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 Paul Perry
CONSENT AGENDA - Consideration and Action: Administrative: Al. Approval of Regular Bills, Payroll, and Officers' Reports A2. Approval of the Statement of Elected/Appointed Official and Oath of Office for the following Emergency Service District Board Members: ESD#1 - Andy Mulvaney - Gary Harris - James Morrison ESD#2 - Monica (Bonney) Arroyo - Gary Ratliff ESD#3 - Vicente Guerrero - Larry Norcoss - Richard Dabney A3. Proclamation recognizing March 15-21,2015 as Poison Prevention Week in Ellis County. A4. Approval of Approval of the Official Minutes for January 12,2015, January 26,2015 February 9, 2015, & February 24, 2015. - Cindy Polley, County Clerk Financial F1. From 047-0947-30302 Fund Balance $896.30 To 047-0947-50802 Equipment $896.30. - Chuck Laubach, Ellis County Sheriffs Office F2. From 005-0703-30302 Fund Balance $45,000.00 To 005-0703-50911 Gravel $45,000.00.-Paul Perry, Commissioner, Pet. 3 F3. From 001-0612-40096 State LEOSE Payment $785.39 To 001-0612-50820LEOSE Training $785.39 $785.39. - Terry Nay, Constable, Pet. 2 F54. From 001-0330-40096 State LEO Payment $12,839.67 To 001-0010-50820 LEOSE Training $12,839.67. -JohnnyBrown, Sheriff F5. Approve refund of overpayment to the following account for payment in error: Refund to be issued to: Account Amount Due Angelo Dragija 154850 $2,443.55 Corelogic Commercial Tax Service 202129 $3,428.86 Wells Fargo Real Estate Tax Services, LLC 203201 $4,949.25 Wells Fargo Real Estate Tax Services, LLC 222134 $11,053.71 Justin Shaw 233668 $4,721.41 Waste Management, Inc. 243186 $68,737.45 Melissa Ortiz 231599 $3,388.53 Simplified Plat: SP1. Farmer's Acre, 1 lot, 4225 Lakeview Drive, Ennis, Jo Ann Farmer, Pet. 2.
Replat- Maypearl Hidden Hills, Lot 22,144 Sullivan Way, Waxahachie, Richard DuBose, Pet. 3.
Replat - Cockerham Estates, Lots 5,6,7&8,756 Arrowhead Road, Waxahachie, Brett Hess, Pet. 3.
Preliminary Plat- Taylor Ridge, Phase 3,17 lots, Oak Vista Road, Waxahachie, Ivan Brigman, Pet. 3.
Preliminary Plat- Pioneer Point, 150 lots, FM 66 & Richard Road, Waxahachie, Kars Tamminga, Pet. 3.
Grant a one-time variance from County of Ellis Rules, Regulations and Specifications of Subdivisions and Manufactured as it relates to the fire hydrant requirement to replat Reeves Place, lot 1, 1460 Hwy 77, Italy, Rory Reeves, Pet. 3.
Take necessary action to reject all responses on the following bids submitted to Ellis County Purchasing: RB-2015-001-Annual Contract for Crushed Limestone Chip Seal, Type D, Grades 3,4, and 5, RB-2015-003- Recycled Concrete Flex Base, TypeD, Grade 1 or 2 and RB-2015-004 Washed Pea Gravel, Type A, Grade 4 and 5 in accordance with the Local Government Code.
To approve the disbursement of S1500 from contingency, to be held by the County Treasurer's Office initially, to be further distributed to other County offices to allow them to pay for exempt vehicle registrations in an efficient method due to the new requirements of the Two Steps One Sticker Program adopted by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.
To declare the following item as surplus and to be disposed of in accordance with the Local Government Code 263 - Morbark E-Z Beever Wood Chipper, Model 17 S/N #2214, from Road and Bridge Precinct 4.
To accept insurance claim settlement check in the amount of $3,236.13 for damages sustain to Ellis County Sheriffs Office estray barn.
To renew Bid RB-2013-006 Emulsified Asphalt with Ergon Asphalts and Heartland Asphalt Materials for a one (1) year renewal period, from March 15, 2015 to March 31, 2016.
