Ellis County public meetings in 2025
38 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will consider several items, including a contract with Motorola Solutions for the Rave Mobile Safety Suite limited to $119,000 for the first year. The Court will also discuss infrastructure projects such as the Bison Meadows maintenance bonds and will vote on pest‑control service contracts. Additional agenda items cover appointments to the Emergency Services District board, a $700 estray revenue receipt, and various administrative reports.
- Approve Motorola Solutions agreement for Rave Mobile Safety Suite, not to exceed $119,000 for year one
- Release maintenance bonds and accept infrastructure for the 111.936‑acre Bison Meadows site at FM 813 & FM 387 (Waxahachie ETJ)
- Award Bid RFB‑2025‑010 pest‑control contracts to multiple vendors for termite, bee, routine, and emergency services
- Accept $700 estray revenue from the Sheriff’s Office as unanticipated revenue
- Appointment of Mark Hamilton to ESD #9 (Palmer) for a term Jan 15 2026 – Dec 31 2027
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will hold a workshop on December 12, 2025 at 10:00 AM in the Historic Ellis County Courthouse, Commissioners Courtroom (2nd Floor), 101 W. Main Street, Waxahachie, Texas. Commissioners will review and discuss the court case management system contract. No formal action or vote will be taken during the workshop.
- Review and discuss the court case management system contract (no action taken)
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the 2024 Master Thoroughfare Plan for Saralvo Road. Commissioners will consider interlocal cooperation agreements with Oak Leaf, Ovilla, Waxahachie, Waxahachie ISD, and Red Oak ISD for road and bridge maintenance. The Court will approve a salary increase for the Veteran Treatment Court case manager and a $140,000 contingency increase for the Ellis County Courts and Administration Building renovation. An annual $300,000 payment to the Texas County and District Retirement System will also be approved.
- Public hearing on amendment to the Master Thoroughfare Plan for Saralvo Road (Honeysuckle Rd to US‑287 Service Road)
- Approval of interlocal cooperation agreements with Oak Leaf, Ovilla, Waxahachie, Waxahachie ISD, and Red Oak ISD for road and bridge maintenance (2026‑2027 term)
- Increase Veteran Treatment Court case manager salary from $65,000 to $68,309
- Add $140,000 contingency to construction services for the Ellis County Courts and Administration Building renovation
- Approve $300,000 annual payment to the Texas County and District Retirement System
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners Court will review several final plats for land development and approve various software renewals. The body is also considering new vehicle leases and a maintenance contract for the county jail.
- Proposed $183,470 purchase of a 2026 Mack Pinnacle Truck for Road and Bridge Precinct 1
- Proposed $109,492 annual HVAC maintenance contract for the Ellis County Jail with Heritage Air Services LLC
- Proposed lease of two vehicles: a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado ($88,531.40) and a 2026 Ford F-150 ($72,194.64)
- Ratification of final plats for multiple sites including J.J. Estates, Los Nogales Ranch, and Blackhawk Addition
- Approval to increase County Clerk’s Office change fund from $250.00 to $500.00
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting to discuss and take action on canvassing election results. The body will vote to adopt or reject 17 proposed Constitutional Amendments from the 89th Legislature.
- Canvassing of the November 4, 2025, Constitutional Amendment Election results
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will consider a consent agenda covering routine bills, payroll, minutes, and bond limits for check signers. It will approve interlocal cooperation contracts with the City of Garrett, City of Alma, Avalon Independent School District, and Ennis Independent School District for road and bridge maintenance, and will renew a network monitoring system subscription for $111,818.38. Additional items include awarding a drainage culverts contract, leasing vehicles for the district attorney, and discussing a burn‑ban order and development issues at Ferris Ranch and Matthews Farms.
- Acceptance of interlocal cooperation contracts with City of Garrett, City of Alma, Avalon ISD, and Ennis ISD for maintenance, repair, and construction of streets, roads, bridges, etc., term Oct 2025–Sept 2026
- Renewal of the annual network monitoring system subscription with Flair Data Systems for $111,818.38
- Lease of a copier for the Audit Department from Xerox under Cooperative Purchasing Contract #R191104
- Award of Bid Number RFB-2025-009 for drainage culverts to Contech Engineered Solutions and Wilson’s Culverts, Inc.
