McLennan County public meetings in 2021
45 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regularly Scheduled Special Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will meet to consider a wide range of items, including ARPA funding requests, the county venue project, and several contract rescissions. The agenda includes consent items, budget amendments, bids, contracts, and discussion items on COVID-19, voting machines, and renewable energy. This is a regular meeting with many action items.
- Discussion and action on ARPA funding requests and funding for volunteer fire departments for lost revenues
- Authorization of first amended Program Project Agreement with Polyglass U.S.A., Inc. and payment request
- Action to rescind previously approved Industrial Business Grant Agreement with Holt Texas, LTD
- Authorization of ATM lease agreement with Extraco Banks, N.A.
- Authorization of contracts for services with Texas Brazos Trail and Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce
Regular Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting to consider and potentially act on a wide range of items, including budget adjustments for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, contracts for goods and services, interlocal agreements, and public hearings on tax abatement guidelines and traffic signs. The agenda also includes discussions on the county venue project, COVID-19 matters, and criminal justice issues. Several items are consent agenda or routine recordings.
- Authorization of American Rescue Plan Budget Adjustment
- Public hearing and action on readopting Tax Abatement Guidelines
- Authorization of annual renewal and CPI increase for CorrHealth inmate medical services
- Authorization of interlocal agreement with City of McGregor and McLennan Community College District for TIRZ Number One
- Public hearings on regulatory traffic signs on Steinke Road and Ashland Drive
Special Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting to consider and potentially act on several items, including authorizing contracts and early voting plans for the March 2022 joint primary election, approving budget amendments for FY 22, and accepting departmental reports. The court will also discuss keeping Justice of the Peace and Constable precincts unchanged for election purposes. An executive session is scheduled for legal, real estate, personnel, security, and economic development matters.
- Authorization of Joint Primary Election Services Contract and related Joint Resolution for March 1, 2022 primary and May 24, 2022 runoff
- Authorization of Early Voting Dates, Times, Locations, Election Day Vote Centers, and Notice/Order of Joint Primary Election
- FY 22 budget amendments including JP Collections, Mental Health Court, and Road & Bridge Precinct 2, plus certification of special budget for revenue from City of Waco interlocal agreement
- Authorization of publication for Bid 21-019: Inmate Personal Items
- Discussion and action on keeping Justice of the Peace and Constable precincts the same for election purposes
Regularly Scheduled Special Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will meet to consider a wide range of items, including budget adjustments for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, authorizations related to the county venue project, and a renewal of the county group health plan with UnitedHealthCare. The agenda also includes numerous routine consent items, bids, contracts, and public hearings on traffic signs. Several items are for discussion only, such as criminal justice issues and capital expenditures.
- Authorization of American Rescue Plan budget adjustment
- Health plan renewal with UnitedHealthCare Services, Inc. (Contract No. 921915)
- Venue project: architectural services invoices (Populous) and construction manager payments (John W. Erwin)
- Public hearings on traffic signs at Ashland Drive/Speegle Road and Steinke Road/Pavelka Drive
- Contracts for services with The Cove Heart of Texas and Greater Waco Sports Commission
Special Meeting of Commissioners Court
This is a special meeting of the McLennan County Commissioners Court with one substantive item: authorizing an order to canvass the November 2, 2021 Joint General Election results. The court will consider and potentially act on this item, which is the only business on the agenda besides procedural matters.
- Authorization of order approving the canvass for the November 2, 2021 Joint General Election
Regular Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will meet to consider and potentially act on a wide range of items, including the American Rescue Plan Act spending plan, budget adjustments, and an extension of the COVID-19 disaster declaration. The agenda also includes numerous contracts, agreements, and public hearings, such as a truck traffic restriction on Hobbs Road and several exemptions from competitive bidding.
- Authorization of American Rescue Plan Act Spending Plan and budget adjustment
- Approval of Order Extending State of Disaster and Public Health Emergency Declaration Due to COVID-19 through November 30, 2021
- Public hearing and action on restricting truck traffic on Hobbs Road in Precinct 1
- Exemptions from competitive bidding for security control system and camera system at juvenile and detention centers, awarded to Sydaptic, Inc.
