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| BURNET COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT |
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| Jim Luther. Jr | Damon Beierle | Bryan Wilson | Chad Collier | Joe Don Dockery | |
| Precinct 1 | Precinct 2 | County Judge | Precinct 3 | Precinct 4 | |
An agenda packet containing detailed information on the items listed below is distributed to the County Judge, Commissioners, and County Clerk the Friday preceding the meeting. The agenda packet is also posted on the county website at www.burnetcountytexas.org, under Public Meetings. A hard copy of the agenda packet is available in the County Clerk's office. Our Mission Statement: The mission of Burnet County is to maintain overall efficient and effective management of county resources while providing the services mandated by state and federal law and desired by the citizens of Burnet County.
REGULAR SESSION MEETING DATE: Tuesday FEBRUARY 10, 2026
MEETING TIME: 9:00 a.m.
MEETING PLACE: 2nd Floor Courtroom located at 220 S. Pierce, Burnet, Texas
1.
Call to Order
2.
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flags
3.
Public Comments - Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.007 and the Burnet County commissioners court rules of decorum, any person may make comment on any item not appearing on the agenda. Any comments made will not be deliberated on by the Commissioners Court during this Public Comments agenda item. Public Comments are limited to three (3) minutes per person.
4.
Executive Session. Discussion with Burnet County Commissioner's Court and the County Civil Attorney(s) and/or the County Attorney in accordance with Texas Government Codes 551.071. (Consultation with Attorney). (Wilson)
a. Discuss confidential attorney-client legal matters, anticipated litigation and other legal matters pertaining to Burnet County's response to Bell County East to Big Hill 765kV Transmission Project including legal analysis and applicability of Chapter 391, Local Government Code.
i. Formation of a 391 Commission.
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5.
Reconvene in Open Session.
6.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Burnet County's response to the Bell County East to Big Hill 765kV Transmission Project, LCRA/ONCOR electric line: (Wilson)
a. Directing the Burnet County Judge to identify governmental entities with which to form a 391 Commission.
a. Directing the Burnet County Judge to identify governmental entities with which to form a 391 Commission.
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7.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the selection of a law firm to contract with Burnet County Commissioners Court General Counsel budgeted from line 100-4090-4940 in an amount not to exceed $20,000. (Wilson)
8.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a burn ban for the unincorporated areas of Burnet County. (Wilson)
9.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding appointments for committees and boards: (Wilson)
a. Appointment of Cary Johnson, Dr. Amy Van Dorfy, and Charity Taber to the Burnet County Hospital Authority Board for a two (2) year term.
a. Appointment of Cary Johnson, Dr. Amy Van Dorfy, and Charity Taber to the Burnet County Hospital Authority Board for a two (2) year term.
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10.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding revising the Burnet County Commissioners Court Agenda Item Request Form to 'Agenda items and supporting documents are due to Court Coordinator's Office (Rm. 201) or countyjudge@burnetcountytexas.org no later than 5:00 p.m., twelve calendar (12) days prior to the scheduled commissioner court meeting, in order to comply with Government Code 551.043. An exception for late submission may be granted with written approval from a Commissioner or the County Judge and must include a stated explanation for late submission.' (Wilson)
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11.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on authorizing the Burnet County Commissioners Court to sign and submit a letter of support to Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) in response to the current Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO) call for projects, for potential funding of the following transportation projects: (Wilson)
a. State Highway (SH) 29 from Lenhe Road to FM 1174, to complete the gap on SH 29 and upgrade the corridor to a five-lane section with a center turn lane and wide shoulders;
b. SH 71 from Spur 191 to CR 401, to complete the remainder of SH 71 upgrades needed to match the five-lane sections to the east and currently under construction at CR 401; and
c. US 281 from RM 1855 to Park Road 4, to upgrade the existing four-lane undivided facility to a 5-lane section with 10-foot shoulders.
a. State Highway (SH) 29 from Lenhe Road to FM 1174, to complete the gap on SH 29 and upgrade the corridor to a five-lane section with a center turn lane and wide shoulders;
b. SH 71 from Spur 191 to CR 401, to complete the remainder of SH 71 upgrades needed to match the five-lane sections to the east and currently under construction at CR 401; and
c. US 281 from RM 1855 to Park Road 4, to upgrade the existing four-lane undivided facility to a 5-lane section with 10-foot shoulders.
