BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 10th day of November 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 NOVEMBER 10, 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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 16m:42s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested to pull Consent Agenda Items 7.A.1-3; 7.D; 11.C; 14.B.1; 14.C.3; 14.J.1; 14.J.3; 14.J.4; 14.E.2; for further discussion.
Judge Richard F. Cortez requested to pull Consent Agenda Items 6.A and 14.G.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 pulled for discussion.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Reference Consent Agenda Items 7.A.1-3; 7.D; 11.C; 14.B.1; 14.C.3; 14.J.1; 14.J.3; 14.J.4; 14.E.2; 6.A; and 14.G.2., for action taken.
a. Presidio Square Phase 1 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Adobe Unlimited, LLC.) (Valverde Road & Bus. HWY 83)
Reimbursement Request: $3,720.00 for (Paving Improvements)
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Hall Fifield Tract Lots 3 & 4 (Nopal Lane & Whalen Road) (Pct. 1)
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 1.60 Acres being all of Lot 5 Tower North Subdivision (West Drive & Tower Road) (Pct. 4)
c. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 1 Blk. 7 La Donna Plat (Stites Road & Midway Road) (Pct. 1)
d. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Vista Delta Subdivision Lot 16 (Palomino Street & Mile 3 ½ West Road) (Pct. 1)
e. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lots 1 & 2 Josefina Subdivision (Valverde Road & Canton Road) (Pct. 4)
f. Applicant: Sharyland Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: South 5.00 acres of lot 9 and lot 12 Valley Farms Subdivision (Kamien Road & Co. 4331) (Pct. 3)
g. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 20009609-EM96E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:Northwest corner of Cesar Chavez Road & Davis Road.(Pct. 4)
h. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 20014242-WE89E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:Southeast corner of Lupita Street and Mile 2 West Road. (Pct. 1)
i. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 200114869)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:South side of Benito Ramirez Road approximately 180 feet west of Goldwing Way Road. (Pct. 4)
j. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 38.33 acres out of Blk. 91 & 92 La Blanca Ag. Subdivision B: Proposed Roosevelt No. 2 Subdivision (FM 493 & Mile 12 ½ N. Road) (Pct. 1)
k. Applicant: Housley Group 5314099 - 6 internal streets within Frontera Heights Ph. 1 & Ph. 2. 3 internal streets within West Tract Subdivision. Line extension on Mile 13 ½ N. Road, Mile 6 West Road, and Juan Cazares Jr. Road. (Pct. 1)
l. Applicant: Housley Group 5314100 – Line extension along Mile 14 N. Road, Mile 4 West Road, Mile 13 1/2 Road, and Mile 13 N. Road. 3 internal streets within Matt Subdivision. (Pct. 1)
m. Applicant: Housley Group 5314102 – 1 internal street within Country Village Subdivision, 2 internal streets within Country Village Ph. 2 Subdivision, and 6 internal streets within Palos Rojos Subdivision. Line extension along Mile 13 ½ Road, and Mile 13 Road. (Pct. 1)
n. Applicant: Housley Group 5314106 – 3 internal streets within Chapa No. 3 Subdivision, 4 internal streets within Weslaco Gardens Subdivision, and 4 internal streets within Citrus Hills Subdivision. Line extension along Ruben Navarro Street, Mile 12 ½ Road, and Mile 12 N. Road.
(Pct. 1)
o. Applicant: Housley Group 5314108 – 4 internal streets within Mile 6 Meadows Subdivision, 4 internal streets within Cotton Estates Ph. 3 Subdivision, 4 internal streets within Mile 6 Palms Subdivision, 1 internal street within The Estates at West Haven Subdivision, 2 internal streets within Cotton Estates Subdivision, 2 internal streets within Cotton Estates Phase 2 Subdivision, and 1 internal street within Bertha Acres Subdivision. Line extension along Mile 6 West Road and Mile 11 North Road. (Pct. 1)
p. Applicant: Vexus Project No. EDBG.06.004-3 4 internal streets within Ware Shadows Subdivision, 2 internal streets within John Shary Lot 458, 1 internal street within Ware Del Norte Subdivision, 1 internal street within Citrus City Lake Subdivision, 1 internal street within Monte Alban Subdivision, 4 internal streets within Los Padres Subdivision, 1 internal street within RLDS Subdivision, and 1 internal street within Shary Groves Estates Subdivision (Pct. 3)
q. Applicant: Vexus Project No. MSSN.06.004 1 internal street within Palmarina Subdivision (Pct. 3)
r. Applicant: Vexus Project No. MSSN.06.008-1 1 internal street within Ariel Hinojosa No. 2 Subdivision (Pct. 3)
s. Applicant: Vexus Project No. MSSN.06.009-3 4 internal streets within Basham No. 24 Subdivision (Pct. 3)
t. Applicant: Hilcorp Energy Co. - Line extension between La Gallina Road and Giles Road (Pct. 3)
- 1-NAWS;JOHNOTHON GONZALEZ
- 2-NAWSC-EMMANUEL SUBDIVISION..
