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The State of Texas {}
County of Burnet   {}      On this the 11th day of April 2023, the Burnet County Commissioners Court met in regular session. The following members of the court were present:
Present:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr.; Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle; Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall; Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery
Absent:
County Judge James Oakley
Attendees:
Stephanie McCormick, Comm. Court Coordinator; Vicinta Stafford, County Clerk; Karin Smith, County Auditor
Attendees:
Brittney Smith, Deputy Clerk
 
An agenda packet containing detailed information on the items listed below is distributed to the County Judge, Commissioners, and County Clerk the Friday preceding the meeting. The agenda packet is also posted on the county website at www.burnetcountytexas.org, under Public Meetings. A hard copy of the agenda packet is available in the County Clerk's office. Our Mission Statement: The mission of Burnet County is to maintain overall efficient and effective management of county resources while providing the services mandated by state and federal law and desired by the citizens of Burnet County.

REGULAR MEETING DATE: Tuesday April 11, 2023 MEETING TIME: 9:00 a.m.
MEETING PLACE: 2nd Floor Courtroom located at 220 S. Pierce, Burnet, Texas



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 of a Proclamation acknowledging April as Child Abuse Awareness Month (Dockery)

5. Presentation and discussion regarding the appointment of William “Bill” Eide to the ESD 8 Board for an unexpired term ending December 31, 2024 (Beierle)

6. Discussion and/or action regarding a request made by the sole property owners located along the entirety of both sides of Burnet County Road 342B (Mr. Gibbs and the Pleasant Valley Cemetery Association) to vacate said roadway. CR 342B begins at the intersection of FM 1431 and dead ends at the Pleasant Valley Cemetery. This route is no longer the public access to the Pleasant Valley Cemetery (Wall)

7. Discussion and/or action on regarding waiver of property tax penalties and interest for Property ID #1201814, Big Creek Drive, Lot 89, Kingsland, Tx. (Dockery)

8. Discussion and/or action regarding the approval to apply for and sign resolution for a grant with the Texas Indigent Defense Commission for FY 2024 Indigent Defense Improvement Grant for the North Hill Country Public Defender’s Office (Dockery/Smith)

9. Discussion and/or action regarding the approval to apply to sign the Williamson County District Attorney for the FY 2023 Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA) Grant Program for the Heart of Texas Auto Theft Task Force for September 1, 2022 – August 31, 2023 (Dockery/Smith)

10. Discussion and/or action regarding the approval to renew property/mobile equipment insurance with Texas Association of Counties Risk Management Pool for the period 7/1/23 – 7/1/24 (Dockery/Smith)

11. Discussion and/or action regarding Administrative Leave for part-time employees who are unable to work their scheduled hours due to the unforeseen/unanticipated closure of Burnet County by the County Judge/Senior Commissioner (Dockery/S.Luther)

12. Discussion and/or action regarding the name change of County Road 412 to Grelle Park Rd. (Dockery)

13. Discussion and/or action concerning the final plat hearing for Thunderbird Square, a subdivision consisting of 5 lots on 1.415 acres also known as BCAD parcel #56168 (Dockery)

14. Discussion and/or action concerning the final plat for Kingsland Family Dollar, a private subdivision consisting of 1 lot on 1.94 acres located east of the intersection of FM 1431 and FM 2342 (Luther)

15. 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).
a. Discussion regarding the potential purchase of property by County for County use purposes

16. Reconvene in Open Session.

17. 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.
a. Potential purchase of property by County for County use purposes

18. Discussion and/or action regarding Department Updates:

19. Acknowledgement of Receipt:
a. MIS Summary
b. North Hill Country Public Defender’s Office Appreciation letter
c. Waste Management Rate Adjustment
d. TCEQ Notice of Proposed Renewal with Amendment of General Permit authorizing the discharge of wastewater

20. Discussion and/or action regarding contracts, agreements or grants to be approved and/or ratified:
a. Mayfest Tourism Sponsorship Request - $750 level
b. Contract with Hill Country National Bank for the County’s Bank Depository Services
c. Approval of Work Order No. 23-269 for engineering services for paving plans and specs for CR 408S. to be paid using the 2022 Tax Note
d. Interlocal agreement and order for the City of Cottonwood Shores
e. Approval of contracts for SO Cadets J. Perkins and K. Skinner to receive Academy training
f. Sales Agreement for a Canon copier for the County Clerk’s Office. The purchase to be made using Records Management funds
g. Contract agreement between CORE Business Technologies and Burnet County for payment processing services in the County Clerk’s office


21. Discussion and/or action concerning calling for Bids and Bid openings, request for proposals/qualifications and related openings

22. 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. Consideration and approval concerning budget amendments.
c. Consideration and approval concerning budget line item transfers.
d. Consideration and authorization of payment of claims previously approved by the County Auditor.
e. Acceptance of reports of County Officials as required by LGC 115.02 previously examined by the County Auditor.
f. Consideration and approval regarding Departmental equipment requests and/or property transfers.
g. Correspondence.