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12.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the following for the Burnet County Historical Courthouse: (Wilson)
a. The planning grant application to the Texas Historical Commission for the Burnet County Courthouse, based on an estimated construction cost of $8,971,544, the court must select one of the following options:
a. The planning grant application to the Texas Historical Commission for the Burnet County Courthouse, based on an estimated construction cost of $8,971,544, the court must select one of the following options:
i. Option 1: Rehabilitation — Keeping 1974 addition (work on 1974 portions will more than likely be ineligible costs through THC or detract from competitive scoring). County share for planning grant: $496,236
ii. Option 2: Restoration with Basement — Remove 1974 addition but keep and extend basement (basement costs would be ineligible through THC). County share for planning grant: $913,366, or
iii. Option 3: Full Restoration — Remove all additions (1974 above and below grade) and return to 1937 CH. County share for planning grant: $446,236
ii. Option 2: Restoration with Basement — Remove 1974 addition but keep and extend basement (basement costs would be ineligible through THC). County share for planning grant: $913,366, or
iii. Option 3: Full Restoration — Remove all additions (1974 above and below grade) and return to 1937 CH. County share for planning grant: $446,236
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13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action concerning a request for a replat of lots 128 and 129, River Oaks, to be known as lot 128A, River Oaks, a combination of 2 lots into 1. (Luther)
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14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action concerning a request for a variance from the Burnet County Subdivision Regulations by Sarah Koen for a 2 acre tract out of a 136 acre tract located on CR 200A, BCAD parcel #48840. (Beierle)
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15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action concerning the final plat of Headwaters at the San Gabriel, Phase 2, a public subdivision consisting of 26 lots on 28.56 acres located in the 700 block of CR 333. (Collier)
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16.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding authorizing Burnet County Road & Bridge Precinct 4 to purchase one (1) vehicle from the 2022 Tax Notes Funds in an amount not to exceed $62,629.45. (Dockery)
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17.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding approval of the Burnet County Treasurer's Monthly Report - December 2025. (Wilson)
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18.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding acceptance of Burnet County Treasurer's Quarterly Investment Report - Q1 FY26. (Wilson)
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19.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding invoices without PO's or contracts as required in Local Government Code § 113.901. (Wilson)
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20.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding budget inner departmental line item transfers: (Wilson)
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21.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action for the authorization of payment of claims previously approved by the County Auditor. (Wilson)
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22.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve, sign, and execute all necessary documents and actions regarding the following changes to the construction at 127 E. Jackson Street:
a) Approve the increase in the contract amount with JPoole by $6,000
b) Change order to remove the fire control costs from the current contract in the amount not to exceed $52,262.92
c) Authorize the increase of the General Contractor costs in the amount not to exceed $57,507.18
d) Authorize the County Judge to execute a contract with Johnson Controls, a sole-source vendor in an amount not to exceed $53,000.
a) Approve the increase in the contract amount with JPoole by $6,000
b) Change order to remove the fire control costs from the current contract in the amount not to exceed $52,262.92
c) Authorize the increase of the General Contractor costs in the amount not to exceed $57,507.18
d) Authorize the County Judge to execute a contract with Johnson Controls, a sole-source vendor in an amount not to exceed $53,000.
