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. Presentation from Victor Uvalle of Texas Association of Counties about the Risk Management Pool Safety Equipment Program (Oakley)
 
5. Discussion and/or action regarding the FY 22 Budget policy (Oakley/Smith)
 
6. Discussion and/or action regarding FY 22 Budget topics (Oakley)
 
7. Discussion and/or action concerning a variance request by Gabriele Steffen from the Burnet County Subdivision Regulations for an 8.92 acre tract out of a 15.04 acre tract, BCAD parcel #81392, located at 1400 Timber Ridge Road (Luther)
 
8. Discussion and/or action concerning the final plat approval for Monica’s Way, a private subdivision consisting of 2 lots on 9.47 acres, located at 7672 CR 101 (Luther)
 
9. Discussion and/or action concerning a variance request by Jennifer Robison from the Burnet County Subdivision Regulations for a 10.32 acre tract out of a 52.61 acre tract, BCAD parcel #11650, located 515 CR 330A (Wall)
 
10. Discussion and/or action concerning preliminary plat approval of Lot 32, The Ranch on Lake LBJ, Phase 1, a private subdivision consisting of 1 lot on 0.29 acres located at approximately 148 Lexi Lane (Luther)
 
11. Discussion and/or action concerning the final plat approval of lots 24-30, the Ranch at Lake LBJ, Phase 1, a private subdivision consisting of 7 lots on 2.52 acres located at approximately 148 Lexi Lane (Luther)
 
12.  Discussion and/or action regarding the request to purchase a new Xerox machine for the County Attorney’s office to replace the one that was just delivered (Arredondo/Smith)
 
13.  Discussion and/or action concerning any topics related to the COVID –19 virus.
 
14. 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).   
           
15. Reconvene in Open Session. 
 
16. 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.
 
17. Discussion and/or action regarding Department Updates: (Oakley)
       a. Collections Department Report
           
18.  Acknowledgement of Receipt:
       a. MFAEMS year-end audit report
       b. MIS Summary Oct. 2020-March 2021
           
 
19.  Discussion and/or action regarding contracts, agreements or grants to be approved and/or ratified:
       (Oakley)

1. Tourism sponsorship for the Burnet County Rodeo
2. Agreement for Medical Services between Burnet County and Dr. Madrigal to be funded through the American Rescue Plan
3. Contract labor agreement with DIJ Construction for striping of Haynie Flat Road

 
 
20. Discussion and/or action concerning calling for Bids and Bid openings, request for proposals/qualifications and related openings (Oakley)
 
21. 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/Personnel Action Form Approval
3. Consideration and approval concerning budget amendments.
4. Consideration and approval concerning budget line item transfers.
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.

           
22.  Discussion regarding any previous agenda items.
 
23.  Calendar Review.
 
24.  Adjournment.
 
 
 
                                                                       
James Oakley, Burnet County Judge
 
 
 
                                                                                               
Reviewed by: Eddie Arredondo, County Attorney
 

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

Commissioner Beierle, led the Court in Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance to the flags.

Judge Oakley stated that Commissioner Wall, would not be present at today's meeting.

The Court heard a presentation from Victor Uvalle of Texas Association of Counties about the Risk Management Pool Safety Equipment Program. David Sandoval, Cybersecurity Manager, spoke about the threat from data breaches and the TAC program for the County's security to prevent attacks.

The Court discussed a variance request by Gabriele Steffen from the Burnet County Subdivision Regulations for an 8.92 acre tract out of a 15.04 acre tract, BCAD parcel #81392, located at 1400 Timber Ridge Road. 

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle to approve the variance request by Gabriele Steffen from the Burnet County Subdivision Regulations for an 8.92 acre tract out of a 15.04 acre tract, BCAD parcel #81392, located at 1400 Timber Ridge Road.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The Court discussed the final plat approval for Monica’s Way, a private subdivision consisting of 2 lots on 9.47 acres, located at 7672 CR 101.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle to approve the final plat approval for Monica’s Way, a private subdivision consisting of 2 lots on 9.47 acres, located at 7672 CR 101.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The Court discussed a variance request by Jennifer Robison from the Burnet County Subdivision Regulations for a 10.32 acre tract out of a 52.61 acre tract, BCAD parcel #11650, located 515 CR 330A. Herb Darling, Development Services, spoke on behalf of Commissioner Wall stating he approves the request. 

