SPECIAL MEETING - SEPTEMBER 2, 2025
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 2nd day of September 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 SEPTEMBER 2, 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:24s)
Judge Richard F. Cortez called the meeting to order at 9:31 A.M.
All members of the Board were present during the roll call, except Commissioner Ellie Torres. Commissioner Torres joined the meeting at a later time.
Judge Richard F. Cortez called the meeting to order at 9:31 A.M.
All members of the Board were present during the roll call, except Commissioner Ellie Torres. Commissioner Torres joined the meeting at a later time.
2.
Prayer (Audio Reference 00m:39s)
General Manager of the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, Raul Sesin, offered the prayer.
General Manager of the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, Raul Sesin, offered the prayer.
3.
Open Forum (Audio Reference 02m:52s)
There were no public participants for Open Forum.
There were no public participants for Open Forum.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda (Audio Reference 02m:56s)
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 04m:24s)
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 -100588
1. Submission of the 2025 Water District Voter-Approval Tax Rate Worksheet (form 50-858) for Developing Districts (Audio Reference 04m:53s)
Commissioner Ellie Torres joined the meeting at this time.
2. Discussion of the 2025 Tax Rates. Current Voter Approval Rate, and Current Year Election Tax Rate. (Audio Reference 05m:33s)
The Drainage District team recommended maintaining the 2025 tax rate at 0.1123, the current rate, which reflects a 3.62% increase in taxes. It was noted that the Voter Approval Rate would allow an increase up to 0.1143, and the Election Tax Rate would allow an increase up to 0.1170. However, as Mr. Sesin stated, the District will keep the rate at 0.1123.
3. Discussion of the 2025 Planning Calendar. (Audio Reference 07m:12s)
As part of the planning calendar, a notice of tax increase will be issued for September 23, 2025, at 9:30 A.M.
4. Record vote on the proposed 2025 Tax Rate and schedule a public hearing if applicable. (Audio Reference 07m:47s)
The Drainage District team recommended maintaining the 2025 tax rate at 0.1123, the current rate.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made an INDIVIDUAL member vote of approval on agenda item 6.A.4.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Individually
Commissioner Ellie Torres joined the meeting at this time.
2. Discussion of the 2025 Tax Rates. Current Voter Approval Rate, and Current Year Election Tax Rate. (Audio Reference 05m:33s)
The Drainage District team recommended maintaining the 2025 tax rate at 0.1123, the current rate, which reflects a 3.62% increase in taxes. It was noted that the Voter Approval Rate would allow an increase up to 0.1143, and the Election Tax Rate would allow an increase up to 0.1170. However, as Mr. Sesin stated, the District will keep the rate at 0.1123.
3. Discussion of the 2025 Planning Calendar. (Audio Reference 07m:12s)
As part of the planning calendar, a notice of tax increase will be issued for September 23, 2025, at 9:30 A.M.
4. Record vote on the proposed 2025 Tax Rate and schedule a public hearing if applicable. (Audio Reference 07m:47s)
The Drainage District team recommended maintaining the 2025 tax rate at 0.1123, the current rate.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made an INDIVIDUAL member vote of approval on agenda item 6.A.4.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Individually
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County Judge, Richard F. Cortez – Aye
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Commissioner Pct. 1, David Fuentes – Aye
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Commissioner Pct. 2, Eduardo “Eddie” Cantu – Aye
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Commissioner Pct. 3, Everardo “Ever” Villarreal – Aye
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Commissioner Pct. 4, Ellie Torres – Aye
Attachments:
B.
