Bosque County public meetings in 2023
57 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on routine county business, including approving payments, receiving the emergency manager's report, and considering several administrative items. Key agenda items include the COVID-19 disaster declaration, topping rock bids, comp time for the tax assessor's office, an increase in plat fees, a contract for GASB implementation, and an amendment to the 2024 holiday schedule.
- COVID-19 local disaster declaration
- Topping rock bids
- Comp time for tax assessor's office for tax season
- Increase of plat fees for county clerk's office
- Contract for GASB 87 and 96 implementation
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will consider various administrative actions, including payments of claims and wages. The agenda includes discussions on a food service partnership amendment and the 2024 holiday schedule.
- Approval of county and precinct claims, salaries, and wages
- Emergency Manager's report
- Opening of bids for topping rock
- Amendment to food service partnership with Trio Community Meals
- Amendment to 2024 holiday schedule
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on routine county business, including approving payments, receiving reports, and making decisions on several specific items. Key actions include a possible order regulating fireworks in unincorporated areas, the COVID-19 local disaster declaration, and a mental health services agreement.
- Order regulating fireworks in unincorporated areas for December fireworks season
- COVID-19 declaration of local disaster under Chapter 418, Government Code
- 2024 mental health counseling services agreement with HOTCOG
- Donation of land from Gil & Melissa Parks for bridge right of way
- Replat of property at 188 CR 1296 in Precinct 1
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on several items, including approving payments, receiving reports, and considering a COVID-19 disaster declaration. They will also vote on a flood-related disaster declaration, juror service pay, and an HVAC replacement bid.
- Approve or disapprove payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- Discuss and take action on COVID-19 local disaster declaration
- Discuss and take action on local disaster declaration due to heavy rain and flooding
- Award HVAC replacement bid
- Adopt 2024 resolution for indigent defense program
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on several items, including approving payments, renewing or ending local disaster declarations related to COVID-19 and flooding, and awarding bids for HVAC replacement, jail supplies, and road materials. Public comments are allowed with a 5-minute limit per speaker.
- Approve or disapprove payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- Discuss and take action on COVID-19 local disaster declaration
- Discuss and take action on local disaster declaration due to heavy rain and flooding
- Award HVAC replacement bid
- Award bids for county jail food and janitorial supplies, road and base materials, topping rock, and asphaltic paving oil
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will meet to handle routine financial approvals, including claims and salaries, and to receive reports from the emergency manager and district clerk. They will also consider disaster declarations, a jail update, and a law enforcement agreement with Somervell County. The court will open bids for jail food and janitorial supplies, road and base materials, topping rock, asphaltic paving oils, and fuel, and will consider an encroachment permit at CR 3235.
- Approve payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- Discuss COVID-19 and flood disaster declarations
- Consider MOU with Somervell County Sheriff's Office for law enforcement cooperation
- Open bids for jail food and janitorial supplies, road materials, topping rock, asphaltic oils, and fuel
- Consider encroachment permit from Moss & Associates, LLC at CR 3235 in Precinct 3
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on routine items such as approving claims and salaries, as well as more specific matters including the COVID-19 and flood disaster declarations, a jail status update, and various administrative actions. The agenda includes several items for discussion and potential action, with public comments allowed under specific rules.
- Approve or disapprove payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- Discuss and take action on COVID-19 declaration of local disaster
- Discuss and take action on declaration of local disaster due to heavy rain and flooding
- Discuss and take action on Texas Association of Counties Workers Compensation Program
- Discuss and take action on setting monetary threshold for leases and subscriptions (GASB 87 and 96)
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on routine county payments, emergency manager reports, and disaster declarations related to COVID-19 and recent heavy rain and flooding. They will also receive monthly reports, consider an elections department surplus, and vote on appointments and a communications proposal.
- Approve or disapprove payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- Discuss and take action on COVID-19 local disaster declaration and heavy rain/flooding disaster declaration
- Receive and file October 2023 monthly reports from JP Precinct 2, Texas A&M AgriLife, and OSSF Clerk
- Discuss and take action on elections department surplus of Express Votes
- Discuss and take action on Ring Central (formerly Mitel) proposal
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on routine county business, including approving payments, receiving reports, and considering several property-related items. The agenda includes a vote on the COVID-19 disaster declaration, compensatory time for election staff, and a replat request.
- Approve payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- Discuss and take action on COVID-19 local disaster declaration
- Consider comp time for elections office and county clerk's office for November 7, 2023 election
- Discuss replat of property at 188 CR 1296, Precinct 1
- Consider encroachment permit for 280 CR 1630, Precinct 1
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will consider various administrative actions, including payments of claims and salaries. The agenda includes discussions on the Comanche Peak Nuclear Plant agreement and preparations for the April 8, 2024 solar eclipse.
- Approval of county and precinct claims, salaries, and wages
- Renewal of Comanche Peak Nuclear Plant Reception Center agreement
- Preparation for the April 8, 2024 solar eclipse
- FY 2024 TIDC formula grant resolution
- Nominations for Bosque County Appraisal District Directors (2024-2025 term)
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting to discuss and vote on routine financial matters, including payments and salaries, as well as several specific items. These include the status of the COVID-19 local disaster declaration, a change in how the district attorney receives longevity pay, and authorizing fireworks sales for Diwali. The agenda also includes a report from the county emergency manager and a certificate of completion for continuing education.
- Approve or disapprove payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- Discuss and take action on the COVID-19 declaration of local disaster
- Discuss and take action on District Attorney Adam Sibley receiving longevity pay monthly instead of a lump sum
- Discuss and take action on an order authorizing fireworks sales for Diwali under Occupations Code 2154.202(h)
- Receive and file certificate of completion for continuing education for Michele Valdez
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting on September 25, 2023, to discuss and take action on routine items such as approving claims and salaries, as well as several policy matters. Key decisions include whether to continue the COVID-19 local disaster declaration, whether to impose a burn ban, and whether to update the fire protection contract with the Bosque County Rural Firefighters Association. The court will also consider a jury service plan, an online vital records agreement, the 2024 meeting schedule, and an interlocal agreement with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.
