Fort Bend County public meetings in 2023

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will review a request to transfer $193,192 for the 2023 Fort Bend Toll Road Authority Erosion Remediation Project. The board will also vote on a correction to a previous approval to purchase two Mack Granite Dump Trucks from Bruckner Truck Sales for up to $390,320.

• Transfer of $193,192 for Fort Bend Toll Road Authority Erosion Remediation Project No. 23005x
• Purchase of two Mack Granite Dump Trucks from Bruckner Truck Sales for up to $390,320
• Approval of minutes from the December 5, 2023 meeting

The Board approved a fund transfer for a toll road erosion project and corrected a vendor name for a dump truck purchase. The board also approved the minutes from the December 5, 2023, meeting.

• Approved $193,192 transfer for 2023 Fort Bend Toll Road Authority Erosion Remediation Project No. 23005x (5-0)
• Approved correction to vendor name for purchase of two Mack Granite Dump Trucks from Bruckner Truck Sales, not to exceed $390,320 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of meeting held on December 5, 2023 (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on a Diesel Emissions Reduction Act grant application and ten traffic control plans for new subdivisions. The agenda also includes consent items for out-of-state travel, board reappointments, small budget transfers for software, and various utility and construction permits.

• Public hearing on EPA Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) Grant application
• Public hearing on traffic control plans for Grand Lakes, Sienna, and Grand Mission sections
• Budget transfer of $14,760 from Human Resources to IT for Datavox equipment
• Extension of Community Development Block Grant contract to November 1, 2024
• Agreement for law enforcement services with First Colony Community Services Association

The Commissioners Court approved a $2,505,006 contract for cybersecurity products and services from Apollo Information Systems Corp. The court also authorized settlements in two civil cases and approved several infrastructure projects and personnel appointments. A request for a travel policy variance for Judge T. Watson was denied.

• Approved $2,505,006 cybersecurity contract with Apollo Information Systems Corp. (5-0)
• Authorized $35,000 settlement for Haroon Rafati v. Fort Bend County (5-0)
• Authorized $362,500 settlement for Case No. 23-CCV-073072 regarding Vacek Rd (5-0)
• Approved $7,418,718.22 construction agreement for Westpark Park & Ride (5-0)
• Approved $6.6M EPA grant application for Frito-Lay Rosenberg electric vehicles (5-0)
• Denied travel policy variance for Judge T. Watson (2-3)
• Approved $687,000 for Precinct 3 Annex building equipment and furniture (5-0)
• Approved $27,038,815.63 in bills (5-0)

JOINT COUNTY ASSISTANCE DISTRICTS

The governing bodies for nineteen Fort Bend County Assistance Districts held a joint meeting to approve past meeting minutes. The board also discussed authorizing county officials to access Texas Comptroller data for these districts. No new projects, contracts, or budget changes were listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes for Districts 1, 2, 4-12, and 16-23 from various past dates
• Authorization for County Judge and Auditor to access Texas Comptroller data forms

The Joint County Assistance Districts approved authorization for the County Judge and County Auditor to execute documents for accessing Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts data. The board also approved minutes from several previous meetings.

• Authorized County Judge and County Auditor to access Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Data Form for CAD Nos. 1, 2, 4-12, and 16-23 (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes for CAD Nos. 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, and 23 (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors meets to approve minutes and vote on purchasing two Mack Granite dump trucks. The board will also vote on a resolution regarding a candidate for the Fort Bend Central Appraisal District Board of Directors.

• Purchase of two Mack Granite Dump Trucks from Vanguard Truck Centers, not to exceed $390,320
• Resolution for 2025-2026 Candidate for Board of Directors, Fort Bend Central Appraisal District

The Board approved the purchase of two Mack Granite Dump Trucks and cast votes for a candidate for the Fort Bend Central Appraisal District Board of Directors. The board also approved the minutes from the November 21, 2023 meeting.

• Approved purchase of two Mack Granite Dump Trucks from Vanguard Truck Centers for up to $390,320 (5-0)
• Approved voting resolution for 2025-2026 Candidate for Board of Directors, Fort Bend Central Appraisal District, with 24 votes to Michael D. Rozell (5-0)
• Approved minutes of meeting held on November 21, 2023 (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on five traffic control plans for residential developments and the creation of two new Tax Increment Reinvestment Zones (TIRZ). The agenda also includes consent items for out-of-state travel, budget transfers for various departments, and approvals for utility and construction permits.

• Public hearing on creation of TIRZ No. 3 (Precinct 1) and TIRZ No. 4 (Precinct 4)
• Public hearings on traffic control plans for Bellfort Farms, Kimisu Lane, Sienna Section 57, and Millers Pond
• Budget transfer of $105,508 for juvenile detention salaries and food costs
• Interlocal agreement for law enforcement services between Constable Precinct 4 and MUD No. 162
• Approval of fiber optic cable installation permits in Mission Bend, Cinco Ranch, and other subdivisions

The Commissioners Court approved over $19 million in bills and authorized several mobility bond projects, including engineering services for Gaines Road. The court also designated geographic areas for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zones No. 3 and 4 and appointed candidates to the Central Appraisal District board.

• Approved bills in the amount of $19,256,808.68 (5-0)
• Authorized $500,000 advance payment to Stonehenge Holdings for Epicenter operations (4-1)
• Approved $1.34M engineering agreement with HJ Consulting for Gaines Road, Segment 2 (5-0)
• Designated geographic areas for TIRZ No. 3 and TIRZ No. 4 (5-0)
• Approved $216,268.20 project agreement with City of Beasley for street resurfacing (5-0)
• Elected Pamiel Gaskin (700 votes) and Michael D. Rozell (131 votes) to Central Appraisal District Board (5-0)
• Rejected and ordered re-advertisement of RFP-23-013 for Broadband Expansion (5-0)
• Approved $288,448 increase for traffic signal upgrades via Certificates of Obligation (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 9

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 9 meets to approve previous minutes and consider a funding increase for a traffic signal project. The main item is a proposal to allocate an additional $25,000, bringing the total project cost to $400,000 for the design and construction of a signal at Grand Mission Boulevard and Bellaire Boulevard.

• Approve minutes from October 10, 2023 meeting
• Allocate additional $25,000 for traffic signal project
• Total project allocation of $400,000 for Grand Mission Blvd at Bellaire Blvd
• Project No. TS19307 in Precinct 4

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 9 approved additional funding for a traffic signal project in Precinct 4. The board also approved the minutes from the October 10, 2023, meeting.

• Allocated additional $25,000 for traffic signal design and construction at Grand Mission Boulevard and Bellaire Boulevard, bringing total project allocation to $400,000 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from October 10, 2023, meeting (4-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court will hold public hearings to approve traffic control plans for ten new street dedications in various subdivisions. The court will also consider creating Reinvestment Zone No. 29 near Four Corners Road and Altimore Road. Additionally, the agenda includes consent items for budget transfers, law enforcement contracts, and permit approvals.

• Public hearing on street dedications for Tamarron Point, Jordan Ranch Blvd, Candela Section 10, and others
• Proposal to create Fort Bend County Reinvestment Zone No. 29 near Four Corners Road (FM1236) and Altimore Road
• Budget transfer of $529,695 for District Attorney CJD Grants (Victim Witness, Sex Crimes, Human Trafficking)
• Interlocal agreements for law enforcement services with Cinco MUD No. 8 and MUD No. 129 (Riverstone Area)
• Release of performance bonds for completed construction projects including Bryan Road Phase III and Big Prayer Road

The Commissioners Court awarded a $7.2M contract for the construction of Chimney Rock Road Segment One. The court also authorized over $5.5M for new IT storage and servers, and approved several property acquisitions for mobility bond projects.

• Awarded $7.2M Chimney Rock Road construction contract to Hurtado Construction Company (4-0)
• Authorized $3,066,689.10 for Isilon Storage for IT and Sheriff's Office (4-0)
• Authorized $2,507,942.35 for VxRail Servers for IT Department (4-0)
• Approved $14,192,301.28 in bills (4-0)
• Created Reinvestment Zone No. 29 in Precinct 2 (4-0)
• Approved $78,836.01 property purchase for 2016 Voluntary Homeowner Buyout Program (4-0)
• Authorized $1,000,919.49 for Road & Bridge heavy equipment from Mustang (CAT) (4-0)
• Approved $415,372.44 for Law Library products from Thomson Reuters (4-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will review and approve a professional engineering services agreement with LJA Engineering for storm water management. The board will also consider purchasing a boom mower, reviewing an annual stormwater quality report, and approving a reimbursement to the Toll Road Authority. Additionally, they will discuss a tax abatement agreement in Thompsons and the deposit of related payments into a special fund.

• Agreement with LJA Engineering for storm water management (FY 2024-2028) not to exceed $139,500
• Purchase of one boom mower from Tiger Mowers LLC not to exceed $67,607.36
• Reimbursement to Fort Bend County Toll Road Authority for detention and drainage facilities totaling $193,191.17
• Tax Abatement Agreement with Crowned Heron, LLC in Town of Thompsons Reinvestment Zone No. 1
• Review of Phase II MS4 Annual Report for Fort Bend County Stormwater Quality Coalition

The Board approved a professional engineering agreement for storm water management and the purchase of a boom mower. Other actions included approving a pollutant discharge report and authorizing a reimbursement to the Toll Road Authority.

• Approved engineering services contract with LJA Engineering, Inc. up to $139,500 (4-0)
• Approved purchase of one boom mower and accessories from Tiger Mowers LLC up to $67,607.36 (4-0)
• Approved Phase II (Small) MS4 Annual Report for Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (4-0)
• Approved $193,191.17 reimbursement to Fort Bend County Toll Road Authority (4-0)
• Approved Tax Abatement Agreement with Crowned Heron, LLC (4-0)
• Approved depositing Tax Abatement PILOT payments into a Special Revenue fund (4-0)
• Approved minutes from November 7, 2023 meeting (4-0)

SPECIAL SESSION 2

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court held a special session to officially approve the canvassing of the November 7, 2023 special election. The court also considered items related to county mobility and parks projects. The agenda was brief, consisting primarily of procedural election certification and a review of infrastructure initiatives.

• Approval of Order Canvassing Election for the November 7, 2023 special election
• Consideration of Fort Bend County Mobility and Parks Projects

The Commissioners Court approved the canvassing of the November 7, 2023, special election. This included the official tallying of votes for constitutional amendments and county mobility and parks projects.

• Approved Order Canvassing Election for the November 7, 2023 Special Election (4-0)
• Approved Order Canvassing the election for the County Mobility and Parks Projects (4-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors meets to approve a $3.7 million transfer for the Oyster Creek at Lake Olympia Blvd Slope Repair Project. The board also reviews requests to purchase a dump truck and two utility tractors, and authorizes bidding for Oyster Creek channel stabilization work.

• Transfer of $3,700,000 for Oyster Creek at Lake Olympia Blvd Slope Repair Project No. 23004x
• Purchase of one dump truck from Nueces Power Equipment not to exceed $505,631
• Purchase of two utility tractors from Deere & Company not to exceed $177,084.96
• Authorization of bids for Emergency Watershed Protection - Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase 4

The Board approved a $3.7 million fund transfer for the Oyster Creek at Lake Olympia Blvd Slope Repair Project. They also authorized the purchase of a dump truck and two utility tractors and approved bidding for watershed protection work.

• Approved $3.7M FY2024 transfer for Oyster Creek at Lake Olympia Blvd Slope Repair Project No. 23004x (4-0)
• Approved purchase of one dump truck from Nueces Power Equipment not to exceed $505,631 (4-0)
• Approved purchase of two utility tractors from Deere & Company not to exceed $177,084.96 (4-0)
• Authorized advertising for bids for Emergency Watershed Protection - Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase 4 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from October 24, 2023 meeting (4-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court approved a one-year agreement for additional law enforcement services between Constable Precinct 1 and the Seven Meadows Community Association. The agenda also included routine approvals for out-of-state travel, small budget transfers to cover deficits, and numerous engineering permits for utility installations and construction projects across four precincts.

