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 Lane Grayson PUBLIC COMMENT*- Members of the public will have the opportunity to make their comments at the time the agenda item is being addressed.
Administrative: Al Approval of Regular Bills, Payroll, and Officers' Reports A2 Approval of builders risk insurance for Elections Building. Financial: Fl From 001-0010-40659 Insurance Reimbursement $4,958.25 To 001-0010-50824 Collision Repair $4,958.25. -JohnnyBrown, Sheriff F2 From 001-0035-50805 Conference $ 1,000.00 To 001-0035-50703 Telephone $ 1,000.00. - Teral Crawford, Information Technology F3 From 001-0050-50801 Supplies $1,000.00, 001-0050-50803 Furniture/Fixtures $450.00 To 001¬0050-50843 4-H Travel $1,450.00. - Mark Arnold, Extension Office F4 From 001-0360-50601 DA-Travel Reimbursement $3,500.00, 001-0360-50833 DA-Court Reporter $ 1,500.00,001 -0360-50808 DA-Auto Gas $ 1,000.00,001-0360-50805 DA-Conference $3,500.00 To 001-0360-50807 DA-General Misc $3,500.00, 001-0360-50853 DA-Legal Resources $4,000.00,001-0360-50846 DA-Witness Fee $2,000.00. - Patrick Wilson, County & District Attorney F5 From 001-0370-50804 Postage/Box Rent $1,000.00 To 001-0370-50601 Travel Reimbursement $1,000.00. - John Bridges, Tax Assessor/Collector F6 From 005-0703-30302 Fund Balance$45,000.00To005-0703-50911 Gravel $45,000.00.-Paid Perry, Commissioner, Pet. 3 F7 From 004-0652-30301 RB2 Fund Balance Carry Over $25,000.00 To 004-0652-50802 RB2 Purchase of Equipment $25,000.00. - Lane Grayson, Commissioner, Pet. 2 F8 Refund of overpayment to the following account for payment in error: Refund to be issued to: Account Amount Due Corelogic/PennyMac 166320 $2,723.87 Michael and Mary Minter 153000 $6,314.07 Chase Attn: Refund Department 228591 $2,663.60 Shellpoint Mortgage Services 147556 $3,720.37 Simplified Plat: SP1 Morgan Road Place, 1 lot, requested by Saturnio Ramirez, Road and Bridge Pet. 3.
Grant a one-time variance from County of Ellis Rules, Regulations and Specifications for Subdivisions and Manufactured Homes as it relates to the 150' per lot of road frontage requirement at the location of 545 McDaniel Road, Ferris, requested by Lisa Stewart, Road and Bridge Pet. 1.
Replat- Reeves Place, 2 lots, 1460 North Hwy 77, Italy, requested by Amy Reeves, Road and Bridge Pet. 3.
Grant a one-time variance from County of Ellis Rules, Regulations and Specifications for Subdivisions and Manufactured Homes as it relates to the 1000' minimum street spacing of proposed roads at the location of Joe Wilson and Montgomery Roads, Midlothian, requested by JHDMC, LLC, Road and Bridge Pet. 4.
Preliminary plat - Wilson Crossing, 93 lots, located at Joe Wilson and Montgomery Roads, Midlothian, requested by JHDMC, LLC, Road and Bridge Pet. 4.
Grant a one-time variance from County of Ellis Rules, Regulations and Specifications for Subdivisions and Manufactured Homes as it relates to the 150' per lot of road frontage requirement for proposed subdivision Jordan Run III, lot 16, block B, located off of Norrell Road, Midlothian, requested by Steve Donosky, Road and Bridge Pet. 3.
Final plat- 27 lots, Jordan Run Phase III, located off of Norrell Road, requested by Steve Donosky, Road and Bridge Pet. 3.
Accept the infrastructure of Springer Estates including Still Waters Drive, River Bend Court and a portion of Bois D' Arc Lane, JHDMC, LLC, Road and Bridge Pet. 4.
Approval for County Judge to sign the annual inspection agreement from Alpine Power Systems for the four (4) generators located at 109 S. Jackson St., in accordance with the Local Government Code.
Approval for the award of Bid Number RB-2015-005, Ellis County Crushed Limestone Chip Seal Type D, Grade 5, 3/8" Rock, Crushed Limestone Chip Seal Type D, Grade 4, Rock, Crushed Limestone Chip Seal Type D, Grade 3, 5 8"
Approval for the award of Bid Number RB-2015-006, Ellis County Recycled Concrete Flex Base, Type D, Grade 1 and 2, in accordance with the Local Government Code.
Approval for the award of Bid Number RB-2015-007, Ellis County Washed Pea Gravel, Type A, Grade 4 or 5 to TexPress Transport, LLC in accordance with the Local Government Code.
Approval for the award of Bid Number RB-2015-008, Ellis County Pit Run Gravelto Central Sand and Gravel, also known as Mammoth Sand & Gravel in accordance with the Local Government Code.
