1.  Call to Order
 
2. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance to the flags.
 
3.  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. 
 
4.  Discussion and/or action regarding the Replat of Lots 565-586, and 661-682, of Enchanted Valley, Sec. One, to be known as 565A, 569A, 574A, 579A and 583A of Enchanted Valley, Sec. One, Burnet County, Texas.
 
5.  Discussion and/or action for the acceptance of the Burnet County ESD #1 Financial Report and ESD #9 Audit.
 
6.  Discussion and/or action for approval to purchase a John Deere 332G Skid Steer with attachments for a total of $81,902.48.
 
7.  Discussion and/or action to formally appoint Jana Teague as Entity Administrator to activate SAM Entity Registration.  This is a new requirement due to alleged, third-party fraudulent activity in the System for Award Management.  Current registration update is due 9/8/18.
 
8.  Discussion and/or action concerning a donation from Ron and Sharon Cravens of two antique display cases to be used in the historic jail.
 
9.  Discussion and/or action concerning the ratification of the nomination of Paul King, Jr., for the Lower Colorado Regional Water Planning Group, Region K.
 
10.  Discussion and/or action regarding a variance request from the Burnet County Subdivision Regulations by George Godfrey to create a 2 acre tract off a 4.98 acre tract that is described at 4.98 acres out of the J.H. Johnson Svy., Abst. #477, Burnet County, Texas.
 
11. Discussion and/or action regarding the Final Plat of Clearwater Landing at LBJ II, Phase 2, Plat No. 2.10, 1.02 acres out of the William Simmons Svy. #121, Abst. #777, Burnet County, Texas.
 
12.  Discussion and/or action regarding the Replat of Lot 20, Clearwater Landing at LBJ II, Phase 2, Plat No. 2.5, Burnet County, Texas to be known as Clearwater Landing at LBJ II, Phase 2, Plat No. 2.11, 0.077 Acre, A Private  Subdivision, Burnet County Texas.
 
13.  Discussion and/or action regarding the Replat of Lot 73, Clearwater Landing at LBJ, Plat No. 1.5, Burnet County, Texas, to be known as Clearwater Landing At LBJ, Plat No. 1.6, 1.55 acres, a Private Subdivision, Burnet County, Texas.
 
14.  Discussion and/or action concerning approval of bond for Debra A. Bindseil, Justice of the Peace Precinct #4.
 
15.  Discussion and/or action concerning FY ’19 budget topics.
 
16.  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).   
           
17. Reconvene in Open Session.
 
18. 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. 
 
19.  Discussion and/or action regarding Department Updates:
           
20.   Acknowledgement of Receipt:          
            a. Texas Veterans Commission fund for Veteran’s Assistance letter
 
21.  Discussion and/or action regarding contracts, agreements or grants to be approved and/or ratified:
             a.  Vetride $50,000 grant from 2018-2019 Texas Veterans Commission Fund for Veterans General Assistance.  Grant period is 7/1/18 – 6/30/2019.
             b.  Texas 3Guns Event – Tourism
             c.  Contract with Thomas Reuters for the Public Defender’s Office
             d.  New copier/fax machine with Xerox for Indigent Health Care 

22.  Call for Bids/Requests for Proposals/Qualifications. Discussion and/or action on bid/RFP openings or submitted bids.
             a.  Circle S Pest Control quote for Ft. Croghan 
 
23.  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:
            a. Consideration and approval of any pending personnel issues within the policy.
            b. Payroll approval.
            c. Consideration and approval concerning budget amendments.
            d. Consideration and approval concerning budget line item transfers.
            e. Consideration and authorization of payment of claims previously approved by the County Auditor.
            f. Acceptance of reports of County Officials as required by LGC 115.02 previously examined by the County Auditor
            g. Consideration and approval regarding Departmental equipment requests and/or property transfers.
            h. Correspondence.
                       
24.  Discussion regarding any previous agenda items.
                                                                                                                           
25.  Calendar Review.
 
26.  Adjournment.

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

The court led the pledges to the U.S. and Texas Flags.

The court honored Jim Luther.

The court recognized the passing of Bill Wilcox.

No comments were made.

The court discussed the replat of Lots 565-586, and 661-682, of Enchanted Valley, Sec. One, to be known as 565A, 569A, 574A, 579A and 583A of Enchanted Valley, Sec. One, Burnet County, Texas.

Greg MAyes, Cuplin and Associates and Herb Darling, Environmental Services, presented the replats to the court.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery to approve the replat of Lots 565-586, and 661-682, of Enchanted Valley, Sec. One, to be known as 565A, 569A, 574A, 579A and 583A of Enchanted Valley, Sec. One, Burnet County, Texas.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court discussed the acceptance of the Burnet County ESD #1 Financial Report and ESD #9  Audit.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall to approve the acceptance of the Burnet County ESD #1 Financial Report and ESD #9 Audit.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court discussed the approval to purchase a John Deere 332G Skid Steer with attachments for a total of $81,902.48.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall to approve the purchase of a John Deere 332G Skid Steer with attachments for a total of $81,902.48.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court discussed formally appointing Jana Teague as Entity Administrator to activate SAM Entity Registration. This is a new requirement due to alleged, third-party fraudulent activity in the System for Award Management. Current registration update is due 9/8/18.

