OPENING COURT County Judge will call meeting to order, declare quorum if present, and declare notices legally posted pursuant to Open Meetings Act. Motion to Open Court. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance - Commissioner Dennis Robinson
Administrative: Al Approval of Regular Bills, Payroll, and Officers' Reports A2 Review and acceptance of the 2014 Racial Profiling Report for the Ellis County Sheriffs Office. - Chuck Laubach, Ellis County Sheriff's Office A3 Review and acceptance of the 2014 Racial Profiling Report for Ellis County Constable, Precinct 2. - Terry Nay, Constable, Pet. 2 A4 4th Quarter 2014 Ellis County Investment Report. - Cheryl Chambers, Ti 'easiirer A5 January 2015 Travel Reports of the Texas AgriLife Extension Office -Mark Arnold, Agriculture -Rita Hodges, Family & Consumer Science -Megan Parr, 4H Financial: Fl From 001-0010-40659 Insurance Reimbursement $6,999.40 To 001-0015-50702 Repairs $6,999.40. -JohnnyBrown, Sheriff F2 From 010-0653-50915 FM2 Asphalt $13,000.00 To 010-0653-50802 FM2 Equipment $13,000.00. -Lane Grayson, Commissioner, Pet. 2 F3 From 001-0140-50868 Contract Services $2,300.00 To 001-0140-50807 Other Expenses $2,300.00. For expenses related to the relocation of the Treasurer's Office to the Courts and Administration Building. F4 From 047-0947-30302 Sheriff Forfeiture $17,000.00 To 047-0947-50807 General Misc. $5,000.00, 047-0947-50802 Equipment $12,000.00. - Chuck Laubach, Ellis County Sheriffs Office F5 Approve refund of overpayment to the following account for payment in error: Refund to be issued to: Account Amount Due Corelogic/PennyMac 162211 $2,925.64 PHH Mortgage Corp. 208185 $4,272.87 Bank of Oklahoma 228157 $3,424.56 F6 From 005-0703-30302 Fund Balance $55,000.00To 005-0703-50911 Gravel $55,000.00. -Paul Perry, Commissioner, Pet. 3 F7 From 012-0755-40008 FM4/Interlocal $6,000.00 To 012-0755-50906 FM4/Culverts $6,000.00. -Kyle Butler, Commissioner, Pet. 4 F8 From 001-0385-50801 Supplies $1,000.00,001-0385-50601 Travel Reimb. $450.00,001-0385-50802 Equipment $300.00, 001-0385-50805 Conference $631.00 To 001-0385-50819 Computer $2,381.00. -Judge Catvert, CCL#2
Replat - Duvall Place Addition, lots IR and 4R, Block 1; 3811 Plainview Road and 3841 Ledgestone Lane, Midlothian, Texas; Road and Bridge Pet. 4; requested by Paul Proctor
Final Plat - Carter Estates, 13 lots; Hwy 77 and Carter Road, Italy, Texas; Road and Bridge Pet. 4; requested by Josh Trees
Preliminary Plat - Bryson Springs, 86 lots, at the location of Bryson Road and Brooke Blvd., Midlothian, Texas; Road and Bridge Pet. 4; requested by JHDMC Development, LLC
Discussion and action regarding a resolution authorizing the submission of a Texas Community Development Grant Program application for a grant to assist the South Ellis County Water Supply Corporation with water improvements in the amount of $265,000.00; the designation of the County Judge as the County's executive officer and authorized representative to act in all matters pertaining to the County's participation in the Texas Community Development Grant Program
To add on an additional 20' x 40' metal building to the pre-existing building (shop) for office space. - Kyle Butler, Commissioner, Pet. 4
3.4 Interlocal Cooperation Contract for the lease of voting machines between Ellis County and City of Bardwell. - Bruce Sherbet, Elections Administrator 3.5 Interlocal Cooperation Contract for the lease of voting machines between Ellis County and City of Ferris. - Bruce Sherbet, Elections Administrator 3.6 Interlocal Cooperation Contract for the lease of voting machines between Ellis County and City of Italy. - Bruce Sherbet, Elections Administrator 3.7 Interlocal Cooperation Contract for the lease of voting machines between Ellis County and City of Mansfield. - Bruce Sherbet, Elections Administrator 3.8 Interlocal Cooperation Contract for the lease of voting machines between Ellis County and City of Maypearl. - Bruce Sherbet, Elections Administrator 3.9 Interlocal Cooperation Contract for the lease of voting machines between Ellis County and City of Milford. -Bruce Sherbet, Elections Administrator 3.10 Interlocal Cooperation Contract for the lease of voting machines between Ellis County and City of Oak Leaf. - Bruce Sherbet, Elections Administrator 3.11 Interlocal Cooperation Contract for the lease of voting machines between Ellis County and City of Ovilla. - Bruce Sherbet, Elections Administrator 3.12 Interlocal Cooperation Contract for the lease of voting machines between Ellis County and City of Palmer. - Bruce Sherbet, Elections Administrator 3.13 Interlocal Cooperation Contract for the lease of voting machines between Ellis County Ferris ISD. - Bruce Sherbet, Elections Administrator 3.14 Interlocal Cooperation Contract for the lease of voting machines between Ellis County and Maypearl ISD. - Bruce Sherbet, Elections Administrator 3.15 Interlocal Cooperation Contract for the lease of voting machines between Ellis County and Palmer ISD. - Bruce Sherbet, Elections Administrator 3.16 Interlocal Cooperation Contract for the lease of voting machines between Ellis County and Red Oak ISD. - Bruce Sherbet, Elections Administrator
