SPECIAL MEETING - SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 1st day of September 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 September 1, 2026 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
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 9:33 A.M.
All members of the Board were present at roll call, except Commissioner Ellie Torres.
Judge Richard F. Cortez called the meeting to order at 9:33 A.M.
All members of the Board were present at roll call, except Commissioner Ellie Torres.
2.
Prayer (Audio Reference 00m:14s)
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:16s)
There were no public participants for Open Forum.
Commissioner Fuentes, on behalf of the Court, extended their sincerest condolences to Mr. Sesin and his family on the passing of his mother. He noted that she was a great woman and a librarian for the City of Alamo. The Court observed a moment of silence in her memory.
There were no public participants for Open Forum.
Commissioner Fuentes, on behalf of the Court, extended their sincerest condolences to Mr. Sesin and his family on the passing of his mother. He noted that she was a great woman and a librarian for the City of Alamo. The Court observed a moment of silence in her memory.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda (Audio Reference 03m:47s)
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 04m:41s)
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 -104396
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 City of Progreso Drainage Outfall GLO 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 06m:41s)
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.A.
Vote: 4 - 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 6.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -104547
Requesting approval of Borrow Source Release Addendum with IOC Company, LLC. (Audio Reference 07m:11s)
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.B.
Vote: 4 - 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 6.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI -104462
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of the procurement packet (including the legal notice, specifications, draft contract, and related documents) to solicit bids for “Storm Drain Pipes Reinforced Concrete Pipe (RCP)” RFB No. HCDD1-26-023-09-23-JS, including authorization to re-advertise the project if no bids are received or if all bids are rejected and the project is still required. (Audio Reference 07m:29s)
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.C.
Vote: 4 - 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.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI -104398
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of the procurement packet (including the legal notice, specifications, draft contract, and related documents) to solicit bids for "Sand and Bedding Material", RFB No. HCDD1-26-024-09-23-AG, including authorization to re-advertise the project if no bids are received or if all bids are rejected and the project is still required. (Audio Reference 07m:55s)
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.D.
Vote: 4 - 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 6.D.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI -104530
North Main Drain Phase 2 TDEM - Budget 204
Approval of Application for Payment No. 6 in the amount of $24,291.12 from Clore Equipment LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-063-03-03. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr., PE, CFM PO#652180 (Audio Reference 08m:19s)
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.E.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of Application for Payment No. 6 in the amount of $24,291.12 from Clore Equipment LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-063-03-03. Project Engineer HCDD1 Omar Anzaldua, Jr., PE, CFM PO#652180 (Audio Reference 08m:19s)
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.E.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
7.
2018 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -104532
Mayberry - Glasscock Phase 1 - Budget 543
Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $92,989.52 from Venser Construction LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-25-050-11-10. Project Engineer Javier Hinojosa Engineering PO#651828-R (Audio Reference 08m:35s)
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 7.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $92,989.52 from Venser Construction LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-25-050-11-10. Project Engineer Javier Hinojosa Engineering PO#651828-R (Audio Reference 08m:35s)
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 7.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
8.
2023 Bond Referendum Projects:
A.
AI -104537
Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 8-6, as it relates to the 2023 Bond Project No. 8–Ditch 1.9, 2, 4a La Villa Edcouch-Elsa (Delta Flood Mitigation), and authorization for the Chairman of the Board to execute all necessary documents, subject to final legal review. (Audio Reference 08m:52s)
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, subject to final legal review.
Vote: 4 - 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, subject to final legal review.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI -104463
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 34 to provide Construction Materials Testing (CMT) & Construction Management (CM) services in the total amount of $105,139.72 as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC. Contract No. C-HCDD1-23-036-07-25, for "USIBWC Structure 606AL - 2023 Bond Referendum Project No. 34 (Subject to final legal review) (Audio Reference 09m:18s)
Mr. Sesin stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 8.B.
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.B, 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 8.B.
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.B, subject to final legal review.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI -104545
Requesting approval of Change Order No. 4, reflecting an increase of $70,587.50 and 90 additional construction calendar days for the project "PD Lateral Extension 5 –2023 Bond Referendum Project No. 15", Contract No. C-HCDD1-25-015-06-24, with Synergy Development & Construction, LLC, as recommended by Project Engineer, Assistant District General Manager, Omar Anzaldua Jr., PE, CFM, PMP, CCM. (Audio Reference 09m:50s)
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.C.
