Fort Bend County public meetings in 2021

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 11

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 11 Board of Directors will meet to discuss funding for emergency services. The primary action item is a request to allocate funds for a breathing air compressor unit.

• Request to allocate $30,000 to Fort Bend County Emergency Services District No. 4 for a breathing air compressor unit for Fulshear Simonton Fire Department Station No. 1

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 11 held a special meeting on December 21, 2021. The Commissioners Court unanimously approved allocating $30,000 to Fort Bend County Emergency Services District No. 4. This funding is for the purchase of a breathing air compressor unit for first responders at the Fulshear Simonton Fire Department Station No. 1.

• Approved minutes from November 2, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Approved $30,000 allocation to Emergency Services District No. 4 for air compressor unit (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 9

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 9 Board of Directors will meet to discuss a funding request for emergency equipment. The board will also review minutes from the November 2, 2021 meeting.

• Proposed allocation of $30,000 to Fort Bend County Emergency Services District No. 2 for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus Equipment for Willowfork Fire Department

The Commissioners Court approved funding for emergency equipment for the Willowfork Fire Department. The court also approved the minutes from a previous meeting.

• Allocated $30,000 to Fort Bend County Emergency Services District No. 2 for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus Equipment for Willowfork Fire Department (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the November 2, 2021 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans for several developments and roads. The body is also considering various engineering payments for mobility bond projects and personnel travel requests.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans including Sienna Section 26 and Mason Road
• Payment of $281,610.00 to Triple B Services, LLP for Chimney Rock Road construction
• Payment of $88,635.95 to Entech Civil Engineers, Inc. for Benton project
• Payment of $80,006.46 to IDCUS, Inc. for Richmond Street engineering
• Appointment of Dr. Jacquelyn Johnson-Minter as Local Health Authority

The Commissioners Court approved $11,489,898 in American Rescue Plan Act grants for 38 non-profit organizations. The court also authorized over $8.1M for road improvements on Greenbusch Road and approved $79M in bills.

• Approved $11,489,898 in ARPA grants for 38 non-profit organizations (5-0)
• Awarded $8,162,666.05 contract to RAC Industries, LLC for Greenbusch Road paving and drainage (5-0)
• Approved $3,210,630 for Cartegraph Software Project implementation (5-0)
• Approved $79,053,252.17 in bills (5-0)
• Approved $593,500 agreement with Autoarch Architects, LLC for County Annex Building design (5-0)
• Approved $331,631 TxDOT grant for public transportation (5-0)
• Approved traffic control plans for items 5A through 5I (5-0)
• Denied new grant-funded Community Liaison position in Precinct 4 (failed due to lack of second)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 1

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 1 Board of Directors will meet to consider two funding requests for emergency services equipment. The board will also review minutes from the November 2, 2021 meeting.

• Proposed $30,000 allocation to Fort Bend County Emergency Services District No. 2 for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus Equipment for Willowfork Fire Department
• Proposed $30,000 allocation to Fort Bend County Emergency Services District No. 4 for a breathing air compressor unit for Fulshear Simonton Fire Department Station No. 1

The Commissioners Court approved two separate $30,000 allocations from the Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 1 fund. The funds are designated for breathing apparatus and compressor equipment for two different fire departments.

• Approved $30,000 for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus Equipment for Willowfork Fire Department (5-0)
• Approved $30,000 for a breathing air compressor unit for Fulshear Simonton Fire Department Station No. 1 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from the November 2, 2021 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court approved payments for various road construction and engineering projects funded by Mobility Bonds. The agenda also included facility management payments for jail renovations and an emergency operations center, along with budget transfers for IT equipment. Additionally, the court extended a water and sewer service agreement for Fifth Street through 2032.

• Extend Fifth Street Water and Sewer Service Agreement through January 1, 2032
• Approve $357,696.79 to Allgood Construction for Beechnut Road paving and drainage
• Approve $1,069,840.27 to Crain Group for Emergency Operations Center construction
• Approve $472,903.35 to Teal Construction for 1979 Linear Jail Renovation
• Set public hearing for Circle Seven Road traffic control plan on January 11, 2022

The Commissioners Court approved over $11.7 million in American Rescue Plan Act grants for non-profit recipients and allocated $645,500 to the City of Meadows Place for infrastructure. The court also authorized several million dollars for inmate health services and road projects. Legal settlements were approved, including a $50,000 payment to Letecia Marie Torres.

• Approved $11,787,098 in ARPA grant funds for non-profit recipients (5-0)
• Approved $6,290,783 renewal for Wellpath LLC inmate health services (5-0)
• Approved $645,500 ARPA allocation to City of Meadows Place for infrastructure (5-0)
• Approved $50,000 settlement in Letecia Marie Torres vs. Fort Bend County (5-0)
• Approved $1,219,882.50 engineering agreement for Wallis Street (5-0)
• Approved $377,149 payment to City of Sugar Land for parking lot restoration (5-0)
• Approved $7,887,947 FTA grant application for public transportation (5-0)
• Approved $1,684,324 total for Paramedic 602 Station construction (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to conduct official business. The primary action is the election of candidates for the Fort Bend Central Appraisal District Board of Directors.

• Resolution electing candidates for the Fort Bend Central Appraisal District Board for the term of January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2023

The Drainage District Board approved a resolution to elect five candidates to the Board of Directors of the Fort Bend Central Appraisal District for the 2022-2023 term. The board also approved the minutes from its December 7, 2021, meeting.

• Approved Resolution Electing Candidates for the Board of Directors of the Fort Bend Central Appraisal District for Jan 1, 2022 through Dec 31, 2023 (5-0)
• Allocated votes for Appraisal District candidates to Darren Flynt, Pam Gaskin, Jim Kij, Michael D. Rozell, and Paul Stamatis (5-0)
• Approved minutes of meeting held on December 7, 2021 (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will conduct public hearings regarding modifications to the Major Thoroughfare Plan and several traffic control plans. The body is also reviewing numerous mobility bond payments and budget transfers for county services.

• Public hearing on modifications to Grand Parkway and Fort Bend Parkway in Precinct 1
• Public hearings for traffic control plans at Stonecreek Estates Section Six, Old Clodine Reddick Rd, and Hunt Road Phase 1
• Payment of $643,349.35 to Binkley & Barfield, Inc. for FM 521 engineering services
• Payment of $247,773.46 to Dannenbaum Engineering Corporation for FM 521 Expansion design
• Budget transfer of $50,000 for Health and Human Services Medicaid Administrative Claiming program

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved several budget amendments, including moving $5.7 million from the Mortgage Assistance Program to the Rural Broadband Expansion Program and allocating $4 million for county revenue replacement. The court also awarded a $680,360 contract for Peek Road bridge repairs and ratified a $457,550 grant for emergency food and shelter assistance. A request for $8,000 for Precinct 2 community safety initiatives was pulled from the agenda by Commissioner Prestage.

• Approved $5.7M transfer from Mortgage Assistance to Rural Broadband (5-0)
• Approved $4M transfer from Economic Recovery to County Revenue Replacement (5-0)
• Awarded $680,360 contract for Peek Road bridge repairs to Wade Con, LLC (5-0)
• Ratified $457,550 Emergency Food and Shelter Program grant (5-0)
• Approved $799,000 budget amendment for redistricting transition (5-0)
• Pulled $8,000 request for Precinct 2 community safety initiatives
• Approved $112,500 agreement with Fort Bend History Association (5-0)
• Approved $46,333,642.84 in bills and disbursements (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to consider equipment procurement and an easement agreement. The board will review a purchase request for heavy machinery and a right-of-way agreement for utility infrastructure.

• Purchase of one long reach excavator from Mustang CAT for an amount not to exceed $297,482.50
• Third Party Aerial Easement with CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric, LLC for Mustang Bayou in Precinct 2

The Board approved the purchase of a long reach excavator and a third-party aerial easement for Mustang Bayou. The board also approved the minutes from the November 23, 2021 meeting.

• Approved purchase of one long reach excavator from Mustang CAT for up to $297,482.50 (5-0)
• Approved Third Party Aerial Easement with CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric, LLC for Mustang Bayou in Precinct 2 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from November 23, 2021 meeting (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 10

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 10 is meeting to approve minutes from a previous session and to take action on allocating funds for a drainage study. The primary substantive item is the allocation of $710,610 for the FM 1093/Westpark Drainage Study within Precinct 3.

• Allocation of $710,610 for the FM 1093/Westpark Drainage Study in Precinct 3

The Commissioners Court approved funding for a drainage study in Precinct 3. The court also approved the minutes from the November 2, 2021, meeting.

• Approved $710,610 allocation for FM 1093/Westpark Drainage Study (5-0)
• Approved minutes from November 2, 2021 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings to accept traffic control plans for several developments. The body is also considering various budget transfers and payments for professional engineering and construction services related to mobility bond projects.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans including Sienna Section 38 and Grand Mission Estates Section 28
• Payment of $157,793.70 to Allgood Construction Company, Inc. for Old Richmond Road
• Payment of $81,708.58 to IDCUS, Inc. for Richmond Street
• Budget transfer of $98,079 for Indigent Health Care software agreement
• Budget transfer of $22,133 for a Temporary Sanitarian in the Environmental Health Department

The Commissioners Court approved a $22,085,574.99 agreement with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for public safety video surveillance. The court also authorized a $675,000 funding resolution for a Countywide Facilities Assessment Project and approved several road and infrastructure payments.

• Approved $22,085,574.99 surveillance contract with Axon Enterprises, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $675,000 for Countywide Facilities Assessment Project (5-0)
• Approved $25,000 for animal shelter kennel heating via $12,500 donation and $12,500 match (5-0)
• Approved $867,600 and $214,700 for ARPA-funded County Attorney positions (5-0)
• Approved $250,020 ground lease with Attack Poverty for a community center (5-0)
• Approved creation of the Adult Sexual Assault Response Team and appointed 7 members (5-0)
• Approved supplemental redistricting order and formed a Redistricting Logistics Committee (5-0)
• Approved $13,372,199.76 in bills (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will review a fund transfer for technology equipment and a contract for rotary mowers. The board is also considering a stormwater quality annual report and a reappointment to a Missouri City tax zone.

• Transfer of $2,000 for the purchase of six iPads for maintenance work order management
• Bid 22-026 term contract for the purchase of rotary mowers
• Phase II (Small) MS4 Annual Report for Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System General Permit No. TXR040000
• Reappointment of Thomasine Johnson to Position No. 7 on City of Missouri City Tax Reinvestment Zone Number 2

The Board approved a contract for rotary mowers and transferred $2,000 to purchase iPads for work order management. Other actions included approving a stormwater annual report and reappointing a member to a Missouri City tax zone.

• Approved minutes from November 9, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved $2,000 transfer from Operating Supplies & Maintenance to IT for six iPads (5-0)
• Approved reappointment of Thomasine Johnson to Missouri City TIRZ No. 2 through Dec 31, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved Phase II MS4 Annual Report for Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (5-0)
• Awarded Bid 22-026 for rotary mowers to Shoppa's Farm Supply, Inc. (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans for several developments. The body is also considering numerous payments for mobility bond projects and utility installation permits.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans at Stonecreek Village Dr., Huntington Place, Sienna, and Rocky Ridge Lane
• Renewal of agreement with Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service not to exceed $360,279
• Payment of $270,988.84 to James Construction Group for Old Needville Fairchilds Road
• Budget transfer of $177,923 for Library Software
• Fiber optic installation permits for Comcast, AT&T, and Frontier Communications

The Commissioners Court approved an amended redistricting plan for Commissioners, Constable, and Justice of the Peace precincts. The court also approved various mobility bond payments, grant applications, and a minor curfew for MUD No. 23.

• Approved amended redistricting plan for Commissioners, Constable, and JP precincts (3-2)
• Approved curfew for minors in unincorporated area of MUD No. 23 (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 ARPA grant to Doing Our Part (Kidz Kitchen) (5-0)
• Approved $100,000 ARPA grant to Families Helping Families, Houston (5-0)
• Approved issuance of Toll Road Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2021A (5-0)
• Approved update to Fort Bend County Fire Code and fee schedule (5-0)
• Approved $10,312,216.65 in bills (5-0)
• Canvassed Nov. 2 election results; all Constitutional Amendments and CAD 23 passed (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to discuss the acceptance of a drainage access easement and consent to encroach. The board will also review minutes from the November 2, 2021, meeting.

• Acceptance of a Drainage District Access Easement and Consent to Encroach within the City of Houston, Precinct 2

The Drainage District Board approved a drainage access easement and consent to encroach for a property in the City of Houston, Precinct 2. The board also approved the minutes from the November 2, 2021, meeting.

• Approved Drainage District Access Easement and Consent to Encroach in City of Houston, Precinct 2 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of meeting held on November 2, 2021 (5-0)

SPECIAL SESSION AGENDA

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court will receive a presentation of redistricting maps. The body will then take action on an order to adopt a redistricting plan for the court's precincts.

• Presentation of redistricting maps
• Order Adopting a redistricting Plan for Fort Bend County Commissioners Court Precincts

The Commissioners Court approved a redistricting plan based on Judge KP George's third proposed map. The adopted plan includes an amendment to move the Millwood Section of the Riverstone Subdivision into Precinct 3.

• Approved Judge KP George's third redistricting map as amended (3-2)
• Approved amendment to include Millwood Section of Riverstone Subdivision in Precinct 3 (3-2)
• Denied amendment to substitute Commissioner DeMerchant's map for the Judge's map (ruled improper)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing regarding the continuation of the juvenile curfew for Municipal Utility District No. 23. The body is also reviewing several grant acceptances, infrastructure permits, and facility improvement payments.

• Public hearing on juvenile curfew for Municipal Utility District No. 23
• Payment of $1,397,979.00 to Johnson Controls for facility improvement measures
• Payment of $29,934 to AECOM Technical Services, Inc. for construction management
• Acceptance of $250,000.00 grant for Human Trafficking Investigation and Prosecution Project
• Renewal of law enforcement services agreement with Pecan Grove Municipal Utility District

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved a consent agenda covering budget transfers, engineering payments, and grant acceptances. They authorized $8.9 million in bill payments and awarded a $714,242 traffic signal contract. Several tax waiver requests were denied, while others were approved based on Tax Office findings. The court also discussed redistricting in closed session but took no public action on boundary changes.

• Approved bills totaling $8,958,291.65 (5-0)
• Awarded traffic signal bid to Traffic Systems Construction for $714,242.95 (5-0)
• Approved $1.39M payment to Johnson Controls for facility improvements (5-0)
• Denied tax waiver for Kevin L. Murray ($1,672.71) (5-0)
• Approved tax waiver for Carriere Ashley ($738.21) (5-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement for law enforcement with MUD No. 130 (5-0)
• Approved $75,000 grant to Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels (5-0)
• Redistricting discussed in closed session; no public action taken

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors meets to approve a change order for the Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase II project. The board will also approve previous meeting minutes and adjourn.