- Approve or disapprove payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- Discuss and take action on COVID-19 declaration of local disaster
- Discuss and take action on burn ban for Bosque County
- Update contract for fire protection with Bosque County Rural Firefighters Association
- Interlocal agreement with Texas Department of Family and Protective Services for additional staff (Oct 1, 2023 – Sep 30, 2024)
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on routine financial matters, including claims and salaries, as well as several specific items. Key decisions include whether to continue the COVID-19 local disaster declaration, whether to impose a burn ban, and whether to approve a lease agreement for radar equipment with the Sheriff's Office. The court will also receive reports from county officials and consider proclamations and a feral hog abatement program.
- Approve or disapprove payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- Discuss and take action on COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster
- Discuss and take action on burn ban for Bosque County
- Lease agreement with Bosque County Sheriff's Office and Applied Concepts, Inc. (Stalker Radar)
- Purchase of 4,000 lb. capacity 48" forks for skid steer by Precinct 1
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court approved the expenditure of Senate Bill 22 funds for the Sheriff's and County Attorney's offices. The court also renewed a fire protection contract and extended the county burn ban and COVID-19 disaster declaration. Several precinct equipment purchases and fund transfers were approved.
- Approved expenditure of Senate Bill 22 funds for Sheriff's Office (All approved)
- Approved expenditure of Senate Bill 22 funds for County Attorney Office (All approved)
- Renewed fire protection contract with Bosque County Rural Firefighters Association (All approved)
- Extended burn ban for seven days (All approved)
- Extended COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days (All approved)
- Approved purchase of 2000 Peterbilt Dump Truck from Precinct 3 by Precinct 4 (All approved)
- Approved purchase of pick-up truck for Precinct 4 (All approved)
- Approved Texans Feeding Texans: Home Delivered Meal Grant Program Resolution 2024 (All approved)
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold public meetings and take record votes on the FY 2024 budget and the 2023 tax rate. They will also consider routine items such as claims payments, a burn ban, and several contracts and software agreements.
- FY 2024 budget with record vote
- 2023 tax rate with record vote
- Inmate housing contract with Taylor County Sheriff's Office
- COVID-19 disaster declaration review
- Burn ban for Bosque County
The Commissioners Court approved the Fiscal Year 2024 budget and lowered the 2023 property tax rates. The court also approved several software contracts and an inmate housing agreement with Taylor County.
- Adopted Fiscal Year 2024 Budget (5-0)
- Lowered 2023 combined tax rate to .3800 per $100 of property valuation (5-0)
- Approved inmate housing contract between Bosque County and Taylor County Sheriff's Offices (All approved)
- Approved Tyler Technologies annual software contract for Auditor office cloud migration (All approved)
- Approved Kologik Copsync Software Agreement amendment to add both Constables (All approved)
- Extended COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days (All approved)
- Extended county burn ban for seven days (All approved)
- Approved donation of surplus Sheriff's Office emergency lighting to Bosque County Fire Association (All approved)
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court is meeting in special session for a budget workshop. The agenda includes discussion and possible action on the budget, along with routine procedural items. No other substantive items are listed.
- Budget workshop discussion and possible action
- Public comments limited to 5 minutes per speaker, 15 minutes per topic
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on routine financial approvals, including claims and salaries, as well as several specific items such as the COVID-19 disaster declaration, a burn ban, and budget-related matters. They will also consider agreements for the Sheriff's Office and juvenile probation, and a memorandum of understanding with a local church.
- Payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- COVID-19 declaration of local disaster
- Burn ban for Bosque County
- Peacemaker mobile data terminal service agreement for Sheriff's Office
- 220th District Juvenile Probation 2023 budget deficit and FY 24 contribution
The Commissioners Court approved a four-year service agreement for 19 mobile data terminals for the Sheriff's Office. The court also extended the county burn ban and COVID-19 disaster declaration by seven days each. Several budget line item transfers and interlocal agreements were approved.
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages for county and precinct funds
- Extended COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days
- Extended Bosque County burn ban for seven days
- Approved Peacemaker Mobile Data Terminal Service Agreement for the Sheriff's Office (4-year contract for 19 units)
- Approved line item transfer for District Clerk/County budget clean up
- Approved line item transfer to cover 45.53% of the 2023 220th District Juvenile Probation budget deficit
- Authorized lump sum payment for Bosque County's portion of the 2024 Juvenile Probation budget
- Approved MOU between Bosque County Senior Services and Walnut Springs Baptist Church
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court approved the purchase of property fraud alert software and a cybersecurity agreement. The court also maintained the 2023 fee rates for the Sheriff and Constables for 2024. A budget workshop was held to review fund allocations and salary increases.
- Approved Tyler Technology property fraud alert software contingent on budget availability (All approved)
- Approved agreement for Cybersecurity Live Protection through Extraco pending budget (All approved)
- Passed on Text My Gov for elections for this year
- Approved 2024 Sheriff and Constables fees at the same rate as 2023 (All approved)
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will meet to approve payments, discuss the COVID-19 disaster declaration, consider a burn ban, and act on a proposed 2023 tax rate. They will also hold a budget workshop and consider hiring additional sheriff's personnel using SB22 funds.
- Proposed 2023 tax rate with record vote
- Budget workshop
- Burn ban discussion
- Sheriff's request to hire additional jailer and deputy using SB22 funds (positions filled after February 2024)
- Memorandum of understanding with Walnut Springs Baptist Church for senior services
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on routine county business, including approving payments, receiving reports, and considering a burn ban. The agenda also includes an operational budget workshop and several specific items such as a road closure and an encroachment permit.
- Approve payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- Discuss and take action on burn ban for Bosque County
- Operational budget workshop
- Public hearing on County Clerk records preservation/archive fund plan
- Road closure request for portion of CR 3370 in Precinct 3
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting on July 31, 2023, to discuss and take action on a range of administrative and policy items. Key decisions include whether to continue the COVID-19 local disaster declaration, whether to impose a burn ban, and approval of various insurance and purchasing matters. The agenda also includes routine items such as claims payments, budget workshops, and receiving reports.
- COVID-19 disaster declaration extension
- Burn ban decision
- Climavision radar license renewal
- Group term life insurance through TCDRS
- Precinct 4 lawn mower purchase
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on several items, including the COVID-19 local disaster declaration, a burn ban, and various contracts and agreements. They will also receive reports on the FY2021 audited financial statements and the county treasurer's quarterly investment report, and consider budget items for multiple county offices.
