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.
Consideration and Action: Administrative: Al Approval of Regular Bills, Payroll, and Officers' Reports A2 Accept the resignation of Clay Schoolfield from Emergency Services District (ESD) #6. A3 Order authorizing sale of fireworks for Memorial Day 2017. A4 May 2017 Travel Reports of the Texas AgriLife Extension Office -Mark Arnold, Agriculture -Rita Hodges, Family & Consumer Science -Megan Parr, 4H A5 To accept Lexis Nexis agreement originally approved April 11,2017. Financial: Fl From 001-0430-50801 Supplies $1,000.00 To 001-0430-50815 Uniform Expense $1,000.00. -Stephanie Parker, Emergency Management Coordinator F2 From 010-0653-50807 FM2 General Expenses $5,000.00 To 010-0653-50868 FM2 Contract Labor $5,000.00. -Lane Grayson, Commissioner, Pet 2 F3 From 012-0755-40008 FM4/Interlocal $55,000.00 To 012-0755-50802 FM4/Purchase of Equipment $55,000.00. -KyleButler, Commissioner, Pet. 4 F4 From 001-0060-50801 Supplies $1,700.00 To 001-0060-50703 Telephone $1,700.00. -Alberto Mares, Director of Department of Development F5 From 001-0370-50804 Postage $614.22 To 001-0370-50805 Conference $125.00; 001-0370-50802 Equipment $239.22; 001-0370-50806 Bonds/Dues $250.00. -John Bridges, Tax Assessor/Collector F6 From 001-0210-50942 Election Expenses $1,500.00; 001-0210-50873 Main/RPS Recount $1,000.00; 001-0210-50848 Holding Salary $600.00; 001-0210-50823 Legal Notices $500.00; 001-0210-50804 Postage $1,000.00; 001-0210-40964 Contracting Elections $1,500.00 To 001-0210-50703 Telephone $2,400.00; 001-0210-50805 Conference $350.00; 001-0210-50800 Chapter 19 $850.00; 001-0210-50855 Voting Equipment $2,500.00. -Jam Onyon, Elections Administrator F7 From 001-0360-50802 DA-Equipment $500.00; 001-0360-50819 DA-Computer $ 1,000.00; 001-0360-50888 DA-Computer Services $3,000.00 To 001-0360-50801 DA-Supplies $2,000.00; 001-0360-50846 DA-Witness Fee $2,500.00. - Patrick Wilson, County & District Attorney F8 From 001-0210-40719 Chapter 19 Funding $3,034.00 To 001-0210-50800 Chapter 19 $3,034.00. -Jana Onyon, Elections Administrator F9 From 001-0010-50819 Computer $2,500.00 To 001-0010-50865 Pre-employment Screening $2,500.00. - Chuck Edge, Sheriff F10 From 001-0015-50807 General Misc. $2,500.00 To 001-0015-50865 Pre-employment Screening $2,500.00. - Chuck Edge, Sheriff Fll From 001-0320-50805 Conference $ 1,500.00 To 001-0320-50601 Travel $ 1,500.00. - Cindy Polley, County Clerk Simplified Plat: SP 1 Consider and act upon a request to approve a simplified plat of Payton's Place. The property contains ± 4.891 acres of land in the Evan R. Balch Survey, Abstract No. 89 located on the southeast corner of Broadhead Road and Spring Grove Drive, in the extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) of the City of Waxahachie, Road & Bridge Precinct No. 1. SP2 Consider and act upon a request to approve a simplified plat of Telico Prairie Estates. The property contains ± 4.7 acres of land in the A. de la Garza Survey, Abstract No. 2 located south of State Highway 34 on Kirkpatrick Road, in the extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) of the City of Ennis, Road & Bridge Precinct No. 2.
Consider and act upon a replat of Lots 1-6 of Jane's Acres. The property contains ± 10.543 acres of land located at the northwest corner of Old Maypearl Road and Alysa Lane, Maypearl, Road & Bridge Precinct No. 3.
