SPECIAL MEETING - OCTOBER 14, 2025
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 14th day of October 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 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 DRAINAGE DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS OCTOBER 14, 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:07s)
Commissioner Fuentes called the meeting to order at 9:33 A.M.
All members of the Board were present during the roll call except Judge Cortez and Commissioner Villarreal.
Judge Cortez was absent from this meeting. Commissioner Villarreal joined the meeting at a later time.
Commissioner Fuentes called the meeting to order at 9:33 A.M.
All members of the Board were present during the roll call except Judge Cortez and Commissioner Villarreal.
Judge Cortez was absent from this meeting. Commissioner Villarreal joined the meeting at a later time.
2.
Prayer (Audio Reference 00m:20s)
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 03m:08s)
During the Open Forum, Lupe Chavez expressed concerns regarding potential conflicts of interest involving civil service, contract law, and county employees.
Commissioner Villarreal joined the meeting at this time.
During the Open Forum, Lupe Chavez expressed concerns regarding potential conflicts of interest involving civil service, contract law, and county employees.
Commissioner Villarreal joined the meeting at this time.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda (Audio Reference 06m:40s)
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 08m:17s)
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 -101061
1. Discussion of the 89th Texas Legislature's House Bill 500 that appropriated funding for the Delta Region Water Management Project.
2. Approval of Resolution and Affidavit requesting financial assistance from the Texas Water Development Board for the Delta Region Water Management Project.
3. Approval to designate Raul E. Sesin, PE, CFM as the Authorized Representative and signor of Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 for financial assistance and any other necessary documents that may apply. (Audio Reference 09m:53s)
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.1-3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of Resolution and Affidavit requesting financial assistance from the Texas Water Development Board for the Delta Region Water Management Project.
3. Approval to designate Raul E. Sesin, PE, CFM as the Authorized Representative and signor of Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 for financial assistance and any other necessary documents that may apply. (Audio Reference 09m:53s)
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.1-3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -101096
Requesting approval to purchase a weather monitoring system (flood monitor & rain gauge system), through the Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 membership/participation with Omnia Partners Cooperative awarded Contract No. 4400008468 from Safeware Inc, in the total amount of $334,034.04. (Audio Reference 10m:37s)
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.
Vote: 4 - 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.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
7.
2018 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -101007
Requesting approval to enter into a Possession and Use Agreement with A.A. Garza, Ltd., in connection with the 2018 Bond Project 30- Peñitas Drain Project Parcel 30-1, and authority for the Chairman of Board to execute all necessary documents. (Audio Reference 11m:00s)
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.A.
Vote: 4 - 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 7.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -101010
Requesting approval to enter into a Possession and Use Agreement with Danny Victor Longoria, in connection with the 2018 Bond Project 8- Anaquitas, Parcel 8E4, and authority for the Chairman of Board to execute all necessary documents. (Audio Reference 11m:19s)
Reference Agenda Item 7.D., for action taken.
Reference Agenda Item 7.D., for action taken.
Attachments:
C.
AI -101107
Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 8-E3 as it relates to Project 8 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Anaquitas Drainage Project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents. Subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 11m:31s)
Reference Agenda Item 7.D., for action taken.
Reference Agenda Item 7.D., for action taken.
Attachments:
D.
AI -101080
Raymondville Drain - Budget 010
Payment approval of Invoice No. 12 2025 R in the amount of $82,374.48 from Hidalgo County Precinct 4 for Pay Period 12 2025 work on Raymondville Drain. (Audio Reference 11m:42s)
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.B-D.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Payment approval of Invoice No. 12 2025 R in the amount of $82,374.48 from Hidalgo County Precinct 4 for Pay Period 12 2025 work on Raymondville Drain. (Audio Reference 11m:42s)
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.B-D.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
8.
2023 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -100991
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 604AL -2023 Bond Referendum Project No. 8.5", RFB No. HCDD1-25-059-11-05-ESZ, including the re-advertisement of project if no bids are received or rejected. (Audio Reference 12m:01s)
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.
Vote: 4 - 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.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -101078
South Main Drain Phase 1 - Budget 703
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 16 in the amount of $253,377.00 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 (Audio Reference 12m:37s)
Reference Agenda Item 8.B.2., for action taken.
South Main Drain Phase 2 - Budget 703
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 14 in the amount of $678,964.86 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 12m:55s)
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 items 8.B.1&2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Pharr McAllen Lateral East - Budget 709
3. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from Synergy Development pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-029-06-11 Pharr McAllen Lateral East. Project Engineer GDJ Engineering PO#649635 (Audio Reference 13m:19s)
Reference Agenda Item 8.B.4., for action taken.