The purchase of a 2012 Ford F250 Truck in the amount $22,995.00 from Comfleet Auto Sales for Road and Bridge Precinct 2, in accordance with Local Government Code.
To purchase office furnishings from a participating vendor in approved co-op or Texas State contract for the Courts and Administration Building Finish Out and Elections Building upon completion.
To take necessary action to reject the only bid submitted for the 2013 TxCDBG grant project #713159 for water improvements for South Ellis County Water Supply Corporation from Lyness Construction, in accordance with Local Government Code.
To award TxCDBG Project 713159 - Lee Road Plant Improvements to J&K Excavation, LLC in accordance of the Local Government Code.
To award TxCSBG Project 713159 - Lee Road 6" Water Line to Circle H Construction, LP in accordance of the Local Government Code.
3.1 - Presentation of Better Living for Texas Regional Award to Arlene Hamilton, Ellis County Master Wellness Volunteer made by Annie Tinsley, East Regional Manager of Better Living for Texans. -Mark Arnold, Extension Office 3.2 - Burn Ban Order for Ellis County. - Joe Stewart, Fire Marshal/EMC
To authorize the County Judge to execute any document necessary to approve the bond or refinance of bonds, with respect to the Tarrant County Cultural Education Facilities Finance Corporation Hospital Revenue Bonds (Baylor Scott & White Health Project) Series 2015. Such approval is not to be construed as any representation or warranty by the County, nor to create any performance obligation on the part of the County.
To accept a $ 15,000 payment for reinforcement of Miller Road Bridge in Precinct 4 from Tarrant Regional Water District. - Kyle Butler, Commissioner, Pet. 4
Interlocal Agreement between Ellis County and City of Waxahachie regarding use of gun range. -Carol Bush, Ellis County Judge
Consideration and approval to accept a donation of two ballistic K-9 vests. -ChuckLaubach, Ellis County Sheriff's Office
To authorize a Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Ovilla regarding the Ovilla Water Tower. - ChuckLaubach, Ellis County Sheriff's Office
Approve an Interlocal Agreement between Ellis County and the City of Waxahachie to allow the City to place equipment on the County's radio tower, improving interoperability and public communications Adjournment
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 Paul Perry
CONSENT AGENDA - Consideration and Action: Administrative: Al. Approval of Regular Bills, Payroll, and Officers' Reports A2. Approval of the Statement of Elected/Appointed Official and Oath of Office for the following Emergency Service District Board Members: ESD#1 - Andy Mulvaney - Gary Harris - James Morrison ESD#2 - Monica (Bonney) Arroyo - Gary Ratliff ESD#3 - Vicente Guerrero - Larry Norcoss - Richard Dabney A3. Proclamation recognizing March 15-21,2015 as Poison Prevention Week in Ellis County. A4. Approval of Approval of the Official Minutes for January 12,2015, January 26,2015 February 9, 2015, & February 24, 2015. - Cindy Polley, County Clerk Financial F1. From 047-0947-30302 Fund Balance $896.30 To 047-0947-50802 Equipment $896.30. - Chuck Laubach, Ellis County Sheriffs Office F2. From 005-0703-30302 Fund Balance $45,000.00 To 005-0703-50911 Gravel $45,000.00.-Paul Perry, Commissioner, Pet. 3 F3. From 001-0612-40096 State LEOSE Payment $785.39 To 001-0612-50820LEOSE Training $785.39 $785.39. - Terry Nay, Constable, Pet. 2 F54. From 001-0330-40096 State LEO Payment $12,839.67 To 001-0010-50820 LEOSE Training $12,839.67. -JohnnyBrown, Sheriff F5. Approve refund of overpayment to the following account for payment in error: Refund to be issued to: Account Amount Due Angelo Dragija 154850 $2,443.55 Corelogic Commercial Tax Service 202129 $3,428.86 Wells Fargo Real Estate Tax Services, LLC 203201 $4,949.25 Wells Fargo Real Estate Tax Services, LLC 222134 $11,053.71 Justin Shaw 233668 $4,721.41 Waste Management, Inc. 243186 $68,737.45 Melissa Ortiz 231599 $3,388.53 Simplified Plat: SP1. Farmer's Acre, 1 lot, 4225 Lakeview Drive, Ennis, Jo Ann Farmer, Pet. 2.