- Lease agreement for a 2025 Ford Explorer and a 2025 Ford F‑150 for the Ellis County District Attorney’s office
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting to discuss and consider a contract for the purchase of county-owned property. The proposed buyer is Emanuel Panait Real Estate, LLC.
- Contract with Emanuel Panait Real Estate, LLC for purchase of property at 701 North I-35E, Waxahachie, TX 75165
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners Court will discuss updating tax abatement guidelines and potentially enacting an immediate burn ban. The body is also considering several community funding contributions and infrastructure purchases.
- Proposed new Ellis County Tax Abatement Guidelines to replace MO #386.24
- Yearly contributions: $100,000 for Children's Advocacy Center, $66,500 for Meals on Wheels, and $50,000 for Ellis County Museum
- Purchase of a 2026 Mack Anthem 42R Truck for $164,520.00
- Renewal of Microsoft Office 365 and Teams licenses for $172,659.24
- Proposed stop signs at intersections of Skyline Drive and Dawson Drive with Charles, Cecilia, Breezy Hill, Lewis, and Ruby Avenues
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners Court will consider several subdivision plats and platting exemptions across the county. The body will also discuss a lease for a 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 and a $680,000 bond for Yellow Cat Wind, LLC.
- Eight variance requests for the 296.026-acre Legendary Hills on Hamrock site in Italy
- Acceptance of a $680,000 bond from Travelers Insurance for Yellow Cat Wind, LLC
- Interlocal Agreement with NTTA increasing payment to $6.50 for vehicle registration refusals
- Lease agreement with American National Leasing for a 2026 GMC Sierra 1500
- Discussion of real property at 1305 West Jefferson in Waxahachie during executive session
The Commissioners Court approved a $680,000 bond from Travelers Insurance for Yellow Cat Win, LLC to fulfill a road use agreement. The Court also adopted an amendment raising the NTTA vehicle‑registration fee to $6.50, approved regular bills and payroll, ratified three platting exemptions, and authorized FY2025 and FY2026 line‑item budget transfers. All actions were carried out by motion and carried without recorded vote tallies.
- Accepted $680,000 bond from Travelers Insurance for Yellow Cat Win road agreement
- Approved Amendment No. 1 to interlocal agreement increasing NTTA payment to $6.50
- Approved regular bills, payroll, and officers’ reports
- Ratified platting exemption for Parcel ID 187368 (2.00‑acre site)
- Ratified platting exemption for Parcel ID 261957 (2.248‑acre site)
- Ratified platting exemption for Parcel ID 184862 (2.052‑acre site)
- Authorized FY2025 line‑item transfers (decreases of $4,500 and increase of $4,500)
- Authorized FY2026 line‑item transfers (decreases totaling $16,000 and increase of $16,000 for contract services)
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will hold a workshop to review and discuss the proposed Ellis County Economic Development Policy. No action will be taken during this meeting.
- Review and discussion of the proposed Ellis County Economic Development Policy
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners Court will discuss election day vote centers and joint election services for the November 4, 2025, election. The body is also considering updates to the County’s Flood Damage Prevention Order and the release of maintenance bonds for Springside Estates, Phase 2.
- Acceptance of a $360,000 Texas Veterans Commission Fund for Veterans’ Assistance Grant
- Acceptance of a $51,898 Cities Readiness Grant for Emergency Management
- Renewal of comprehensive insurance agreement with Hibbs-Hallmark
- Purchase of Adobe/Microsoft software for JP2 totaling $1,956.96
- Proposed amendment to the Penalty Clause of the County’s Flood Damage Prevention Order
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The regular meeting of the Ellis County Commissioners Court that was scheduled for Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. in the Commissioners’ Courtroom (2nd floor) of the Historic Ellis County Courthouse, 101 W. Main Street, Waxahachie, Texas, has been cancelled. The cancellation notice was posted on September 17, 2025 and signed by County Judge John Wray and County Clerk Krystal Valdez.