- Action on COVID-19 local disaster declaration
- Action on burn ban for Bosque County
- Road use agreement for Hickerson/NextEra project
- Interlocal agreement with City of Walnut Springs
- Award or reject group medical and cafeteria plan proposals
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting to approve or disapprove payments of claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds, and to discuss the COVID-19 local disaster declaration. They will also receive monthly reports from county officials and hold a budget workshop.
- Approve/disapprove payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county funds
- Approve/disapprove payment of claims, salaries, and wages against precinct funds
- Discuss COVID-19 declaration of local disaster
- Receive June 2023 monthly reports from county clerk, treasurer, district clerk, and JP Precinct 1
- Budget workshop covering multiple departments
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting to approve or disapprove payments of claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds. They will also discuss the COVID-19 local disaster declaration and receive monthly reports from county officials. A budget workshop is scheduled for several departments.
- Approve/disapprove payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county funds
- Approve/disapprove payment of claims, salaries, and wages against precinct funds
- Discuss COVID-19 declaration of local disaster
- Receive June 2023 monthly reports from county clerk, treasurer, district clerk, and JP Precinct 1
- Budget workshop for departments including Sheriff's Office, Elections, and Indigent Health Care
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on routine financial matters, including approving payments from county and precinct funds, as well as several policy items. Key agenda items include the COVID-19 disaster declaration, a sick leave policy, an insurance agent appointment, and an interlocal agreement with the City of Valley Mills. The meeting is scheduled for July 10, 2023, at 9:00 AM in Meridian, Texas.
- Approve or disapprove payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- Discuss and take action on the COVID-19 declaration of local disaster
- Discuss and take action on COVID-19 sick leave policy
- Appoint ANCO Insurance as agent of record for Bosque County
- Discuss interlocal agreement with the City of Valley Mills
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting to approve routine payments, receive the emergency manager's report, discuss the COVID-19 local disaster declaration, and open bids for group medical insurance. Public comments are allowed but no action will be taken on them.
- Approve payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county funds
- Approve payment of claims, salaries, and wages against precinct funds
- Discuss and take action on COVID-19 declaration of local disaster
- Receive and open bids for group medical insurance
The Commissioners Court extended the COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days. The court also approved payments for county and precinct claims, salaries, and wages. Bids for group medical insurance were received and opened from eight providers.
- Extended COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days (All approved)
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county funds
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages against precinct funds
- Rejected group medical insurance bid from Curative Inc for untimely receipt
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court is holding a regular meeting to discuss and take action on routine county business, including approving payments of claims and salaries, receiving monthly reports, and considering several administrative items. Notable actions include a vote on the COVID-19 local disaster declaration, a proposal for a new HVAC system for the Annex Maintenance, and approval to move surplus funds for Precinct 1 equipment repairs.
- Approve/disapprove payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- Discuss and take action on COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster
- Receive and file May 2023 monthly reports from County Treasurer Pam Browning
- Proposal for new HVAC for the Annex Maintenance
- Approve moving surplus funds to repairs on equipment for Precinct 1
The Commissioners Court approved a $5,046.72 bid for a new HVAC unit at the Annex Maintenance Department. The court also extended the COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days and approved the appointment of Terry Taylor to the Texas Agrilife Extension Office.
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county funds (All approved)
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages against precinct funds (All approved)
- Extended COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days (All approved)
- Approved Terry Taylor for the Texas Agrilife Extension Office position starting September 1st (All approved)
- Approved line item transfers for Sheriff and Commissioner Precinct 3
- Amended Sam's Club Credit Card approval to a company-wide Club Membership Card at $140 per year (All approved)
- Approved $5,046.72 bid from TexCool for new HVAC for Annex Maintenance Department (All approved)
- Approved moving surplus funds to repairs on equipment for Precinct 1 (All approved)
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on routine county business, including approving payments, receiving reports, and considering several permits and property matters. Key items include a vote on the COVID-19 disaster declaration, a proposed plat for Rock Ridge Ranches Subdivision, and two encroachment permit applications.
- Approve or disapprove payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- Discuss and take action on COVID-19 disaster declaration
- Proposed plat for Rock Ridge Ranches Subdivision
- Encroachment permit applications for 962 CR 3660 and 219 CR 3160
- Even trade of dump trailers between Precincts 1 and 3
The Commissioners Court approved payments for county and precinct claims, salaries, and wages. The court extended the COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days and approved two encroachment permits in Precinct 3.
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county funds (All approved)
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages against precinct funds (All approved)
- Extended COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days (All approved)
- Approved line item transfers for Sheriff and Precinct 3 (All approved)
- Approved request for Sam’s credit card for Dianne Bernhardt, Maintenance (All approved)
- Approved trade of Precinct 1 flat-bed bumper pull trailer for Precinct 3 gooseneck trailer (All approved)
- Approved encroachment permit for A.W. and Angelora Hines at 962 CR 3660, Precinct 3 (All approved)
- Approved encroachment permit for Douglas Fulp at 219 CR 3160, Precinct 3 (All approved)
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly take action on several items, including the COVID-19 local disaster declaration, payment of claims and salaries, and a solar project presentation. The agenda includes routine reports and an oath of office, but the most consequential item is the potential termination of the COVID-19 disaster declaration.
- Consider action on COVID-19 local disaster declaration
- Approve payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- Receive and file May 2023 monthly reports from county and district clerks, JP, and AgriLife
- Receive and file oath and bond for JP Precinct 2 clerk Elizabeth Ballesteros
- Presentation by Kyle Nicotre regarding solar project
The Commissioners Court extended the COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days. The court also approved payments for county and precinct claims, salaries, and wages.
- Approved payment of claims, salaries and wages against county funds (All approved)
- Approved payment of claims, salaries and wages against precinct funds (All approved)
- Extended COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days (All approved)
- Received and filed May 2023 monthly reports from various county offices (All approved)
- Received and filed oath and bond for JP Precinct 2 Clerk Elizabeth Ballesteros (All approved)
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting to discuss and vote on routine county business, including approving payments, receiving reports, and taking action on several specific items. Key decisions include whether to continue the COVID-19 local disaster declaration, authorize fireworks sales for July 4th, and approve a contract for law enforcement software.
