Wise County public meetings in 2021

Commissioners' Court

The Wise County Commissioners Court is meeting to discuss and possibly take action on several items, including an order to adjust the proposed election precincts reconfiguration plan, casting the county's votes for the Wise County Appraisal District Board of Directors, and re-appointment recommendations to the Wise County Emergency Services District #1 Board of Directors. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving minutes, budget amendments, claims, and interlocal agreements, as well as discussions on a hazard mitigation plan and burn ban conditions.

• Consider and act on casting Wise County's votes for the Wise County Appraisal District Board of Directors
• Discuss and possibly take action on adoption of an order to adjust proposed election precincts reconfiguration plan
• Consider and act on board member re-appointment recommendations to the Wise County Emergency Services District #1 Board of Directors
• Discuss and consider construction, initiation and/or approval of bids for items and services
• Discuss Hazard Mitigation Plan

The Wise County Commissioners' Court unanimously approved the Emergency Operations Center project proposal, funded with $270,000 in American Rescue Plan funds, and authorized staff to complete the project. The court also approved multiple subdivision plats, a dispute resolution system, appraisal district votes, election precinct changes, and ESD board reappointments.

• Approved Emergency Operations Center project ($269,851.22) using ARP funds (unanimous)
• Approved 10 subdivision plats, including variances (unanimous)
• Allowed Wise County judges to establish a dispute resolution system (unanimous)
• Cast appraisal district votes: 577 for Bill Lewis, 438 for Noel Ruddick (unanimous)
• Adopted election precinct configuration plan (unanimous)
• Reappointed Ken Murray and Tommy Spencer to ESD No. 1 board (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including budget amendment FY22-03 (unanimous)
• Approved cedar tree clearing on CR 2675 property (unanimous)

Commissioners' Court

The Court will canvass ballots from the November 2, 2021 Constitutional Amendment Election. Members will also discuss the appointment of a County Adult Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) and review plat submittals.

• Canvassing ballots from the November 2, 2021 Constitutional Amendment Election
• Discussion regarding the creation or appointment of a County Adult Sexual Assault Response Team (SART)
• Consideration of Western Surety Company Official Bond and Oath for Auditor Ann McCuiston
• Review of plat submittals
• Discussion of Burn Ban renewal, amendment, or rescission based on weather conditions

The Wise County Commissioners' Court approved the purchase of a rescue truck for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) via Buyboard for up to $275,000, using EMS capital expenditure funds. The court also approved multiple plats, appointed members to the new Sexual Assault Response Team (SART), and canvassed the November 2, 2021 Constitutional Amendment Election results. All decisions were made unanimously.

• Approved purchase of EMS rescue truck up to $275,000 (unanimous)
• Approved four plats and two construction/final acceptances, with variances (unanimous)
• Appointed members to the Wise County Adult Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) per SB 476 (unanimous)
• Adopted order canvassing November 2, 2021 Constitutional Amendment Election (unanimous)
• Approved $18,659.94 additional cost to Kofile for County Clerk record archiving (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of 2009 Dodge Ram dump truck from Public Works to 9-1-1 Addressing (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including contracts, interlocal agreements, and reports (unanimous)
• Approved two right-of-way improvement requests (unanimous)

Commissioners' Court

The Commissioners' Court held a special called workshop to receive public input regarding the proposed Wise County precinct redistricting map. The court also considered taking action on the proposal, which could include adoption.

• Public input session on proposed precinct redistricting map
• Possible adoption of the proposed precinct redistricting map

The Commissioners' Court held a special redistricting workshop and unanimously adopted an order approving the redistricting of the commissioner/justice of the peace precinct map, as presented, with an effective date of January 1, 2022. No public comments were made on the map. The court also noted next steps to finalize and publish the map and work on polling precinct changes.

• Adopted order approving redistricting of commissioner/justice of the peace precinct map (unanimous)
• Set effective date of new precinct map to Jan. 1, 2022

Commissioners' Court

The Wise County Commissioners Court will convene to discuss and act on several items, including a resolution to join the Texas Opioid Abatement Fund Council, a resolution supporting a Meals on Wheels grant, and a resolution for the 2022 Indigent Defense Grant Program. The court will also consider a request from the City of Boyd to annex a portion of Cemetery Road, as well as routine matters such as minutes, budget amendments, and claims.