- Authorization of agreements for legal services to indigent parents with seven law firms
Regular Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting to consider a wide range of items, including budget amendments for the current and next fiscal year, several vendor contracts, and actions related to federal coronavirus relief funds. The agenda also includes numerous consent agenda items, such as plat approvals, and discussions on topics like COVID-19, the county venue project, and capital expenditures. The meeting will also include an executive session for legal, real estate, personnel, and economic development matters.
- Discussion/action on American Rescue Plan (ARP) eligible expenses and funding guidelines
- Budget amendments for FY 21 and FY 22 across multiple county departments
- Authorization of bid 21-012 for hot mix asphalt and related materials
- Approval of final plats for 'Ed's Landing', 'Meadows East of West Addition', and 'Trlica Hall Estates Addition'
- Authorization of amendment/quote with Axon Enterprise for evidence software licenses
Special Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court and the City of Waco are holding a special joint meeting to discuss several topics, including rural transportation, the Lions Park redevelopment, a new TIF district, and the use of American Rescue Plan funds. No action will be taken by the County at this meeting; it is for discussion only.
- Discussion on creation of a new Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district for core city development
- Update on American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds received by City and County and proposed next steps
- Update on Lions Park Redevelopment Project
- Discussion and update on Rural Transportation Services
- Consider approval of July 26, 2021 Summary Notes
Regular Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing and consider subrecipient agreements to use American Rescue Plan Act funds for new structures housing the Heart of Texas Region MHMR Center and Waco Family Medicine. The court will also consider the FY22 budget and tax rate, a red flag burn ban, and numerous contracts and interlocal agreements, including with the City of Waco for litter control and centralized dispatch. Several items are routine recordings or authorizations, but the ARPA funding decisions and budget discussions are the most consequential.
- Public hearing on using ARPA funds for new MHMR and Waco Family Medicine structures
- Subrecipient agreements with Heart of Texas Region MHMR Center and Waco Family Medicine
- FY22 budget and 2021 tax rate discussion
- Red flag warning burn ban order authorization
- Interlocal agreement with City of Waco for litter control services
Regular Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting to consider and potentially act on a wide range of county business, including the FY22 budget and 2021 tax rate, American Rescue Plan funding, and numerous contracts and agreements. The agenda includes consent items, budget amendments, and several public hearings, as well as discussion items on redistricting and COVID-19.
- Discussion/action on FY22 budget and 2021 tax rate
- Authorization of Third Program Project Agreement with SpaceX
- Public hearings on speed zone (Doss Lane) and vehicular width limit (Old Railroad Road)
- Approval of final plats for Lakeland Hills Addition, Brazos River Christian Academy, and Battle Road Addition
- Authorization of contracts for fire protection services with volunteer fire departments
Special Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on American Rescue Plan (ARP) funding guidelines and requests, several grant contracts, and FY 21 budget amendments. The meeting will be conducted virtually due to COVID-19, with no physical meeting open to the public. The agenda also includes routine departmental reports and a closed session for legal, real estate, personnel, and economic development matters.
- Discussion/action on ARP Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund eligible expenses, funding requests, and subrecipient agreements
- Authorization of SAVNS grant contract No. 2219244 with the Office of the Attorney General
- Authorization of VCLG grant contract No. 2215150 with the Office of the Attorney General
- FY 21 budget amendments for Road & Bridge Precinct 4 and IT purchase from assessment fund
- Closed session for legal advice on opioid litigation, real property, personnel, and economic development negotiations
Special Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially adopt the FY 2022 budget, ratify any property tax increase, and set the 2021 tax rate. The meeting will be conducted virtually due to COVID-19, with no physical public gathering. The agenda also includes a public hearing on the proposed budget and a closed session for legal, real estate, personnel, security, and economic development matters.
- Public hearing on proposed FY 2022 budget
- Consideration and vote to adopt FY 2022 budget
- Vote to ratify property tax increase reflected in FY 2022 budget
- Vote to set/adopt 2021 tax rate
- Closed session on pending litigation, real property, personnel, security, and economic development
General
The McLennan County Rural Transit District Board will meet virtually to approve minutes, appoint a Vice-Chairman and two board members, and receive operations and financial reports. The meeting is held by phone/video due to COVID-19, with no physical public attendance.