- Approve or disapprove payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- Discuss and take action on COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster
- Order authorizing sale of fireworks in unincorporated areas for July 4th period
- Contract with Kologik, LLC for COPSYNC software for Sheriff's Office
- Purchase of Bobcat wire welder with wire and argon gas and Bobcat stick welder by Precinct 1
The Commissioners Court approved the sale of fireworks in unincorporated areas for the Fourth of July. The court also authorized a contract for Copsync software for the Sheriff's Office and approved several equipment purchases for precincts. A COVID-19 local disaster declaration was extended by seven days.
- Approved sale of fireworks in unincorporated areas for Fourth of July period
- Approved contract with Kologik, LLC for Copsync software for Sheriff's Office
- Approved $9,973.42 purchase of welders for Precinct 1 using ARPA funds
- Extended COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- Approved encroachment permit for Kent Gilbreath at 512 CR 3375 in Precinct 3
- Approved purchase of back-up camera for skid-steer by Precinct 3
- Approved Sheriff's Office line item transfer
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court is holding a regular meeting to discuss and take action on routine items, including approving payments of claims, salaries, and wages from county and precinct funds. They will also receive the emergency manager's report and consider the status of the COVID-19 local disaster declaration. Public comments are allowed but no action will be taken on them.
- Approval of claims, salaries, and wages against county funds
- Approval of claims, salaries, and wages against precinct funds
- Bosque County Emergency Manager's report
- Discussion and action on COVID-19 declaration of local disaster
The Commissioners Court approved the payment of claims, salaries, and wages from both county and precinct funds. The court also voted to extend the COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days.
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county funds (All approved)
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages against precinct funds (All approved)
- Extended COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days (All approved)
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on routine financial matters, including claims and salaries, as well as several specific items: the COVID-19 local disaster declaration, an agreement with the U.S. Corps of Engineers for the King Creek boat ramp, a request for proposals for group medical insurance, and an encroachment permit application. The agenda also includes reports from the emergency manager and county treasurer, and a public comment period.
- Approve or disapprove payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- Discuss and take action on the COVID-19 declaration of local disaster
- Agreement with U.S. Corps of Engineers regarding King Creek boat ramp
- Request for proposals for Bosque County group medical insurance
- Encroachment permit application for Bradley Brem at CR 3550, Precinct 3
The Commissioners Court approved an agreement with the U.S. Corps of Engineers for the King Creek Boat Ramp and authorized a request for proposals for group medical insurance. The court also extended the COVID-19 local disaster declaration for seven days and approved various county and precinct payments.
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county funds (All approved)
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages against precinct funds (All approved)
- Extended COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days (All approved)
- Received and filed April 2023 Monthly Report from County Treasurer Pam Browning (All approved)
- Approved agreement with U.S. Corps of Engineers regarding King Creek Boat Ramp (All approved)
- Approved HR Department to issue RFP for group medical insurance (All approved)
- Approved Encroachment Permit Application for Bradley Brem at CR 3550, Precinct 3 (All approved)
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will vote on routine payments, receive monthly reports, and decide whether to extend the COVID-19 local disaster declaration. They will also hold a public hearing and take action on updating the county's subdivision policy, and consider encroachment permits for two properties in Precinct 3.
- Approve payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- Discuss and act on COVID-19 local disaster declaration
- Receive April 2023 reports from District Clerk, On-Site Sewage Facility Clerk, and County Auditor
- Consider encroachment permits for Kevin Morrison/Famous Mills, LP and Stallion Valley, LP at 958 CR 3155 and 676 CR 3160, Precinct 3
- Public hearing and action on Bosque County Subdivision Policy update
The Commissioners Court approved updates to the Bosque County Subdivision Policy following a public hearing. The court also approved several encroachment permits and a contract with the Department of State Health Services.
- Approved updates to Bosque County Subdivision Policy (All approved)
- Approved encroachment permits for Kevin Morrison/Famous Mills, LP and Kevin Morrison/Stallion Valley, LP at 958 CR 3155 (All approved)
- Approved encroachment permits for Kevin Morrison/Famous Mills, LP and Kevin Morrison/Stallion Valley, LP at 676 CR 3160 (All approved)
- Approved contract between Bosque County Clerk’s Office and Department of State Health Services Vital Statistics Section (All approved)
- Extended COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for an additional seven days (All approved)
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county funds (All approved)
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages against precinct funds (All approved)
- Received and filed April 2023 monthly reports from District Clerk, On-Site Sewage Facility Clerk, and County Auditor (All approved)
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on several items, including approving payments from county and precinct funds, the COVID-19 disaster declaration, authorizing fireworks sales for Memorial Day, and updating the county's subdivision policy. They will also receive reports from county officials and the emergency manager. The meeting includes a public hearing on the subdivision policy.
- Approve payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- Discuss and take action on COVID-19 local disaster declaration
- Adopt order authorizing fireworks sales in unincorporated areas for Memorial Day
- Public hearing and update on Bosque County subdivision policy
- Receive and file monthly reports from county attorney, clerk, JP, and AgriLife
The Commissioners Court approved the sale of fireworks in unincorporated areas for the Memorial Day period. The court also extended the COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days and approved payments for county and precinct claims, salaries, and wages.
- Approved payment of claims, salaries and wages against county funds (All approved)
- Approved payment of claims, salaries and wages against precinct funds (All approved)
- Extended COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days (All approved)
- Authorized sale of fireworks in unincorporated areas for Memorial Day period (All approved)
- Received and filed April 2023 Monthly Reports from County Attorney, County Clerk, JP Precinct 2, and Texas Agrilife Extension Service (All approved)
- Received and filed 2023 1st Quarterly Report for Senior Services (All approved)
- Received and filed continuing education documentation for County Treasurer Pam Browning (All approved)
- Passed on Bosque County Subdivision Policy items due to lack of timely publication
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on routine county business, including approving payments, line-item transfers, and several contracts. Notable items include the COVID-19 local disaster declaration, transferring Sheriff's Office K9 Max to Hill County by purchase, and new software and equipment agreements for the Sheriff's Office. The agenda also includes an encroachment ordinance and a consultant contract for the FY2021 audit.
