1.  Call to Order
 
2. Invocation.
 
3. Pledge of Allegiance to the flags.
 
4.  Public Comments.  Any person with business before the Commissioner’s Court not scheduled on the   agenda may speak to the Court.  No formal action can be taken on these items at this meeting. Comments regarding specific agenda items should occur when the item is called.  There is a 2 minute speaking limit. 
 
5.  Discussion and/or action concerning the Final Plat of Buena Vida Ranch, a Private Subdivision, 158.93 acres ( 158.975 acres ) out of the Mumucan Hunt Svy., Abst. #443, Burnet County Texas, consisting of four 5 acre + lots, thirteen 10 acre +lots and approximately 3400 ft. of new private street.
 
6.  Discussion and/or action regarding the cancellation of L Bar Subdivision, being 10 lots on 102.93 acres out of the William Williams Svy. #31, Abst. #947 as recorded in instrument #199706702 of the Burnet County Deed Records.
 
7.  Discussion and/or action regarding a Ratification on a Public hearing concerning a replat of Lot 2-B of Greystone Ranch, Phase One, A Private Subdivision, recorded in Cabinet 4, Slide 81-B of the Plat Records of Burnet County, Texas to be known as “Replay of Lot 2-B, Greystone Ranch, Phase One, A Private Subdivision, Burnet County, Texas previously accepted in the August 22nd Comm. Court Meeting and, followed by discussion and action on same.
 
8.  Discussion and/or action regarding the Replat of Lots 2, 3, and 4 ( 33.64 acres ), Cisco Ranch, Burnet County, Texas.
 
9.  Discussion and/or approval of a Proclamation to proclaim September 2017 as Burnet County Hunger Awareness Month. 
 
10.  Discussion and/or action regarding the acceptance of an anonymous donation of $3,000 for the Sheriff’s Office to purchase citation printers of patrol vehicles.
 
11.  Discussion and/or action regarding the amendment to the Burnet County Personnel Policy in regards to the Whistleblower Protection.
 
12.  Discussion and/or action regarding the approval of the Sheriff and Constable Fees for 2018.
 
13.  Discussion and/or action regarding FY18 Interlocal Agreement with Coryell and Limestone Counties for ABTPA Grant for Heart of Texas Auto Theft Task Force.
 
14.  Discussion and/or action regarding the Appointments to the Burnet County Hospital Authority Board for a two year term.
 
15.  Discussion and/or action regarding approval to accept grant for FY18 for 33^rd and 424^th Judicial Districts Drug Court Program with Specialty Courts Program with the Criminal Justice Division (CJD) of the Office of the Governor (OOG) Grant #1738514.
 
16.  Discussion and/or action regarding Matters pertaining to the Tuesday, November 7, 2017 Constitutional Amendment Election:
a. Approve consolidation of precincts for Election Day (see Polling Place Scheme and Deployment Chart).
b. Approve number of poll workers for Early Voting, Election Day, and Early voting Ballot Board (see Polling Place Scheme and Deployment Chart).
c. Appoint precinct judges and alternates for the consolidated precincts and Early voting Ballot Board presiding judge (attached Judges for Consolidated Precincts).
 
17.  Discussion and/or action to accept one-time additional funds from the FY 17 Indigent Defense Formula Grant increasing original award of $51,111 to estimated revised awarded of $62,849.  This amount may increase as final accounting of FY17 is completed.  The increase will be added to final quarterly payment in November.
 
18.  Discussion and/or action concerning combining the various Courthouse Security Funds collected (CCP 102.017) into one account.  Currently, there are 5 Courthouse Security Funds accounts.  Each JP has a separate account and these are all the same Code of Criminal Procedure 102.017.  These funds are used to offset a portion of the bailiff’s salaries.
 
19.  Discussion and/or action concerning Estimate from Bostic Co. ($35,900) to make improvements to Fort Croghan using Restricted Funds from Unclaimed Capital Credits (LGC 381.004) approximate balance is $237,000 from funds received in FY16 and FY17.
 
