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 Randy Stinson
Administrative: Al Approval of Regular Bills, Payroll, and Officers' Reports A2 3rd Quarter 2018 Ellis County Investment Report. - Cheryl Chambers, Treasurer A3 Approval of Ellis County Child Welfare Board aka Ellis County Child Protective Services Board funding request. A4 Approval of Ellis County Historical Commission funding request. Financial: Fl From 010-0653-50911 FM2 Gravel $3,000.00 To 010-0653-50802 FM2 Equipment $3,000.00. - Lane Grayson, Commissioner, Pet. 2 F2 From 001-0450-50802 Equipment $400.00 To 001-0450-50808 Auto Gas $400.00. - Tim Birdxvell, Fire Marshal F3 From 005-0703-30302 Fund Balance $75,000.00 To 005-0703-50802 Purchase Equipment $75,000.00. -PaulPerry, Commissioner, Pet. 3 F4 From 011-0704-30302 Fund Balance $ 150,000.00 To 011-0704-50558 Contingencies Reserve $150,000.00. -PaulPerry, Commissioner, Pet. 3 F5 From 001-0430-50689 GIS Software $2,470.00 To 001-0430-50868 Contract Services $2,470.00. — Emergency Services F6 From 011-0704-50807 General Expense $4,000.00 To 011-0704-50908 Lumber $4,000.00. -Paul Perry, Commissioner, Pet. 3
Approval to sign lease agreement for Xerox upgrade for the 40,h District Court. New lease price will be $179.59.
Approval to declare the listed vehicles as surplus, to be disposed of in accordance with Local Government Code 263: 2004 EZ Go Golf Cart TEX400094E 2003 Ford E-350 Van 1FBNE31L83HB86088 2007 Dodge 1500 Truck 1D7HA18K77J519522 2008 Ford Crown Victoria 2FAFP71V08X103849 2002 Ford Crown Victoria 2FAFP71W92X154668 2002 Ford Crown Victoria 2FAFP71W02X154669 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 1GCEC19V23Z281445 2008 Ford Crown Victoria 2FAFP71V98X103851 Marlow Water Pump D22705 Dump Truck Spreader
Discussion and possible action regarding insurance coverage and responsibility for seizure vehicles.
Discussion regarding the realignment of Bryson Lane in Road and Bridge Precinct 4 and authorization to move forward with property survey.
Discussion and direction from the Court regarding vehicle purchases for the 2018-2019 budget year.
Information regarding a sanitary sewer easement at the Ellis County Farm for the City of Waxahachie. - Ted Kantor, County Engineer
Approval to mutually terminate Interlocal Agreement with the City of Alma for enforcement of Ellis County Fire Code. - Tim Birdwell, Fire Marshal
Accept donation in the amount of $250.00 from Waxahachie Junior Service League to Veterans Services Department. - Ellsworth Hiding, Veterans Service Officer
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 regarding personnel matters. 4.2 Pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Government Code, consultation with counsel regarding pending or contemplated litigation. 4.3 Pursuant to § 551.072 of the Government Code, consultation with counsel regarding the possible sale or lease of real property if deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in negotiations with a third person. ADJOURNMENT OF EXECUTIVE SESSION
Renewal of the Amended Rules of Procedure and Decorum for Commissioners Court Meetings and update of the County Organizational Chart and Commissioners Court Duties.
Update and quote for work on the Milford Water Tower to support the mounting of the microwave dish for the radio repair. - Chuck Edge, Sheriff
Interlocal Cooperation Contract and Agreement for detention services between the County of Ellis and the City of Italy for Class C misdemeanor offenses only. - Chuck Edge, Sheriff
Consider & act upon a replat of Spanish Grant, Phase 2, Lot 16, Block 5. The property contains a total of ± 3.292 acres of land in the William Ferrell Survey, Abstract No. 349 located at the northeast comer of Hidalgo Road and North Oak Branch Road, in the extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) of the City of Waxahachie, Road & Bridge Precinct No. 3.
Consider and act upon abandonment and vacation of a portion of an alleyway located between Lots 6-9 and 23-27, Block 17, Skyline Acres. The area contains ±0.15 acres (± 6,300 square feet) of land located between Cecilia Avenue and Breezy Hills Street ± 400 feet north of Skyline Drive, in the extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) of the City of Midlothian, Road & Bridge Precinct No. 4.
Consider and act upon a request to grant a one-time variances from Section VIII (A) (Residential Lots) of the County of Ellis Rules, Regulations and Specifications for Subdivisions and Manufactured Homes and Section 10-F (Amendments) of Ellis County Order 182.11 (Septic Order) to allow three (3) proposed lots from meeting the road frontage requirements for platting and lot size requirements to connect to an on-site sewage facility. The property contains ±2.233 acres of land located between Cecilia Avenue and Breezy Hills Street ± 400 feet north of Skyline Drive, in the extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) of the City of Midlothian, Road & Bridge Precinct No. 4.
Consider and act on a request for a final plat of Greystone Estates, Lot 14. The property contains ± 10.997 acres of land in the Abraham Snider Survey, Abstract No. 981 located on the east side of Singleton Road ± 1,200 feet north of Campbell Road, Maypearl, Road & Bridge Precinct No. 3.