- COVID-19 local disaster declaration review
- Transfer of Sheriff's Office K9 Max to Hill County by purchase
- Kologik LLC software service agreement for Sheriff's Office
- Peace Maker service and equipment agreement for Sheriff's Office
- Encroachment ordinance discussion
The Commissioners Court approved an amended encroachment ordinance and extended the COVID-19 local disaster declaration for seven days. The court also authorized payments for county and precinct funds and approved the sale of a K9 to Hill County.
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county funds (All approved)
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages against precinct funds (All approved)
- Extended COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days (All approved)
- Approved line item transfers for Election, Precinct 2, and HR (All approved)
- Approved deposit of unexpected revenue to the Sheriff’s Office (All approved)
- Approved contract for consultant for fiscal year 2021 audit completion (All approved)
- Approved sale of Sheriff’s Office K9, Max, to Hill County for $2,000 (All approved)
- Approved Amended Encroachment Ordinance (All approved)
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will vote on several items, including whether to continue the COVID-19 local disaster declaration, hiring an outside consultant for the FY2021 audit, and a roof maintenance agreement with Parsons Roofing. They will also consider contracts for the Sheriff's Office, including a lake patrol agreement with the US Corps of Engineers, a software service agreement with Kologik LLC, and a peace maker service agreement. Additionally, they will review an encroachment permit application and receive monthly reports.
- COVID-19 disaster declaration extension
- Auditor's request for outside consultant for FY2021 audit
- Roof preventative maintenance agreement with Parsons Roofing
- Sheriff's Office contracts: US Corps of Engineers lake patrol, Kologik LLC software, Peace Maker service
- Encroachment permit application by Randal and Tandi Kinsey at 637 CR 4205, Precinct 4
The Commissioners Court approved a lake patrol contract between the Sheriff's Office and the US Corp of Engineers. The court also authorized the pursuit of two new service agreements for the Sheriff's Office pending budget hearings and amended the department's certificate pay policy.
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages for county and precinct funds (All approved)
- Extended COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days (All approved)
- Approved request for outside consultant for fiscal year 2021 audit (All approved)
- Approved Roof Preventative Maintenance Agreement with Parsons Roofing (All approved)
- Approved lake patrol contract between Sheriff's Office and US Corp of Engineers (All approved)
- Approved pursuing Kologik LLC software agreement pending budget hearing (All approved)
- Approved pursuing Peace Maker Service and Equipment Agreement pending budget hearing (All approved)
- Approved encroachment permit for Randal and Tandi Kinsey at 637 CR 4205 (All approved)
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court is holding a regular meeting to discuss and take action on routine county business, including approving payments, receiving reports, and considering several specific items. Notable actions include a decision on the COVID-19 local disaster declaration, a radar subscription contract, a sheriff's office pickup truck purchase, and adding environmental crimes certificate pay. The agenda also includes surplus requests for county equipment.
- Approve or disapprove payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- Discuss and take action on COVID-19 declaration of local disaster
- Discuss and take action on Climavision radar subscription contract
- Approve purchase of 2023 pickup truck for Sheriff's Office
- Add environmental crimes certificate pay to Sheriff's Office certificate pay program
The Commissioners Court approved the purchase of a 2023 pickup truck for the Sheriff's Office and a prorated Climavision Radar subscription. The court also extended the COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days and approved various fund disbursements and equipment surpluses.
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county funds (All approved)
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages against precinct funds (All approved)
- Approved extension of COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days (All approved)
- Approved Climavision Radar subscription contract at prorated rate (All approved)
- Approved line item transfers for Treasurer, Senior Services, and District Judge (All approved)
- Approved purchase of 2023 pickup truck for Sheriff's Office using previously approved funds (All approved)
- Approved addition of Environmental Crimes certificate pay to Sheriff's Office program
- Approved surplus of equipment including mower, woods shredder, and scrap iron (All approved)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court approved payments for county and precinct claims, salaries, and wages. Officials extended the COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days and approved the cancellation of the VR System for Elections. Courthouse HVAC repairs were approved contingent on the auditor finding funds.
- Approved payment of claims, salaries and wages against county funds (All approved)
- Approved payment of claims, salaries and wages against precinct funds (All approved)
- Extended COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days (All approved)
- Approved request for cancellation of VR System for Elections (All approved)
- Approved courthouse HVAC repairs contingent on auditor finding money (All approved)
- Received and filed March 2023 monthly reports from County Clerk, JP Precinct 1, Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service, and On-Site Sewage Report (All approved)
Commissioners Court
Bosque County Commissioners Court will approve or disapprove payment of claims and salaries against county and precinct funds. The body will discuss a local disaster declaration for COVID-19 and a proposal for a ClimaVision radar subscription. Additionally, the court will consider memoranda of understanding with the Valley Mills ISD Police Department and Corporation Service Company, as well as encroachment permit applications.
- Order approving or disapproving payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- Discussion of ClimaVision radar subscription proposal
- Memorandum of Understanding between Bosque County Sheriff's Office and Valley Mills ISD Police Department
- Encroachment permit application from Jacob Dagley at 569 CR 2357, PCT 2
- Encroachment permit application for Smith Bend Water Supply at 194 CR 3540, PCT 3
The Commissioners Court approved a bridge repair access agreement with Flat Top Ranch and a law enforcement MOU with Valley Mills ISD. The court also authorized insurance and law library renewals and approved two encroachment permits. All motions passed with unanimous approval.
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages for county and precinct funds
- Extended COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days
- Approved pursuing Climavision Radar Subscription and requesting a contract offer
- Approved MOU between Bosque County Sheriff’s Office and Valley Mills ISD Police Department
- Authorized Judge Vanlandingham to sign TAC property insurance and Law Library renewals
- Approved MOU with Corporation Service Company for County Clerk’s E-Recording
- Approved agreement with Flat Top Ranch for access to repair bridge on CR 2650
- Approved encroachment permits for Jacob Dagley (569 CR 2357) and Smith Bend Water Supply (194 CR 3540)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court approved an interlocal agreement with the Heart of Texas Council of Governments for an emergency notification service. The court also extended the COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days and accepted unbudgeted revenues for the Sheriff's Department.