Consider and act upon a request to approve a preliminary plat of Sneed's Place Development. The property contains ± 54.35 acres of land in the Joseph Stewart Survey, Abstract No. 961 located north of the intersection of Elk Trail and Squirrel Road, in the extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) of the City of Grand Prairie, Road & Bridge Precinct No. 4.
Consider and act upon a request to release Maintenance Bond No. 0661659 issued from International Fidelity Insurance Company, in the amount of three hundred five thousand four hundred eighty-one dollars & 60/100 ($305,481.60) and accept the roads, drainage, and infrastructure for Springer Estates, including Still Waters Dr., Still Waters Ct, River Bend Ct, and a portion of Bois d' Arc Trail. The property contains 32 lots on ± 45.093 acres of land located in extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) of the City of Midlothian, Road & Bridge Precinct No. 4.
To accept the interlocal agreement from City of Rockwall to utilize the contract of Ellis County as a cooperative agency.
To accept the interlocal agreement from City of Lucas to utilize the contract of Ellis County as a cooperative agency.
To surplus 2005 Ford Explorer, VIN 1FMZU72K15ZA52044, to be disposed of according to the Local Government Code 263.
Approval to purchase 75 gallons of EarthLok product in the amount of $6,000.00 in order to complete a one mile test sample for Road and Bridge Precinct 3. County will not be purchasing any further gallons until product has gone through the bid process or approved sole source product and approved by Commissioners Court.
3.5 To authorize the termination of the contract entered on December 1, 2013 with Scott Kurth concerning the review of blood warrant affidavits and possible issuance of search warrants for the collection of a blood specimen from persons arrested for an intoxication offense and refusing to submit to a breath or blood alcohol test. The contract was approved by Commissioners Court on November 25, 2013 and entered into the minutes of this court pursuant to Minute Order 400.13. 3.7 To authorize the termination of the contract entered on December 1,2013 with Bill Scott concerning the review of blood warrant affidavits and possible issuance of search warrants for the collection of blood specimen from persons arrested for an intoxication offense and refusing to submit to a breath or blood alcohol test. The contract was approved by Commissioners Court on November 25,2013 and entered into the minutes of this court pursuant to Minute Order 401.13.
3.6 To enter into a new contract with Scott Kurth concerning the review of blood warrant affidavits and possible issuance of search warrants for the collection of a blood specimen from persons arrested for an intoxication offense and refusing to submit to a breath or blood alcohol test involving peace officers from the Ellis County Sheriff's Office and the Texas Department of Public Safety. 3.8 To enter into a new contract with Bill Scott concerning the review of blood warrant affidavits and possible issuance of search warrants for the collection of blood specimen from persons arrested for an intoxication offense and refusing to submit to a breath or blood alcohol test involving peace officers from the Ellis County Sheriffs Office and the Texas Department of Public Safety.
Authorize the County Judge to enter into a contract with Painless Television for use of the courtroom in the historic courthouse.
To authorize the County Judge to enter into future contracts for the use of the historic courthouse for television/film production purposes.