- 3-NAWS-FRANCISCO FLORES
- 4-NAWS-MONICA A GARZA
- 5-NAWS-TEXAS BAPTIST MEN INC
- 6-SLWS;Notarized Permit Rafael De la Garza
- 7-Spectrum 20009609-EM96E
- 8-Spectrum 20014242-WE89E
- 9-Spectrum 20014869
- 10-NAWS;ROOSEVELT EST NO2
- 11-5314099 -Housley Group
- 12-5314100 - Housley Group
- 13-5314102 -Housley Group
- 14-5314106 -Housley Group
- 15-5314108 - Housley Group
- 16-EDBG.06.004-3 Hidalgo County Permit Rev 2
- 17-MSSN.06.004 (RING-Hildago County-1) SUBMITTAL PACKAGE
- 18-MSSN.06.008-1 Hidalgo County Permit Application
- 19-MSSN.06.009-3 (HIDAGLO COUNTY) Permit Application....
- 20-Pipeline Permit Application;Victor Gallardo
Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 6 Blk. 62 Mo-Tex & Irrigation Co. (Mile 1 ½ West Road & Mile 22 North Road) (Pct. 1)
Judge Cortez requested clarification on Agenda Item 6.A regarding insurance coverage, specifically to ensure the County was included under the policy. County Executive Officer Valde Guerra confirmed that for any events utilizing County property, the County is added as an additional insured and is covered for the event on County premises.
On motion by JUDGE, RICHARD F. CORTEZ, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
| 10/16/2025 - 10/22/2025 | $1,746,091.16 |
| 10/23/2025 - 10/29/2025 | $626,550.83 |
| TOTAL | $2,372,641.99 |
3. Approval to make payment to AETNA Insurance Company in relation to administrative and stop loss fees (invoice J2747029) for the month of November 2025 in the amount of $302,587.44 with authority for County Treasurer to process wire transfer after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. (Audio Reference 17m:24s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Consent Agenda Items 7.A.1-3.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 7.A.1-3.
Vote: 4 - 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 10/16/2025 - 10/31/2025 in the amount of $57,304.97 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 | 0160 | Senior Deputy Sheriff | $500.00 | $0.00 |
| Add Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0202 | Senior Deputy Sheriff | $0.00 | $500.00 |
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Consent Agenda Item 7.D.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 7.D.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
| NO | ACCOUNT | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | A6857.99.000.0001.08 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | $3,700.64 |
| 2 | C5357.01.000.0001.00 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | $14,855.22 |
| 3 | C5357.99.000.0001.01 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | $5,237.22 |
| 4 | C9478.99.000.0002.11 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | $2,637.30 |
| 5 | E3300.99.099.0004.08 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | $4,201.70 |
| 6 | F2240.99.000.0001.09 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | $4,972.18 |
| 7 | G5900.99.003.0008.26 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | $6,232.15 |
| 8 | H1334.01.001.0001.01 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | $14,749.98 |
| 9 | H1334.99.001.0001.02 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | $7,377.71 |
| 10 | H1351.99.000.0001.01 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | $5,893.67 |
| 11 | J5700.00.015.0011.01 | MCALLEN COLD STORAGE LTD | $2,952.18 |
| 12 | K5405.00.000.0030.00 | NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC DBA MR COOPER CORELOGIC INC | $6,540.04 |
| 13 | M5100.01.000.0038.01 | PAULINO MUNOZ ALMA R MUNOZ | $2,529.31 |
| 14 | W0100.00.031.0002.16 | PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES LLC | $3,191.65 |
Requesting approval to pay membership dues in the amount of $299.00 to the Society of Human Resources Management SHRM for Mrs. Erika Reyna, Director, Department of Human Resources with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay the Texas Association of County Election Officials 2026 Membership fees in the amount of $550.00. This includes $150.00 for Hilda Ann Salinas, Elections Administrator, and $100.00 each for Melissa Alvarez, Assistant Director, Belinda Sagredo, Division Manager I, Eberto Gauna, Division Manager II, and Josue Daniel Martinez, Coordinator III; with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay the State Bar of Texas membership dues for Assistant District Attorneys employed at the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office in the amount of $104.00/each (REQ: 527631), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Approval of the following change in funding source as listed on "Exhibit A", effective on 09/01/2025 and for calendar year 2026.
1. Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Law Enforcement Pay Plan effective as indicated and for calendar year 2026:
| FROM | TO | ||||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg. | Slot | Position Title | R/S | Budgeted Salary | Position Title | R/S | Proposed Salary | Effective Date |
| Budget Adjustment (Lateral) | 280-108 | 0005 | Deputy Sheriff | 06/01 | $52,931.00 | Senior Deputy Sheriff | 08/02 | $60,246.00 | 10/20/2025 |
Jail (1100):
2. Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification & Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated and for calendar year 2026:
| FROM | TO | |||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg. | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Budgeted Salary | G/S | Proposed Salary | Effective Date |
| Budget Adjustment (Lateral) | 280-002 | 0526 | Cashier II | 06/01 | $33,200.00 | 06/04 | $36,810.00 | 10/20/2025 |
Approval of the following change in funding source/distribution as listed below, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2026:
| FROM | TO | ||||||||||
| Dept/Prg. | Obj. | Slot | Position Title | G/S | % Dist. | Dept/Prg. | Obj. | Slot | Position Title | G/S | % Dist. |
| 340-002 | 113 | 0020 | Clerk II | 03/04 | 100% | 340-001 | 113 | 0092 | Clerk II | 03/04 | 100% |
| 340-001 | 113 | 0081 | Administrative Assistant II | 06/01 | 100% | 340-002 | 113 | 0026 | Administrative Assistant II | 06/01 | 100% |
(Audio Reference 18m:36s)
County Executive Officer Valde Guerra noted a correction to Consent Agenda Item 11.C, stating that the slot number on the first funding change should be revised to Slot No. 0094.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.C.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval to establish a new electrical service and meter for one (1) meter at 21661 N ST SH 186 Edinburg Tx.
Approval to establish a new electrical service and meter for one (1) flashing beacon light at the intersection of Davis and Brushline Road, located in Precinct 4.
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).
| Description | Total Amount (Not to Exceed) |
| CCEA 88 [PCO 314] — Stair Epoxy Deco panel and Wood Door Repairs [PCO 316] — Paper Towel Dispensers in 2A-149 and 2A-150 [PCO 317] — Deco panel install |
$38,803.00 |
| MTI 121 [PCO 304] — RFI 707 Grid Line B and 6 Enclosure [PCO 312] — Green Girt Stamped Shop Drawings |
$32,177.00 |
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Consent Agenda Item 14.B.1.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 14.B.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Consent Agenda Item 14.C.3.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 14.C.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
| Description | Location | Acreage |
| Acquisition Part 1 | Moorefield Road | 0.1600-acre tract of land |
| Acquisition Part 2 | Paula Street | 0.0636-acre tract of land |
| Total Acquisition Area | NWC of Moorefield Road & E. Veterans Boulevard | 0.2236 Acres |
| Invoice Date | Project Name | Vendor Name | Invoice Number | P.O. Number | Invoice Amount |
| 11/03/2025 | Betts Esparza Park | Brownstone | 1161 | 890238 | $8,863.64 |
| 11/03/2025 | Hidalgo County Precinct 4 CRC | Brownstone | 1160 | 884786 | $4,542.23 |
| 11/01/2025 | TXDot HSIP 2023 Call | GDJ Engineering | 2025-178 | 885315 | $6,124.00 |
| 11/01/2025 | Russell Rd Realign Project | GDJ Engineering | 2025-165 | 867303 | $25,199.00 |
| 10/31/2025 | Mile 5 Project WA#2 | L&G Engineering | 11330230 | 808447 | $205.90 |
| 10/31/2025 | FM1925 WA#4 | L&G Engineering | 11330231 | 902223 | $15,876.00 |
| 10/31/2025 | FM1925 WA#3 | L&G Engineering | 11330238 | 868045 | $3,962.03 |
| 10/31/2025 | FM1925 WA#2 | L&G Engineering | 11330234 | 854100 | $1,695.12 |
(Audio Reference 18m:03s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Consent Agenda Item 14.E.2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 14.E.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
| PA Date | Project Name | Vendor Name | PA Number | P.O. Date | Amount |
| 11/04/2025 | All Star Park | RG Enterprises | 6 - Final | 843995 | $0.00 |
| 11/04/2025 | All Star Park | RG Enterprises | 7-Retainage | 843995 | $34,312.57 |
| Vendor Name | Tasks | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | Req.# |
| L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. | RGV-MPO Policy & TAC Committee Meetings | 10/31/2025 | 11330227 | $12,599.76 | 528244 |
Judge Cortez requested that the County purchases smaller water bottles, as many 16-ounce bottles are often left partially unused.
On motion by JUDGE, RICHARD F. CORTEZ, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 14.G.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the regular Commissioner’s Court Agenda – Item 5.
| PO # | Application # | Date | Amount |
| 874037 | 19 | 08/31/2025 | $41,026.96 |
(Audio Reference 18m:24s)
Mr. Valde Guerra requested no action to be taken on Consent Agenda Item 14.J.1.
| PO # | Application # | Date | Amount |
| 888513 | 10 | 09/26/2025 | $161,030.22 |
| PO # | Application # | Date | Amount |
| 898830 | 4 | 09/30/2025 | $52,178.04 |
(Audio Reference 18m:24s)
Mr. Valde Guerra requested no action to be taken on Consent Agenda Item 14.J.3.
| PO No. | Application No. | Date | Amount |
| 895624 | 5 | 09/30/2025 | $228,009.86 |
(Audio Reference 17m:24s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Consent Agenda Item 14.J.4.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 14.J.4.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
| Quantity | Year | Make | Model | Total Monthly Payment | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2026 | GMC | Sierra | $1,150.00 | Ready to Ship |
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 10th day of November, 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 November 10, 2025.
Signed this 24th day of November 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