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county funds (All approved)
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages against precinct funds (All approved)
- Extended COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days (All approved)
- Accepted unbudgeted revenues for the Sheriff’s Department (All approved)
- Approved line item transfer for the Sheriff (All approved)
- Approved Interlocal Agreement with Heart of Texas Council of Governments for Emergency Notification Service (All approved)
- Received and filed Oath of Office and Deputization of Deputy District Clerk Azusena Alvizo (All approved)
- Received and filed continuing education certificates for Judge Vanlandingham and Wynn Moore (All approved)
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular session to approve claims and salaries, receive reports, and take action on several items including the COVID-19 disaster declaration, unbudgeted revenues, line item transfers, and an interlocal agreement for emergency notification services. The agenda also includes receiving and filing various certificates and oaths of office.
- Order approving or disapproving claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- Discussion and action on COVID-19 declaration of local disaster under Chapter 418, Government Code
- Discussion and action on revenues not budgeted for fiscal year 2023
- Line item transfer(s)
- Interlocal agreement with Heart of Texas Council of Governments for emergency notification service
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular session to handle routine county business, including approving claims, receiving reports, and taking action on several items. Key actions include opening bids for a dump truck, day cab tractor, belly dump trailer, and computers/servers, as well as discussing a proposed subdivision plat and opioid settlement participation forms.
- Open bids for Precinct 1 dump truck, day cab tractor, and belly dump trailer
- Discuss and act on plat for proposed Bluebonnet Estates subdivision
- Discuss and act on allowing Judge VanLandingham to sign opioid settlement participation forms (Walgreens, Walmart, Allergan, CVS)
- Discuss and act on credit card policy and line item transfers
- Discuss and act on donation of gravel from Terry Faubion to Precinct 3
The court approved the plat for the proposed Bluebonnet Estates Subdivision and authorized the County Judge to sign several national prescription opiate litigation settlements. Other actions included approving county and precinct fund payments and extending a COVID-19 local disaster declaration.
- Approved plat for proposed Bluebonnet Estates Subdivision (All approved)
- Authorized Judge Vanlandingham to sign opiate litigation settlements for Walgreens, Walmart, Allergan, and CVS (All approved)
- Extended COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days (All approved)
- Approved department credit card for the Auditor’s Office (All approved)
- Approved line item transfer for the Sheriff (All approved)
- Appointed Jesse Jobes and Pam Browning as authorized representatives for TEXPOOL (All approved)
- Approved process for Precinct 1 assistance with property cleanup at 131 CR 1433 (All approved)
- Implemented County Investment Committee recommendations to move money market funds into CDs and other accounts (All approved)
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular session to decide on routine matters such as paying claims, approving a subdivision plat, and opening bids for Precinct 1 equipment. They will also take action on the COVID-19 local disaster declaration, a credit card policy, and authorizing the county judge to sign opioid settlement participation forms. Several reports and certificates will be received and filed.
- Approve or disapprove claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- Discuss and take action on COVID-19 declaration of local disaster under Chapter 418, Government Code
- Discuss and take action on plat for proposed Bluebonnet Estates subdivision
- Receive and open bids for Precinct 1 dump truck, day cab tractor, and belly dump trailer
- Authorize Judge VanLandingham to sign opioid settlement participation forms for Walgreens, Walmart, Allergan, and CVS settlements
Commissioners Court
Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular session on March 13, 2023, to approve county and precinct claims and wages. The body will discuss actions regarding a local disaster declaration, a burn ban, and fireworks regulations for San Jacinto Day. Additionally, the court will consider a Memorandum of Understanding for the Meals on Wheels program and approve changes to the Historic Commission board.
- Order regulating certain fireworks in unincorporated areas for the San Jacinto Day period
- Memorandum of Understanding for Meals on Wheels program with First United Methodist Church of Meridian
- Approval of Bosque County Historic Commission resignation and new board members
- Acceptance of donation of a retired ambulance unit from North Bosque EMS to the Sheriff's Office
- TXDOT waiver for riprap in Precinct 4
The Commissioners Court approved a $12,000 transfer for temporary emergency overtime pay for the dispatch department. The court also authorized the Sheriff's Office to replace a wrecked vehicle and accepted a donated ambulance. Other actions included extending a COVID-19 disaster declaration and approving a Meals on Wheels agreement.
- Approved $12,000 transfer for temporary emergency dispatch overtime (All approved)
- Approved bid process to replace a wrecked deputy unit with a used pickup (All approved)
- Accepted donation of a retired ambulance from North Bosque EMS to Sheriff's Office (All approved)
- Extended COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days (All approved)
- Approved appointment of J.W. Thiele and Jamie Woleben to Historic Commission Board (All approved)
- Accepted resignation of Charles Blakely from Historic Commission Board (All approved)
- Approved MOU for Meals on Wheels between Senior Services and First United Methodist Church of Meridian (All approved)
- Approved surpulsing a 1992 Peterbilt dump truck (All approved)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court approved a 2023 contract and a de-obligation modification with the US Corp of Engineers. The court also accepted a 2023 mental health counseling services agreement with HOTCOG and extended the COVID-19 local disaster declaration for seven days.
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- Extended COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days
- Took no action on the burn ban
- Approved line item transfer
- Approved De-Obligation Modification to 2022 contract with US Corp of Engineers
- Accepted 2023 contract with US Corp of Engineers
- Accepted 2023 Mental Health Counseling Services Agreement with HOTCOG
- Approved Judge to investigate web page and email hosting options
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular session to discuss and take action on a range of items, including the COVID-19 local disaster declaration, a software quote for the county clerk, an interlocal agreement with DFPS, courthouse HVAC, and several interlocal election agreements. The agenda also includes routine approvals of claims and salaries, and receiving and filing various reports and certificates.
- COVID-19 local disaster declaration discussion and action
- Quote for e-recording module software for County Clerk
- Interlocal agreement with Texas DFPS for staff funding
- HVAC for courthouse
- Interlocal agreements for elections with Meridian I.S.D., City of Morgan, City of Valley Mills, Valley Mills I.S.D.
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will meet in regular session to discuss and possibly act on the COVID-19 local disaster declaration, a proposal to move salary funds into the general fund, and several contracts and purchases. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving claims, receiving reports, and filing certificates.
