Midland County Commissioners Court met Sept. 17.
Here are the minutes provided by the court:
Be it remembered that on Tuesday the 17th day of September 2024 at 9:00 a.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 Alison Haley, County Clerk.
1. Call to Order.
2. Invocation given by Pastor Phil Teaney, Home Line Baptist Church.
3. Pledges of Allegiances.
4. Discuss and take action on proclamation for Constitution Week.
Presented by Judy Canon, Regent of the Colonel Theunis Dey Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Today is 237th anniversary of the signing of the constitution.
Motion that we approve the proclamation for Constitution week.
Motion by: Sanchez Seconded by: Anderson Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
5. Consent agenda:
a. Take action on personnel memoranda.
b. 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.
c. Acknowledge Monthly Collections Report for JP 1.
d. Acknowledge Monthly Report for Warrants.
e. Acknowledge Monthly Reports for Constable Pct. 1 and 2.
f. Take action on court minutes from August 20, 28, & September 3, 2024.
g. Take action on court fees from County and District Clerks’ Offices.
h. Acknowledge Accident/Damage Reports.
i. Take action on DPS User Agreement for background checks.
j. Acknowledge C&W Fee Collection Report for August 2024.
k. Acknowledge the Detention fees for August 2024.
l. Take action on renewal of Granicus/Swagit proposal for court streaming services.
Motion to approve the consent agenda.
Motion by: Ramsey Seconded by: Sanchez Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
6. Discuss and take action on additional funds for non-contract vehicle maintenance for Constable Pct. 2.
Presented by Constable Wohleking, Precinct 2.
Motion that we approve $710.00 for non-contract vehicle maintenance for Constable Precinct 2 coming out of contingency.
Motion by: Sanchez Seconded by: Somers Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
7. Discuss and take action on Amendment #2 for Micro Market agreement for FY2025. Presented by Sheriff Criner and Lt. Rebecca Thompson. Annual contract. Motion that we approve the Amendment #2 for Micro Market agreement for FY2025.
Motion by: Sanchez Seconded by: Ramsey Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
8. Discuss and take action on Amendment #3 for CorrHealth agreement FY2025. Presented by Sheriff Criner and Lt. Rebecca Thompson.
Motion to approve the CorrHealth amendment.
Motion by: Ramsey Seconded by: Sanchez Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
9. Discuss and take action on Animal Control Position to be moved from the Sheriff’s Office.
Presented by Sheriff Criner and Jordan McFaden, Animal Control Officer. Officer McFaden stated that she believes it would be better for her position to remain under the Sheriff’s Office. Commissioner Ramsey stated that the Animal Control Officer should remain under the Sheriff’s Office. County Judge Johnson stated his reason for proposing moving the Animal Control Officer position under the Court. Commissioner Anderson expressed her reason for putting this item on the agenda last court. Kristy Engeldahl, Purchasing Agent explained the delay in the vehicle. There was some discussion about getting the vehicle upfitted and running. There was some discussion about uniforms for the position. No action taken.
10. Discuss and take action on new position of Lieutenant Administration for Sheriff’s Office.
Presented by Sheriff Criner. We currently have a Sergeant handling the training with the PBLEA. We would like a new position to assist with this training.
Motion to accept new position of Lieutenant Administration for Sheriff’s Office.
Motion by: Ramsey Seconded by: Somers Exhibit:
For: Ramsey, Somers Against: Johnson, Sanchez, Anderson Abstaining:
Did not pass.
11. Discuss and take action on new position of CID Crime Statistician Specialist for Sheriff's Office.
Presented by Sheriff Criner. This position is needed. Commissioner Ramsey asked about the benefits of having this position. Judge Johnson discussed the number of open positions in the Sheriff’s Office. Currently there are about 48 open positions. Can we repurpose some of these positions. Sheriff Criner stated that it is hard to fill these positions. There was some discussion about tabling this item so they can discuss this and come to an agreement. No action taken.
Item 10 and 11 Recalled by Sheriff Criner.
