CONSENT AGENDA - Consideration and Action: Administrative: Al Approval of Regular Bills, Payroll, and Officers' Reports A2 2nd Quarter 2014 Ellis County Investment Report. - Cheryl Chambers, County Treasurer Financial: Fl From 001-0330-40065 Transport Reimbursement Fees $ 17,484.59 To 001 -0010-50808 Auto Gas & Oil $17,484.59. - Johnny Brown, Sheriff F2 From 042-0942-30302 Federal Forfeiture Fund Balance $22,136.68 To 042-0942-50868 Contract Services $20,443.70, 042-0942-50802 $1,692.95. - ChuckLaubach, Ellis County Sheriffs Office F3 From 001-0520-50805 Conference $1,000.00, 001-0520-50601 Travel Reim $1,000.00 To 001-0520-50801 Supplies $2,000.00. -Jackie Miller Jr., Justice of the Peace, Pet. 2 F4 From 001-0310-50S02 Equipment $5.00 To 001-0310-50806 Official Bond/Dues $5.00. -Melanie Reed, District Clerk F5 From 005-0703-50807 Misc $5,000.00,005-0703-50913 Chemicals $3,000.00 To 005-0703-50910 Gas/Oil $8,000.00. -PaulPerry, Commissioner, Road & Bridge, Pct.3 F6 From 010-0653-50962 FM2 Lubricants $2,000.00 To 010-0653-50807 FM2 General Expenses $2,000.00.- Bill Dodson, Commissioner, Pet. 2
Grant a one-time variance from County of Ellis Rules, Regulations and Specifications as it relates to the fire hydrant requirement, 252 Pace Road, Palmer, TX, Margaret Baldridge, located in Road and Bridge Pet. 1.
Grant a one-time variance from County of Ellis Rules, Regulations and Specifications as it relates to the fire hydrant requirement, 190 Hampel Road, Palmer, TX, John Michael Mercer, located in Road and Bridge Pet. 1.
Accept the infrastructure of Jordan Run Phase II, including portions of Amanda Lane and portions of Jaycee Drive, requested by Healthfirst Real Estate Holdings III LTD and Morrison Partners LTD, located in Pet. 3.
Release the subdivision construction bond #1089458 to Lexon Insurance Company in the amount of Three hundred sixty nine thousand and five hundred dollars for the completed construction of Jordan Run, Phase II, requested by Healthfirst Real Estate Holdings III LTD and Morrison Partners LTD, located in Pet. 3.
A leasing agreement for three storage units located at Secure More RV and Mini Storage in the amount of $188.00 for Ellis County Tax Assessor's Office.
A leasing agreement for two storage units located at A Big Toy RV and Mini Storage in the amount of $155.00 per month with a one-time lock and key deposit of $15.00 for Ellis County Clerk's Office.
The renewal agreement and service contract with Associated Time and Parking Controls for model AR-E, serial number 482841 date and time stamp for Justice of the Peace, Pet. 3 Office, in accordance with Local Government Code. Term will be 08-01-14 to 07-21-14.
To declare the following item as surplus to be disposed of in accordance with Local Government Code 263: 1985 Ford F8000 VIN 1FDXD80U7FVA48686, from Road and Bridge, Pet. 4.
To declare the following item as surplus to be disposed of in accordance with Local Government Code 263: Spray Rig with Briggs and Stratton motor, from Road and Bridge, Pet. 4.
To approve a funding request for the Ellis County Child Protective Services Board in the amount of $25,000 for the fiscal year 2014-2015.
