Ellis County public meetings in 2024
43 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners Court will consider a consent agenda including re-appointments to emergency services districts, approval of elected official bonds, and line-item transfers. On the regular agenda, they will discuss plats for subdivisions including Oak Creek Ranch, vote on a $60,336 inmate classification software renewal from Northpointe/Equivant, and consider a temporary 10% salary increase for the acting Director of Development/Engineering. A resolution authorizing Senior Living Revenue Bonds for the Superior Living Foundation project is also on the consent agenda.
- $60,336 renewal of inmate classification software from Northpointe/Equivant
- Temporary 10% salary increase for Alberto Mares as acting head of County Engineer
- Release of letter of credit and acceptance of infrastructure for Oak Creek Ranch (FM 875 & Skinner Road)
- Performance bond for Oak Creek Ranch Phase Two
- Resolution to authorize Senior Living Revenue Bonds for Superior Living Foundation
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
This is a workshop meeting of the Ellis County Commissioners Court; no formal action will be taken. The agenda includes review of proposed participation options with the City of Grand Prairie regarding Grand Prairie TIRZ #3, discussion of updates to the county's Tax Abatement Policies & Guidelines, and a software demonstration for tracing dropped 9-1-1 calls.
- Review of participation options between Ellis County and Grand Prairie for TIRZ #3
- Review of updates to Ellis County Tax Abatement Policies & Guidelines
- Demonstration of software to trace dropped 9-1-1 calls by Leo Wrobel
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting on December 10, 2024, to consider consent items (bills, payroll, reports, fund transfers, contributions, and unanticipated revenue) and a regular agenda including development variance requests, plats, major purchases, and administrative agreements. Key actions include voting on a $431,717 Taser purchase for the sheriff's office, a $267,708 furniture purchase for JP Precinct 2, and a proposed letter of intent for a Texas Juvenile Justice Department corrections facility ground lease. The court will also discuss an opioid settlement with Kroger Co. for $23,752 and set a hearing for a new Emergency Services District.
- Purchase of 103 Taser 10 models for Sheriff's Office: $431,717 over 5 years
- Furniture and installation for Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 facility: $267,708
- Yearly contributions of $50,000 each to The Heights Ellis County Family Resources and CASA of Ellis County
- Discussion and action on letter of intent for proposed Texas Juvenile Justice Department corrections facility ground lease
- Proposed opioid settlement with Kroger Co. for $23,752
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing and consider a tax abatement agreement for AREP in Red Oak. The body will also ratify 11 different land plats and vote for 2025 Ellis Appraisal District directors.
- Public hearing and potential tax abatement agreement for AREP in Reinvestment Zone 13, City of Red Oak
- Contract for janitorial services with Southern Cleaning Services, Inc. not to exceed $125,000
- Purchase of software license renewal from Safari Micro for the Sheriff's Office for $98,856
- Fiscal Year 2024 line-item transfers including $335,790 for Tax Appraisal Fees and $220,134 for Utilities
- Ratification of 11 land plats across Ferris, Ennis, Avalon, Waxahachie, Maypearl, and Grand Prairie
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting to canvass the results of the November 5, 2024 General Election and two special elections. The special elections are for creating Emergency Services District No. 10 and Emergency Services District No. 11. Canvassing is the formal certification of election outcomes by the county.
- Canvassing results of the November 5, 2024 General Election for federal, state, and county offices
- Canvassing results of the Special Election to create Ellis County Emergency Services District No. 10
- Canvassing results of the Special Election to create Ellis County Emergency Services District No. 11
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners Court will conduct a public hearing and consider updates to the 2019 Master Thoroughfare Plan regarding road classifications and connectivity. The body will also vote on several equipment purchases and budget line-item transfers.