20.  Discussion and/or action for corrected FY2018 MOU with Burnet County, Burnet County Sheriff’s office and Bluebonnet Trails Community Services for $110,030 for Crisis Diversion program. Due to the fact that the Demonstration Year 7 through the Medicaid 1115 Transformation Waiver has not been approved or extended, Section III.F was changed to add the possibility of project ending 12-31-17 if the waiver is not approved/extended.  This will replace the MOU originally approved and signed on 8-22-17.
 
21.  Discussion and/or action for approval to accept and sign authorization forms and resolutions for contracts from TXDOT Traffic Safety Grants of $16,755.33 for STEP CMV Grant #2018-BurnettC-S-1YG-0101 and $27,929.34 for STEP Wave Comprehensive Granit # 2018-BurnettC-S-1YG-077.  Effective grant dates: October 1, 2017 – September 30, 2018.
 
22. Discussion and/or action regarding Resolutions for the Re-Sale of Lots 939 & 940, Sec. B, Sherwood Shores III, Burnet County, Texas.
 
23.  Discussion and/or action regarding Resolutions for the Re-Sale of Lot 603, Sherwood Shores III, Section A, Burnet County, Texas.
 
24.  Discussion and/or action regarding Resolutions for the Re-Sale of Lot 37, Block 2, Unit 2, Grandview Beach, Burnet County, Texas.
 
25.  Discussion and/or action regarding Resolutions for the Re-Sale of Lots 9 & 10, Block 1, Grandview Beach Estates, Unit 2, Burnet County, Texas.
 
26.  Discussion and/or action regarding Resolutions for the Re-Sale of Lots 60 & 61, Driftwood, Section 2, City of Cottonwood Shores, Burnet County, Texas.
 
27.  Discussion and/or action regarding Resolutions for the Re-Sale of Lots K6031 & K6032, Plat K6.1, Horseshoe Bay South, City of Horseshoe Bay, Burnet County, Texas.
 
28.  Discussion and/or action regarding Resolutions for the Re-Sale of Lot K7254, Plat K7.1, Horseshoe Bay South, City of Horseshoe Bay, Burnet County, Texas.
 
29.  Discussion and/or action regarding Resolutions for the Re-Sale of Lot 403, Greencastle Section, Sherwood Shores, City of Granite Shoals, Burnet County, Texas.
 
30.  Discussion and/or action regarding Resolutions for the Re-Sale of Lot 490, Greencastle Section, Sherwood Shores, City of Granite Shoals, Burnet County, Texas.
 
31.  Discussion and/or action regarding Resolutions for the Re-Sale of Lot 514, Greencastle Section, Sherwood Shores, City of Granite Shoals, Burnet County, Texas.
 
32.  Discussion and/or action regarding Resolutions for the Re-Sale of Lot 947, Mystic Castle Section, Sherwood Shores, City of Granite Shoals, Burnet County, Texas.
 
33.  Discussion and/or action regarding Resolutions for the Re-Sale of Lots 432 & 433, Yellowstone Section, City of Cottonwood Shores, Burnet County, Texas.
 
34.  Discussion and/or action regarding Resolutions for the Re-Sale of  Lot 413, Tanglewood Section, Sherwood Shores, City of Granite Shoals, Burnet County, Texas.
 
35.  Discussion and/or action regarding Resolutions for the Re-Sale of Lot 389, Tanglewood Section, Sherwood Shores, City of Granite Shoals, Burnet County, Texas.
 
36.  Discussion and/or action regarding Resolutions for the Re-Sale of Lot 368, Tanglewood Section, Sherwood Shores, City of Granite Shoals, Burnet County, Texas.
 
37.  Discussion and/or action regarding Resolutions for the Re-Sale of Lots 1188, 1189, & 1190, Live Oak Section, Sherwood Shores, City of Granite Shoals, Burnet County, Texas.
 
38.  Discussion and/or action regarding Resolutions for the Re-Sale of Lots 1138 & 1139, Live Oak Section, Sherwood Shores, City of Granite Shoals, Burnet County, Texas.
 
39.  Discussion and/or action regarding Resolutions for the Re-Sale of Lots 1009 & 1010, Live Oak Section, Sherwood Shores, City of Granite Shoals, Burnet County, Texas.
 