Presented by Sheriff Criner and Stephanie Martinez, Assistant Auditor. After some discussion they decided to hold these two items again for some more information.
Item 10 and 11 Recalled by Sheriff Criner.
Presented by Sheriff Criner and Stephanie Martinez, Assistant Auditor. The total amount is $278,931.33.
Motion that we approve the new position of Lieutenant Administration for the Sheriff’s Office and the new position for the CID Crime Statistician Specialist for the Sheriff's Office, and also removing the following positions from the Sheriff's Office: 3 booking/bonding specialist #50522007, # 50522010, #50522011 and one Detention officer #50547042 in the new budget effective October 1.
Motion by: Sanchez Seconded by: Ramsey Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
The Lieutenant Administration for the Sheriff’s Office will start off at a 25-1 and then the CID Crime Statistician Specialist will start at a 17-1.
Motion by: Sanchez Seconded by: Ramsey Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
12. Discuss and take action on additional funds for Sheriff’s Office Transport Services. Presented by Sheriff Criner.
Motion to move $25,000.00 from fuel contingency to the Sheriff’s Office for Transport Services.
Motion by: Ramsey Seconded by: Sanchez Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
13. Discuss and take action declaring public purpose of plaques for Sheriff's Office. Tabled
14. Discuss and take action on donation of $5,000.00 from Affinity Steel for Sheriff’s Office.
Presented by Sheriff Criner.
Motion that we approve the $5,000.00 from Affinity Steel for the Sheriff’s Office.
Motion by: Sanchez Seconded by: Anderson Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
15. Discuss and take action on budget amendment of $5,000.00 for Sheriff’s Office. Presented by Sheriff Criner.
Motion that we approve the amendment for $5,000.00 for the Sheriff’s Office.
Motion by: Sanchez Seconded by: Anderson Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
16. Discuss and take action on line item transfers.
Presented by Lisa Session, 1st Assistant Auditor. There were a few exceptions. Motion to approve all line item transfers.
Motion by: Ramsey Seconded by: Anderson Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
17. Discuss and take action on bills and wire transfers.
Presented by Lisa Session, 1st Assistant Auditor. There were a few exceptions. Kristy Engeldahl, Purchasing Agent joined the conversation. No wire transfers.
Motion to pay all the bills.
Motion by: Somers Seconded by: Sanchez Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
18. Conduct public hearing on the Proposed Tax Rate. (10:00 a.m.)
County Judge Johnson announced a public hearing on the proposed Tax Rate. Judge Johnson announced again a public hearing on the proposed Tax Rate. No one came forward.
19. Discuss and take action on property lien at 1810 Cloverdale.
Presented by Tim Telk, DA Environmental Investigator.
Motion to approve the form to file property lien on 1810 Cloverdale.
Motion by: Ramsey Seconded by: Somers Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
20. Discuss and take action on the following exhibition rental agreements:
a. Scooby-Doo Mansion Mayhem exhibition.
b. Forever Forest exhibition.
Presented by Debbie Garza, Library Director. The contracts have been approved by Russell Malm, County Attorney.
Motion to approve the rental agreement for the Children’s Museum of Scooby-Doo Mansion Mayhem and Omaha Children’s Museum Forest Forever exhibition.
Motion by: Ramsey Seconded by: Somers Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
21. Discuss and take action closing Centennial Library on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 4 p.m. for the Rosalind Redfern Library Benefactor Award reception.
Presented by Debbie Garza, Library Director. This is an annual event.
Motion authorizing Centennial Library to close Thursday, November 7, 2024, at 4 p.m. for the Rosalind Redfern Library Benefactor Award reception.
Motion by: Ramsey Seconded by: Somers Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
22. Discuss and take action on alcohol service at Centennial Library for Rosalind Redfern Library Benefactor Award reception.
Presented by Debbie Garza, Library Director. This is an annual request.
Motion to approve the alcohol service at Centennial Library for the Rosalind Redfern Library Benefactor Award reception.
