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 approval of the purchase of a printer and (2) desktop scanners for JP4 out of technology funds (Oakley/Bindseil)
 
5. Discussion and/or action approval of the FY22 Health and Dental Plan (Oakley/S. Luther)
 
6. Discussion and/or action regarding updates to the Personnel Policy (Oakley/S. Luther)
 
7. Discussion and/or action concerning update on operations from Waste Management at the transfer facility (Oakley)
 
8. Discussion and/or action regarding FY 22 Budget topics (Oakley)
 
9. Discussion and/or action regarding the approval to accept the awarded merchandise from a grant with the National Rifle Associate (NRA) (Oakley/Smith)
 
10. Discussion and/or action concerning the final plat approval of Big Creek Ranch, Phase 1, previously approved on 4/27/21 but not recorded, to change lot numbers, adjust a lot line and add 7 more lots to Phase 1, located at 6666 Cedar Ridge (Luther)
 
11. Discussion and/or action concerning the release of the Subdivision Performance Bond CNB-37020-00, in the amount of $297,476 and the acceptance of a maintenance bond in the amount of $44,621.40 for Dockal Ranchettes, Phase 2 (Beierle)
  
12. Discussion and/or action concerning the release of Maintenance Bond #0732094 for the Ranches at Blackbuck Ridge, Phases 1 and 2 (Luther)
 
13. Discussion and/or action concerning the Replat of Lots 49-A and 49-B, which are a replat of Lots 12,13,30,31,39,40 and 49, 7 Creeks Ranch, to create 1 lot to be known as Lot 49-C, 7 Creeks Ranch (Beierle)
 
14. Discussion and/or action concerning a Replat of Lots 165 – 169, Rocky Point Development, Unit 1 (Luther)
 
15. Discussion and/or action concerning a Replat of Lots 217-219, Council Creek South, Unit 1, to be known as Lots 217A and 219A, Council Creek South, Unit 1 (Luther)
 
16. Discussion and/or action concerning a request for a variance from the Burnet County Subdivision Regulations by William Neusch for a7.231 acre tract out of a 600.27 acre tract recorded in 202005833 Official Public Records of Burnet County, located at approximately 1539 CR 200B (Beierle)
 
17. Discussion and/or action concerning the final plat approval for Reed Ranch Estates, a private subdivision consisting of 9 lots on 240 acres located at 8701 State Hwy. 29W (Luther)
 
18. Discussion and/or action concerning any topics related to the COVID – 19 virus.
 
19. 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).   
           
20. Reconvene in Open Session. 
 
21. 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.
 
22. Discussion and/or action regarding Department Updates: (Oakley)
       a. Post Funding Report from Burnet County Rodeo
       b. Treasurer’s Report for April 2021
          
23.  Acknowledgement of Receipt:
       a. MIS Summary from Oct. 1, 2020 – April 30, 2021
       b. Letter/Invitation from the Brazos River Authority
       c. Letter from Burnet County VETRIDE
       d. TCEQ notice
           
 
24. Discussion and/or action regarding contracts, agreements or grants to be approved and/or ratified: (Oakley)

1. Independent contract agreement with VETRIDE changing a paid driver to a volunteer driver

 
 
25. Discussion and/or action concerning calling for Bids and Bid openings, request for proposals/qualifications and related openings (Oakley)
             
 
26. 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.

           
27.  Discussion regarding any previous agenda items.
 
28.  Calendar Review.
 
29.  Adjournment.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
                                                                       
James Oakley, Burnet County Judge
 
 
 
                                                                                               
Reviewed by: Eddie Arredondo, County Attorney
 
 
 
 

Judge Oakley called the meeting to order at 9:05 a.m.

Comm. Wall led the Court with the Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. and Texas Flags.

Judge Oakley, informed the Court that Commissioner Beierle would be absent from today's meeting.

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.

There were no comments from the public.