• Resolution to join Texas Opioid Abatement Fund Council and Settlement Allocation Term Sheet
• Resolution supporting Wise County Committee on Aging 'Texans Feeding Texans' grant for Meals on Wheels
• 2022 Wise County Resolution for Indigent Defense Grant Program
• City of Boyd request to annex portion of Cemetery Road adjacent to Springhill Addition
• Wise County Appraisal District Board nominations

The Wise County Commissioners' Court approved several plats, resolutions, and routine items, including a 90-day burn ban renewal, a resolution supporting the Meals on Wheels grant application, and joining the Texas Opioid Abatement Fund Council. The court also approved construction plans for two subdivisions, allowed the City of Boyd to annex a portion of Cemetery Road, and accepted donations. All votes were unanimous except for two construction plan approvals where Commissioner Lambert abstained.

• Approved preliminary plat for Swan Lake Addition, Lots 1-10, Block 1 (unanimous)
• Approved construction plans for Lucky Ridge Phase 3, 24 lots (3-0, Lambert abstained)
• Approved construction plans for Friendship Ranch Phase 3, Lots 26-40 (3-0, Lambert abstained)
• Adopted resolution supporting Wise County Committee on Aging 'Texans Feeding Texans' grant for Meals on Wheels (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution to join Texas Opioid Abatement Fund Council and Settlement Allocation Term Sheet (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Indigent Defense Grant Program resolution (unanimous)
• Renewed 90-day burn ban based on National Weather Service red-flag warnings (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including budget amendments, contracts, and claims (unanimous)

Commissioners' Court

The Wise County Commissioners' Court is holding a special called meeting to workshop redistricting. Legal counsel will present a draft plan redrawing the county commissioner precincts based on 2020 Census data, followed by discussion to develop a plan for future adoption. No final decision is scheduled at this workshop.

• Presentation of draft illustrative redistricting plan for commissioner precincts
• Discussion of draft plan and potential amendments
• Based on 2020 Census data

The Wise County Commissioners' Court held a redistricting workshop to review a draft illustrative plan for redrawing commissioner precinct lines based on 2020 Census data. The court discussed and made adjustments to the map, including moving a precinct line near the County Courts Building and shifting the Lake Bridgeport line from the west to east shoreline. No formal adoption occurred; the court plans to present the map for public input and potentially adopt it at the October 27, 2021 meeting.

• Moved precinct line near County Courts Building back to Precinct No. 1 (zero voters affected)
• Moved Precinct No. 2 line at Lake Bridgeport from west to east shoreline (no voters impacted)
• Discussed but did not change precinct lines in Cottondale area
• Scheduled next workshop and public hearing for October 27, 2021

Commissioners' Court

The Wise County Commissioners Court will convene to discuss and act on a range of county business, including a proposed amendment to the Employee Handbook for Military Leave policy, potential approval of bids and purchases, and joint venture road agreements between precincts and local entities. The court will also hear reports on the Hazard Mitigation Plan and burn ban conditions, and consider a letter of support for Commissioner Kevin Burns to represent the county on the Texas Conference of Urban Counties. Several items are routine, such as minutes, budget amendments, and claims.

• Consider amendment to Employee Handbook for Military Leave policy
• Consider letter of support for Commissioner Kevin Burns for Texas Conference of Urban Counties
• Discuss and consider bids, purchases, and contract awards
• Consider approval of Roadway/Construction joint venture agreements under Texas Government Code 791
• Discuss Hazard Mitigation Plan and burn ban conditions

The court approved three plats (Tres Vista Phase 2, Trinity Meadows, Prairie Vista Estates) contingent on Kimley-Horn verifying Tres Vista construction plans. It also co-awarded a rock/base material bid, approved a military leave policy amendment, and granted right-of-way improvements. No burn ban was enacted.