• Change Order No. 6 with NBG Constructors, Inc. for $47,500 in additional services
• Total contract amount not to exceed $5,340,957.97 for Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase II
• Project funded by Flood Bond and Grant
• Approval of minutes from the October 26, 2021 meeting

The Drainage District Board approved additional funding for the Emergency Watershed Protection for Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase II. The board also approved the minutes from the October 26, 2021 meeting.

• Approved Change Order No. 6 with NBG Constructors, Inc. for $47,500 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of meeting held on October 26, 2021 (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 1

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 1 Board of Directors will meet to discuss law enforcement services. The primary action is the proposed renewal of an agreement for additional services provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 3.

• Renewal of Interlocal Motorcycle Deputy Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services effective through September 30, 2022

The Commissioners Court approved the renewal of an interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services. These services will be provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 3 through September 30, 2022.

• Approved renewal of Interlocal Motorcycle Deputy Agreement with Constable Precinct 3 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from September 28, 2021 meeting (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 7

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 7 Board of Directors will meet to discuss law enforcement services. The board is considering the renewal of an agreement for additional services provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 3.

• Renewal of Interlocal Motorcycle Deputy Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services with Office of Constable Precinct 3 through September 30, 2022

The Commissioners Court approved the renewal of an interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services. These services will be provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 3 through September 30, 2022.

• Approved renewal of Interlocal Motorcycle Deputy Agreement for Assistance District No. 7 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from September 28, 2021 meeting (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 9

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 9 Board of Directors will meet to discuss administrative approvals. The primary action item is the renewal of a law enforcement services agreement.

• Renewal of Interlocal Motorcycle Deputy Agreement with the Office of Constable Precinct 3 through September 30, 2022

The Commissioners Court approved the renewal of an interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services. These services will be provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 3 through September 30, 2022.

• Approved renewal of Interlocal Motorcycle Deputy Agreement with Constable Precinct 3 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from September 28, 2021 meeting (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 10

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 10 Board of Directors will meet to discuss administrative approvals. The primary action item is the renewal of a law enforcement services agreement.

• Renewal of Interlocal Motorcycle Deputy Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services with the Office of Constable Precinct 3, effective through September 30, 2022

The Commissioners Court approved the renewal of an interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services. These services will be provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 3 through September 30, 2022.

• Approved renewal of Interlocal Motorcycle Deputy Agreement with Office of Constable Precinct 3 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from September 28, 2021 meeting (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 11

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 11 Board of Directors will meet to discuss law enforcement services. The primary action item is the renewal of an agreement for additional services provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 3.

• Renewal of Interlocal Motorcycle Deputy Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services with Office of Constable Precinct 3 through September 30, 2022

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved the renewal of an Interlocal Motorcycle Deputy Agreement for additional law enforcement services. The agreement, provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 3, is effective through September 30, 2022. The court also approved the minutes from the previous meeting held on September 28, 2021.

• Approved renewal of Interlocal Motorcycle Deputy Agreement (5-0)
• Approved minutes from September 28, 2021 meeting (5-0)

SPECIAL SESSION REDISTRICTING - PUBLIC HEARING 1

The Commissioners Court will receive presentations of proposed redistricting maps from both court members and the public. The body will take action regarding the redistricting of the county's political boundaries.

• Presentation of proposed redistricting maps by Court members
• Presentation of proposed redistricting maps by the public
• Action regarding the redistricting of Fort Bend County political boundaries

The Commissioners Court held a public hearing to receive and review proposed redistricting maps from court members and the public. No final action was taken on the political boundaries during this session.

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 2

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 2 Board of Directors will meet to discuss funding for a mobility project. The board will also review minutes from the September 28, 2021 meeting.

• Allocation of $7,500,000 for Harlem Road, Mobility Bond Project No. 17402, Precinct 4

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 2 approved funding for a mobility bond project in Precinct 4. The board also approved the minutes from the September 28, 2021, meeting.

• Approved $7,500,000 allocation for Harlem Road, Mobility Bond Project No. 17402, Precinct 4 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of meeting held on September 28, 2021 (5-0)

SPECIAL SESSION REDISTRICTING - PUBLIC HEARING 2

The Commissioners Court will receive presentations of proposed redistricting maps from court members and the public. The body intends to take action regarding the redistricting of the county's political boundaries.

• Presentation of proposed redistricting maps by Court members
• Presentation of proposed redistricting maps by members of the public
• Action regarding the redistricting of Fort Bend County political boundaries

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved extending the deadline for public redistricting map submissions to October 29, 2021. The court scheduled a special meeting for November 4, 2021, to adopt the final redistricting plan for county precincts. Five proposed maps were presented by commissioners, and public comments were received but deferred until after the presentations.

• Extended public map submission deadline to Noon, Oct 29, 2021 (5-0)
• Scheduled special meeting to adopt redistricting plan for Nov 4, 2021 (5-0)
• Deferred public comments until after map presentations
• Adjourned meeting at 7:59 p.m.

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans for several Precinct 1 locations. The body is also considering various budget transfers, law enforcement agreement renewals, and numerous payments for mobility bond projects.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans at Sienna Section 33C and 42, Heritage Park Drive, and Lehmann Road
• Budget transfer of $1,056,000 for Sheriff's Office inmate medical expenditures
• Renewal of law enforcement service agreements for MUD No. 4, MUD No. 119, and MUD No. 129
• Payment of $82,404.04 to Gonzalez Construction Enterprise, Inc. for Bryan Road reconstruction
• Payment of $58,416.00 to TLC Engineering, Inc. for Moore Road project

The Commissioners Court approved a settlement for opioid litigation claims against Janssen defendants. The court also authorized several American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) budget amendments, including a $20.5 million consolidation for non-profit partnerships and a $7.395 million equity loan program. Additionally, the court approved over $18.7 million in bills.

• Approved settlement of opioid litigation claims against Janssen defendants (5-0)
• Consolidated ARPA non-profit partnership line items into one $20.5M project (5-0)
• Amended ARPA budget by $7.395M for an Equity Loan Program (5-0)
• Approved $18,788,395.26 in bills (5-0)
• Approved $695,817.50 contract to Main Lane Industries, Ltd. for turn lanes at Cinco Ranch at SH99 (5-0)
• Approved Child Care Assistance Program using ARPA funds (5-0)
• Approved $215,000 contract to The Segal Company, Inc. for a compensation study (5-0)
• Approved purchase of road equipment from Mustang CAT and Performance Truck (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to discuss engineering services, equipment bids, and land easements. The board is reviewing a professional services agreement for watershed analysis and two right-of-way easements for Flewellen Creek.

• Contract not to exceed $310,940 with Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. for Mustang Creek Watershed Alternative Analysis
• Authorization to advertise bids for rotary mowers
• Access Agreement with Cutlass Solar LLC for Cutlass Solar Project II in Precinct 1
• Acceptance of a 1.460 acre Right-of-Way Easement for Flewellen Creek in Precinct 3
• Acceptance of a 6.874 acre Right-of-Way Easement for Flewellen Creek in Precinct 3

The Drainage District Board approved a professional engineering agreement for the Mustang Creek Watershed Alternative Analysis. The board also authorized bidding for rotary mowers and accepted two right-of-way easements for Flewellen Creek.

• Approved engineering contract with Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. up to $310,940 (5-0)
• Authorized advertising of bids for rotary mowers (5-0)
• Approved Access Agreement with Cutlass Solar LLC for Cutlass Solar Project II (5-0)
• Accepted 1.460 acre Right-of-Way Easement for Flewellen Creek in Precinct 3 (5-0)
• Accepted 6.874 acre Right-of-Way Easement for Flewellen Creek in Precinct 3 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from October 5, 2021 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will conduct public hearings regarding a traffic control plan for Waters Lake Boulevard and renaming a section of Grand Mission Boulevard to Harlem Road. The body is also reviewing various engineering payments, development plats, and facility construction invoices.

• Public hearing for Waters Lake Boulevard traffic control plan
• Public hearing to rename Grand Mission Boulevard to Harlem Road south of Beechnut Street
• Payment of $261,282.37 to Allgood Construction Company for Beechnut Road improvements
• Payment of $489,347.23 to Flintco for New North Library construction
• Payment of $424,536.84 to Crain Group for Precinct 3 Public Safety Annex construction

The Commissioners Court established criteria and a timeline for redistricting political boundaries based on 2020 Census data. The court also authorized over $14 million for infrastructure and library projects and approved various interlocal agreements for law enforcement and road work.

• Adopted redistricting criteria and scheduled public hearings for Oct 26 (5-0)
• Authorized up to $11,264,000 for Fairgrounds Road and detention improvements (5-0)
• Authorized up to $3,500,000 for Precinct 3 North Library completion (5-0)
• Approved $800,000 for South Post Oak Sportsplex improvements (5-0)
• Approved $1,609,532 for inmate food services via Aramark (5-0)
• Approved $250,000 from ARPA budget for MUD 37 sewer plant rehabilitation (5-0)
• Approved road development agreement with Rosenberg Land Holding Company, LLC (5-0)
• Approved bills totaling $8,400,850.11 (5-0)

SPECIAL SESSION AGENDA

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court held a special session on October 8, 2021. The primary agenda item was to review census data and adopt plans for county redistricting efforts. The meeting also included standard procedural items such as the call to order and adjournment.

• Review of census data
• Adoption of plans for County redistricting efforts

The Commissioners Court held a special meeting to review 2020 Census data and discuss the redistricting process for county precincts. No formal actions were taken during the session.

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors is meeting to authorize spending for equipment. The board will discuss using Advance Funding/Certificates of Obligation for these purchases.

• Purchase of one 36’ Gooseneck, Dovetail Trailer not to exceed $30,000
• Increase in funding for two bulldozers from the 2022 Budget by $140,000

The Board approved the purchase of a gooseneck trailer and increased the budget for two bulldozers. Both expenditures were authorized using Advance Funding/Certificates of Obligation.

• Approved purchase of one 36’ Gooseneck, Dovetail Trailer not to exceed $30,000 (5-0)
• Approved $140,000 budget increase for two bulldozers from the original 2022 Budget (5-0)
• Approved minutes from September 28, 2021 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on eight traffic control plans for schools and residential developments. The body is also considering various engineering payments for mobility bond projects and several utility installation permits.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans including Dr. Thomas E. Randle High School and Harry Wright Junior High School
• Payment of $125,754.38 to Binkley & Barfield, Inc. for FM 521 professional engineering services
• Payment of $174,213.85 to Crain Group for South Post Oak Football Complex construction
• Permit applications for fiber optic installations by Comcast and Frontier Southwest Inc.
• Approval of food item purchases from Labatt Food Service for Juvenile Detention

The Commissioners Court established new regulations and fees for boarding homes and appointed the Fire Marshal as the permit administrator. The court also approved the purchase of 4.97 acres for a future Precinct 4 facility and authorized several mobility bond payments.

• Approved purchase of 4.97 acres for future Precinct 4 Facility for up to $1,298,959 (5-0)
• Adopted Fort Bend County Boarding Home Regulations and appointed Fire Marshal as Administrator (5-0)
• Approved $3,322,057 HOME American Rescue Plan Agreement with HUD (5-0)
• Approved $100,000 legal services agreement with The Cox Pradia Law Firm (5-0)
• Approved $6,743,939.99 in total bills (5-0)
• Approved 8 traffic control plans for various school and residential sites (5-0)
• Approved $56,900 ARPA budget amendment for one part-time Auditor's Office position (5-0)
• Rejected all bids for Front Street road construction and ordered re-advertisement (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 8

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 8 will meet to discuss the removal of road right of way from the district. The board will also review minutes from a previous meeting.

• Order of Exclusion and Disannexation of road right of way from County Assistance District No. 8

The Commissioners Court approved the exclusion and disannexation of a road right of way from County Assistance District No. 8. The court also approved the minutes from a previous meeting held in January 2021.

• Approved Order of Exclusion and Disannexation of road right of way from County Assistance District No. 8 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of meeting held on January 26, 2021 (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 7

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 7 Board of Directors will meet to discuss funding for a road project and law enforcement services. The board is considering the allocation of funds for a mobility bond project and an agreement for constable services.

• Allocation of $10,100,000 for the Precinct 3 Library Access Road project (Mobility Bond Project No. 20318x)
• Interlocal Agreement for law enforcement services provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 3 through September 30, 2022

The Commissioners Court approved funding for a road project and a law enforcement services agreement. The court also approved the minutes from the August 3, 2021 meeting.

• Approved $10,100,000 allocation for Precinct 3 Library Access Road, Mobility Bond Project No. 20318x (5-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services provided by Office of Constable Precinct 3 through September 30, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from August 3, 2021 meeting (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 11

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 11 Board of Directors will meet to discuss an interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services. The proposed agreement would provide services through the Office of Constable Precinct 3.

• Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services with Office of Constable Precinct 3, effective through September 30, 2022

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court held a special meeting for Assistance District No. 11. They unanimously approved an interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 3. The agreement is effective through September 30, 2022. The court also approved the minutes from the previous meeting held on May 11, 2021.

• Approved Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services with Assistance District No. 11 (5-0)
• Approved Minutes of meeting held on May 11, 2021 (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 1

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 1 Board of Directors will meet to discuss the inclusion of road right of way into the district. The board will also consider an agreement for additional law enforcement services provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 3.

• Order of Inclusion of road right of way into County Assistance District No. 1
• Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services with Office of Constable Precinct 3 through September 30, 2022

The Commissioners Court approved an interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 3. The court also approved the inclusion of a road right of way into County Assistance District No. 1.

• Approved Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services via Constable Precinct 3 through Sept. 30, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Order of Inclusion of road right of way into County Assistance District No. 1 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from September 14, 2021 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on creating Emergency Service District No. 9 and updating several traffic control plans. The body is also reviewing multiple law enforcement interlocal agreements and payments for mobility bond projects.

• Public hearing to consider creation of Fort Bend County Emergency Service District No. 9 in Precinct 1
• Proposed change of street name from Dewberry Lane to Two Gun Way in Precinct 3
• Budget transfer of $237,600 from Capital Acquisitions to Fees for Whitley Penn auditing fees
• Interlocal agreement renewal with Texas Department of Family and Protective Services for $67,915
• Payment of $93,872.65 to McDonough Engineering Corporation for Stella Road project

The Commissioners Court approved the creation of Emergency Service District No. 9 in Precinct 1. The court also authorized over $10 million for a library access road and approved several tax abatement agreements for Cutlass Solar.