40.  Discussion and/or action regarding Resolutions for the Re-Sale of Lot 377, Green Valley Section, Sherwood Shores, City of Granite Shoals, Burnet County, Texas.
 
41.  Discussion and/or action regarding Resolutions for the Re-Sale of Lot 539, Greencastle Section, Sherwood Shores, City of Granite Shoals, Burnet County, Texas.
 
42.  Discussion and/or action regarding Resolutions for the Re-Sale of Lot 323, Greenbriar Section, Sherwood Shores, City of Granite Shoals, Burnet County, Texas.
 
43.  Discussion and/or action regarding Resolutions for the Re-Sale of Lots 29 & 30, Elm Creek Section, Sherwood Shores II, Burnet County, Texas.
 
44.  Discussion and/or action regarding Resolutions for the Re-Sale of Lots 451, 558, 659, & 660, Castle Hills Section, Sherwood Shores, City of Granite Shoals, Burnet County, Texas.
           
45.  Discussion and/or action regarding consideration and approval concerning budget line item transfers.
 
46.  Discussion and/or action regarding Monthly open P.O.’s.
 
47.  Public Hearing – 11:00 am.  Discussion and/or action regarding taking a record vote to adopt the following:
            a.  FY2018 Burnet County Budget
            b.  FY2018 proposed ad valorem tax rate for Burnet County
 
48.  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.  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), 551.074 (Personnel Matters), 551.076 (Deliberations about Security Devices), 551.087 (Economic Development), 418.183 (Deliberations about Homeland Security Issues), 551.0725 (Contracts being negotiated).               
                                   
49. Reconvene in Open Session.
 
50. Discussion and/or action regarding items discussed in Executive Session and take up for consideration and possible action, pursuant to Chapter 262, Texas Local Government Code.
 
51.  Discussion and/or action regarding Department Updates: 
                       
52.   Acknowledgement of Receipt:
            a. Notice of Application for an Air Quality Standard Permit for Permanent Rock and Concrete Crushers, TCEQ
            b.  Notice of Application and Preliminary Decision for an Air Quality Permit, TCEQ
            c.  MIS Monthly Summary
            d.  Report on the amount of rooms/bookings at the AgriLife Building
           
53.  Discussion and/or action regarding contracts, agreements or grants to be approved and/or ratified:
              a.  Starr Companies Proposal for Gutter Repair
              b.  Ratification of Steve Jackson’s Cabinet Doors Contract
              c.  101 Highland Lakes Marketing Contract
              d.  US Marshall’s Modification Agreement
              e.  Hill Country Humane Society Agreement
              f.  Burnet Chamber of Commerce Service Agreement
              g.  City of Burnet Dispatching Agreement
              h.  Circle S Pest Control Proposal
              i.  Quote from BCJ for the fence at the Impound Yard at County Jail
              j.  Quote from Marble Falls Cactus Companies, LLC for the fence at the Impound Yard at County Jail
              k.  Two Work Orders from KC Engineering on grading, base and surfacing of CR 212, 264, and 274; and replacement of existing overflow section at CR 208 and Rocky Creek
              l.  LCRA Tower Lease Renewal
             m.  Inmate Services Agreements with the following counties: Travis, Taylor, Somervell, Comanche, Mills, and McClennan
             n.  Volunteer Fire Department Agreements with: Bertram, Burnet County, Cassie, City of Burnet, City of Granite Shoals Professional Services, Briggs, Cottonwood Shores, Hoover Valley, Marble Falls, Oakalla, and Spicewood
             o.  Professional Services Agreement with: Burnet County, 33^rd District,  Burnet County Library, Burnet County Jail            
             p.  Bill Worley Veterans Services Officer Agreement
             q.  Boys & Girls Club of Highland Lakes Agreement
             r.  Capital Area Rural Transportation Agreement
             s.  City of Bertram Joann Mitte Library Agreement
             t.  Historic Jail repair quote 
             u.  FY 18-19 Interlocal Agreement
             v.  Burnet County Mod 5 with US Marshalls Service
             w.  Ratification of Possession and Use Agreement with TxDOT and Burnet County previously approved in the August 22^nd meeting. 

