SPECIAL MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 9th day of December 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 DECEMBER 9, 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)
Judge Richard F. Cortez called the meeting to order at 9:32 A.M.
All members of the Board were present during the roll call.
Judge Richard F. Cortez called the meeting to order at 9:32 A.M.
All members of the Board were present during the roll call.
2.
Prayer (Audio Reference 00m:26s)
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:53s)
There were no public participants for Open Forum.
There were no public participants for Open Forum.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda
The Board proceeded with a vote of approval for the Drainage District - Consent Agenda.
See Drainage District - Consent Agenda for the action taken.
The Board proceeded with a vote of approval for 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 03m:40s)
General Manager Raul Sesin provided an update on pending construction projects and HCDD1 initiatives and announced that the District received the statewide ACEC Texas Engineering Excellence Award for the Delta Reclamation Project, which was submitted by Halff and Associates. Commissioner Fuentes congratulated the Drainage District on receiving the award and emphasized that any cities or municipalities with an interest in drainage should actively participate in the Region 15 Flood Planning Group. He noted that entities without a recognized flood plan will not be eligible for state funding.
General Manager Raul Sesin provided an update on pending construction projects and HCDD1 initiatives and announced that the District received the statewide ACEC Texas Engineering Excellence Award for the Delta Reclamation Project, which was submitted by Halff and Associates. Commissioner Fuentes congratulated the Drainage District on receiving the award and emphasized that any cities or municipalities with an interest in drainage should actively participate in the Region 15 Flood Planning Group. He noted that entities without a recognized flood plan will not be eligible for state funding.
6.
General Operations:
A.
AI -101727
1. Request approval of a budget carry over of Special Revenue Grant Funds for the following:
a. Fund 123 TCEQ Raymondville Drain Restore $1,082,202.
b. Fund 124 TWDB Region 15 Grant $3,103,900.
c. Fund 126 TDEM North Main Drain expansion grant, $2,668,708.
d. Fund 127 Urban County GLO Projects 2015-2016 and 2018-2019, in the amount of $645,432.04 for assisting Urban County with the construction of GLO Projects.
2. Request approval of Budget Amendment to transfer out of Capital Project Fund 173 2023 Bond Series in the amount of $250,000 into Fund 127, Budget 208 City of La Villa 2018 GLO, for the purchase of right of ways, surveys, and appraisals. (Audio Reference 08m:15s)
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 6.A.1&2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
a. Fund 123 TCEQ Raymondville Drain Restore $1,082,202.
b. Fund 124 TWDB Region 15 Grant $3,103,900.
c. Fund 126 TDEM North Main Drain expansion grant, $2,668,708.
d. Fund 127 Urban County GLO Projects 2015-2016 and 2018-2019, in the amount of $645,432.04 for assisting Urban County with the construction of GLO Projects.
2. Request approval of Budget Amendment to transfer out of Capital Project Fund 173 2023 Bond Series in the amount of $250,000 into Fund 127, Budget 208 City of La Villa 2018 GLO, for the purchase of right of ways, surveys, and appraisals. (Audio Reference 08m:15s)
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 6.A.1&2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -101684
Requesting approval to accept bid and approval to execute a Requirements Agreement to the lowest and most responsive bidder meeting specifications and/or requirements, Gold Star Petroleum, Inc for "Fuel-Gasoline and Diesel (On & Off Highway)", with RFB No.HCDD1-25-061-11-19-JS, (subject to final legal review) (Audio Reference 09m:33s)
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.B., subject to final legal review.
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.B., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
7.
2018 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -101593
Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 19-12, as it relates to the 2018 Bond Project No. 19- Mid-Valley Airport, and authorization for the Chairman of the Board to execute the documents, subject to final legal review.
Reference Agenda Item 7.C., for action taken.
Reference Agenda Item 7.C., for action taken.
Attachments:
B.
AI -101657
1. Requesting approval to accept the bids and award a Construction Contract to the lowest and most responsive bidder, Mor-Wil, LLC, in the amount of $2,738,624.24 for the project ''East Mercedes -2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 10A'', RFB No. HCDD1-25-055-09-24-JS as recommended by Project Engineer, Melden & Hunt, Inc. (subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295).