- Public hearing on the 2019 Master Thoroughfare Plan update
- Purchase of a Mowermax Prime Mover for $298,995
- Purchase of 90 feet of pipe for a damaged culvert for $61,200
- Purchase of security monitoring services and hardware for $109,607.21
- Public hearing on a tax abatement request from AREP in Red Oak
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners’ Court will hold a workshop to review proposed participation options with the City of Mansfield regarding TIRZ No. 1 and TIRZ No. 4. The body will also discuss proposed amendments to county development regulations. No action will be taken during this meeting.
- Participation options for Mansfield TIRZ No. 1 and Mansfield TIRZ No. 4
- Proposed development regulation amendments regarding minimum lot sizes, onsite sewage facilities, and drainage
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will discuss and act on a range of administrative, financial, and development items, including several plats in extraterritorial jurisdictions, a variance request for road frontage, and multiple IT purchases. Consent items include approval of bills, payroll, and financial reports, as well as contributions to the Children's Advocacy Center and Museum. The regular agenda features discussion on a performance bond, infrastructure acceptance, and a letter of credit release, along with purchasing actions for county facilities.
- Variance request for minimum road frontage on a 2.59-acre parcel near Cox Road and Crownover Road in Waxahachie ETJ
- Acceptance of a performance bond for Cunningham Estates Phase 2 (153.126 acres) near Old Maypearl Road
- Release of $811,699 letter of credit and acceptance of infrastructure for Sagebrush Addition at Longbranch and Hayes roads in Midlothian ETJ
- Purchase and installation of three washer/extractors for the Detention Center at $117,235 via BuyBoard contract
- Approval to engage Littler Mendelson P.C. for updating county employment policies and procedures
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners Court will vote on a consent agenda including bills, payroll, and minutes, then consider regular agenda items. Key actions include ratifying staff approval of numerous plats (Jewel Estates, G Martinez & Bros Estates, Martinez Farms, Montes Addition, Newton Estates, Skyline Estates, TF 3208, Betik Estates, Mayspring Estates, Blair Property No. 3, Edgewood Estates, Haveron Addition), purchasing a NAS server for the sheriff's office ($94,149.79), and replacing a chiller at the Courts & Administration Building (not to exceed $892,424). The court will also discuss authorizing Flock Safety automatic license plate reader cameras on public rights-of-way and a related MOU with DPS, funding for constables' software, a resolution supporting Meals on Wheels grant application, and a quarterly payment to North Texas Behavioral Health Authority ($52,139). An executive session is scheduled for legal consultation on TCEQ matters, litigation settlement, and real property negotiations.
- Replace non-functional chiller at Courts & Administration Building with York YVAA chiller, not to exceed $892,424
- Purchase NAS Server 128TB for Sheriff's Office from Safarimicro for $94,149.79 via TIPS contract
- Ratify staff action on 12 plats (Jewel Estates, G Martinez & Bros Estates, Martinez Farms, Montes Addition, Newton Estates, Skyline Estates, TF 3208, Betik Estates, Mayspring Estates, Blair Property No. 3, Edgewood Estates, Haveron Addition)
- Authorize TxDOT to install and maintain Flock Safety automatic license plate reader cameras on public rights-of-way and sign MOU with DPS for LPR database access
- Approve $52,139 first quarterly payment to North Texas Behavioral Health Authority for FY25 county matching funds (total $208,556.22)
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners Court will hold a workshop to review and discuss proposed amendments to the Ellis County 2024 Thoroughfare Plan Update. The update was presented by consultants Freese & Nichols. No action will be taken during this meeting.
- Discussion of Ellis County 2024 Thoroughfare Plan Update amendments
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will discuss and vote on a range of administrative and financial items, including a $440,915.78 contract with Hope Health for indigent healthcare, creation of two emergency services districts, and various plat approvals and equipment purchases. The court will also consider a burn ban update and election worker pay raises. The meeting includes a consent agenda with routine approvals of bills, minutes, and financial reports.