To appoint William H. Derden to the Emergency Services District #6 Board for a term effective immediately through December 31, 2015. - Ron Brown, Commissioner, Pet. 4
RECESS REGULAR SESSION TO CONVENE TO PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC HEARING In accordance with §251.152 of the Texas Transportation Code, a public hearing will be conducted before the Ellis County Commissioners Court to consider the establishment of restricted traffic zones to authorize the installation and maintenance of stop signs, no parking signs, no standing signs and other potential traffic control signs and signals that the court considers necessary for public safety within said zones within the unincorporated areas of Ellis County, Texas pursuant to §251.155 of the Transportation Code. ADJOURNMENT OF PUBLIC HEARING
RECONVENE TO REGULAR SESSION 3.4 The establishment of restricted traffic zones authorizing the installation and maintenance of stop signs, no parking signs, no standing signs and other potential traffic control signs and signals that the court considers necessary for public safety within said zones pursuant to §251.155 of the Transportation Code, applicable to the following Ellis County roads within the unincorporated area of Ellis County: Sand Road and Eastgate Road. - Ron Brown, Commissioner, Pet. 4
The approval of the installation of stop signs at the intersection of Sand Road and Eastgate Road and the installation of no parking and no standing signs on the northwest and northeast side at the north end of Eastgate Road within restricted traffic zones pursuant to §251.155 of the Transportation Code. - Ron Brown, Commissioner, Pet. 4
To allow the County Judge to sign approximately 25 Emergency Action Plans associated with high hazard NRCS flood control dams sponsored by Ellis County. These plans are TCEQ requirements. These plans are required by TCEQ because there is a residence or structure below the dam in the potential breach zone. - Joe JVIiite, Engineer
3.7 To allow the County Judge to sign four TxDOT ROW agreements associated with improvements of on-system bridges and roadways on FM 308, FM 876, and FM 984. -Joe White* Engineer 3.8 Consideration and action to pay TxDOT the amount of $18,561.63 for the County's participation in ROW purchases associated with nine on-system road projects. This payment will reconcile refunds from TxDOT and amounts owed to TxDOT for pass and future projects on US 287, US 67, SH 34, FM 308, FM 876, FM 984, and FM 664. Monies have been set aside for this purpose and are available from ROW-2008, Fund #25. - Joe Wliite, Engineer
For HDR Architects to provide professional services associated with the build out of the courtroom, jury selection room and offices in the Ellis County Courts Building. - Joe Wliite, Engineer
For Architexas Architects to provide professional services associated with design and construction of County buildings. -Joe Wliite, Engineer
For Ellis County to enter into an agreement with Region 10 Education Service Center for the purchase of a 450 foot guyed radio tower and equipment shelter located 4 miles SE of Ennis on FM 85. Cost not to exceed $35,000. The tower is located on City of Ennis property and purchase would be contingent upon reaching a prior property agreement with the City of Ennis. - Joe Wliite, Engineer
For Malouf Engineering to provide professional services if necessary for structural modifications on the Region 10 tower. -Joe Wliite, Engineer
To enter into contract with Waxahachie 1SD for Election services. - Brnce Sherbet, Elections
Approve negotiated contract with US Script and authorize the County Judge to sign appropriate documents. -Anne Price, Director of Human Resources
To renew or modify the current County retiree health insurance coverage through the Texas Association of Counties Health and Employee Benefits Pool for fiscal year 2014-2015. -Anne Price, Director of Human Resources
To enact a Burn Ban Order for Ellis County effective immediately. - Joe Stewart, Fire Marshal/EMC ADJOURNMENT
CONSENT AGENDA - Consideration and Action: Administrative: Al Approval of Regular Bills, Payroll, and Officers' Reports A2 2nd Quarter 2014 Ellis County Investment Report. - Cheryl Chambers, County Treasurer Financial: Fl From 001-0330-40065 Transport Reimbursement Fees $ 17,484.59 To 001 -0010-50808 Auto Gas & Oil $17,484.59. - Johnny Brown, Sheriff F2 From 042-0942-30302 Federal Forfeiture Fund Balance $22,136.68 To 042-0942-50868 Contract Services $20,443.70, 042-0942-50802 $1,692.95. - ChuckLaubach, Ellis County Sheriffs Office F3 From 001-0520-50805 Conference $1,000.00, 001-0520-50601 Travel Reim $1,000.00 To 001-0520-50801 Supplies $2,000.00. -Jackie Miller Jr., Justice of the Peace, Pet. 2 F4 From 001-0310-50S02 Equipment $5.00 To 001-0310-50806 Official Bond/Dues $5.00. -Melanie Reed, District Clerk F5 From 005-0703-50807 Misc $5,000.00,005-0703-50913 Chemicals $3,000.00 To 005-0703-50910 Gas/Oil $8,000.00. -PaulPerry, Commissioner, Road & Bridge, Pct.3 F6 From 010-0653-50962 FM2 Lubricants $2,000.00 To 010-0653-50807 FM2 General Expenses $2,000.00.- Bill Dodson, Commissioner, Pet. 2
Grant a one-time variance from County of Ellis Rules, Regulations and Specifications as it relates to the fire hydrant requirement, 252 Pace Road, Palmer, TX, Margaret Baldridge, located in Road and Bridge Pet. 1.
Grant a one-time variance from County of Ellis Rules, Regulations and Specifications as it relates to the fire hydrant requirement, 190 Hampel Road, Palmer, TX, John Michael Mercer, located in Road and Bridge Pet. 1.
Accept the infrastructure of Jordan Run Phase II, including portions of Amanda Lane and portions of Jaycee Drive, requested by Healthfirst Real Estate Holdings III LTD and Morrison Partners LTD, located in Pet. 3.
Release the subdivision construction bond #1089458 to Lexon Insurance Company in the amount of Three hundred sixty nine thousand and five hundred dollars for the completed construction of Jordan Run, Phase II, requested by Healthfirst Real Estate Holdings III LTD and Morrison Partners LTD, located in Pet. 3.