54.  Call for Bids/Requests for Proposals/Qualifications. Discussion and/or action on bid/RFP openings or submitted bids.
                a.  Quote to redo the low water crossing at CR. 330A
                b.  Results of the bid opening for governmental financing
                c.  Bid opening held on August 31^st for governmental financing 

55.  The following items are part of the Consent Agenda and require no deliberation by the Commissioner’s Court. Any item from this agenda may be considered separately:
            1. Consideration and approval of any pending personnel issues within the policy.
            2.  Payroll approval.
            4.  Consideration and approval concerning budget amendments.
            5.  Consideration and authorization of payment of claims previously approved by the County Auditor.
            6.  Acceptance of reports of County Officials as required by LGC 115.02 previously examined by the County Auditor.
            7.  Consideration and approval regarding Departmental equipment requests and/or property transfers.
            8.  Correspondence.
 
56.  Discussion regarding any previous agenda items.
 
57.  Calendar Review.

58.  Adjournment.







 

 Judge Oakley called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.

Bessie Jackson gave the invocation.

No comments were made.

The court discussed a proclamation to proclaim September 2017 as Burnet County Hunger Awareness Month.

Kathy Kasparek spoke on behalf of the Burnet County Hunger Alliance.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Russell Graeter, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to proclaim September 2017 as Burnet County Hunger Awareness Month.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court discussed the re-plat of Lots 2, 3, and 4 ( 33.64 acres ), Cisco Ranch, Burnet County, Texas.

Greg Mayes, Cuplin & Associates and Herb Darling, Environmental Services, presented the re-plat to the court.

Steve Shanks, Resident of Cisco Ranch, spoke in opposition to the re-plat.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Russell Graeter, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery to approve the re-plat of lots 2, 3, and 4 ( 33.64 acres ), Cisco Ranch, due to there being no deed restrictions prohibiting the re-plat.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court heard department updates:

Judge Oakley thanked Connie Morris, IT Director, for her years of service. Mrs. Morris will be retiring September 15, 2017. Mrs. Morris introduced, Ben Tarbet, as the new IT Director.

Doug Ferguson, Elections, reported on the new Election Building.

The court discussed matters pertaining to the Tuesday, November 7, 2017 Constitutional Amendment Election:
              a. Approve consolidation of precincts for Election Day (see Polling Place Scheme and Deployment Chart).
              b. Approve number of poll workers for Early Voting, Election Day, and Early voting Ballot Board (see Polling Place Scheme and Deployment Chart).
              c. Appoint precinct judges and alternates for the consolidated precincts and Early voting Ballot Board presiding judge (attached Judges for Consolidated Precincts).

Doug Ferguson, Elections, reported on the consolidation of the November Constitutional Amendment Election.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Russell Graeter to approve items a, b, and c.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

Judge Oakley opened items 22-44 for the courts consideration.

The court discussed resolutions for the sale of properties throughout Burnet County.

Stan Hemphill, Chief Appraiser, presented bids received by the Central Appraisal District.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve items 22 thru 44.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court discussed the cancellation of L Bar V Subdivision, being 10 lots on 102.93 acres out of the William Williams Svy. #31, Abst. #947 as recorded in instrument #199706702 of the Burnet County Deed Records.

Herb Darling, Environmental Services, presented the cancellation to the court.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Russell Graeter, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve the cancellation of L Bar V Subdivision.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court discussed the acceptance of an anonymous donation of $3,000 for the Sheriff’s Office to purchase citation printers for patrol vehicles.

Sheriff Calvin Boyd reported on the anonymous donation to the court.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall to approve the acceptance of an anonymous donation of $3,000 for the Sheriff’s Office to purchase citation printers for patrol vehicles.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court discussed an amendment to the Burnet County Personnel Policy in regards to the Whistleblower Protection.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Russell Graeter to approve an amendment to the Burnet County Personnel Policy in regards to the Whistleblower Protection.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court discussed the approval of the Sheriff and Constable Fees for 2018.

The court tabled this item until September 26^th  2017.