• Approved creation of Fort Bend County Emergency Service District No. 9 (5-0)
• Approved $10.1M for Precinct 3 Library access road at Texas Heritage Parkway (5-0)
• Approved tax abatement agreements for Cutlass Solar LLC and Cutlass Solar II, LLC (5-0)
• Approved $17.17M in total bills and disbursements (5-0)
• Approved $3.5M Community Development Block Grant and other HUD funding (5-0)
• Approved $20,000 donation from Amazon for Four Corners Park projects (5-0)
• Approved $1.48M and $3.17M agreements with City of Sugar Land for trail projects (5-0)
• Approved $981,347 engineering agreement for Precinct 3 Library Access Road (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 9

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 9 will meet to discuss an interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services. The proposed agreement would provide services through the Office of Constable Precinct 3.

• Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services with Office of Constable Precinct 3 through September 30, 2022

The Commissioners Court approved an interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services for County Assistance District No. 9. These services will be provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 3 through September 30, 2022.

• Approved Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services via Constable Precinct 3 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from August 24, 2021 meeting (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 6

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 6 will vote on an interlocal agreement to fund additional law enforcement services. The district agrees to pay 47.50% of the estimated program cost, with services provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 4 through September 30, 2022. The meeting also includes routine approval of previous minutes.

• Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services
• District No. 6 pays 47.50% of estimated program cost
• Services provided by Office of Constable Precinct 4
• Agreement effective through September 30, 2022
• Approval of minutes from April 27, 2021 meeting

The Commissioners Court approved an interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 4. Under the agreement, Assistance District No. 6 will pay 47.50% of the program's estimated cost through September 30, 2022.

• Approved Interlocal Agreement for law enforcement services with Assistance District No. 6 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from April 27, 2021 meeting (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 2

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 2 Board of Directors will meet to discuss a law enforcement services agreement. The board is considering an interlocal agreement to fund a portion of services provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 4.

• Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services with Office of Constable Precinct 4 (District to pay 47.50% of estimated cost) effective through September 30, 2022

The Commissioners Court approved an interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 4. Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 2 will pay 47.50% of the program's estimated cost.

• Approved Interlocal Agreement for law enforcement services through Sept. 30, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from October 6, 2020 meeting (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will discuss tax abatement agreements for solar projects in Reinvestment Zone 23. The board is also considering funding for 2022 capital purchases and a contract change order for watershed protection.

• Rescind and approve First Amendment to Tax Abatement Agreement with Cutlass Solar LLC
• Approve Tax Abatement Agreement with Cutlass Solar II, LLC
• Resolution to advance funding and reimburse expenditures for Fiscal Year 2022 Drainage capital purchases
• Change Order No. 6 for $152,270.20 to Shirley & Sons Construction Company Inc. for Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase I
• Total contract amount for Oyster Creek project not to exceed $4,018,476.92

The board approved tax abatement agreements for Cutlass Solar LLC and Cutlass Solar II, LLC. It also authorized funding for FY 2022 capital purchases and a contract change order for Oyster Creek bank stabilization.

• Approved minutes from September 13 and 14, 2021 (5-0)
• Rescinded First Amendment to Tax Abatement Agreement with Cutlass Solar LLC (5-0)
• Approved First Amendment to Tax Abatement Agreement with Cutlass Solar LLC (5-0)
• Approved Tax Abatement Agreement with Cutlass Solar II, LLC (5-0)
• Approved resolution to advance funding and reimburse FY 2022 Drainage capital purchases (5-0)
• Approved $152,270.20 change order for Shirley & Sons Construction Company Inc. for Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase I (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 10

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 10 will approve minutes from a previous meeting and take action on an interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services. This agreement involves Fort Bend County and the Office of Constable Precinct 3, with services effective through September 30, 2022.

• Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services with Office of Constable Precinct 3
• Agreement effective through September 30, 2022
• Approval of minutes from July 6, 2021 meeting

The Commissioners Court approved an interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services for County Assistance District No. 10. These services will be provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 3 through September 30, 2022.

• Approved Interlocal Agreement for law enforcement services via Constable Precinct 3 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from July 6, 2021 meeting (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 12

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 12 meets to approve previous minutes and take action on an order to disannex certain land from the district. The agenda includes a specific order and exhibit regarding the exclusion of land from the district boundaries.

• Action on Order of Exclusion and Disannexation of land from District No. 12
• Approval of minutes from the June 4, 2019 meeting

The Commissioners Court approved an Order of Exclusion and Disannexation of certain land from Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 12. The court also approved the minutes from a June 4, 2019 meeting.

• Approved Order of Exclusion and Disannexation of certain land from Assistance District No. 12 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of meeting held on June 4, 2019 (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 1

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 1 Board of Directors is meeting to discuss funding for a road modification. The board will also review minutes from the July 13, 2021 meeting.

• Allocation of $8,975 to modify a median nose at the intersection of Taylor Bend and Mason Road, Precinct 3

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 1 approved the allocation of $8,975 for road modifications in Precinct 3. The board also approved the minutes from the July 13, 2021 meeting.

• Approved $8,975 to modify a median nose at the intersection of Taylor Bend and Mason Road (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the July 13, 2021 meeting (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will hold a public hearing and vote on the Fiscal Year 2022 budget. The board is also considering the adoption of the 2021 tax rate and updates to district staffing and fleet management.

• Proposed total drainage district tax rate of $0.0145
• Change Order No. 5 with NBG Constructors, Inc. for $51,725 for Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase II
• Public hearing on the Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2022
• Tax Abatement Agreement with API Realty, LLC in City of Sugar Land Reinvestment Zone 2018-01
• Approval of FY2022 fleet management and take-home vehicle lists

The Board approved a $10,119,432 budget for Fiscal Year 2022 and decreased the total drainage tax rate to $0.0145. Other actions included approving fleet vehicle assignments and a contract change order for Oyster Creek channel stabilization.

• Adopted FY2022 budget of $10,119,432 (5-0)
• Decreased total drainage tax rate to $0.0145 (5-0)
• Approved $51,725 change order for Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase II (5-0)
• Approved FY2022 fleet vehicle assignments (5-0)
• Approved FY2022 take-home vehicle list (5-0)
• Approved proposed positions for FY2022 (5-0)
• Rescinded and corrected tax abatement agreement for API Realty, LLC (5-0)
• Approved minutes from September 7, 2021 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will conduct public hearings regarding a proposal to increase the 2021 tax rate and the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2022. The body will also consider various mobility bond payments, engineering permits, and grant funding.

• Public hearing on proposal to increase the 2021 tax rate
• Public hearing on the Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2022
• Contract amendment for COVID-19 Vaccination Program totaling $5,971,981
• Payment of $381,549.31 to Allgood Construction Company for Old Richmond Road
• Acceptance of $175,110 grant for Backup Emergency Operations Center Upgrades

The Commissioners Court unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2022 budget of $439,744,261 and set a total property tax rate of $0.4383. The court also approved numerous infrastructure contracts, including road construction payments and a land purchase for a new Precinct 4 facility. Several tax penalty waivers were granted or denied based on whether administrative errors were found.

• Adopted FY2022 budget of $439,744,261 (5-0)
• Adopted total tax rate of $0.4383 (5-0)
• Approved $1,303,659 land purchase for Precinct 4 Facility (5-0)
• Approved $381,549.31 payment for Old Richmond Road construction (5-0)
• Approved $333,089.77 payment for Beechnut Road improvements (5-0)
• Approved $3,369,758 amendment for COVID-19 Vaccination Program (5-0)
• Denied tax penalty waiver for Rogelio Tristan ($4,161.12) (5-0)
• Approved tax penalty waiver for Mike V. Hajovsky ($305.90) (5-0)

PUBLIC HEARING

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court is holding a public hearing to discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2022. This hearing is conducted pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 111.067.

• Public hearing on the Proposed FY 2022 Budget

The Commissioners Court conducted a public hearing regarding the proposed FY 2022 Budget for Fort Bend County. No public comments were recorded during the hearing, and no formal votes or decisions were made on the budget during this session.

DRAINAGE DISTRICT PUBLIC HEARING

The Board of Directors will conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed FY 2022 Budget for the Fort Bend County Drainage District. This hearing is held pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 111.067.

• Public hearing on the proposed FY 2022 Budget

The Drainage District Board conducted a public hearing regarding the proposed FY 2022 budget. No public comments were recorded during the hearing, and no formal votes or decisions were documented.

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court held a regular session to approve public hearings for new residential traffic plans and process consent agenda items. Key decisions included a $3.5 million budget transfer for court-appointed services, acceptance of a state grant for impaired driver enforcement, and numerous payments for engineering services on mobility bond road projects.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans in Briarwood Crossing, Avalon Run, Vanbrooke, and Glenholly Park Drive
• Transfer of $3,500,000 from Auditor funds for court-appointed services
• Acceptance of $47,455.93 TxDOT grant for Stop Impaired Drivers program
• Payment of $261,223.01 to Binkley & Barfield for FM 521 engineering
• Payment of $199,542.27 to TEDSI Infrastructure Group for Grand Parkway (SH 99) engineering

The Commissioners Court approved over $12 million in bills and various mobility bond payments for road engineering. The court also authorized several American Rescue Plan Act budget amendments for new staff positions and approved an economic development agreement for the Landmark Community Center.

• Approved $12,311,929 in bills (5-0)
• Approved Economic Development Agreement for Landmark Community Center (5-0)
• Approved $528,300 ARPA budget amendment for three Clerk III positions (3-2)
• Approved $914,695 DSHS contract amendment for disease monitoring (5-0)
• Approved $415,695 TxDOT grant for rural public transportation (5-0)
• Approved $497,786.48 purchase of two properties via FEMA buyout grant (5-0)
• Approved $1.25M agreement with Tindale-Oliver & Associates for transportation planning (5-0)
• Denied property tax penalty waiver for Meghan I. Rivas (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to discuss fund transfers and manual revisions. The board is considering moving unused bond funding into a contingency account and updating drainage criteria.

• Proposed transfer of $6,081,249 from closed flood projects to Flood Contingency
• Proposed acceptance of revisions to Fort Bend County Interim Atlas 14 Drainage Criteria Manual
• Proposed acceptance of Minimum Slab Elevation Criteria revisions

The board approved transferring over $6 million from flood projects that required less bond funding than expected into the Flood Contingency fund. The board also accepted revisions to the county's drainage criteria and slab elevation standards.

• Approved transfer of $6,081,249 to Flood Contingency (5-0)
• Accepted revisions to Fort Bend County Interim Atlas 14 Drainage Criteria Manual and Minimum Slab Elevation Criteria (5-0)
• Approved minutes from August 24, 2021 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing regarding a street name change in Precinct 1. The body is also reviewing various budget transfers, out-of-state travel requests, and numerous payments for mobility bond engineering and construction projects.

• Public hearing to change Sansbury Boulevard to Manford Boulevard between Williams Way Boulevard and Grand Estates Drive
• Payment of $105,237.00 to Antwi Industries, LLC for intersection improvements on Rohan Road
• Payment of $73,300.73 to Gonzalez Construction Enterprise, Inc. for reconstruction of Bryan Road
• Budget transfer of $125,000 for Road and Bridge departmental overtime shortage
• Interlocal Agreement for law enforcement services between the County and Municipal Utility District No. 162

The Commissioners Court approved an amended order requiring face coverings in county facilities. The court also approved numerous infrastructure payments, budget transfers, and a tax abatement agreement for API Realty, LLC.

• Approved amended order requiring face coverings in county facilities (3-2)
• Approved Tax Abatement Agreement for API Realty, LLC (5-0)
• Approved $16M consolidation of ARPA Non-Profit Partnerships into one countywide project (5-0)
• Approved $927,932 Grade Crossing Agreement with BNSF Railway Company (5-0)
• Approved $19,084,607.65 in bills (5-0)
• Approved $216,862 ARPA budget amendment for a contract GIS Analyst (5-0)
• Approved $333,994 TxDOT grant for public transportation (5-0)
• Approved $162,238.14 property purchase for 2016 Hazard Mitigation buyout (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 9

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 9 Board of Directors is meeting to discuss a sole source procurement. The board will consider granting a competitive bid exemption to purchase an autonomous charger for the North Annex parking lot.

• Proposed purchase of one electric vehicle autonomous charger from Beam Global for an amount not to exceed $75,008

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 9 approved a sole-source purchase for an electric vehicle autonomous charger. The charger will be installed in the North Annex parking lot.

• Approved competitive bid exemption to purchase one electric vehicle autonomous charger from Beam Global for up to $75,008 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from May 25, 2021 meeting (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to discuss a tax abatement agreement and a contract renewal for audit services. The board will also consider a change order for emergency watershed protection work.

• Tax Abatement Agreement with API Realty, LLC in City of Sugar Land Reinvestment Zone No. 23
• Audit services renewal with Whitley Penn, LLP not to exceed $13,500
• Change Order No. 4 with NBG Constructors, Inc. for $456,000 for Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase II
• Total contract ceiling for Oyster Creek project not to exceed $5,241,732.97

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board unanimously approved a $456,000 change order for the Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase II project, bringing the total contract value to just over $5.2 million. The board also approved a tax abatement agreement with API Realty, LLC in Sugar Land and renewed audit services with Whitley Penn, LLP for up to $13,500.

• Approved minutes from August 10, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Approved Tax Abatement Agreement with API Realty, LLC in Sugar Land Reinvestment Zone No. 23 (5-0)
• Approved First Amendment to audit services agreement with Whitley Penn, LLP for up to $13,500 (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 4 with NBG Constructors, Inc. for $456,000 additional services for Oyster Creek stabilization (5-0)

SPECIAL SESSION AGENDA

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court will meet in a special session. The body will enter a closed session to consult with its attorney regarding potential responses to rising COVID-19 infections before reconvening in open session to consider action.

• Consultation with attorney regarding potential responses to rising COVID-19 infections

The Commissioners Court voted 3-2 to authorize the County Attorney to file a lawsuit challenging Governor Abbott's Executive Order GA-38. The suit seeks a judicial declaration that the order, which suspends local mask mandates, exceeds the Governor's authority under the Texas Disaster Act or violates the Texas Constitution. The court also approved an exemption for the County Attorney from filing a bond for this legal action.