AI -100503
1. Consideration and possible action regarding an increase of the monetary threshold limit for requiring formal advertised bids for contracts related to construction, renovation of district facilities, purchase of equipment, materials and machinery to $150,000, and solicit and obtain at least three written competitive bids for similar contracts and purchases between $25,000 and $150,000 to align with Chapter 49.273(d),(e) of the Texas Water Code. (Audio Reference 09m:38s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.B.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Pursuant to Board approval, requesting approval to increase the small purchase threshold to not more than $25,000, which does not require advertising or competitive bids, in accordance with Chapter 49.273(f) of the Texas Water Code. (Audio Reference 10m:48s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.B.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.B.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Pursuant to Board approval, requesting approval to increase the small purchase threshold to not more than $25,000, which does not require advertising or competitive bids, in accordance with Chapter 49.273(f) of the Texas Water Code. (Audio Reference 10m:48s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.B.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI -100489
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) a professional service. (Audio Reference 11m:04s)
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 6.C.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate an On-Call Professional Service Agreement on an as-needed basis for the provision of ''Real Estate Appraisal Services'' with the listed firms below from the District's pre-approved "Pool" of pre-qualified Professional Real Estate Appraisal Services as approved by the Board of Directors on April 01, 2025, AI-98910:
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 6.C.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate an On-Call Professional Service Agreement on an as-needed basis for the provision of ''Real Estate Appraisal Services'' with the listed firms below from the District's pre-approved "Pool" of pre-qualified Professional Real Estate Appraisal Services as approved by the Board of Directors on April 01, 2025, AI-98910:
- RGV Appraisal Sevices, LLC
- Leonel Garza Jr. & Associates, LLC
- Appraisal Haus, LLC
Mr. Sesin stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 6.C.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 6.C.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI -100524
1. Requesting authority to advertise and the approval of the Request for Proposal (RFP) packet to establish a ''Pre-qualified Pool'' for Title Company Services for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 projects on an ''As needed Basis'' (RFP No. HCDD1-25-004-09-24-ESZ). (Audio Reference 12m:00s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.D.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Pursuant to Board approval, requesting authority to exercise the Sixty (60) Day Grace Period extension for all the On-Call Title Services Agreements with the listed companies under the same rates, terms and conditions for the completion of the procurement process to award a new agreement:
(Audio Reference 12m:20s)
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.D.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.D.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Pursuant to Board approval, requesting authority to exercise the Sixty (60) Day Grace Period extension for all the On-Call Title Services Agreements with the listed companies under the same rates, terms and conditions for the completion of the procurement process to award a new agreement:
| Sierra Title of Hidalgo County, Inc. | C-HCDD1-23-007A-09-05 |
| Valley Land Title Co. | C-HCDD1-23-007B-09-05 |
| Amigo Title | C-HCDD1-23-035-09-05 |
(Audio Reference 12m:20s)
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.D.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI -100512
Requesting approval to acquire an additional module(s) with Vertosoft (OpenGov), for the Enterprise Procurement and Contract Management System, at an initial setup cost of $44,195.36 and an annual renewal fee of $17,283.36 thereafter. The purchase will be made through the District's participation in the DIR cooperative Contract No. DIR-CPO-5327. Authorization is requested for the District General Manager, or designee, to execute the agreement and related order documents. (Subject to final legal review) (Audio Reference 12m:42s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.E., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.E., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
7.
2018 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -100494
Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 2 to provide Construction Materials Testing Services (CMT) for a total amount of $20,725.60 as submitted by L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. for "Monte Cristo Rd & Conway Rd - 2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 27" Contract No. C-HCDD1-23-039-08-08. (Audio Reference 13m:25s)
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.A.
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 7.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -100598
Requesting authority to advertise and the approval of the RFB packet (requirements, specifications and plans) for "East Mercedes -2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 10A", RFB-HCDD1-25-055-09-24-JS, 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 13m:50s)
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.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 7.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI -100585
Mile 11 N & Texas Blvd - Budget 523
Approval to issue payments on award from Honorable Judge Sergio Valdez to (3) special commissioners, Ruben Ramirez, Ruy Mireles, and Oscar Salinas in the amount of $4,500.00 each pertaining to condemnation proceedings for Cause CCD-0769-G Maria del Rosario Quirin Cedillo. (Audio Reference 14m:52s)
Judge Cortez asked how the current price compares to previous amounts. Mr. Sesin responded that the last price was $1,500.
Commissioner Cantu abstained from agenda item 7.C.
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 item 7.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval to issue payments on award from Honorable Judge Sergio Valdez to (3) special commissioners, Ruben Ramirez, Ruy Mireles, and Oscar Salinas in the amount of $4,500.00 each pertaining to condemnation proceedings for Cause CCD-0769-G Maria del Rosario Quirin Cedillo. (Audio Reference 14m:52s)
Judge Cortez asked how the current price compares to previous amounts. Mr. Sesin responded that the last price was $1,500.
Commissioner Cantu abstained from agenda item 7.C.
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 item 7.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
8.
