Midland County Commissioners met Court Jan. 23.
Here are the minutes provided by the court:
Be it remembered that on Monday the 23th day of January, 2023 at 9:00a.m a meeting of the Midland County Commissioners Court was called to order in the Commissioners Courtroom, located at the Midland County Courthouse, 500 North Loraine Street, Midland, Texas. The following members were present:
Terry Johnson, County Judge;
Scott Ramsey, County Commissioner Precinct No. 1;
Jeff Somers, County Commissioner Precinct No. 2;
Luis D. Sanchez, County Commissioner Precinct No. 3;
Dianne Anderson, County Commissioner Precinct No. 4
Recorded by Ana Almuina, Chief Deputy County Clerk
1. Call to Order.
2. Invocation given by Pastor Bob Pace, Grace Lutheran Church.
3. Pledges of Allegiances.
Call item 12-15
Call item 43-44
4. Discuss and take action allowing new staff attorney to train under current staff attorney for month of February.
Presented by Judge David Rogers, 142nd District Court. The new attorney, Daily Hallmark will start February 1. Bob Dawsons last day is February 28, so we’re asking for a bit of overlap. The salary should come out of District Court budget, salaried employee, I think its $5,005.00.
Motion that we approve the new staff attorney to train under the current staff attorney for the month of February.
Motion by: Sanchez Second by: Anderson Exhibit: 18
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
5. Discuss and take action on pay grade and step for County Court-at-Law bailiff.
Presented by Judge Mark Henry Dettman, County Court at Law. I would like to increase the County Court at Law Bailiff from a grade 18 step 1 to a grade 18 step 7. Because that is what the other bailiff currently is. The raise to step 7 would be $68 thousand and change.
Motion to adjust the bailiff’s salary to an 18.7.
Motion by: Ramsey Second by: Somers Exhibit: 19-21
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
6. Discuss and take action on Agreement for Current Mural Restoration in Midland County, Texas and payment to Calina Johnson.
Presented by County Judge Johnson and Russell Malm, County Attorney. Veronica Morales, Auditor joined the conversation.
Motion to approve the execution of the contract for Calina Johnson including upfront payment of $16,000.00.
Motion by: Ramsey Second by: Johnson Exhibit: 22-31
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
7. Acknowledge Quarterly Reports for JP 2 & JP 4.
Presented by Judge John Barton, Justice of the Peace Precinct 4.
Motion to acknowledge quarterly reports for JP 2 and JP 4.
Motion by: Anderson Second by: Somers Exhibit: 32-85
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
8. Discuss and take action on salary increase for Maritza Aime Carrasco, Kayla Faye Wilson, and Pamela Brown-Whitley for magistration duties and working holidays and weekends.
Presented by Judge Edelmira Subia, Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 and Judge Susan Rayos, Justice of the Peace Precinct 3. They are asking for the same salary increase of $4,000.00 per clerk. Using the fund 236.
Motion that we do a salary increase for Maritza Aime Carrasco, Kayla Faye Wilson, and Pamela Brown-Whitley for magistration duties and working holidays and weekends at the amount of $4,000.00 per clerk and the money to come out of the Justice Court Assistance and Technology fund #236.
Motion by: Sanchez Second by: Somers Exhibit: 86-87
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
9. Discuss and take action on pay grade and step for two new hires for JP 3.
Presented by Judge Susan Rayos, Justice of the Peace Precinct 3.
Judge Rayos would like to hire the two new hires at a higher grade and step.
Commissioner Sanchez relays we have to see what kind of experience they have in writing. Please bring us documentation showing what kind of experience they have.
Tabled for more information. Exhibit: 88-89
Recalled by Judge Subia, Justice of the Peace Precinct 1.
Judge Subia, Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 spoke on behalf of Judge Rayos, Justice of the Peace Precinct 3. There was some information provided to request these new hires at a higher pay. Commissioner Sanchez explained the process for requesting a higher step. It is his opinion that this situation does not meet those requirements. No action taken.
10. Conduct Public Hearing regarding the proposed approval of an agreement with Pioneer Hutt Wind Energy, LLC granting a tax abatement for future construction of a wind farm on property located in the Pioneer Hutt Renewable Project Reinvestment Zone.
Judge Johnson opened a public hearing regarding the proposed approval of an agreement with Pioneer Hutt Wind Energy, LLC granting a tax abatement for future construction of a wind farm on property located in the Pioneer Hutt Renewable Project Reinvestment Zone. The Judge asked if there was anyone present that wanted to speak. No one came forward to speak.