- COVID-19 local disaster declaration under Chapter 418, Government Code
- Funds from salary fund to be deposited into Bosque County General Fund, record vote
- Quote for e-recording module software for County Clerk
- Interlocal agreement with Texas DFPS for funding of staff
- HVAC for courthouse; advertising for Precinct 1 used dump truck, day cab tractor, belly dump trailer
The Commissioners Court approved multiple interlocal agreements for elections with local cities and school districts. The court also authorized engineering for courthouse HVAC and the purchase of equipment for Precinct 1. Additionally, funds previously designated for a salary fund will now be deposited into the General Fund.
- Approved depositing salary fund money into the Bosque County General Fund (5-0)
- Approved Brown Consulting Engineers for courthouse HVAC engineering
- Approved interlocal agreements for elections with Bosque County Hospital District, City of Clifton, Clifton ISD, City of Cranfills Gap, City of Meridian, Meridian ISD, City of Morgan, and Valley Mills ISD
- Approved purchase advertising for Precinct 1 for a 15 ton dump truck, day cab tractor with wet kit, and belly dump trailer
- Approved interlocal agreement with Texas Department of Family and Protective Services for staff funding
- Approved quote for County Clerk e-recording module software
- Extended COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days
- Approved Judge seeking outside counsel for Subdivisions and Rural Development
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold its regular session on February 13, 2023, covering routine approvals of claims and salaries, an emergency manager's COVID-19 update, and a decision on the local disaster declaration. The court will also discuss appointments, a deputy treasurer request, unbudgeted revenues, and personnel matters, including an executive session. A specific action item is an encroachment permit application from Cedar Shores Water at 406 CR 1523 in Precinct 1.
- Order approving or disapproving claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- Discussion and action on COVID-19 declaration of local disaster under Chapter 418, Government Code
- Appointment of members to the Data Advisory Board
- County Treasurer's request for deputy treasurer
- Encroachment permit application from Cedar Shores Water at 406 CR 1523 in Precinct 1
The Court approved the transition of the Elections Administrator position to salary exempt and granted an encroachment permit to Cedar Shores Water. Other actions included extending the COVID-19 disaster declaration and appointing members to the Data Advisory Board.
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- Extended COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days
- Appointed Sheriff, County Attorney, County Clerk, District Attorney, and District Clerk to the Data Advisory Board
- Approved County Treasurer's request for a Deputy Treasurer
- Accepted unbudgeted LATCF grant funds for fiscal year 2023
- Changed Elections Administrator position from hourly to salary exempt
- Approved encroachment permit for Cedar Shores Water at 406 CR 1523 in Precinct 1 with specific roadway restrictions
Commissioners Court
Bosque County Commissioners Court will vote on paying county and precinct claims, including a rate increase for behavioral health transport services. The body will also discuss a fireworks regulation for Independence Day and remove two members from the Child Welfare Board. Additionally, the court will consider an encroachment permit and a request for proposals for county computers.
- Increase transport services rate from $30 to $33 per hour in agreement with Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network
- Regulate certain fireworks in unincorporated areas for the Texas Independence Day period
- Remove Maria Bailey and Jennifer Fischer from the Child Welfare Board and appoint Amanda Stumpf and Macey Rodriguez
- Approve Resolution Supporting Homeland Security Grant Project #479280
- Consider encroachment permit application from Cedar Shore Water at 406 CR 1523 in Precinct 1
The Commissioners Court approved a resolution for Homeland Security Grant Project #479280 and authorized fireworks sales in unincorporated areas for the Texas Independence Day period. The court also updated the Bosque County Child Welfare Board membership and increased transport service rates for the Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network.
- Extended COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days (All approved)
- Approved Resolution supporting Homeland Security Grant Project #479280 (All approved)
- Approved sale of fireworks in unincorporated areas for Texas Independence Day period (All approved)
- Received and filed Bosque County Sheriff’s Office 2022 Racial Profiling Report (All approved)
- Received and filed Bosque County Child Welfare Board yearly activity report (All approved)
- Removed Maria Bailey and Jennifer Fischer from Child Welfare Board; appointed Amanda Stumpf and Macey Rodriguez (All approved)
- Increased Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network transport rate from $30 to $33 per hour (All approved)
- Authorized Judge to take action on RFP for county computer needs (All approved)
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will meet in regular session to discuss and take action on several items, including the COVID-19 local disaster declaration, a possible burn ban, and exterior maintenance of the courthouse. They will also consider repair work on the 3rd floor unit by Capstone, approve claims and salaries, and receive reports from the Emergency Manager and other county bodies.
- Order approving or disapproving claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- Discussion and action on COVID-19 declaration of local disaster
- Discussion and action on burn ban
- Discussion and action on exterior maintenance of courthouse
- Encroachment permit applications from Cedar Shore Water at 406 CR 1523 (Precinct 1) and Brenda Moore at 1065 CR 4170 (Precinct 4)
The Commissioners Court approved several payments, including a $6,300 bid for ball valve and actuator replacements. The court also extended the COVID-19 local disaster declaration for seven days and approved an encroachment permit in Precinct 4.
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county funds (All approved)
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages against precinct funds (All approved)
- Extended COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days (All approved)
- Authorized maintenance supervisor to seek bids for courthouse exterior maintenance (All approved)
- Approved $6,300 bid for Capstone to replace ball valves and actuators on 3rd floor (All approved)
- Authorized Judge Vanlandingham to sign TAC-ARTS renewal (All approved)
- Approved positive pay for general fund regarding Sunflower Bank (All approved)
- Approved encroachment permit for Brenda Moore at 1065 CR 4170 in Precinct 4 (All approved)
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular session to decide on several administrative and policy items, including whether to continue the COVID-19 local disaster declaration, whether to impose a burn ban, and whether to increase wrecker fees. The court will also consider a travel policy, a grant agreement for senior services, and website/email services, along with routine approvals of claims and salaries.
- Discuss and take action on COVID-19 local disaster declaration
- Discuss and take action on burn ban for Bosque County
- Discuss and take action on increasing wrecker fees for county approved wrecker services
- Discuss and take action to allow Judge VanLandingham to sign grant agreement for senior services
- Discuss and take action on Bosque County website/email service
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will meet in regular session to discuss and take action on several items, including the COVID-19 local disaster declaration, a possible burn ban, and an increase in wrecker fees. They will also consider a travel policy, a grant agreement for senior services, and website/email services. The meeting includes routine approvals of claims and salaries.