To authorize the purchase of a 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe from Caldwell Country and associated vehicle emergency equipment in an approximate amount of $38,000.00 for the Office of Emergency Management, in accordance with Local Government Code
Authorization to go out for RFP in collaboration with Waxahachie, Red Oak, and Ennis for ambulance service providers
Introduction of the new Emergency Management Coordinator and Veterans Services Officer. -Carol Bush, County Judge
Proclamation designating April 19- 25, 2015 as Victim's Rights Week. - Carol Bush, County Judge
3.5 The tax resale offer by Nextlots Now, LLC for property located at 607 W. Waco St., Ennis, TX. 3.6 The tax resale offer by Nextlots Now, LLC for property located at 1208 N. Kaufman St., Ennis, TX. 3.7 The tax resale offer by Melissa Drews for property located at 209 Avenue D, Ennis, TX. 3.8 The tax resale offer by Nextlots Now, LLC for property located at 1304 Faulkner Ave., Ennis, TX. 3.9 The tax resale offer by Nextlots Now, LLC for property located at 1011 W. Brown St., Ennis, TX. 3.10 The tax resale offer by Nextlots Now, LLC for property located at S. Hall St., Ennis, TX. 3.11 The tax resale offer by Nextlots Now, LLC for property located at FM 879, Ennis, TX
To approve creation of one position designated as an Assistant Attorney IV at a salary of $72,104 annually. For the 2014-2015 budget, $ 15,000 of the salary will be paid with asset forfeiture funds. - Patrick Wilson, County & District Attorney
To approve overtime payment exception for the Elections Department for election services for the May 9, 2015 General and Special Elections for the following political subdivisions: City of Waxahachie/Waxahachie ISD, City of Midlothian/Midlothian ISD, City of Ennis/Ennis ISD, City of Red Oak, ESD #4. - Bruce Sherbet, Elections Administrator
3.14 Burn Ban Order for Ellis County. - Joe Stewart, Fire Marshal 3.15 Transition update of EMC Fire Marshal's Office and County inspections status. -Joe Stewart, Fire Marshal
Approval of "No Truck Parking" signs on sub-courthouse parking lot for Justice of the Peace, Pet. 2. - Paul Peny, Commissioner, Pet. 2
To enter into a contract with the Department of the Army Corp of Engineers to provide law enforcement services to the Lake Bardwell Project. Chuck Laubach, Ellis Count}' Sheriff's Office
RECESS TO CONVENE TO EXECUTIVE SESSION EXECUTIVE SESSION 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 §551.074 of the Government Code, consultation to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of the Purchasing Agent. 4.2 Pursuant to §551.074 of the Government Code, consultation to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of the Fire Marshal. ADJOURNMENT OF EXECUTIVE SESSION 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 Lane Grayson PUBLIC COMMENT*- Members of the public will have the opportunity to make their comments at the time the agenda item is being addressed.
Administrative: Al Approval of Regular Bills, Payroll, and Officers' Reports A2 Approval of builders risk insurance for Elections Building. Financial: Fl From 001-0010-40659 Insurance Reimbursement $4,958.25 To 001-0010-50824 Collision Repair $4,958.25. -JohnnyBrown, Sheriff F2 From 001-0035-50805 Conference $ 1,000.00 To 001-0035-50703 Telephone $ 1,000.00. - Teral Crawford, Information Technology F3 From 001-0050-50801 Supplies $1,000.00, 001-0050-50803 Furniture/Fixtures $450.00 To 001¬0050-50843 4-H Travel $1,450.00. - Mark Arnold, Extension Office F4 From 001-0360-50601 DA-Travel Reimbursement $3,500.00, 001-0360-50833 DA-Court Reporter $ 1,500.00,001 -0360-50808 DA-Auto Gas $ 1,000.00,001-0360-50805 DA-Conference $3,500.00 To 001-0360-50807 DA-General Misc $3,500.00, 001-0360-50853 DA-Legal Resources $4,000.00,001-0360-50846 DA-Witness Fee $2,000.00. - Patrick Wilson, County & District Attorney F5 From 001-0370-50804 Postage/Box Rent $1,000.00 To 001-0370-50601 Travel Reimbursement $1,000.00. - John Bridges, Tax Assessor/Collector F6 From 005-0703-30302 Fund Balance$45,000.00To005-0703-50911 Gravel $45,000.00.-Paid Perry, Commissioner, Pet. 3 F7 From 004-0652-30301 RB2 Fund Balance Carry Over $25,000.00 To 004-0652-50802 RB2 Purchase of Equipment $25,000.00. - Lane Grayson, Commissioner, Pet. 2 F8 Refund of overpayment to the following account for payment in error: Refund to be issued to: Account Amount Due Corelogic/PennyMac 166320 $2,723.87 Michael and Mary Minter 153000 $6,314.07 Chase Attn: Refund Department 228591 $2,663.60 Shellpoint Mortgage Services 147556 $3,720.37 Simplified Plat: SP1 Morgan Road Place, 1 lot, requested by Saturnio Ramirez, Road and Bridge Pet. 3.
Grant a one-time variance from County of Ellis Rules, Regulations and Specifications for Subdivisions and Manufactured Homes as it relates to the 150' per lot of road frontage requirement at the location of 545 McDaniel Road, Ferris, requested by Lisa Stewart, Road and Bridge Pet. 1.