11. Discuss and take action on approval of an agreement with Pioneer Hutt Wind Energy, LLC granting a tax abatement for future construction of a wind farm on property located in the Pioneer Hutt Renewable Project Reinvestment Zone.
Judge Johnson abstained from voting due to his situation.
Commissioner Ramsey first thought this was a good idea, then he realized that it wasn’t going to be much of a benefit for Midland County. Commissioner Anderson relays that Midland County does not even get the energy benefits. Commissioner Sanchez stated that it is a great idea but no answers to how it will benefit Midland County. 10 years is a long time. Commissioner Somers agreed with the other commissioners.
No action taken. Exhibit: 90-100
12. Discuss and take action on HIDTA FY2023 Grant Application.
Presented by Sheriff Criner. This is an annual grant application.
Motion that the County Judge sign the HIDTA FY2023 grant application.
Motion by: Ramsey Second by: Somers Exhibit: 101-109
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
13. Discuss and take action on use of Horseshoe for Big Bend Area Law Enforcement Officers Association on February 8, 2023.
Presented by Sheriff Criner.
Motion to use the Education building at the Midland County Horseshoe on February 8, 2023, for the Big Bend Area Law Enforcement Officers Association.
Motion by: Ramsey Second by: Sanchez Exhibit: 110
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
14. Discuss and take action on pay grade and step for Detention Maintenance position.
Presented by Sheriff Criner. I would like to move the current salary grade 21.1 to 20.1. We don’t need position for Maintenance supervisor, just need a position for a maintenance officer
Motion that we approve the pay grade maintenance person in Detention from grade 21 to grade 20.
Motion by: Anderson Second by: Sanchez Exhibit: 111
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
15. Acknowledge Sheriff’s Office Monthly Report for December 2022.
Presented by Sheriff Criner.
Motion to acknowledge Sheriff’s Office monthly report for December 2022.
Motion by: Anderson Second by: Somers Exhibit: 112-115
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
16. Conduct Public Hearing on possible placement of 4-Way Stop signs on CR 130 at CR 1180.
County Judge Johnson opened a public hearing for possible placement of 4-Way Stop signs on CR 130 at CR 1180. Judge Johnson asked if there was anyone wishing to speak. No one came forward.
17. Discuss and take action on possible placement of 4-Way Stop signs on CR 130 at CR 1180.
Presented by Ruben Mata, Road and Bridge Director of Administrations. There are more residents.
Motion to approve the placement of a 4-way stop sign on CR 130 and CR 1180.
Motion by: Somers Second by: Ramsey Exhibit: 116-120
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
18. Conduct Public Hearing reducing speed limit on CR 130 from 45 MPH to 35 MPH.
County Judge Johnson opened a public hearing for reducing speed limit on CR 130 from 45 MPH to 35 MPH. Judge Johnson asked if there was anyone wishing to speak. No one came forward.
19. Discuss and take action reducing speed limit on CR 130 from 45 MPH to 35 MPH.
Presented by Ruben Mata, Road and Bridge Director of Administrations.
Motion reducing the speed limit on CR 130 from 45 MPH to 35 MPH
Motion by: Somers Second by: Sanchez Exhibit: 121-125
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
20. Discuss and take action on court minutes from January 4 & 9, 2023.
Presented by Ana Almuina, Chief Deputy County Clerk.
Motion approving the January 4 and 9, 2023 court minutes.
Motion by: Ramsey Second by: Somers Exhibit: 126
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
21. Discuss and take action on court fees for County and District Clerks’ Offices.
Presented by Ana Almuina, Chief Deputy County Clerk. These are the fees for December 2022.
Motion to accept the court fees for County and District Clerks’ offices.
Motion by: Anderson Second by: Somers Exhibit: 127-140
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
22. Discuss and take action on personnel memoranda.
Presented by Sara Gray, Treasurer. Everything is normal.
Motion to approve personnel memoranda.
Motion by: Ramsey Second by: Somers Exhibit: 141-143
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
23. Discuss and take action paying comp time over 60 hours.
Presented by Sara Gray, Treasurer. Veronica Morales, Auditor joined the conversation.
There was some discussion about funds being budgeted to cover.
Motion to approve paying comp time over 60 hours.
Motion by: Somers Second by: Ramsey Exhibit: 144-147
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
24. Discuss and take action appointing Sick Leave Pool Administrator.
Presented by Sara Gray, Treasurer.
Motion that Sara Gray be appointed as the Sick Leave Pool Administrator.