23. Discussion regarding any previous agenda items.

24. Calendar Review.

25. FY 24 Budget Workshop: The members of the Commissioners Court will meet to discuss and/or take action in the preparation of the FY 24 Burnet County Budget , including but not limited to, addressing all Burnet County government department budgets and/or requests, county policy, county procedures, county goals & philosophies, budget timelines, plus compensation benefits and/or priorities (Dockery/Smith)

26. Adjournment.




Joe Don Dockery, Comm. Pct. 4




Reviewed by: Eddie Arredondo, County Attorney



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)Deliberations about Security Devices), 551.087 (Economic Development), 418.183 (Deliberations about Homeland Security Issues). Compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Burnet County will provide for reasonable accommodations for persons attending Commissioners' Court. To better serve you, requests should be received 24 hours prior to the meetings. Please contact Ms. Stephanie McCormick, Commissioners’ Court Coordinator, at (512) 715-5276. Please note, the location of the meeting is subject to change based upon availability of the Courtroom. If meeting location is changed, notice at the above meeting location shall be posted to ensure public access to meeting is granted.
 
Item #1:
Call to Order
Commissioner Dockery called the meeting to order at 9:01 a.m.
 
Item #2:
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flags
Commissioner Beierle led the court in Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flags.
 
Item #3:
Public Comments
Commissioner Beierle updated the court under Public Comments. Commissioner Beierle thanked the City of Burnet for their efforts in the Bluebonnet Festival and specifically the Sheriffs Office, City Police Department and the Fire Departments for their joint effort. Commissioner Beierle informed the court that the command trailer was deployed and drone footage was used to assist in incidents at the festival. Commissioner Dockery informed the court that the command trailer performed as it was supposed to.
 
Item #4:
Presentation & Procloamtion
April Child Abuse Awareness Month
The court heard a Presentation of a Proclamation acknowledging April as Child Abuse Awareness Month. Commissioner Dockery read the proclamation to the court proclaiming April 2023 as Child Abuse Awareness Month.
 

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve the Proclamation acknowledging April as Child Abuse Awareness Month.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

Caroline Ragsdale, thanked (BACA) Bikers Against Child Abuse for being there and keeping the children safe. Ms. Ragsdale thanked the court for bringing awareness to the citizens that are in the county as there is child abuse in Burnet County.
 
The court recessed at 9:06 a.m.
 
The court reconvened at 9:12 a.m. with Commissioner Beierle being absent.
 
Item #12:
Name Change
CR 412 to Grelle Park Rd.
The court discussed the name change of County Road 412 to Grelle Park Rd. Commissioner Dockery informed the court that the road was abandoned in a previous commissioners court per the request of LCRA . Commissioner Dockery informed the court that there is still a park and there could possibly be a 911 call from that area. Jessica Haile,Development Services 911 Addressing, presented the form to the court to rename the road to Grelle Park Road. 
 

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall to approve the name change of County Road 412 to Grelle Park Rd.

Vote: 3 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle (Absent)
Commissioner Dockery informed the court that at 9:13 a.m. Commissioner Beierle was present.
 
Item #8:
Texas Indigent Defense Commission for FY 2024
Indigent Defense Improvement Grant for the
North Hill Country Public Defender’s Office
The court discussed approval to apply to sign the Williamson County District Attorney for the FY 2023 Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA) Grant Program for the Heart of Texas Auto Theft Task Force for September 1, 2022 – August 31, 2023. Karin Smith, County Auditor, informed the court that it's a renewal grant that funds the Public Defenders Office. 
 

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve applying to sign the Williamson County District Attorney for the FY 2023 Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA) Grant Program for the Heart of Texas Auto Theft Task Force for September 1, 2022 – August 31, 2023.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

 
Item #18:
Department Updates
The court discussed Department Updates. Derek Marchio, Emergency Management Coordinator, introduced Daniel Reyes, County Liaison Officer from Texas Division of Emergency Management. Daniel Reyes, County Liaison Officer, introduced himself and informed the court that he would split his time with Blanco county and he looked forward to working with the commissioners.

Sara Ann Luther, Human Resources, informed the court that the county spring picnic will be Friday May 5, 2023 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and will be held at the Wallace Ridell Park. Ms. Luther felt like this facility would have room for employees. Ms. Luther requested the opinion from the commissioners for food choice and the Precincts to cook for the event. Ms. Luther thanked Vicinta Stafford, County Clerk, and her office for handling the raffle baskets and organizing.
 