Discussion and direction from the Court regarding vehicle purchases for the 2018-2019 budget year. 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 Randy Stinson
Administrative: Al Approval of Regular Bills, Payroll, and Officers' Reports A2 3rd Quarter 2018 Ellis County Investment Report. - Cheryl Chambers, Treasurer A3 Approval of Ellis County Child Welfare Board aka Ellis County Child Protective Services Board funding request. A4 Approval of Ellis County Historical Commission funding request. Financial: Fl From 010-0653-50911 FM2 Gravel $3,000.00 To 010-0653-50802 FM2 Equipment $3,000.00. - Lane Grayson, Commissioner, Pet. 2 F2 From 001-0450-50802 Equipment $400.00 To 001-0450-50808 Auto Gas $400.00. - Tim Birdxvell, Fire Marshal F3 From 005-0703-30302 Fund Balance $75,000.00 To 005-0703-50802 Purchase Equipment $75,000.00. -PaulPerry, Commissioner, Pet. 3 F4 From 011-0704-30302 Fund Balance $ 150,000.00 To 011-0704-50558 Contingencies Reserve $150,000.00. -PaulPerry, Commissioner, Pet. 3 F5 From 001-0430-50689 GIS Software $2,470.00 To 001-0430-50868 Contract Services $2,470.00. — Emergency Services F6 From 011-0704-50807 General Expense $4,000.00 To 011-0704-50908 Lumber $4,000.00. -Paul Perry, Commissioner, Pet. 3
Approval to sign lease agreement for Xerox upgrade for the 40,h District Court. New lease price will be $179.59.
Approval to declare the listed vehicles as surplus, to be disposed of in accordance with Local Government Code 263: 2004 EZ Go Golf Cart TEX400094E 2003 Ford E-350 Van 1FBNE31L83HB86088 2007 Dodge 1500 Truck 1D7HA18K77J519522 2008 Ford Crown Victoria 2FAFP71V08X103849 2002 Ford Crown Victoria 2FAFP71W92X154668 2002 Ford Crown Victoria 2FAFP71W02X154669 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 1GCEC19V23Z281445 2008 Ford Crown Victoria 2FAFP71V98X103851 Marlow Water Pump D22705 Dump Truck Spreader
Discussion and possible action regarding insurance coverage and responsibility for seizure vehicles.
Discussion regarding the realignment of Bryson Lane in Road and Bridge Precinct 4 and authorization to move forward with property survey.
Discussion and direction from the Court regarding vehicle purchases for the 2018-2019 budget year.
Information regarding a sanitary sewer easement at the Ellis County Farm for the City of Waxahachie. - Ted Kantor, County Engineer
Approval to mutually terminate Interlocal Agreement with the City of Alma for enforcement of Ellis County Fire Code. - Tim Birdwell, Fire Marshal
Accept donation in the amount of $250.00 from Waxahachie Junior Service League to Veterans Services Department. - Ellsworth Hiding, Veterans Service Officer
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 regarding personnel matters. 4.2 Pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Government Code, consultation with counsel regarding pending or contemplated litigation. 4.3 Pursuant to § 551.072 of the Government Code, consultation with counsel regarding the possible sale or lease of real property if deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in negotiations with a third person. ADJOURNMENT OF EXECUTIVE SESSION
Renewal of the Amended Rules of Procedure and Decorum for Commissioners Court Meetings and update of the County Organizational Chart and Commissioners Court Duties.
Update and quote for work on the Milford Water Tower to support the mounting of the microwave dish for the radio repair. - Chuck Edge, Sheriff
Interlocal Cooperation Contract and Agreement for detention services between the County of Ellis and the City of Italy for Class C misdemeanor offenses only. - Chuck Edge, Sheriff
Consider & act upon a replat of Spanish Grant, Phase 2, Lot 16, Block 5. The property contains a total of ± 3.292 acres of land in the William Ferrell Survey, Abstract No. 349 located at the northeast comer of Hidalgo Road and North Oak Branch Road, in the extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) of the City of Waxahachie, Road & Bridge Precinct No. 3.
Consider and act upon abandonment and vacation of a portion of an alleyway located between Lots 6-9 and 23-27, Block 17, Skyline Acres. The area contains ±0.15 acres (± 6,300 square feet) of land located between Cecilia Avenue and Breezy Hills Street ± 400 feet north of Skyline Drive, in the extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) of the City of Midlothian, Road & Bridge Precinct No. 4.
Consider and act upon a request to grant a one-time variances from Section VIII (A) (Residential Lots) of the County of Ellis Rules, Regulations and Specifications for Subdivisions and Manufactured Homes and Section 10-F (Amendments) of Ellis County Order 182.11 (Septic Order) to allow three (3) proposed lots from meeting the road frontage requirements for platting and lot size requirements to connect to an on-site sewage facility. The property contains ±2.233 acres of land located between Cecilia Avenue and Breezy Hills Street ± 400 feet north of Skyline Drive, in the extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) of the City of Midlothian, Road & Bridge Precinct No. 4.
Consider and act on a request for a final plat of Greystone Estates, Lot 14. The property contains ± 10.997 acres of land in the Abraham Snider Survey, Abstract No. 981 located on the east side of Singleton Road ± 1,200 feet north of Campbell Road, Maypearl, Road & Bridge Precinct No. 3.
Discussion and direction from the Court regarding vehicle purchases for the 2018-2019 budget year. ADJOURNMENT