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Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve, sign, and execute all necessary documents and actions regarding the following contracts, agreements or grants to be approved and/or ratified: (Wilson)
a. An agreement with Constable Precinct 4 and CAD (Computer Aided Dispatch) for the Net Motion License in an amount not to exceed $2,736;
b. A Motorola Solutions Service Agreement for service dates 10/01/2025 through 06/01/2026 in an amount not to exceed $22,312.30;
c. Select and enter a contract with a vending machine service (Jason Steffan Vending Machine Products or Big Town Vending) providing a 5% commission to Burnet County for machines placed in County facilities;
d. Select and enter a contract between Burnet County Tourism Department and a data software service (Datafy, Placer AI, or Zartico) in an amount not to exceed $27,150;
e. Approval to sign a resolution and apply for the FY27 Rifle-Resistant Body Armor Grant Program for the Burnet County Sheriff's Office that has a no-match requirement;
f. Enter an agreement for a subscription between Burnet County Technologies Department and Virtru and SADA Systems in an amount not to exceed $4,308.18;
f. To sponsor Spicewood Live in an amount not to exceed $1,000;
g. To sponsor Spider Mountain Downhill Series in an amount not to exceed $1,000;
h. To sponsor Wakepoint Open 2026 in an amount not to exceed $2,500; and
i. To sponsor the Cottonwood Shores Fresh Air Fridays/ Coffee & Cars in an amount not to exceed $1,500.
a. An agreement with Constable Precinct 4 and CAD (Computer Aided Dispatch) for the Net Motion License in an amount not to exceed $2,736;
b. A Motorola Solutions Service Agreement for service dates 10/01/2025 through 06/01/2026 in an amount not to exceed $22,312.30;
c. Select and enter a contract with a vending machine service (Jason Steffan Vending Machine Products or Big Town Vending) providing a 5% commission to Burnet County for machines placed in County facilities;
d. Select and enter a contract between Burnet County Tourism Department and a data software service (Datafy, Placer AI, or Zartico) in an amount not to exceed $27,150;
e. Approval to sign a resolution and apply for the FY27 Rifle-Resistant Body Armor Grant Program for the Burnet County Sheriff's Office that has a no-match requirement;
f. Enter an agreement for a subscription between Burnet County Technologies Department and Virtru and SADA Systems in an amount not to exceed $4,308.18;
f. To sponsor Spicewood Live in an amount not to exceed $1,000;
g. To sponsor Spider Mountain Downhill Series in an amount not to exceed $1,000;
h. To sponsor Wakepoint Open 2026 in an amount not to exceed $2,500; and
i. To sponsor the Cottonwood Shores Fresh Air Fridays/ Coffee & Cars in an amount not to exceed $1,500.
Attachments
- Tyler Constable 4 -MobileCAD
- Motorola Service Agreement
- Jason Steffan Vending Machine Products
- Big Town Vending
- Toursim Table and Recommendation
- Datafy Quote
- PlacerAI Quote
- Zartico Quote
- Rifle-Resistant Body Armor Grant Program Resolution
- Rifle-Resistant Body Armor Grant Program, FY2027 _ eGrants
- Virtru and SADA
- Spicewood Live Sponsorship
- Downhill Series Spider Mountain Sponsorship
- Wakepoint Open Sponsorship
- Fresh Air Fridays Sponsorship
24.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve, sign, and execute all necessary documents and actions regarding the following contracts, agreements or grants to be approved and/or ratified: (Wilson)
a. To sponsor the Marble Falls/ Highland Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce Battle on the Colorado event in an amount not to exceed $1,000; and
b. To sponsor the Marble Falls/ Highland Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce Mayfest event in an amount not to exceed $750.
a. To sponsor the Marble Falls/ Highland Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce Battle on the Colorado event in an amount not to exceed $1,000; and
b. To sponsor the Marble Falls/ Highland Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce Mayfest event in an amount not to exceed $750.
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25.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve, sign, and execute all necessary documents and actions regarding the following contracts, agreements or grants to be approved and/or ratified: (Wilson)
a. To sponsor the Jackson Street Jams 2026 in an amount not to exceed $3,600; and
b. To sponsor the Burnet Chamber of Commerce Bluebonnet Festival in an amount not to exceed $5,000.
a. To sponsor the Jackson Street Jams 2026 in an amount not to exceed $3,600; and
b. To sponsor the Burnet Chamber of Commerce Bluebonnet Festival in an amount not to exceed $5,000.