- Regular meeting scheduled for Sep 23, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. cancelled
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners Court will consider a consent agenda that includes regular bills, meeting minutes, an interlocal work agreement for Sleepy Hollow Road, and several FY25 line‑item transfers. The Court will discuss and act on the purchase of furniture and installation services for the Courts & Administration Facility remodel at a cost of $245,313.83, and a change order for Avigilon camera licenses and a server totaling $71,177.00. A public hearing will be held on the FY2026 budget, which the Court will then adopt, followed by adoption of the FY2025 property tax rate.
- Approval of Interlocal Work Agreement for Reclaim and Chip Seal on Sleepy Hollow Road (Interlocal MO #462.24)
- Interlocal Deposit from Palmer ISD of $125,307.10 as unanticipated revenue
- Purchase of furniture and installation services for Courts & Administration remodel – $245,313.83
- Change Order #22 for Avigilon camera licenses and NVR2 server – $71,177.00
- Adoption of FY2026 budget and FY2025 property tax rate
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will meet to approve routine payroll and bills, ratify several residential plats, and vote on major purchases including a five-year $137,720.64 law-library software contract and $386,090 in election-system software. The court will also consider line-item budget transfers totaling over $2.2M across multiple departments and hear a public hearing on the county’s Fiscal Year 2026 local provider participation payment rate.
- Ratify final plats for Sanchez Gibson Addition (1.00 ac), Alejandro Addition (5.956 ac), The Stallions (80.00 ac), Funny Farm Acres (3.009 ac), Tommie’s Place (2.227 ac), Ovilla Business Park (1.771 ac), and Stephen Addition Lots 1 & 2 (6.255 ac)
- Approve $137,720.64 five-year contract for WestLaw Proflex law-library software from Thomson Reuters
- Approve $181,090 for Tenex ePollbook system and $205,000 for voter registration software via TASB BuyBoard
- Transfer $224,000 from contingency surplus to concrete stabilization and $2.2M in other departmental budget shifts
- Public hearing to set Fiscal Year 2026 local provider participation payment rate
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners’ Court will meet in Waxahachie to discuss and vote on three voting-system contracts with VR Systems, Inc. totaling $472,914, and to propose the property tax rate for Fiscal Year 2026. The meeting will also include an executive session for legal consultation.
- Execute $199,590 EViD System Sale and License Agreement for 100 epollbooks
- Execute $264,624 Voter Focus System License and Maintenance Agreement
- Execute $8,700 per year Evid System Hardware Repair and Maintenance for epollbooks
- Propose property tax rate for Fiscal Year 2026
- Consult legal counsel on Votec contract conflict
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings regarding the Fiscal Year 2026 Proposed Budget and salaries for elected county and precinct officials. The body will also consider several land plats, a $440,915.28 healthcare contract, and amendments to the Outdoor Business Order.
- One-year contract with Hope Health for Indigent HealthCare Services in the amount of $440,915.28
- Public hearing on proposed amendments to the Outdoor Business Order
- Interlocal Work Agreement for chipseal and TR Fog on 0.7 miles of Sunrise Circle
- Purchase agreement for the acquisition of 1305 West Jefferson in Waxahachie
- Ground lease renewal for 1401 Wiggins Road in Maypearl
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners Court will consider ordering a special election and early voting schedule for 17 proposed Texas Constitutional Amendments. The body will also review several land plats, budget updates for Fiscal Year 2026, and various infrastructure contracts.
- Contract with Texas Materials Group, Inc. for resurfacing Pierce Road and Cole Road for $739,629.06
- Contract with Texas Materials Group, Inc. for resurfacing Castle Ridge Road for $162,384.30
- Task order with HOK for conceptual design of a relocated Ellis County Jail for $177,100 plus expenses
- Construction services for Ellis County Juvenile Facility renovation from Capital Construction Group for $101,574.00
- Purchase of two 2025 Ford Explorers for the District Attorney’s Office totaling $79,867.46
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will review several high-value contracts, including vehicle leases and storage tanks. The body will also discuss the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget and proposed salary increases for elected officials.