• Approved plats for Tres Vista Phase 2, Trinity Meadows, Prairie Vista Estates, contingent on Kimley-Horn review (unanimous)
• Co-awarded Bid No. 22-BID-017 for rock/base materials to Martin Marietta, Hanson, Green Dream, Burnco (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Commissioner Burns to represent county on Texas Conference of Urban Counties (unanimous)
• Amended Employee Handbook for Military Leave Policy (unanimous)
• Approved destruction of Sheriff's Office/EMS uniforms and non-working Taser (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of side-by-side and two four-wheelers for $35,000 from Seizure/Forfeiture funds (unanimous)
• Granted right-of-way improvements for Goodman and Caraway properties and CR 1110 culvert replacement (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, reports, budget amendment FY21-18, and contract renewals (unanimous)

Commissioners' Court

The Wise County Commissioners' Court will consider and possibly act on public works items, including rules for mailbox placement and whether to allow private roads on new developments due to maintenance and enforcement issues. They will also discuss revising the preliminary and final plat approval process to clarify steps, including drainage plans, construction plans, preconstruction meetings, and final walkthroughs, with an option to file final plat and construction plans together if a performance bond or letter of credit is provided.

• Consider allowing or prohibiting private roads on new developments during platting due to maintenance failures and code enforcement issues
• Discuss mailbox design, placement, and development on existing and proposed roads, plus enforcement of violations
• Revise plat process: preliminary plat with drainage plans, final plat with construction plans, court approvals, preconstruction meeting, final walkthrough, and 2-year maintenance period
• Allow final plat and construction plans to be filed together if developer submits performance bond or irrevocable letter of credit per Article 5.01.F

The Wise County Development Rules and Regulations Committee met and discussed, but did not vote on, issues related to non-TxDOT-approved mailboxes, private roads, and plat approval procedures. No formal decisions were made; the committee only discussed potential administrative clarifications and agreed to update a 911 addressing letter to include a mailbox disclaimer. The meeting adjourned with no substantive actions taken.

• No rule changes to Development Rules and Regulations (discussed only)
• Agreed to update 911 addressing notification letter to include mailbox requirement disclaimer (discussed)
• Beck to coordinate with Aaberg on drafting letter language (discussed)

Commissioners' Court

The Court will review the need for commissioner precinct redistricting based on 2020 census data. The agenda also includes discussions regarding plat submittals, official bonds, and current weather conditions for burn ban considerations.

• Initial assessment of redistricting requirements following 2020 census data
• Official Bond and Oath (No. 72090474) for Public Works Director Joey Highfill
• Review of weather, ground, and vegetation conditions for burn ban updates
• Discussion of plat submittals
• Consideration of roadway and construction joint venture project agreements

The court unanimously approved the purchase of seven Ford Explorers for $249,436.25 and one new ambulance for $313,586.00 via cooperative purchases. It also accepted donations including a $10,000 park improvement gift, adopted redistricting guidelines, and approved multiple plats while tabling one.

• Approved purchase of 7 Ford Explorers for $249,436.25 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 1 ambulance for $313,586.00 (unanimous)
• Accepted donations: C2 rowing machine, $10,000 park donation, 1,000 advertising cards (unanimous)
• Adopted redistricting guidelines and criteria orders (unanimous)
• Approved plats for Willow Way, Kayasack, Juniper Estates, CA Jackson Ranch, Indian Springs Ranch (unanimous)
• Tabled Tres Vistas Phase 2 final plat (unanimous)
• Rescinded prior bid authorizations for trailer purchase and debris management (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including budget amendment FY21-17 and multiple contract renewals (unanimous)

Commissioners' Court

The Wise County Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing to discuss and receive comments on the proposed branch campus maintenance tax rate for fiscal year 2022 (October 1, 2021 – September 30, 2022). Action on the rate will be taken during the regular meeting immediately following the hearing.

• Public hearing on proposed branch campus maintenance tax rate for FY 2022
• Action to be taken on the tax rate at the regular meeting at 9:00 A.M.
• Hearing location: County Courthouse, 3rd Floor Jury Room, North Trinity St., Decatur, Texas

The Wise County Commissioners' Court convened a public hearing on September 13, 2021, to receive comments on the proposed tax rate of $0.04 per $100 valuation for the Weatherford College Wise County Branch Campus Maintenance Tax. No members of the public appeared to address the topic. The court did not deliberate or take action during the hearing, as the topic was scheduled for the 9:00 AM meeting that followed.