Vote: 4 - 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.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI -104534
Structure 606 AL - Budget 722
Approval to issue payments on award from the Honorable Judge Patricia O'Cana-Olivarez to (2) special commissioners, Jose Luis Bravo and Marcela Renee Salinas in the amount of $2,500.00 each pertaining to condemnation proceedings for Parcel 2:B-23-22 Cause CCD-0940-I. (Audio Reference 10m:16s)
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.D.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval to issue payments on award from the Honorable Judge Patricia O'Cana-Olivarez to (2) special commissioners, Jose Luis Bravo and Marcela Renee Salinas in the amount of $2,500.00 each pertaining to condemnation proceedings for Parcel 2:B-23-22 Cause CCD-0940-I. (Audio Reference 10m:16s)
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.D.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI -104533
La Villa/Edcouch/Elsa Phase 2 - Budget 708
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $412,150.17 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-25-059-12-09. Project Engineer S2 PO#651982 (Audio Reference 10m:51s)
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.E.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Raymondville Drain - Budget 010
2. Payment approval of Invoice No. 0409-2026 RD in the amount of $254,148.16 from Hidalgo County Precinct 4 for Raymondville Drain work for Pay Periods 4 through 9 2026. (Audio Reference 11m:09s)
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.E.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
PD Lateral Drain Ext 3 - Budget 715
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 5 in the amount of $281,977.14 from Synergy Development & Construction, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD125-039-09-02. Project Engineer South Texas Infrastructure Group PO#651983 (Audio Reference 11m:27s)
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.E.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $412,150.17 from Mor-Wil, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD1-25-059-12-09. Project Engineer S2 PO#651982 (Audio Reference 10m:51s)
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.E.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Raymondville Drain - Budget 010
2. Payment approval of Invoice No. 0409-2026 RD in the amount of $254,148.16 from Hidalgo County Precinct 4 for Raymondville Drain work for Pay Periods 4 through 9 2026. (Audio Reference 11m:09s)
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.E.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
PD Lateral Drain Ext 3 - Budget 715
3. Approval of Application for Payment No. 5 in the amount of $281,977.14 from Synergy Development & Construction, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract C-HCDD125-039-09-02. Project Engineer South Texas Infrastructure Group PO#651983 (Audio Reference 11m:27s)
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.E.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
9.
Closed Session: (Audio Reference 11m:44s)
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 9:45 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to proceed into Closed Session.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
No action was taken on Agenda Items 9.A-C, as they were items discussed during Closed Session.
Reference Agenda Items 10.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 9:45 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to proceed into Closed Session.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
No action was taken on Agenda Items 9.A-C, as they were items discussed during Closed Session.
Reference Agenda Items 10.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)
10.
Open Session: (Audio Reference 12m:33s)
The Board returned from Closed Session at 10:01 A.M.
Commissioner Torres joined the meeting at this time.
The Board returned from Closed Session at 10:01 A.M.
Commissioner Torres joined the meeting at this time.
A.
Possible Action of Real Estate Acquisition (Audio Reference 12m:37s)
Legal Counsel, Ivan Perez, recommended a motion to authorize Raul Sesin and legal counsel 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 10.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Legal Counsel, Ivan Perez, recommended a motion to authorize Raul Sesin and legal counsel 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 10.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
B.
Possible Action on Pending and/or Potential Litigation (Audio Reference 12m:37s)
Legal Counsel, Ivan Perez, recommended a motion to authorize Raul Sesin and legal counsel 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 10.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The Board proceeded to Agenda Item 11.
Legal Counsel, Ivan Perez, recommended a motion to authorize Raul Sesin and legal counsel 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 10.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The Board proceeded to Agenda Item 11.
C.
Possible Action on items discussed during Closed Session
No action was taken on Agenda Item 10.C.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 10.C.
11.
Adjourn (Audio Reference 12m:53s)
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. 1, DAVID FUENTES, 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. 1, DAVID FUENTES, 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 1st day of September, 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 September 1, 2026.
Signed this 28th day of September 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 1st day of September, 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 September 1, 2026.
Signed this 28th day of September 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