Motion by: Andrews Second by: Sanchez Exhibit: 148-149
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
25. Discuss and take action appointing Commissioner to the Investment Committee per the investment policy.
Presented by Sara Gray, Treasurer.
Motion that we accept Jeff Somers to be the commissioner appointed to the Investment Committee.
Motion by: Johnson Second by: Anderson Exhibit: 150
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
26. Discuss and take action appointing Investment Officer.
Presented by Sara Gray, Treasurer. Mitzie Baker was appointed as the Investment Officer, she is retired, so I am asking to be appointed as Investment Officer, to take over those responsibilities, I am already registered for the basic investments school at the end of February, and will go to the Investment Academy in June
Motion that we appoint Sara Gray as the Investment Officer for Midland County.
Motion by: Sanchez Second by: Ramsey Exhibit: 151-153
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
27. Discuss and take action on line item transfers.
Presented by Veronica Morales, Auditor. There were a few exceptions.
Motion to approve all line-item transfers.
Motion by: Ramsey Second by: Somers Exhibit: 154-175
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
28. Discuss and take action on bills and wire transfers.
Presented by Veronica Morales, Auditor. There were a few exceptions. There is an additional bill for Premise Health $ 14,180.00 for January.
Motion to approve all bills and wire transfers.
Motion by: Somers Second by: Ramsey Exhibit: 176-183
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
Recalled by Veronica Morales, Auditor.
Veronica Morales, Auditor discussed a situation with a damaged door at the Horseshoe which the Auditor has a bill to pay. She is not sure who is responsible.
Eddie Melendez, Facilities Director stated his office does not know how the property was damaged. The invoice is for Overhead Door Company in the amount of $1,375.00.
Justin Bunch, Emergency Management Coordinator answered the Courts questions. We need to do a better job with reporting incidents. Russell Malm, County Attorney relayed that Personnel Policy 11.04 states that only County Employees are to use County vehicles or equipment. The contract allows Horseshoe Hospitality employees to use them, but no vendors are allowed to use County equipment.
Motion to approve this bill out of Risk Management to pay $1,375.00 to Overhead Door Company.
Motion by: Sanchez Second by: Ramsey Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
29. Receive and acknowledge FY2022 GASB 75 Actuary Report of OPEB (Other Post-Employment Benefits).
Presented by Veronica Morales, Auditor.
Motion to acknowledge FY2022 GASB 75 Actuary report of Other Post-Employment Benefits.
Motion by: Anderson Second by: Sanchez Exhibit: 184-220
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
30. Discuss and take action on Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Workforce Solutions Permian Basin.
Presented by Debbie Garza, Library Director. This has been reviewed by the County Attorney. Matt Glaser, Associate Library Director joined the conversation
Motion that we approve the Memorandum of Understanding with Workforce Solutions Permian Basin.
Motion by: Sanchez Second by: Anderson Exhibit: 221-223
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
31. Discuss and take action on donation in the amount of $1,000.00 from Rosalind Redfern Grover in memory of John and Rosalind Redfern.
Presented by Debbie Garza, Library Director. This is for the Rosalind Redfern Genealogical Center at the Centennial Library.
Motion to accept the donation of $1,000.00 from Rosalind Redfern Grover in memory of John and Rosalind Redfern.
Motion by: Ramsey Second by: Somers Exhibit: 224-225
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
32. Discuss and take action on Special Projects 75 2024 Mobile Skills Lab Grant application.
Presented by Debbie Garza, Library Director. Matt Glaser, Associate Library Director joined the conversation. Veronica Morales, Auditor had a few questions about the grant.
Motion to apply for the Special projects 75 2024 Mobile Skills Lab Grant.
Motion by: Ramsey Second by: Somers Exhibit: 226-250
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
33. Acknowledge 4th Quarter Warrant Services Collections Report.
Presented by Chief Scott Casbeer, Chief Warrant Services.
Motion to acknowledge 4th quarter Warrant Services collection report.
Motion by: Somers Second by: Sanchez Exhibit: 251-253
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
34. Discuss and take action on application of Office of the Texas Governor Grant for Specialized Advocacy for Commercially Sexually Exploited youth, FY 2024.
Presented by Jeff Leyva, Chief Juvenile Probation Officer. The deadline is February 9. Generally, we present this to Juvenile Board first but due to the deadline, and notice we got on this, I am coming to commissioner’s court first to request that permission. We do have it agenized for the Juvenile Board meeting for tomorrow morning to present this to
the Board. We need a tax ID first. Veronica Morales, Auditor relays this would fall under Midland County tax ID # in applying for the office of the governor’s grant, that is why he is before the court.