2023 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -100561
1. Requesting approval to accept bids and award a Construction Contract to the most responsive bidder, Synergy Development & Construction, in the amount of $1,200,000.00, for the project ''PD Lateral Drain Extension 3 -2023 Bond Referendum Project No. 15'', RFB No. HCDD1-25-039-07-16-JS as recommended by Project Engineer, South Texas Infrastructure Group, LLC, (subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295) (Audio Reference 16m:25s)
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.A.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 17m:10s)
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.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.A.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 17m:10s)
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.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -100581
South Main Drain Phase 1 - Budget 703
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 14 in the amount of $255,274.20 from RG Enterprises, LLC dba G&G Contractors pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-053-10-31 South Main Drain Phase 1. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr. PE CFM PO#648721 (Audio Reference 17m:27s)
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.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Torres asked about the project timeline. Mr. Sesin stated that the project is progressing and that he will provide her with a more updated report on the schedule and anticipated completion.
South Main Drain Phase 2 - Budget 703
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 13 in the amount of $739,988.54 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 18m:21s)
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.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Mission McAllen Drain - Budget 712
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 6 in the amount of $46,620.00 from Synergy Development & Construction pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-032-07-09 Mission McAllen Drain. Project Egineer SAMES Engineering PO#649764 (Audio Reference 18m:46s)
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.3.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Mission McAllen Lateral Channel - Budget 712
4. Approval of Application for Payment No. 5 in the amount of $224,100.00 from Synergy Development & Construction pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-057-10-23 Mission McAllen Lateral Channel. Project Engineer B2Z Engineering PO#650255 (Audio Reference 19m:02s)
Mr. Sesin stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 8.B.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 item 8.B.4.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
West Main Drain 3 Phase 1 - Budget 714
5. Approval of Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $278,429.20 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
Reference Agenda Item 8.B.7, for action taken.
West Main Drain - Budget 714
6. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from Blue Dot Site pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-026-06-11 West Main Drain. Project Engineer Izaguirre Engineering Group PO#649592
Reference Agenda Item 8.B.7, for action taken.
7. Approval of Application for Payment No. 9 Retainage in the amount of $64,912.17 and $541.36 in interest, pursuant to Texas Water Code 49.276 (d), to Blue Dot Site pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-026-06-11 West Main Drain. Project Engineer Izaguirre Engineering Group PO#649592 (Audio Reference 19m:32s)
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 8.B.5-7.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 14 in the amount of $255,274.20 from RG Enterprises, LLC dba G&G Contractors pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-053-10-31 South Main Drain Phase 1. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr. PE CFM PO#648721 (Audio Reference 17m:27s)
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.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Torres asked about the project timeline. Mr. Sesin stated that the project is progressing and that he will provide her with a more updated report on the schedule and anticipated completion.
South Main Drain Phase 2 - Budget 703
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 13 in the amount of $739,988.54 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 18m:21s)
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.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Mission McAllen Drain - Budget 712
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 6 in the amount of $46,620.00 from Synergy Development & Construction pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-032-07-09 Mission McAllen Drain. Project Egineer SAMES Engineering PO#649764 (Audio Reference 18m:46s)
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.3.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Mission McAllen Lateral Channel - Budget 712
4. Approval of Application for Payment No. 5 in the amount of $224,100.00 from Synergy Development & Construction pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-057-10-23 Mission McAllen Lateral Channel. Project Engineer B2Z Engineering PO#650255 (Audio Reference 19m:02s)
Mr. Sesin stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 8.B.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 item 8.B.4.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
West Main Drain 3 Phase 1 - Budget 714
5. Approval of Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $278,429.20 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
Reference Agenda Item 8.B.7, for action taken.
West Main Drain - Budget 714
6. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from Blue Dot Site pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-026-06-11 West Main Drain. Project Engineer Izaguirre Engineering Group PO#649592
Reference Agenda Item 8.B.7, for action taken.
7. Approval of Application for Payment No. 9 Retainage in the amount of $64,912.17 and $541.36 in interest, pursuant to Texas Water Code 49.276 (d), to Blue Dot Site pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-026-06-11 West Main Drain. Project Engineer Izaguirre Engineering Group PO#649592 (Audio Reference 19m:32s)
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 8.B.5-7.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
9.
General Fund:
A.
AI -100586
1. Consider and approve an order authorizing issuance, sale and delivery of Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Unlimited Tax Improvement Bonds, Series 2025 under the provisions of Chapter 1371 et. Seq., Texas Government Code; payable from the levy of a direct and continuing unlimited annual ad valorem tax pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 56, Texas Water Code; setting certain parameters for the bonds; authorizing a pricing officer to approve the amount, the interest rates, price, redemption provisions and terms thereof and certain other procedures and provisions related thereto; authorizing the use of an official statement to be used in connection with the sale of the bonds; and making other provisions regarding such bonds and matters incident thereto. (Audio Reference 20m:41s)
Reference Agenda Item 9.A.3., for action taken.