To authorize the cancellation of an interlocal agreement with the City of Maypearl for TLETS communication. This agreement was approved in Commissioners Court on April 14,2014, minute order 201.14. - Chuck Edge, Sheriff
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 §551.071 of the Government Code, consultation with counsel concerning a pending offer from ONEOK. Permian NGL Operating Company, LLC to settle any and all claims of any nature whatsoever for damages caused by or arising out of the install, construction, or maintenance of ILI Dig WD-16-F6 on and across the premises described as A-958 GW Sevier Survey, Ellis County, Texas. 4.2 Pursuant to §551.071 of the Government Code, consultation with counsel concerning lawsuit Cause No. 93563, Webster v. Bates, 40th District Court of Ellis County. 4.3 Pursuant to §551.071 of the Government Code, consultation with counsel concerning a claim involving Marlena Pendley and property damage to her vehicle caused by Rick Davis, an employee operating a vehicle owned by the county in the course and scope of his employment with the county. 4.4 Pursuant to §551.074 of the Government Code, consultation regarding personnel matters. ADJOURNMENT OF EXECUTIVE SESSION
3.3 To authorize the cancellation of an interlocal agreement with the City of Maypearl for TLETS communication. This agreement was approved in Commissioners Court on April 14,2014, minute order 201.14. - Chuck Edge, Sheriff 3.4 To approve upgrading dispatch console position #6 to full functioning capability at a cost of $14,454.22. - Chuck Edge, Sheriff
To approve the addition of one (1) full time civilian Property Room/Evidence Technician position to the Sheriffs Office staffing. Additionally, one (1) temporary position of the same title to assist in the audit and backlog of the property room. - Chuck Edge, Sheriff
3.12 Authorizing the County Attorney to accept the offer of $500.00 on behalf of Ellis County as settlement of any and all claims of any nature whatsoever for damages caused by or arising out of the install, construction, or maintenance of ILI Dig WD-16-F6 on and across the premises described as A-958 GW Sevier Survey, Ellis County, Texas by ONEOK Permian NGL Operating Company, LLC. 3.13 Authorizing the County Judge to execute Damage Settlement release form from ONEOK Permian NGL Operating Company, LLC settling any and all claims of any nature whatsoever for damages caused by or arising out of the install, construction, or maintenance of ILI Dig WD-16-F6 on and across the premises described as A-958 GW Sevier Survey, Ellis County, Texas by ONEOK Permian NGL Operating Company, LLC.
Approval of litigation expenses authorized by the Court concerning the lawsuit Cause No. 93563, Webster v. Bates, 40th District Court of Ellis County.
Authorizing the County Attorney to offer and settle a claim on behalf of Ellis County involving Marlena Pendley and property damage to her vehicle caused by Rick Davis, an employee operating a vehicle owned by the county in the course and scope of his employment with the county. 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.
Consideration and Action: Administrative: Al Approval of Regular Bills, Payroll, and Officers' Reports A2 Accept the resignation of Clay Schoolfield from Emergency Services District (ESD) #6. A3 Order authorizing sale of fireworks for Memorial Day 2017. A4 May 2017 Travel Reports of the Texas AgriLife Extension Office -Mark Arnold, Agriculture -Rita Hodges, Family & Consumer Science -Megan Parr, 4H A5 To accept Lexis Nexis agreement originally approved April 11,2017. Financial: Fl From 001-0430-50801 Supplies $1,000.00 To 001-0430-50815 Uniform Expense $1,000.00. -Stephanie Parker, Emergency Management Coordinator F2 From 010-0653-50807 FM2 General Expenses $5,000.00 To 010-0653-50868 FM2 Contract Labor $5,000.00. -Lane Grayson, Commissioner, Pet 2 F3 From 012-0755-40008 FM4/Interlocal $55,000.00 To 012-0755-50802 FM4/Purchase of Equipment $55,000.00. -KyleButler, Commissioner, Pet. 4 F4 From 001-0060-50801 Supplies $1,700.00 To 001-0060-50703 Telephone $1,700.00. -Alberto Mares, Director of Department of Development F5 From 001-0370-50804 Postage $614.22 To 001-0370-50805 Conference $125.00; 001-0370-50802 Equipment $239.22; 001-0370-50806 Bonds/Dues $250.00. -John Bridges, Tax Assessor/Collector F6 From 001-0210-50942 Election Expenses $1,500.00; 001-0210-50873 Main/RPS Recount $1,000.00; 001-0210-50848 Holding Salary $600.00; 001-0210-50823 Legal Notices $500.00; 001-0210-50804 