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26.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action authorizing the Burnet County Judge to negotiate and enter into a contract with the identified best qualified vendor for RFQ 26-4090-02 and to begin professional engineering services for transportation planning and Capital Improvement Plan and Program (CIPP) Development, not to exceed $150,000. (Wilson)
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Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action authorizing the Burnet County Judge to negotiate and enter into a contract with the identified best qualified vendor for RFQ 26-4090-01 and to begin professional Architect Services for Burnet County Facilities Master Plan, not to exceed $75,000. (Wilson)
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28.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to issue two separate Request for Qualifications (RFQ), in accordance with Texas Local Government Code 2254.003, for professional engineering services related to the Senate Bill 3 Outdoor Warning Siren Project for the following:
a. A professional engineering firm to provide project management services and coordination with state and local governments in an amount not to exceed $50,000; and
b. A professional engineering firm to design, develop, and receive public input and all other engineering services in an amount not to exceed $200,000.
a. A professional engineering firm to provide project management services and coordination with state and local governments in an amount not to exceed $50,000; and
b. A professional engineering firm to design, develop, and receive public input and all other engineering services in an amount not to exceed $200,000.
29.
Acknowledgment of Receipt: (Wilson)
a. Marble Fall Areas EMS Burnet County Quarterly Update — January 29, 2026;
b. PEC Utility Connections - 01.26.26;
c. PEC Utility Connections - 02.02.26;
d. Mail from Jeff Kubin, James Giddens, and Bob Guthrie;
e. Governor's Proclamation re: New World Screwworm;
f. Zoonosis Control Newsletter;
g. TCEQ Notice of Receipt of Applications and Intent to Obtain Air Permit (NORI) Amendment and Renewal; and
h. Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs Notification of Affordable Rental Housing Application(s) Proposed in Burnet County.
a. Marble Fall Areas EMS Burnet County Quarterly Update — January 29, 2026;
b. PEC Utility Connections - 01.26.26;
c. PEC Utility Connections - 02.02.26;
d. Mail from Jeff Kubin, James Giddens, and Bob Guthrie;
e. Governor's Proclamation re: New World Screwworm;
f. Zoonosis Control Newsletter;
g. TCEQ Notice of Receipt of Applications and Intent to Obtain Air Permit (NORI) Amendment and Renewal; and
h. Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs Notification of Affordable Rental Housing Application(s) Proposed in Burnet County.
Attachments
- MFAEMS - Burnet County Quarterly Update - 01-29-26
- PEC Utility Connections - 01.26.26
- PEC Utility Connections - 02.02.26
- Mail from Kubin.Giddens.Guthrie
- Governors Proclamation New World Screwworm 012926
- Zoonosis Control Newsletter 2026 V1
- TCEQ Notice of Receipt of Applications and Intent to Obtain Air Permit (NORI) Amendment and Renewal
- Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs Notification of Affordable Rental Housing Application(s) Proposed in Burnet County
30.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the commissioners court modifying regularly scheduled meetings. (Wilson)
31.
Calendar Review.
32.
Adjournment
The Commissioners' Court reserves the right to adjourn into Executive Session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any matters as authorized by the Texas Government Code including, but not limited to, Sections: 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney) 551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property), 551.073 (Deliberations about Gifts and Donations). Deliberations about Security Devices), 551.087 (Economic Development), 418.183 (Deliberations about Homeland Security Issues). Compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Burnet County will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending Commissioners' Court. To better serve you, requests should be received 24 hours prior to the meetings. Please contact Ms. Madeline Parker, Commissioners' Court Coordinator, at (512) 715-5276. Please note, the location of the meeting is subject to change based upon availability of the Courtroom. If meeting location is changed, notice at the above meeting location shall be posted to ensure public access to meeting is granted.
Posted by 5:00 o'clock P.M. on the 4th day of February, 2026
COMMISSIONERS COURT, BURNET COUNTY, TEXAS
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CLERK OF THE COURT
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COUNTY JUDGE