- Approval of indigent healthcare contract with Hope Health for $440,915.78
- Purchase of a Doosan DX190W-7 excavator for $277,111 using BuyBoard contract
- Change order #35 for Ellis County Central Project, adding $161,481 for service drive and dumpster enclosure
- Election worker hourly pay increase: $14 for presiding officers, $12 for clerks, effective Oct 1, 2024
- Resolutions of support for creation of Emergency Services District #10 (Bardwell) and #11 (Alma)
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The court will consider ratifying the adopted FY2025 tax rate of $0.273992 per $100 valuation and vote on multiple budget line-item transfers, including shifting $538,000 from Sheriff's salaries to overtime, supplies, and inmate feeding. It will also decide on purchasing firearms for $128,788, renewing election equipment maintenance for $47,250, and a contract for the county website renewal at $29,179. Several zoning variance requests and plat approvals are on the regular agenda.
- Ratify FY2025 tax rate at 0.273992 per $100 (M&O 0.245488, I&S 0.009869, FM 0.018635)
- Sheriff's Office budget transfer: decrease salaries by $538,000, increase overtime by $400,000 and inmate feeding by $101,000
- Purchase of firearms and accessories for $128,788 via BuyBoard cooperative contract
- Approval of $47,250 for hardware maintenance on 350 ExpressVote BMDs
- Renewal of Civic Plus county website contract for $29,179 in FY2025
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 property tax rate, then consider and adopt the FY2025 budget and proposed tax rate. The agenda also includes a motion to ratify the property tax increase reflected in the budget. Consent items cover routine approval of bills, payroll, and monthly reports from Justices of the Peace.
- Public hearing on proposed Fiscal Year 2025 property tax rate
- Adoption of Fiscal Year 2025 budget
- Ratification of property tax increase in the FY2025 budget pursuant to Local Government Code §111.008(c)
- Adoption of Fiscal Year 2025 proposed tax rate
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners Court will consider routine consent items including bills, minutes, a $110,000 Veterans Assistance Grant, and appointments. The regular agenda includes multiple development variance requests, plat approvals, and purchases such as a $508,770 excavator. They will also discuss FY25 budget, election notices for November, and a possible extension of the burn ban.
- Accept $110,000 Texas Veterans Commission grant for Veterans Treatment Court
- Purchase $508,770 2023 Gradall excavator for Precinct 3 via BuyBoard
- Variance request for 0.86-acre parcel at Hemphill and Main in Avalon for front setback encroachment
- Approve joint election services contract and election notices for Nov 5, 2024
- Update on Fiscal Year 2025 budget
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting to discuss and act on two administrative items. The body will propose a property tax rate for Fiscal Year 2025 and consider ratifying a contract for inmate medical consulting services.
- Proposal of property tax rate for Fiscal Year 2025
- Ratification of contract with NCCHC Resources, Inc. for Inmate Medical RFP consulting services
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on the Fiscal Year 2025 proposed budget, elected official salaries, and the local provider participation program mandatory payment rate. The regular agenda includes actions to extend an inmate medical contract ($150,000 increase), purchase a 2024 Bomag Reclaimer ($543,468), approve a lease agreement ($5,500/month), and settle a pending lawsuit. Consent items cover routine financial transfers and acceptance of audit reports for three emergency services districts.
- Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2025 Proposed Budget
- Setting elected official salaries for FY2025
- Setting mandatory payment rate for local provider participation program (Health & Safety Code Ch. 296A)
- Purchase of 2024 Bomag Reclaimer from R.B. Everett & Co. for $543,468
- Extension of inmate medical contract with WellPath, including $150,000 increase
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on tax abatement guidelines and agreements with Loloi, Inc. and Soprema, Inc. The body is also deciding on the November 5, 2024, general election and the creation of Emergency Services District No. 11.
