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Minutes for Regular Session

The State of Texas {}
County of Burnet   {}      On this the 26 day of March 2018, the Burnet County Commissioners Court met in regular session. The following members of the court were present:
Present:
County Judge James Oakley; Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr.; Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle; Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall; Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery
Attendees:
; Stephanie McCormick, Comm. Court Coordinator; Janet Parker, County Clerk; Carole Poppema, Assistant County Auditor
 
AGENDA
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 a proclamation celebrating March, 2019 as Youth Art Month in Burnet County.  (Oakley/Samantha Melvin)
 
5.  Presentation of Certificates for the Youth Art that is being displayed throughout the Courthouse (Oakley/Samantha Melvin)
 
6.  Discussion and/or action regarding a Resolution recognizing the 2018-2019 Burnet Girls Basketball Program (Oakley)
 
7.  Presentation of Certificates for the Burnet Girls Basketball Program (Oakley)
 
8.  Discussion and/or action concerning a presentation and funding request from the City of Burnet for the military airplane display restoration project. Potential funding would be from our PEC Capital Credit fund (Oakley)
 
9.  Discussion and/or action concerning a presentation from CAMPO Regional Planning Manager, Kelly Porter on the Regional Arterials Plan (Oakley)
 
10.  Presentation on Pedernales Electric Cooperative topics, from Julie Parsley, CEO (Oakley)
 
11.  Discussion and/or action concerning the approval to renew property insurance with Texas Association of Counties Risk Management Pool (Karin Smith)
 
12.  Discussion and/or action concerning the approval to apply for donation request for VETRIDE from Highland Lakes Legacy Fund for FY 19.  Maximum request $2,500.00 (Oakley)
 
13.  Discussion and/or action concerning a Public hearing for the Replat of Lots 26 & 27, Kingsland Hills, Sec. 2, a subdivision in Burnet County, Texas, as shown on plat recorded in Cab. 1, Slide 57A, Plat Records of Burnet  County, Texas to be known as Lot 26A, Kingsland Hills, Sec. 2, to be heard on March 12, 2019 (Luther)
 
14. Discussion and/or action concerning a Replat of Lots 638 & 639 into one lot to be known as Lot 639, Sec. 6, Whitewater Springs (Wall)
 
15.  Discussion and/or action for the approval for FY19 Non-Financial Memorandum of Understanding with Mills, San Saba, Llano, and Hamilton Counties for ABTPA Grant for Heart of Texas Auto Theft Task (Boyd/Oakley)
 
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.  (Oakley)
 
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.  (Oakley)
 
19.  Discussion and/or action regarding Department Updates:  (Oakley)
            a. Treasurer’s Report – February 2019
           
20.   Acknowledgement of Receipt: (Oakley)
           
21.  Discussion and/or action regarding contracts, agreements or grants to be approved and/or ratified. (Oakley)
 
  1. Blood Alcohol Task Force Contracts with the  City of Burnet and individual MOU Agreements with local law enforcement participants including but not limited to: Bertram PD, Burnet County Sheriff’s Office,  Burnet County Constables Pct. 1-4, Burnet PD, Cottonwood Shores PD, Granite Shoals PD, Horseshoe Bay PD, LCRA, Marble Falls PD, DPS,  and Texas Parks and Wildlife.
 
22.  Call for Bids/Requests for Proposals/Qualifications. Discussion and/or action on bid/RFP openings or submitted bids.  (Oakley)
 
  1. Review and awarding of bid for Pct. 4 Projects
 
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.
 
 
 
 
Item #1:
Call to Order
James Oakley, County Judge, called court to order at 9am.
 
Item #2:
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flags
James Oakley, County Judge, requested a moment of silence in memory of Ronny Hibler.

Lisa Whitehead, Justice of the Peace #2, and Treyton Nelson, led the court in the Pledges to the U.S. and Texas flags.
 
Item #3:
Comments
No comment
 
Item #4:
Proclamation
The court took action regarding a proclamation celebrating March, 2019 as Youth Art Month in Burnet County.

Samantha Melvin, Art Director, announced to the court they will have a Pop Up Art Show at Happy Scoops Ice Cream Parlor on April 4, 2019 from 5:00 pm to 7 pm.
 

