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The State of Texas {}
County of Burnet   {}      On this the 24th day of  February  2026, the Burnet County Commissioners Court met in regular session. The following members of the court were present:
Present:
  • County Judge Bryan Wilson
  • Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr.
  • Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle
  • Commissioner Precinct 3 Chad Collier
  • Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery
Attendees:
  • Eddie Arredondo , County Attorney
  • Colleen Davis , Asst. County Attorney
  • Vicinta Stafford, County Clerk
  • Madeline Parker , Comm. Court Coordinator
  • Philip Arnold , Outside Legal Counsel
 
Item #1 Call to Order
Judge Bryan Wilson called the meeting to order at 9:01 a.m
 
Item #2 Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flags
Jerry Bennett, Pastor with 7 Creeks Church, led the invocation. 
Pledges said
 
Item #4 Presentation from Caroline Ragsdill regarding the annual report from the Burnet County Child Welfare Board. (Wilson)
Caroline Ragsdill gave report. 
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Item #9 Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding a burn ban for the unincorporated areas of Burnet County. (Wilson)
Derek Marchio, Emergency Management Director, spoke. 
No action taken on this agenda item. 
 
Item #12 Discuss, consider and take appropriate action concerning a request for a variance from the Burnet County Subdivision Regulations by Sarah Koen for a 2-acre tract out of a 136-acre tract located on CR 200A, BCAD parcel #48840. (Beierle)
Herb Darling, Development Services Director, spoke.
 

Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle, Seconded By Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve a variance from the Burnet County Subdivision Regulations by Sarah Koen for a 2-acre tract out of a 136-acre tract located on CR 200A, BCAD parcel #48840.

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

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Item #5 Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding identifying the best qualified vendor for RFQ 26-4090-02 for transportation planning and Capital Improvement Plan and Program (CIPP) Development, in an amount not to exceed $150,000: (Wilson)
a. Interview GLS;
b. Interview American Structurepoint;
c. Select the best qualified vendor on the basis of demonstrated competence and qualifications to perform the services; and
d. Authorize the County Judge to negotiate a fair and reasonable price and award and enter a contract with the identified best qualified vendor.
John Rusk, Vice President of GLS, spoke,
Michael Holmes, Project Engineer of GLS, spoke.
Will Conolly, American Structurepoint, spoke.
 
 

Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded By Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle to accept American Structurepoint for RFQ 26-4090-02 for transportation planning and Capital Improvement Plan and Program (CIPP) Development

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

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Item #15 Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding approval of the Treasurer's monthly report - January 2026. (Wilson)
Karrie Crownover, County Treasurer, gave report. 
 

Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle, Seconded By Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve the Treasurer's monthly report - January 2026

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

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Item #6 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 Code 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney). (Wilson)
a. Discuss confidential attorney-client legal matters, anticipated litigation and other legal matters pertaining to Burnet County's response to Bell County East to Big Hill 765kV Transmission Project including legal analysis and applicability of Chapter 391, Local Government Code.
b. Discuss the formation of a 391 Commission.
Executive Session at 9:54 a.m
 
Item #7 Reconvene in Open Session.
Reconvene at 10:46 a.m.
 
Item #8 Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the items discussed in executive session: (Wilson)
a. Update regarding Burnet County's response to the Bell County East to Big Hill 765kV Transmission Line Project, LCRA/ ONCOR electric line; and
b. Authorization of creation of a 391 Commission with the City of Burnet;
i. Appoint two elected officials of commissioners court as representatives of Burnet County on any authorized 391 Commission.
Randy Prince spoke.
Claire Nelson spoke.
Andrew Bouton
Lucina Bouton spoke.
Beth Kuntz spoke.
 

Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle, Seconded By Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to authorize the creation of a 391 Commission with the City of Burnet

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

 

Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded By Commissioner Precinct 3 Chad Collier to appoint Commissioner, Damon Beierle and Justice of the Peace Frank Riley, to represent Burnet County

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

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Item #3 Public Comments - Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.007 and the Burnet County commissioners court rules of decorum, any person may make comment on any item not appearing on the agenda. Any comments made will not be deliberated on by the Commissioners Court during this Public Comments agenda item. Public Comments are limited to three (3) minutes per person. Public comment for items listed on this agenda will be heard when the agenda is called.
Charlie Parker spoke.
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Item #10 Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding appointments for committees and boards: (Luther)
a. Reappointment of Brad Beneski to Emergency Services District (ESD) Board No. 5;
b. Reappointment of Tommy Skinner to ESD Board No. 5.
 

Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded By Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery to approve a-b

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

 
Item #11 Discuss, consider and take appropriate action concerning a request to replat lot 8032-C, Enclave at the Legends, Plat No. 8.32, to be known as lots 8032-D and 8033-C, Enclave at the Legends, Plat No. 8.32, a division of 1 lot into 2. (Luther)
Herb Darling, Development Services Director, spoke. 
 

Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr., Seconded By Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery to approve replat lot 8032-C, Enclave at the Legends, Plat No. 8.32, to be known as lots 8032-D and 8033-C, Enclave at the Legends, Plat No. 8.32, a division of 1 lot into 2.

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

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Item #13 Discuss, consider and take appropriate action concerning a request for a variance from the Burnet County Subdivision Regulations by Jeffery Alan Bow, Sr. for a 6.5-acre tract out of an 11.3-acre tract known as BCAD parcel #47558 located at the northwest corner of FM 1174 and CR 321. (Collier)
Herb Darling, Development Services Director, spoke.
 

Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 3 Chad Collier, Seconded By Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle to approve a variance from the Burnet County Subdivision Regulations by Jeffery Alan Bow, Sr. for a 6.5-acre tract out of an 11.3-acre tract known as BCAD parcel #47558 located at the northwest corner of FM 1174 and CR 321.

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

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Item #14 Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding selecting a web host vendor to ensure all Burnet County domains are ADA compliant according to the Department of Justice by April 24, 2026 in an amount not to exceed $36,642 from fund 100-5040-4540. (Wilson)
Jackie Haynes, IT Software Support, spoke. 
Gregg Harris, IT Director, spoke. 
 

Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded By Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve CivicPlus quote in the amount of $36,642.67

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

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Item #16 Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding invoices without Purchase Orders or contracts as required in Local Government Code § 113.901. (Wilson)
 

Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle, Seconded By Commissioner Precinct 3 Chad Collier to approve invoices without Purchase Orders or contracts

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

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Item #17 Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding budget inner departmental line item transfers. (Wilson)
 

Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded By Commissioner Precinct 3 Chad Collier to approve budget inner departmental line item transfers.

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

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Item #18 Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action for the authorization of payment of claims previously approved by the County Auditor. (Wilson)
 

Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 3 Chad Collier, Seconded By Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve the authorization of payment of claims previously approved by the County Auditor.

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

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Item #19 Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to approve, sign, and execute all necessary documents and actions regarding contracts, agreements or grants to be approved and/or ratified: (Wilson)
a. To sponsor the Bertram Art, Herb, and Wine Festival in an amount not to exceed $1,500;
b. To purchase and enter into a contract with VistaCom on behalf of the Burnet County Sheriff's Department in an amount not to exceed $10,354;
c. To enter a Subrecipient Agreement for Texas Division of Emergency Management Administered Awards and designate the County Judge as the Designation of Account Approval (DAA) and Designation of Subrecipient Agent (DAS).
 

Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded By Commissioner Precinct 3 Chad Collier to approve b-c

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

 

Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 3 Chad Collier, Seconded By Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve a. Commisisoner Damon Beierle abstained

Vote: 4 - 0

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Item #20 Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on additional engineering services with K.C. engineering for the Wirtz Dam Road and Bridge Project regarding the necessity of procuring easements in an amount not to exceed $22,050. (Wilson)
 

Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded By Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve additional engineering services with K.C. engineering for the Wirtz Dam Road and Bridge Project regarding the necessity of procuring easements

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

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Item #21 Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action concerning calling for Bids and Bid openings, request for proposals/qualifications and related openings: 
a. Authorization to go out to bid for the installation and configuration of an aerial fiber connection for the Burnet County Data Center to other County buildings; (Collier)
b. Authorization to go out to bid for the selection of a vendor to provide fuel card services and possible fuel storage solutions with a payment requirement of not less than once per month. (Wilson)
 

Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 2 Damon Beierle, Seconded By Commissioner Precinct 3 Chad Collier to approve a

Vote: 4 - 1

 

Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 3 Chad Collier, Seconded By Commissioner Precinct 1 Jim Luther, Jr. to approve b

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

Attachments:
 
Item #22 Acknowledgment of Receipt: (Wilson)
a. Racial Profiling Report from the Burnet County Sheriff's Office;
b. PEC Utility Connections - 02.09.26;
c. PEC Utility Connections - 02.16.26;
d. Burnet County Auditor FY26 Monthly financial report — December;
e. Memorandum from State Representative Joanne Shofner regarding House Bill 2560 - Adopt-a-County-Road program.
Acknowledged.
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Item #23 Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding the Commissioners Court modifying regularly scheduled meetings. (Wilson)
No action taken on this agenda item.
 
Item #24 Calendar Review.
Reviewed. 
 
Item #25 Adjournment
 

Motion is made by Commissioner Precinct 4 Joe Don Dockery, Seconded By Commissioner Precinct 3 Chad Collier to adjourn at 11:28 a.m.

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

Signature