Motion that we allow Chief Leyva to proceed with the application for Office of the Texas Governor Grant for Specialized Advocacy for Commercially Sexually Exploited youth, FY 2024.
Motion by: Anderson Second by: Ramsey Exhibit: 254
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
35. Acknowledge Summary of All Collections for Tax Office.
Presented by Karen Hood, Tax Assessor Collector. These are the collections for November 2022.
Motion that we acknowledge the summary of all collections for the Tax Office.
Motion by: Sanchez Second by: Somers Exhibit: 255-256
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
36. Discuss and take action on resolution for Grant #3640505 – Victim’s Assistance Grant.
Presented by Laura Nodolf, District Attorney. Items #36, 37 and 38 are all related.
Motion to sign the resolution letter for Grant #3640505 Victim’s Assistance grant.
Motion by: Ramsey Second by: Somers Exhibit: 257-258
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
37. Discuss and take action on CEO/Law Enforcement Certification and Assurance Form for Grant #3640505 – Victim’s Assistance Grant.
Presented by Laura Nodolf, District Attorney.
Motion for the County Judge and Sheriff Criner to sign the CEO Law Enforcement Certificate and Assurance form for Grant #3640505.
Motion by: Ramsey Second by: Johnson Exhibit: 259-260
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
38. Discuss and take action on OOG Grant application #3640505 for Restitution Specialist.
Presented by Laura Nodolf, District Attorney.
Motion granting permission to submit application for renewal of OOG grant application #3640505 for Restitution Specialist
Motion by: Ramsey Second by: Sanchez Exhibit: 261-277
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
39. Discuss and take action on out-of-state travel for Bonita Tribble, Whitney Garnett, and Lauren Gavin to attend NDAA Trial Advocacy Series Cross-Examination in Columbia, SC, April 30 – May 3, 2023.
Presented by Laura Nodolf, District Attorney.
Motion to allow out-of-state travel for Bonita Tribble, Whitney Garnett, and Lauren Gavin to attend NDAA Trial Advocacy Series Cross-Examination in Columbia, SC, April 30 – May 3, 2023.
Motion by: Somers Second by: Anderson Exhibit: 278-279
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
40. Acknowledge Travelers Insurance property damage claim for roof hail damage to Midland County buildings that occurred May 2022.
Presented by Ken Colston, Risk Manager.
Ken relays we just received a check last week from Travelers Insurance for
$ 2,509,031.88. There was a lengthy discussion about going out for RFPs. Kristy Engeldahl, Purchasing Agent joined the conversation. Russell Malm, County Attorney joined the conversation.
Motion acknowledging the Travelers Insurance property damage claim check.
Motion by: Ramsey Second by: Sanchez Exhibit: 280-391
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
41. Discuss and take action going out for RFP for Banking Services.
Presented by Kristy Engeldahl, Purchasing Agent.
Motion to go out for RFP for banking services.
Motion by: Ramsey Second by: Sanchez Exhibit: 392-393
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
42. Discuss and take action going out for RFQ for Roof Engineering Services.
Presented by Kristy Engeldahl, Purchasing Agent.
Motion that we go out for RFQ for roof engineering services.
Motion by: Sanchez Second by: Somers Exhibit: 394
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
10:29am take a break to return at 1:15pm
1:16pm back into Regular Session
Call item 45
43. Discuss and take action on exterior ramp for Horseshoe Amphitheater.
Presented by Eddie Melendez, Facilities Director.
This is a budgeted item to complete installation of exterior ramp close to the amphitheater. The cost is $35,423.00.
Motion to install the new exterior ramp at the amphitheater.
Motion by: Ramsey Second by: Sanchez Exhibit: 395-402
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
44. Discuss and take action on purchase of security cameras for 509 Loraine.
Presented by Eddie Melendez, Facilities Director. $18,167.00 ACI advanced Connections.
Motion to approve the purchase of security cameras for 509 Loraine.
Motion by: Somers Second by: Ramsey Exhibit: 403
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
45. Discuss and take action on purchase of John Deere 772 6WD Motor Grader for Road & Bridge.
Presented by Ruben Mata, Road and Bridge Director of Administrations. This is a budgeted item and a replacement item. Tabled for more information. Exhibit: 404
46. Discuss and take action on purchase of Broce Broom for Road & Bridge.
Presented by Ruben Mata, Road and Bridge Director of Administrations. This is a budgeted item. To add to our fleet for chip sealing. It is a self-contained driving unit it makes it more efficient to do the job.