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery to approve a variance request by Jennifer Robison from the Burnet County Subdivision Regulations for a 10.32 acre tract out of a 52.61 acre tract, BCAD parcel #11650, located 515 CR 330A.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The Court discussed the request to purchase a new Xerox machine for the County Attorney’s office to replace the one that was just delivered. Eddie Arredondo, County Attorney, addressed the Court letting it be known that the one purchased did not fit. Karin Smith, County Auditor, asked the Court to move the Xerox machine that did not fit to the County Court at Law. 

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle to approve the request to purchase a new Xerox machine for the County Attorney’s office to replace the one that was just delivered.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The Court discussed any topics related to the COVID – 19 virus. Judge Oakley informed the Court that Burnet County is at 37 percent vaccination rate. Judge Oakley informed the Court that the County has not received half of the funding from the American Rescue Plan. Karin Smith, County Auditor, requested that the Court authorize an individual to request the funds. Ms. Smiths, recommendation that the, County Judge, County Auditor, or the County Treasure to be appointed. Judge Oakley appointed Ms. Smith to request the funds. 

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve Karin Smith, County Auditor, to request the American Revocery Plan funding for Burnet County.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The Court took no action on this agenda item

The Court took no action on this agenda item

The Court took no action on this agenda item

Commissioner Dockery, asked that we recognize Shelly Denton's Birthday today, May 11,2021

Stephanie McCormick and Shelly Denton submitted the Collections Department Report. Herb Darling, Development Services, thanked Judge Oakley for sharing last month's Reports. Judge Oakley requested to update on behalf of the County Clerks Office about the County Picnic. From the proceeds the County was able to raise $6572.00 that will be donated to three non-profits, The Phoenix Center, Meals on Wheels, and Caring Hearts for Children. Karin Smith, County Auditor, recommended that the Court take action on distributing the proceeds that were raised. 

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve distributing proceeds from the County Picnic evenly between The Phoenix Center, Meals on Wheels, and Caring Hearts for Children.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The Court discussed the preliminary plat approval of Lot 32, The Ranch on Lake LBJ, Phase 1, a private subdivision consisting of 1 lot on 0.29 acres located at approximately 148 Lexi Lane.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle to approve preliminary plat approval of Lot 32, The Ranch on Lake LBJ, Phase 1, a private subdivision consisting of 1 lot on 0.29 acres located at approximately 148 Lexi Lane.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The Court discussed the final plat approval of lots 24-30, the Ranch at Lake LBJ, Phase 1, a private subdivision consisting of 7 lots on 2.52 acres located at approximately 148 Lexi Lane.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle to approve the final plat approval of lots 24-30, the Ranch at Lake LBJ, Phase 1, a private subdivision consisting of 7 lots on 2.52 acres located at approximately 148 Lexi Lane.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The Court accepted the MFAEMS year-end audit report, and the MIS Summary Oct. 2020-March 2021.
 

The Court discussed contracts, agreements or grants to be approved and/or ratified:
   a.Tourism sponsorship for the Burnet County Rodeo
   b. Agreement for Medical Services between Burnet County and Dr. Madrigal to be
       funded through the American Rescue Plan
   c. Contract labor agreement with DIJ Construction for striping of Haynie Flat Road

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve Tourism sponsorship for the Burnet County Rodeo.

Vote: 3 - 0 Passed

Other:

Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle (Abstain)

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle to approve Agreement for Medical Services between Burnet County and Dr. Madrigal to be funded through the American Rescue Plan and Contract labor agreement with DIJ Construction for striping of Haynie Flat Road.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The Court took no action on this item.

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/Personnel Action Form 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 accept the consent agenda and its entirety

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The Court discussed  the FY 22 Budget policy.

The Court took no action on this agenda item.

The Court discussed the FY 22 Budget topics. 

The Court took no action on this agenda item.

The Court discussed previous agenda items.

The Court discussed Calendar Review.

As there was no further business to discuss, the Court adjourned at 10:23 a.m.