2. Pursuant to 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
Reference Agenda Item 7.C., for action taken.
2. Pursuant to 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
Reference Agenda Item 7.C., for action taken.
Attachments:
C.
AI -101718
Hidalgo Drain - Budget 513
Approval of Application for Payment No. 7 in the amount of $279,549.00 from RDH Site pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-034-08-06 Hidalgo Drain. Project Engineer SAMES Engineering PO#649905 (Audio Reference 09m:53s)
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 items 7.A-C., subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of Application for Payment No. 7 in the amount of $279,549.00 from RDH Site pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-034-08-06 Hidalgo Drain. Project Engineer SAMES Engineering PO#649905 (Audio Reference 09m:53s)
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 items 7.A-C., subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
8.
2023 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -101660
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 3 to provide Construction Materials Testing Services (CMT) in the amount of $63,481.00 as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. for "PD Lateral Drain Extension 3 -2023 Bond Referendum Project No.15", Contract No. C-HCDD1-23-037-08-08. (Audio Reference 10m:59s)
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.A.
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 8.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -101704
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. (Audio Reference 11m:19s)
Mr. Sesin stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Consent Agenda Item 8.B.1.
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 8.B.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with B2Z Engineering, LLC for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for the project ''San Juan Lateral Extension Phase II -2023 Bond Project 25'' from the District's pre-approved "Pool" of pre-qualified Professional Engineers as approved by the Board of Directors on May 13, 2025 (AI-99341) (Audio Reference 11m:36s)
Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Consent Agenda Item 8.B.2.
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 8.B.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Mr. Sesin stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Consent Agenda Item 8.B.1.
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 8.B.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with B2Z Engineering, LLC for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services for the project ''San Juan Lateral Extension Phase II -2023 Bond Project 25'' from the District's pre-approved "Pool" of pre-qualified Professional Engineers as approved by the Board of Directors on May 13, 2025 (AI-99341) (Audio Reference 11m:36s)
Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Consent Agenda Item 8.B.2.
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 8.B.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI -101686
1. Requesting approval to accept the bids and award a Construction Contract to the lowest and most responsive bidder, Mor-Wil, LLC, in the amount of $1,348,296.68 for the project ''La Villa/Edcouch/Elsa Ph II Structure 604AL -2023 Bond Referendum Project No. 8.5'', RFB No. HCDD1-25-059-11-05-JS as recommended by Project Engineer, S2 Engineering, PLLC. (subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295).
2. Pursuant to 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 12m:04s)
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 items 8.C.1&2, subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Pursuant to 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 12m:04s)
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 items 8.C.1&2, subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI -101719
South Main Drain Phase 1 - Budget 703
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 19 in the amount of $251,871.69 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
Reference Agenda Item 8.D.4, for action taken.
South Main Drain Phase 2 - Budget 703
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. Retainage in the amount of $447,788.38 and $6,377.09 in interest 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
Reference Agenda Item 8.D.4, for action taken.
3. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from E-Con Group pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-07-03-19 South Main Drain Phase 2. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr., PE, CFM PO#649085
Reference Agenda Item 8.D.4, for action taken.
Pharr McAllen West - Budget 709
4. Approval of Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $69,223.36 from Construx Enterprises pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-25-03-04-15 Pharr McAllen West. Project Engineer Izaguirre Engineering Group PO#650877 (Audio Reference 12m:51s)
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 items 8.D.1-4.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Mission McAllen Lateral Channel - Budget 712
5. Approval of Application for Payment No. 8 in the amount of $133,830.00 from Synergy Development & Construction pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-057-10-23 Mission McAllen Lateral. Project Engineer B2Z Engineering PO#650255 (Audio Reference 13m:56s)
Mr. Sesin stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Consent Agenda Item 8.D.5.
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.D.5.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 19 in the amount of $251,871.69 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
Reference Agenda Item 8.D.4, for action taken.