- Discuss and take action on COVID-19 local disaster declaration
- Discuss and take action on burn ban for Bosque County
- Discuss and take action on increasing wrecker fees for county approved wrecker services
- Discuss and take action to allow Judge Vanlandingham to sign grant agreement for senior services
- Discuss and take action on Bosque County website/email service
The Commissioners Court approved the county's travel policy and authorized a grant agreement for senior services. The court also voted to stop regulating wreckers, deferring jurisdiction to TDLR and the services themselves. Additionally, the COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster was extended for seven days.
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county funds (All approved)
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages against precinct funds (All approved)
- Extended COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days (All approved)
- Approved line item transfer for Precinct 1 (All approved)
- Approved Bosque County Travel Policy (All approved)
- Ceased regulation of wreckers, deferring jurisdiction to TDLR and wrecker services (All approved)
- Authorized Judge Vanlandingham to sign Grant Agreement for Senior Services (All approved)
- Authorized Judge Vanlandingham to search for website and email services (All approved)
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will hold a regular session to consider routine matters such as approving claims and receiving monthly reports, along with two notable items: discussing the COVID-19 local disaster declaration and deciding whether to continue or lift the burn ban. The agenda also includes a report from the emergency manager and a possible action on painting an office wall at the Justice of the Peace 2 building.
- Discussion and action on COVID-19 local disaster declaration
- Discussion and action on burn ban
- Order approving claims, salaries, and wages against county and precinct funds
- Receive and file monthly reports from county treasurer, district clerk, and JP 1
- Discussion and action on painting office wall at JP 2 building
The Commissioners Court approved payments for county and precinct claims, salaries, and wages. The court extended the COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days and approved a request to paint the Justice of the Peace 2 office wall.
- Approved payment of claims, salaries and wages against county funds (All approved)
- Approved payment of claims, salaries and wages against precinct funds (All approved)
- Extended COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days (All approved)
- Received and filed monthly reports from County Treasurer, District Clerk, and Justice of the Peace 1 (All approved)
- Received and filed continuing education certificate for Juanita Miller (All approved)
- Received and filed bond rider for Justice of the Peace 2, Michele Valdez (All approved)
- Approved painting of Justice of the Peace 2 office wall (All approved)
Commissioners Court
The court approved payments for claims, salaries, and wages from both county and precinct funds. Officials extended the COVID-19 local disaster declaration for seven days and approved the use of unbudgeted revenue for the sheriff's budget. The court also canceled the Enterprise Maintenance Service Agreement.
- Approved payment of claims, salaries and wages against county funds (All approved)
- Approved payment of claims, salaries and wages against precinct funds (All approved)
- Extended COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days (All approved)
- Approved use of unbudgeted revenue for fiscal year 2023 in the sheriffs budget (All approved)
- Received and filed monthly reports from County Clerk and Justice of the Peace 2 (All approved)
- Received and filed Statement and Oath for Donna Quarles, ESD #1 Board of Commissioners (All approved)
- Approved and filed Oath for Pam Browning and Deputy District Clerks (All approved)
- Approved cancellation of Enterprise Maintenance Service Agreement (All approved)
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will meet in regular session to handle routine matters such as approving claims and receiving reports, and will discuss and take action on several items, including a contract for collecting delinquent fines and fees and a possible collection fee. The agenda also includes a discussion on the COVID-19 disaster declaration and an agreement with the U.S. Corps of Engineers regarding the King Creek boat ramp.
- Consider contract for collection of delinquent fines and fees with one of three law firms (Linebarger, Goggan, Blair & Sampson; McCreary, Veselka, Bragg & Allen; Perdue, Brandon, Fielder, Collins & Mott)
- Consider resolution to impose a collection fee under Article 103.0031, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure
- Discuss and take action on agreement with U.S. Corps of Engineers regarding King Creek boat ramp
- Discuss and take action on COVID-19 local disaster declaration
- Approve oaths and bonds for elected officials
The Commissioners Court approved contracts with McCreary, Veselka, Bragg & Allen, PC and Perdue, Brandon, Fielder, Collins & Mott, LLP to collect delinquent fines and fees. The court also approved a resolution to impose a collection fee and extended the COVID-19 local disaster declaration for seven days.
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages against county funds
- Approved payment of claims, salaries, and wages against precinct funds
- Extended COVID-19 Declaration of Local Disaster for seven days
- Accepted agreement with U.S. Corp of Engineers regarding King Creek Boat ramp
- Engaged McCreary, Veselka, Bragg & Allen, PC for County Clerk’s office fines and fees collections
- Engaged Perdue, Brandon, Fielder, Collins & Mott, LLP for District Clerk’s office fines and fees collections
- Approved Resolution to Impose a Collection Fee Pursuant to Article 103.001, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure
- Approved and filed Oaths and Bonds for Elected Officials
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court will meet in regular session to consider routine items such as approving claims and receiving reports, and will discuss and possibly act on several items, including a contract for collecting delinquent court fines and fees, an agreement with the U.S. Corps of Engineers regarding the King Creek boat ramp, and the COVID-19 disaster declaration. The agenda is largely procedural, with public comment allowed during item 5.
- Consider contract for delinquent fines and fees collection with Linebarger, Goggan, Blair & Sampson, LLP, McCreary, Veselka, Bragg & Allen, PC, or Perdue, Brandon, Fielder, Collins & Mott, LLP
- Consider resolution to impose a collection fee under Article 103.0031, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure
- Discuss and take action on agreement with U.S. Corps of Engineers regarding King Creek boat ramp
- Discuss and take action on COVID-19 local disaster declaration
- Approve oaths and bonds for elected officials
Commissioners Court
The Bosque County Commissioners Court is holding a special session to discuss and take action on the treasurer-elect bond and the office of county treasurer. The agenda includes only these two substantive items, along with routine procedural matters.
- Discuss and take appropriate action regarding treasurer-elect bond
- Discuss and take appropriate action regarding office of county treasurer
The Commissioners Court declared the Office of County Treasurer vacant due to a lack of bond for the treasurer elect. The court then appointed Pam Browning to fill the position.
- Declared Office of County Treasurer vacant (All approved)
- Appointed Pam Browning as Bosque County Treasurer (All approved)