Motion to take action on the purchase of Broce Broom for Road and Bridge
Motion by: Somers Second by: Anderson Exhibit: 405
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
47. Discuss and take action on Interlocal Cooperation Contract with Presidio County for 2022 TxCDBG Colonia Fund: Planning & Needs Assessment.
Presented by Commissioner Sanchez. This is an interlocal agreement that was sent to us from TxCDBG , they changed their rules on how you apply for colonial grants.. In the past you could apply as a county, now they divided it up in regions, we are part of the Presidio region. Russell Malm, County Attorney has reviewed it.
Motion that we approve the interlocal agreement with Presidio County for 2022 TxCDBG Colonia fund planning and needs assessment.
Motion by: Sanchez Second by: Anderson Exhibit: 406-410
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
48. Discuss and take action on payment and agreement with Midland Chamber of Commerce for Star-Spangled Salute Event.
Presented by Jenny Hilton, County Court Administrator. $50,000.00.
Motion that we approve payment and agreement with the Midland Chamber of Commerce for the Star-Spangled Salute event.
Motion by: Anderson Second by: Somers Exhibit: 411-418
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
49. Discuss and take action appointing Dianne Anderson to the MOTRAN Alliance Board of Directors.
Presented by Judge Johnson.
Motion that we appoint Dianne Anderson to the MOTRAN Alliance Board of Directors.
Motion by: Sanchez Second by: Ramsey Exhibit: 419-420
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
50. Discuss and take action appointing Dianne Anderson to the Museum of the Southwest Board of Trustees.
Presented by Judge Johnson.
Motion that we appoint Dianne Anderson on the board of the Museum of the Southwest.
Motion by: Johnson Second by: Sanchez Exhibit: 421-422
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
51. Discuss and take action on amendment of Public Events Management Contract dated September 6, 2018 by and between the County of Midland and Dooley Management Company limited solely to changing the words “County Judge” to “Commissioners Court” in 4th paragraph on page 5.
Commissioner Anderson relays she brought this to court to consider making the Judge the head of negotiation for Horseshoe.
Commissioner Ramsey relays he has no desire of taking Precinct 1’s voice from them.
Judge Johnson relays that the previous County Judge had this power. He would like the contract to go back the way it was. Commissioner Somers had some questions. Commissioner Sanchez relays if I see something I disagree with then we can still bring things to court and voice our opinion.
Make a motion that we amend the Public Events Management contract dated September 6, 2018 by and between the County of Midland and Dooley Management Company limited solely to changing the words “Commissioners Court” to “County Judge” in 4th paragraph on page 5.
Motion by: Anderson Second by: Sanchez Exhibit: 423-425
For: Somers, Johnson Against: Ramsey Abstaining:
Sanchez, Anderson
52. Discuss and take action reaffirming County Judge’s responsibility of duties as listed in the contract between Midland County and DMC/Horseshoe Hospitality.
County Judge Johnson stated that he has never appointed or designated anyone to do that job in my place. He wants to reaffirm the contract.
Commissioner Ramsey relays there is no reason to reaffirm the contract that is already in place. Judge Johnson states that he has not seen a report from the Horseshoe. Joe Kelley, President of Horseshoe Hospitality Services LLC asked Russell Malm, County Attorney if the contract would be sent to him for his approval. Mr. Malm affirmed that would happen. There was some discussion about the need for the approval of the contract by Horseshoe Hospitality Services LLC.
After the motion passed Mr. Kelley stated that they used to provide monthly updates but discontinued at the request of the Court Administrator during COVID. He does send quarterly reports to all members of the court. He will start the monthly reports again.
Motion to reaffirm County Judges responsibility of duties as listed in the contract between Midland County and DMC/Horseshoe Hospitality.
Motion by: Anderson Second by: Johnson Exhibit: 426-427
For: Somers, Johnson Against: Ramsey Abstaining:
Sanchez, Anderson
Recall item 28
53. Discuss and take action going out for RFP on design of Hike and Bike trail at Horseshoe.
Presented by Commissioner Sanchez. This should be for an RFQ. There was a discussion about the location and the need for a design. This has been an idea for years. There are grants out there that could help.
Motion that we approve going out for RFQ on design of Hike and Bike trail at the Horseshoe.