Motion is made by: County Judge James Oakley, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery to approve the formal appointment of Jana Teague as Entity Administrator to activate SAM Entity Registration.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court discussed a donation from Ron and Sharon Cravens of two antique display cases to be used in the historic jail.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve a donation from Ron and Sharon Cravens of two antique display cases to be used in the historic jail, with a value of $1,000.00.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court discussed the ratification of the nomination of Paul King, Jr., for the Lower Colorado Regional Water Planning Group, Region K.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Russell Graeter to approve the ratification of the nomination of Paul King, Jr., for the Lower Colorado Regional Water Planning Group, Region K.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court discussed a variance request from the Burnet County Subdivision Regulations by George Godfrey to create a 2 acre tract off a 4.98 acre tract that is described at 4.98 acres out of the J.H. Johnson Svy., Abst. #477, Burnet County, Texas.

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

Motion is made by: County Judge James Oakley, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery to approve a variance request from the Burnet County Subdivision Regulations by George Godfrey to create a 2 acre tract off a 4.98 acre tract that is described as 4.98 acres out of the J.H. Johnson Svy., Abst. #477, Burnet County, Texas.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

No action was taken at this time.

The court discussed the approval of bond for Debra A. Bindseil, Justice of the Peace Precinct #4.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve a bond for Debra A. Bindseil, Justice of the Peace Precinct #4.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court discussed FY'19 budget topics.

Judge Oakley stated the estimated effective tax rate of 4% increase to keep the effective rate.

Janet Parker, County Clerk, stated she will be asking the court to increase the Property Record Filing Fees.

The court discussed Indigent Healthcare.

 

No action was taken.

No action was taken.

No action was taken.

The court heard Department Updates:

Herb Darling, Environmental Services, stated permitting has been consistent. Mr. Darling stated his office is preparing for the upcoming Census.

Judge Oakley updated the court on H.R., Maintenance and paving the Oakalla Community Center parking lot.

The court discussed the Final Plat of Clearwater Landing at LBJ II, Phase 2, Plat No. 2.10, 1.02 acres out of the William Simmons Svy. #121, Abst. #777, Burnet County, Texas.

Don Sherman, Willis Sherman and Associates, and Herb Darling, Environmental Services, presented the Final Plat to the court.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall to approve the Final Plat of Clearwater Landing at LBJ II, Phase 2, Plat No. 2.10, 1.02 acres out of the William Simmons Svy. #121, Abst. #777, Burnet County, Texas.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court discussed the replat of Lot 20, Clearwater Landing at LBJ II, Phase 2, Plat No. 2.5, Burnet County, Texas to be known as Clearwater Landing at LBJ II, Phase 2, Plat No. 2.11, 0.077 Acre, A Private  Subdivision, Burnet County Texas.

Don Sherman, Willis Sherman and Associates, and Herb Darling, Environmental Services, presented the replat to the court.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery to approve the replat of Lot 20, Clearwater Landing at LBJ II, Phase 2, Plat No. 2.5, Burnet County, Texas to be known as Clearwater Landing at LBJ II, Phase 2, Plat No. 2.11, 0.077 Acre, A Private Subdivision, Burnet County Texas.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court discussed the replat of Lot 73, Clearwater Landing at LBJ, Plat No. 1.5, Burnet County, Texas, to be known as Clearwater Landing At LBJ, Plat No. 1.6, 1.55 acres, a Private Subdivision, Burnet County, Texas.

Don Sherman, Willis Sherman and Associates, and Herb Darling, Environmental Services, presented the replat to the court.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Russell Graeter to approve the replat of Lot 73, Clearwater Landing at LBJ, Plat No. 1.5, Burnet County, Texas, to be known as Clearwater Landing At LBJ, Plat No. 1.6, 1.55 acres, a Private Subdivision, Burnet County, Texas.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court discussed contracts, agreements or grants to be approved and/or ratified:
          a.  Vetride $50,000 grant from 2018-2019 Texas Veterans Commission Fund for Veterans General Assistance.  Grant period is 7/1/18 – 6/30/2019.
          b.  Texas 3Guns Event – Tourism
          c.  Contract with Thomas Reuters for the Public Defender’s Office
          d.  New copier/fax machine with Xerox for Indigent Health Care 

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall, Seconded by Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery to approve items a-d.
Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously
 
Karen Hardin, County Auditor, added the following contracts and agreements:
Reville Peak Ranch - Rocky Brands Event - event funding
Zillow - Database access agreement
Vigilant Solutions Inc. - License Plate Readers
Mikel VanBrocklin - Lease Agreement

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

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court made an Acknowledgement of Receipt:     
            a. Texas Veterans Commission fund for Veteran’s Assistance letter

The court discussed a Call for Bids/Requests for Proposals/Qualifications. Discussion and/or action on bid/RFP openings or submitted bids.
         a.  Circle S Pest Control quote for Ft. Croghan

Motion is made by: County Judge James Oakley, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall to approve a quote from Circle S Pest Control for Ft. Croghan.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The court discussed the Consent Agenda and require no deliberation by the Commissioner’s Court. Any item from this agenda may be considered separately:
            a. Consideration and approval of any pending personnel issues within the policy.
            b. Payroll approval.
            c. Consideration and approval concerning budget amendments.
            d. Consideration and approval concerning budget line item transfers.
            e. Consideration and authorization of payment of claims previously approved by the County Auditor.
            f. Acceptance of reports of County Officials as required by LGC 115.02 previously examined by the County Auditor
            g. Consideration and approval regarding Departmental equipment requests and/or property transfers.
            h. Correspondence.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery to approve the Consent Agenda.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

No action was taken.

The court discussed calendar review.

Judge Oakley adjourned the meeting at 9:55 a.m.