Item #5:
Appointment of William “Bill” Eide
ESD 8 Board
The court heard a Presentation and discussion regarding the appointment of William “Bill” Eide to the ESD 8 Board for an unexpired term ending December 31, 2024. Commissioner Beierle, corrected the pronunciation of Mr. Eide. Commissioner Beierle informed the court that Mr. Eide is a resident of ESD No.8 who moved to the area from Houston and believes he would be good for the board.
 

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve the appointment of William “Bill” Eide to the ESD 8 Board for an unexpired term ending December 31, 2024.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

 
Item #6:
Vacate Said Roadway
Pleasant Valley Cemetary
The court discussed request made by the sole property owners located along the entirety of both sides of Burnet County Road 342B (Mr. Gibbs and the Pleasant Valley Cemetery Association) to vacate said roadway.  CR 342B begins at the intersection of FM 1431 and dead ends at the Pleasant Valley Cemetery.  This route is no longer the public access to the Pleasant Valley Cemetery. Commissioner Wall informed the court that this road has not been used for many years and the Notice has been posted for the correct time frame.
 

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle to approve request made by the sole property owners located along the entirety of both sides of Burnet County Road 342B (Mr. Gibbs and the Pleasant Valley Cemetery Association) to vacate said roadway. CR 342B begins at the intersection of FM 1431 and dead ends at the Pleasant Valley Cemetery. This route is no longer the public access to the Pleasant Valley Cemetery.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

 
Item #7:
Property Tax Waiver Request
Property ID #1201814
The court discussed a waiver of property tax penalties and interest for Property ID #1201814, Big Creek Drive, Lot 89, Kingsland, Tx. Commissioner Dockery informed the court that a letter was received from the property owners and they were not aware of how property taxes worked in Texas. Commissioner Dockery informed the court that this request does not fit the qualifications that are required by the law. 
 

The court took no action on this agenda item.

 
Item #9:
Grant
FY23 Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority

Heart of Texas Auto Theft Task Force
The court discussed approval to apply to sign the Williamson County District Attorney for the FY 2023 Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA) Grant Program for the Heart of Texas Auto Theft Task Force for September 1, 2022 – August 31, 2023. Karin Smith, County Auditor, informed the court that this is on the current grant and is an agreement between the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Unit and Williamson County District Attorneys Office and there is no cost involved.
 

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve to apply to sign the Williamson County District Attorney for the FY 2023 Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA) Grant Program for the Heart of Texas Auto Theft Task Force for September 1, 2022 – August 31, 2023.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

 
Item #10:
Renewal for Property/Mobile Equipment Insurance
Texas Association of Counties Risk Management Pool

The court discussed the approval to renew property/mobile equipment insurance with Texas Association of Counties Risk Management Pool for the period 7/1/23 – 7/1/24. Karin Smith, County Auditor, provided a list with all of the assets. Commissioner Dockery, requested the Commissioners review this document to make sure all of the county assets were on the list. 
 

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle to approve to renew property/mobile equipment insurance with Texas Association of Counties Risk Management Pool for the period 7/1/23 – 7/1/24.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

 
Item #11:
Administrative Leave
part-time employees
The court discussed Administrative Leave for part-time employees who are unable to work their scheduled hours due to the unforeseen/unanticipated closure of Burnet County by the County Judge/Senior Commissioner. Sara Ann Luther, Human Resources, informed the court that part-time employees have no benefits other than their retirement. Ms. Luther informed the court that during weather issues when the county is closed they miss hours. Ms. Luther proposed to add administrative leave for an unforeseen closure that the employee can not make up the hours since they are part time. Ms. Luther informed the court that there are roughly 20 part-time employees for the county. Commissioner Beierle asked if temporary employees would be included in this policy. Ms. Luther informed the court that temporary employees would not be added into this policy. Commissioner Beierle requested for Ms. Luther to bring back the exact wording  to the next  Commissioners Court on April 25,2023.  Commissioner Dockery, requested Stephanie McCormick to add this to the next agenda and this item would be placed on hold.
 

The court took no action on this agenda item.

 
Item #13:
Thunderbird Square
Final Plat
The court discussed the final plat hearing for Thunderbird Square, a subdivision consisting of 5 lots on 1.415 acres also known as BCAD parcel #56168. 
 

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall to approve the final plat hearing for Thunderbird Square, a subdivision consisting of 5 lots on 1.415 acres also known as BCAD parcel #56168.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

 
Item #14:
Final Plat
Kingsland Family Dollar
The court discussed the final plat for Kingsland Family Dollar, a private subdivision consisting of 1 lot on 1.94 acres located east of the intersection of FM 1431 and FM 2342. Commissioner Dockery informed the court that Herb Darling, Development Services, requested to hold on this agenda item.
 