The court discussed an FY18 Interlocal Agreement with Coryell and Limestone Counties for ABTPA Grant for Heart of Texas Auto Theft Task Force.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve an FY18 Interlocal Agreement with Coryell and Limestone Counties for ABTPA Grant for Heart of Texas Auto Theft Task Force.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court discussed appointments to the Burnet County Hospital Authority Board for a two year term. The court considered the appointments of Cary Johnson, Dr. Amy Van Dorfy and Charity Taber.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve the appointments to the Burnet County Hospital Authority Board for a two year term.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court discussed approval to accept grant for FY18 for 33^rd and 424^th Judicial Districts Drug Court Program with Specialty Courts Program with the Criminal Justice Division (CJD) of the Office of the Governor (OOG) Grant #1738514.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Russell Graeter, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to accept a grant for FY18 for 33^rd and 424^th Judicial Districts Drug Court Program with Specialty Courts Program with the Criminal Justice Division (CJD) of the Office of the Governor (OOG) Grant #1738514.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court discussed the Final Plat of Buena Vida Ranch, a Private Subdivision, 158.93 acres ( 158.975 acres ) out of the Mumucan Hunt Svy., Abst. #443, Burnet County Texas, consisting of four 5 acre + lots, thirteen 10 acre +lots and approximately 3400 ft. of new private street.

Don Sherman, Willis Sherman & Associates, presented the final plat to the court.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Russell Graeter, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve the final plat of Buena Vida Ranch, a Private Subdivision, 158.93 acres ( 158.975 acres ) out of the Mumucan Hunt Svy., Abst. #443, Burnet County Texas, consisting of four 5 acre + lots, thirteen 10 acre +lots and approximately 3400 ft. of new private street.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court discussed a ratification on a public hearing concerning a re-plat of Lot 2-B of Greystone Ranch, Phase One, A Private Subdivision, recorded in Cabinet 4, Slide 81-B of the Plat Records of Burnet County, Texas to be known as “Re-plat of Lot 2-B, Greystone Ranch, Phase One, A Private Subdivision, Burnet County, Texas," previously accepted in the August 22 ^nd Comm. Court Meeting and, followed by discussion and action on same.

Don Sherman, Willis Sherman & Associates presented the re-plat to the court. Mr. Sherman stated to the court this is to correct a typographical error.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve a ratification on a Public Hearing concerning a re-plat of Lot 2-B of Greystone Ranch, Phase One, A Private Subdivision, recorded in Cabinet 4, Slide 81-B of the Plat Records of Burnet County, Texas to be known as “Re-plat of Lot 2-B, Greystone Ranch, Phase One, A Private Subdivision, Burnet County, Texas previously accepted on August 22^nd, 2017.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court discussed an action to accept one-time additional funds from the FY 17 Indigent Defense Formula Grant increasing original award of $51,111 to estimated revised awarded of $62,849.  This amount may increase as final accounting of FY17 is completed.  The increase will be added to final quarterly payment in November.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to accept a one-time additional funds from the FY 17 Indigent Defense Formula Grant increasing original award of $51,111 to estimated revised award of $62,849. This amount may increase as final accounting of FY17 is completed. The increase will be added to final quarterly payment in November.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court discussed an action concerning combining the various Courthouse Security Funds collected (CCP 102.017) into one account. Currently, there are 5 Courthouse Security Funds accounts.  Each JP has a separate account and these are all the same Code of Criminal Procedure 102.017.  These funds are used to offset a portion of the bailiff’s salaries.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Russell Graeter to approve combining the various Courthouse Security Funds collected (CCP 102.017) into one account.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court discussed a corrected FY2018 MOU with Burnet County, Burnet County Sheriff’s Office and Bluebonnet Trails Community Services for $110,030 for Crisis Diversion program. Due to the fact that the Demonstration Year 7 through the Medicaid 1115 Transformation Waiver has not been approved or extended, Section III.F was changed to add the possibility of project ending 12-31-17 if the waiver is not approved/extended.  This will replace the MOU originally approved and signed on 8-22-17.