Postage $1,000.00; 001-0210-40964 Contracting Elections $1,500.00 To 001-0210-50703 Telephone $2,400.00; 001-0210-50805 Conference $350.00; 001-0210-50800 Chapter 19 $850.00; 001-0210-50855 Voting Equipment $2,500.00. -Jam Onyon, Elections Administrator F7 From 001-0360-50802 DA-Equipment $500.00; 001-0360-50819 DA-Computer $ 1,000.00; 001-0360-50888 DA-Computer Services $3,000.00 To 001-0360-50801 DA-Supplies $2,000.00; 001-0360-50846 DA-Witness Fee $2,500.00. - Patrick Wilson, County & District Attorney F8 From 001-0210-40719 Chapter 19 Funding $3,034.00 To 001-0210-50800 Chapter 19 $3,034.00. -Jana Onyon, Elections Administrator F9 From 001-0010-50819 Computer $2,500.00 To 001-0010-50865 Pre-employment Screening $2,500.00. - Chuck Edge, Sheriff F10 From 001-0015-50807 General Misc. $2,500.00 To 001-0015-50865 Pre-employment Screening $2,500.00. - Chuck Edge, Sheriff Fll From 001-0320-50805 Conference $ 1,500.00 To 001-0320-50601 Travel $ 1,500.00. - Cindy Polley, County Clerk Simplified Plat: SP 1 Consider and act upon a request to approve a simplified plat of Payton's Place. The property contains ± 4.891 acres of land in the Evan R. Balch Survey, Abstract No. 89 located on the southeast corner of Broadhead Road and Spring Grove Drive, in the extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) of the City of Waxahachie, Road & Bridge Precinct No. 1. SP2 Consider and act upon a request to approve a simplified plat of Telico Prairie Estates. The property contains ± 4.7 acres of land in the A. de la Garza Survey, Abstract No. 2 located south of State Highway 34 on Kirkpatrick Road, in the extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) of the City of Ennis, Road & Bridge Precinct No. 2.
Consider and act upon a replat of Lots 1-6 of Jane's Acres. The property contains ± 10.543 acres of land located at the northwest corner of Old Maypearl Road and Alysa Lane, Maypearl, Road & Bridge Precinct No. 3.
Consider and act upon a request to approve a preliminary plat of Sneed's Place Development. The property contains ± 54.35 acres of land in the Joseph Stewart Survey, Abstract No. 961 located north of the intersection of Elk Trail and Squirrel Road, in the extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) of the City of Grand Prairie, Road & Bridge Precinct No. 4.
Consider and act upon a request to release Maintenance Bond No. 0661659 issued from International Fidelity Insurance Company, in the amount of three hundred five thousand four hundred eighty-one dollars & 60/100 ($305,481.60) and accept the roads, drainage, and infrastructure for Springer Estates, including Still Waters Dr., Still Waters Ct, River Bend Ct, and a portion of Bois d' Arc Trail. The property contains 32 lots on ± 45.093 acres of land located in extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) of the City of Midlothian, Road & Bridge Precinct No. 4.
To accept the interlocal agreement from City of Rockwall to utilize the contract of Ellis County as a cooperative agency.
To accept the interlocal agreement from City of Lucas to utilize the contract of Ellis County as a cooperative agency.
To surplus 2005 Ford Explorer, VIN 1FMZU72K15ZA52044, to be disposed of according to the Local Government Code 263.
Approval to purchase 75 gallons of EarthLok product in the amount of $6,000.00 in order to complete a one mile test sample for Road and Bridge Precinct 3. County will not be purchasing any further gallons until product has gone through the bid process or approved sole source product and approved by Commissioners Court.
3.5 To authorize the termination of the contract entered on December 1, 2013 with Scott Kurth concerning the review of blood warrant affidavits and possible issuance of search warrants for the collection of a blood specimen from persons arrested for an intoxication offense and refusing to submit to a breath or blood alcohol test. The contract was approved by Commissioners Court on November 25, 2013 and entered into the minutes of this court pursuant to Minute Order 400.13. 3.7 To authorize the termination of the contract entered on December 1,2013 with Bill Scott concerning the review of blood warrant affidavits and possible issuance of search warrants for the collection of blood specimen from persons arrested for an intoxication offense and refusing to submit to a breath or blood alcohol test. The contract was approved by Commissioners Court on November 25,2013 and entered into the minutes of this court pursuant to Minute Order 401.13.