- Proposed lease for JP4/Constable 4 facility at 301 N. 8th Street, Midlothian, for $10,500 per month
- Contract change for exterior signage at Ellis County Central in the amount of $94,998
- TXDOT turn lane project at JP Precinct 2 Building for $304,232
- Ratification of plats for Blue Jay Estates (89.915 acres) and Palmer Park (14.67 acres)
- Line-item transfer of $600,000 from JP2 Sub-Courthouse to Ellis County Central hard costs
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will discuss and act on a performance bond for the Peaks at Lone Elm subdivision, a resolution opposing biosolids application, and potential tax abatement agreements with two companies. Consent items include routine financial reports and emergency service district appointments. Commissioners will also consider terminating the inmate medical services contract and proposing salary increases for elected officials.
- Performance bond of $3,840,570 for the Peaks at Lone Elm subdivision on Angus Road and Hoyt Road in Waxahachie
- Resolution calling for legislation to prohibit the application of biosolids
- Presentations on potential tax abatement agreements with Loloi, Inc. and Soprema, Inc. in Ennis
- Discussion and action to terminate inmate medical services contract with Wellpath, effective October 15, 2024
- Consideration of variance requests for subdivision standards and utility line placement in Renaissance Development and Milford areas
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Court will review the proposed FY 2025 budget and consider several land development requests, including platting exemptions and road frontage variances. The agenda also includes a $329,420.00 purchase for court audio-visual upgrades.
- $329,420.00 purchase of audio-visual equipment upgrades for County Courts at Law #1, #2, #3 and 443rd District Court
- $193,000 transfer from TIRZ Payments to Right of Way funds
- Resolution of support for the Texas Highway Spur 394 Project between FM 877 and I-35E
- Awarding vending machine services contract to SPG Vending Solutions, LLC
- Variance request regarding road frontage requirements in the Ferris ETJ
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners’ Court will hold a workshop on July 3, 2024, to discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget. No action will be taken during this meeting.
- Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Workshop
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners Court will review several land development variance requests in the Ferris, Waxahachie, and Midlothian areas. The court will also consider a petition to create Ellis County Emergency Services District #11 for Alma. Additionally, officials will discuss various budget transfers and facility repair contracts.
- Creation of Ellis County Emergency Services District #11 (Alma)
- $132,442.78 change order for Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 Building Project
- $135,720 purchase of West Complete products for the Law Library
- $48,520 fire alarm repair for Courts & Administration Building
- Land development variance requests in Ferris, Waxahachie, and Midlothian
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners' Court will hold a workshop to review the Texas Association of Counties Health Employee Benefits Plan Renewal. No action will be taken during this meeting.
- Review of the Texas Association of Counties Health Employee Benefits Plan Renewal
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners Court will consider an election for the creation of Emergency Services District No. 10 and the application for the Brahman Ranch Municipal Utility District. The agenda includes allocating $750,000 in total ARPA funds for various bridge and road repairs across three precincts. Additionally, the Court will review several land plat ratifications and large equipment purchases.
- Proposed November 5, 2024, election for Ellis County Emergency Services District No. 10
- $250,000 ARPA fund allocation for Village Creek Bridge and Shankle Road repairs
- $360,500 task order for architectural services for the Courts & Administration building renovation
- Purchase of a 2023 Mack MD7 asphaltic patcher for $285,618
- Ratification of several land plats including Davinci Estates and Vidales Estates
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will meet to consider a range of items including approval of a $177,882 firearms purchase for the Sheriff's Office, several property acquisitions totaling over $778,000, and multiple subdivision plats and variance requests. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as bills, payroll, and reports, as well as executive session discussions on litigation and personnel.
- Purchase of firearms and accessories for $177,882 from STI Firearms dba Staccato
- Acquisition of 101 Kaufman St, Waxahachie for $585,000
- Three right-of-way purchases on S. Hampton Road, Glenn Heights totaling $193,000
- Interlocal road work with City of Red Oak covering 1.5 miles of chip seal on multiple streets
- Variance requests for TerraVista development (472 acres) and other subdivisions
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners' Court is holding three-day budget workshops on May 15-17, 2024, to discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 budget with elected officials, department heads, and the court. No action will be taken at these sessions; they are for discussion only.