- Approve minutes of July 1, 2021 meeting
- Appoint Vice-Chairman of the Board
- Appoint Place 7 Director
- Appoint Place 8 Director
- Review operations and financial reports, including annual audit
Regular Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will meet virtually to consider a wide-ranging agenda, including issuing certificates of obligation for the library system, extending the COVID-19 disaster declaration, and adopting new employee leave policies. The court will also discuss the FY22 budget and tax rate, and consider several contracts and grant applications.
- Order authorizing issuance of Combination Tax and Limited Pledge Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2021
- Approval of order extending COVID-19 disaster declaration through September 30, 2021
- Authorization of amendments to Employee Policy Guide adding Paid Quarantine Leave and Mental Health Leave
- Authorization of professional services agreements with BKD, LLP and Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam for ARP grant administration
- Authorization of payment applications for Speegleville Road Improvement Project (Bid 20-004) and ADA renovations to MHMR Crisis Center
Regular Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will hold a virtual meeting to discuss and potentially act on the FY22 budget and 2021 tax rate, along with allocations from the American Rescue Plan Act. The agenda includes numerous routine items such as approving minutes, financial obligations, and various contracts, as well as public hearings on a speed zone and several interlocal agreements.
- Discussion/action on FY22 budget and 2021 tax rate
- Authorization of professional services agreements for ARPA grant administration (BKD, LLP; Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam)
- Public hearing and action on speed zone for Grady Calvery Road, Precinct 3
- Authorization of interlocal agreements with City of West for road work on Marable Street and West Fairgrounds
- Approval of final plat for Battle Road Addition, Lots 1-5, Block 1, Precinct 2
Special Meeting of Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss the Fiscal Year 2022 budget and vote on the proposed 2021 tax rate. The meeting includes discussion regarding a vacancy in the Office of the Constable, Precinct 4, and the County Facility Master Plan.
- Vote on the Proposed 2021 Tax Rate
- Discussion of FY 22 Budget policies and priorities
- Acceptance of resignation for Office of the Constable, Precinct 4
- Action regarding vacancy in the Office of the Constable, Precinct 4
- Discussion of McLennan County Facility Master Plan and office relocations
City / County Intergovernmental Meeting
The McLennan County Commissioners Court and the City of Waco will hold a joint discussion-only meeting (no formal action) on July 26, 2021, via teleconference due to COVID-19. Topics include approving prior meeting notes, conveying 1715 Washington Avenue, the process for local organizations to receive American Rescue Plan funds, and rural transportation services.
- Discussion of conveyance of 1715 Washington Avenue
- Process for local organizations to receive American Rescue Plan funding from City of Waco and/or McLennan County
- Discussion of Rural Transportation Services
- Consider and approve April 5, 2021 Summary Notes
Special Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court is holding a special meeting to discuss the FY22 budget and 2021 tax rate, including budget policies, priorities, and timelines. The meeting will be conducted virtually due to COVID-19, with no physical public meeting. The agenda also includes discussion of various county policies and a closed session for legal, real estate, personnel, security, and economic development matters. The meeting may be recessed and reconvened on July 23, 2021, if needed.
- Discussion and/or action on FY22 budget and 2021 tax rate, including budget policies, priorities, and timelines
- Discussion and/or action on various county policies and procedures
- Closed session for legal advice on pending litigation, including opioid litigation and civil rights cases
- Closed session on real property matters, including right-of-way acquisitions and potential property purchases or sales
- Closed session on economic development negotiations, including financial incentives for business prospects
Special Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting to discuss and act on a wide range of items, including the FY22 budget and 2021 tax rate, COVID-19-related matters, and various contracts and agreements. The meeting will be conducted virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with no physical meeting open to the public. The agenda includes both action items and discussion-only work session topics.
- Discussion/action on FY22 budget and 2021 tax rate
- Approval of industrial business grant agreements with Mars Wrigley and Hesselbein Tire
- Authorization of interlocal agreements with City of Waco (hotel tax) and City of Lorena (road work)
- Discussion/action on COVID-19 matters, including extending disaster declaration through August 31, 2021
- Authorization of payment for right-of-way acquisition for North Crooked Creek Road project
Regular Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will meet on July 20-21, 2021, to discuss and act on a wide range of items, including the FY22 budget and 2021 tax rate, COVID-19 disaster declaration extension, and various contracts and agreements. The meeting will be held virtually due to COVID-19, with no physical public meeting.