• Opened the public hearing at 8:45 AM for comment on the proposed Weatherford College Branch Campus Maintenance Tax rate of $0.04 per $100 valuation.
• Closed the public hearing at 8:54 AM with no public comments offered.
• Took no action on the proposed tax rate during the hearing, deferring the topic to the subsequent 9:00 AM meeting.

Commissioners' Court

The Wise County Commissioners Court is holding a public hearing to discuss and receive comments on the proposed tax rate for Fiscal Year 2022 (October 1, 2021 – September 30, 2022). The hearing will take place on September 13, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. in the County Courthouse, 3rd Floor Jury Room, North Trinity St., Decatur, Texas. Action on the tax rate will be taken at the regular meeting later that day at 9:00 a.m.

• Public hearing on proposed FY2022 tax rate
• Action on tax rate at regular meeting September 13, 2021, 9:00 a.m.
• 3-minute speaking limit for public comments
• Location: County Courthouse, 3rd Floor Jury Room, North Trinity St., Decatur, TX

The Commissioners' Court held a public hearing for comments on the FY2022 proposed tax rate of $0.34 per $100 valuation. No action was taken during the hearing, as the court stated it would not deliberate or act until the 9:00 AM meeting. One resident, Lee Worley of Precinct 3, spoke against the rate, citing reserve funds and federal relief money. County Judge Clark noted the county is under the state tax rate cap and that American Rescue Plan funds cannot offset the general fund.

• Held public hearing on FY2022 proposed tax rate of $0.34 per $100 valuation
• No action taken during hearing; topic deferred to 9:00 AM meeting
• Received public comment from Precinct 3 resident Lee Worley opposing the rate
• County Judge Clark stated county is under state tax rate cap at 2.88% for FY2022

Commissioners' Court

The Wise County Commissioners Court will consider adopting the FY2022 budget and setting the county tax rate, along with the Weatherford College Wise County branch campus maintenance tax. The court will also set sheriff and constable fees for 2022, discuss the proposed budget, and handle various administrative items such as plat approvals and a tax bid sale.

• Adoption of FY2022 budget and tax rate (roll call vote)
• Levy of Weatherford College Wise County branch campus maintenance tax for 2021-2022
• Set 2022 sheriff and constable fees effective January 1, 2022
• Tax bid sale of property in Lawdwin Addition to City of Bridgeport
• Adoption of FY2022 Archive Fund fees up to $10 per filing for County and District Clerk

The Wise County Commissioners' Court approved the purchase of seven Ford Explorers for $249,436.25 and one new ambulance for $313,586.00 via cooperative purchases. The court also accepted donations including a rowing machine, $10,000 for park playground improvements, and advertising cards. Redistricting guidelines and criteria were adopted, and several plats were approved with variances, while one plat was tabled.

• Approved purchase of 7 Ford Explorers for $249,436.25 via TIPS cooperative (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 1 ambulance for $313,586.00 via cooperative (unanimous)
• Adopted redistricting guidelines and criteria orders (unanimous)
• Accepted donations: rowing machine, $10,000 from Burnco, 1,000 park advertising cards (unanimous)
• Approved plats for Willow Way, Kayasack, Juniper Estates, CA Jackson Ranch, Indian Springs Ranch with variances (unanimous)
• Tabled Tres Vistas Phase 2 final plat (unanimous)
• Rescinded prior bid authorizations for trailer purchase and debris management (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including budget amendments, contracts, and reports (unanimous)

Commissioners' Court

The Wise County Commissioners Court is holding a public hearing to receive comments on a proposed plan for the District Clerk Records Archive Fund, which includes a fee of not more than $10 for restoration and preservation of records. No action will be taken at this hearing; adoption of the fee and plan will be considered at a subsequent meeting later the same day, prior to the FY 2022 budget adoption.