- FY 2025 budget discussions with elected officials and department heads
- Workshops run May 15-17, 2024, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Held at Historic Ellis County Courthouse, 101 W. Main St., Waxahachie, TX
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners' Court is holding three days of budget workshops for Fiscal Year 2025. These sessions are for discussion only, with no action to be taken. The workshops bring together elected officials, department heads, and the court to review the upcoming budget.
- FY 2025 budget discussions with elected officials, department heads, and Commissioners' Court
- Workshop runs May 15-17, 2024, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- No action will be taken at the workshops
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners' Court is holding three-day budget workshops on May 15-17, 2024, to discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 budget with elected officials, department heads, and the court. No action will be taken at these sessions; they are for discussion only.
- FY 2025 budget discussions with elected officials and department heads
- Workshop held at Historic Ellis County Courthouse, 101 W. Main St., Waxahachie, TX
- No action to be taken at the workshop
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will hold its regular meeting on May 14, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. in Waxahachie. The agenda includes ratifying staff actions on 10 subdivision plats, awarding contracts for engineering and testing services, approving several equipment purchases, and discussing tax abatement and property matters. The court will also consider a resolution supporting a motor fuel tax exemption and accepting a grant for the Sheriff's Office.
- Ratify preliminary/final plats for Lopez Estates, Alejandro Subdivision, Swords Estates, Ramirez Ranchette, Price's Addition, Hutchings Place, Byrum Ranch Phase One, Orange Tree Acres, Oxford Ranch Two Phase Three, and Shanks Estates
- Award RFSQ-2024-001 Construction Materials Testing and Geotechnical Services to Alpha Testing, Terracon, Raba Kistner, HVJ Associates, and Alliance Geotechnical Group
- Award RFSQ-2024-002 Civil Engineering Services to Teague Nall and Perkins, UA Engineering, DE Corp, Kimley-Horn, Westfall Engineering, Henley-Johnston & Associates, and Braun Intertec
- Purchase a 2024 Ford F-250 with Service Body for $54,840 and a Cimline DuraPatcher on Kenworth Chassis for $312,488.00
- Approve County Judge to sign closing documents for First Baptist Church properties in the amount of $1,729,630.93
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court is holding an emergency meeting to discuss and vote on extending the Disaster Declaration issued May 1, 2024, due to extensive flooding and severe rainfall. The extension aligns with the Governor's April 30 declaration, which includes Ellis County as an affected county. This is the sole agenda item.
- Extend Disaster Declaration issued May 1, 2024 for flooding and severe rainfall
- Declaration addresses imminent public safety risk and transportation failures
- Extension aligns with Governor's April 30 disaster declaration covering Ellis County
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners Court will consider several land development requests, including variances for Jacob’s Addition and TerraVista. The agenda also includes multiple vehicle lease agreements, equipment purchases, and a public hearing regarding a tax abatement agreement with Databank Datacenters, LLC.
- Variance request for 6411 Old Buena Vista Road (Jacob’s Addition)
- Variance requests for TerraVista development at FM 813 and Windham Road
- Lease agreements for Sheriff's Office Chevrolet Tahoes and Animal Control trucks
- Purchase of Meraki Network Hardware for $196,270.00
- Public hearing regarding a tax abatement agreement with Databank Datacenters, LLC
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting on April 16, 2024, to consider consent agenda items, including routine approvals, interlocal agreements for tax collection, and several FY24 line-item transfers. The regular agenda includes a $50,000 grant for CASA, appointment of a Justice of the Peace for Precinct 4, a policy update to ban e-cigarettes and vapes in county buildings, and a contract for debris removal. The court will also enter executive session to discuss litigation, appointments, and real property negotiations.
- Award $50,000 to CASA of Ellis County for FY24
- Appoint Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4
- Update Smoke Free Workplace Policy to include e-cigarettes and vapes
- Execute contract with Crowder Gulf, LLC for debris removal (RFP-2023-002)
- Approve interlocal agreements for tax collection with ESD #7, ESD #9, MUD No. 1B, and others
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court is holding a special meeting with a single executive session item: interviewing candidates for the Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4 position. The closed session is authorized under Texas Government Code for discussing appointments and duties of public officers. No other business is on the agenda.
