April 2, 2026 Rio Grande Valley Public Utility Agency Notice of Special Organizational Meeting

This meeting is the inaugural organizational meeting of the Rio Grande Valley Public Utility Agency (RGVPUA). The primary purpose is to establish the agency's foundational operational and administrative structures.

Meeting Details:

• Date: April 2, 2026
• Time: 5:30 p.m.
• Location: San Benito Municipal Building, Cesar Gonzalez Meeting Hall, 401 North Sam Houston Boulevard, San Benito, Texas 78586.

Key Decisions:

The Board of Directors will be voting on and taking action regarding the following:

• Election of Officers: The specific officers to be elected are not detailed, but this is a core organizational decision.
• Approval of Service Contracts:
  • Interim General Counsel
  • Interim Administrative Support Services
  • Interim Manager
• Designation of Official Spokesperson: To formally appoint an individual to speak on behalf of the RGVPUA.
• Adoption of an Interim Budget: The specific dollar amount of the interim budget is not provided.
• Adoption of an Official Seal: Formalizing the agency's official emblem.
• Acquisition of Insurance Coverage: Specifically for director and officer liability.
• Designation of Time for Regular Board Meetings: Establishing a recurring schedule for future meetings.
• Designation of Location for Posting Notices: Determining where official public notices will be displayed.
• Designation of RGVPUA Offices: Identifying the physical location of the agency's offices.
• Ratification of IRS Application: Approving the filing of an application for an Employer Identification Number with the United States Internal Revenue Service.
• Designation of RGVPUA's Fiscal Year: Setting the agency's financial year.
• Authorization of RGVPUA Depository and Bank Account: Selecting a financial institution and authorizing the establishment of a bank account.
• Ratification of Prior Actions: Approving any actions taken by Directors and consultants before this organizational meeting.
• Other Necessary Matters: The board may discuss and act on other items essential for the agency's creation and organization.

Public Hearings:

• Topic: Public Comments.
• Time: During the meeting, after the introduction of board members and before the action items.
• Participation:
  • Speakers are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker.
  • Individuals providing testimony through a translator are limited to six (6) minutes, unless simultaneous translation equipment is used.

Financial Items:

• Interim Budget: The board will discuss, consider, and take action on adopting an interim budget. No specific dollar amount is provided.
• Service Contracts: The board will discuss, consider, and take action on approval of service contracts for Interim General Counsel, Interim Administrative Support Services, and Interim Manager. No specific dollar amounts or vendors are listed for these contracts.
• Insurance Coverage: The board will discuss, consider, and take action on the acquisition of insurance coverage for director and officer liability. No specific dollar amounts are provided.

Notable Items:

• Establishment of a New Public Utility Agency: This meeting marks the formal beginning of the Rio Grande Valley Public Utility Agency, which will have significant implications for public utility services in the region.
• Election of Officers and Spokesperson: These decisions will shape the leadership and public representation of the new agency.
• Adoption of an Interim Budget and Official Seal: These are foundational steps in establishing the agency's financial and official identity.
• Legal Advice in Executive Session: The board may enter executive session to receive legal advice concerning the creation and operation of the public utility agency, as permitted by Texas Government Code § 551.071. This indicates potential legal complexities or discussions that are not for public disclosure.