• Approved legal action against Gov. Abbott's mask ban order (3-2)
• Authorized County Attorney to seek judicial declaration on mask mandate suspension
• Approved exemption of County Attorney from filing bond for extraordinary writ
• Held closed session to consult with attorney on litigation

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans for five developments. The body is also considering various mobility bond payments, utility permits, and the acceptance of new streets in several subdivisions.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans at Sunset Crossing, Sienna, Grand Vista, Tamarron, and Silver Ranch
• Payment of $572,049.91 to James Construction for Cane Island Parkway Phase 2
• Payment of $509,283.40 to Allgood Construction for Brandt Road
• Release of bonds for street acceptance at Bonbrook Plantation South, Sienna Village of Destrehan, and Still Creek Ranch
• Appointment of Allen Bogard to the Gulf Coast Water Authority Board of Directors

The Commissioners Court approved a total tax rate of $0.4383, representing a 3.11% increase. The court also authorized numerous temporary grant positions and budget transfers funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). Additionally, Allen Bogard was appointed to the Gulf Coast Water Authority Board of Directors.

• Adopted total property tax rate of $0.4383 (5-0)
• Appointed Allen Bogard to Gulf Coast Water Authority Board (3-2)
• Approved $1.18M for two Associate Judge positions through Sept 2024 (3-2)
• Authorized $500,000 for Hazard Incentive Pay for Emergency Service Districts (5-0)
• Approved $1.85M Public Health Workforce Grant from Texas Dept of State Health Services (5-0)
• Approved $736,000 contract expansion for Business Accelerator Program (5-0)
• Approved $124,000 design agreement for Paramedic 602 Station in Rosenberg (5-0)
• Approved $5.69M in total bills (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will consider proposing a total tax rate of $0.0145 for 2021. The board is also scheduling public hearings for the FY2022 proposed budget and reviewing several contracts related to the Oyster Creek watershed.

• Proposed total 2021 tax rate of $0.0145
• Public hearings for FY2022 Proposed Budget set for September 13 and 14, 2021
• Change Order No. 5 for Shirley & Sons Construction Company Inc. for $90,000 (total contract not to exceed $3,866,206.72) for Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase I
• Bid 21-094 for the purchase and delivery of rock riprap
• Time extensions for M&E Consultants, LLC regarding Oyster Creek Emergency Watershed Protection Program Phases I and II

The board approved a total drainage tax rate of $0.0145, representing a 14.01 percent decrease. The board also scheduled public hearings for the FY2022 proposed budget and awarded a contract for rock riprap.

• Decreased total Drainage Tax Rate to $0.0145 (5-0)
• Scheduled FY2022 budget public hearings for Sept 13 and 14, 2021 (5-0)
• Awarded rock riprap purchase bid to Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC (5-0)
• Approved $90,000 change order for Shirley & Sons Construction Company Inc. (5-0)
• Extended M&E Consultants, LLC Oyster Creek Phase II performance to Feb 7, 2022 (5-0)
• Extended M&E Consultants, LLC Oyster Creek Phase I performance to Jan 1, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from August 3, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Recorded 2021 Tax Year Anticipated Collection Rate and Excess Debt Collections (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on several traffic control plans and street name modifications. The body is also reviewing numerous payments for mobility bond projects and various utility installation permits.

• Payment of $314,266.74 to Hurtado Construction Company for A. Myers construction
• Public hearing for street name change from Sims Road to Sims Court and adding Gaupp Way
• Public comments on a $64,034 DOJ grant application for Justice Assistance funds
• Payment of $108,340.65 to R.G. Miller Engineers, Inc. for Beechnut Street services
• Acceptance of traffic control plans for Circle Oak Parkway, Winfield Lakes North, and Deer Run Meadows

The Commissioners Court approved over $10.8 million in bills and awarded multiple construction bids for mobility and library projects. The court also appointed Nicole Ledet as Director of Human Resources and approved a Small Business Employment Incentive Program.

• Approved $10,805,888.68 in bills (4-0)
• Awarded $945,485.41 contract to Flintco, LLC for Precinct 3 North Library detention pond (4-0)
• Awarded $722,000 contract to T&C Construction, Ltd. for Packer Lane lift station (4-0)
• Appointed Nicole Ledet as Director of Human Resources (4-0)
• Approved implementation of Small Business Employment Incentive Program (4-0)
• Authorized up to $271,000 for Jane Long Building roof replacement (4-0)
• Approved $64,034 DOJ grant application for justice assistance (4-0)
• Approved two new Youth Employment Program Coordinator positions (4-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 7

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 7 Board of Directors is meeting to approve previous minutes and correct a clerical error from a prior meeting. The board will consider authorizing a reimbursement to Assistance District No. 1 for equipment installation.

• Reimbursement of $9,867.50 to Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 1 for two solar powered speed signs

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court held a special meeting for Assistance District No. 7. They approved a correction to a previous agenda item to reimburse Assistance District No. 1 $9,867.50 for two solar-powered speed signs. The meeting also approved the minutes from the July 27, 2021 session.

• Approved minutes of July 27, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Authorized correction to Agenda Item No. 3 for $9,867.50 reimbursement for two solar speed signs (4-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to discuss a project timeline extension and a small budget transfer. The board will also review minutes from the July 27, 2021, meeting.

• Change Order No. 3 for NBG Constructors, Inc. to extend performance through January 2, 2022, for Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase II
• Proposed transfer of $2,350 from Operating Supplies & Maintenance to Information Technology for a GIS laptop

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board approved a change order extending the deadline for the Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase II project to January 2, 2022, without changing the total compensation. The board also authorized a $2,350 budget transfer from maintenance funds to IT for a GIS laptop. All votes were unanimous among the four present members.

• Approved minutes from July 27, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 3 for Oyster Creek stabilization extension to Jan 2, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved $2,350 transfer from Operating Supplies & Maintenance to IT for GIS laptop (4-0)

SPECIAL SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court is meeting for a special session to conduct budget workshops. This includes discussions regarding Capital Improvement Projects.

• Budget workshops
• Capital Improvement Projects

The Commissioners Court conducted a budget workshop to review the FY2022 recommended budget of $443.6 million. The session focused on taxable values, staffing requests, and capital improvement projects. No final votes or formal approvals were recorded in the minutes.

ADDENDUM TO AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will meet in closed session to consult with its attorney regarding pending or contemplated litigation and settlement offers. The body will then reconvene in open session to consider taking action on these matters.

• Closed session consultation with attorney regarding Texas Government Code § 551.071
• Discussion regarding Chapter 260 of the Health and Safety Code
• Discussion regarding Chapter 352 of the Local Government Code

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will discuss a contract amendment for consulting services and the reclassification of two vacant staff positions. The board will also record property tax write-offs for the district.

• Second Amendment to agreement with Freese and Nichols, Inc. to increase scope by $20,000 for a total not to exceed $160,000
• 10/20 Year Write Off of Property Taxes pursuant to Texas Property Tax Code Section 33.05
• Reclassification of vacant position 6201-0042 from Surveyor/Technician to Heavy Equipment Operator
• Reclassification of vacant position 6201-0086 from Engineer I to Heavy Equipment Operator

The Board approved a $20,000 increase for drainage review assistance and authorized the write-off of certain property taxes. Additionally, the Board approved the reclassification of two vacant staff positions to Heavy Equipment Operator roles.

• Approved $20,000 increase to Freese and Nichols, Inc. contract for a total not to exceed $160,000 (5-0)
• Approved 10/20 Year Write Off of Property Taxes per Texas Property Tax Code Section 33.05 (5-0)
• Approved reclassification of vacant position 6201-0042 to Heavy Equipment Operator, Grade 7 (5-0)
• Approved reclassification of vacant position 6201-0086 to Heavy Equipment Operator, Grade 7 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from July 6, 2021 meeting (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 7

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 7 will meet to review previous minutes and consider a specific reimbursement. The primary action item involves funding for traffic safety equipment.

• Reimbursement of $9,867.50 for two solar powered speed signs to be installed within the district

The Commissioners Court approved a reimbursement to Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 7 for the installation of two solar powered speed signs. The court also approved the minutes from the January 26, 2021 meeting.

• Approved $9,867.50 reimbursement to Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 7 for two solar powered speed signs (5-0)
• Approved minutes of meeting held on January 26, 2021 (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans for several residential sections and road intersections. The body is also considering various budget transfers and payments for mobility bond engineering and construction projects.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans including Sienna Section 29A, Veranda Section 33, and Tamarron Section 27
• Payment of $183,597.94 to Gonzalez Construction Enterprise, Inc. for Bryan Road reconstruction
• Payment of $113,775.00 to Binkley & Barfield, Inc. for FM 521 professional engineering services
• Budget transfer of $399,804 for the County Treasurer from Earnings Credit into Fees
• Payment of $109,796.70 to McDonough Engineering Corporation for Stella Road services

The Commissioners Court established a Non-Profit Grant Program and approved several cybersecurity initiatives funded by the American Rescue Plan Act. The court also authorized over $4M for road construction and approved numerous engineering payments and permits.

• Established Non-Profit Grant Program under American Rescue Plan Act (5-0)
• Approved $583,768 for four temporary IT cybersecurity positions (5-0)
• Approved $125,301.05 for cybersecurity software (5-0)
• Authorized $4,068,871 in Certificates of Obligation for road construction (5-0)
• Approved $300,000 agreement with Mason Tillman Associates for Disparity Study (3-2)
• Approved $21.1M in bills and $3.8M in time-sensitive disbursements (5-0)
• Approved 2022 Holiday Schedule (4-1)
• Authorized $50,741.75 for Public Safety Annex utility capacity (5-0)

ADDENDUM TO AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will meet in closed session to consult with its attorney regarding pending or contemplated litigation. The body may then reconvene in open session to take action on the matter.

• Consultation regarding Cause No. 19-DCV-263509 - County of Fort Bend, Texas v. Purdue Pharma, LP, et al.

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 1

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 1 meets to approve minutes from May 11, 2021. The main substantive item is a request to allocate an additional $50,000 to the Cinco Ranch Boulevard Turn Lanes project, bringing its total allocation to $750,000. The meeting also includes standard procedural items like the call to order and adjournment.

• Approve minutes from May 11, 2021
• Allocate additional $50,000 for Cinco Ranch Boulevard Turn Lanes project
• Total project allocation would be $750,000
• Project is Mobility Bond Project No. 17314x

The Commissioners Court approved an additional $50,000 for the Cinco Ranch Boulevard Turn Lanes project. This brings the total project allocation to $750,000.

• Approved additional $50,000 for Cinco Ranch Boulevard Turn Lanes project (5-0)
• Approved minutes from May 11, 2021 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will discuss allocating ARPA funds for water plant projects in Kendleton and redevelopment grants for the Edison Arts Foundation and Fort Bend History Association. The body is also reviewing numerous mobility bond payments and engineering permits.

• Proposed $1.4 million for Kendleton water plant and $600,000 for Kendleton waste water plant design
• Proposed $2 million grant for Edison Arts Foundation mixed use redevelopment
• Proposed $1 million grant for Fort Bend History Association capital improvement
• Payment of $272,224.23 to Allgood Construction Company for Beechnut Road improvements
• Payment of $174,286.83 to Allgood Construction for Brandt Road construction

The Commissioners Court approved several major funding items, including $2 million for the Kendleton water plant, $2 million for the Edison Arts Foundation, and a $345,000 contract for community vaccine outreach. The vaccine outreach contract and a $20,000 law enforcement grant were both approved by a 3-2 vote, with Commissioners Morales and Meyers voting against them. The court also authorized the County Attorney to approve the Purdue Pharma bankruptcy reorganization plan.

• Approved $2M for Kendleton water plant design/construction (5-0)
• Approved $2M block grant for Edison Arts Foundation (5-0)
• Approved $345K vaccine outreach contract with Next Wave Strategies (3-2)
• Approved $20K US Marshals task force overtime MOU (3-2)
• Authorized approval of Purdue Pharma bankruptcy reorganization plan (5-0)
• Approved $1M block grant for Fort Bend History Association (5-0)
• Approved FY 2021 Consolidated Action Plan for CDBG/HOME/ESG (5-0)
• Approved purchase of two public transportation buses (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to review a contract change order. The board is considering additional funding for the Emergency Watershed Protection of Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase I.

• Change Order No. 4 with Shirley & Sons Construction Company Inc. for $89,705
• Total contract amount not to exceed $3,776,206.72 for Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase I

The Drainage District Board approved a change order for additional services related to the Emergency Watershed Protection of Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase I. The board also approved the minutes from the June 22, 2021 meeting.

• Approved Change Order No. 4 for Shirley & Sons Construction Company Inc. in the amount of $89,705 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of meeting held on June 22, 2021 (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 10

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 10 Board of Directors will meet to discuss a cost sharing agreement for maintaining landscaping on a public right of way. The board will also review minutes from a January 2021 meeting.

• Cost Sharing Agreement with Seven Meadows Community Association, Inc. for landscaping maintenance on a public right of way

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 10 approved a cost-sharing agreement with the Seven Meadows Community Association, Inc. to maintain landscaping on a public right of way. The board also approved the minutes from a previous meeting.

• Approved Cost Sharing Agreement with Seven Meadows Community Association, Inc. for landscaping maintenance (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the January 26, 2021 meeting (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 21

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 21 will meet to discuss the inclusion of real estate into the district. The board will review a landowner petition and a corresponding order of inclusion.

• Petition and Consent by Landowner to the Inclusion of Real Estate to Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 21
• Order of Inclusion of Certain Land to Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 21
• Approval of minutes from the January 28, 2020 meeting

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court held a special meeting for Assistance District No. 21. They unanimously approved the petition and consent from a landowner to include real estate in the district. The court also approved the formal order of inclusion for that land.

• Approved minutes from January 28, 2020 meeting (5-0)
• Approved Petition and Consent by Landowner for inclusion of real estate (5-0)
• Approved Order of Inclusion of certain land into Assistance District No. 21 (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 16

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 16 Board of Directors will meet to discuss the removal of a specific tract of land from the district boundaries. The board will also consider approving minutes from a January 2020 meeting.

• Order of Exclusion and Disannexation of a tract of land (Moore tract)

The Commissioners Court approved an Order of Exclusion and Disannexation for a tract of land within the Assistance District No. 16 boundary. The court also approved the minutes from a January 2020 meeting.

• Approved Order of Exclusion and Disannexation of a tract of land within Assistance District No. 16 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of meeting held on January 28, 2020 (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on imposing 'No Thru Trucks' restrictions in Precinct 1 and renaming streets in Precinct 3. The body is also reviewing numerous mobility bond project payments and several budget transfers.

• Proposed truck restrictions on Tara Plantation Drive, Savannah Moss Drive, and Harpers Drive
• Proposed street name changes for Jordan Road, Corona Star Trail, and others
• Budget transfer of $4,532,458 for the 1115 Waiver Program
• Payment of $185,198.49 to Binkley & Barfield, Inc. for FM 521 project
• Payment of $107,420.35 to RPS for 2017 Mobility Bond Projects in Precinct 2

The Commissioners Court awarded a $6.6M construction contract for Benton Road and approved several mobility bond payments. The court also authorized $1.1M for Jail Efficiency Project debt service and established the You Are Not Alone (YANA) Fund.