• Agreement for law enforcement services between Constable Precinct 1 and Seven Meadows Community Association (Oct 2023–Sept 2024)
• Budget transfers: $20 and $1,605 from Engineering salaries to cover deficits; $99 for Adobe license
• Permit approvals for fiber optic cable installations by Comcast and AT&T in Precincts 1, 2, and 3
• Permit approvals for gas line installations by CenterPoint Energy in Precincts 1, 3, and 4
• Release of performance bonds for completed work at 11555 Gaston Road and Grand Mission Boulevard

The Commissioners Court approved a contract for architectural and engineering services for a new Elections Administration building. The court also authorized several land acquisitions for mobility projects and approved over $25 million in bills and disbursements.

• Approved $854,550 contract with Collaborate Arch, LLC for Elections Administration facility (3-1)
• Authorized $1,010,625.20 purchase of Parcel R142402_04 for FM 521 South project (4-0)
• Authorized $121,542.20 purchase of Parcel R107102 for 10th Street project (4-0)
• Approved $35,000 settlement in Omar Rodriguez v. Fort Bend County (4-0)
• Approved $150,000 agreement with Greater Fort Bend Economic Development Council (4-0)
• Approved $11,779,215.94 in bills and $13,599,425.57 in time-sensitive disbursements (4-0)
• Authorized eminent domain for Fulshear-Gaston, Reading Rd, Westenfeldt, and McKaskle roads (4-0)
• Approved $892,177.93 contract to Aranda Industries for Needville Fairchilds Rd intersections (4-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to approve minutes, accept a drainage easement from two Municipal Utility Districts, and authorize the purchase of a D6 Dozer. The board will also authorize advertising for grant consulting services.

• Purchase of one D6 Dozer from Mustang CAT for up to $621,661.90
• Acceptance of 0.0883 acre drainage easement from MUD Nos. 122 and 123
• Authorization to advertise for Grant Consulting and Administration services

The Board approved the purchase of heavy equipment and the acceptance of a drainage easement in Precinct 3. They also authorized advertising for grant consulting and administration services.

• Approved purchase of one D6 Dozer from Mustang CAT for up to $621,661.90 (5-0)
• Accepted 0.0883 acre drainage easement from Municipal Utility District Nos. 122 and 123 in Precinct 3 (5-0)
• Authorized advertising for Grant Consulting and Administration services proposals (5-0)
• Approved minutes from October 10, 2023 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court held its regular session on October 24, 2023. The agenda included public hearings on traffic control plans for several new residential developments and consent items approving law enforcement service agreements with local utility districts. The court also reviewed various budget transfers for county departments and approved numerous engineering permits for utility installations.

• Public hearings on traffic control plans for Fulshear Lakes Creekside Village, Tamarron West, Chimney Rock Road, Stonecreek Estates, and Harvest Green.
• Approval of law enforcement service agreements with Weston Lakes POA and MUDs 119, 155, and 146.
• Budget transfers including $56,040 for District Attorney technology/overtime and $33,083 for a Records Management System.
• Engineering permits for fiber optic cable installations by AT&T, Comcast, and Crown Castle in Precincts 1, 2, and 3.
• Release of performance bonds for completed road work on Hunt Road, South Firethorne Road, and Kingsland Boulevard.

The Commissioners Court approved a $1,657,095 contract for the Fulshear Annex renovation and authorized over $1 million for IT systems using Certificates of Obligation. The court also approved several law enforcement service agreements and accepted multiple state and federal grants for public safety and health. Additionally, the court authorized the purchase of new road equipment, including dump trucks and a dozer.

• Approved $1,657,095 contract for Fulshear Annex Renovation (5-0)
• Authorized up to $1,838,288.98 for Workday and Jail Systems IT via Certificates of Obligation (5-0)
• Approved $640,785 for three dump trucks and $216,000 for one haul tractor (5-0)
• Approved $157,743.43 for one D1 Dozer (5-0)
• Accepted $2,465,881 Homeland Security Grant from the Office of the Governor (5-0)
• Approved $15,632,491.34 in bills (5-0)
• Authorized $30,000 for litigation expenses in Haroon Rafati vs. Fort Bend County (5-0)
• Approved $369,409.80 to extend lease for Elections Department warehouse (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 9

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 9 will vote on two interlocal agreements for additional law enforcement services provided by Constable Precinct 1. The agreements cover one motorcycle deputy and six regular contract deputies, with costs split equally among five participating districts. These contracts are proposed to remain effective through September 30, 2024.

• Interlocal agreement for one motorcycle deputy via Constable Precinct 1
• Interlocal agreement for six contract deputies via Constable Precinct 1
• Costs split equally (19%) among Assistance Districts 1, 7, 9, 10, and 11
• Contracts effective through September 30, 2024

The Commissioners Court approved two interlocal agreements for additional law enforcement services provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 1. These agreements, which Commissioner Morales confirmed are renewals, are effective through September 30, 2024.

• Approved Interlocal Motorcycle Deputy Agreement for one contract deputy (5-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement for six contract deputies (5-0)
• Approved minutes from the April 25, 2023 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans for nine new street dedications in various precincts. The agenda also includes consent items for approving law enforcement service agreements with municipal utility districts, processing out-of-state travel requests, and accepting numerous construction and utility permits.

• Public hearings on street dedications for Fulshear School Road, Kingdom Heights Section 7, and Florence Road
• Approval of law enforcement service agreements for Constable Precincts 1 and 4 with multiple Municipal Utility Districts
• Budget transfer of $188,020 to Juvenile Probation Operating for compensation study implementation
• Approval of out-of-state travel for staff to attend conferences in California, Georgia, and Louisiana
• Release of performance bonds for completed work on Texas Heritage Parkway and Lower Oyster Creek

The Commissioners Court appointed Dora F. Olivo as Justice of the Peace for Precinct 4. The court also approved various law enforcement agreements, capital acquisitions for FY 2024, and over $22 million in bills and disbursements.

• Appointed Dora F. Olivo as Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4 (5-0)
• Approved FY 2024 capital acquisitions to be financed via Certificates of Obligation (5-0)
• Approved bills totaling $10,553,371.26 (5-0)
• Ratified time-sensitive disbursements of $12,181,726.48 (5-0)
• Authorized County Attorney to intervene in Arcola MUD No. 1 vs. City of Arcola (5-0)
• Approved $910,907 agreement with Preserve at Hwy 6, LLC for Westenfeldt Road (5-0)
• Approved $732,259.21 contract increase for Iteris, Inc. emergency network design (5-0)
• Approved $25,000 grant for Constable Pct. 4 tobacco sales enforcement (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 7

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 7 is meeting to approve three interlocal agreements for additional law enforcement services provided by Constable Precinct 1. The agreements cover motorcycle deputies and standard contract deputies, with costs split among participating districts. The contracts are effective through September 30, 2024.

• Interlocal agreement for one motorcycle deputy, cost split 50% between Districts 7 and 10
• Interlocal agreement for one motorcycle deputy, cost split 19% among Districts 1, 7, 9, 10, and 11
• Interlocal agreement for six contract deputies, cost split 19% among Districts 1, 7, 9, 10, and 11
• Approval of minutes from the January 10, 2023 meeting

The Commissioners Court approved three interlocal agreements for additional law enforcement services provided by Constable Precinct 1. These agreements cover one motorcycle deputy shared between two districts, one motorcycle deputy shared among five districts, and six contract deputies shared among five districts. All agreements are effective through September 30, 2024, with costs split equally among participating districts.

• Approved minutes from January 10, 2023 meeting (5-0)
• Approved Interlocal Motorcycle Deputy Agreement for Districts 7 and 10 (5-0)
• Approved Interlocal Motorcycle Deputy Agreement for Districts 1, 7, 9, 10, and 11 (5-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement for six contract deputies for Districts 1, 7, 9, 10, and 11 (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to approve capital acquisitions to be financed in Fiscal Year 2024. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the previous meeting held on September 26, 2023. No specific dollar amounts or project names are listed in the agenda text.

• Approval of capital acquisitions financed in Fiscal Year 2024
• Approval of minutes from the September 26, 2023 meeting

The Drainage District Board approved the capital acquisitions to be financed for Fiscal Year 2024. The board also approved the minutes from the September 26, 2023, meeting.

• Approved Drainage District capital acquisitions for Fiscal Year 2024 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of meeting held on September 26, 2023 (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 1

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 1 board will vote on allocating additional funds for road improvements and professional consulting services. The meeting also addresses agreements to fund contract law enforcement deputies shared with other districts through the Constable's Office.

• Allocate $355,000 for Cinco Ranch Boulevard Turn Lanes at SH 99 (total project $1,175,000)
• Allocate $30,000 for Phases 2 and 3 of Feasibility Analysis and TIRZ creation
• Interlocal agreement for one motorcycle deputy shared among five districts
• Interlocal agreement for six contract deputies shared among five districts

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved an additional $355,000 allocation for Cinco Ranch Boulevard turn lanes, bringing the total project cost to $1,175,000. The board also approved $30,000 for consulting services related to a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone feasibility analysis. Additionally, the court approved two interlocal agreements for law enforcement services provided by Constable Precinct 1, effective through September 30, 2024.

• Approved minutes from August 22, 2023 meeting (5-0)
• Approved additional $355,000 for Cinco Ranch Blvd Turn Lanes at SH 99 (5-0)
• Approved $30,000 for TIRZ feasibility analysis consulting services (5-0)
• Approved Interlocal Motorcycle Deputy Agreement for one contract deputy (5-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement for six contract deputies (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 10

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 10 will vote on three interlocal agreements for additional law enforcement services provided by Constable Precinct 1. These agreements cover motorcycle deputies and standard contract deputies, with costs split among participating assistance districts. The contracts are effective through September 30, 2024.

• Interlocal agreement for one motorcycle deputy, cost split 50% between Districts 7 and 10
• Interlocal agreement for one motorcycle deputy, cost split 19% among Districts 1, 7, 9, 10, and 11
• Interlocal agreement for six contract deputies, cost split 19% among Districts 1, 7, 9, 10, and 11
• Approval of minutes from the January 10, 2023 meeting

The Commissioners Court approved three interlocal agreements for additional law enforcement services provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 1. These agreements cover contract deputies and motorcycle deputies through September 30, 2024.

• Approved minutes from January 10, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement for one motorcycle deputy split between Assistance Districts 7 and 10 (5-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement for one motorcycle deputy split between Assistance Districts 1, 7, 9, 10, and 11 (5-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement for six contract deputies split between Assistance Districts 1, 7, 9, 10, and 11 (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 11

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 11 meets to approve minutes and decide on funding for a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) feasibility study. The board also reviews agreements to share the cost of contract law enforcement deputies with other assistance districts through September 2024.

• Allocate $30,000 for Phases 2 and 3 of Feasibility Analysis and TIRZ Creation
• Interlocal agreement for one motorcycle deputy shared among five districts
• Interlocal agreement for six contract deputies shared among five districts
• Law enforcement contracts effective through September 30, 2024

The board approved $30,000 for TIRZ feasibility consulting services. It also approved two interlocal agreements for contract deputies provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 1 through September 30, 2024.

• Approved minutes from April 25, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved $30,000 allocation for Phases 2 and 3 of Feasibility Analysis and Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Creation (TIRZ) consulting (5-0)
• Approved Interlocal Motorcycle Deputy Agreement for one contract deputy from Constable Precinct 1 (5-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement for six contract deputies from Constable Precinct 1 (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court held a regular session to approve traffic control plans for several roads and accept numerous permits for fiber optic cable installation. The agenda also included budget transfers for various departments, corrections to previous approvals for road projects and legal filings, and out-of-state travel requests for county employees.