Replat- Maypearl Hidden Hills, Lot 22,144 Sullivan Way, Waxahachie, Richard DuBose, Pet. 3.
Replat - Cockerham Estates, Lots 5,6,7&8,756 Arrowhead Road, Waxahachie, Brett Hess, Pet. 3.
Preliminary Plat- Taylor Ridge, Phase 3,17 lots, Oak Vista Road, Waxahachie, Ivan Brigman, Pet. 3.
Preliminary Plat- Pioneer Point, 150 lots, FM 66 & Richard Road, Waxahachie, Kars Tamminga, Pet. 3.
Grant a one-time variance from County of Ellis Rules, Regulations and Specifications of Subdivisions and Manufactured as it relates to the fire hydrant requirement to replat Reeves Place, lot 1, 1460 Hwy 77, Italy, Rory Reeves, Pet. 3.
Take necessary action to reject all responses on the following bids submitted to Ellis County Purchasing: RB-2015-001-Annual Contract for Crushed Limestone Chip Seal, Type D, Grades 3,4, and 5, RB-2015-003- Recycled Concrete Flex Base, TypeD, Grade 1 or 2 and RB-2015-004 Washed Pea Gravel, Type A, Grade 4 and 5 in accordance with the Local Government Code.
To approve the disbursement of S1500 from contingency, to be held by the County Treasurer's Office initially, to be further distributed to other County offices to allow them to pay for exempt vehicle registrations in an efficient method due to the new requirements of the Two Steps One Sticker Program adopted by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.
To declare the following item as surplus and to be disposed of in accordance with the Local Government Code 263 - Morbark E-Z Beever Wood Chipper, Model 17 S/N #2214, from Road and Bridge Precinct 4.
To accept insurance claim settlement check in the amount of $3,236.13 for damages sustain to Ellis County Sheriffs Office estray barn.
To renew Bid RB-2013-006 Emulsified Asphalt with Ergon Asphalts and Heartland Asphalt Materials for a one (1) year renewal period, from March 15, 2015 to March 31, 2016.
The purchase of a 2012 Ford F250 Truck in the amount $22,995.00 from Comfleet Auto Sales for Road and Bridge Precinct 2, in accordance with Local Government Code.
To purchase office furnishings from a participating vendor in approved co-op or Texas State contract for the Courts and Administration Building Finish Out and Elections Building upon completion.
To take necessary action to reject the only bid submitted for the 2013 TxCDBG grant project #713159 for water improvements for South Ellis County Water Supply Corporation from Lyness Construction, in accordance with Local Government Code.
To award TxCDBG Project 713159 - Lee Road Plant Improvements to J&K Excavation, LLC in accordance of the Local Government Code.
To award TxCSBG Project 713159 - Lee Road 6" Water Line to Circle H Construction, LP in accordance of the Local Government Code.
3.1 - Presentation of Better Living for Texas Regional Award to Arlene Hamilton, Ellis County Master Wellness Volunteer made by Annie Tinsley, East Regional Manager of Better Living for Texans. -Mark Arnold, Extension Office 3.2 - Burn Ban Order for Ellis County. - Joe Stewart, Fire Marshal/EMC
To authorize the County Judge to execute any document necessary to approve the bond or refinance of bonds, with respect to the Tarrant County Cultural Education Facilities Finance Corporation Hospital Revenue Bonds (Baylor Scott & White Health Project) Series 2015. Such approval is not to be construed as any representation or warranty by the County, nor to create any performance obligation on the part of the County.
To accept a $ 15,000 payment for reinforcement of Miller Road Bridge in Precinct 4 from Tarrant Regional Water District. - Kyle Butler, Commissioner, Pet. 4
Interlocal Agreement between Ellis County and City of Waxahachie regarding use of gun range. -Carol Bush, Ellis County Judge
Consideration and approval to accept a donation of two ballistic K-9 vests. -ChuckLaubach, Ellis County Sheriff's Office
To authorize a Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Ovilla regarding the Ovilla Water Tower. - ChuckLaubach, Ellis County Sheriff's Office
Approve an Interlocal Agreement between Ellis County and the City of Waxahachie to allow the City to place equipment on the County's radio tower, improving interoperability and public communications Adjournment