- Executive session to interview Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4 candidates
- Special meeting at 9:00 a.m. on April 11, 2024, at the Ellis County Historic Courthouse
- Closed session under Texas Government Code §551.074
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will consider consent items, including a $500,000 Rural Law Enforcement Grant for the Sheriff's Office, and a $346,910 contract for emergency generator installation at Ellis County Central using ARPA funds. The regular agenda includes 13 subdivision plats and replats, several line-item transfers, and a presentation on April 8 eclipse preparations. The court will also enter executive session to discuss legal matters and JP4 candidate applications.
- Sheriff's Office to accept $500,000 Rural Law Enforcement Grant from Comptroller
- PCO#029 to Rogers-O'Brien Contract for Emergency Generator at Ellis County Central, $346,910 (ARPA funds)
- Purchase AMX Audio System for Historic Courthouse Commissioners Courtroom, $43,389
- VEMACS Support and VoteSafe Support from VOTEC Corp, $61,746 first year plus $18,006 surcharge
- 13 subdivision plats/replats including TerraVista Phases 1-5 (472.494 acres) and Bolivar Branch Estates
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing and consider amendments to the 2019 Master Thoroughfare Plan near FM 813, Windham Road, and Broadhead Road related to the proposed Terra Vista development. The court will also consider several purchases, including two Dodge Ram trucks for Road & Bridge Precinct 3 and a Ford Police Interceptor for Constable Precinct 4, plus a change order for the Jesus Moroles Monument restoration. Consent agenda items include routine approvals, reports, and several line-item budget transfers.
- Public hearing on amendments to 2019 Master Thoroughfare Plan near FM 813, Windham Road, and Broadhead Road for Terra Vista development
- Purchase of 2024 Dodge Ram 3500 and 2023 Dodge Ram 1500 for $130,303.00 via BuyBoard Contract 724-23
- Change Order #32 for Jesus Moroles Monument restoration totaling $105,929.00
- Property tax refunds of $119,000.71 to be disbursed
- Presentation by Databank Datacenters, LLC on proposed tax abatement agreement
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially authorize contracts for after-hour magistrate services for county law enforcement needs. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, and the meeting is scheduled for March 12, 2024.
- Discussion and action on contracts for after-hour magistrate services for county law enforcement
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners' Court is holding a workshop to discuss the initial findings of a salary survey conducted by Public Sector Personnel Consultants (PSPC). No formal action will be taken at this meeting; it is for discussion only.
- Discussion of initial salary survey findings by PSPC
- Workshop only, no action to be taken
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will hold its regular meeting on March 5, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. in the Historic Courthouse in Waxahachie. The agenda includes consent items such as bills, payroll, and reports, plus regular agenda items covering 12 subdivision plats and replats, a software contract award, a phone line replacement agreement, and several budget transfers. The court will also go into executive session to discuss pending litigation and TCEQ matters.
- Ratify preliminary plat of Blue Jay Estates, 89.915 acres near FM 878 and Youngblood Road, Waxahachie
- Award RFP-2023-003 for Court Case and Jury Management System software to Catalis Courts & Land Records
- Approve agreement with Granite Government Solutions to replace 21 POTS lines at $12,587 annually
- Approve property tax refunds of $95,564.10
- Accept $99,001.93 in opioid settlement funds as unanticipated revenue
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will consider approving a finish-out construction for the Midlothian Tax Office at 661 Aspen Parkway, Suite 100, with a not-to-exceed amount of $420,000, and a change order for the Veterans Office demolition and reconstruction. The court will also act on several development items, including a variance request for Stella Rose Court and ratification of plats for Palmer Park and Cement Valley Corner, plus various financial approvals and line-item transfers.