• Public hearings on traffic control plans for Katy Gaston Road, Plantation Drive, Doris Road, Briarwood Crossing, and Emberly
• Budget transfer of $100,000 from ARPA Revenue Replacement to Small Business for Triple R Loan Program administration
• Correction to Interlocal Agreement with Village of Fairchilds for Megan Road and Needville-Fairchilds reconstruction (up to $243,632.86 in materials)
• Approval of numerous permits for Ezee Fiber Texas LLC/Lightsett to install fiber optic cable in Cinco Ranch, Grand Lakes, and Kelliwood areas
• Approval of out-of-state travel for District Attorney employees to Berkeley, CA and Denver, CO

The Commissioners Court approved a $12 million contract for inmate health care services and a $2 million agreement for affordable housing rehabilitation. The court also authorized $1.65 million for Fulshear Annex renovations and approved several mobility bond land purchases.

• Approved $12M contract with Wellpath LLC for inmate health care (4-0)
• Approved $2M agreement with Attack Poverty for affordable housing services (4-0)
• Authorized $1,657,095 for Fulshear Annex Renovations (4-0)
• Denied Infrastructure Development Plan for ICCMC Sports Camp and Mobile Home Park (4-0)
• Approved $188,050, $519,840, $391,520, and $27,320 transfers for Juvenile Probation and Detention salary increases (4-0)
• Approved $25,818,252.50 in bills (5-0)
• Approved update to Fort Bend County Fire Code and Fee Schedule (4-0)
• Authorized settlement of Vacek Road Project Parcel 1 and litigation expenses up to $3,500 (4-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to approve minutes from previous hearings and take action on a tax abatement agreement with Bypass BESS, LLC. The board will also decide whether to deposit funds from Payments in lieu of Taxes (PILoT) agreements into a special revenue fund for economic development projects.

• Tax Abatement Agreement with Bypass BESS, LLC in Town of Thompsons Reinvestment Zone No. 2
• Authorization to deposit PILoT funds into a Special Revenue fund for Economic Opportunity and Development Programs

The Board approved a tax abatement agreement for Bypass BESS, LLC in the Town of Thompsons Reinvestment Zone No. 2. Additionally, the Board authorized the use of PILoT agreement funds for economic development projects.

• Approved Tax Abatement Agreement with Bypass BESS, LLC (4-0)
• Authorized PILoT Agreement funds to be deposited into a Special Revenue fund for Economic Opportunity and Development Programs/Projects (4-0)
• Approved minutes from September 11 and September 12, 2023 (4-0)

FORT BEND COUNTY TEXAS PUBLIC FACILITY CORPORATION - BOD

The Fort Bend County Texas Public Facility Corporation Board of Directors meets to adopt the corporation's official seal and authorize record-keeping procedures. The board will also take action on a request for proposals regarding a county property lease for a sheriff training facility.

• Adopt the seal of the Fort Bend County Texas Public Facility Corporation
• Authorize County Clerk to maintain minutes in the online agenda management system
• Action on RFP 23-067, County Property Lease for Sheriff Training Facility

The Board of Directors approved negotiating a property lease for a Sheriff Training Facility with Stonehenge Holdings, LLC. The Board also adopted an official corporate seal and established a system for recording meeting minutes.

• Approved negotiations with Stonehenge Holdings, LLC for RFP 23-067, County Property Lease for Sheriff Training Facility (3-1)
• Adopted the corporate seal and authorized the County Clerk to affix it to official acts (4-0)
• Authorized the County Clerk to record minutes in the same online system used by the Commissioners Court (4-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will hold public hearings regarding a proposed increase to the 2023 tax rate and the FY2024 budget. The board will also consider personnel positions, fleet management, and specific project funding transfers.

• Proposed total tax rate of $0.0124
• Adoption of the FY2024 Budget and Proposed Positions
• Transfer of $387,045 for Oyster Creek at FM 1092 Slope Repair Project No. 23001x
• Transfer of $505,716 for Oyster Creek at Lake Olympia Blvd. Slope Repair Project No. 23004x
• Approval of FY2024 fleet management and take-home vehicle lists

The board approved a total tax rate of $0.0124, representing a 3.65 percent increase. It also adopted the FY2024 budget of $11,969,890 and approved several fund transfers for slope repair projects.

• Approved 2023 total tax rate of $0.0124 (5-0)
• Adopted FY2024 budget of $11,969,890 (5-0)
• Adopted FY2024 Proposed Positions (5-0)
• Approved FY2024 Fleet Management vehicle assignments (5-0)
• Approved FY2024 take-home vehicle list (5-0)
• Approved $387,045 transfer for Oyster Creek at FM 1092 Slope Repair (5-0)
• Approved $505,716 transfer for Oyster Creek at Lake Olympia Blvd. Slope Repair (5-0)
• Approved August 22, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

FORT BEND COUNTY TEXAS PUBLIC FACILITY CORPORATION - BOD

The Fort Bend County Texas Public Facility Corporation Board of Directors will meet to approve minutes from a previous meeting and take action on a resolution. The main item is authorizing the execution of a Facilities Lease and Special Warranty Deed related to the financing of Lease Revenue Bonds Series 2023. The agenda does not list specific dollar amounts or project details beyond the bond series name.

• Resolution authorizing Facilities Lease and Special Warranty Deed
• Financing of Fort Bend County Public Facility Corporation Lease Revenue Bonds Series 2023
• Approval of minutes from July 11, 2023 meeting

The Board of Directors approved a resolution to execute a Facilities Lease and Special Warranty Deed for the financing of Lease Revenue Bonds Series 2023. The board also approved the minutes from the July 11, 2023, meeting.

• Approved minutes of July 11, 2023 meeting (5-0)
• Approved resolution for Facilities Lease and Special Warranty Deed for Lease Revenue Bonds Series 2023 (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on a proposed increase to the 2023 county tax rate and the proposed FY2024 budget. The agenda also includes hearings on 14 traffic control plans for new subdivisions and a proposal to create a new Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone. Consent items cover various budget transfers, including significant funds for sheriff and fire marshal overtime.

• Public hearing on proposed 2023 tax rate increase
• Public hearing on proposed FY2024 county budget
• Public hearing on creation of TIRZ No. 2 in Precinct 2
• Interlocal agreement with Village of Fairchilds for road work up to $234,632.86
• Budget transfer of $653,000 to Sheriff's Office for overtime

The Commissioners Court approved a $767.16 million budget for FY2024 and a total property tax rate of $0.4265, representing a 4.8 percent increase. The court also authorized the issuance of lease revenue bonds for a new Sheriff’s Office Training Facility Complex.

• Adopted FY2024 Budget of $767,159,901 (4-1)
• Increased total property tax rate to $0.4265 (4-1)
• Approved issuance of Public Facility Corporation Lease Revenue Bonds for Sheriff’s Office Training Facility (3-2)
• Authorized $400,000 final allocation for Triple R Small Business Loan/Grant Program (5-0)
• Approved $10,748,999.44 purchase of gym facility at 727 Plantation Drive (5-0)
• Created Reinvestment Zone No. 2 for Old Fresno redevelopment (5-0)
• Approved $1.5M ARPA funding for Meadows Place Wastewater Treatment Plant (5-0)
• Adopted FY2024 Proposed Positions, adding 155 new roles (4-1)

PUBLIC HEARING

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court will conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed FY2024 Budget for Fort Bend County. This hearing is held pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 111.067.

• Public hearing on the Proposed FY2024 Budget

The Commissioners Court conducted a public hearing regarding the proposed FY2024 Budget. Three residents provided public comments against the budget's size, priorities, and OPEB. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this hearing.

ADDENDUM TO AGENDA

This document is an administrative addendum to the September 11, 2023, Commissioners Court agenda. It confirms that the meeting notice was reposted on September 8, 2023, to ensure compliance with the 72-hour continuous posting requirement following a software failure. The text contains no substantive policy items, votes, or discussions.

• Addendum created to verify continuous 72-hour agenda posting
• Original notice posted September 6, 2023; reposted September 8, 2023
• Meeting scheduled for September 11, 2023, at 5:30 P.M.
• Location: Fort Bend County Courthouse, 401 Jackson Street, Richmond, TX

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will meet to conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed FY2024 Budget for the Fort Bend County Drainage District.

• Public hearing on the proposed FY2024 Budget

The board conducted a public hearing regarding the proposed FY2024 Budget for the Fort Bend County Drainage District. The Director of Finance & Investments stated the budget increase is 10 1/2 percent. No public comments were made, and no formal vote on the budget was recorded.

ADDENDUM TO DRAINAGE AGENDA

This document is a procedural addendum for the September 11, 2023, meeting of the Drainage District Board of Directors. It was issued to confirm the 72-hour continuous posting requirement following a software failure.

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on a federal justice grant and several traffic control plans. The body is also reviewing multiple budget transfers for IT equipment and various construction permits across four precincts.

• Public hearing for FY 2023 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant of $77,694
• Acceptance of Harvest Green Section 40 Replat in Precinct 4
• Budget transfer of $309,000 for IT temporary workers and hardware
• Budget transfer of $125,000 for Road and Bridge departmental overtime
• Permit for Flock Group Inc. to install a safety camera along Dove Country Drive

The Commissioners Court approved over $13 million in bills and multiple mobility bond projects. Key actions included settling a legal dispute for $90,000 and allocating $1 million for the 5th Street Infrastructure Project.

• Approved bills totaling $13,269,792.23 (5-0)
• Authorized $1,000,000 transfer for 5th Street Infrastructure Project (5-0)
• Approved $90,000 settlement for Triple B Services, LLP vs. Fort Bend County (5-0)
• Authorized $50,000 for special counsel to file suit via McCormick, Landry, Munoz, PLLC (5-0)
• Approved $11,380,840 addendum for facility improvements with Johnson Controls, Inc. (5-0)
• Accepted $993,718 HIDTA grant for the Sheriff's Office (5-0)
• Approved 2024 TCDRS plan with no COLA for retirees and 13.10% employer contribution (5-0)
• Approved expansion of Fort Bend Levee Improvement District No. 6 board to five members (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 1

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 1 will discuss an amendment to an economic development agreement for the Katy Gaston-Falcon Landing Project. The board will also consider allocating additional funds for a temporary traffic signal in Precinct 1.

• Amendment to Economic Development Agreement for Katy Gaston-Falcon Landing Project
• Request to allocate an additional $6,000 (totaling $156,000) for a temporary traffic signal at FM 1463 at Pine Mill Ranch Drive (Project No. TS19301)

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 1 approved an amendment to an economic development agreement for the Katy Gaston-Falcon Landing Project. The board also allocated additional funds for a temporary traffic signal in Precinct 1.

• Approved Amendment to Economic Development Agreement Katy Gaston-Falcon Landing Project (5-0)
• Approved additional $6,000 allocation for a total of $156,000 for a temporary traffic signal at FM 1463 at Pine Mill Ranch Drive (5-0)
• Approved minutes from May 23, 2023 meeting (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will discuss several infrastructure projects, including bank stabilization for Oyster Creek. The board is also reviewing a tax abatement amendment and the purchase of rotary mowers.

• First Amendment to Tax Abatement Agreement with API Realty, LLC for City of Sugar Land Reinvestment Zone 2018-01
• Change Order No. 1 with Shirley & Sons Construction Co., Inc. for $387,045 for Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase III
• Change Order No. 2 with RES Gulf Coast, LLC dba LECON for $354,297 for FEMA Project No. 11898
• Transfer of $49,100 from Flood Contingency for 2023 Lower Jones Creek Stabilization Project No. 23003x
• Engineering services agreement with M&E Consultants, LLC for Oyster Creek Slope Stabilization Project (Phase IV) not to exceed $505,715.57

The board approved several change orders and a new engineering agreement for creek stabilization projects. It also authorized a tax abatement amendment for API Realty, LLC and awarded a contract for rotary mowers.