2. Consider and approve an order authorizing issuance, sale and delivery of Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Unlimited Tax Improvement Bonds, Taxable Series 2025 under the provisions of Chapter 1371 et. Seq., Texas Government Code; payable from the levy of a direct and continuing unlimited annual ad valorem tax pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 56, Texas Water Code; setting certain parameters for the bonds; authorizing a pricing officer to approve the amount, the interest rates, price, redemption provisions and terms thereof and certain other procedures and provisions related thereto; authorizing the use of an official statement to be used in connection with the sale of the bonds; and making other provisions regarding such bonds and matters incident thereto. (Audio Reference 24m:14s)
Reference Agenda Item 9.A.3., for action taken.
3. Consider and approve an order authorizing issuance, sale and delivery of Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Unlimited Tax Refunding Bonds, Series 2025; delegating certain authority to a Pricing Officer of the District pursuant to the provisions of Texas Government Code, Sections 1207.007 and 1207.008; payable from the levy of a direct and continuing unlimited annual ad valorem tax pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 56, Texas Water Code; setting certain parameters for the bonds; authorizing a pricing officer to approve the amount, the interest rates, price, redemption provisions and terms thereof and certain other procedures and provisions related thereto; authorizing the use of an official statement to be used in connection with the sale of the bonds, the refunding of certain outstanding obligations and the execution of an Escrow Agreement; and making other provisions regarding such bonds and matters incident thereto.” (Audio Reference 24m:51s)
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 items 9.A.1-3.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Reference Agenda Item 9.A.3., for action taken.
2. Consider and approve an order authorizing issuance, sale and delivery of Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Unlimited Tax Improvement Bonds, Taxable Series 2025 under the provisions of Chapter 1371 et. Seq., Texas Government Code; payable from the levy of a direct and continuing unlimited annual ad valorem tax pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 56, Texas Water Code; setting certain parameters for the bonds; authorizing a pricing officer to approve the amount, the interest rates, price, redemption provisions and terms thereof and certain other procedures and provisions related thereto; authorizing the use of an official statement to be used in connection with the sale of the bonds; and making other provisions regarding such bonds and matters incident thereto. (Audio Reference 24m:14s)
Reference Agenda Item 9.A.3., for action taken.
3. Consider and approve an order authorizing issuance, sale and delivery of Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Unlimited Tax Refunding Bonds, Series 2025; delegating certain authority to a Pricing Officer of the District pursuant to the provisions of Texas Government Code, Sections 1207.007 and 1207.008; payable from the levy of a direct and continuing unlimited annual ad valorem tax pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 56, Texas Water Code; setting certain parameters for the bonds; authorizing a pricing officer to approve the amount, the interest rates, price, redemption provisions and terms thereof and certain other procedures and provisions related thereto; authorizing the use of an official statement to be used in connection with the sale of the bonds, the refunding of certain outstanding obligations and the execution of an Escrow Agreement; and making other provisions regarding such bonds and matters incident thereto.” (Audio Reference 24m:51s)
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 items 9.A.1-3.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
10.
Closed Session: (Audio Reference 25m:51s)
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 9:56 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, 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 9:56 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, 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)
Reference Agenda Item 11.A., for action taken.
Reference Agenda Item 11.A., for action taken.
B.
Personnel Matters (Tex. Gov't. Code 551.074)
No action was taken on this item.
No action was taken on this item.
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)
Reference Agenda Item 11.B., for action taken.
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)
Reference Agenda Item 11.B., for action taken.
11.
Open Session: (Audio Reference 28m:57s)
The Board returned from Closed Session at approximately 10:03 A.M.
The Board returned from Closed Session at approximately 10:03 A.M.
A.
Possible Action of Real Estate Acquisition (Audio Reference 29m:02s)
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. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
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. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
B.
Possible Action on Pending and/or Potential Litigation
No action was taken on this item.
No action was taken on this item.
12.
Adjourn (Audio Reference 29m:15s)
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 10:03 A.M.
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 to adjourn the meeting.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 10:03 A.M.
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 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 2nd day of September, 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 September 2, 2025.
Signed this 22nd day of September 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 2nd day of September, 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 September 2, 2025.
Signed this 22nd day of September 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