• Awarded Benton Road construction contract to Allgood Construction for $6,662,609.39 (5-0)
• Approved $1,140,860 transfer for Jail Efficiency Project debt service (5-0)
• Established the You Are Not Alone (YANA) Fund to accept donations (5-0)
• Approved $2.9M interlocal agreement with City of Meadows Place for Bikeway project (5-0)
• Authorized $823,833 for Linear Jail Renovation via Certificates of Obligation (5-0)
• Approved $350,000 Right of Entry agreement for South Post Oak Blvd litigation (5-0)
• Approved $14,179,619.60 in weekly disbursements and $1,175,671.47 in time-sensitive bills (5-0)
• Approved 'No Thru Trucks' restrictions for Tara Plantation, Savannah Moss, and Harpers Drives (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors is meeting to discuss a budget adjustment. The board will consider transferring funds to cover various fees and services through September 30, 2021.

• Proposed transfer of $100,000 from Drainage District Contingency into Fees

The Drainage District Board approved a fund transfer to cover additional service costs through September 30, 2021. The board also approved the minutes from the June 8, 2021, meeting.

• Approved transfer of $100,000 from Drainage District Contingency into Fees (5-0)
• Approved minutes of meeting held on June 8, 2021 (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court held a regular session to approve public hearings for traffic control plans in Sienna Plantation and Tamarron Crossing. The agenda included numerous consent items, such as approving payments for road construction and engineering services funded by Mobility Bonds, as well as internal budget transfers for staffing and facility repairs.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans in Sienna Plantation Sections 41 and 40B, and Tamarron Crossing Section 2
• Approval of $146,475.49 payment to Triple B Services for Sims Road realignment
• Approval of $61,715.18 payment to Gonzalez Construction for Bryan Road reconstruction
• Budget transfer of $118,324 to Medical Examiner for part-time staffing
• Renewal of Interlocal Agreement for law enforcement services with Pecan Grove Municipal Utility District

The Commissioners Court approved a $1,018,711.75 purchase of tough books and accessories for first responders. The court also authorized several ARPA-funded positions and budget amendments, and approved a Memorandum of Agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice regarding a Title VI investigation.

• Approved $1,018,711.75 purchase of tough books and accessories (5-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Agreement with U.S. Department of Justice regarding Title VI investigation (5-0)
• Approved 5 grant positions for District Attorney's Office via ARPA (5-0)
• Approved $5M Advance Funding Agreement with TxDOT for FM 723 (5-0)
• Approved application for COPS Hiring Grant to hire 5 Patrol Deputies (3-2)
• Appointed 7-person committee to study Thompson’s Chapel Cemetery (4-1)
• Approved $24,121,602.04 in bills (5-0)
• Approved $589,000 transfer of CSCD expenses to ARPA funds (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors is scheduled to vote on tax abatement agreements for projects involving Biotics Research Corporation and Frito-Lay, Inc. The board will also consider a historic property tax exemption for the Morton Ferry Home and approve a contract for channel repair engineering services.

• Tax abatement agreement with Biotics Research Corporation in Rosenberg Reinvestment Zone No. 27
• Tax abatement agreement with Frito-Lay, Inc. in Reinvestment Zones No. 28 and 25
• Historic Site Property Tax Exemption request for Morton Ferry Home at 402 North Second Street
• Engineering services contract with M&E Consultants, LLC for channel repair, not to exceed $214,860.10

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board unanimously approved tax abatement agreements for two commercial projects in Precinct 1. The board also approved a historic property tax exemption for the Morton Ferry Home in Richmond and authorized an engineering contract for channel repairs.

• Approved May 25, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Approved Tax Abatement Agreement with Biotics Research Corporation (5-0)
• Approved Tax Abatement Agreement with Frito-Lay, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved Historic Site Property Tax Exemption for Morton Ferry Home (5-0)
• Approved engineering services agreement with M&E Consultants, LLC for $214,860.10 (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing to modify the Major Thoroughfare Plan for North Fulshear Drive. The agenda also includes approving numerous engineering payments for road projects, accepting new street plats in residential developments, and granting permits for utility installations.

• Public hearing on modifying the Major Thoroughfare Plan for North Fulshear Drive in Precinct 3
• Approval of $312,568.50 payment to Allgood Construction for Brandt Road construction
• Approval of $155,757.05 payment to Allgood Construction for Beechnut Road improvements
• Release of $122,339.00 bond for street acceptance in Jordan Ranch Sec 16
• Approval of historic site property tax exemption for Morton Ferry Home in Richmond

The Commissioners Court approved a construction agreement for the North Library and authorized several pandemic-related payments and positions using ARPA funds. The court also approved tax abatements for Biotics Research Corporation and Frito-Lay Inc. and settled two legal claims totaling $175,000.

• Approved $11.98M construction contract for North Library (5-0)
• Approved $640,573.61 ARPA payment to OakBend Medical Center (5-0)
• Approved tax abatement agreements for Biotics Research Corp and Frito-Lay Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $100,000 settlement for Kenneth Washington and $75,000 for Claudia Glaze (5-0)
• Approved 5 new grant-funded positions in Sheriff's Office and County Judge's Office (5-0)
• Approved modification to Major Thoroughfare Plan for North Fulshear Drive (5-0)
• Approved $16.2M in total bills, including $12.7M in operating expenses (5-0)
• Appointed Kathleen Novosad as interim Director of Human Resources (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court will consider various infrastructure payments, including a large sum for Knight Road. The body is also reviewing multiple street acceptances, utility permits, and a traffic control plan for Tamarron Section 28.

• Payment of $2,800,000.00 to City of Missouri City for Knight Road construction
• Interlocal Project Agreement with Needville ISD for Jay Drive and Stadium Drive not to exceed $26,975.00
• Public hearing for traffic control plan from Tamarron Section 28, Precinct 3
• Budget transfer of $32,000 for the Fire Marshal's Hazmat Unit to purchase foam
• Street acceptances and bond releases for Grand Vista, Sienna Plantation, Tamarron Crossing, and Lakes of Bella Terra West

The Commissioners Court approved a $1 million program to employ 250 young people this summer using ARPA funds. Other major actions included authorizing $2.76M for land parcels on FM 521 and approving $10.38M in bills.

• Initiated 2021 Youth Summer Jobs Program for $1,000,000 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Parcel 100 and 109 for FM 521 (North) for $2,768,389.90 (5-0)
• Approved bills totaling $10,387,504.01 (5-0)
• Authorized $159,000 for a Whole Body Security Scanning System for the Inmate Booking Center (5-0)
• Approved $2.1M engineering agreement with TEDSI Infrastructure Group for SH 99 Frontage Road (5-0)
• Awarded $120,812 contract to DVL Enterprises, LLC for Avenue E construction (5-0)
• Approved traffic control plan for Tamarron Section 28, Precinct 3 (5-0)
• Authorized $2.8M payment to City of Missouri City for Knight Road construction (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to consider two contracts related to water infrastructure. The board will review an engineering agreement for Big Creek and a change order for Oyster Creek bank stabilization.

• Agreement with CivilTech Engineering, Inc. for Big Creek engineering services not to exceed $1,410,502
• Change Order No.3 with Shirley & Sons Construction Company Inc. for $215,384.16 for Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase I
• Total contract amount for Oyster Creek project not to exceed $3,686,501.72

The Drainage District Board approved an engineering services agreement for Big Creek and a change order for the Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization project. The board also approved the minutes from the May 11, 2021 meeting.

• Approved agreement with CivilTech Engineering, Inc. for Big Creek engineering services not to exceed $1,410,502 (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No.3 for Shirley & Sons Construction Company Inc. for $215,384.16 for Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase I (5-0)
• Approved minutes of meeting held on May 11, 2021 (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans for four developments in Precinct 1. The body is also considering various budget transfers, personnel travel requests, and payments for multiple mobility bond projects.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans: Sunset Crossing Bryan Road, Highland Meadows, Veranda Section 34, and Bonbrook Plantation South
• Payment of $198,913.21 to Triple B Services, LLP for Lake Olympia Parkway Extension Segment 1
• Acceptance of a $50,000 grant for Behavioral Health Services from The Alliance for Strong Families and Communities, Inc.
• Budget transfer of $30,926 for upfitting K-9 Unit No. Z027
• Budget transfer of $17,000 for security cameras at the Fire Marshal's Office

The Commissioners Court authorized $25 million for a Business Grant Program and $10 million for a Mortgage Assistance Program using ARPA funds. The court also accepted $19 million from the U.S. Treasury for emergency rental assistance and approved several large mobility bond construction contracts.

• Authorized $25M Business Grant Program and $10M Mortgage Assistance Program (5-0)
• Accepted $19M from U.S. Treasury for Emergency Rental Assistance Program (5-0)
• Awarded $16.7M contract to Triple B Services, LLP for Chimney Rock Road construction (5-0)
• Approved $2M in Certificates of Obligation for Precinct 3 North Public Library Project (5-0)
• Approved Fort Bend County Policy for Body-Worn Cameras (5-0)
• Awarded $199,684 contract to Traf-Tex, Inc for Williams School Road improvements (5-0)
• Approved $79,500 settlement in Cause No. 21-CCV-069036 (5-0)
• Approved $5M agreement with Texas Black Expo Inc. for We All Eat Program (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 9

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 9 Board of Directors will meet to discuss funding for road maintenance. The board is considering a request to allocate funds for concrete repairs on Mason Road.

• Request to allocate $13,475 to Fort Bend County Road and Bridge for Mason Road concrete repairs

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 9 approved funding for road repairs and adopted previous meeting minutes. The funding was allocated to Fort Bend County Road and Bridge.

• Approved $13,475 for Mason Road concrete repairs (5-0)
• Approved minutes from February 23, 2021 meeting (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will discuss guidelines for granting tax abatements and designating reinvestment zones. The board is also considering an amendment to a tax abatement agreement with Cutlass Solar LLC.

• Guidelines and Criteria for Granting Tax Abatements under Texas Tax Code Section 312.002
• First Amendment to Tax Abatement Agreement with Cutlass Solar LLC in Reinvestment Zone No. 23
• Authorization to advertise for bids for rock rip-rap material

The Board established guidelines for granting tax abatements and designating reinvestment zones. It also approved a tax abatement amendment for Cutlass Solar LLC and authorized bidding for drainage materials.

• Approved Guidelines and Criteria for Granting Tax Abatements (5-0)
• Approved First Amendment to Tax Abatement Agreement with Cutlass Solar LLC (5-0)
• Authorized advertising for bids for rock rip-rap material for Drainage (5-0)
• Approved minutes from May 4, 2021 meeting (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 1

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 1 Board of Directors will meet to discuss funding for a traffic signal project. The board will also review minutes from the January 26, 2021 meeting.

• Request to fund construction of temporary traffic signal at FM 1463 at Pine Mill Ranch Drive (Project No. TS19301) in an amount not to exceed $150,000

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court held a special meeting for Assistance District No. 1. They unanimously approved funding up to $150,000 for a temporary traffic signal at FM 1463 and Pine Mill Ranch Drive. The meeting also included the approval of previous minutes from January 26, 2021.

• Approved minutes from January 26, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Approved funding up to $150,000 for temporary traffic signal at FM 1463/Pine Mill Ranch Drive (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 11

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 11 meets to approve previous minutes and decide on a request to allocate $10,998.48 to Fort Bend County. This funding is designated for repairs at Jones Creek Ranch Park. The agenda includes a quote for Conroe wood products related to the project.

• Allocation request of $10,998.48 for repairs in Jones Creek Ranch Park
• Approval of minutes from the May 4, 2021 meeting
• Attachment of a quote for Conroe wood products

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 11 approved funding for park repairs. The board also approved the minutes from the May 4, 2021, meeting.

• Allocated $10,998.48 to Fort Bend County for repairs in Jones Creek Ranch Park (5-0)
• Approved minutes of meeting held on May 4, 2021 (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 4

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 4 Board of Directors will meet to discuss funding for a mobility project. The board is considering a request for design and right of way acquisition for Evergreen Road.

• Funding request not to exceed $2,440,000 for Evergreen Road, Mobility Bond Project No. 20122x, Precinct 1

The Commissioners Court approved funding for a mobility bond project in Precinct 1. The funds will be used for design and right of way acquisition for Evergreen Road.

• Approved funding up to $2,440,000 for Evergreen Road design and right of way acquisition (5-0)
• Approved minutes from April 6, 2021 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control and thoroughfare plan modifications. The body is also considering various payments for mobility bond projects and the acceptance of new streets in several subdivisions.

• Public hearing on Golfview Drive extension from Richmond Parkway to FM 359
• Payment of $461,825.34 to Allgood Construction Company for Beechnut Road improvements
• Payment of $340,850.83 to Allgood Construction Company for Katy Flewellen Road
• Acceptance of streets and bond release of $236,950.00 for Grand Mission Estates Section 25
• Donation of 10 RF-15 Patrol Rifles from Radical Firearms LLC to Precinct 3 Constable

The Commissioners Court appointed Mark Gibson to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Judge Joel C. Clouser, Sr. The court also approved various road projects, budget transfers, and a $16.9 million bill payment. Additionally, the court approved guidelines for granting tax abatements.

• Appointed Mark Gibson as Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2 (5-0)
• Approved Guidelines and Criteria for Granting Tax Abatements (5-0)
• Approved $16,903,979.58 in bills (5-0)
• Awarded $145,185 traffic signalization contract to Traffic Systems Construction (5-0)
• Approved $4,504,864 FTA application for FY 2020 CMAQ Flex funds (5-0)
• Approved $869,746 engineering agreement with Isani Consultants, LP for Benton Road (5-0)
• Reclassified Detention Officer-Civilian I and II positions in Sheriff's Office (5-0)
• Approved $20,000 to engage counsel for creating additional taxing entities (5-0)

BUDGET WORKSHOP

The Commissioners Court is meeting for a special session to conduct budget workshops. No specific budget figures or departmental priorities are listed on the agenda.

• Budget workshops

The Commissioners Court conducted workshops where various county departments explained budget overages and proposed Capital Improvement Projects (CIP). No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during this special meeting.

BUDGET WORKSHOP

The Commissioners Court is meeting for a special session to conduct budget workshops. No specific budget items or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Budget workshops

The Commissioners Court held a special meeting to continue budget workshops. Ten departments and eight additional entities presented explanations for why their budgets exceeded target amounts. No specific budget approvals, denials, or vote tallies were recorded in these minutes.

• Budget workshops continued with department presentations
• County Attorney, DA, Public Defender, District Clerk, Indigent Defense, IT, Treasurer, Tax Assessor, HR, and County Clerk presented
• 387th District Court, 505th District Court, Engineering, Landfill, Recycling Center, Fairgrounds, Parks, and Medical Examiner presented
• Meeting adjourned at 2:33 p.m.