• Approved First Amendment to Tax Abatement Agreement with API Realty, LLC (5-0)
• Approved $387,045 change order for Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase III with Shirley & Sons Construction Co., Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $354,297 change order for FEMA Project No. 11898 with RES Gulf Coast, LLC dba LECON (5-0)
• Approved $49,100 fund transfer for 2023 Lower Jones Creek Stabilization Project No. 23003x (5-0)
• Awarded rotary mower purchase contract (Bid 23-065) to Wharton Tractor Company (5-0)
• Approved engineering agreement for Oyster Creek Slope Stabilization Phase IV with M&E Consultants, LLC not to exceed $505,715.57 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from August 8, 2023 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on several traffic control plans and set dates for the FY2024 Proposed Budget hearings. The body is also reviewing numerous budget transfers for IT equipment and personnel, as well as various engineering permits.

• Public hearings for FY2024 Proposed Budget scheduled for September 11 and 12, 2023
• Budget transfer of $50,000 for a Human Resources policy review consultant
• Budget transfer of $35,000 for Fire Marshal IT equipment
• Traffic control plan hearings for 8 locations including Summerview Section 3 and Millers Pond Section 1
• Permit for Verizon Wireless to install fiber optic cable along Coles Canyon and Tamarron Parkway

The Commissioners Court adopted a total tax rate of $0.42650, representing a 4.89% increase. Officials authorized a November 7, 2023, bond election for mobility projects ($712.63M) and parks facilities ($153M). The court also approved several legal settlements and a burn ban for unincorporated areas.

• Adopted total tax rate of $0.42650 (4-1)
• Authorized Nov. 7 Bond Election for mobility ($712.63M) and parks ($153M) (5-0)
• Approved $14.3M in bills and $9.8M in time-sensitive disbursements (5-0)
• Enacted outdoor burning ban for unincorporated county (5-0)
• Approved settlement for Esmeralda Trigo for $70,000 (5-0)
• Approved settlements in Chavis Shanae Ward case for $30,000 and $100,000 (5-0)
• Approved FY2024 elected official salaries with County Attorney set at $164,507 (5-0)
• Approved $268,017 transfer for Texana contract (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will discuss the 2023 tax rate and schedule public hearings for the FY2024 proposed budget. The board will also consider a candidate nomination for the Fort Bend Central Appraisal District.

• Proposal of the 2023 Tax Rate for Fort Bend County Drainage District
• Setting public hearings for the FY2024 Proposed Budget for September 11 and 12, 2023
• Proposed $10,000 transfer from Operating Supplies to Information Technology for four time clocks
• Nomination of a candidate for the 2024-2025 Board of Directors to the Fort Bend Central Appraisal District
• Recording of 10/20 year property tax write-offs

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board approved a proposed tax rate increase for 2023, raising the total drainage tax rate to $0.0124. This proposal, which passed with a 4-1 vote, will be subject to public hearings in September. The board also unanimously approved a $10,000 budget transfer for maintenance department time clocks and set hearings for the FY2024 budget.

• Approved July 11, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Approved resolution nominating Michael D. Rozell for Appraisal District Board (5-0)
• Approved correction to out-of-state travel for J. Bao (5-0)
• Recorded 10/20 Year Write Off of Property Taxes (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 transfer from Operating Supplies to IT for time clocks (5-0)
• Set public hearings for FY2024 Proposed Budget on Sept 11 and 12 (5-0)
• Proposed 2023 tax rate increase to $0.0124 total (4-1)
• Set public hearings on tax rate increase for Sept 12 (5-0)

SPECIAL SESSION 2

The Commissioners Court will hold workshops to discuss and potentially approve project lists for two upcoming referendums. These referendums are scheduled for the November 7, 2023, election.

• Project list for Mobility Bond referendum
• Project list for Parks Bond referendum

The Commissioners Court approved project lists for two bond referendums to be considered for the November 7, 2023, election. These include a mobility bond for transportation projects and a parks bond for community facilities.

• Approved $712,629,713 Mobility Bond referendum project list (5-0)
• Approved $153 million Parks Bond project list (5-0)

SPECIAL SESSION 2

The Commissioners Court will hold workshops to review and potentially approve project lists for Mobility and Parks Bond referendums for the November 7, 2023, election. The body will also discuss a Needs Assessment Study regarding the construction of a new animal shelter.

• Project list for Mobility Bond referendum (Nov 7, 2023 election)
• Project list for Parks Bond referendum (Nov 7, 2023 election)
• Option 1: New animal shelter for unincorporated County areas
• Option 2: Regional animal shelter including Missouri City, Rosenberg, Stafford, and Sugar Land

The court held workshops to discuss potential bond amounts for the November 7, 2023, election. No final project lists or bond amounts were approved during this session. A discussion regarding animal shelter options was pulled.

• Discussed Mobility Bond referendum with suggested amounts between $400 - $600 million
• Discussed Parks Bond referendum with a suggested amount of $150 million
• Pulled discussion on animal shelter Needs Assessment Study options

SPECIAL SESSION 2

The Commissioners Court is meeting for a special session to conduct budget workshops. These discussions include a review of Capital Improvement Projects.

• Budget workshops
• Capital Improvement Projects

The Commissioners Court conducted budget workshops to review the recommended FY2024 budget and capital improvement projects. No formal votes on budget adoption or tax rates were recorded during this session.

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 6

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 6 will meet to approve minutes from a previous meeting and take action on a resolution to exclude and de-annex a specific area from the district. The agenda lists a specific Order as an attachment for this item, but does not name the area or provide details on the impact of the de-annexation.

• Resolution and Order to Exclude and De-Annex area from Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 6

The Commissioners Court approved a resolution to exclude and de-annex a specific area from Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 6. The court also approved the minutes from the April 25, 2023, meeting.

• Approved Resolution and Order to Exclude and De-Annex area from Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 6 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of meeting held on April 25, 2023 (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans for several roads and schools. The agenda includes approving numerous construction permits, releasing development bonds, and authorizing various budget transfers for county departments. A key item is a five-year agreement allowing the District Attorney's office to access Flock Group surveillance camera data.

• Public hearings on traffic control plans for Fry Road, Beasley West End Road, Addicks Clodine Road, and Lamar Consolidated ISD.
• Memorandum of Understanding with Flock Group, Inc. for 5-year access to surveillance camera data for the District Attorney.
• Budget transfer of $137,648 to the Public Defender for FY2023 grant matching.
• Budget transfer of $98,979 to amend the Pre-Trial Bond Program budget.
• Release of development bonds totaling $318,994 for McCrary Meadows Sec 6 and $155,680 for Hagerson Road Tract Sec 4.

The Commissioners Court approved a settlement regarding opioid litigation claims against Walgreens, CVS, and Walmart. The court also authorized several million dollars in contracts for a new IT facility and human resources software, and approved various road and bridge projects.

• Approved opioid litigation settlement with Walgreens, CVS, and Walmart (4-0)
• Approved $1.428M architectural services contract for new IT Facility (5-0)
• Approved $7.9M agreement with Precision Task Group for HR Capital Management System (5-0)
• Awarded $1.19M Sundial Park construction bid to Jerdon Enterprise, LP (5-0)
• Approved $1.1M in bills and $7.3M in time-sensitive disbursements (5-0)
• Approved resolution supporting HCFCD study for Addicks and Barker Reservoirs (5-0)
• Approved $105,770 agreement for Falcon Landing Boulevard sidewalk extension (5-0)
• Tabled revisions to Employee Information Manual drug testing policies

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 2

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 2 will discuss adding real estate to the district. The board will also consider allocating funds for community outreach services.

• Request to allocate up to $75,000 for outreach services at the Mission Bend Community Center via the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Houston, Inc.
• Petition and consent to include real estate in Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 2
• Resolution and order to include area in Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 2

The Commissioners Court approved the inclusion of new real estate and areas into Assistance District No. 2. Additionally, the court allocated funding for outreach services at the Mission Bend Community Center.

• Approved minutes from February 7, 2023 meeting (5-0)
• Approved petition and consent to include real estate in Assistance District No. 2 (5-0)
• Approved resolution and order to include area in Assistance District No. 2 (5-0)
• Approved allocation of up to $75,000 for outreach services at Mission Bend Community Center via Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Houston, Inc. (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to take action on engineering services and equipment procurement. The board will review a request for qualifications for creek stabilization and a bid for mowing equipment.

• RFQ 23-059: Engineering Services for Slope Stabilization on Oyster Creek (Phase IV)
• Bid 23-015: Term contract for purchase of rotary mowers

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board unanimously approved negotiating engineering services for Phase IV slope stabilization on Oyster Creek with M&E Consultants. The board also rejected and re-advertised a bid for rotary mowers. Previous meeting minutes were approved, and the session adjourned.

• Approved minutes from June 27, 2023 meeting (5-0)
• Ordered negotiation on RFQ 23-059 for Oyster Creek slope stabilization with M&E Consultants (5-0)
• Rejected and re-advertised Bid 23-015 for rotary mowers (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans for several precincts. The body is also considering various budget transfers, engineering permits, and the acceptance of new streets in several residential developments.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans including Sorrento Drive, Benton Road, and Sienna Village of Destrehan
• Budget transfer of $160,000 for a Narcotics bucket truck
• Budget transfer of $75,000 for Juvenile Probation employee salaries
• Street acceptance and bond releases for Jordan Ranch, Firethorne West, and McCrary Meadows
• Plat approvals for Tamarron Section 37, Millers Pond, and Candela Water Plant No 1

The Commissioners Court established a committee to evaluate policies and legislation to incentivize industrial investment. The court also approved several mobility bond projects, a $500,000 allocation for the Triple R small business loan program, and various interlocal agreements.

• Created Industrial Development Opportunities Committee (5-0)
• Authorized $500,000 for Triple R Small Business Loan/Grant Program (5-0)
• Approved $12.4M in bills and $9.9M in time-sensitive disbursements (5-0)
• Approved $236,923 agreement with City of Orchard for water improvements (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of property at 727 Plantation Dr, Richmond (5-0)
• Approved $70,000 settlement in Cause No. 23-DCV-301670 (5-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Waller County for postmortem services (5-0)
• Approved $350,000 agreement with Rams Aviation Company for helicopter maintenance (5-0)

Public Finance Corportation - BOD

The Board of Directors is meeting to establish the operational structure of the Fort Bend County Texas Public Facility Corporation. This includes electing officers, adopting bylaws, and discussing funding mechanisms for capital expenditures.

• Election of officers for the Fort Bend County Public Facilities Corporation
• Adoption of the Fort Bend County Public Facilities Corporation Bylaws
• Resolution to advance funding for capital expenditures to be reimbursed via bonds, notes, or other obligations
• Authorization of up to $2,600 for an environmental site assessment of the Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office Training Facility

The Board approved the corporation's articles of incorporation, certificate of formation, and bylaws. It also passed a resolution to advance funding for capital expenditures and authorized a small expenditure for an environmental site assessment.

• Approved Articles of Incorporation, Initial Bylaws, and Certificate of Formation (5-0)
• Adopted Fort Bend County Public Facilities Corporation Bylaws (5-0)
• Approved Resolution to Advance Funding for Capital Expenditures to be reimbursed via bonds, notes, or other obligations (5-0)
• Authorized up to $2,600 in Certificates of Obligation for an environmental site assessment of the Sheriff's Office Training Facility (5-0)
• Election of officers was not completed after a motion was retracted and the board was advised that adopting bylaws would fill the roles

NOTICE OF ATTENDANCE

A quorum of the Fort Bend County Commissioners Court will attend a meeting with Houston Metro on July 6, 2023. The agenda explicitly states that no formal action will be taken during this attendance. This is a procedural notice of attendance rather than a legislative session.

• Attendance by Commissioners Court members at a Houston Metro meeting
• No formal action or votes scheduled

The Commissioners Court attended a meeting with Houston Metro on July 6, 2023. The record states that no formal action was taken during this meeting.

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will conduct a public hearing on housing and community development needs for low-and-moderate-income residents. The body is also considering several traffic control plans and numerous engineering permits for utility and driveway installations.