- Discussion/action on FY22 budget and 2021 tax rate
- Approval of order extending COVID-19 disaster declaration through August 31, 2021
- Authorization of industrial business grant agreements with Mars Wrigley and Hesselbein Tire
- Authorization of interlocal agreements with City of Waco (hotel tax) and City of Lorena (road work)
- Authorization of renewal of RFP for electronic monitoring services
Special Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly act on the FY 2022 budget and the 2021 tax rate, including budget policies, priorities, and timelines. The meeting will be conducted by telephone or video conference due to COVID-19, with no physical public meeting. The agenda also includes a closed session for legal, real estate, personnel, security, and economic development matters.
- Discussion and/or action on FY 22 Budget and 2021 Tax Rate
- Closed session for legal advice on pending litigation, including opioid litigation and civil rights cases
- Closed session on real property acquisitions, including right-of-way for expansion/repair projects
- Closed session on personnel matters, including evaluation of department heads
- Closed session on economic development negotiations with business prospects
Special Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on the FY 2022 budget and 2021 tax rate, including budget policies, priorities, and updates from the County Auditor. The agenda also includes discussion and action on eligible expenses and funding guidelines for the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund, as well as the Emergency Rental Assistance Program. Numerous routine items are on the consent agenda, including approvals of minutes, financial obligations, and various recorded agreements.
- Discussion/action on FY 22 Budget / 2021 Tax Rate, including policies, priorities, and timelines
- Discussion/action on American Rescue Plan (ARP) Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund eligible expenses and funding guidelines
- Authorization of Project Development Agreement with Johnson Controls, Inc. for Energy Savings Performance Contract
- Discussion/action on Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERA2) and administration
- Authorization of Deed Without Warranty for property in Kincannon Addition, Bruceville-Eddy
Regular Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting, recessing to the next day, to discuss and act on the FY22 budget and 2021 tax rate, including budget policies and work sessions. The court will also consider allocations of American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds, various contracts, and routine consent agenda items. The meeting will be held via telephone/video conference due to COVID-19.
- FY22 budget and 2021 tax rate discussion and action
- American Rescue Plan (ARP) fund eligible expenses and funding guidelines
- Project Development Agreement with Johnson Controls, Inc. for Energy Savings Performance Contract
- Interlocal Cooperation Agreements with City of Leroy for road work and dust control
- Authorization of Deed Without Warranty for property in Bruceville-Eddy
Special Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting on July 1-2, 2021, to discuss and possibly act on the FY22 budget and 2021 tax rate, including budget policies, priorities, and timelines. The meeting will be conducted remotely due to COVID-19, with no physical public gathering. The agenda also includes executive sessions for legal, real property, personnel, security, and economic development matters.
- Discussion/action on FY22 budget and 2021 tax rate
- Executive session on pending litigation including opioid and civil rights cases
- Executive session on real property acquisitions and sales
- Executive session on personnel matters including department head evaluations
- Executive session on economic development negotiations
Special Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting on July 1, 2021, with a possible recess to July 2, to discuss and potentially act on the FY 22 budget and the 2021 tax rate, including budget policies, priorities, and timelines. The meeting will be conducted via telephone or video conference due to COVID-19, with no physical public meeting. The agenda also includes a closed session for legal, real property, personnel, security, and economic development matters.
- Discussion and/or action on FY 22 Budget and 2021 Tax Rate
- Closed session on pending litigation including opioid litigation and civil rights cases
- Closed session on real property acquisitions and sales, including right-of-way for expansion/repair projects
- Closed session on personnel matters, including evaluation of department heads
- Closed session on economic development negotiations with business prospects
Special Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will meet on June 29-30, 2021, to discuss and take action on a range of items, including the FY22 budget and tax rate, a water quality survey funding request, and several interlocal agreements. The meeting will be held virtually due to COVID-19. The agenda includes a consent agenda with departmental reports, budget amendments, and potential action on grants and contracts.