A leasing agreement for three storage units located at Secure More RV and Mini Storage in the amount of $188.00 for Ellis County Tax Assessor's Office.
A leasing agreement for two storage units located at A Big Toy RV and Mini Storage in the amount of $155.00 per month with a one-time lock and key deposit of $15.00 for Ellis County Clerk's Office.
The renewal agreement and service contract with Associated Time and Parking Controls for model AR-E, serial number 482841 date and time stamp for Justice of the Peace, Pet. 3 Office, in accordance with Local Government Code. Term will be 08-01-14 to 07-21-14.
To declare the following item as surplus to be disposed of in accordance with Local Government Code 263: 1985 Ford F8000 VIN 1FDXD80U7FVA48686, from Road and Bridge, Pet. 4.
To declare the following item as surplus to be disposed of in accordance with Local Government Code 263: Spray Rig with Briggs and Stratton motor, from Road and Bridge, Pet. 4.
To approve a funding request for the Ellis County Child Protective Services Board in the amount of $25,000 for the fiscal year 2014-2015.
To appoint William H. Derden to the Emergency Services District #6 Board for a term effective immediately through December 31, 2015. - Ron Brown, Commissioner, Pet. 4
RECESS REGULAR SESSION TO CONVENE TO PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC HEARING In accordance with §251.152 of the Texas Transportation Code, a public hearing will be conducted before the Ellis County Commissioners Court to consider the establishment of restricted traffic zones to authorize the installation and maintenance of stop signs, no parking signs, no standing signs and other potential traffic control signs and signals that the court considers necessary for public safety within said zones within the unincorporated areas of Ellis County, Texas pursuant to §251.155 of the Transportation Code. ADJOURNMENT OF PUBLIC HEARING
RECONVENE TO REGULAR SESSION 3.4 The establishment of restricted traffic zones authorizing the installation and maintenance of stop signs, no parking signs, no standing signs and other potential traffic control signs and signals that the court considers necessary for public safety within said zones pursuant to §251.155 of the Transportation Code, applicable to the following Ellis County roads within the unincorporated area of Ellis County: Sand Road and Eastgate Road. - Ron Brown, Commissioner, Pet. 4
The approval of the installation of stop signs at the intersection of Sand Road and Eastgate Road and the installation of no parking and no standing signs on the northwest and northeast side at the north end of Eastgate Road within restricted traffic zones pursuant to §251.155 of the Transportation Code. - Ron Brown, Commissioner, Pet. 4
To allow the County Judge to sign approximately 25 Emergency Action Plans associated with high hazard NRCS flood control dams sponsored by Ellis County. These plans are TCEQ requirements. These plans are required by TCEQ because there is a residence or structure below the dam in the potential breach zone. - Joe JVIiite, Engineer
3.7 To allow the County Judge to sign four TxDOT ROW agreements associated with improvements of on-system bridges and roadways on FM 308, FM 876, and FM 984. -Joe White* Engineer 3.8 Consideration and action to pay TxDOT the amount of $18,561.63 for the County's participation in ROW purchases associated with nine on-system road projects. This payment will reconcile refunds from TxDOT and amounts owed to TxDOT for pass and future projects on US 287, US 67, SH 34, FM 308, FM 876, FM 984, and FM 664. Monies have been set aside for this purpose and are available from ROW-2008, Fund #25. - Joe Wliite, Engineer
For HDR Architects to provide professional services associated with the build out of the courtroom, jury selection room and offices in the Ellis County Courts Building. - Joe Wliite, Engineer
For Architexas Architects to provide professional services associated with design and construction of County buildings. -Joe Wliite, Engineer
For Ellis County to enter into an agreement with Region 10 Education Service Center for the purchase of a 450 foot guyed radio tower and equipment shelter located 4 miles SE of Ennis on FM 85. Cost not to exceed $35,000. The tower is located on City of Ennis property and purchase would be contingent upon reaching a prior property agreement with the City of Ennis. - Joe Wliite, Engineer
For Malouf Engineering to provide professional services if necessary for structural modifications on the Region 10 tower. -Joe Wliite, Engineer
To enter into contract with Waxahachie 1SD for Election services. - Brnce Sherbet, Elections
Approve negotiated contract with US Script and authorize the County Judge to sign appropriate documents. -Anne Price, Director of Human Resources
To renew or modify the current County retiree health insurance coverage through the Texas Association of Counties Health and Employee Benefits Pool for fiscal year 2014-2015. -Anne Price, Director of Human Resources
To enact a Burn Ban Order for Ellis County effective immediately. - Joe Stewart, Fire Marshal/EMC ADJOURNMENT