• Public hearing for FY2023 Consolidated Annual Plan regarding low-and-moderate-income housing needs
• Traffic control plans for Still Creek Ranch Section 3, Windfield Lakes, Cinco Ranch Southwest, Napa Valley, Windstone on the Prairie, Fulbrook, and Bella Terra Parkway
• Budget transfer of $146,600 for jail parts, services, and repairs
• Budget transfer of $33,000 for Behavioral Health Services fees
• Engineering permits for fiber optic installations by Comcast, Verizon, and Crown Castle Fiber

The Commissioners Court approved over $17.7 million in bills and ratified $21.6 million in disbursements. The court authorized funding for new IT and Elections facilities, approved various road and utility permits, and ratified the appointment of Dr. Gale-Lowe as Director of Health and Human Services.

• Approved bills totaling $17,798,340.86 (4-0)
• Ratified time-sensitive disbursements of $21,625,575.59 (4-0)
• Authorized Certificates of Obligation for new IT Facility design ($1.5M) and Elections Administration Facility design ($880K) (4-0)
• Approved $500,000 advance payment to Stonehenge Holdings for Epicenter operations (4-0)
• Awarded $743,066 contract to Reliable Signal & Lighting Solutions, LLC for Emergency Network Infrastructure (4-0)
• Ratified appointment of Dr. Gale-Lowe as Director of Health and Human Services (4-0)
• Approved purchase of land parcels for Koeblen Road Project (4-0)
• Appointed Kyle Warren to the Emergency Service District No. 3 Board (4-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to discuss the adoption of a policy and procedure for selecting architectural, engineering, and land surveying services. The board will also review minutes from the June 13, 2023 meeting.

• Resolution and Order Adopting Policy and Procedure for the Selection of Architectural, Engineering, and Land Surveying Services

The Drainage District Board approved a resolution establishing policies and procedures for selecting architectural, engineering, and land surveying services. The board also approved the minutes from the June 13, 2023, meeting.

• Approved Resolution and Order Adopting Policy and Procedure for the Selection of Architectural, Engineering, and Land Surveying Services (4-0)
• Approved minutes of meeting held on June 13, 2023 (4-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans for several developments. The body is also considering multiple budget transfers, including a $19.9 million transfer for employee benefits and $3.5 million for court-appointed services.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans: Tamarron Park Drive & Tamarron Point, Candela Section 6, Sienna Section 66, and Windstone on the Prairie Section 2
• Budget transfer of $19,935,000 for employee benefits and OPEB trust fund payments
• Budget transfer of $3,500,000 for court appointed services through September 30, 2023
• Budget transfer of $187,500 from ARPA Non-Profits to ARPA Admin Contractual
• Public hearing set for June 27, 2023, regarding FY2023 Consolidated Annual Plan for low-and-moderate-income housing and community development

Commissioners Court awarded a construction contract for Brandt Road and approved several million-dollar budget transfers for affordable housing, wastewater treatment, and water facilities. The court also authorized a $19.9M deposit into the retiree health care trust and approved various infrastructure permits.

• Awarded $8,914,370.67 contract to Allgood Construction Co. for Brandt Road (5-0)
• Authorized $19,935,000 deposit into Other Post-Employment Benefit (OPEB) Trust (5-0)
• Approved $2,500,000 ARPA transfer for affordable housing solutions (5-0)
• Approved $1,500,000 ARPA transfer for Meadows Place Wastewater Treatment repairs (5-0)
• Approved $1,500,000 ARPA transfer for Needville Water Facilities repairs (5-0)
• Approved $2,500,000 agreement with Attack Poverty for community development (5-0)
• Authorized $10,000 litigation expenses for 10th Street Project (5-0)
• Approved $482,000 agreement with MUD No. 19 for drainage improvements (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will discuss funding allocations for erosion control and time extensions for the Big Creek Expansion Project. The body is also reviewing a tax abatement application and consulting service amendments.

• Transfer of $250,000 from Flood Contingency for 2022 Big Creek Erosion Control (Project No. 22003x)
• Time extension through August 31, 2025, for CivilTech Engineering, Inc. regarding Big Creek Expansion Project
• Additional $85,000 for Halff Associates, Inc. for drainage report review, totaling $135,000
• Approval of FY2023 Fort Bend County and Fort Bend County Drainage District Tax Abatement Joint Application
• Acceptance of access easement from Missouri City Management District No. 1 for Parks Edge Sections 16, 18 and 19

The Board approved a $250,000 fund transfer for the 2022 Big Creek Erosion Control project and extended a performance agreement for the Big Creek Expansion Project. Other actions included approving a tax abatement application and increasing a consulting contract for drainage report reviews.

• Approved extension of CivilTech Engineering, Inc. agreement for Big Creek Expansion Project through August 31, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved $250,000 transfer from Flood Contingency for 2022 Big Creek Erosion Control, Project No. 22003x (5-0)
• Approved FY2023 Fort Bend County and Drainage District Tax Abatement Joint Application (5-0)
• Approved access easement from Missouri City Management District No. 1 for Parks Edge Sections 16, 18 and 19 (5-0)
• Approved advertising for appraisal services proposals (5-0)
• Approved $85,000 contract increase for Halff Associates, Inc. for drainage report review, totaling $135,000 (5-0)
• Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

SPECIAL SESSION 2

The Commissioners Court will meet in closed session to consult with an attorney regarding a specific Equal Employment Opportunity Commission charge. The body may take action on this matter after reconvening in open session.

• Consultation with attorney regarding EEOC Charge No. 460-2023-02392

The Commissioners Court met in a special session to address an Equal Employment Opportunity Commission charge. The court unanimously approved a settlement agreement recommended by the County Attorney.

• Authorized County Judge to execute Two Party Agreement for EEOC Charge No. 460-2023-02392 (4-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will conduct public hearings regarding food establishment regulations and modifications to the Major Thoroughfare Plan. The body is also considering several budget transfers and various engineering permits for utility and driveway installations.

• Public hearing to amend regulations of food establishments
• Modification of Major Thoroughfare Plan for collector roads in Richmond, Precinct 4
• Budget transfer of $681,000 for the ARPA Small Business Program year-end close out
• Budget transfer of $500,000 for Sheriff's Office Detention overtime
• Acceptance of $134,000 bond for Texas Heritage Parkway Section 1

The Commissioners Court approved over $21 million in bills and a settlement regarding opioid litigation claims against Allergan defendants. The court also authorized several infrastructure projects, including a $2.55M water plant project for the Village of Pleak. Additionally, an emergency was declared for the animal shelter to fund two new staff positions and supplies.

• Approved bills in the amount of $21,025,120.54 (4-0)
• Approved settlement of opioid litigation claims against Allergan defendants (4-0)
• Approved $2.55M Interlocal Agreement for Village of Pleak water plant (4-0)
• Declared animal shelter emergency and amended budget by $80,724 for staff and supplies (4-0)
• Approved $1.4M Hurricane Harvey Infrastructure Application for 30 flood gages (4-0)
• Awarded $1,099,557.48 contract to Hurtado Construction Company for Library Access Road (4-0)
• Approved $685,784.53 contract to Ballew Construction for Blue Ridge Park parking lot (4-0)
• Approved $315,000 agreement with Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Houston (4-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will discuss funding for drainage projects and internal budget transfers. Key items include a cost-sharing agreement for ditch rehabilitation and funding for slope repairs.

• Cost Sharing Agreement for Ditch H Rehabilitation Project with Levee Improvement Districts No. 2 and No. 17
• Proposed transfer of $1,843,075 from Flood Contingency for Oyster Creek slope repair Project No. 23001x
• Proposed transfer of $2,575 for a biometric time clock for the Drainage District Maintenance Department

The Drainage District Board approved a cost-sharing agreement for the Ditch H Rehabilitation Project. The board also authorized two budget transfers to fund a biometric time clock and slope repairs at Oyster Creek.

• Approved Cost Sharing Agreement for Ditch H Rehabilitation Project (4-0)
• Approved $2,575 transfer for a biometric time clock for Maintenance Department (4-0)
• Approved $1,843,075 transfer from Flood Contingency for Oyster Creek slope repair Project No. 23001x (4-0)
• Approved minutes from May 9, 2023 meeting (4-0)

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 road project. The board is considering a request to increase the budget for a turn lane on Fry Road.

• Request to allocate $14,440.55 for the design and construction of a turn lane on Fry Road (Mobility Bond Project No. 17320x, Precinct 1), bringing the total amount to $419,440.55

The Commissioners Court approved additional funding for the design and construction of a turn lane on Fry Road in Precinct 1. The total project amount was corrected to $425,000.

• Approved additional funds of $20,000 for Fry Road turn lane (Mobility Bond Project No. 17320x), bringing the total to $425,000 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from the February 28, 2023 meeting (4-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will conduct public hearings regarding the 2023 Tax Abatement Guidelines and several traffic control plans. The body is also reviewing various budget transfers and engineering permits for utility and road work across four precincts.

• Public hearing for the adoption of the 2023 Tax Abatement Guidelines & Criteria for Tax Abatements
• Budget transfer of $13,471,020 pursuant to the FY 2023 Salary Audit
• Budget transfer of $50,000 for Animal Services spay and neuter surgeries
• Traffic control plan hearings for Jordan Ranch, Tamarron, Morgan Spur Drive, and Sunset Crossing
• Engineering permits for fiber optic installations by Comcast, Frontier, and Centric Fiber

The Commissioners Court approved the issuance of $90M in Unlimited Tax Road Bonds, $40M in Certificates of Obligation, and $20M in Tax Anticipation Notes. The court also established the Fort Bend County Public Facility Corporation as a financing tool.

• Approved $90M Unlimited Tax Road Bonds (5-0)
• Approved $40M Certificates of Obligation, Series 2023 (5-0)
• Approved $20M Tax Anticipation Note, Series 2023 (5-0)
• Approved creation of Fort Bend County Public Facility Corporation (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Tax Abatement Guidelines and Criteria (5-0)
• Approved $18,027,602.65 in bills (5-0)
• Approved $154,288 purchase for Bates Allen Park Expansion (5-0)
• Adopted 2023 Local Option Property Tax Exemptions (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will hold a public hearing on 2023 tax abatement guidelines and consider local option property tax exemptions. The board is also reviewing engineering services and bids for slope stabilization on Oyster Creek.

• Public hearing for 2023 Tax Abatement Guidelines & Criteria
• Bid 23-040 for Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase III
• Proposed Homestead Exemption of $5,000 or 20 percent
• Proposed $100,000 exemptions for disabled persons and those over 65
• Time extension for M&E Consultants, LLC regarding Oyster Creek slope stabilization

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board unanimously approved a $1,843,075 contract for Oyster Creek channel bank stabilization. The board also adopted 2023 tax abatement guidelines and local option property tax exemptions for homesteads, seniors, and disabled persons. Additionally, they authorized engineering services advertisements and extended an existing engineering agreement.

• Approved 2023 Guidelines and Criteria for Granting Tax Abatement Agreements (5-0)
• Authorized advertisement for engineering services for Oyster Creek slope stabilization (5-0)
• Awarded Bid 23-040 for Oyster Creek Channel Bank Stabilization Phase III to Shirley & Sons Construction Co. for $1,843,075 (5-0)
• Approved amendment to M&E Consultants, LLC agreement extending performance through Feb 24, 2024, with no compensation change (5-0)
• Adopted 2023 Local Option Exemptions: Homestead ($5,000 or 20%), Over 65 ($100,000), Disabled Person ($100,000) (5-0)

BUDGET WORKSHOP - AFTERNOON

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court convened for a special meeting to conduct budget workshops. The agenda listed only procedural items: calling the meeting to order, conducting the workshops, and adjourning. No specific budget figures, votes, or decisions are recorded in the provided agenda text.

• Special meeting held at 401 Jackson Street, Richmond, Texas
• Agenda item 2: Conduct Budget Workshops
• Meeting scheduled for Friday, May 5, 2023, at 1:00 P.M.

The provided document is a meeting notice and agenda. It does not contain records of decisions, votes, or outcomes from the budget workshops.

