County of Burnet {} On this the 12th day of March, 2024, the Burnet County Commissioners Court met in regular session. The following members of the court were present:
- County Judge James Oakley
- Present
- Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr.
- Present
- Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle
- Present
- Commissioner Precinct 3 Billy Wall
- Absent
- Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery
- Present
- Attendees:
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- Vicinta Stafford, County Clerk
- Stephanie McCormick, Comm. Court Coordinator
- Karin Smith, County Auditor
Call to Order
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flags
Public Comments - Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.007 (b), any person may make comment on any item appearing on the agenda. Any comments made will not be addressed by the Commissioners Court during the Public Comments agenda item. Public Comments are limited to three (3) minutes per person.
Presentation from Emergency Management Coordinator Derek Marchio concerning emergency declaration for a temporary burn ban during the eclipse event (Oakley)
Discussion and/or action to apply for a grant for a Community Diversion Coordinator position to assist the courts and act as a mental health liaison (Oakley)
Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle to approve applying for a grant for a Community Diversion Coordinator position to assist the courts and act as a mental health liaison.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Discussion and/or action regarding the SB22 Grant agreement and budget (Oakley)
Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle, Seconded by Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve grant agreement and budget amendments.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Discussion and/or action regarding the adoption of a Resolution by the Burnet County Comissioners Court for the authorization for Tax Exemption under Texas Property Code 11.36 (Oakley)
The court took no action on this agenda item.
Discussion and/or action regarding Department Updates:
Discussion and/or action regarding the waiver of penalties and interest on taxes for Property ID 24718 and 24717, Kingsland Cove, Unit one, Lot 137 and 138 (Oakley)
The court took no motion on this agenda item.
Discussion and/or action regarding a replat of Lots 36,37,45,46,42, and 67 of The Point, Phase 1, to be known as lots 36A, 37A,45A,46A,42A, and 67A, The Point, Phase 1, reconfiguring lot lines (Beierle)
Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle, Seconded by Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve replat of Lots 36,37,45,46,42, and 67 of The Point, Phase 1, to be known as lots 36A, 37A,45A,46A,42A, and 67A, The Point, Phase 1, reconfiguring lot lines.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Discussion and/or action regarding the replat lots 9,10,12,13,14,15,18,19,29,30,31,32,62, and 63, of The Point, Phase 2, to be known as lots 9A,10A,12A,13A,14A,15A,18A,19A,29A,30A,31A,32A,62A and 63A, The Point, Phase 2, reconfiguring lot lines (Beierle)
Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle, Seconded by Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve the replat lots 9,10,12,13,14,15,18,19,29,30,31,32,62, and 63, of The Point, Phase 2, to be known as lots 9A,10A,12A,13A,14A,15A,18A,19A,29A,30A,31A,32A,62A and 63A, The Point, Phase 2, reconfiguring lot lines.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Discussion and/or action regarding the preliminary plat approval for Hollingsworth Business Park North, a 1 lot subdivision located on 2 acres at 9330 E. Hwy. 71 (Dockery)
Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve the preliminary plat approval for Hollingsworth Business Park North, a 1 lot subdivision located on 2 acres at 9330 E. Hwy. 71.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Discussion and/or action regarding the replat of lots 16,17, and a 0.141 southerly portion of lot 15, Block 4, Kings Cove Estates, to be known as lot 16A, Block 4, Kings Cove Estates, a combination of lots (Luther)
Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle to approve the replat of lots 16,17, and a 0.141 southerly portion of lot 15, Block 4, Kings Cove Estates, to be known as lot 16A, Block 4, Kings Cove Estates, a combination of lots.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Discussion and/or action regarding a replant of lots 183-185, South Silver Creek Village, Unit 2, to be known as lot 185A, South Silver Creek Village, Unit 2, a combination of 3 lots into 1 (Luther)
Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle to approve the replat of lots 183-185, South Silver Creek Village, Unit 2, to be known as lot 185A, South Silver Creek Village, Unit 2, a combination of 3 lots into 1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Discussion and/or action regarding the preliminary plat approval for Frers Subdivision, consisting of 2 lots on 1.752 acres located at 136 Mountain View Circle (Luther)16.
Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle to approve the preliminary plat approval for Frers Subdivision, consisting of 2 lots on 1.752 acres located at 136 Mountain View Circle.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Discussion and/or action regarding the replat of tract 6B-2, Unit 1, Swiss Village to be known as tracts 6C-1 and 6C-2, Unit 1, Swiss Village, a division of 1 tract into 2 (Luther)
Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery to approve the replat of tract 6B-2, Unit 1, Swiss Village to be known as tracts 6C-1 and 6C-2, Unit 1, Swiss Village, a division of 1 tract into 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Discussion and/or action regarding the approval of the Monthly Treasurer's Report for January 2024 (Oakley/Crownover)
Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to accept the Monthly Treasurer's Report for January 2024.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
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).
The court took no action on this agenda item.
Reconvene in Open Session.
The court took no action on this agenda item.
Discussion and/or action regarding items discussed in Executive Session.
The court took no action on this agenda item.
Discussion and/or action regarding Department Updates:
Discussion and/or action regarding the appointment of a member of the Commissioners Court to be declared as the authorized agent to oversee and sign related documents on grants through the Texas Governor’s Office. Said authority shall apply to grant applications and grants approved by the Burnet County Commissioners Court for acceptance and shall apply to all current and future grants through the Governor’s Office (Oakley)
Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery to appoint Joe Don Dockery, County Commissioner Precinct 4, to be authorized agent.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Acknowledgment of Receipt:
- ESD 1 Financial Statement
- Marble Falls Area EMS Update
- Bldg. Septic February Report
- TXDoT Public Meeting Notice on the 281/71 intersection
- Receipt of Settlement Check on the VW Diesel litigation in the amount of $33,335.00
- Email receipt from Marcia Hiett on the ongoing hostage crisis in Gaza
- MIS Summary October 1 - January 31, 2024
Discussion and/or action regarding contracts, agreements or grants to be approved and/or ratified:
- Ratify the 2/23/24 DocuSign signature for the Grant agreement for the Rural Law Enforcement Salary Assistance Program with the FY24 Senate Bill for $350,000, Award #IA-0000000073
- Bertram Art and Herb Festival Sponsorship Application for $1500 to be paid for by Hotel/Motel tax
- Mayfest Sponsorship Application for $750 to be paid for by Hotel/Motel tax
- Lakefest Sponsorship Application for $1000 to be paid for by Hotel/Motel tax
- Approval of an agreement with DIJ Construction for striping and reflective markers on Co. Rd. 404
- Approval of an agreement with James Wester as Independent driver for the VetRides Program
- Authorization to accept the 24 State Fund Grant ammunition for training from the National Rifle Associate on behalf of the Sheriff's Office
- Service agreement with the Flock Group
- Ratify the Baylor Scott & White Hospital Provider Agreement
Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded by Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve a-i with the exception of b and h.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded by Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery to approve b. Damon Beierle, County Commissioner, abstain
Vote: 3 - 0
The court took no action on h.
Discussion and/or action concerning calling for Bids and Bid openings, request for proposals/qualifications and related openings:
The court took no action on this agenda item.
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:
- Consideration and approval of any pending personnel issues within the policy.
- Consideration and approval concerning budget amendments.
- Consideration and approval concerning budget line item transfers.
- Consideration and authorization of payment of claims previously approved by the County Auditor.
- Acceptance of reports of County Officials as required by LGC 115.02 previously examined by the County Auditor
- Consideration and approval regarding Departmental equipment requests and/or property transfers.
- 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 - Unanimously
Discussion regarding any previous agenda items.
Alan Trevino, Chief Deputy, opened discussion from previous court regarding Motorola contract coming from sheriff's office professional services funds. Gave options where this could from.
The court took no action on this agenda item.
Calendar Review.
Adjournment