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve the proclamation celebrating March, 2019 as Youth Art Month in Burnet County.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

Attachments:
 
Item #5:
Presentation of Certificates
The court presented Certificates for the Youth Art that is being displayed throughout the Courthouse, Herman Brown Free Library, and the Burnet Post Office.
 
Item #9
Presentation from CAMPO
Kelly Porter, Regional Planning Manager, presented to the court the 2045 Regional Arterials Plan.  The Burnet County portion of the plan will serve as an update to the thoroughfare planning components of the 2010 Burnet County Transportation Plan.
 
Item #10:
Presentation on PEC Topics
The court received a presentation on Pedernales Electric Cooperative topics, from Julie Parsley, CEO. PEC added 15,000 meters last year and scheduled for another 15,000 meters this year which equates to 55 meters sets a day.  PEC has a strong presence in Burnet County and strive for excellence and would love to work as partners with the county.  The court thanked PEC for response to emergency events and great customer service.  Judge Oakley, County Judge, is looking forward to partnering on approval from Tx Dot to get an official intersection at the new Marble Falls PEC building.  The old PEC building will be demolished and the 10 acres will be for sale. 

 
 
Item #13
Replat of Kingsland Hills
The court held a Public hearing for the Replat of Lots 26 & 27, Kingsland Hills, Sec. 2, a subdivision in Burnet County, Texas, as shown on plat recorded in Cab. 1, Slide 57A, Plat Records of Burnet  County, Texas to be known as Lot 26A, Kingsland Hills, Sec. 2, to be heard on March 12, 2019.
 

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle to approve the Replat of Lots 26 & 27, Kingsland Hills, Sec. 2, a subdivision in Burnet County, Texas, as shown on plat recorded in Cab. 1, Slide 57A, Plat Records of Burnet County, Texas to be known as Lot 26A, Kingsland Hills, Sec. 2, to be heard on March 12, 2019.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

 
Item #6:
Resolution
The court discussed approval of a Resolution recognizing the 2018-2019 Burnet Girls Basketball Program.  Rick Gates, girls Basketball Coach, spoke on the girls behalf and complimented how well the girls conducted themselves on and off the court.  Damon Beierle, Commissioner Precinct 2, and Jim Luther, Commissioner Precinct 1, complimented the girls on their success.
 

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve a Resolution recognizing the 2018-2019 Burnet Girls Basketball Program.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

Attachments:
 
Item #7
Presentation of Certificates
The court presented Certificates for the Burnet Girls Basketball Program.
 
Item #3:
Comment
Glenna Hodge, Community Liaison for Casa Highland Lakes Area, discussed with the court the desperate need of Foster Parents for Burnet County.  Ms. Hodge reported the Casa team is having an interactive free training at the Herman Brown Free Library to attract more foster parents March 26, 2019 at 1:30.   Ms. Hodge requested the court to pass a Proclamation and certificates honoring the current foster parents.
 
Item #8:
Presentation for Funding Request
 David Vaughan, City of Manager of Burnet, made a presentation and a funding request for the military airplane display and restoration project.  Mr. Vaughan requested in excess of 35,000.00 for funding.   James Oakley, County Judge, stated he would like to see $40,000.00 expended on this project from the PEC Capital credit fund.

Recess: The court recessed for five minutes.

Reconvene: The court reconvened in open session.  All court members were present.
 

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery to approve to fund the request for $40,000.00 for restoration project from the PEC Capital credits fund.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

Attachments:
 
Item #19:
Department Updates
Herb Darling, Environmental Service Director, reported an increase in fees and permits.  Mr. Darling reported with the court the debris has been removed from Granite Shoals. Mr. Darling reported the Road & Bridge crews from Precinct 1 & 2 did an awesome job on the cleanup.  The request for Public Assistance has been filed. FEMA is expected in Burnet County next week to begin their work.    

Herb Darling, Environmental Service Director, reported to the court the Subdivision order and OSSF order has been updated and posted on line.

Karrie Crownover, County Treasurer, presented the March 2019 Treasurer's report.  Mrs. Crownover reported the county received a VetRide donation in the amount of $1,607.47.

