BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 14th day of October 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 DAVID FUENTES HONORABLE EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU HONORABLE EVERARDO "EVER" VILLARREAL HONORABLE ELLIE TORRES |
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 OCTOBER 14, 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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 20m:10s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested to pull Consent Agenda Items 6.A.1,2,&3., 8.B., 13.D.1., 13.E., and 13.J.6., for further discussion.
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 to the Commissioner's Court - Consent Agenda, with the exception of items pulled for discussion.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Reference Consent Agenda Items 6.A.1,2,&3., 8.B., 13.D.1., 13.E., and 13.J.6., for action taken.
2. Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b)
a. Maravillas Estates Phase 4 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Hani, Diora, LLC.) (Mile 1 West & Mile 11 North Road)
Reimbursement Request:$94,500.00 for (63 OSSF’S)
b. Oak Hill Ranch Ph. 1 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Landco) (Mile 20 North Road & FM 88 Road)
Reimbursement Request:$1,000.00 for (1 OSSF)
c. Stone Oaks Subdivision – Pct. 1 (A & M Construction) (Mile 6 ½ West Road & Mile 11 North Road)
Reimbursement Request:$1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
Requesting approval to purchase one (1) large replacement historical marker from the Texas Historical Commission in the amount of $2,500.00 plus $100.00 application fee, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
| 9/18/2025 - 9/24/2025 | $871,095.97 |
| 9/25/2025 - 9/30/2025 | $(950,214.17) |
| Total | $(79,118.20) |
3. Approval to make payment to AETNA Insurance Company in relation to administrative and stop loss fees (invoice J2680626) for the month of October 2025 in the amount of $308,945.31 with authority for County Treasurer to process wire transfer after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. (Audio Reference 21m:12s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 6.A.1,2,&3.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 6.A.1,2,&3.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of 09/16/2025 - 09/30/2025 in the amount of $49,448.02 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2026:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Current Amount | Proposed Amount |
| Remove Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0015 | Lieutenant | $500.00 | $0.00 |
| Add Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0393 | Lieutenant | $0.00 | $500.00 |
| Add Clothing Allowance | 280-108 | 0005 | Deputy Sheriff | $0.00 | $500.00 |
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1. | D3690.98.000.0014.00 | DAVID MARTINEZ VILMA MARTINEZ | $4,515.29 |
| 2. | E7240.02.000.0070.00 | LIDIA GARCIA | $2,584.15 |
| 3. | L2490.01.002.0001.00 | PROSPERITY HEALTH CARE, LLC | $3,635.19 |
| 4. | L3173.02.000.0033.00 | MARIA EUGENIA QUEVEDO MONJARAS | $6,238.62 |
| 5. | P9100.99.000.0000.I8 | FLEX FLEET RENTAL LLC | $2,568.27 |
| 6. | R1070.00.000.0011.00 | VOELSCHOW JOHN & LINDA (PAID BY: HOME TAX SOLUTIONS LLC) | $12,439.75 |
| 7. | T3510.00.000.0077.00 | CORELOGIC TAX SERVICES, LLC | $3,052.40 |
| 8. | T4085.00.000.0005.00 | APPLIED INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGIES | $2,922.92 |
Requesting approval to pay the Texas Commission On Fire Protection renewal certifications for Jose O. Alanis, Mentor Cantu, Oscar Lopez, Homero Garza, Liza Aguirre, Roberto Chavez and Eric L. Sanchez in the amount of $420.00 with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay renewal certifications for Deputy Fire Marshal Ricardo Salinas in the amount $120.00 to the Texas Commission On Fire Protection with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. (Audio Reference 20m:40s)
County Executive Officer Valde Guerra noted a correction to Consent Agenda Item 8.B., clarifying that the correct name of the Deputy Fire Marshal is Ricardo Saldana.
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 8.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Requesting approval to pay renewal membership dues in the amount of $100.00 to the Government Finance Officers Association of Texas for Dagoberto Soto Jr., Budget Officer, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. Req# 526055
Requesting approval to pay the 2025-2026 (PRIA) Property Records Industry Association membership dues in the amount of $395.00 for Arturo Guajardo, Jr., Hidalgo County Clerk, and $50.00 for Associate Membership dues for Annette Muñiz, Chief Deputy, in the combined amount of $445.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Approval of 2025 interfund transfer from Co. Wide Adm.- Contingency (1100) to Transfers In-General Fund (1283) in the amount of $10,400.00 to fund the county's cash match portion in relation to the FY 2025 HAVA Election Security grant for the Elections Department.
Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated and for calendar year 2026:
| FROM | TO | |||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Budgeted Salary/Allowance | G/S | Proposed Salary/Allowance | Effective Date |
| Step Adjustment (Demotion)/ Create Allowance Slot (Longevity) | 080-017 | 0008 | Assistant District Attorney II | 03/01 | $77,409.00 | 03/03 | $82,922.00 | 10/06/2025 |
| 080-002 | A259 | $0.00 | $5,000.00 | |||||
Requesting approval of appropriation of D.O.J. Funds in the amount of $60,000.00 for the purchase of uniforms for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office.
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).
2. In accordance with TLGC 263.151(2) and 263.152(a)(1)(3), requesting authorization to declare the items listed in Exhibit "A" as surplus for sale through auction and to remove assets after the auction or to dispose of assets if no bids are received.
