.
Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of 06/16/2025 - 06/30/2025 in the amount of $36,294.27 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Current Amount | Proposed Amount |
| Remove Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0178 | Deputy Sheriff | $500.00 | $0.00 |
| Add Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0088 | Deputy Sheriff | $0.00 | $500.00 |
Requesting approval to pay Fire and Life Safety educator course for Texas Commission of Fire Protection in the amount of $225.00 payable to Diamondback Emergency Vehicles, LLC for Homero Garza with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas Narcotic Officers Association (TNOA)for several employees in the total amount of $80.00(Requisition #00520323), with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Approval to pay 2025 membership dues with authority for County Treasurer to issue check once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor for the following:
| Vendor | Amount | Acct. # |
| Texas Border Coalition | $10,000.00 | 5-1100-413-30-125-004-0-810 |
1. Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated:
| FROM | TO | |||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg. | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Budgeted Salary | G/S | Proposed Salary | Effective Date |
| Step Adjustment (Promotion) | 280-002 | 0375 | Administrative Assistant I | 04/01 | $29,460.00 | 04/03 | $31,200.00 | 06/30/2025 |
A. FOR ANY CONTRACTS(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
Fern McClaugherty submitted a Public Participation Form for agenda item 13.B.1. She inquired about the type of equipment being referenced and asked Commissioner Cantu whether similar equipment exists elsewhere in the county.
Commissioner Cantu stated that the retractable batting tunnel system includes technology to measure swing speed. He noted that the only sports complex in the county is located in Precinct 2, where free baseball lessons are offered for both baseball and softball players. The new equipment is being purchased to better serve the community that utilizes the facility. He also mentioned that Precinct 1 is in the process of building a sports complex.
The Court proceeded to the regular Commissioner’s Court Agenda – Item 8.A.
B. Requesting acceptance and approval of Change Order No. 3 from Clore Equipment LLC, for the "Mercedes Gate Stormwater Project" (C-24-0221-11-12), to reflect the 75 calendar days beyond the original contract completion date, as recommended by the Project Engineer, J & R Engineering.
| Project Name | Invoice Date | Invoice No. | Total Amount | Purchase Order No. |
| Mile 6 WA#5 (M11-M14½) | 06/30/2025 | 11330121 | $900.00 | 862918 |
| Mile 6 WA#6 (M11-M14½) | 06/30/2025 | 11330122 | $55,660.30 | 882106 |
| Mile 6 WA#7 (M11-M14½) | 06/30/2025 | 11330132 | $155,461.24 | 899875 |
| Mile 6 WA#2 (M14½-SH107) | 06/30/2025 | 11330120 | $3,300.00 | 815794 |
| Mile 10 WA#2 (Mile 6 to FM 1015) | 06/30/2025 | 11330115 | $13,178.88 | 860539 |
| Mile 10 WA#3 (Mile 6 to FM 1015) | 06/30/2025 | 11330123 | $22,690.00 | 886545 |
| Mile 1 E WA#1 (Bus83N to Mile 8N) | 06/30/2025 | 11330116 | $1,500.00 | 868315 |
| Mile 1 E WA#2 (Bus83N to Mile 8N) | 06/30/2025 | 11330117 | 7,875.00 | 886869 |
| Mile 1 E WA#3 (Bus83N to Mile 8N) | 06/30/2025 | 11330118 | $128,010.85 | 899120 |
| Nolana Loop WA#1 (FM 493 to FM 88) | 06/30/2025 | 11330107 | $30,942.40 | 873385 |
| Mercedes Gate Structure | 06/27/2025 | 25-6-000015 | $1,833.93 | 892645 |
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 13.C.3.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 13.C.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Items 13.E.1&2.
| Project Name | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO# |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#3) | 06/30/25 | 11330108 | $10,561.65 | 795673 |
| SH107/Bus281 Rd. & Drain Improv. Prj. (WA#4) | 06/30/25 | 11330109 | $3,187.14 | 888077 |
| Nolana Loop Project (WA#4) | 06/30/25 | 11330112 | $3,717.03 | 881797 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#4) | 06/30/25 | 11330124 | $8,240.00 | 853336 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#5) | 06/30/25 | 11330126 | $2,390.05 | 853337 |
| Nolana Loop Project (WA#2) | 06/30/25 | 11330127 | $12,700.00 | 826939 |
25-0170-05-13 Recreational Trails Connectivity Project- Mission Segment 1 - URBE 21 Design and Construction, LLC.