James Oakley, County Judge, reported Burnet County is hosting a media tour.
 

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle to approve the Treasurer's Report for March 2019.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

Attachments:
 
Item #15:
FY19 Non-Financial Memorandum
The court discussed approval for FY19 Non-Financial Memorandum of Understanding with Mills, San Saba, Llano, and Hamilton Counties for ABTPA Grant for Heart of Texas Auto Theft Task.
 

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve the Non-Financial Memorandum of Understanding with Mills, San Saba, Llano, and Hamilton Counties for ABTPA Grant for Heart of Texas Auto Theft Task.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

Attachments:
 
Item #11:
Renew Property Insurance
The court discussed approval to renew property insurance with Texas Association of Counties Risk Management Pool.
 

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve to renew property insurance with Texas Association of Counties Risk Management Pool.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

 
Item #12:
Donation Request
The court discussed approval to apply for donation request for VETRIDE from Highland Lakes Legacy Fund for FY 19.  Maximum request $2,500.00.  Jana Teague, Assistant County Auditor, reported Burnet County applies every 2 years and we receive on average of $1,000.00.
 

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle to approve to apply for donation request for VETRIDE from Highland Lakes Legacy Fund for FY 19. Maximum request $2,500.00.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

 
Item #16:
Executive Session
No action was taken.
 
Item #17:
Reconvene in Open Session
No action was taken.
 
Item #18:
Items Discussed in Executive Session
No action was taken.
 
Item #20:
Acknowledgement of Receipt
The court received the MIS monthly summary.
Attachments:
 
Item #21
Contracts
The court discussed contracts, agreements or grants to be approved and/or ratified:

                       a.  Blood Alcohol Task Force Contracts with the  City of Burnet and individual MOU Agreements with local law enforcement participants including but not limited to: Bertram PD, Burnet County Sheriff’s Office,  Burnet County Constables Pct. 1-4, Burnet PD, Cottonwood Shores PD, Granite Shoals PD, Horseshoe Bay PD, LCRA, Marble Falls PD, DPS,  and Texas Parks and Wildlife
 

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle to approve the Blood Alcohol Task Force Contracts with the City of Burnet and individual MOU Agreements with local law enforcement participants including but not limited to: Bertram PD, Burnet County Sheriff’s Office, Burnet County Constables Pct. 1-4, Burnet PD, Cottonwood Shores PD, Granite Shoals PD, Horseshoe Bay PD, LCRA, Marble Falls PD, DPS, and Texas Parks and Wildlife.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

Attachments:
 
Item #22:
Bids/ Requests for Proposals/ Qualifications
The court discussed Bids/Requests for Proposals/Qualifications. Discussion and/or action on bid/RFP openings or submitted bids.

Joe Don Dockery, Commissioner Precinct 4, presented to the court the bids for construction of County Road 403, 404, and 423.  K.C. Engineering, Inc. has reviewed and tabulated three bids received March 19, 2019.  Mr. Dockery chose the low bid from Texas Materials Inc.,.  Mr. Dockery asked to use the residual funds from the 2016 tax notes and 2018 tax notes.  James Oakley, County Judge, saw the request as a lateral move.
 

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve the low bid from Texas Materials, Inc. for the construction of the Burnet County Roads 403, 404, &423 Project.

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

 
Item #23:
Consent Agenda
The court discussed the Consent Agenda.
 

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

Vote: 5 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

 
Item #14:
Replat of Whitewater Springs
No action was taken.
 
Item #24:
Previous Agenda Items

Billy Wall, Commissioner Precinct 3, reported to the court on an agreement to resolve County Road 345 issues.

Damon Beierle, Commissioner Precinct 2, updated the court that ESD 8 and Briggs Volunteer Fire Department are involved in law suit to collect equipment, this suit does not involve Burnet County or assets of Burnet County.

James Oakley, County Judge, reported Burnet County has entered into a Contract with David Floyd Construction on the recycle building.
 
 
Item #25:
Calendar Review
The court discussed Calendar Review.
 
Item #26 :
Adjournment
James Oakey, County Judge, adjourned the meeting at 11:15am.