The court took no action on this agenda item.

 
Item #19:
Acknowledgement of Receipts
The court acknowledged the receipts:
a. MIS Summary
b. North Hill Country Public Defender’s Office Appreciation letter
c. Waste Management Rate Adjustment
d. TCEQ Notice of Proposed Renewal with Amendment of General Permit authorizing the discharge of wastewater
 
 
Item #20:
Contracts, Agreements,
Or Grants
The court discussed contracts, agreements or grants to be approved and/or ratified:
a. Mayfest Tourism Sponsorship Request - $750 level.
b. Contract with Hill Country National Bank for the County’s Bank Depository Services.
c. Approval of Work Order No. 23-269 for engineering services for paving plans and specs for CR 408S. to be paid using the 2022 Tax Note.
d. Interlocal agreement and order for the City of Cottonwood Shores.
e. Approval of contracts for SO Cadets J. Perkins and K. Skinner to receive Academy training.
f. Sales Agreement for a Canon copier for the County Clerk’s Office. The purchase to be made using Records Management funds.
g. Contract agreement between CORE Business Technologies and Burnet County for payment processing services in the County Clerk’s office.

Commissioner Dockery informed the court that item g. would need to be contingent upon the review of the county auditor, clerk, and attorney. 

Karin Smith, County Auditor, requested to add item h. Contract with the LexisNexis.
 

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall, Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve contracts, agreements or grants to be approved and/or ratified: with item g. subject to review.
Mayfest Tourism Sponsorship Request - $750 level, Contract with Hill Country National Bank for the County’s Bank Depository Services, Approval of Work Order No. 23-269 for engineering services for paving plans and specs for CR 408S. to be paid using the 2022 Tax Note, Interlocal agreement and order for the City of Cottonwood Shores, Approval of contracts for SO Cadets J. Perkins and K. Skinner to receive Academy training, Sales Agreement for a Canon copier for the County Clerk’s Office, The purchase to be made using Records Management funds, Contract agreement between CORE Business Technologies and Burnet County for payment processing services in the County Clerk’s office, and Contract with the LexisNexis.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

 
Item #19:
Acknowledgement of Receipts
County Attorney, Eddie Arredando, was in communication with CAMPO and acknowledged a receipt for Commissioner Dockery to be the temporary member to fulfill the seat on their board until James Oakley is able to fulfill the seat.
Attachments:
 
Item #21:
Call For Bids
 

The court took no action on this agenda item.

 
Item #22:
Consent Agenda
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. Consideration and approval concerning budget amendments.
c. Consideration and approval concerning budget line item transfers.
d. Consideration and authorization of payment of claims previously approved by the County Auditor.
e.  Acceptance of reports of County Officials as required by LGC 115.02 previously examined by the County Auditor.
f. Consideration and approval regarding Departmental equipment requests and/or property transfers.
g. Correspondence.
 

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: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

 
Item #23:
Previous Agenda Items
The court had no previous agenda items to discuss.
 
Item #24:
Calendar Review
The court discussed calendar review.
 
Item #25:
FY 24 Budget Workshop
The court discussed FY 24 Budget Workshop: The members of the Commissioners Court will meet to discuss and/or take action in the preparation of the FY 24 Burnet County Budget , including but not limited to, addressing all Burnet County government department budgets and/or requests, county policy, county procedures, county goals & philosophies, budget timelines, plus compensation benefits and/or priorities. Commissioner Dockery informed the court that specific budget amendments will be on the Commissioners Court meeting that will be held on April 25th. 
 

Motion is made by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall to approve FY 24 Budget Workshop: The members of the Commissioners Court will meet to discuss and/or take action in the preparation of the FY 24 Burnet County Budget , including but not limited to, addressing all Burnet County government department budgets and/or requests, county policy, county procedures, county goals & philosophies, budget timelines, plus compensation benefits and/or priorities.

Vote: 4 - 0 Passed - Unanimously

Karin Smith, County Auditor, informed the court that all members will need to present August 8, 2023 and September 12,2023 for the tax rate.
 
Item #15:
Executive Session
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).   
a. Discussion regarding the potential purchase of property by County for County use purposes.

The court went into executive session at 9:43 a.m.
 
 
Item #16:
Executive Session
The court reconvened from Executive Session at 10:08 a.m.
 
Item #17:
Executive Session
The court discussed items discussed in Executive Session and take up for Consideration and possible action, pursuant to Chapter 262, Texas Local Government Code.
a. Potential purchase of property by County for County use purposes.

 
 

The court took no action on this agenda item.

 
Item #26 :
Adjournment
As there was no further business to discuss Commissioner Dockery adjourned the meeting at 10:09 a.m.