Motion by: Somers Seconded by: Ramsey Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
23. Discuss and take action on anonymous donation of $108.00 to the Library. Presented by Debbie Garza, Library Director. This was a cash donation. Motion to acknowledge the anonymous donation of $108.00 to the Library.
Motion by: Somers Seconded by: Ramsey Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
24. Discuss and take action on Total Loss Offer for Unit #15414.
Presented by Ken Colston, Risk Manager. This was due to hail damage.
Motion to accept the TAC total unit offer net to the County $3,897.00 and the Judge will have to sign this agreement.
Motion by: Ramsey Seconded by: Somers Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
25. Discuss and take action on roof bid for R&B, Extension and Exhibit Building. Presented by Ken Colston, Risk Manager.
Motion to approve the Cantex Roofing bid of $285,200.00 for the Road and Bridge, Extension and Exhibit roofs.
Motion by: Ramsey Seconded by: Sanchez Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
26. Discuss and take action canceling Verizon Connect GPS Contract. Presented by Ken Colston, Risk Manager.
Motion we cancel the Verizon Connect GPS contract.
Motion by: Anderson Seconded by: Sanchez Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
27. Discuss and take action on Samsara Inc. GPS Contract.
Presented by Ken Colston, Risk Manager.
Motion that we approve the Samsara Inc. GPS contract.
Motion by: Sanchez Seconded by: Anderson Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
28. Discuss and take action on bond for Elections Administrator.
Presented by Ken Colston, Risk Manager.
Motion that we approve the bond for Elections Administrator.
Motion by: Anderson Seconded by: Sanchez Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
Recall item 10 and 11
29. Discuss and take action on interlocal agreement with City of Midland for Sinclair Signal Construction and CR 120 Signal Maintenance.
Presented by Andrew Avis, Public Works Director. Russell Malm, County Attorney joined the conversation.
Motion we approve the interlocal agreement with the City of Midland for Sinclair Signal Construction and CR 120 Signal Maintenance.
Motion by: Anderson Seconded by: Sanchez Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
30. Discuss and take action on earnest money payment for property at 608 Main St.
Presented by Andrew Avis, Public Works Director. The earnest money amount of $10,000.00. This will be put on the next courts agenda. No action taken.
31. Discuss and take action on contract with Edgardo Madrid for water and sewer project at LEB.
Presented by Andrew Avis, Public Works Director. $3,548,114.63 from 605-015- 00.7556. 150 calendar days to complete.
Motion for Judge to execute the contract with Edgardo Madrid for the water and sewer project at LEB.
Motion by: Ramsey Seconded by: Sanchez Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
32. Discuss and take action on AFA with TXDoT for storm drain conduit under I-20. Presented by Andrew Avis, Public Works Director. $140,732 from 100-020-08.5790 Motion we approve the AFA with TXDoT for storm drain conduit under I-20.
Motion by: Anderson Seconded by: Sanchez Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
33. Discuss and take action on Task Work Orders with Magrym for the following:
a. AFA with TXDoT for drainage pipes at Faudree Road.
b. Material Testing Services at new JP Building Project.
Presented by Andrew Avis, Public Works Director.
Motion that we approve the Task Work Orders with Magrym for the following: AFA with TXDoT for drainage pipes at Faudree Road, Material Testing Services at the new JP Building project.
Motion by: Sanchez Seconded by: Anderson Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
Recall item 10 and 11
34. Discuss and take action authorizing MW Builders Guaranteed Maximum Price for proposed Midland County Courthouse Annex – Justice of the Peace Building.
Presented by Andrew Avis, Public Works Director. $22,584,000.00.
Motion that we approve authorizing MW Builders Guaranteed Maximum price for proposed Midland County Courthouse Annex- Justice of the Peace Building.
Motion by: Sanchez Seconded by: Anderson Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
35. Discuss and take action on Task Work Order with Parkhill for analysis drainage at new LEB.
Presented by Andrew Avis, Public Works Director. $23,000 from 100-020-08.5790 Motion to approve the Task Work Order with Parkhill for analysis drainage at the LEB.