- Lease agreement with American National Leasing for five 2025 Chevrolet Tahoes for the Sheriff's office totaling $504,323.65
- Purchase of Aboveground Storage Tanks and services from JF Petroleum Group for $383,300.00
- Cisco Webex Flex Plan subscription renewal with Flair Data Systems, Inc. for $116,270.26
- Proposed salary, allowance, and expense increases for elected county and precinct officials for FY 2026
- Annual contribution of $30,000.00 from the Community Support budget to WRC Pregnancy Center of Ellis County
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners Court will discuss several platting requests and variance applications for properties across the county. The body is also considering contracts for data conversion services and the expansion of the Precinct 2 facility.
- Contract for Berry Dunn Data Conversion Services not to exceed $295,000.00
- Construction services for Ellis County Commissioner Precinct No. 2 facility expansion from Lookup Construction Services for $268,942.96
- Special Road Use Agreement with Yellow Cat Wind LLC bonded for $100,000.00 per mile
- Addendum for County Constables Pct 1, 2, 3 and 4 services totaling $11,400 one-time and $32,400 annual
- Lease agreement with Haight, Taylor, McClain LLC for $5,500.00 per month
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners Court will consider the sale of county property at 701 I-35E and discuss the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget. The body is also reviewing several equipment purchases and land development requests.
- Proposed sale of improved property at 701 I-35E in Waxahachie for $753,000
- Purchase of 2025 Volvo PT125C Pneumatic Roller for $96,320
- Purchase of Leibert IT Unit for Sheriff’s Office for $58,136
- Acceptance of $52,000 HAVA Election Security Sub-Grant with $10,400 county match
- Final plat of Jewel Estates (15.318-acre site) and variance request for Parcel ID No. 178308
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County 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.
- Presentation and review of the Texas Association of Counties Health Employee Benefits Plan Renewal
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners Court will review multiple subdivision plats and a variance request for a site near FM664 and Shiloh Road. The body is also deciding on several contracts, including courthouse architectural services and a new truck for Precinct 2.
- Preservation Architectural Services for the Historic Courthouse in the amount of $392,863.00
- Purchase of one 2026 Mack Pinnacle P164T truck for $168,680.00 for Commissioner Precinct 2
- Interlocal agreement between Ellis County and the City of Alvarado
- Ratification of plats for Ferris Acres, Lara Estates, Highway 85 Estates, Thompson Homestead, Greathouse Ranch, Halverson Estates, and Shook Homestead
- Request for a new outdoor business license for an 11.107-acre site on S US Highway 77
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners’ Court is conducting budget meetings for Fiscal Year 2026. These workshops include discussions with elected officials and department heads. The notice states that no action will be taken during these meetings.
- FY 2026 budget meetings with elected officials and department heads
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners’ Court is conducting budget meetings with elected officials and department heads. The document states that no action will be taken during these workshops.
- FY 2026 budget discussions
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners’ Court is conducting budget meetings for Fiscal Year 2026 with elected officials and department heads. These workshops are for discussion only; no action will be taken.
- FY 2026 budget meetings with elected officials and department heads
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners Court will consider several land development plats and variance requests for properties in Waxahachie, Ferris, and surrounding areas. The body will also vote on equipment purchases and a four-year bank depository contract.
- Purchase of four sign trailers from American Signal for $55,527.88
- Awarding Bank Depository Services to First Financial Bank for a four-year term
- Variance requests for road frontage and lot size for parcels in Waxahachie and Midlothian ETJs
- Approval of performance bond submittals for TerraVista Subdivision, Phase 1
- Line-item transfer of $550,000.00 from Inmate-Medical to Contract Services-NTBHA
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners Court will consider multiple subdivision plats and variance requests through the Department of Development. The body will also vote on equipment contracts for the Precinct 4 Constable and various budget line-item transfers.
- Contracts with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for Precinct 4 Constable in-car cameras ($35,053 total) and body-worn cameras ($21,674 total)
- Ratification of plats for several developments including Bison Meadows South, Sunflower Estates, and The Trails at Hidden Creek
- Canvassing of results for the May 3, 2025, Special Election to create Emergency Services District No. 12
- Resolution to designate a portion of U.S. Highway 287 as Ernest Tubb Memorial Highway
- Approval of microwave tower interlocal agreements for sites at 300 S. Jackson St. and 2272 FM Rd. 878 in Waxahachie
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting on May 7, 2025, to address the vacancy in the County Judge position. The court will conduct interviews, accept the resignation of Judge Todd Little, and consider appointing a successor. An executive session is scheduled for deliberation on the appointment.