Replat- Reeves Place, 2 lots, 1460 North Hwy 77, Italy, requested by Amy Reeves, Road and Bridge Pet. 3.
Grant a one-time variance from County of Ellis Rules, Regulations and Specifications for Subdivisions and Manufactured Homes as it relates to the 1000' minimum street spacing of proposed roads at the location of Joe Wilson and Montgomery Roads, Midlothian, requested by JHDMC, LLC, Road and Bridge Pet. 4.
Preliminary plat - Wilson Crossing, 93 lots, located at Joe Wilson and Montgomery Roads, Midlothian, requested by JHDMC, LLC, Road and Bridge Pet. 4.
Grant a one-time variance from County of Ellis Rules, Regulations and Specifications for Subdivisions and Manufactured Homes as it relates to the 150' per lot of road frontage requirement for proposed subdivision Jordan Run III, lot 16, block B, located off of Norrell Road, Midlothian, requested by Steve Donosky, Road and Bridge Pet. 3.
Final plat- 27 lots, Jordan Run Phase III, located off of Norrell Road, requested by Steve Donosky, Road and Bridge Pet. 3.
Accept the infrastructure of Springer Estates including Still Waters Drive, River Bend Court and a portion of Bois D' Arc Lane, JHDMC, LLC, Road and Bridge Pet. 4.
Approval for County Judge to sign the annual inspection agreement from Alpine Power Systems for the four (4) generators located at 109 S. Jackson St., in accordance with the Local Government Code.
Approval for the award of Bid Number RB-2015-005, Ellis County Crushed Limestone Chip Seal Type D, Grade 5, 3/8" Rock, Crushed Limestone Chip Seal Type D, Grade 4, Rock, Crushed Limestone Chip Seal Type D, Grade 3, 5 8"
Approval for the award of Bid Number RB-2015-006, Ellis County Recycled Concrete Flex Base, Type D, Grade 1 and 2, in accordance with the Local Government Code.
Approval for the award of Bid Number RB-2015-007, Ellis County Washed Pea Gravel, Type A, Grade 4 or 5 to TexPress Transport, LLC in accordance with the Local Government Code.
Approval for the award of Bid Number RB-2015-008, Ellis County Pit Run Gravelto Central Sand and Gravel, also known as Mammoth Sand & Gravel in accordance with the Local Government Code.
To authorize the purchase of a 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe from Caldwell Country and associated vehicle emergency equipment in an approximate amount of $38,000.00 for the Office of Emergency Management, in accordance with Local Government Code
Authorization to go out for RFP in collaboration with Waxahachie, Red Oak, and Ennis for ambulance service providers
Introduction of the new Emergency Management Coordinator and Veterans Services Officer. -Carol Bush, County Judge
Proclamation designating April 19- 25, 2015 as Victim's Rights Week. - Carol Bush, County Judge
3.5 The tax resale offer by Nextlots Now, LLC for property located at 607 W. Waco St., Ennis, TX. 3.6 The tax resale offer by Nextlots Now, LLC for property located at 1208 N. Kaufman St., Ennis, TX. 3.7 The tax resale offer by Melissa Drews for property located at 209 Avenue D, Ennis, TX. 3.8 The tax resale offer by Nextlots Now, LLC for property located at 1304 Faulkner Ave., Ennis, TX. 3.9 The tax resale offer by Nextlots Now, LLC for property located at 1011 W. Brown St., Ennis, TX. 3.10 The tax resale offer by Nextlots Now, LLC for property located at S. Hall St., Ennis, TX. 3.11 The tax resale offer by Nextlots Now, LLC for property located at FM 879, Ennis, TX
To approve creation of one position designated as an Assistant Attorney IV at a salary of $72,104 annually. For the 2014-2015 budget, $ 15,000 of the salary will be paid with asset forfeiture funds. - Patrick Wilson, County & District Attorney
To approve overtime payment exception for the Elections Department for election services for the May 9, 2015 General and Special Elections for the following political subdivisions: City of Waxahachie/Waxahachie ISD, City of Midlothian/Midlothian ISD, City of Ennis/Ennis ISD, City of Red Oak, ESD #4. - Bruce Sherbet, Elections Administrator
3.14 Burn Ban Order for Ellis County. - Joe Stewart, Fire Marshal 3.15 Transition update of EMC Fire Marshal's Office and County inspections status. -Joe Stewart, Fire Marshal
Approval of "No Truck Parking" signs on sub-courthouse parking lot for Justice of the Peace, Pet. 2. - Paul Peny, Commissioner, Pet. 2
To enter into a contract with the Department of the Army Corp of Engineers to provide law enforcement services to the Lake Bardwell Project. Chuck Laubach, Ellis Count}' Sheriff's Office
RECESS TO CONVENE TO EXECUTIVE SESSION EXECUTIVE SESSION 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 §551.074 of the Government Code, consultation to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of the Purchasing Agent. 4.2 Pursuant to §551.074 of the Government Code, consultation to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of the Fire Marshal. ADJOURNMENT OF EXECUTIVE SESSION ADJOURNMENT