SPECIAL MEETING - MAY 12, 2026
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 12th day of May A.D., 2026, 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 MAY 12, 2026 1:45 P.M. |
NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a REGULAR 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
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:01s)
Judge Richard F. Cortez called the meeting to order at 9:30 A.M.
All members of the Board were present during the roll call.
Judge Richard F. Cortez called the meeting to order at 9:30 A.M.
All members of the Board were present during the roll call.
2.
Prayer (Audio Reference 00m:19s)
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:41s)
There were no public participants for Open Forum.
There were no public participants for Open Forum.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda (Audio Reference 02m:45s)
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 03m:39s)
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 -103376
Requesting approval to assign 24-hour possession of District vehicles to District Maintenance & Operations Director and Supervisors during the 2026 Hurricane Season. (Audio Reference 07m:17s)
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.A.
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.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
B.
AI -103357
Requesting approval for the resolution regarding the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Staff luncheon during our Hurricane Preparedness / Flood Operations Training on May 15, 2026. (Audio Reference 07m:39s)
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.B.
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.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
C.
AI -103299
Requesting approval of the Inter Local Agreement between Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1, Hidalgo County and the City of Mission related to the Mission Inlet Drainage System, subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 07m:52s)
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 6.C., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 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 6.C., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI -103364
1.) Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve a United Irrigation District Utility License Agreement for a 36-inch storm sewer line associated with the Hibiscus Heights Subdivision, and to authorize the District General Manager to execute all necessary documents, subject to final legal review.
2.) Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve the conveyance of a 0.21-acre tract of land out of Lot 35-4, West Addition Sharyland, along with a United Irrigation District canal right-of-way in Hidalgo County, Texas, associated with the Hibiscus Heights Subdivision, subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 08m:07s)
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 items 6.D.1&2., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
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 items 6.D.1&2., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI -103297
Requesting Acceptance and approval of the donation Deed from M & S Estate, LTD., a Texas limited partnership, subject to final legal review as it relates to:
TRACT I: a 3.498 acre tract of land out of Lot 55, STEWARTS ADDITION TO THE CONWAY GARDENS SUBDIVISION
TRACT II: a 5.564 acre tract of land out of Lot 55 and 60, STEWARTS ADDITION TO THE CONWAY GARDENS SUBDIVISION
(Audio Reference 08m:43s)
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 6.E.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
TRACT I: a 3.498 acre tract of land out of Lot 55, STEWARTS ADDITION TO THE CONWAY GARDENS SUBDIVISION
TRACT II: a 5.564 acre tract of land out of Lot 55 and 60, STEWARTS ADDITION TO THE CONWAY GARDENS SUBDIVISION
(Audio Reference 08m:43s)
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 6.E.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
AI -103378
Discussion and Approval by Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 of resolution recognizing the necessity of acquiring easements or rights of way or fee title in connection with the construction of the Palmview Lateral Extension Improvements in Hidalgo County, Texas and authorizing the acquisition of said easements or rights of way or fee title described in the resolution and exhibits thereto by condemnation(eminent domain)or otherwise. Single vote shall apply to all units of property described in said resolution. (Audio Reference 09m:07s)
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 6.F.
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 6.F.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
G.
AI -103361
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 30 to provide Construction Materials Testing (CMT) & Construction Engineering & Inspection (CEI) services in the total amount of $67,521.94 as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC., for "Willacy County Lateral G Ditch Widening", Contract No. C-HCDD1-23-036-07-25 (Subject to final legal review) (Audio Reference 09m:37s)
Mr. Sesin stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 6.G.
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 6.G., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Mr. Sesin stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 6.G.
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 6.G., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
H.
AI -103280
1. Requesting approval to accept the bids and award a Construction Contract to the lowest and most responsive bidder, Gonzalez Engineering & Management, LLC, for the Base Bid, in the total amount of $1,090,975.00 and Alternate No. 2 bid of $739,200.00 for the project ''Mayberry Road to Glasscock Road Drainage Improvements Phase II'', RFB No. HCDD1-26-008-04-08-ESZ as recommended by Project Engineer, Javier Hinojosa Engineering (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 10m:09s)
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 items 6.H.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 10m:09s)
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 items 6.H.1&2., subject to final legal review and compliance with HB1295.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
I.