BUDGET WORKSHOP

The Commissioners Court is meeting for a special session to conduct budget workshops. No specific budget items or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Budget workshops

The Commissioners Court conducted a budget workshop where several county departments explained why their budgets exceeded target amounts. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during this session.

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will consider a maintenance covenant for Braes Bayou Generating, LLC and a gas pipeline encroachment at Oyster Creek. The board is also reviewing a request for engineering services for a FEMA channel repair project and a small budget transfer for equipment.

• Maintenance Covenant and Easement for Braes Bayou Generating, LLC in Samuel Kennedy Survey Abstract No. 44
• Letter of Encroachment with DCP Intrastate Network, LLC for a 16" Natural Gas Pipeline at Oyster Creek, Precinct 2
• RFQ 21-070 Engineering Services for Flat Bank/Steep Bank Channel Repair (FEMA Project 11898)
• $1,000 budget transfer from Operating Supplies & Maintenance to Information Technology for a surveyor tablet

The Drainage District Board approved engineering negotiations for a FEMA channel repair project and a maintenance covenant for Braes Bayou Generating, LLC. The board also approved a gas pipeline encroachment agreement and a small budget transfer for equipment.

• Approved Braes Bayou Generating, LLC's Declaration of Maintenance Covenant and Easement for Storm Water Control Facilities (5-0)
• Approved $1,000 budget transfer from Operating Supplies & Maintenance to Information Technology for a surveyor tablet (5-0)
• Approved Letter of Encroachment with DCP Intrastate Network, LLC for a 16" Natural Gas Pipeline at Oyster Creek, Precinct 2 (5-0)
• Approved negotiations with M&E Consultants, LLC for RFQ 21-070 Engineering Services for FEMA Project 11898 channel repair (5-0)
• Approved minutes from April 27, 2021 meeting (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 11

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 11 meets to approve previous minutes and take action on a petition to annex Jones Creek Ranch Park into the district's boundaries. The agenda also includes standard procedural items like calling the meeting to order and adjournment.

• Annexation of Jones Creek Ranch Park into Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 11
• Approval of minutes from the January 26, 2021 meeting

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court held a special meeting for Assistance District No. 11. The court unanimously approved the annexation of Jones Creek Ranch Park into the district's boundaries. The court also approved the minutes from the previous meeting held on January 26, 2021.

• Approved minutes from January 26, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Approved annexation of Jones Creek Ranch Park into Assistance District No. 11 (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on the FY2021 housing needs assessment and the acceptance of traffic control plans for several new subdivisions. The agenda also includes consent items for approving engineering payments for mobility bond projects and various utility permits.

• Public hearing on FY2021 Consolidated Annual Action Plan for low-and-moderate-income housing
• Public hearing to accept traffic control plans for Trammel Fresno Road, McCrary Meadows, and Cinco Ranch Northwest
• Payment of $166,145.80 to Gonzalez Construction Enterprise for Bryan Road reconstruction
• Payment of $83,621.09 to James Construction Group for Old Needville Fairchilds Road construction
• Release of $236,740.00 bond upon acceptance of Jordan Ranch streets

The Commissioners Court approved a preliminary budget recommendation for $157.42 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds. The court also approved various mobility bond payments, engineering permits, and property tax penalty waivers. A settlement of $1,000 was authorized for a land dispute case.

• Approved preliminary budget for $157,421,889 in ARPA funds (4-1)
• Approved $10,593,840.24 in bills (5-0)
• Approved $1,000 settlement for Cause No. 21-CCV-068971 (5-0)
• Approved professional engineering contracts for Vacek, Stella, and Rohan Roads (5-0)
• Approved $110,000 purchase of Nitrile Gloves (5-0)
• Approved annexation of Jones Creek Ranch Park into Assistance District No. 11 (5-0)
• Denied property tax penalty waivers for Chamarthi Jayachandra and Yao Yao & Chuan Zhao (5-0)
• Approved property tax penalty waivers for Paresh C & Neepa Patel, Paul & Dora Craine, and Sharath Nair (5-0)

BUDGET WORKSHOP

The Commissioners Court is meeting for a special session to conduct budget workshops. No specific budget figures or department priorities are listed on the agenda.

• Budget workshops

The Commissioners Court held a special budget workshop to review the 2022 budget request. Finance Director Pamela Gubbels presented a total request of $457.9 million, which is an 8.14% increase over the 2021 budget and $27 million over the target. Commissioners discussed the proposed 249 new positions and reclassifications, with Commissioner Meyers suggesting a wait for a compensation study and Commissioner Morales prioritizing cost-of-living raises for existing employees over new hires. No final budget decisions were made during this workshop.

• Reviewed 2022 budget request of $457.9 million
• Discussed 249 new positions totaling $23.6 million
• Commissioner Meyers suggested delaying reclassification decisions pending HR study
• Commissioner Morales requested consideration of cost-of-living raises for current staff
• Departments explained reasons for exceeding budget targets

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 6

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 6 is meeting to discuss funding for park improvements. The board will consider a request to allocate funds to Fort Bend County for playground equipment replacement.

• Request to allocate up to $350,000 to Fort Bend County for replacement of playground equipment at Four Corners Park

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 6 approved a request to allocate funds for playground equipment replacement at Four Corners Park. The board also approved the minutes from the April 6, 2021 meeting.

• Approved allocation of up to $350,000 for Four Corners Park playground equipment replacement (5-0)
• Approved minutes from April 6, 2021 meeting (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors meets to approve a contract amendment with Freese and Nichols, Inc. for drainage review assistance. The board also accepts the district's audited annual financial report for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2020.

• Amendment to Freese and Nichols, Inc. consulting agreement: scope increased by $50,000, total contract not to exceed $140,000
• Acceptance of FY 2020 Annual Financial Report, audited by Whitley Penn, LLP

The Drainage District Board approved a $50,000 increase for drainage review assistance services. The board also accepted the annual financial report for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2020.

• Approved $50,000 contract increase for Freese and Nichols, Inc. for drainage review assistance (5-0)
• Accepted 2020 Annual Financial Report audited by Whitley Penn, LLP (5-0)
• Approved minutes from April 13, 2021 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings to accept traffic control plans for several residential developments and road projects. The body is also considering various budget transfers and payments for professional engineering and construction services.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans including Candela Sec 2, Veranda Section 31, and Katy Gaston Road
• Payment of $466,772.24 to Allgood Construction Company, Inc. for Katy Flewellen Road
• Payment of $182,973.49 to CivilCorp LLC for McCrary Road
• Property tax exemption request for Simonton School at 34935 FM 1093
• Renewal of law enforcement services agreement with Weston Lakes Property Owners Association

The Commissioners Court approved over $31 million in bills and several mobility bond projects. The court also authorized new positions for the Medical Examiner's Office and accepted a $2.6 million COVID-19 vaccination grant.

• Approved bills totaling $31,041,109.34 (5-0)
• Approved $2,602,223 grant for COVID-19 Vaccination Program (5-0)
• Authorized $45,000 for Precinct 4 Annex preliminary drawings (5-0)
• Approved $94,888.50 for Peek Road sidewalk construction (5-0)
• Approved two new positions in the Medical Examiner's Office (5-0)
• Approved $679,100 for five EMS ambulance modules (5-0)
• Approved $339,689.50 for Tiburon, Inc. software subscription (5-0)
• Approved $137,863 contract to Antwi Industries, LLC for drainage construction (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors is meeting to review minutes and take action on a contract change order. The primary item concerns additional services for the Emergency Watershed Protection for Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase I.

• Change Order No.2 for Shirley & Sons Construction Company Inc. in the amount of $174,895
• Total contract amount for Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase I not to exceed $3,471,117.56

The Drainage District Board unanimously approved a change order adding $174,895 to the contract with Shirley & Sons Construction Company Inc. for the Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase I project. This brings the total contract amount to not exceed $3,471,117.56, funded by Flood Bond and Grant funds. The board also approved the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approved minutes of April 6, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for $174,895 additional services to Shirley & Sons Construction Company Inc. (5-0)
• Set total contract amount for Oyster Creek stabilization to not exceed $3,471,117.56

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans for several developments. The body is also considering various engineering payments for mobility bond projects and appointments for deputy constables.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans at McCrary Meadows Sec 6, Fulbrook Section Three "D", Candela Sec 3, and Sienna Section 33B
• Payment of $956,116.64 to Triple B Services, LLP for Lake Olympia Parkway Extension Segment 1
• Contract not to exceed $196,158.96 with Indigent Healthcare Solutions for data processing
• Proposed hourly wage increases for Election Judges and Clerks to $17-$20 per hour
• Grant application for $159,410 for a Gangs/Organized Crimes Criminal Intelligence Analyst

The Commissioners Court authorized the County Attorney to hire outside counsel to file suit regarding electric service failures during the February 2021 Winter Storm. The court also approved over $14 million in bills and several mobility bond payments. Additionally, hourly wages for election workers were increased for the May 1, 2021 election.

• Authorized lawsuit regarding February 2021 electric grid failures (5-0)
• Approved bills totaling $14,352,795.79 (5-0)
• Increased election worker wages: Judges/Early Voting Clerks/Ballot Board to $20/hr, Day Clerks to $17/hr (5-0)
• Approved $159,410 DOJ grant for Gangs/Organized Crimes Analyst (5-0)
• Approved $1,250,000 total contract for CARES Act small business consulting (5-0)
• Approved traffic control plans for McCrary Meadows Sec 6, Fulbrook Sec 3D, Candela Sec 3, and Sienna Sec 33B (5-0)
• Approved $193,527 agreement with University of Houston for FOCUS Youth Program (5-0)
• Approved $128,559 Texas Indigent Defense Commission grant renewal (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 6

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 6 Board of Directors is meeting to review previous minutes and consider a funding request. The primary action item involves allocating funds to the county for park maintenance.

• Request to allocate $50,000 to Fort Bend County for rubber mulch surfacing materials at Four Corners Park

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 6 held a special meeting on April 6, 2021. The Commissioners Court unanimously approved allocating $50,000 to Fort Bend County for replacing rubber mulch surfacing at Four Corners Park. The board also approved the minutes from the previous meeting held on October 6, 2020.

• Approved $50,000 allocation for Four Corners Park rubber mulch replacement (5-0)
• Approved minutes from October 6, 2020 meeting (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 4

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 4 Board of Directors will meet to discuss a petition for the addition of land. This includes a petition for consent for the City of Houston to annex the land.

• Petition for Addition of Certain Land submitted by Fresno Lakes, Ltd.
• Petition for Consent to the City of Houston to annex said land

The Commissioners Court approved a petition from Fresno Lakes, Ltd. to add certain land and granted consent for the City of Houston to annex that land. The court also approved meeting minutes from March 12, 2019.

• Approved Petition for Addition of Certain Land and consent for City of Houston annexation submitted by Fresno Lakes, Ltd. (5-0)
• Approved minutes of meeting held on March 12, 2019 (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans for several developments. The body is also considering various budget transfers and payments for engineering and construction services related to mobility bond projects.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans at Veranda, Firethorne West, Sienna Plantation, Sienna, Anserra, Circle Seven Road, and Candela
• Project agreement with City of Kendleton to rebuild Ervin Harris Road not to exceed $151,930.00
• Payment of $237,360.40 to James Construction for Cane Island Parkway Phase 2
• Payment of $168,152.35 to Allgood Construction Company, Inc. for Beechnut Road improvements
• Payment of $109,503.62 to Binkley & Barfield, Inc. for FM 521 professional engineering services

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved a consent agenda covering engineering payments, permits, and development items. Key individual actions included accepting a $3 million contribution for Lake Olympia Parkway construction, ratifying over $2.6 million in state grants for COVID-19 vaccination efforts, and adopting amended toll rate schedules for county toll roads. The court also authorized litigation expenses for pending cases and approved $25 million in routine and time-sensitive disbursements.

• Approved $3M contribution from MUD 24 for Lake Olympia Parkway construction (5-0)
• Ratified $2.6M state grant for COVID-19 vaccination funding (5-0)
• Adopted amended toll rate schedules for County and Grand Parkway toll roads (5-0)
• Approved $25,015,477.30 in bills and disbursements (5-0)
• Approved $150,700 bid for Orchard water plant improvements (5-0)
• Authorized $50,000 transfer for Sheriff's Civil Service Commission legal representation (5-0)
• Approved $35,898.50 HOME Investment Partnerships Program assistance (5-0)
• Tabled Item 10 regarding FY2021 Consolidated Annual Action Plan public hearing

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will review change orders for two phases of the Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization project. The board is also considering the purchase of a large dozer and a maintenance covenant for storm water control facilities.

• Change Order No. 1 for Shirley & Sons Construction Company Inc. ($60,000) for Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase I
• Change Order No. 1 for NBG Constructors, Inc. ($105,280) for Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase II
• Purchase of one Caterpillar large dozer from Mustang CAT not to exceed $336,264.37
• Approval of Braes Bayou Generating, LLC's Declaration of Maintenance Covenant and Easement for Storm Water Control Facilities

The Board approved two change orders for the Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization project and authorized the purchase of a large dozer. One item regarding a maintenance covenant for Braes Bayou Generating, LLC was pulled.

• Approved $60,000 change order for Shirley & Sons Construction (Oyster Creek Phase I) (5-0)
• Approved $105,280 change order for NBG Constructors, Inc. (Oyster Creek Phase II) (5-0)
• Approved purchase of one Caterpillar large dozer from Mustang CAT for up to $336,264.37 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from March 23, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Pulled action on Braes Bayou Generating, LLC's Declaration of Maintenance Covenant and Easement

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will consider transferring funds for consulting services and Tax Increment Reinvestment Zones. The board is also reviewing two easement agreements involving the City of Sugar Land and MUD 185.

• Proposed transfer of $100,000 from Drainage Contingency into Fees for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone and Professional Consulting Services
• Dedication of a Temporary Construction Easement to the City of Sugar Land in Precinct 3
• Right-of-Way Easement Encroachment Agreement with Fort Bend County MUD No. 185 for a trail in Precinct 3

The Board approved transferring $100,000 from Drainage Contingency to Fees for consulting and Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone services. It also approved a construction easement for the City of Sugar Land and a trail encroachment agreement in Precinct 3.

• Approved minutes from March 9, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved $100,000 transfer from Drainage Contingency into Fees for TIRZ and Professional Consulting Services through Sept 30, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved Temporary Construction Easement dedication to the City of Sugar Land in Precinct 3 (5-0)
• Approved Right-of-Way Easement Encroachment Agreement with Fort Bend County MUD No. 185 for a trail in Precinct 3 (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will review numerous payments for mobility bond projects and professional engineering services. The body is also considering a project agreement to assist the City of Needville with road reconstruction.