Motion by: Sanchez Second by: Somers Exhibit: 428
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
Recall item 9
54. Discuss and take action on purchase of ROW for future WCR 120.
Tabled
55. Discuss and take action considering alternate ARPA funds spending plan.
Presented by Andrew Avis, Public Works Director. Due to the new court he wanted to look at the ARPA list again. We do have the ability to use the funds for the jail land that was already purchased. Veronica Morales, Auditor joined the conversation. Because the funds were for revenue loss the funds are subject to different rules. No action taken. Exhibit: 429-433
56. Discuss and take action authorizing change order to LMC For IT modifications to the Visitation plan.
Presented by Andrew Avis, Public Works Director.
Motion to authorize the change order to LMC for the change to the visitation project.
Motion by: Ramsey Second by: Somers Exhibit: 434-440
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
57. Discuss and take action on architectural due diligence related to Sheriff’s Office contract.
Presented by Andrew Avis, Public Works Director.
Motion to authorize architectural due diligence related to Sheriff Office contract.
Motion by: Somers Second by: Sanchez Exhibit: 441
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
58. Discuss and take action authorizing Parkhill to perform water and sewer analysis at Sheriff’s Office property.
Presented by Andrew Avis, Public Works Director.
Motion authorizing Parkhill to perform water and sewer analysis of Sheriff’s Office Property.
Motion by: Somers Second by: Sanchez Exhibit: 442
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
59. Take action on submitted applications for permits to use county right-of-way for utility and line installations, driveway construction, road dedication, and mailbox construction.
Permit to Construct Driveway Facilities on County Right of way:
Enterprise Texas Pipeline LLC on ECR 120
Enterprise Texas Pipeline LLC on ECR 160
Enterprise Texas Pipeline LLC on NCR 1090
Enterprise Navitas Midstream Midland Basin LLC on ECR 230
Redneck Metal Buildings on ECR 130
Redneck Metal Buildings on ECR 130
Redneck Metal Buildings on ECR 130
Devin Davis on SCR 1067
Mine Service, Inc. on SCR 1160
ETP Crude, LLC on SCR 1020
Request for designation of location for crossing of a Midland County Texas road:
Pioneer Natural Resources USA, Inc. on CR 1210
ONCOR on SCR 1210
ATMOS ENERGY on WCR 121
Cable One on WCR 171
Oncor Electric Delivery on SCR 1300
Enterprise Texas Pipeline LLC on ECR 120
Enterprise Texas Pipeline LLC on ECR 160
Enterprise Texas Pipeline LLC on NCR 1090
Pioneer Natural Resources USA, Inc. on SCR 1178
Enterprise Navitas Midstream Midland Basin LLC on ECR 120
Enterprise Navitas Midstream Midland Basin LLC on ECR 1040
ETP Crude LLC on CR 1020
ONCOR on SCR 1160
ONCOR on SCR 1160
Centurion Pipeline L.P. on ECR 90
Motion that we approve all.
Motion by: Sanchez Second by: Anderson Exhibit: 443-531
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
60. Discuss and take action on buy-sell agreement for Parsley Building with Pioneer.
Table item
Tabled.
61. Discuss and take action on Reasonable Suspicion Training.
Presented by Robert Segura, HR Director. We do not currently send someone for drug testing due to reasonable suspicion. There was some discussion about who would take this training.
Motion to allow Robert Segura to check on reasonable suspicion training for our work force.
Motion by: Anderson Second by: Sanchez Exhibit: 532-533
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
62. Discuss and take action establishing ethics hotline for Midland County.
Presented by Robert Segura, HR Director. We currently have a grievance policy. This would be a third party. Judge Johnson made a motion to establish an ethics hotline or compliance hotline for Midland County that applies to anybody and everybody that wants to call. $11,000.00 per year for 3 years. There was no second and the item was tabled.
Exhibit: 534-558
63. Discuss and take action amending Policy 11.04a – Use of Tools, Equipment, Property, and Vehicles.
Tabled.
64. Discuss and take action on Grant Writer position.
Hold for Executive Session.
Motion that we hire Jessica Saenz as the new grant writer position at a 20-1 to be effective immediately.
Motion by: Sanchez Second by: Ramsey Exhibit: 559-561
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
2:56pm go into Executive Session.
3:49pm back into Regular Session.
Call item 64
65. Conduct Executive session pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074 to discuss personnel matters.
66. Conduct Executive session pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071 to consult with County Attorney regarding pending and prospective litigation and other matters.
67. Adjourn.
Motion to adjourn.
Motion by: Ramsey Second by: Sanchez Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining
Adjourn at 3:50 p.m.
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