Discussion regarding East Texas Medical Center d/b/a East Texas Medical Center Emergency Medical Service withdrawal of services from Ellis County, effective March 1,2015 and discussion regarding assignment of contractual obligation. - Carol Bush, County Judge
The Commissioners Court of Ellis County reserves the right to adjourn into Executive Session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed in this agenda, in the order deemed appropriate, as authorized by Texas Government Code 551, or to seek the advice of its attorney and/or other attorneys representing Ellis County on any matter in which the duty of the attorney to the Commissioners Court under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Texas Government Code Chapter 551 or as otherwise may be permitted under 551. 4.1 Pursuant to Section 551.072 of the Government Code, an executive session is necessary to receive legal advice on the final documents and update on the negotiation of the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of personal and real property located in Ennis, Texas consisting of a Radio Tower owned by Region 10 Educational Service Center located on land owned by Ennis, Texas. 4.2 Pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Government Code, consultation with counsel concerning notice of a potential lawsuit involving Carol Gillespie and land that she owns on W.W. Road in Ellis County, Texas and the installation of a water line in the county right of way. 4.3 Pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Government Code, consultation with counsel concerning Cause No. 90610, William M. Windsor v. Ellis County, Texas; State of Montana, et al. 4.4 Pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Government Code, consultation with counsel concerning contemplated litigation between Ellis County and East Texas Medical Center d/b/a East Texas Medical Center Emergency Medical Service. 4.5 Pursuant to §551.074 of the Government Code, consultation to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of the Purchasing Agent. ADJOURNMENT OF EXECUTIVE SESSION
Approving the contracts and authorizing the County Attorney to finalize the negotiation of the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of personal and real property located in Ennis, Texas consisting of a Radio Tower owned by Region 10 Educational Service Center located on land owned by Ennis, Texas. - Vance Hinds, Assistant County & District Attorney ADJOURNMENT
OPENING COURT County Judge will call meeting to order, declare quorum if present, and declare notices legally posted pursuant to Open Meetings Act. Motion to Open Court. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance - Commissioner Dennis Robinson
Administrative: Al Approval of Regular Bills, Payroll, and Officers' Reports A2 Review and acceptance of the 2014 Racial Profiling Report for the Ellis County Sheriffs Office. - Chuck Laubach, Ellis County Sheriff's Office A3 Review and acceptance of the 2014 Racial Profiling Report for Ellis County Constable, Precinct 2. - Terry Nay, Constable, Pet. 2 A4 4th Quarter 2014 Ellis County Investment Report. - Cheryl Chambers, Ti 'easiirer A5 January 2015 Travel Reports of the Texas AgriLife Extension Office -Mark Arnold, Agriculture -Rita Hodges, Family & Consumer Science -Megan Parr, 4H Financial: Fl From 001-0010-40659 Insurance Reimbursement $6,999.40 To 001-0015-50702 Repairs $6,999.40. -JohnnyBrown, Sheriff F2 From 010-0653-50915 FM2 Asphalt $13,000.00 To 010-0653-50802 FM2 Equipment $13,000.00. -Lane Grayson, Commissioner, Pet. 2 F3 From 001-0140-50868 Contract Services $2,300.00 To 001-0140-50807 Other Expenses $2,300.00. For expenses related to the relocation of the Treasurer's Office to the Courts and Administration Building. F4 From 047-0947-30302 Sheriff Forfeiture $17,000.00 To 047-0947-50807 General Misc. $5,000.00, 047-0947-50802 Equipment $12,000.00. - Chuck Laubach, Ellis County Sheriffs Office F5 Approve refund of overpayment to the following account for payment in error: Refund to be issued to: Account Amount Due Corelogic/PennyMac 162211 $2,925.64 PHH Mortgage Corp. 208185 $4,272.87 Bank of Oklahoma 228157 $3,424.56 F6 From 005-0703-30302 Fund Balance $55,000.00To 005-0703-50911 Gravel $55,000.00. -Paul Perry, Commissioner, Pet. 3 F7 From 012-0755-40008 FM4/Interlocal $6,000.00 To 012-0755-50906 FM4/Culverts $6,000.00. -Kyle Butler, Commissioner, Pet. 4 F8 From 001-0385-50801 Supplies $1,000.00,001-0385-50601 Travel Reimb. $450.00,001-0385-50802 Equipment $300.00, 001-0385-50805 Conference $631.00 To 001-0385-50819 Computer $2,381.00. -Judge Catvert, CCL#2
Replat - Duvall Place Addition, lots IR and 4R, Block 1; 3811 Plainview Road and 3841 Ledgestone Lane, Midlothian, Texas; Road and Bridge Pet. 4; requested by Paul Proctor
Final Plat - Carter Estates, 13 lots; Hwy 77 and Carter Road, Italy, Texas; Road and Bridge Pet. 4; requested by Josh Trees
Preliminary Plat - Bryson Springs, 86 lots, at the location of Bryson Road and Brooke Blvd., Midlothian, Texas; Road and Bridge Pet. 4; requested by JHDMC Development, LLC
