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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 24, 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. Public comment for items listed on this agenda will be heard when the agenda is called.
4.
Presentation from Caroline Ragsdill regarding the annual report from the Burnet County Child Welfare Board. (Wilson)
5.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding identifying the best qualified vendor for RFQ 26-4090-02 for transportation planning and Capital Improvement Plan and Program (CIPP) Development, in an amount not to exceed $150,000: (Wilson)
a. Interview GLS;
b. Interview American Structurepoint;
c. Select the best qualified vendor on the basis of demonstrated competence and qualifications to perform the services; and
d. Authorize the County Judge to negotiate a fair and reasonable price and award and enter a contract with the identified best qualified vendor.
a. Interview GLS;
b. Interview American Structurepoint;
c. Select the best qualified vendor on the basis of demonstrated competence and qualifications to perform the services; and
d. Authorize the County Judge to negotiate a fair and reasonable price and award and enter a contract with the identified best qualified vendor.
6.
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 Code 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.
b. Discuss the formation of a 391 Commission.
7.
Reconvene in Open Session.
8.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the items discussed in executive session: (Wilson)
a. Update regarding Burnet County's response to the Bell County East to Big Hill 765kV Transmission Line Project, LCRA/ ONCOR electric line; and
b. Authorization of creation of a 391 Commission with the City of Burnet;
a. Update regarding Burnet County's response to the Bell County East to Big Hill 765kV Transmission Line Project, LCRA/ ONCOR electric line; and
b. Authorization of creation of a 391 Commission with the City of Burnet;
i. Appoint two elected officials of commissioners court as representatives of Burnet County on any authorized 391 Commission.
Attachments
9.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a burn ban for the unincorporated areas of Burnet County. (Wilson)
10.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding appointments for committees and boards: (Luther)
a. Reappointment of Brad Beneski to Emergency Services District (ESD) Board No. 5;
b. Reappointment of Tommy Skinner to ESD Board No. 5.
a. Reappointment of Brad Beneski to Emergency Services District (ESD) Board No. 5;
b. Reappointment of Tommy Skinner to ESD Board No. 5.
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action concerning a request to replat lot 8032-C, Enclave at the Legends, Plat No. 8.32, to be known as lots 8032-D and 8033-C, Enclave at the Legends, Plat No. 8.32, a division of 1 lot into 2. (Luther)
Attachments
12.
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)
Attachments
13.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action concerning a request for a variance from the Burnet County Subdivision Regulations by Jeffery Alan Bow, Sr. for a 6.5-acre tract out of an 11.3-acre tract known as BCAD parcel #47558 located at the northwest corner of FM 1174 and CR 321. (Collier)
Attachments
14.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding selecting a web host vendor to ensure all Burnet County domains are ADA compliant according to the Department of Justice by April 24, 2026 in an amount not to exceed $36,642 from fund 100-5040-4540. (Wilson)
Attachments
- Web Vendors Chart
- Business Case ADA
- CivicPlus Quote
- Revize Website Proposal
- Govstack Quote
- ezTask.com_Inc. Quote
15.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding approval of the Treasurer's monthly report - January 2026. (Wilson)
Attachments
16.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding invoices without Purchase Orders or contracts as required in Local Government Code § 113.901. (Wilson)
Attachments
17.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding budget inner departmental line item transfers. (Wilson)
Attachments
18.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action for the authorization of payment of claims previously approved by the County Auditor. (Wilson)
Attachments
19.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve, sign, and execute all necessary documents and actions regarding contracts, agreements or grants to be approved and/or ratified: (Wilson)
a. To sponsor the Bertram Art, Herb, and Wine Festival in an amount not to exceed $1,500;
b. To purchase and enter into a contract with VistaCom on behalf of the Burnet County Sheriff's Department in an amount not to exceed $10,354;
c. To enter a Subrecipient Agreement for Texas Division of Emergency Management Administered Awards and designate the County Judge as the Designation of Account Approval (DAA) and Designation of Subrecipient Agent (DAS).
a. To sponsor the Bertram Art, Herb, and Wine Festival in an amount not to exceed $1,500;
b. To purchase and enter into a contract with VistaCom on behalf of the Burnet County Sheriff's Department in an amount not to exceed $10,354;
c. To enter a Subrecipient Agreement for Texas Division of Emergency Management Administered Awards and designate the County Judge as the Designation of Account Approval (DAA) and Designation of Subrecipient Agent (DAS).
Attachments
- Art Herb Wine Festival Sponsorship
- VistaCom Motorola v2025.1 Update Quote
- Terms and Conditions
- Designation_of_Subrecipient_Agent
- Designation_of_Account_Approval
20.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on additional engineering services with K.C. engineering for the Wirtz Dam Road and Bridge Project regarding the necessity of procuring easements in an amount not to exceed $22,050. (Wilson)
Attachments
21.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action concerning calling for Bids and Bid openings, request for proposals/qualifications and related openings:
a. Authorization to go out to bid for the installation and configuration of an aerial fiber connection for the Burnet County Data Center to other County buildings; (Collier)
b. Authorization to go out to bid for the selection of a vendor to provide fuel card services and possible fuel storage solutions with a payment requirement of not less than once per month. (Wilson)
a. Authorization to go out to bid for the installation and configuration of an aerial fiber connection for the Burnet County Data Center to other County buildings; (Collier)
b. Authorization to go out to bid for the selection of a vendor to provide fuel card services and possible fuel storage solutions with a payment requirement of not less than once per month. (Wilson)
Attachments
22.
Acknowledgment of Receipt: (Wilson)
a. Racial Profiling Report from the Burnet County Sheriff's Office;
b. PEC Utility Connections - 02.09.26;
c. PEC Utility Connections - 02.16.26;
d. Burnet County Auditor FY26 Monthly financial report — December;
e. Memorandum from State Representative Joanne Shofner regarding House Bill 2560 - Adopt-a-County-Road program.
a. Racial Profiling Report from the Burnet County Sheriff's Office;
b. PEC Utility Connections - 02.09.26;
c. PEC Utility Connections - 02.16.26;
d. Burnet County Auditor FY26 Monthly financial report — December;
e. Memorandum from State Representative Joanne Shofner regarding House Bill 2560 - Adopt-a-County-Road program.
Attachments
- Racial Profiling Report
- 2026.02.09_PEC_Report
- 2026.02.16_PEC_Report
- Financial Rpt for Dec 2025
- HB 2560 Judges and Commissioners Letter
23.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the Commissioners Court modifying regularly scheduled meetings. (Wilson)
24.
Calendar Review.
25.
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) for all items listed on the regal agenda.
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.
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 18th day of February, 2026
COMMISSIONERS COURT, BURNET COUNTY, TEXAS
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CLERK OF THE COURT
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COUNTY JUDGE