BUDGET WORKSHOP - MORNING

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court convened for a morning budget workshop on May 5, 2023. The agenda consisted only of procedural items: calling the meeting to order, conducting the budget workshops, and adjourning. No specific budget figures, votes, or decisions are recorded in this agenda document.

• Budget workshops conducted
• Meeting held at Fort Bend County Courthouse, 401 Jackson Street, Richmond, TX

The Commissioners Court conducted budget workshops where several departments explained budget overages. The court also reviewed a proposed paid parental leave option and various capital improvement projects. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded in the minutes.

BUDGET WORKSHOP

The Commissioners Court is meeting for a special session to conduct budget workshops. The agenda does not list specific budget items or figures for discussion.

• Budget workshops

The Commissioners Court conducted budget workshops where the Director of Finance & Investments reviewed a Net Assess Value Analysis. Various county departments provided explanations for budgets that exceeded target amounts. No formal votes or final budget decisions were recorded.

BUDGET WORKSHOP

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court scheduled a special meeting on May 3, 2023, to conduct budget workshops. The agenda lists only procedural items: calling the meeting to order, conducting the workshops, and adjourning. No specific budget figures, departmental proposals, or voting items are detailed in the provided agenda text.

• Special meeting scheduled for May 3, 2023, at 9:00 A.M.
• Agenda item 2: Conduct Budget Workshops
• Meeting location: 401 Jackson Street, Richmond, Texas

The Commissioners Court conducted a budget workshop to review the FY2024 Preliminary Budget. The meeting consisted of a financial overview and presentations from various county departments regarding budget requests. No formal votes or final budget approvals were recorded.

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 11

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 11 Board of Directors will meet to discuss tax information access. The board is considering authorizing a third party to receive data from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts and other officials.

• Authorization for HDL COMPANIES to request and receive tax information for sales tax analysis

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 11 authorized HDL Companies to request and discuss tax information for sales tax analysis. The board also approved the minutes from the February 28, 2023 meeting.

• Authorized HDL COMPANIES to request and discuss tax information for sales tax analysis (5-0)
• Approved minutes of meeting held on February 28, 2023 (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 16

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 16 Board of Directors will meet to discuss sales tax analysis. The board is considering authorizing a third party to access tax data from state and county officials.

• Authorization for HDL COMPANIES to request and receive tax information from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts and appraisal district officials for sales tax analysis

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 16 held a special meeting on April 25, 2023. The Commissioners Court unanimously approved minutes from a previous meeting in July 2021. They also unanimously authorized HDL Companies to request and discuss tax information, including confidential data, from the Texas Comptroller and appraisal districts for the specific purpose of sales tax analysis.

• Approved minutes from July 6, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Authorized HDL Companies to access tax data for sales tax analysis (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:03 p.m.

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 6

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 6 Board of Directors will meet to discuss administrative approvals. The primary action item involves authorizing a third party to access tax data for analysis.

• Authorization for HDL COMPANIES to request and receive tax information from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts and appraisal district officials for sales tax analysis

The Commissioners Court authorized HDL Companies to access tax information from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts and other officials. This access is for the limited purpose of performing a sales tax analysis for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 6.

• Authorized HDL COMPANIES to request and discuss tax information for sales tax analysis (5-0)
• Approved minutes from February 7, 2023 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 tax information access. The board is considering authorizing a third party to receive data from the Texas Comptroller and appraisal officials.

• Authorization for HDL COMPANIES to request and receive tax information for sales tax analysis

The Commissioners Court authorized HDL Companies to access and discuss tax information from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts and other officials. This access is granted specifically for the purpose of sales tax analysis for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 9.

• Authorized HDL COMPANIES to request and discuss tax information for sales tax analysis (5-0)
• Approved minutes from January 10, 2023 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans for several residential areas. The body is also considering various budget transfers for software and equipment, as well as numerous engineering permits for fiber optic and gas line installations.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans: Walnut Creek, Olympia Falls Section 3, Lakehead Lane, and Charlie Roberts Lane
• Budget transfer of $193,000 for District Clerk jury management services
• Payment of $118,885.50 to Main Lane Industries, Ltd. for Cinco Ranch Turn Lanes at SH 99
• Adoption of the 2023 Investment Policy and Investment Strategy
• Reappointment of Scott Jacobson to the First Colony Levee Improvement District Board

The Commissioners Court approved several major infrastructure contracts, including the construction of the Precinct 3 Annex and road rehabilitation projects. The court also authorized emergency funding for pauper burial services and approved various land acquisitions for mobility projects.

• Approved $8.5M contract with Crain Group, LLC for Precinct 3 Annex construction (5-0)
• Awarded $1.6M contract to Millis Equipment, LLC for Voss Road Roundabout and Cullinan Park turn lane (5-0)
• Awarded $742,305 contract to DVL Enterprises, LLC for Aliana Pavement Rehabilitation (5-0)
• Approved $333,310 emergency expenditure for pauper burial services (4-1)
• Authorized $1.1M for Grand Parkway Frontage Road - Segment 2 Project (4-1)
• Approved $404,706 software maintenance renewal with Tyler Technologies, Inc. (5-0)
• Authorized County Attorney to seek damages against two Houston businesses for fire code and boarding home violations (4-0)
• Tabled broadband billboard advertising campaign for further investigation

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will discuss a property tax exemption for a historic site and the abandonment of two drainage easements. The board is also considering a small budget transfer for software licenses.

• Property tax exemption request for The George Ranch Historical Park for tax year 2023
• Transfer of $1,524 for three Blue Beam license seats
• Abandonment of Drainage District Right of Way Easement Vol. 897, Pg. 235 (Precinct 1)
• Abandonment of Drainage District Right of Way Easement Vol. 897, Pg. 244 (Precinct 1)

The Board approved a property tax exemption for George Ranch Historical Park and the abandonment of two right-of-way easements in Precinct 1. Additionally, the Board authorized a small fund transfer for software licenses.

• Approved minutes from March 14, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved transfer of $1,524 for three Blue Beam license seats (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Drainage Fund property tax exemption for George Ranch Historical Park (5-0)
• Approved abandonment of Right of Way Easement Vol. 897, Pg. 235 in Precinct 1 (5-0)
• Approved abandonment of Right of Way Easement Vol. 897, Pg. 244 in Precinct 1 (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on modifications to the Major Thoroughfare Plan for Kunz and Modena School Roads and the acceptance of multiple traffic control plans. The body will also consider various utility and driveway permits and out-of-state travel requests.

• Public hearing for Major Thoroughfare Plan modifications for Kunz and Modena School Roads
• Public hearings for traffic control plans including Jordan Ranch, Sienna, and Waterford
• Property tax exemption request for The George Ranch Historical Park
• Budget transfer of $6,080 for Sheriff's Office Commissary
• Budget transfer of $1,016 for Engineering software

The Commissioners Court approved several multi-million dollar mobility bond projects and a $2.8M grant for public health infrastructure. The court also approved numerous fiber optic installation permits and a resolution supporting TxDOT's 36A Corridor study. A motion to revise nonconsent towing regulations failed due to lack of a second.

• Awarded $7.5M contract to Allgood Construction for Burney-Old Richmond Road (5-0)
• Awarded $2.8M contract to HTI Construction for Old Needville-Fairchilds Road (5-0)
• Approved $2.8M Public Health Infrastructure Grant from Texas Dept of State Health Services (5-0)
• Approved Resolution supporting TxDOT resuming Environmental Impact Study for 36A Corridor (5-0)
• Approved $2.02M Interlocal Agreement for Sienna Parkway Intersections (5-0)
• Denied request to transfer precincts between Commissioner Precincts 2 and 3 (2-3)
• Approved $24.5M in bills and $23.6M in time-sensitive disbursements (5-0)
• Approved $238,918 for Precinct 3 Annex building construction and utility fees (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings regarding modifications to the Major Thoroughfare Plan and the acceptance of several traffic control plans. The body will also review various budget transfers and utility permit applications.

• Public hearing on modifying the Major Thoroughfare Plan for Williams School Road at State Highway 36
• Public hearings for traffic control plans including Church Colony, Jordan Ranch Sec 41, and Grand Trails Section 1
• Budget transfer of $386,756 for American Rescue Plan Act Non Profit Assistance for Hagerty Consulting, Inc.
• Budget transfer of $37,000 for animal shelter spay/neuter services
• Permit applications for fiber optic installations by Comcast of Houston, LLC and Frontier Southwest Inc.

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court unanimously approved the purchase of 15 turn-key ambulances and six modules for Emergency Medical Services, not to exceed $6,422,500. The Court also authorized the creation of a Fort Bend County Public Facilities Corporation to facilitate housing projects, including in Fresno Community. Additionally, the Court approved a $2.4 million transfer to fund an interim agreement with Wellpath, LLC for inmate medical services, replacing Armor Health.

• Approved purchase of 15 ambulances and 6 modules up to $6,422,500 (5-0)
• Authorized creation of Fort Bend County Public Facilities Corporation (5-0)
• Approved $2.4M transfer and interim agreement with Wellpath, LLC for inmate medical services (5-0)
• Approved $1,928,921.02 contract for Tamarron Crossing construction (5-0)
• Approved $96,000 for Travis Building office modifications (5-0)
• Approved $70,000 settlement in Tracy Stratman vs. Fort Bend County case (5-0)
• Approved $386,756 ARPA transfer for Hagerty Consulting agreement (5-0)
• Approved $182,004 easement purchase for Moore Road Project (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans for four new residential developments. The agenda includes consent items approving payments for road paving, accepting completed streets in several subdivisions, and correcting agreements for major highway frontage projects.

• Public hearings on traffic control plans for Jordan Ranch, Blue Jay Landing, Caldwell Ranch, and Trammel Fresno Road
• Correction of Advance Funding Agreement with TxDOT for NB 99 Frontage Design ($12,835,000)
• Correction of Advance Funding Agreement with TxDOT for SB 99 Frontage Road ($13,406,870)
• Payment of $397,610.10 to RAC Industries for Greenbusch paving and drainage improvements
• Acceptance of streets in Vanbrooke Sec 3 and release of $440,510 bond

The Commissioners Court approved several high-value purchases, including 15 International ambulances and a $75 million funding increase for various mobility bond projects. The court also appointed a new County Fire Marshal and authorized the purchase of land for the Bates Allen Park Expansion Project.

• Approved $4,770,925.00 for 15 International ambulances (5-0)
• Amended resolution to increase funding for various mobility bond projects by $75 million (5-0)
• Approved advance funding agreements for NB 99 and SH 99 frontage roads totaling $52.4 million (4-1)
• Appointed Justin Jurek as Fort Bend County Fire Marshal (5-0)
• Authorized $154,228 for land purchase for Bates Allen Park Expansion Project (5-0)
• Approved $272,500.50 for six Tahoe vehicles for Juvenile and Sheriff's Office (5-0)
• Approved $88,000 grant for Soft Target Response Equipment Grant Project (5-0)
• Authorized $117,780 for county-wide efficiency upgrades (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and record the annual financial report for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022.

• Acceptance of the Annual Financial Report for the year ended September 30, 2022
• Review of Auditors’ communication letter by Whitley Penn, LLP

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board met to approve previous meeting minutes and formally record the annual financial report for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022.

• Approved minutes from March 7, 2023 meeting (5-0)
• Accepted and recorded the Annual Financial Report for the year ended September 30, 2022, and the Whitley Penn, LLP auditors' communication letter (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and take action on a board appointment. The meeting includes a proposal to re-appoint a representative to a Missouri City Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone.

• Re-appointment of Thomasine Johnson to the Board of Directors of Missouri City Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number 2

The Drainage District Board approved the re-appointment of Thomasine Johnson to represent the district on the Board of Directors of Missouri City Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number 2. The board also approved the minutes from the February 28, 2023 meeting.

• Approved re-appointment of Thomasine Johnson to Missouri City Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number 2 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of February 28, 2023 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will conduct a public hearing regarding the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan. The body is also considering the acceptance of 16 traffic control plans and various engineering payments for mobility bond projects.