4. Approval of Application for Payment No. 8 Retainage in the amount of $108,603.87 and $807.31 in interest, pursuant to Texas Water Code 49.276, from Synergy Development pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-029-06-11 Pharr McAllen Lateral East. Project Engineer GDJ Engineering PO#649635 (Audio Reference 13m:41s)
Mr. Raul Sesin stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Items 8.B.3&4.
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 8.B.3&4.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Pharr McAllen Lateral West - Budget 709
5. Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $105,741.42 from Construx Enterprises pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-25-013-04-15 Pharr McAllen Lateral West. Project Engineer Izaguirre Engineering Group PO#650877 (Audio Reference 14m:18s)
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.B.5.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Mission McAllen Drain - Budget 712
6. Approval of Application for Payment No. 6 in the amount of $210,600.00 from Synergy Development & Construction pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-057-10-23 Mission McAllen Drain. Project Engineer B2Z Engineering PO#650255 (Audio Reference 14m:40s)
Mr. Raul Sesin stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 8.B.6.
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.6.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
West Main Drain III - Budget 714
7. Approval of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $386,968.32 from Renoworks pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-058-11-06 West Main Drain III. Project Engineer S2 Engineering PO#650376 (Audio Reference 15m:06s)
Reference Agenda Item 8.B.8., for action taken.
Alamo Expressway Drain - Budget 721
8. Approval of Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $78,745.66 from 3E Logistics of Texas pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-047-09-17 Alamo Expressway Drain Phase 2 PO#649952 (Audio Reference 15m: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 items 8.B.7&8.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 16 in the amount of $253,377.00 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 (Audio Reference 12m:37s)
Reference Agenda Item 8.B.2., for action taken.
South Main Drain Phase 2 - Budget 703
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. 14 in the amount of $678,964.86 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 12m:55s)
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 items 8.B.1&2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Pharr McAllen Lateral East - Budget 709
3. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from Synergy Development pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-029-06-11 Pharr McAllen Lateral East. Project Engineer GDJ Engineering PO#649635 (Audio Reference 13m:19s)
Reference Agenda Item 8.B.4., for action taken.
4. Approval of Application for Payment No. 8 Retainage in the amount of $108,603.87 and $807.31 in interest, pursuant to Texas Water Code 49.276, from Synergy Development pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-029-06-11 Pharr McAllen Lateral East. Project Engineer GDJ Engineering PO#649635 (Audio Reference 13m:41s)
Mr. Raul Sesin stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Items 8.B.3&4.
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 8.B.3&4.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Pharr McAllen Lateral West - Budget 709
5. Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $105,741.42 from Construx Enterprises pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-25-013-04-15 Pharr McAllen Lateral West. Project Engineer Izaguirre Engineering Group PO#650877 (Audio Reference 14m:18s)
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.B.5.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Mission McAllen Drain - Budget 712
6. Approval of Application for Payment No. 6 in the amount of $210,600.00 from Synergy Development & Construction pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-057-10-23 Mission McAllen Drain. Project Engineer B2Z Engineering PO#650255 (Audio Reference 14m:40s)
Mr. Raul Sesin stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 8.B.6.
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.6.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
West Main Drain III - Budget 714
7. Approval of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $386,968.32 from Renoworks pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-058-11-06 West Main Drain III. Project Engineer S2 Engineering PO#650376 (Audio Reference 15m:06s)
Reference Agenda Item 8.B.8., for action taken.
Alamo Expressway Drain - Budget 721
8. Approval of Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $78,745.66 from 3E Logistics of Texas pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-047-09-17 Alamo Expressway Drain Phase 2 PO#649952 (Audio Reference 15m: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 items 8.B.7&8.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
9.
Right of Way Acquisitions:
A.
AI -100994
Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 6, as it relates to the J-01 Drainage Project, and authorization for the Chairman of the Board to execute the documents. (Audio Reference 15m:40s)
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 9.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Board proceeded to Agenda Item 12.
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 9.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Board proceeded to Agenda Item 12.
Attachments:
10.
Closed Session:
Board of Directors may go into Closed Session pursuant to Subchapter D of Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code to discuss the following:
No action was taken on Closed Session Agenda Items 10.A–C., as the Board did not enter into Closed Session.
Board of Directors may go into Closed Session pursuant to Subchapter D of Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code to discuss the following:
No action was taken on Closed Session Agenda Items 10.A–C., as the Board did not enter into Closed Session.
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)
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)
11.
Open Session:
No action was taken on Agenda Items 11.A-C., as the Board did not enter into Open Session.
No action was taken on Agenda Items 11.A-C., as the Board did not enter into Open Session.
A.
Possible Action of Real Estate Acquisition
B.
Possible Action on Pending and/or Potential Litigation
C.
Possible Action on items discussed during Closed Session
12.
Adjourn (Audio Reference 15m:57s)
Commissioner Fuentes adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 9:49 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to adjourn the meeting.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Commissioner Fuentes adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 9:49 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, 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 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 17th 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
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 17th 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