Motion by: Somers Seconded by: Ramsey Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
36. Discuss and take action on change order with Danny’s Asphalt for repair on 2024 Midland County Save Coat Project.
Presented by Jesse Furguson, Public Works Capital Projects Manager. 5% of the project.
Motion to approve the change order with Danny’s Asphalt for repair on 2024 Midland County Save Coat Project.
Motion by: Ramsey Seconded by: Somers Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
37. Discuss and take action on Work Authorization with Magrym for material testing services for Construction of Occidental Parkway.
Presented by Jesse Furguson, Public Works Capital Projects Manager. $60,030 from 200-900-00.7030
Motion to approve the Work Authorization with Magrym for material testing services for Construction of Occidental Parkway.
Motion by: Ramsey Seconded by: Somers Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
38. Discuss and take action on letter agreement with Pioneer for donation of Right-of Way for construction of SCR 1180.
Presented by Jesse Furguson, Public Works Capital Projects Manager.
Motion that we approve the letter agreement with Pioneer for the donation of Right-of way for construction of SCR 1180.
Motion by: Sanchez Seconded by: Anderson Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
39. Discuss and take action on letter agreement and payment for Bobcat Draw Holdings, LLC.
Presented by Jesse Furguson, Public Works Capital Projects Manger.
Motion that we approve the letter agreement and payment for Bobcat Draw Holdings, LLC. in the amount of $60,300.00 from 604-015-00.7080.
Motion by: Sanchez Seconded by: Anderson Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
40. Discuss and take action on Donation Deed from Bobcat Draw Holdings, LLC for Right-of-Way on ECR 120.
Presented by Jesse Furguson, Public Works Capital Projects Manger.
Motion that we approve the Donation Deed from Bobcat Draw Holdings, LLC for the Right-of-Way on ECR 120.
Motion by: Sanchez Seconded by: Anderson Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
41. Discuss and take action on deed agreements and payments for the following:
a. Platinum Pipeline Services, LLC.
b. David & Debra Roundtree.
c. Francisco & Maria Neri.
d. George & Risa Craig.
Presented by Jesse Furguson, Public Works Capital Projects Manger.
Motion that we approve deed agreements and payments for the following: Platinum pipeline services, LLC., David & Debra Roundtree, Francisco & Maria Neri and George & Risa Craig an amount totaling $54,440.00 from 604-015-00.7080 .
Motion by: Sanchez Seconded by: Anderson Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
42. Discuss and take action on deed agreements and payments for the following:
a. Kelton Smith.
b. Joe Don Haynes.
c. Shane Evans.
Tabled
10:33 a.m. take a break.
10:44 a.m. back into Regular Session.
43. Acknowledge Surplus Auctions of April – July 2024.
Presented by Kristy Engeldahl, Purchasing Agent.
We held 3 separate auctions between the months of April and July. The total brought in for this surplus equipment and furnishings was $21,430.59.
Motion to acknowledge the surplus auctions of April and July 2024.
Motion by: Sanchez Seconded by: Anderson Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
44. Discuss and take action reassigning of vehicles.
Presented by Kristy Engeldahl, Purchasing Agent.
Unit 15549 (SO-CHS) turned in to Surplus; Unit 80027 (HORSESHOE) – turned in to Surplus; Unit 15488 (SO-DET) – reassigned as 30112 (JUSTICE COURTS); Unit 11002 (PUB WORKS) – reassigned as 99027 (LOANER); Unit 99021 (LOANER) – reassigned as 11005 (PUB WORKS); Unit 25644 (DA) – reassigned as 99028 (LOANER) – reassigned as 55110 (TAX); Unit 50148 (FAC) – reassigned as 10011 (FLEET); Unit 25643 (DA) – reassigned as 99029 (LOANER) – reassigned as 30248 (MED INV), Unit 30246 (MED INV) – reassigned as 70409 (CON4).
Motion that we approve all the reassigning of vehicles.
Motion by: Sanchez Seconded by: Anderson Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
45. Discuss and take action on award RFP 24MCO635 Reconstruction SCR 1180.
Presented by Kristy Engeldahl, Purchasing Agent. We received 5 responses. We recommend awarding this project to Permian Paving in the amount of $3,225,421.10.