• Public hearing for the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan
• Acceptance of 16 traffic control plans including Tamarron, Jordan Ranch, and Sienna
• Payment of $1,242,371.82 to HR Green, Inc. for Evergreen Side Roads
• Payment of $205,856.49 to PGAL for US 90A at SH 99
• Budget transfer of $17,500 for ten Dell Toughbooks for Case Detectives

The Commissioners Court voted to change its regular meeting schedule to twice monthly starting April 2023 to reduce costs. The court also authorized the development of a program for a potential November 2023 Mobility and Park Bonds Election. Additionally, the court approved over $28 million in bills and various infrastructure permits.

• Amended meeting schedule to every second and fourth Tuesday of each month (5-0)
• Authorized planning for a potential November 2023 Bond Election (4-1)
• Approved bills in the amount of $28,060,729.62 (5-0)
• Approved $357,958.92 contract to TBK Partners, LLC for Harlem Road Park Expansion (5-0)
• Approved creation of one Deputy Sheriff Bailiff position for JP Precinct 2, Place 2 (5-0)
• Approved 16 traffic control plans for various precincts (5-0)
• Approved $844,000 budget transfer for revenue from wrecked vehicles (5-0)
• Approved $92,700 transfer for 36 biometric time-clocks (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to discuss engineering services for dam repairs and the purchase of a replacement vehicle. The board will also consider accepting a drainage easement and approving out-of-state travel.

• Professional engineering services contract with Freese and Nichols, Inc. for Kitty Hollow Lake Dam Repair Project not to exceed $399,548
• Purchase of one replacement vehicle (unit D714) from Grapevine Dodge Chrysler Jeep not to exceed $55,116
• Acceptance of a 10.963 acre drainage easement along Ditch H from NNP-Telfair LLC, Precinct 3
• Out-of-state travel for Juling Bao to attend the Environmental Systems Research Institute User Conference in San Diego, California

The Drainage District Board approved a professional engineering services agreement for the Kitty Hollow Lake Dam Repair Project. The board also authorized a vehicle purchase and accepted a drainage easement in Precinct 3.

• Approved engineering services contract with Freese and Nichols, Inc. for Kitty Hollow Lake Dam Repair Project up to $399,548 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of replacement vehicle unit D714 from Grapevine Dodge Chrysler Jeep up to $55,116 (5-0)
• Accepted 10.963 acre drainage easement along Ditch H from NNP-Telfair LLC in Precinct 3 (5-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel for Juling Bao to attend ESRI User Conference in San Diego, CA (5-0)
• Approved minutes from February 14, 2023 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 funding for professional consulting services. The board is considering a request to allocate funds to Fort Bend County for a feasibility analysis and the creation of a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ).

• Request to allocate $20,000 for Phase One of the Feasibility Analysis and Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Creation (TIRZ)

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 11 approved a funding request for professional consulting services. The funds will support Phase One of a Feasibility Analysis and Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) creation.

• Approved allocation of $20,000 for Phase One Feasibility Analysis and TIRZ Creation (5-0)
• Approved minutes from January 10, 2023 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 professional consulting services. The board is considering a request to allocate funds to Fort Bend County for a feasibility analysis and the creation of a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ).

• Request to allocate $20,000 for Phase One of the Feasibility Analysis and Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) creation

The Commissioners Court held a special meeting for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 1. They unanimously approved allocating $20,000 from the district to the county for consulting services related to a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) feasibility analysis. The meeting also approved the minutes from the previous February 7 session.

• Approved minutes from February 7, 2023 meeting (5-0)
• Approved $20,000 allocation for TIRZ feasibility analysis consulting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans for three street projects. The body is also considering various budget transfers, out-of-state travel requests, and payments for mobility bond engineering and construction.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans: Candela Heights Drive, Noontide Trail, and Park Westheimer Blvd
• Payment of $567,347.98 to Allgood Construction Company for Benton Road
• Payment of $304,622.34 to Triple B Services, LLP for Chimney Rock Road
• Payment of $280,395.89 to Zarinkelk Engineering Services, Inc. for Fulshear-Gaston
• Budget transfer of $214,530 for ES&S voting system licensing and maintenance

The Commissioners Court authorized the use of eminent domain to acquire right-of-way for Lake Olympia Parkway Segment 2. The court also approved numerous mobility bond payments, grant acceptances, and a 10-year transit fare system agreement with METRO.

• Authorized eminent domain for Lake Olympia Parkway Segment 2 (5-0)
• Approved 10-year Interlocal Agreement with METRO for Regional Transit Seamless Fare System (5-0)
• Approved $41.2M in bills and $21.3M in time-sensitive disbursements (5-0)
• Approved $374,507.68 for Centralsquare Technologies software subscription (5-0)
• Approved $313,260.17 for Sheriff's Office protection shields from Galls, LLC (5-0)
• Approved $124,407.92 for Sheriff's Office radios and batteries from Motorola Solutions (5-0)
• Approved $334,614 for Texana Center mental health support for 911 dispatch (5-0)
• Tabled ARPA budget amendments for affordable housing and teacher training

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to discuss a property tax exemption request. The board will also review minutes from the February 7, 2023 meeting.

• Request for historic site Property Tax Exemption from the Drainage Fund for Teague-Waddell House in Richmond for tax year 2023

The Drainage District Board approved a property tax exemption from the Drainage Fund for the Teague-Waddell House historic site in Richmond for the 2023 tax year. The board also approved the minutes from the February 7, 2023 meeting.

• Approved historic site Property Tax Exemption from the Drainage Fund for Teague-Waddell House for tax year 2023 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of meeting held on February 7, 2023 (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will consider numerous payments for professional engineering and construction services related to mobility bond projects. The body is also reviewing out-of-state travel requests and various infrastructure permits.

• Payment of $53,217.00 to CP&Y, Inc. for Vacek Road engineering
• Payment of $49,657.49 to KCI Technologies, Inc. for West Bellfort at SH 6
• Property tax exemption request for Teague-Waddell House in Richmond
• Permit for Comcast of Houston, LLC to install fiber optic cable along Bowser Road
• Budget transfer of $11,130 from IT Fees to Homeland Security & Emergency Mgmt

The Commissioners Court approved a $2 million allocation from Emergency Rental Assistance 2 funds for a proposed Transitional Housing Program. The court also authorized $1.5 million for new ambulances and approved several road project payments and permits.

• Allocated $2M to Transitional Housing Program from ERA2 funds (5-0)
• Approved $1.5M for purchase of ambulances (5-0)
• Authorized eminent domain for Vacek Road Project #20111 (5-0)
• Approved variance for alcohol sale distance for Nirmanz Food Boutique (5-0)
• Approved $100,000 transfer for CSCD Pretrial Bond drug testing (5-0)
• Approved $98.5M in bills (5-0)
• Approved $45,702 for a new Library cargo van (5-0)
• Approved $150,000 increase for Aramark inmate food services (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will discuss funding for flood risk consulting and creek repair projects. The board is also considering property tax exemptions for two historic sites and a board appointment.

• Transfer of $850,000 from Flood Contingency to Willow Fork Repair and Maintenance Project No. 23002x and Flat Bank Creek Erosion Project No. 19019
• Agreement with Greater Fort Bend Economic Development Council for flood risk consulting not to exceed $76,000
• Time extension for County-Wide Watershed Study Submittals with William Marsh Rice University
• Historic Site Property Tax Exemption for Darst Home at 300 South 9th Street, Richmond
• Historic Site Property Tax Exemption for Simonton School at 34935 FM 1093, Simonton

The Board approved a transfer of $850,000 from Flood Contingency to the Willow Fork and Flat Bank Creek projects. Other actions included approving a flood risk consulting contract and granting two historic site tax exemptions.

• Approved $850,000 transfer from Flood Contingency to Willow Fork Repair and Maintenance Project No. 23002x and Flat Bank Creek Erosion Project No. 19019 (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Greater Fort Bend Economic Development Council for flood risk consulting not to exceed $76,000 (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Tia Manteca-Reed to Missouri City Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Board No. 3 (5-0)
• Approved time extension for William Marsh Rice University County-Wide Watershed Study Submittals through May 31, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Historic Site Property Tax Exemption for Darst Home at 300 South 9th Street, Richmond (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Historic Site Property Tax Exemption for Simonton School at 34935 FM 1093, Simonton (5-0)
• Approved minutes from January 24, 2023 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 law enforcement services. The board is considering an interlocal agreement for services provided by Constable Mike Beard.

• Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services with Constable Mike Beard, Precinct 4, effective through September 30, 2023

The Commissioners Court approved an interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services for Assistance District No. 2. These services will be provided by the Office of Constable Mike Beard, Constable Precinct 4, through September 30, 2023.

• Approved Interlocal Agreement for law enforcement services via Constable Precinct 4 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from October 26, 2021 meeting (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 6

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 6 Board of Directors will meet to discuss an interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services. The proposed agreement is effective through September 30, 2023.

• Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services with the Office of Constable Mike Beard Precinct 4

The Commissioners Court approved an interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services for Assistance District No. 6. These services will be provided by the Office of Constable Mike Beard Precinct 4 through September 30, 2023.

• Approved Interlocal Agreement for law enforcement services via Constable Mike Beard Precinct 4 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from September 28, 2021 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will conduct public hearings regarding the FY2023 Consolidated Plan and the HOME-American Rescue Plan Allocation Plan. The body will also consider several traffic control plans and various budget transfers.

• Public hearing on FY2023 Consolidated Plan for low-and moderate-income housing needs
• Public hearing on HOME-ARP Allocation Plan for qualifying populations including homeless and veterans
• Traffic control plan acceptances for Deer Run Meadows (Sec 3), Sienna (Sec 48), Veranda (Sec 35), and Oasis at Clodine
• Budget transfer of $1,868,480 to cover deficits in various General Fund accounts
• Payment of $405,283.43 to HJ Consulting, Inc. for Precinct 3 Library Access Road

The Commissioners Court approved numerous mobility bond payments, engineering contracts, and grant applications for the Sheriff's Office and District Attorney. The court also established the CORE Specialty Court to combat sex trafficking and approved several legislative resolutions.

• Approved $1.2M engineering contract for Evergreen Side Roads (5-0)
• Established CORE Specialty Court to combat sex trafficking (5-0)
• Approved $542.3M in bills and $3.7M in ratified disbursements (5-0)
• Approved $114,300 transfer for CSCD Pre-Trial Bond program (5-0)
• Approved $265,000 agreement with TIP Strategies for Economic Development Strategic Plan (5-0)
• Approved $30,000 for two radar trailers in Precinct 4 (5-0)
• Approved multiple grant applications for the Sheriff's Office and District Attorney (5-0)
• Tabled amendments to the American Rescue Plan Act Budget

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 mobility project. The board is considering allocating additional funds for turn lanes at the intersection of Cinco Ranch Boulevard and SH 99.

• Request to allocate $310,000 for Cinco Ranch Boulevard Turn Lanes at SH 99 (Mobility Bond Project No. 17314x), bringing the total project allocation to $1,130,000

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 1 approved additional funding for a mobility bond project in Precinct 1. The total project allocation for turn lanes at SH 99 is now $1,130,000.

• Approved $310,000 in additional funds for Cinco Ranch Boulevard Turn Lanes at SH 99 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from January 10, 2023 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court will hold public hearings to accept traffic control plans for several new residential subdivisions in Precincts 1, 2, and 4. The agenda also includes consent items for approving out-of-state travel for county officials, recording budget transfers for various departments, and approving payments for road construction and engineering services.