- Discussion/action on FY22 budget and 2021 tax rate, including budget policies and timelines
- Funding request for baseline water quality survey of NRCS Reservoir 19 (Tehuacana Creek Water Improvement District)
- Authorization of Project Development Agreement with Johnson Controls, Inc. for Energy Savings Performance Contract
- Authorization of interlocal agreements with City of Leroy (shredding, road work on Jane Lane, dust control) and City of Ross
- Authorization of grant application for Texas Judicial Commission on Mental Health Technology Grant
Special Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting on June 29-30, 2021, to discuss and act on various items, including the FY22 budget and 2021 tax rate, appointments, grants, and interlocal agreements. The meeting will be conducted virtually due to COVID-19, with no physical public attendance. The agenda includes consent items, budget discussions, and several action items.
- Discussion and/or action on FY22 budget and 2021 tax rate
- Appointment of Judge for County Court at Law No. 3
- Authorization of Project Development Agreement with Johnson Controls, Inc. (Energy Savings Performance Contract)
- Authorization of interlocal agreements with City of Leroy and City of Ross for road work and dust control
- Authorization of grant application for Texas Judicial Commission on Mental Health Technology Grant
Special Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on the appointment of a judge for County Court at Law No. 3, including reviewing applications and accepting bond/oath documents. The meeting will be conducted remotely via phone or video conference due to COVID-19, with no physical public meeting. The agenda also includes closed sessions for legal advice, real property, personnel, security, and economic development matters.
- Discussion and/or action on appointment of County Court at Law No. 3 judge
- Closed session on pending litigation including opioid litigation and civil rights cases
- Closed session on right-of-way acquisitions for expansion/repair projects
- Closed session on real estate purchase/sale/transfer and potential county properties
- Closed session on economic development negotiations and financial incentives
Special Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly act on appointing a judge for County Court at Law No. 3, including reviewing applications and accepting bond/oath documents. The meeting will be held remotely via phone or video conference due to COVID-19, with no physical public meeting. Closed sessions are scheduled for legal advice, real property, personnel, security, and economic development matters.
- Appointment of judge for County Court at Law No. 3
- Closed session on opioid litigation and other legal claims
- Closed session on right-of-way acquisitions for expansion/repair projects
- Closed session on real estate purchase/sale/transfer
- Closed session on economic development negotiations with business prospects
Regular Meeting of Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will address various administrative, financial, and project-related items. Key topics include budget discussions for the upcoming fiscal year, capital improvement projects, and grant administration.
- Approval of Evenin Star Estates Addition final plat in Precinct 4
- Authorization of ADA renovation payments for Extraco Events Center and MHMR Crisis Center
- Discussion of FY 22 Budget and 2021 Tax Rate
- Public hearing regarding truck traffic restrictions on N. Rock Creek Loop, Precinct 4
- Review of various grant programs including FEMA assistance and Emergency Rental Assistance
Regular Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will hold a virtual meeting to discuss and act on a wide range of items, including the FY22 budget and 2021 tax rate, various contracts and agreements, and several proclamations. The agenda includes consent items, budget amendments, and multiple contract authorizations, as well as discussions on COVID-19, capital projects, and other county matters.
- Discussion and/or action on FY22 budget and 2021 tax rate
- Authorization of service agreement with Waste Management for county jail waste services
- Authorization of agreement with BGE, Inc. for engineering services on Panther Branch Road low water crossing
- Authorization of first amended program project agreements with Laminate Technologies and Jessup Manufactured Housing
- Discussion and/or action on COVID-19 related matters including staffing and emergency appropriations
Regular Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will hold a virtual meeting to discuss and act on a wide range of items, including FY22 budget and tax rate discussions, COVID-19 disaster declaration extension, and multiple contracts and interlocal agreements. The agenda includes numerous consent agenda items, budget amendments, and professional services agreements, as well as updates on the county venue project and capital improvements.