AI -103366
HCDD1 Complex M&O Training Facility - Budget 202
Approval of Application for Payment No. 14 in the amount of $111,611.57 from NM Contracting, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-23-076-03-05 HCDD1 Training Facility. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr. PE, CFM PO#649184 (Audio Reference 11m:00s)
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 6.I.
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 6.I.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
7.
2018 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -103319
Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 8–7 as it relates to Project 23 of the 2018 Drainage Bond Program - Anaquitas Project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents. Subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 11m:24s)
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 7.A., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
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 7.A., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -103382
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 31 to provide Construction Materials Testing (CMT) & Construction Management (CM) services in the total amount of $85,862.00 as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC., for "CDBG-DR - 2018 South Texas Floods Disaster Recovery Reallocation Program, Alternate Rado Drain Phase 2", Project ID: 6561-85-0309-5000-0000-00-UCP-LB-01 (Subject to final legal review) (Audio Reference 11m:39s)
Mr. Sesin stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 7.B.
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.B., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
(Audio Reference 12m:47s)
Judge Cortez clarified that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 7.B.
Mr. Sesin stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 7.B.
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.B., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
(Audio Reference 12m:47s)
Judge Cortez clarified that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 7.B.
Attachments:
C.
AI -103344
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of the RFB packet (i.e., legal notice, specifications, draft contract etc.) as attached hereto for Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1, for "Sale and Removal of Fill Dirt -South Pharr Lateral RDF Drainage Improvements (Las Milpas RDF) - 2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 34'' with approximate 135,000 CY; RFB No. HCDD1-26-014-06-03-ESZ, including the re-advertisement of project in the event bids are rejected, or no bids are received & project is still required. (Audio Reference 12m:14s)
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 7.C.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The Board returned to Agenda Item 7.B.
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 7.C.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The Board returned to Agenda Item 7.B.
Attachments:
D.
AI -103381
Requesting approval of Change Order No. 3, reflecting an increase in the amount of $252,516.90 and 90 additional construction calendar days for the project "Hidalgo Drain Drainage Improvement - 2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 13", Contract No. C-HCDD1-24-034-08-06, with RDH Site and Concrete, LLC, as recommended by Project Engineer, SAMES, Inc. (Audio Reference 13m:34s)
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 7.D.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
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 7.D.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI -103388
Requesting approval of Change Order No. 2, reflecting an increase in the amount of $91,100.00 and 40 additional construction calendar days for the project "Montecristo and Conway Drain Phase 3 - 2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 27", Contract No. C-HCDD1-25-021-05-29, with Gonzalez Engineering & Management, LLC, as recommended by Project Engineer, B2Z Engineering, Inc. (Audio Reference 13m:58s)
Mr. Sesin stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 7.E.
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 7.E.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Mr. Sesin stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 7.E.
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 7.E.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
AI -103278
Discussion and possible action to approve Payment Application No 1 for Contract No C-HCDD1-25-021-05-29 for Monte Cristo & Conway Drain Phase 3 - 2018 Bond Referendum Project No. 27, which includes payment for material which is fabricated, but not onsite, as requested by Contractor, Gonzalez Engineering & Management, LLC. (Audio Reference 14m:28s)
Mr. Sesin stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 7.F.
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 7.F.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Mr. Sesin stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 7.F.
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 7.F.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
G.
AI -103367
East Mercedes - Budget 510
Approval of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $38,506.50 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-25-055-12-09 East Mercedes. Project Engineer: Melden & Hunt PO#651981 (Audio Reference 15m:00s)
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.G.
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.G.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
8.