South Main Drain Phase 2 - Budget 703
2. Approval of Application for Payment No. Retainage in the amount of $447,788.38 and $6,377.09 in interest 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
Reference Agenda Item 8.D.4, for action taken.
3. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion from E-Con Group pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-07-03-19 South Main Drain Phase 2. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr., PE, CFM PO#649085
Reference Agenda Item 8.D.4, for action taken.
Pharr McAllen West - Budget 709
4. Approval of Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $69,223.36 from Construx Enterprises pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-25-03-04-15 Pharr McAllen West. Project Engineer Izaguirre Engineering Group PO#650877 (Audio Reference 12m:51s)
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 items 8.D.1-4.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Mission McAllen Lateral Channel - Budget 712
5. Approval of Application for Payment No. 8 in the amount of $133,830.00 from Synergy Development & Construction pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-24-057-10-23 Mission McAllen Lateral. Project Engineer B2Z Engineering PO#650255 (Audio Reference 13m:56s)
Mr. Sesin stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Consent Agenda Item 8.D.5.
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.D.5.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
9.
General Fund:
A.
AI -101676
Requesting approval to enter into a Service Agreement with White Rock Cybersecurtiy/Cynet Security LTD to establish a new account to provide cybersecurity and information technology solutions, through the District's membership participation with TIPS Cooperative, Contract No. 200105 with an initial cost of $11,385.00 for one year term. With the authority of the District General Manager or his designee to sign the service agreement. (Audio Reference 14m:27s)
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 9.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
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 9.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
B.
AI -101707
Requesting approval to enter into a Service Agreement with IRU (formally Kandji) to establish a new account to provide Mobile Device Management to manage and update all mobile devices and tablets as needed, with an initial annual cost of $2,160.00, with the authority of the District General Manager or his designee to sign the agreement. (Subject to final legal review.) (Audio Reference 14m:59s)
Mr. Raul Sesin noted a correction to the annual cost, stating it should be $3,600.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 9.B., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Mr. Raul Sesin noted a correction to the annual cost, stating it should be $3,600.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 9.B., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
10.
Right of Way Acquisitions:
A.
AI -101650
Requesting acceptance and approval of donation Deed from La Selva Verde, LLC as it relates to a 71.52 Acre tract of land out of the San Juan de Carricitos Grant, pending final legal review. (Audio Reference 15m:32s)
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 10.A., pending final legal review.
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 10.A., pending final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
11.
TCEQ Raymondville Drain Project Phase 2: (Audio Reference 16m:30s)
No action was taken on Agenda Item 11.
The Board proceeded to Agenda Item 13.A.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 11.
The Board proceeded to Agenda Item 13.A.
12.
Closed Session: (Audio Reference 15m:49s)
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 9:48 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 proceed into Closed Session.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
No action was taken on Agenda Items 12.A-C, as these were items discussed in Closed Session.
Reference Agenda Items 13.A-C, for action taken.
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 9:48 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 proceed into Closed Session.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
No action was taken on Agenda Items 12.A-C, as these were items discussed in Closed Session.
Reference Agenda Items 13.A-C, for action taken.
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)
13.
Open Session: (Audio Reference 16m:28s)
The Board returned from Closed Session at approximately 10:01 A.M.
The Board proceeded to Agenda Item 11.
The Board returned from Closed Session at approximately 10:01 A.M.
The Board proceeded to Agenda Item 11.
A.
Possible Action of Real Estate Acquisition (Audio Reference 16m:40s)
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. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 13.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The Board proceeded to Agenda Item 14.
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. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 13.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The Board proceeded to Agenda Item 14.
B.
Possible Action on Pending and/or Potential Litigation
No action was taken on Agenda Item 13.B.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 13.B.
C.
Possible Action on items discussed during Closed Session
No action was taken on Agenda Item 13.C.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 13.C.
14.
Adjourn (Audio Reference 16m:55s)
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 10:01 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 adjourn the meeting.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 10:01 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 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 9th day of December, 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 December 9, 2025.
Signed this 5th day of January 2026
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 9th day of December, 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 December 9, 2025.
Signed this 5th day of January 2026
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Daniela E. Zedillo-Hinojosa, Deputy