- Conduct interviews for the Ellis County Judge position
- Acceptance of resignation letter from County Judge Todd Little
- Discussion and possible action to appoint a new County Judge to fill the vacancy
- Executive session under Texas Government Code §551.074 for deliberation on the appointment
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners Court will consider amendments to the 2024 Master Thoroughfare Plan and various subdivision platting and variance requests. The body will also review several budget line-item transfers and administrative policy updates.
- Public hearing for a proposed minor arterial road amendment near Bozek Lane, State Highway 34, and FM 985
- Right-of-way payments to TxDOT for FM 664 in amounts of $26,474.00 and $134,904.72
- Property tax refunds totaling $6,164.00
- Performance bond acceptance for Blue Jay Estates Subdivision (89.915 acres)
- Review of applications for the County Judge position in executive session
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners Court will consider adopting new voting precinct boundaries, authorizing a contract for animal shelter services, and joining a public power pool for electricity purchasing. The court also will vote on multiple subdivision plats and variance requests, as well as a $191,832 contract for grading and retaining wall construction. An executive session is planned to discuss pending TPDES permits and municipal utility district petitions.
- Adoption of voting precinct boundary changes effective January 15, 2026
- Resolution supporting Red Oak EDC acquisition of approximately 133.5 acres outside city limits
- Award of RFP-2025-005 Animal Shelter and Maintenance Services to So Fetch Safe Haven
- $191,832 contract with Lookup Properties, Inc. for grading, retaining wall, and hydro-mulch at Ellis County Central
- Resolution to join Public Power Pool (P3) for competitive electricity pricing beginning January 2026
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will consider a $3.1 million contract for renovation of the Courts & Administration Building, along with purchases of Tasers for the jail and Dell laptops for the Sheriff's Office. The agenda also includes approval of interlocal road maintenance agreements with several cities and school districts, and discussion of the FY 2026 budget calendar. An executive session is scheduled for legal consultation on TCEQ permits and personnel matters.
- Contract with The Christman Company for Courts & Administration Building renovation at $3,127,655
- Purchase of 35 Taser 7 models for the jail from Axon Enterprise for $168,336
- Installation of new roofs on Sheriff's Training Center, Juvenile Services, and Records Storage Buildings for $441,150
- Interlocal road maintenance agreements with Oak Leaf, Ovilla, Waxahachie, Waxahachie ISD, and Red Oak ISD
- Selection of County Engineer and appointment process for County Judge
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners Court will hear consent items including financial reports and an interlocal contract with the City of Venus, then take up regular agenda items such as development variances, road projects, and equipment purchases. A key item is a proposed $570,115 contract to resurface about 8,190 feet of Joe Wilson Road. The Court will also discuss a resolution supporting creation of Emergency Services District #12 (Milford) and enter executive session on pending litigation and real property negotiations.
- Approval of a $570,115 contract with Texas Materials Group to resurface Joe Wilson Road (Precinct 4)
- Purchase of two 2025 Mack trucks for Road & Bridge Precinct 4 at $339,838
- Resolution of support for creating Ellis County Emergency Services District #12 (Milford)
- Discussion of variance requests for the proposed Ellis Ranch Manors development (122.595 acres near Waxahachie)
- Executive session on pending litigation (Manuel Nunez v. Ellis County) and property sale at 501 N. 9th St., Midlothian
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners Court will consider several subdivision plats and variance requests, including a 177.74-acre Venus Data Center preliminary plat. The body will also vote on various service contracts and budget line-item transfers.
- Preliminary plat for Venus Data Center (177.74 acres) southwest of V.V. Jones Road and East CR 109
- NEOGOV hiring and onboarding subscription services for $74,485.70
- HOK engineering design for additional parking at 101 Kaufman Street for $48,100
- Local Government Solutions quote for data extraction for $47,200
- Interlocal cooperation contract with City of Maypearl for street and waterway maintenance
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will consider awarding a $3.1 million renovation contract for the Courts and Administration building, along with several budget transfers, surplus equipment disposal, and the sale of county-owned property. Several routine consent items and appointments to the Emergency Services District board are also on the agenda.