2023 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -103279
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of the RFB packet (i.e., requirements, specifications and plans, etc.) for the project ''USIBWC Structure 606AL - 2023 Bond Referendum Project No. 22'', RFB No. HCDD1-26-013-05-12-ESZ, including the re-advertisement of the project if no bids are received or rejected and project is still required. (Audio Reference 15m:19s)
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 8.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
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 8.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -103369
South Main Drain Phase 1 - Budget 703
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 20 in the amount of $238,552.23 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
2. Approval and acceptance of Certificate of Substantial Completion and Certificate of Construction Completion 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
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 21 in the amount of $683,277.75 and $3,988.91 in interest 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
Panchitas Outfall - Budget 706
4. Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $237,600.00 from Synergy Development & Construction pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-25-037-09-30 Panchitas Outfall. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua Jr. PE CFM
La Villa Edcouch Elsa Phase 2 IBWC 604AL - Budget 708
5. Approval of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $181,132.82 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-25-059-12-09 La Villa Edcouch Elsa Phase 2 IBWC 604AL. Project Engineer S2 Engineering PO#651982
6. Approval of Application for Payment No. 5 in the amount of $94,250.86 from Construx Enterprises pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-25-036-07-22 La Villa Edcouch Elsa Phase 2. Project Engineer S2 Engineering (Audio Reference 15m:48s)
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.1-6.
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 items 8.B.1-6.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Alternate Rado Drain Phase 1 - Budget 711
7. Approval of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $152,061.75 from Blue Dot Site pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-25-014-08-05 Alternate Rado Drain Phase 1. Project Engineer: B2Z Engineering PO#651582 (Audio Reference 17m:34s)
Mr. Sesin stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 8.B.7.
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.7.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Mr. Sesin stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 8.B.7.
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.7.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Mission McAllen Drain Phase 5 - Budget 712
8. Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $120,479.17 from E-Con Group pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-25-038-10-28 Mission McAllen Drain Phase 5. Project Engineer: Quintanilla Headley & Associates. PO#651749 (Audio Reference 18m:05s)
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.8.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
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.8.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
9.
Budget Amendments:
A.
AI -103384
Request approval of a budget amendment in the amount of $1,526,815 from the District's general fund unreserved fund balance for the District's M & O and Administration departments, This amendment is needed for purchase orders commitments at December 31, 2025. (Audio Reference 18m: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 9.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 9.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
10.
Right of Way Acquisitions:
A.
AI -103301
Discussion and Approval by Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 of resolution recognizing the necessity of acquiring easements or rights of way or fee title in connection with the construction of the South Abram Lateral Drainage Improvement Project in Hidalgo County, Texas and authorizing the acquisition of said easements or rights of way or fee title described in the resolution and exhibits thereto by condemnation(eminent domain)or otherwise. Single vote shall apply to all units of property described in said resolution. (Audio Reference 18m:50s)
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 10.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
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 10.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -103306
Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 6 as it relates to the Mayberry & Glasscock Drainage Improvement Project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents, subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 19m:18s)
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.B., subject to 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.B., subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
11.
Closed Session: (Audio Reference 19m:31s)
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 9:50 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
No action was taken on Agenda Items 11.A-C, as they were items discussed during Closed Session.
Reference Agenda Items 12.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 9:50 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
No action was taken on Agenda Items 11.A-C, as they were items discussed during Closed Session.
Reference Agenda Items 12.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)
12.
Open Session: (Audio Reference 20m:01s)
The Board returned from Closed Session at approximately 10:02 A.M.
Commissioner Cantu did not return from Closed Session.
The Board returned from Closed Session at approximately 10:02 A.M.
Commissioner Cantu did not return from Closed Session.
A.
Possible Action of Real Estate Acquisition (Audio Reference 20m:08s)
Legal Counsel, Ivan Perez, recommended a motion to authorize Raul Sesin to proceed as discussed in Closed Session.
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 12.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
No action was taken on Agenda Items 12.B&C.
The Board proceeded to Agenda Item 13.
Legal Counsel, Ivan Perez, recommended a motion to authorize Raul Sesin to proceed as discussed in Closed Session.
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 12.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
No action was taken on Agenda Items 12.B&C.
The Board proceeded to Agenda Item 13.
B.
Possible Action on Pending and/or Potential Litigation
C.
Possible Action on items discussed during Closed Session
13.
Adjourn (Audio Reference 20m:23s)
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 10:02 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to adjourn the meeting.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 10:02 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, 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 12th day of May, 2026
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 May 12, 2026.
Signed this 22nd day of May 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 12th day of May, 2026
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 May 12, 2026.
Signed this 22nd day of May 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