Motion to award RFP 24MCO635 for the Reconstruction of SCR 1180 to Permian Paving in the amount of $3,225,421.10.
Motion by: Ramsey Seconded by: Sanchez Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
46. Discuss and take action on Southwest Solutions Maintenance agreements for Lektrievers.
Presented by Kristy Engeldahl, Purchasing Agent. This is a budgeted item. These are for the lektrievers in the County Clerk, District Clerk, and Elections. The agreements are renewals for FY 2025.
Motion to approve the Southwest Solutions Maintenance agreement for the Lektrievers.
Motion by: Sanchez Seconded by: Anderson Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
47. Discuss and take action on Exela Technologies/HOV Services Support and Maintenance agreements for Scanners.
Presented by Kristy Engeldahl, Purchasing Agent. This is a budgeted item. These are for the Fujitsu scanners in the County Clerk’s office. The agreements are renewals for FY 2025.
Motion we approve the Exela Technologies/HOV service support and Maintenance agreement for scanners.
Motion by: Anderson Seconded by: Sanchez Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
48. Discuss and take action on Capps Rent-A-Car agreement.
Presented by Kristy Engeldahl, Purchasing Agent. This is a budgeted item. This is for the SO-CID leased vehicles; 3 trucks @ $1,100.00 per month. The agreement is a renewal for FY 2025.
Motion to approve Capps Rent-a-Car agreement.
Motion by: Somers Seconded by: Ramsey Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
49. Discuss and take action on purchase of vehicles
Presented by Kristy Engeldahl, Purchasing Agent. These are budgeted items. CON 4 – Silsbee – TIPS Coop – 24 Ford F150 - $51,719.25 SO -CSU – Silsbee – TIPS Coop – 24 Ford Expeditions (2) - $58,502.13 each.
Motion that we approve the purchase of vehicles.
Motion by: Sanchez Seconded by: Ramsey Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
50. Discuss and take action on purchase of upfitting new vehicles.
Presented by Kristy Engeldahl, Purchasing Agent. These are budgeted items. All going through AEP. CON 4 – 1 Pickup - $17,228.10, SO-PAT – 6 Tahoes - $27,001.08 each, SO-CRT – 3 Tahoes – $25,998.26 each, SO-CID – 4 Tahoes - $14,072.52 each, SO C&W – 1 Tahoe - $14,898.86, and SO-DET – 2 Vans - $15,932.87 each
Motion we approve the purchase of upfitting new vehicles.
Motion by: Anderson Seconded by: Sanchez Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
51. Discuss and take action on Texas Indigent Defense Commission FY2024 Formula Grant Program Application and Resolution.
Tabled.
52. Discuss and take action pursuant to Texas Local Government Code §81.005 setting the dates for regularly scheduled Commissioners’ Court meetings for Fiscal Year, October – September, 2024-2025.
Presented by Jenny Hilton, County Court Administrator. The first and third Tuesday of every month. Motion under agenda item 53.
53. Discuss and take action on Midland County Holiday dates for Calendar Year, January – December, 2025.
Presented by Jenny Hilton, County Court Administrator.
Motion that we approve pursuant to Texas Local Government Code §81.005 setting the dates for regularly scheduled Commissioners’ Court meetings for Fiscal Year, October – September, 2024-2025 and also to approve the Midland County Holiday dates for Calendar Year, January-December 2025.
Motion by: Sanchez Seconded by: Anderson Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
54. Discuss and take action on exit interview policy.
Presented by County Judge Johnson. Judge Johnson read the new policy. No action was taken. Exhibit:
55. Discuss and take action selecting committee for location and dedication for plaque from Alamo Letter Society.
Presented by County Judge Johnson. The plaque weighs about 300lbs. They discussed Commissioner Sanchez, Eddie Melendez, Facilities Director, Commissioner Anderson and Tate Owen, PIO as possible committee members. No action taken.