Karen Lester, County Auditor, presented the corrected FY2018 MOU.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery to approve a corrected FY2018 MOU with Burnet County, Burnet County Sheriff’s Office and Bluebonnet Trails Community Services for $110,030 for Crisis Diversion program.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court discussed approval to accept and sign authorization forms and resolutions for contracts from TXDOT Traffic Safety Grants of $16,755.33 for STEP CMV Grant #2018-BurnetC-S-1YG-0101 and $27,929.34 for STEP Wave Comprehensive Grant # 2018-BurnetC-S-1YG-077.  Effective grant dates: October 1, 2017 – September 30, 2018.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to accept and sign authorization forms and resolutions for contracts from TXDOT Traffic Safety Grants of $16,755.33 for STEP CMV Grant #2018-BurnetC-S-1YG-0101 and $27,929.34 for STEP Wave Comprehensive Grant # 2018-BurnetC-S-1YG-077. Effective grant dates: October 1, 2017 – September 30, 2018.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court discussed the consideration and approval concerning budget line item transfers.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve line item transfers with the exception of line item transfers for the Sheriff - Courthouse Security.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court recessed at 10:14 a.m.

The court reconvened at 10:25 a.m. with all members present.

The court discussed budget line item transfers.

Sheriff Calvin Boyd pulled the line item transfer for courthouse security.

The court heard department updates:

Herb Darling, Environmental Services, reported on building permits, septic permits and continued steady growth. Mr. Darling thanked the Sheriff and Constables for all their support.

Stephanie McCormick, Collections, reported on Scofflaw and a proposed contract with McCreary, Veselka, Bragg and Allen for collection of delinquent fines and fees.

No action was taken.

 No action was taken.

No action was taken.

No action was taken.

The court made an Acknowledgement of Receipt:
            a. Notice of Application for an Air Quality Standard Permit for Permanent Rock and Concrete Crushers, TCEQ
            b.  Notice of Application and Preliminary Decision for an Air Quality Permit, TCEQ
            c.  MIS Monthly Summary
            d.  Report on the amount of rooms/bookings at the AgriLife Building

The court discussed contracts, agreements or grants to be approved and/or ratified:
               a.  Starr Companies Proposal for Gutter Repair
               b.  Ratification of Steve Jackson’s Cabinet Doors Contract
               c.  101 Highland Lakes Marketing Contract
               d.  US Marshall’s Modification Agreement
               e.  Hill Country Humane Society Agreement
               f.  Burnet Chamber of Commerce Service Agreement
               g.  City of Burnet Dispatching Agreement
               h.  Circle S Pest Control Proposal
               i.  Quote from BCJ for the fence at the Impound Yard at County Jail
               j.  Quote from Marble Falls Cactus Companies, LLC for the fence at the Impound Yard at County Jail
               k.  Two Work Orders from KC Engineering on grading, base and surfacing of CR 212, 264, and 274; and replacement of existing overflow section at CR 208 and Rocky Creek
               l.  LCRA Tower Lease Renewal
              m.  Inmate Services Agreements with the following counties: Travis, Taylor, Somervell, Comanche, Mills, and McClennan
              n.  Volunteer Fire Department Agreements with: Bertram, Burnet County, Cassie, City of Burnet, City of Granite Shoals Professional Services, Briggs, Cottonwood Shores, Hoover Valley, Marble Falls, Oakalla, and Spicewood
              o.  Professional Services Agreement with: Burnet County, 33^rd District,  Burnet County Library, Burnet County Jail
              p.  Bill Worley Veterans Services Officer Agreement
              q.  Boys & Girls Club of Highland Lakes Agreement
              r.  Capital Area Rural Transportation Agreement
              s.  City of Bertram Joann Mitte Library Agreement
              t.  Historic Jail repair quote
              u.  FY 18-19 Interlocal Agreement
              v.  Burnet County Mod 5 with US Marshalls Service 
              w.  Ratification of Possession and Use Agreement with TxDOT and Burnet County previously approved in the August 22^nd meeting