25-0169-05-13 Recreational Trails Connectivity Project- McAllen Segment 1 - RBM Contractors, LLC.
25-0063-04-01 Recreational Trails Connectivity Project- Mission Segment 2 - RBM Contractors, LLC.
24-0217-08-20 Recreational Trails Connectivity Project- McAllen Segment 2 - Synergy Development and Construction, LLC.
| Invoice No. | REQ No. | PO No. | Project Name | Amount |
| 11330114 | 483504 | 872310 | Liberty Rd., WA#5 | $2,700.00 |
| 11330128 | 362260 | 868501 | Veterans Blvd., WA#3 | $36,426.35 |
| 11330110 | 484709 | 873046 | Los Ebanos Rd., WA#1 | $58,188.73 |
| 11330113 | 288271 | 735526 | Liberty Rd., WA#3 | $2,400.00 |
| Invoice Date | Project Name | Vendor Name | Invoice Number | P.O. Number | Invoice Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/01/2025 | Betts Esparza Park | Brownstone | 1127 | 890238 | $8,863.64 |
| 07/01/2025 | Hidalgo County Precinct 4 CRC | Brownstone | 1126 | 884786 | $9,084.55 |
| 07/01/2025 | Russell Rd Realign WA#2 | GDJ Engineering | 2025-101 | 867303 | $26,845.00 |
| 06/25/2025 | Betts/Esparza Park Project | Milnet | 224034-02 | 894260 | $94,500.00 |
| 06/30/2025 | Mile 5 Project WA#2 | L&G Engineering | 11330105 | 808447 | $823.62 |
| 06/30/2025 | FM1925 Project WA#3 | L&G Engineering | 11330119 | 868045 | $7,250.71 |
| 06/30/2025 | FM1925 Project WA#2 | L&G Engineering | 11330111 | 854100 | 11,166.89 |
(Audio Reference 15m:36s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 13.E.1.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 13.E.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 13.E.2.
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 13.E.2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 13.E.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the regular Commissioner’s Court Agenda – Item 5.
| Vendor Name | Tasks | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO # |
| L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. | RGV-MPO Policy & TAC Committee Meetings | 06/30/2025 | 11330131 | $12,599.76 | 891351 |
Requesting declaration of public purpose, pursuant to the Texas Constitution, Art. 3 Sec. 52 for the purchase of promotional items to include: drawstring backpacks, notepads, plastic water bottles, highlighters, paper, and notebooks. These items will be used to inform, educate, and report information to our constituents on aspects dealing with public safety and education.
| PO # | Application # | Date | Amount |
| 874037 | 16 | 05/01/25 | $5,283.80 |
| PO # | Invoice # | Invoice Date | Amount |
| 899671 | 2025-083 | 06/18/2025 | $3,335.00 |
| Work Authorization # | PO # | Invoice # | Invoice Date | Amount |
| 2 | 895944 | 25-05-0130 | 05/31/2025 | $11,526.00 |
| 2 | 895944 | 25-04-0092 | 04/30/2025 | $8,490.50 |
| Work Authorization # | PO # | Invoice # | Invoice Date | Amount |
| 2 | 900089 | 1120 | 06/04/2025 | $6,094.72 |
| 2 | 900089 | 1129 | 07/01/2025 | $6,094.72 |
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 8th day of July, 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 July 8, 2025.
Signed this 16th day of July 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