- Discussion/action on FY22 budget and 2021 tax rate
- Authorization of interlocal agreements for road work with Bruceville-Eddy, Robinson, and Golinda
- Authorization of professional services agreement with HUB International for employee benefits consulting
- Approval of order extending COVID-19 disaster declaration through June 30, 2021
- Authorization of SAMCO Capital Markets presentation on Certificates of Obligation, Series 2021
Regular Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will hold a virtual meeting to discuss and act on a wide range of items, including FY22 budget and tax rate discussions, COVID-19 related matters, and multiple contracts and interlocal agreements. The agenda includes numerous consent agenda items, budget amendments, and authorizations for bids and professional services. Several items are for discussion only, such as capital expenditures and county property updates.
- Authorization of RFP 21-007: Mold Remediation in Bill Logue Juvenile Center
- Authorization of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Anderson County (re: Housing and Care of Inmates)
- Authorization of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Freestone County (re: Housing and Care of Inmates)
- Authorization of Agreement with Lockwood, Andrews, & Newnam, Inc. (re: County Line South Road at Tehuacana Creek Improvement Project)
- Authorization of Grant Application Submission for FY 2021 Bulletproof Vest Partnership (BVP) Program
Regular Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will hold a virtual meeting to discuss and act on a wide range of items, including FY22 budget and tax rate discussions, COVID-19 disaster declaration extension, and various contracts and payments. The meeting will be conducted remotely due to COVID-19, with no physical public attendance.
- Discussion and/or action on FY22 budget and 2021 tax rate
- Approval of order extending COVID-19 disaster declaration through May 31, 2021
- Authorization of payment request #1 for Envases Commerce, LLC and IZ Texas, LLC program project agreement
- Authorization of interlocal agreement with City of Mart for waterline and street work equipment
- Approval of final plats for Honeycutt Addition (Precinct 2) and Cagayano Addition (Precinct 3)
Regular Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will hold a virtual regular meeting on April 6, 2021, to decide on a wide range of administrative, financial, and operational matters. Key actions include approving budget amendments, awarding bids and contracts, and discussing COVID-19 response and recovery. The agenda also includes several proclamations and a public hearing on health care provider payments.
- Budget amendments for 54th District Court, County Wide, Pretrial Services, Road & Bridge Precinct 3, HOT Fair, and County Sheriff
- Authorization of RFQ 21-009 for Engineering for Texas Community Block Grant Project
- Authorization of Bid 21-003 for ADA Renovations to MHMR Crisis Center
- Public hearing on FY 2021 Provider Participation Payments and setting mandatory payment rate
- Discussion on State and Local Coronavirus Fiscal Recovery Funds
Special Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court is holding a special virtual meeting to consider a resolution opposing state legislation, authorize grant agreements, approve contracts, and discuss various departmental reports. The meeting will be conducted by phone or video conference due to COVID-19, with no physical public meeting.
- Resolution opposing SB 234 / HB 749 efforts to silence county officials
- Authorization of grant terms and conditions with Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) for FEMA DR-4586
- Authorization of engagement letter with Pattillo, Brown, & Hill LLP for FY 2020 audit
- Authorization of change order No. 4 for Motorola Solutions radio tower project
- Authorization of payment for storm damage invoices for Heart O'Texas Fair / Extraco Events Center
Regular Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will hold a virtual meeting on March 16, 2021, to consider a wide range of items, including extending the local COVID-19 disaster declaration, discussing FEMA grant assistance, and authorizing payments for the county venue project. The agenda also includes routine consent items, budget amendments, and several contracts and interlocal agreements.
- Extension of COVID-19 disaster declaration through April 30, 2021
- Discussion and action on FEMA (DR-4586) grants and assistance
- Authorization of payment for venue project (Architectural Services Invoice No. 0071240, Construction Manager Payment No. 25)
- Interlocal agreement with City of Waco for COVID-19 vaccination scheduling software cost sharing
- Approval of United Healthcare Life Insurance Proposal Revision
Commissioner’s Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will hold a virtual meeting on March 9, 2021, to consider two orders related to face coverings: one for general COVID-19 mitigation and one specifically for county employees. The meeting is conducted remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with public access and participation available online.
- Consideration and possible approval of an order regarding face coverings/masks for COVID-19 mitigation
- Consideration and possible approval of an order on face coverings for county employees
Regular Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will meet virtually on March 2, 2021, to act on a wide-ranging agenda. Key items include COVID-19 response measures, the McLennan County Venue Project, FEMA disaster assistance, and various contracts and budget amendments. The meeting will be held by phone/video due to the pandemic.