• Project agreement with City of Needville for road milling and overlay not to exceed $65,625
• Payment of $357,875.10 to Zarinkelk for Chimney Rock engineering services
• Payment of $332,127.59 to Triple B Services, LLP for Clodine Road construction
• Payment of $176,545.66 to Triple B Services, LLP for Lake Olympia Parkway Extension
• Payment of $164,502.31 to Allgood Construction Company, Inc. for Katy Flewellen Road

The Commissioners Court approved the use of eminent domain to acquire right-of-way for the Moore Road and Rohan Road projects. The court also approved over $36 million in bills and created a new Housing Program Specialist position. Several mobility bond payments and engineering permits were approved.

• Authorized eminent domain for Moore Road Project #17218X (5-0)
• Authorized eminent domain for Rohan Road Project #20105 (5-0)
• Approved $36,131,847.02 in bills (5-0)
• Approved creation of Housing Program Specialist position (5-0)
• Approved $4.5M contract amendment for MPACT Strategic Consulting, LLC (5-0)
• Approved $1.09M agreement with Barge Design Solutions, Inc. for traffic signal wireless systems (5-0)
• Approved $1.67M federal grant application for High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area program (5-0)
• Authorized lawsuit to recover payments related to Brenda Gunter and Nicolas Bangegas (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to consider a property tax exemption and a vehicle purchase. The board will also review minutes from the March 2, 2021 meeting.

• Request for 2021 historic site property tax exemption for The George Ranch Historical Park in Richmond
• Purchase of one truck from Grapevine Dodge Chrysler Jeep not to exceed $47,007

The Drainage District Board approved a property tax exemption for the George Ranch Historical Park for the 2021 tax year. The board also authorized the purchase of a new truck for district use.

• Approved historic site property tax exemption for The George Ranch Historical Park for tax year 2021 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of one truck from Grapevine Dodge Chrysler Jeep not to exceed $47,007 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from March 2, 2021 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans for several residential developments. The body is also considering various budget transfers and payments for mobility bond projects.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans at Pecan Acres Drive, Jordan Ranch Boulevard, Fulbrook Section Six “A”, Sienna Oaks Drive, Firethorne West, and Anserra Sec 4
• Property tax exemption request for The George Ranch Historical Park
• Interlocal agreement with Richmond State Supported Living Center for drainage ditch work not to exceed $4,365.00
• Budget transfer of $482,240 for the First Quarter FY 2021 Salary Audit
• Payments for mobility projects including $179,220.31 to James Construction for Cane Island Parkway Phase 2

The Commissioners Court approved over $26 million in bills and awarded several construction bids for road and sewer improvements. The court also authorized a grant agreement for a water treatment plant in Arcola and a $750,000 grant application for incarcerated parents.

• Approved bills totaling $26,125,513.40 (5-0)
• Awarded $920,989 Sims Road realignment contract to Triple B Services, LLP (5-0)
• Awarded $555,067.25 Rohan Road intersection contract to Antwi Industries, LLC (5-0)
• Awarded $346,873 Kendleton sewer force main contract to Aranda Industries, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Arcola Water Treatment Plant Grant Agreement (5-0)
• Approved $750,000 DOJ grant application for Incarcerated Parents program (5-0)
• Approved $178,067 Animal Services outdoor kennel door contract to AJB Construction, Inc (5-0)
• Approved traffic control plans for six locations (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans for Bellaire Boulevard and Jordan Ranch. The body is also considering various road construction payments and utility permits.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans at Bellaire Boulevard at Chickory Woods Lane and Jordan Ranch Section 24
• Payment of $653,071.72 to Triple B Services, LLP for Lake Olympia Parkway Extension Segment 1
• Payment of $367,235.97 to Allgood Construction Company, Inc. for Old Richmond Road
• Payment of $260,627.38 to Conrad Construction Co., Ltd. for Braxton Street
• Budget transfers including $839,790 for the Budget Office and $254,909 for Road & Bridge

The Commissioners Court authorized the County Attorney to submit amicus briefs regarding electric service failures following winter storms. The court also approved over $39 million in bills and allocated $200,000 for weather-related debris removal.

• Authorized County Attorney to submit amicus briefs regarding electric grid failures (5-0)
• Approved $39,423,760.29 in bills (5-0)
• Transferred $200,000 for extreme weather debris removal (5-0)
• Approved issuance of Tax Note, Series 2021 (5-0)
• Approved $351,659.81 software maintenance agreement with Zoll Data Systems, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved purchase of a Ford Explorer for IT Department vaccination/testing site support (5-0)
• Approved traffic control plans for Bellaire Boulevard and Jordan Ranch Section 24 (5-0)
• Reappointed Mark Flathouse as County Fire Marshal for a two-year term (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will discuss contract changes for Oyster Creek watershed projects and a budget transfer. The board is also setting a public hearing for tax abatement guidelines.

• Setting a March 23, 2021 public hearing on Guidelines and Criteria for Granting Tax Abatement Agreements
• Proposed $168,919 transfer based on the First Quarter FY 2021 Salary Audit
• Change Order No. 1 for M&E Consultants, LLC to extend performance time to August 30, 2021 for Oyster Creek Phase 1
• Change Order No. 1 for NBG Constructors, Inc. adding $185,072.97 for Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase II
• Total contract amount for NBG Constructors, Inc. not to exceed $4,680,452.97

The Board approved two change orders for the Oyster Creek watershed protection projects and a salary audit fund transfer. A public hearing was scheduled for March 23, 2021, regarding tax abatement guidelines.

• Approved minutes from February 23, 2021 (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Tax Abatement Agreement guidelines for March 23, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved $168,919 transfer for First Quarter FY 2021 Salary Audit (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for M&E Consultants, LLC extending performance to August 30, 2021, with no cost change (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for NBG Constructors, Inc. adding $185,072.97 for Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase II, totaling $4,680,452.97 (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will conduct a public hearing regarding guidelines for granting tax abatement agreements. The board is also considering a historic property tax exemption and contracts for the Big Creek CDBG-DR project.

• Public hearing on Guidelines and Criteria for Granting Tax Abatement Agreements
• Historic Site Property Tax Exemption request for Teague Waddell House at 1810 Avenue M in Rosenberg
• Advertising proposals for a Grant Administrator for the Big Creek CDBG-DR project
• RFQ 21-037 Engineering Services for Big Creek CDBG-DR Project
• Change Order No. 4 for Willow Fork of Buffalo Bayou Channel Bank Stabilization Phase 6 adding $9,249 for a total contract not to exceed $11,650,788.28

The Board authorized engineering negotiations for the Big Creek CDBG-DR project and approved a historic site property tax exemption. It also approved a small change order for the Willow Fork of Buffalo Bayou project.

• Approved Historic Site Property Tax Exemption for Teague Waddell House (5-0)
• Authorized advertising for a Grant Administrator for the Big Creek CDBG-DR project (5-0)
• Approved negotiating with Civil Tech Engineering, Inc. for Big Creek CDBG-DR engineering services (5-0)
• Approved $9,249 change order for Willow Fork of Buffalo Bayou Channel Bank Stabilization Phase 6 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from February 9, 2021 meeting (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 9

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 9 Board of Directors is meeting to discuss funding for road improvements. The board will consider a request to allocate funds to Fort Bend County based on an interlocal agreement.

• Proposed $11,000 allocation to Fort Bend County for Fry Road Esplanade Improvements

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 9 approved a funding allocation for road construction costs. The funds support an interlocal agreement between Fort Bend County and Cinco Municipal Utility District No. 5.

• Approved allocation of $11,000 to Fort Bend County for Fry Road Esplanade Improvements (5-0)
• Approved minutes from January 26, 2021 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will consider purchasing 51.75 acres and a lease agreement for the Fort Bend EpiCenter multipurpose facility. The body will also hold public hearings on a new reinvestment zone and tax abatement guidelines.

• Proposed purchase of 51.75 acres for the Fort Bend EpiCenter project
• Public hearing on creating Fort Bend County Reinvestment Zone No. 28 west of Rosenberg
• Interlocal agreement with City of Rosenberg for street asphalt overlay not to exceed $73,200
• Payment of $159,580 to Helfman Dodge for four 2021 vehicles
• Acceptance of $227,817 in grant funds from the National Emergency Food and Shelter Program

The Commissioners Court authorized the purchase of approximately 51.75 acres and a lease-back agreement for the development of the Fort Bend EpiCenter multipurpose facility. The court also extended the local disaster declaration for severe winter weather and approved over $96 million in bills.

• Approved land purchase and lease-back agreement for Fort Bend EpiCenter (5-0)
• Extended severe winter weather Disaster Declaration until March 2, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved $1,291,880 contract to DVL Enterprises LLC for Ransom Road widening (5-0)
• Approved $96,872,961.76 in bills (5-0)
• Created Fort Bend County Reinvestment Zone No. 28 (5-0)
• Approved $930,237 in CARES Act Rural Federal funds for transportation (5-0)
• Approved $165,000 increase for 2016 Hazard Mitigation Buyout Grant (5-0)
• Approved federal mask mandate for public transportation (5-0)

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court cancelled its scheduled meeting for February 17, 2021, due to extreme weather and energy conditions. The original agenda included a closed session to discuss threatened litigation regarding a payroll dispute, but no actions were taken as the meeting did not occur.

• Meeting cancelled due to extreme weather and energy situation
• Original agenda included closed session on payroll-related litigation

SPECIAL SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will meet in closed session to consult with an attorney regarding threatened litigation over a payroll-related dispute. The body will then reconvene in open session to consider taking action on the matter.

• Consultation with attorney regarding threatened litigation over a payroll-related dispute

The provided document is a notice of cancellation for the special meeting scheduled for February 16, 2021. No minutes were taken and no actions were recorded.

SPECIAL SESSION AGENDA

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court is meeting via telephone and video conference. The body will consider a request from the Health & Human Services Director to create positions for vaccine administration.

• Request to create vaccine administration positions funded by FEMA-PA Grants

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved the creation of 12.5 full-time equivalent positions to administer vaccines across all precincts. The positions are funded by FEMA-PA Grants, with estimated costs of $1.7 million for staff salaries and $2.5 million including fringe benefits for a one-year cycle. The meeting was held via telephone/video conference due to emergency conditions.

• Approved creation of 12.5 vaccine administration positions (5-0)
• Positions funded by FEMA-PA Grants for one year
• Estimated cost: $1.7M staff salaries, $2.5M total with benefits

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors met by phone or video to approve minutes and discuss tax abatement agreements. Key items included recording a public notice for amending an agreement with Cutlass Solar, LLC, setting a future public hearing on tax abatement guidelines, and approving a $300,000 fund transfer for the Brazos River Erosion Control Project.

• Public notice recorded for amending Tax Abatement Agreement with Cutlass Solar, LLC in Reinvestment Zone No. 23
• Public hearing set for Feb 23, 2021, on guidelines for granting tax abatement agreements
• Approval requested for Historic Site Property Tax Exemption for Darst Home at 300 South 9th Street, Richmond
• Transfer of $300,000 from Flood Contingency to Brazos River Erosion Control Project No. 21001x
• Action on Bid 21-050 for a Rough Terrain Forklift

The board approved a fund transfer for river erosion control and awarded a contract for a rough terrain forklift. They also granted a historic site tax exemption and scheduled a public hearing on tax abatement guidelines.

• Approved $300,000 transfer from Flood Contingency to Brazos River Erosion Control Project No. 21001x (5-0)
• Awarded Bid 21-050 for a Rough Terrain Forklift to Darr Equipment LP for $111,733.24 (5-0)
• Approved Historic Site Property Tax Exemption for the Darst Home at 300 South 9th Street for tax year 2021 (5-0)
• Set public hearing for Tax Abatement Agreement Guidelines and Criteria for February 23, 2021 (5-0)
• Recorded public notice regarding intention to amend Tax Abatement Agreement with Cutlass Solar, LLC (5-0)
• Approved minutes from February 2, 2021 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans for five developments. The body is also considering various budget transfers, engineering payments for mobility projects, and utility permits.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans at Kingdom Heights Section Five, Grand Vista Section 22, Gaston Road at Northlight Lane, Tamarron Section 14, and Aliana Kirkshaw Drive and Reserve
• Proposed $10,200 expenditure for a parking lot at Artisan Park in the City of Orchard
• Payment of $331,863 to Aurigo Software Technologies, Inc. for Program Management Software
• Payment of $124,054.41 to Allgood Construction Company, Inc. for Beechnut Road paving and drainage
• Historic Site Property Tax Exemption request for the Darst Home at 300 South 9th Street

The Commissioners Court approved a $1.7 million contract for Brandt Road construction and a $523,330 amendment for emergency shelter services. They also authorized eminent domain for the FM 521 North project and settled two land acquisition lawsuits. Most routine payments and permits were approved via consent agenda, with one engineering payment item receiving a 4-0-1 vote due to a conflict of interest.

• Approved $1,698,735.27 contract for Brandt Road construction (5-0)
• Approved $523,330 amendment for Texana Center shelter services (5-0)
• Authorized eminent domain for FM 521 North right-of-way (5-0)
• Approved $260,410.35 contract for Clodine Road traffic signals (5-0)
• Settled land acquisition lawsuit with $146,000 payment (5-0)
• Approved $123,678.12 grant for mental health wellness initiative (5-0)
• Approved $157,076,798.96 in bills for payment (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 6-17 except Item 9D (5-0); Item 9D approved 4-0-1

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors is meeting to discuss a memorandum of understanding regarding Precinct 3. The board will also consider a request to reclassify a vacant engineer position.

• Memorandum of Understanding between Fort Bend County, Fort Bend County Drainage District, and Willow Fork Drainage District (Precinct 3)
• Reclassification of vacant Position No. 6201-0045 from Engineer I (Grade 12) to Engineer II (Grade 13)

The Board approved a Memorandum of Understanding regarding Precinct 3 and authorized the reclassification of a vacant engineer position. The meeting was conducted via telephone and video conference due to emergency conditions.

• Approved Memorandum of Understanding between Fort Bend County, Fort Bend County Drainage District, and Willow Fork Drainage District (5-0)
• Approved reclassification of vacant Position No. 6201-0045 from Engineer I (Grade 12) to Engineer II (Grade 13) (5-0)
• Approved minutes from January 26, 2021 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans for several developments. The body is also considering various budget transfers, engineering payments for mobility bond projects, and construction payments for county facilities.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans at Southern Colony Expansion, Jordan Ranch, Harvest Green, Aliana, and Brazos Valley Drive/Stansberry Road
• Payment of $978,993.74 to Crain Group for South Post Oak Football Complex construction
• Payment of $196,895.00 to Binkley & Barfield, Inc. for FM 521 engineering services
• Budget transfer of $88,000 for Constable Precinct 4 training, supplies, and equipment
• Proposed public hearing on February 23, 2021, for Fort Bend County Reinvestment Zone No. 28

The Commissioners Court approved over $170 million in bills and several grant applications for human trafficking, violence against women, and drug court programs. The court also authorized a $140,000 settlement for the OEM Expansion Project and approved various mobility bond payments and road permits.