Karen Hardin, County Auditor, included 2 bids from A1 Fence & Hill Country Fence.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Russell Graeter, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve items a-h.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve the proposal from Marble Falls Cactus Company for fencing the Impound Yard.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve two work orders from KC Engineering on grading, base and surfacing of CR 212, 264, and 274; and replacement of existing overflow section at CR 208 and Rocky Creek.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Russell Graeter to approve the LCRA Tower Lease Renewal.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall to approve Inmate Services Agreements with the following counties: Travis, Taylor, Somervell, Comanche, Mills, and McClennan.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery to approve Volunteer Fire Department Agreements with: Bertram, Burnet County, Cassie, City of Burnet, City of Granite Shoals Professional Services, Briggs, Cottonwood Shores, Hoover Valley, Marble Falls, Oakalla, and Spicewood.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Russell Graeter to approve a Professional Services Agreement with: Burnet County, 33^rd District, Burnet County Library, Burnet County Jail.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

Item P has been pulled for separate consideration.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Russell Graeter to approve items q,r,s,u and w.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

No action on item T.

Item V is a duplicate item.

Karen Hardin added an additional contracts and renewals with:
Resorts and Lodges.Com.
iContact
Jim Barho for Emergency Coordinator
CASA
WBCO
Family Crisis Center
Hill Country Children's Advocacy Center
City of Marble Falls for the Marble Falls Library
City of Burnet for the Herman Brown Library
Oakalla Community Center
Seton Highland Lakes Care-A-Van
Tyler Technologies

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve all additional items.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

Judge Oakley opened this item in conjunction with item #53.

The court discussed the Veteran's Service Contract.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, to pay $1,100.00 per month.

After further discussion Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery rescinded his motion.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Russell Graeter to increase the Veteran's Service Contract to $1200.00 per month.
Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously








The court held a Public Hearing – 11:00 am.  Discussion and/or action regarding taking a record vote to adopt the following:
            a.  FY2018 Burnet County Budget
            b.  FY2018 proposed ad valorem tax rate for Burnet County

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery to adopt the FY2018 Burnet County Budget as amended.

Voting for Commissioner Luther, Commissioner Graeter, Commissioner Wall, Commissioner Dockery and Judge Oakley.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

Motion is made by: County Judge James Oakley, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery to adopt that the property tax rate be increased by the adoption of a tax rate of .3969, which is effectively a 4 percent increase in the tax rate.


Voting for Commissioner Luther, Commissioner Graeter, Commissioner Wall, Commissioner Dockery and Judge Oakley.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court made a Call for Bids/Requests for Proposals/Qualifications. Discussion and/or action on bid/RFP openings or submitted bids.
              a.  Quote to redo the low water crossing at CRd. 330A
              b.  Results of the bid opening for governmental financing
              c.  Bid opening held on August 31^st for governmental financing

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to accept a bid from Quinton McDaniel to redo the low water crossing at CR 330A in the amount of $17,930.00.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

Motion is made by: County Judge James Oakley, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to award BB&T and the alternate is NBH for governmental financing for items B & C.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court discussed the Consent Agenda and requires no deliberation by the Commissioner’s Court.  Any item from this agenda may be considered separately:
            1. Consideration and approval of any pending personnel issues within the policy.
            2.  Payroll approval.
            4.  Consideration and approval concerning budget amendments.
            5.  Consideration and authorization of payment of claims previously approved by the County Auditor.
            6.  Acceptance of reports of County Officials as required by LGC 115.02 previously examined by the County Auditor.
            7.  Consideration and approval regarding Departmental equipment requests and/or property transfers.
            8.  Correspondence.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Russell Graeter, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery to approve the consent agenda.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court discussed an estimate from Bostic Co. ($35,900) to make improvements to Fort Croghan using Restricted Funds from Unclaimed Capital Credits (LGC 381.004) approximate balance is $237,000 from funds received in FY16 and FY17.

Motion is made by: County Judge James Oakley, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve an estimate from Bostic Co. ($35,900) to make improvements to Fort Croghan using restricted funds from Unclaimed Capital Credits (LGC 381.004).

Commissioner Graeter discussed his precinct possibly removing the current fence and salvaging it for future use.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery stated the BOPATE Recycling Event will be held October 14^th 2017.

The court discussed calendar review.

Judge Oakley adjourned the meeting at 11:30 a.m.