- Awarding CSP-2025-001 — Courts and Administration Renovation to the Christman Company for $3,127,655
- Line-item transfers moving $2M from courts building soft/hard costs to furniture/equipment for JP2 sub-courthouse and Ellis County Central
- Declaration of surplus equipment: 14 boxes of law books, ~20 printers, ~20 monitors, ~73 CPUs/laptops/tablets, ~17 iPhones, misc. electronics
- Engagement of Hi View Real Estate to sell county-owned property at 501 N. 9th St., Midlothian
- Executive session to deliberate the purchase/exchange/lease of the SPCA facility at 2570 FM 878, Waxahachie
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will meet on February 4, 2025, to consider a consent agenda with routine financial reports and appointments, and a regular agenda including development variances, plat approvals, purchases, and administrative items. Key actions include a resolution supporting the creation of an additional district court, adoption of a rabies control program, and authorization for a $497,324 audiovisual system purchase for a JP sub-courthouse. The court may also enter executive session to discuss litigation and a personnel matter.
- Resolution supporting creation of an additional district court for Ellis County (item 3.6)
- Purchase of audiovisual equipment for JP Precinct 2 sub-courthouse from Ford Audio-Visual Systems for $497,324 (item 2.6)
- Task Order No. 7 with Kitchell for $451,950 for county project management (item 2.8)
- Adoption of minimum rabies control standards and designation of Sheriff as Local Rabies Control Authority (items 3.7, 3.8)
- Discussions and actions on final plats for New Beginnings Estates, Thomas Acres, The Estates at Red Oak Ranch, Rodgers Burns Estates, and Sheppeard Estates West Replat (items 1.3-1.7)
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
This special meeting has two main items. Commissioners will discuss and possibly act on a ground lease with the State of Texas for the Texas Juvenile Justice Department. They will also hold an executive session to consult with legal counsel about pending litigation concerning the Wayne McCollum Detention Center and staff. A previous item on supporting a new district court has been removed.
- Discussion and action on a ground lease with State of Texas for Texas Juvenile Justice Department
- Executive session regarding litigation at Wayne McCollum Detention Center and staff
- Removed previous item: resolution of support for creation of a new District Court for Ellis County
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Ellis County Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing and consider ordering a May 3, 2025 election to confirm creation of Emergency Services District #12 and authorize a tax. The consent agenda includes approval of bills, monthly reports, line-item transfers (including shifting $400,000 from sheriff's salaries to overtime), and a severance agreement. Regular agenda items involve vacating a 2,500-foot section of Amber Lane, ratifying several plats, purchasing equipment (track loader for $115,980 and X-ray system for $43,017), approving an engineering agreement not to exceed $50,000, discussing an interlocal agreement with Flower Mound, and amending the Animal Control Ordinance. The court will also enter executive session on pending litigation, a SPCA termination notice, and real property negotiations.
- Public hearing and election order for Emergency Services District #12 (May 3, 2025) with property tax authorization
- Approval of severance agreement and general release for Kellye Hughes
- Line-item transfer decreasing sheriff's full-time salaries by $400,000 and increasing overtime by $400,000
- Purchase of a 2024 299D3 XE Compact Track Loader from Holt Cat for $115,980 (Road & Bridge Precinct 4)
- Discussion and possible action to amend the Ellis County Animal Control Ordinance
Ellis County Commissioners Court Agenda
The Commissioners Court will decide on several land replats and plats, approve various equipment and vehicle purchases, and consider a $62,000 contribution to Meals on Wheels North Central Texas. The body will also discuss a non-binding resolution for a 9-1-1 update system.
- Yearly contribution of $62,000 to Meals on Wheels North Central Texas, Inc.
- Annual $109,492 contract for HVAC and mechanical maintenance at Ellis County Jail
- Purchase of JP2 network equipment from Flair Data for $38,705.14
- Purchase of two 2023 Chevrolet 1500 Work Trucks for $31,273.00 and $29,296.00
- Replat of Crestview Estates Addition (3.517 acres) and Suburban Estates (1.27 acres)