3. Pursuant to TLGC 263.153, requesting authority to publish an advertisement for the auction of general merchandise, vehicles, and equipment.
| No. | Project Name | Invoice Date | Invoice No. | Total Amount | Purchase Order No. |
| 1 | Mile 6 WA#6 (M11-M14½) | 09/30/2025 | 11330216 | $12,798.60 | 882106 |
| 2 | Mile 6 WA#7 (M11-M14½) | 09/30/2025 | 11330217 | $253,238.61 | 899875 |
| 3 | Mile 6 WA#2 (M14½-SH107) | 09/30/2025 | 11330225 | $5,680.00 | 815794 |
| 4 | Mile 6 WA#3 (M14½-SH107) | 09/30/2025 | 11330212 | $23,190.00 | 829916 |
| 5 | Mile 10 WA#2 (Mile 6 to FM 1015) | 09/30/2025 | 11330226 | $19,800.00 | 860539 |
| 6 | Mile 10 WA#3 (Mile 6 to FM 1015) | 09/30/2025 | 11330218 | $78,226.00 | 886545 |
| 7 | Mile 1 E WA#1 (Bus83N to Mile 8N) | 09/30/2025 | 11330213 | $2,000.00 | 868315 |
| 8 | Mile 1 E WA#2 (Bus83N to Mile 8N) | 09/30/2025 | 11330214 | $3,000.00 | 886869 |
| 9 | Mile 1 E WA#3 (Bus83N to Mile 8N) | 09/30/2025 | 11330215 | $133,044.99 | 899120 |
| 10 | Nolana Loop WA#1 (FM 493 to FM 88) | 09/30/2025 | 11330209 | $52,211.78 | 873385 |
| Project Name | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO# |
| Nolana Loop Project (WA#4) | 09/30/25 | 11330200 | $3,717.04 | 881797 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#3) | 09/30/25 | 11330210 | $10,007.68 | 795673 |
| SH107/Bus281 Rd. & Drain Improv. Prj. (WA#4) | 09/30/25 | 11330211 | $1,433.11 | 888077 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#4) | 09/30/25 | 11330219 | $1,200.00 | 853336 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#5) | 09/30/25 | 11330220 | $753.19 | 853337 |
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 13.D.1.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 13.D.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
| Invoice Number | Invoice Date | PO Number | Project Name | Vendor Name | Total Amount |
| 11330202 | 9/30/2025 | 872310 | Liberty Rd Project WA#5 | L&G Consulting Engineering | $9,450.00 |
| 11330221 | 9/30/2025 | 868501 | Veterans Blvd. WA#3 | L&G Consulting Engineering | $2,656.66 |
| 11330201 | 9/30/2025 | 735526 | Liberty Rd Project WA#3 | L&G Consulting Engineering | $8,400.00 |
| Project Name | Invoice No. & Date | Vendor Name | P.O. No. | Amount |
| El Paraiso Project | 2025-157 / 9-30-2025 | ERO | 900101 | $5,445.00 |
| El Paraiso Project | 1156 / 10-1-2025 | Brownstone | 899444 | $9,141.68 |
B. Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 12 in the amount of $66,302.41 for the Liberty Blvd. Project (U.S. 83 to Mile 3), submitted by the project engineer SAMES, INC.
| Invoice Date | Project Name | Vendor Name | Invoice Number | P.O. Number | ARPA Project Number | Invoice Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/26/2025 | Landrill Gas Monitoring | APTIM | 684570-RI-00631 | 895386 | N/A | $11,256.45 |
| 10/01/2025 | Betts Esparza Park | Brownstone | 1153 | 890238 | N/A | $8,863.64 |
| 10/01/2025 | Pct.4 CRC | Brownstone | 1155 | 884786 | N/A | $4,542.23 |
| 10/01/2025 | Russell Rd Realign | GDJ Engineering | 2025-156 | 867303 | N/A | $19,519.20 |
| 09/30/2025 | Mile 5 Project WA#2 | L&G Consulting Engineering | 11330203 | 808447 | N/A | $617.71 |
| 09/30/2025 | FM1925 WA#3 | L&G Consulting Engineering | 11330206 | 868045 | N/A | $1,500.00 |
| 09/30/2025 | FM1925 WA#2 | L&G Consulting Engineering | 11330207 | 854100 | N/A | $1,033.45 |
| 09/30/2025 | FM1925 WA#4 | L&G Consulting Engineering | 11330204 | 902223 | N/A | $9,408.00 |
| 09/10/2025 | Trenton Roadway Improvements | Tedsi | 203239 | 859188 | N/A | $12,274.04 |
| 10/02/2025 | J-01 SW Project | Tedsi | 203251 | 875089 | 23-124-346 | $1,388.72 |
(Audio Reference 20m:56s)
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: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Requesting approval of the following invoices with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor:
| Vendor Name | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | Period | PO# |
| Consor Engineers, LLC | 9/9/25 | D210905TX.02-6 | $30,023.00 | 4/1-8/31/25 | 853655 |
| Vendor Name | Tasks | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO # |
| L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. | RGV-MPO Policy & TAC Committee Meetings | 09/30/2025 | 11330223 | $12,599.76 | 891351 |
| Invoice No. | Amount | Invoice Period |
| 1160058972 | $87,133.61 | March 2025 |
| Work Authorization No. | PO No. | Invoice No. | Invoice Date | Amount |
| 2 | 895944 | 25-08-0107 | 08/31/2025 | $3,298.00 |
| PO No. | Payment Application No. | Date | Amount |
| 895624 | 3 | 07/31/2025 | $91,789.57 |
| 895624 | 4 | 08/31/2025 | $166,553.05 |
(Audio Reference 21m:12s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 13.J.6.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 13.J.6.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the regular Commissioner’s Court Agenda – Item 5.
| Work Authorization No. | PO No. | Invoice No. | Invoice Date | Amount |
| 2 | 900089 | 1156 | 10/01/2025 | $6,095.12 |
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 14th day of October, 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 October 14, 2025.
Signed this 16th day of October 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