• Public hearings on traffic control plans for River Trace Drive, Tamarron, Jordan Ranch, Sienna, Waters Lake Boulevard, Glendale Lakes, and Peek Road
• Approval of out-of-state travel for County Judge KP George and other officials to conferences in Washington D.C., Miami, and Las Vegas
• Budget transfers including $16,600 for Health & Human Services recruiting and $9,671 for Sheriff's Office Commissary
• Payments for road projects: $160,905.24 to Allgood Construction for Katy Flewellen Road and $41,621.31 to Dannenbaum Engineering for Grand Parkway Segment 2
• Public hearings set for February 7, 2023, regarding the FY2023 Consolidated Annual Plan and HOME-ARP Allocation Plan for housing needs

The Commissioners Court adopted the FY2024 Budget Policy and approved several million dollars in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) transfers for public safety and administrative costs. The court also authorized various infrastructure payments, road project agreements, and board appointments.

• Adopted FY2024 Budget Policy (5-0)
• Approved $1.5M ARPA transfer for contractor administrative funds (5-0)
• Approved $343,797 ARPA transfer for Office of Economic Opportunity & Development (5-0)
• Approved $133,854 ARPA transfer for FUSUS Project AI software (5-0)
• Authorized $12.8M Advance Funding Agreement for NB 99 Frontage Design (5-0)
• Approved $3.1M contract amendment for Sheriff's Office jail management software (5-0)
• Appointed Vanessa Reed to Toll Road Authority and Grand Parkway Toll Road Authority boards (5-0)
• Approved $287.8M in bills and $5.8M in time-sensitive disbursements (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to discuss equipment purchases and budget transfers. The board will also review an annual report on eminent domain authority and a board reappointment.

• Purchase of one Kenworth Dump Truck from Performance Truck not to exceed $199,985
• Transfer of $2,520 for Maintenance Department field employee office equipment
• Transfer of $230 for Drainage District Surveyor's office equipment
• Annual Report of Eminent Domain Authority per Senate Bill 1812
• Reappointment of Pamela Gubbels to City of Sugar Land TIRZ No. 4 Board

The Board approved the purchase of a dump truck and two budget transfers for office equipment. It also approved the Annual Report of Eminent Domain Authority and a board reappointment.

• Approved purchase of one Kenworth Dump Truck from Performance Truck for up to $199,985 (5-0)
• Approved transfer of $2,520 from Operating Supplies & Materials to Information Technology for field employee office equipment (5-0)
• Approved transfer of $230 from Operating Supplies & Materials to Information Technologies for Surveyor's office equipment (5-0)
• Approved Annual Report of Eminent Domain Authority per Senate Bill 1812 (5-0)
• Approved reappointment of Pamela Gubbels to City of Sugar Land TIRZ No. 4 Board through Dec 31, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from January 10, 2023 meeting (5-0)

NOTICE OF ATTENDANCE

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court will attend an introductory meeting with the Texas Land Commissioner. The document states that no formal action will be taken during this meeting.

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court attended an introductory meeting with the Texas Land Commissioner. The record states that no formal action was taken.

SPECIAL SESSION 2

The Commissioners Court will meet in a closed session to deliberate a personnel matter regarding the Emergency Manager/Fire Marshal. The body will then reconvene in an open session to consider taking action on the matter.

• Personnel matter regarding Emergency Manager/Fire Marshal

The Commissioners Court accepted the resignation of the Emergency Manager/Fire Marshal. The court appointed an interim replacement and authorized a search for a permanent successor.

• Accepted resignation of Mark Flathouse as Emergency Manager/Fire Marshal effective March 3, 2023 (5-0)
• Appointed Justin Jurek as Interim Fire Marshal for a term ending March 3, 2023 (5-0)
• Authorized Human Resources to initiate a search for a permanent Fire Marshal (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to discuss a tax abatement agreement. The board is considering a first amendment and assignment of the agreement from Sage Dulles, LTD to API Investments Company LLC.

• First Amendment and Assignment of Tax Abatement Agreement with Sage Dulles, LTD (to be assigned to API Investments Company LLC) in City of Sugar Land Reinvestment Zone No. 2020-01

The Drainage District Board approved a First Amendment and Assignment of a Tax Abatement Agreement for Sage Dulles, LTD, to be assigned to API Investments Company LLC. The board also approved the minutes from the December 13, 2022, meeting.

• Approved minutes of meeting held on December 13, 2022 (5-0)
• Ordered to record public notice regarding tax abatement agreement amendment into minutes (5-0)
• Approved First Amendment and Assignment of Tax Abatement Agreement between Fort Bend County Drainage District and Sage Dulles, LTD (to assign API Investments Company LLC) (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 board is considering an agreement for additional services provided by the office of Constable Precinct 1.

• Interlocal Motorcycle Deputy Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services effective through September 30, 2023

The Commissioners Court approved an interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services. These services will be provided by the office of Constable Precinct 1 through September 30, 2023.

• Approved Interlocal Motorcycle Deputy Agreement for law enforcement services (5-0)
• Approved minutes from January 3, 2023 meeting (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 10

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 10 will vote on two interlocal agreements for additional law enforcement services. These agreements authorize motorcycle deputies from Constable Precinct 1, with costs split among participating assistance districts. The contracts are effective through September 30, 2023.

• Interlocal agreement for six motorcycle deputies, cost split equally among Districts 1, 7, 9, 10, and 11
• Interlocal agreement for one motorcycle deputy, cost split equally between Districts 7 and 10
• Services provided by Office of Constable Precinct 1
• Agreements effective through September 30, 2023

The Commissioners Court approved two interlocal agreements for motorcycle deputy services provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 1. Both agreements are effective through September 30, 2023.

• Approved minutes from January 3, 2023 meeting (5-0)
• Approved Interlocal Motorcycle Deputy Agreement for one contract deputy, cost split 19% among Assistance Districts 1, 7, 9, 10, and 11 (5-0)
• Approved Interlocal Motorcycle Deputy Agreement for one contract deputy, cost split 50% between Assistance Districts 7 and 10 (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 9

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 9 Board of Directors will meet to discuss law enforcement services. The board is considering an interlocal agreement for motorcycle deputy services provided by Constable Precinct 1.

• Interlocal Motorcycle Deputy Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services with Constable Precinct 1, effective through September 30, 2023

The Commissioners Court approved an interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services. These services will be provided by the office of Constable Precinct 1 through September 30, 2023.

• Approved Interlocal Motorcycle Deputy Agreement for law enforcement services (5-0)
• Approved minutes from January 3, 2023 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing on a traffic control plan for Tamarron Section 21. The body is also deciding on various infrastructure payments, fiber optic installation permits, and interlocal agreements for law enforcement services.

• Public hearing for Tamarron Section 21 traffic control plan
• Payment of $525,507.72 to ASCO Equipment for a Gradall XL 4100
• Payment of $370,442.00 to Johnson Controls for facility improvements
• Proposed creation of one Deputy Constable position for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2, Place 2
• Proposed mileage rate of 65.5 cents effective January 11, 2023

The Commissioners Court awarded a contract to Crain Group, LLC for the construction of baseball fields at South Post Oak Sportsplex. The court also approved several interlocal agreements for law enforcement services and various infrastructure permits. A budget amendment for the American Rescue Plan Act was tabled.

• Awarded $8.885M contract to Crain Group, LLC for South Post Oak Sportsplex Baseball Fields Phase II (5-0)
• Approved $1.35M agreement with Next Level Medical, LLC for employee health and wellness services (5-0)
• Approved $200,900 agreement with Whitley Penn, LLP for professional audit services (5-0)
• Created one Deputy Constable position for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2, Place 2 (5-0)
• Authorized $9,000 settlement for Case No. 22-CCV-071480 (4-0)
• Approved $250,000 infrastructure project agreement with MUD No. 37 (5-0)
• Set mileage rate at 65.5 cents effective January 11, 2023 (5-0)
• Tabled Amendments to the American Rescue Plan Act Budget

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 board is considering an interlocal agreement for motorcycle deputy services provided by Constable Precinct 1.

• Interlocal Motorcycle Deputy Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services with Constable Precinct 1, effective through September 30, 2023

The Commissioners Court approved an interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services. These services will be provided by the office of Constable Precinct 1 through September 30, 2023.

• Approved Interlocal Motorcycle Deputy Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services (5-0)
• Approved minutes of meeting held on January 3, 2023 (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 7

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 7 Board of Directors will meet to discuss two interlocal agreements for additional law enforcement services. These agreements involve providing contract deputies through the Office of Constable Precinct 1.

• Agreement for 6 contract motorcycle deputies split between five districts (19% each), effective through September 30, 2023
• Agreement for 1 contract motorcycle deputy split between two districts (50% each), effective through September 30, 2023

The Commissioners Court approved two interlocal agreements for motorcycle deputy services provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 1. Both agreements are effective through September 30, 2023.

• Approved minutes from January 3, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement for one contract motorcycle deputy with costs split 19% among Assistance Districts 1, 7, 9, 10, and 11 (5-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement for one contract motorcycle deputy with costs split 50% between Assistance Districts 7 and 10 (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 1

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 1 Board of Directors will meet to discuss an amendment to an interlocal agreement for law enforcement services. The proposed services would be provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 1 through September 30, 2023.

• Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services with Office of Constable Precinct 1

The Commissioners Court approved an amendment to an interlocal agreement for law enforcement services. These services will be provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 1 through September 30, 2023.

• Approved Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services between Fort Bend County and Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 1 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from the December 6, 2022 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 an amendment to an interlocal agreement for law enforcement services. The proposed services would be provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 1.

• Amendment to Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services with Office of Constable Precinct 1, effective through September 30, 2023

The Commissioners Court approved an amendment to an interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services. These services will be provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 1 through September 30, 2023.

• Approved Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services with Constable Precinct 1 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from December 20, 2022 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 amendment to an interlocal agreement for law enforcement services. The proposed services would be provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 1 through September 30, 2023.

• Amendment to Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services with Office of Constable Precinct 1

The Commissioners Court approved an amendment to an interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services. These services will be provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 1 through September 30, 2023.

• Approved Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services with Office of Constable Precinct 1 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from December 20, 2022 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 an amendment to an interlocal agreement for law enforcement services. The proposed services would be provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 1 through September 30, 2023.

• Amendment to Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services with Office of Constable Precinct 1

The Commissioners Court approved an amendment to an interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services. These services will be provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 1 through September 30, 2023.

• Approved Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services (5-0)
• Approved minutes from the December 6, 2022 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 an amendment to an interlocal agreement for law enforcement services. The proposed services would be provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 1 through September 30, 2023.

• Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services with Office of Constable Precinct 1

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court approved an amendment to the Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services for Assistance District No. 9. The agreement, which involves services provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 1, was approved unanimously and is effective through September 30, 2023. The meeting also included the approval of previous minutes and a call to order.

• Approved amendment to Interlocal Agreement for law enforcement services (5-0)
• Approved minutes from December 20, 2022 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

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

• Public hearings for traffic control plans including Jordan Ranch Section 34 and Tamarron Sections 40, 42, and 54
• Budget transfer of $1,140,858 for Jail Efficiency project debt service payments
• Payment of $139,023.76 to Allgood Construction Company for Benton Road construction
• Payment of $95,604.51 to LJA Engineering, Inc. for 2020 Mobility Projects
• Permit applications for fiber optic installations by Comcast, Windstream, and AT&T

The Commissioners Court authorized a $60,093,600 grant application for regional flood mitigation and settled an eminent domain case for $3.95 million. The court also approved numerous traffic control plans, engineering payments, and the appointment of Swapan Dhairyawan to two toll road authority boards.

• Approved $60,093,600 CDBG-MIT grant application for flood mitigation (5-0)
• Authorized $3.95M settlement for eminent domain case vs. 521 Properties LLC (5-0)
• Approved traffic control plans for Jordan Ranch, Tamarron, Silver Ranch, Oberrender Rd, Aliana, and Lakeview Retreat (5-0)
• Appointed Swapan Dhairyawan to Fort Bend Toll Road and Grand Parkway Toll Road boards (5-0)
• Approved $5.35M contract amendment for MPACT Strategic Consulting (5-0)
• Approved $313,498.26 for New Fulshear Library furniture (5-0)
• Authorized competitive bid exemption for IT Building Project assessment (5-0)
• Approved $576,228,808.34 in total bills (5-0)