The Court discussed the final plat approval of Big Creek Ranch, Phase 1, previously approved on 4/27/21 but not recorded, to change lot numbers, adjust a lot line and add 7 more lots to Phase 1, located at 6666 Cedar Ridge.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery to rescind the prior approval.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall to approve the final plat of Big Creek Ranch, Phase 1, previously approved on 4/27/21 but not recorded, to change lot numbers, adjust a lot line and add 7 more lots to Phase 1, located at 6666 Cedar Ridge and Withhold Commissioner Luther's signature until the bond is approved.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The Court discussed the final plat approval for Reed Ranch Estates, a private subdivision consisting of 9 lots on 240 acres located at 8701 State Hwy. 29W. Herb Darling, Development Services, stated he was not aware of the cash bond until June 7,2021. The City of Burnet will take formal action to vote on the water system at their City Council Meeting this evening. Mr. Darling also advised letting the Court know we are awaiting a Corex letter. 

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall to approve the final plat approval for Reed Ranch Estates, a private subdivision consisting of 9 lots on 240 acres located at 8701 State Hwy. 29W. Witholding the Commissioners signature.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The Court received an update on operations from Waste Management at the transfer facility. Jesse Andrade, Senior District Manager, spoke to the court about renovating and updating the transfer station. Mr. Andrade informed the Court that the facility is running at full capacity and will be looking into expanding the station. Judge Oakley would like to see a plan for expanding and meet at a later date to discuss possibilities. 

The Court took no action on this agenda item.

The Court discussed Replat of Lots 49-A and 49-B, which are a replat of Lots 12,13,30,31,39,40 and 49, 7 Creeks Ranch, to create 1 lot to be known as Lot 49-C, 7 Creeks Ranch.

Motion is made by: County Judge James Oakley, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve the Replat of Lots 49-A and 49-B, which are a replat of Lots 12,13,30,31,39,40 and 49, 7 Creeks Ranch, to create 1 lot to be known as Lot 49-C, 7 Creeks Ranch.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The Court discussed Replat of Lots 165 – 169, Rocky Point Development, Unit 1.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall to approve Replat of Lots 165 – 169, Rocky Point Development, Unit 1.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The Court discussed Replat of Lots 217-219, Council Creek South, Unit 1, to be known as Lots 217A and 219A, Council Creek South, Unit 1.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery to approve replat of Lots 217-219, Council Creek South, Unit 1, to be known as Lots 217A and 219A, Council Creek South, Unit 1.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The Court discussed the purchase of a printer and (2) desktop scanners for JP4 out of technology funds.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve the purchase of a printer and (2) desktop scanners for JP4 out of technology funds

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The Court discussed FY 22 Budget topics. Karin Smith, County Auditor, has reviewed the details of the American Recovery Plan to try and accommodate the request from the departments throughout the County. 

The Court took no action on this agenda item.

The Court discussed approval of the FY22 Health and Dental Plan. Sara Ann Luther, HR Director, spoke to the Court about premium increases. Ms. Luther also advised the Court that if we were to look into other policys we could loose our gradfathering that the County currently has. 

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve the FY22 Health and Dental Plan.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The Court discussed updates to the Personnel Policy. Sara Ann Luther, HR Director, addressed the Court concerning the Cybersecurity Policy and changes to the policy.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve updates to the Personnel Policy.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The Court discussed Department Updates:
a. Post Funding Report from Burnet County Rodeo
b. Treasurer’s Report for April 2021

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve Department Updates, Post Funding Report from Burnet County Rodeo, Treasurer’s Report for April 2021.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The Court discussed accepting the awarded merchandise from a grant with the National Rifle Associate.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall to accept the awarded merchandise from a grant with the National Rifle Associate.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The Court discussed any topics related to the COVID–19 virus. Judge Oakley, informed the Court that testing as well as vaccines are continuing just at a slower pace. 

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.

The Court took no action on this agenda item.

The Court acknowledged the receipt of the,MIS Summary from Oct. 1, 2020 – April 30, 2021, Letter/Invitation from the Brazos River Authority, Letter from Burnet County VETRIDE, and TCEQ notice.
 

The Court discussed regarding contracts, agreements or grants to be approved and/or ratified:
a. Independent contract agreement with VETRIDE changing a paid driver to a volunteer driver.

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve Independent contract agreement with VETRIDE changing a paid driver to a volunteer driver.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The Court took no action on this agenda item.

The Court discussed the Consent Agenda.
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 3 Billy Wall to approve the consent agenda in its entirety.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

The Court discussed previous agenda items. 

The Court discussed Calendar Review.

The Court Adjourned at 11:05 a.m.