- COVID-19: discussion and action on staffing, emergency appropriations, precautions, and related matters
- Venue Project: authorizations for architectural and construction manager payments, monument signage, and coliseum paving
- FEMA (DR-4586): applications, mutual aid to City of Waco, and program administration
- Contracts: Interlocal with Crawford ISD (parking lot blading), Janitorial with Texas Urban Enterprises, US Marshals order
- Budget: FY21 amendments, vaccine management software funding, and various invoices
Special Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court is holding an emergency meeting, conducted by phone or video due to COVID-19, to consider extending the county judge's local disaster declaration tied to prolonged freezing temperatures, heavy snow, and freezing rain. The only action item is discussion and/or action on extending that order. The meeting is held remotely per Governor Abbott's suspension of open meetings requirements.
- Extension of local disaster declaration for freezing temperatures, snow, and freezing rain
- Emergency meeting held remotely due to COVID-19, per Governor Abbott's Executive Order GA-08
- Public access and comment via online link provided by the county
Regular Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will hold a virtual meeting to discuss and act on a wide range of items, including adopting an emergency rental assistance program, authorizing an industrial grant for Amazon, and advancing the county venue project. The agenda also includes routine consent items, budget amendments, and several contracts for services. Due to COVID-19, the meeting will be conducted by phone or video conference.
- Emergency Rental Assistance Program adoption and interlocal agreement with City of Waco
- Industrial Business Grant Agreement with Amazon.com Services LLC
- Venue project: architectural invoices, construction manager payments, monument signage discussion
- Budget amendments for Justice of the Peace Precinct 2, Tax Office, Jury Service, County Sheriff
- Order extending COVID-19 disaster declaration through March 31, 2021
Special Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting on February 12, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. via phone or video conference due to COVID-19. The open agenda includes a presentation on economic development projects and public comments. The court will also enter closed sessions to discuss legal matters, real property, personnel, security, and economic development negotiations.
- Presentation regarding Economic Development Projects
- Closed session on legal advice including opioid litigation and civil rights cases
- Closed session on real property acquisitions and sales
- Closed session on personnel matters, including interim director for Health Services
- Closed session on economic development negotiations and incentives
Regular Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will hold a virtual meeting to consider a wide range of items, including the McLennan County Venue Project, COVID-19 response, and various contracts and grants. The agenda includes both action items and discussion-only work session topics.
- Venue Project: Authorize payments to Populous and John W. Erwin, and consider Guaranteed Maximum Price for FF&E Part 2
- COVID-19: Discussion and action on staffing, appropriations, and precautions
- Grants: Accept Emergency Rental Assistance award, apply for SCAAP and Homeland Security grants
- Contracts: Interlocal agreements with City of Waco, WISD, Coryell County, and others
- Subdivision: Approve final plat of Steve Cutbirth Addition, Lots 1-8, Block 1
General
The McLennan County Public Facility Corporation Board will hold its annual meeting to appoint officers and set the 2022 meeting date. The board may also enter executive session to discuss a proposed privately operated detention center. No county business will be acted on, and the meeting will be held virtually due to COVID-19.
- Adopt annual appointment/re-appointment of officers and directors resolution
- Establish annual meeting date for 2022
- Executive session to discuss financing, operation, and construction of proposed privately operated detention center
- Meeting held via video/teleconference per Governor Abbott's executive order
Regular Meeting of Commissioners Court
The McLennan County Commissioners Court will meet virtually on Jan. 5, 2021, to act on a wide-ranging agenda. Key items include COVID-19 response measures, budget amendments, contract authorizations, and payments for the county venue project. The meeting will be held by phone/video due to the pandemic, with no physical public meeting.
- COVID-19 response: staffing, emergency appropriations, restrictions, and technology procurements
- Budget amendments: JP Collections, Fund 419, and special budget for road damage reimbursement from Mortenson Construction
- Venue project: payment applications for architectural services (Populous) and construction manager (John W. Erwin)
- Contracts: Network Sciences (CHASSIS), NextLink Internet (Precinct 2), Lockwood Andrews & Newnam (drainage study)
- Fee schedules: felony cases and misdemeanor court appointed attorney fees