Discussion and action regarding a resolution authorizing the submission of a Texas Community Development Grant Program application for a grant to assist the South Ellis County Water Supply Corporation with water improvements in the amount of $265,000.00; the designation of the County Judge as the County's executive officer and authorized representative to act in all matters pertaining to the County's participation in the Texas Community Development Grant Program
To add on an additional 20' x 40' metal building to the pre-existing building (shop) for office space. - Kyle Butler, Commissioner, Pet. 4
3.4 Interlocal Cooperation Contract for the lease of voting machines between Ellis County and City of Bardwell. - Bruce Sherbet, Elections Administrator 3.5 Interlocal Cooperation Contract for the lease of voting machines between Ellis County and City of Ferris. - Bruce Sherbet, Elections Administrator 3.6 Interlocal Cooperation Contract for the lease of voting machines between Ellis County and City of Italy. - Bruce Sherbet, Elections Administrator 3.7 Interlocal Cooperation Contract for the lease of voting machines between Ellis County and City of Mansfield. - Bruce Sherbet, Elections Administrator 3.8 Interlocal Cooperation Contract for the lease of voting machines between Ellis County and City of Maypearl. - Bruce Sherbet, Elections Administrator 3.9 Interlocal Cooperation Contract for the lease of voting machines between Ellis County and City of Milford. -Bruce Sherbet, Elections Administrator 3.10 Interlocal Cooperation Contract for the lease of voting machines between Ellis County and City of Oak Leaf. - Bruce Sherbet, Elections Administrator 3.11 Interlocal Cooperation Contract for the lease of voting machines between Ellis County and City of Ovilla. - Bruce Sherbet, Elections Administrator 3.12 Interlocal Cooperation Contract for the lease of voting machines between Ellis County and City of Palmer. - Bruce Sherbet, Elections Administrator 3.13 Interlocal Cooperation Contract for the lease of voting machines between Ellis County Ferris ISD. - Bruce Sherbet, Elections Administrator 3.14 Interlocal Cooperation Contract for the lease of voting machines between Ellis County and Maypearl ISD. - Bruce Sherbet, Elections Administrator 3.15 Interlocal Cooperation Contract for the lease of voting machines between Ellis County and Palmer ISD. - Bruce Sherbet, Elections Administrator 3.16 Interlocal Cooperation Contract for the lease of voting machines between Ellis County and Red Oak ISD. - Bruce Sherbet, Elections Administrator
Discussion regarding East Texas Medical Center d/b/a East Texas Medical Center Emergency Medical Service withdrawal of services from Ellis County, effective March 1,2015 and discussion regarding assignment of contractual obligation. - Carol Bush, County Judge
The Commissioners Court of Ellis County reserves the right to adjourn into Executive Session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed in this agenda, in the order deemed appropriate, as authorized by Texas Government Code 551, or to seek the advice of its attorney and/or other attorneys representing Ellis County on any matter in which the duty of the attorney to the Commissioners Court under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Texas Government Code Chapter 551 or as otherwise may be permitted under 551. 4.1 Pursuant to Section 551.072 of the Government Code, an executive session is necessary to receive legal advice on the final documents and update on the negotiation of the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of personal and real property located in Ennis, Texas consisting of a Radio Tower owned by Region 10 Educational Service Center located on land owned by Ennis, Texas. 4.2 Pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Government Code, consultation with counsel concerning notice of a potential lawsuit involving Carol Gillespie and land that she owns on W.W. Road in Ellis County, Texas and the installation of a water line in the county right of way. 4.3 Pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Government Code, consultation with counsel concerning Cause No. 90610, William M. Windsor v. Ellis County, Texas; State of Montana, et al. 4.4 Pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Government Code, consultation with counsel concerning contemplated litigation between Ellis County and East Texas Medical Center d/b/a East Texas Medical Center Emergency Medical Service. 4.5 Pursuant to §551.074 of the Government Code, consultation to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of the Purchasing Agent. ADJOURNMENT OF EXECUTIVE SESSION
Approving the contracts and authorizing the County Attorney to finalize the negotiation of the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of personal and real property located in Ennis, Texas consisting of a Radio Tower owned by Region 10 Educational Service Center located on land owned by Ennis, Texas. - Vance Hinds, Assistant County & District Attorney ADJOURNMENT