- Finish-out construction of Midlothian Tax Office (661 Aspen Parkway, Suite 100) not-to-exceed $420,000
- Change Order #PCO#27 to Rogers-O'Brien contract for Veterans Office reconstruction at $111,181
- Variance request for Stella Rose Court pavement standards (FM Hwy. 878 and Ike Road, Waxahachie)
- Ratification of preliminary plat for Palmer Park (FM 813 and Neck Road, Palmer ETJ)
- Property tax refunds totaling $71,723.72 (F.3 and F.4)
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will meet to consider consent agenda items, several plat approvals, a public hearing on on-site sewage facility rule amendments, and a $434,613 purchase of audio-visual equipment. They will also discuss a variance request, interlocal agreements, and other administrative matters.
- Purchase of audio-visual conference equipment for $434,613 from Ford Audio-Visual Systems, LLC
- Public hearing on amendments to Order 182.11 for on-site sewage facilities
- Ratify plats for G. Martinez & Bros Estates, Bruner Subdivision, Los Hernandez, Ranch at Stone Hill Phase 3, Matthews Farms Addition, and Renaissance Phases 1-4
- Variance request for Parcel IDs 244074, 244075, 242576 on N Armstrong Rd, Venus
- Interlocal agreement with City of Red Oak and Harris County
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court is holding a workshop to present and discuss the proposed Mansfield Tax Increment Reinvestment Zones (TIRZ) No. 1 and 4. No action will be taken at this meeting; it is for discussion only.
- Presentation and discussion of proposed Mansfield TIRZ No. 1 and 4
- No action will be taken at this workshop
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will consider a range of items, including amendments to on-site sewage facility rules, several road and plat approvals, and a $186,452 truck purchase. The agenda also includes routine consent items like bills, payroll, and reports, plus a public hearing on new stop signs.
- Public hearing and vote on amendments to Order 182.11 (on-site sewage facilities rules)
- Purchase of a Peterbilt 567 Tractor for $186,452 from Rush Truck Center
- Replat of Irwin Branch Addition Lot 1R-A & 1R-B (4.019 acres, Marshall Rd & FM 664)
- Replat of Morgan Creek Phase 4 Lot 25A-25C (6.452 acres, Norrell & Murr Rds)
- Public hearing on all-way stop signs at Woodstream Rd & Springwood Ln
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners Court will consider several land plats, sewage facility rule amendments, and a $186,452 tractor purchase. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding stop sign installations and mandatory payment rates for the local healthcare provider participation program.
- Purchase of a Peterbilt 567 Tractor for $186,452 from Rush Truck Center
- Public hearing and action on amendments to On-Site Sewage Facilities rules (Order 182.11)
- Public hearing and action on FY2024 mandatory payment rates for the County Health Care Provider Participation Program
- Public hearing and action on installing stop signs at Woodstream Rd and Springwood Ln
- Disbursement of $28,924.66 in property tax refunds
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will meet on January 9, 2024, to consider a consent agenda of routine approvals and a regular agenda with development, purchasing, and administrative items. Key actions include releasing a performance bond for the Estates of Palmer, granting two subdivision variances, ratifying a preliminary plat, leasing two vehicles for constables, and purchasing drainage culverts. The court will also discuss appointing an acting HR director and joining a cybersecurity training program, before possibly entering executive session on legal matters.
- Release performance bond and accept maintenance bonds for Estates of Palmer, 57.8563-acre site near FM 813 and Farrar Road, Palmer
- Variance for Parcel ID #178744 to waive minimum lot depth, 4.54-acre site near FM 813 & Oates Road, Palmer
- Variance for Parcel ID #179811 to waive minimum road frontage, 26-acre site south of Holder Road, Waxahachie
- Lease 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 for Constable Pct. 1 and 2023 Ford F150 Responder for Constable Pct. 3 via BuyBoard Contract #724-23
- Purchase drainage culverts from Hamilton Supply and Wilson Culverts using Smith County interlocal agreement