• Approved bills totaling $170,973,871.98 (5-0)
• Authorized $140,000 settlement for Parcel 1 of the OEM Expansion Project (5-0)
• Approved $472,852.90 grant application for Human Trafficking Investigation and Prosecution Project (5-0)
• Approved $182,607 grant application for Violence Against Women Prosecutor and Investigator Program (5-0)
• Approved $123,500 grant application for Felony and Misdemeanor Drug Court programs (5-0)
• Authorized security threat and vulnerability assessment by St. Angelo State University (5-0)
• Approved temporary road closures at Old Richmond Road intersections (5-0)
• Authorized Whitley Penn to evaluate CARES Act Funding disbursements (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court is reviewing numerous payments for road and mobility projects across all precincts. The body is also considering several budget transfers for the Sheriff's Office and Child Support software, as well as board appointments.

• Payment of $282,169.21 to Triple B Services, LLP for Lake Olympia Parkway Extension Segment 1
• Payment of $107,813.23 to Triple B Services, LLP for Clodine Road construction
• Budget transfer of $43,116 for Child Support Software Solution expenditures
• Budget transfer of $23,000 for the purchase of two dual purpose canines for the Sheriff's Office
• Donations totaling $8,000 from Trinity Mar Thoma Church, Renee Teel, and Christ United Methodist Church for Adopt-A-Family Fort Bend

The Commissioners Court ratified the acceptance of $23,249,662.10 from the U.S. Treasury for the Emergency Rental Assistance program. The court also approved a $9.3M contract for a new Emergency Operation Center and allocated $1M for vaccine administration.

• Ratified $23,249,662.10 for Emergency Rental Assistance program (5-0)
• Approved $9,290,884 contract with Crain Group, LLC for Emergency Operation Center (5-0)
• Allocated $1,000,000 for Vaccine Administration (5-0)
• Approved $4.5M interlocal agreement with City of Fulshear for Huggins Road (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2022 Budget Policy (5-0)
• Approved $1,332,952 mediated settlement for Sansbury Boulevard Project (5-0)
• Approved $1,000,000 project management agreement with Binkley & Barfield, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $210,428,802.69 in bills (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will consider funding increases for two Willow Fork of Buffalo Bayou channel bank stabilization projects. The board will also discuss engineering services for a FEMA project and an eminent domain report.

• Change Order No. 3 for TLC Contract Services (Willow Fork Phase 6) for $15,917
• Change Order No. 4 for WadeCon, LLC (Willow Fork Phase 5) for $24,000
• Authorization to advertise for engineering services for Flat Bank/Steep Bank Channel Repair (FEMA Project 11898)
• Annual Report of Eminent Domain Authority
• Letter of No Objection with Enstor Gas, LLC regarding bank stabilization in Katy, Texas

The board approved two change orders for bank stabilization projects on the Willow Fork of Buffalo Bayou. It also authorized advertising for engineering services for a FEMA channel repair project and recorded an annual eminent domain report.

• Approved advertising for engineering services for Flat Bank/Steep Bank Channel Repair, FEMA Project 11898 (5-0)
• Recorded Annual Report of Eminent Domain Authority per Senate Bill 1812 (5-0)
• Approved $15,917 change order for Willow Fork Phase 6 project with TLC Contract Services (5-0)
• Approved $24,000 change order for Willow Fork Phase 5 project with WadeCon, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Letter of No Objection for Enstor Gas, LLC regarding bank stabilization in Katy (5-0)
• Approved minutes from January 5, 2021 meeting (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 1

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 1 Board of Directors is meeting to discuss equipment reimbursement and funding for professional services. The board will consider transferring ownership of a truck to the County Parks Department.

• Reimbursement of $269,272 from Fort Bend County for a Kenworth T880 Truck with tree spade
• Proposed $30,000 allocation to Fort Bend County for Transcend Engineers & Planners transportation planning study

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 1 approved funding for professional consulting services regarding a transportation planning study. A separate item regarding equipment reimbursement was pulled from the agenda.

• Approved $30,000 allocation to Fort Bend County for Transcend Engineers & Planners transportation planning study (5-0)
• Approved minutes from January 12, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Pulled request for $269,272 reimbursement for Kenworth T880 Truck with tree spade

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 10

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 10 meets to approve previous minutes and decide on a budget allocation. The main item is a request to allocate $45,000 to Fort Bend County for professional consulting services with Transcend Engineers & Planners, LLC for a transportation planning study.

• Allocate $45,000 for transportation planning study
• Contract with Transcend Engineers & Planners, LLC
• Approve minutes from January 12, 2021 meeting

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 10 approved funding for professional consulting services. The funds are designated for a transportation planning study conducted by Transcend Engineers & Planners, LLC.

• Approved $45,000 allocation for Transcend Engineers & Planners, LLC transportation study (5-0)
• Approved minutes from January 12, 2021 meeting (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 11

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 11 Board of Directors is meeting to discuss funding for professional consulting services. The board will consider allocating funds to Fort Bend County for a transportation planning study.

• Proposed $75,000 allocation to Fort Bend County for professional consulting services with Transcend Engineers & Planners, LLC for a transportation planning study

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 11 held a special meeting via telephone/video conference on January 26, 2021. The Commissioners Court unanimously approved allocating $75,000 from the district's fund to Fort Bend County for professional consulting services with Transcend Engineers & Planners, LLC for a transportation planning study. The meeting also included the approval of previous minutes and adjournment.

• Approved minutes of January 12, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Approved $75,000 allocation for transportation planning study with Transcend Engineers & Planners, LLC (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:09 p.m.

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 7

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 7 is meeting to discuss a funding request for professional consulting. The board will also review minutes from the January 12, 2021 meeting.

• Request to allocate $60,000 to Fort Bend County for professional consulting services with Transcend Engineers & Planners for a transportation planning study

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 7 approved funding for professional consulting services. The funds will be used for a transportation planning study conducted by Transcend Engineers & Planners.

• Approved allocation of $60,000 for Transcend Engineers & Planners transportation study (5-0)
• Approved minutes from January 12, 2021 meeting (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 8

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 8 Board of Directors is meeting to discuss funding for professional consulting services. The board will also consider approving minutes from a March 2019 meeting.

• Proposed allocation of $15,000 to Fort Bend County for Transcend Engineers & Planners, LLC for a transportation planning study

The Commissioners Court approved a request to allocate funds for professional consulting services. The funds will be used for a transportation planning study conducted by Transcend Engineers & Planners, LLC.

• Approved allocation of $15,000 for transportation planning study with Transcend Engineers & Planners, LLC (5-0)
• Approved minutes from March 12, 2019 meeting (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 9

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 9 Board of Directors is meeting to discuss a funding request for professional consulting services. The board will also review minutes from the January 12, 2021, meeting.

• Proposed allocation of $75,000 to Fort Bend County for a transportation planning study with Transcend Engineers & Planners, LLC

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 9 approved funding for professional consulting services to conduct a transportation planning study. The board also approved the minutes from a previous meeting.

• Approved $75,000 allocation to Fort Bend County for Transcend Engineers & Planners, LLC transportation planning study (5-0)
• Approved minutes of meeting held on January 12, 2021 (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 1

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 1 met by telephone or video conference due to emergency conditions. The primary item on the agenda was the approval of an amended interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services. This agreement involves Fort Bend County and Assistance Districts No. 1, 7, 9, 10, and 11, with services provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 3 through September 30, 2021.

• Approve Amended Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services
• Services provided by Office of Constable Precinct 3
• Agreement effective through September 30, 2021
• Involves Assistance Districts No. 1, 7, 9, 10, and 11

The board approved an amended interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services. These services will be provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 3 through September 30, 2021.

• Approved Amended Interlocal Agreement for law enforcement services via Constable Precinct 3 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from December 15, 2020 meeting (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 10

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 10 met via telephone and video conference due to emergency conditions. The primary item on the agenda was the approval of an amended interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services. This agreement involves Fort Bend County and Assistance Districts No. 1, 7, 9, 10, and 11, with services provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 3 through September 30, 2021.

• Approval of Amended Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services
• Services provided by Office of Constable Precinct 3 effective through September 30, 2021
• Approval of minutes from the December 15, 2020 meeting

The Commissioners Court approved an amended interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services. These services will be provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 3 through September 30, 2021.

• Approved Amended Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services (5-0)
• Approved minutes from December 15, 2020 meeting (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 11

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 11 Board of Directors is meeting to review administrative minutes and a law enforcement services agreement. The meeting is being conducted via telephone and/or video conference due to emergency conditions.

• Amended Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 3 through September 30, 2021

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court held a special meeting for Assistance District No. 11 via telephone or video conference due to emergency conditions. The court unanimously approved an amended interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 3. The agreement covers Assistance Districts No. 1, 7, 9, 10, and 11 and is effective through September 30, 2021.

• Approved minutes from December 1, 2020 meeting (5-0)
• Approved amended interlocal agreement for law enforcement services (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 7

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 7 Board of Directors is meeting to review administrative minutes and a law enforcement agreement. The board will consider an amended interlocal agreement for services provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 3.

• Amended Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services with Office of Constable Precinct 3 effective through September 30, 2021

The Commissioners Court approved an amended interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services. These services will be provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 3 through September 30, 2021.

• Approved Amended Interlocal Agreement for law enforcement services via Constable Precinct 3 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from December 1, 2020 meeting (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 9

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 9 met via telephone or video conference to approve minutes from a previous meeting. The primary item was the approval of an amended interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services. This agreement involves Fort Bend County and Assistance Districts No. 1, 7, 9, 10, and 11, with services provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 3.

• Approval of Amended Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services
• Services provided by Office of Constable Precinct 3 effective through September 30, 2021
• Agreement covers Fort Bend County Assistance Districts No. 1, 7, 9, 10, and 11

The Commissioners Court approved an amended interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services. These services will be provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 3 for several assistance districts through September 30, 2021.

• Approved Amended Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services (5-0)
• Approved minutes from December 15, 2020 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on several traffic control plans and a Major Thoroughfare Plan modification. The body is also deciding on various infrastructure payments, utility permits, and board appointments.

• Proposed $10 million General Fund advance for the new Emergency Operations Center
• Acceptance of $99,999.69 grant for COVID-19 related services
• Payment of $77,292.40 to The Ambassador Theatre Group for a voter polling site
• Payment of $307,855.02 to Allgood Construction Company for Old Richmond Road
• Proposed mileage reimbursement rate of 56.0 cents effective January 13, 2021

The Commissioners Court revised the CARES Act budget to fund food, business, and senior programs. The court also approved advancing up to $10 million from the General Fund for a new Emergency Operations Center and created three new pre-trial monitor positions. Various traffic control plans and engineering permits were approved.

• Revised CARES Act budget to include $2.8M for 'We All Eat Fort Bend' and $250K each for small business, seniors meals, and child care vouchers (5-0)
• Approved advancing up to $10M from General Fund for new Emergency Operations Center construction (5-0)
• Created three new Pre-Trial Monitor positions and transferred $139,950 for salaries (5-0)
• Approved $257.8M in bills, including $12.2M in operating payments (5-0)
• Approved traffic control plans for Lakeview Retreat, Pecan Grove, Townewest, and Jordan Ranch (5-0)
• Set mileage reimbursement rate at 56.0 cents effective January 13, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved $200K amendment for Baylor Miraca Genetics COVID-19 testing and $300K for Staffing Solutions medical staff (5-0)
• Approved Resolution to include City of Fulshear as an appointing authority for Fort Bend Subsidence District Board (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will discuss professional engineering services for the Ditch-H restoration project. The board is also considering change orders for bank stabilization projects along the Willow Fork of Buffalo Bayou.

• Agreement with Isani Consultants, LP for Ditch-H restoration design not to exceed $200,487
• Change Order No. 4 for Shirley & Sons Construction Company Inc. ($114,500) for Willow Fork Phase 4
• Change Order No. 3 for WadeCon, LLC ($601,892.10) for Willow Fork Phase 5
• Bid 21-034 for a Rough Terrain Forklift

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board met by telephone or video conference due to emergency conditions. They unanimously approved a $200,487 engineering agreement for the Ditch-H restoration project. The board also approved two change orders for the Willow Fork of Buffalo Bayou stabilization projects, increasing contract ceilings to $6,746,966.68 and $12,525,096.07 respectively. Additionally, all bids for a rough terrain forklift were rejected and the bid was re-advertised.

• Approved minutes from December 15, 2020 meeting (5-0)
• Rejected all bids for Bid 21-034 Rough Terrain Forklift and re-advertised (5-0)
• Approved Isani Consultants, LP agreement for Ditch-H design up to $200,487 (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 4 for Shirley & Sons Construction, raising Willow Fork Phase 4 total to $6,746,966.68 (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 3 for WadeCon, LLC, raising Willow Fork Phase 5 total to $12,525,096.07 (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans and truck restrictions for several subdivisions. The body is also reviewing numerous engineering and construction payments for mobility bond projects and approving various personnel appointments.

• Proposed 'No Thru Trucks' restriction on Great Blue Heron Lane in Precinct 1
• Traffic control plan hearings for Bissonnet Street (Mission Trace) and Harvest Green Section 25B
• Payment of $270,654.52 to James Construction for Cane Island Parkway Phase 2
• Payment of $108,975.00 to Binkley & Barfield, Inc. for FM 521
• Budget transfer of $1,444,678 for Public Transportation grant matches

The Commissioners Court approved over $594 million in bills and adopted a term sheet for the allocation of Texas opioid settlement funds. The court also authorized $1 million in additional funding for CARES Act administrative support and approved various road projects and permits.

• Approved bills totaling $594,488,614.05 (5-0)
• Adopted Texas Opioid Abatement Fund Council and Settlement Allocation Term Sheet (5-0)
• Authorized $1M increase for CARES Act administrative support funding (5-0)
• Increased CARES allocation for the City of Arcola by $300,000 (5-0)
• Approved 'No Thru Trucks' restriction on Great Blue Heron Lane (5-0)
• Approved temporary road closures for Westmoor Drive and Kimble Ledge Lane (5-0)
• Approved $30,000 ASPCA grant for low-cost spay/neuter mobile pilot program (5-0)
• Approved construction of new EMS station at 406 Houston Street in Rosenberg (5-0)