3.6 To enter into a new contract with Scott Kurth concerning the review of blood warrant affidavits and possible issuance of search warrants for the collection of a blood specimen from persons arrested for an intoxication offense and refusing to submit to a breath or blood alcohol test involving peace officers from the Ellis County Sheriff's Office and the Texas Department of Public Safety. 3.8 To enter into a new contract with Bill Scott concerning the review of blood warrant affidavits and possible issuance of search warrants for the collection of blood specimen from persons arrested for an intoxication offense and refusing to submit to a breath or blood alcohol test involving peace officers from the Ellis County Sheriffs Office and the Texas Department of Public Safety.
Authorize the County Judge to enter into a contract with Painless Television for use of the courtroom in the historic courthouse.
To authorize the County Judge to enter into future contracts for the use of the historic courthouse for television/film production purposes.
To authorize the cancellation of an interlocal agreement with the City of Maypearl for TLETS communication. This agreement was approved in Commissioners Court on April 14,2014, minute order 201.14. - Chuck Edge, Sheriff
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 §551.071 of the Government Code, consultation with counsel concerning a pending offer from ONEOK. Permian NGL Operating Company, LLC to settle any and all claims of any nature whatsoever for damages caused by or arising out of the install, construction, or maintenance of ILI Dig WD-16-F6 on and across the premises described as A-958 GW Sevier Survey, Ellis County, Texas. 4.2 Pursuant to §551.071 of the Government Code, consultation with counsel concerning lawsuit Cause No. 93563, Webster v. Bates, 40th District Court of Ellis County. 4.3 Pursuant to §551.071 of the Government Code, consultation with counsel concerning a claim involving Marlena Pendley and property damage to her vehicle caused by Rick Davis, an employee operating a vehicle owned by the county in the course and scope of his employment with the county. 4.4 Pursuant to §551.074 of the Government Code, consultation regarding personnel matters. ADJOURNMENT OF EXECUTIVE SESSION
3.3 To authorize the cancellation of an interlocal agreement with the City of Maypearl for TLETS communication. This agreement was approved in Commissioners Court on April 14,2014, minute order 201.14. - Chuck Edge, Sheriff 3.4 To approve upgrading dispatch console position #6 to full functioning capability at a cost of $14,454.22. - Chuck Edge, Sheriff
To approve the addition of one (1) full time civilian Property Room/Evidence Technician position to the Sheriffs Office staffing. Additionally, one (1) temporary position of the same title to assist in the audit and backlog of the property room. - Chuck Edge, Sheriff
3.12 Authorizing the County Attorney to accept the offer of $500.00 on behalf of Ellis County as settlement of any and all claims of any nature whatsoever for damages caused by or arising out of the install, construction, or maintenance of ILI Dig WD-16-F6 on and across the premises described as A-958 GW Sevier Survey, Ellis County, Texas by ONEOK Permian NGL Operating Company, LLC. 3.13 Authorizing the County Judge to execute Damage Settlement release form from ONEOK Permian NGL Operating Company, LLC settling any and all claims of any nature whatsoever for damages caused by or arising out of the install, construction, or maintenance of ILI Dig WD-16-F6 on and across the premises described as A-958 GW Sevier Survey, Ellis County, Texas by ONEOK Permian NGL Operating Company, LLC.
Approval of litigation expenses authorized by the Court concerning the lawsuit Cause No. 93563, Webster v. Bates, 40th District Court of Ellis County.
Authorizing the County Attorney to offer and settle a claim on behalf of Ellis County involving Marlena Pendley and property damage to her vehicle caused by Rick Davis, an employee operating a vehicle owned by the county in the course and scope of his employment with the county. ADJOURNMENT