56. Discuss and take action hiring Medical Investigator.
Hold for Executive Session. Called after Executive Session.
Presented by County Judge Johnson.
Motion that we make an offer to Troy Taylor for a Medical Investigator at 21-8.5.
Motion by: Johnson Seconded by: Ramsey Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
57. Discuss and take action hiring Medical Examiner.
Hold for Executive session. Called after Executive Session.
Presented by County Judge Johnson.
Move that we make an offer to Shylesh Ganta, MD as Medical Examiner at a 33.10.
Motion by: Johnson Seconded by: Ramsey Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
58. Discuss and take action on budget.
Presented by County Judge Johnson.
Commissioner Ramsey would like to address the funds for the DVD service provided by the Library. Debbie Garza, Library Director discussed the requested amount needed. $48,200.00. The amount received was $9,600.00.
Commissioner Ramsey also discussed the architectural design for the golf course. County Judge Johnson stated that there are some more proposed golf courses in Midland. Commissioner Somers stated that he would also like to see this go forward. Andrew Avis, Public Works Director joined the conversation. Judge Johnson asked about the business plan. Who would run the golf course. Commissioner Sanchez asked where the $2.5 million is going to come from. How much will it increase the tax rate. Stephanie Martinez, Assistant Auditor discussed the proposed budget and the current changes being discussed. They discussed a possible 4% or 8% increase in the tax rate. Karen Hood, Tax Assessor Collector joined the conversation. Commissioner Sanchez wants to get the $2.5 million from the fund balance.
Motion to put $2.5 million back into the next year’s budget for purposes of golf course architectural design.
Motion by: Somers Seconded by: Ramsey Exhibit:
For: Ramsey, Somers, Johnson Against: Sanchez, Anderson Abstaining:
Motion passes.
Motion that we transfer out from non-departmental 100-050.9801 in the amount of $2.5 million and then a transfer into 605.
Motion by: Sanchez Seconded by: Somers Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
Debbie Garza, Library Director stated that she found $3,000.00 in her carpet and cleaning budget line.
Motion to put that line item back to $48,200.00 using the fund balance.
Motion by: Ramsey Seconded by: Somers Exhibit:
For: Ramsey, Somers, Johnson, Sanchez Against: Anderson Abstaining:
59. Adopt Midland County Proposed Budget for FY2024-2025.
Presented by County Judge Johnson.
Motion that we approve the Midland County 2025 budget with the following exceptions: adding a Lieutenant Administration for the Sheriff’s Office, adding a position of CID Crime Statistician Specialist for Sheriff’s Office, also removing 3 Booking/bonding folks, and on Detention folk, plus the $2.5 million coming out of fund balance, and the $38,600.00 in the media account.
Motion by: Sanchez Seconded by: Ramsey Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
60. Adopt Midland County Tax Rate.
Presented by County Judge Johnson.
I move that the property tax be increased by the adoption of a tax rate of $0.131579 which is effectively a 7.9% increase in the tax rate, and the tax rate be adopted in the following components: Maintenance and Operation Expense Tax Rate $.110264, Debt Service Tax Rate $.021315 for a total Ad Valorem Tax Rate of $.131579.
Motion by: Ramsey Seconded by: Somers Exhibit:
For: Ramsey, Somers, Johnson Against: Sanchez, Anderson Abstaining:
Motion passes.
61. Discuss and take action on agreement with City of Midland for crosswalk.
Presented by County Judge Johnson. The flooding around this area has caused injuries to employees and customers. The City of Midland has agreed to pay for it. No action was needed.
62. Conduct Executive session pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071 to consult with County Attorney regarding pending and prospective litigation and other matters.
63. Conduct Executive session pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074 to discuss personnel matters.
12:00 p.m. go into Executive Session
12:41 p.m. back into Regular Session.
Call item 56 and 57
64. Adjourn.
Motion to adjourn.
Motion by: Sanchez Seconded by: Ramsey Exhibit:
For: All (5) Against: None Abstaining:
Adjourn at 12:46 p.m.
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