• Public hearing on proposed District Clerk Records Archive Fund plan
• Proposed District Clerk Record Archive Fee of not more than $10.00
• Action on fee and plan scheduled for 9:00 A.M. same day
• Fee consideration tied to Fiscal Year 2022 budget process

The Wise County Commissioners' Court held a public hearing to discuss and receive comments on a proposed plan for the District Clerk Records Archive Fund, as required by state law. No members of the public appeared to comment. The plan, with a fee not to exceed $10.00, will be presented for formal adoption at the September 13, 2021 regular meeting.

• Opened and closed the public hearing on the District Clerk Records Archive Fund plan with no public comments received
• Scheduled the plan for adoption at the September 13, 2021 regular meeting
• Stated the fee for the plan is not to exceed $10.00

Commissioners' Court

The Wise County Commissioners Court is holding a public hearing to discuss a proposed plan for the County Clerk Archive Fund, which includes a fee of up to $10 for records restoration and preservation. No action will be taken at this hearing; adoption will be considered at a subsequent meeting on September 13, 2021.

• Public hearing on proposed County Clerk Archive Fund plan
• Proposed archive fee of not more than $10.00
• Action to be considered on September 13, 2021

The Commissioners' Court held a public hearing to discuss a proposed plan for the County Clerk Records Archive Fund, as required by state law. No public comments were made. The plan will be presented for formal adoption at the September 13, 2021 regular meeting.

• Held public hearing on County Clerk Records Archive Fund plan (no vote)
• Scheduled plan adoption for September 13, 2021 regular meeting

Commissioners' Court

The Commissioners' Court will consider several items related to the November 2, 2021, Constitutional Amendment and Joint Election. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the FY22 budget and a request to reroute truck traffic from Decatur's historic downtown.

• Setting dates, times, and locations for the November 2, 2021, early voting period
• Approving the Wise County Fairgrounds (Women’s Building) as a main early voting polling place
• Authorizing an Election Services contract for the November 2, 2021, election
• Discussion of the proposed FY22 budget and elected officials' salaries
• Reviewing a request to reroute truck traffic from the Decatur Historic Downtown area

The court unanimously approved election orders, early voting dates/locations, and polling places for the November 2, 2021 Constitutional Amendment and Joint Election, and authorized the Elections Administrator to enter into joint election agreements. It also approved preliminary and final plats for Tucker 2, Lots 1-4, Block 3, and authorized advertising for EMS billing collection bids. The court approved the FY2022 elected officials salary list for publication and all consent agenda items, including budget amendments and contracts.

• Approved preliminary and final plats for Tucker 2, Lots 1-4, Block 3 (unanimous)
• Approved order for special election on constitutional amendments (unanimous)
• Approved early voting dates/times/locations for Nov. 2, 2021 election (unanimous)
• Approved consolidated polling locations for Nov. 2, 2021 election (unanimous)
• Authorized Elections Administrator to enter joint election agreements (unanimous)
• Appointed Elections Administrator as Joint Early Voting Clerk and Joint Elections Officer (unanimous)
• Approved Wise County Fairgrounds (Women's Building) as main early voting site (unanimous)
• Approved FY2022 elected officials salary list for publication (unanimous)

Commissioners' Court

The Wise County Commissioners Court convenes for a regular meeting covering routine administrative items (minutes, claims, budget amendments) plus a tax bid sale of a 1-acre parcel, discussion of precinct coordination, plat submittals, and a burn ban status update. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items listed for discussion and possible action without specific details provided in the agenda text.

• Tax bid sale: 1.00 acre, part of the John Jordan Survey, Abstract 457, described in deed Volume 346, Page 404, Wise County, Texas
• Discussion for coordination and cooperation between precincts (no action)
• Discuss plat submittals and take necessary action
• Consider approval of roadway/construction joint venture agreements under Texas Government Code 791
• Discuss burn ban renewal, amendment, or rescission based on weather/ground/vegetation conditions

The Commissioners' Court unanimously proposed a FY2022 tax rate of $0.34 per $100 valuation, down from the current $0.35, with a shift of a quarter-cent from the general fund to road and bridge. The court also proposed a $0.040 tax rate for the Weatherford College Branch Maintenance tax. The proposed budget includes increased public safety staffing and pay, a fifth ambulance for New Fairview, and a 3% cost-of-living/merit pay increase for most employees. Final adoption is set for September 13, 2021.

• Proposed FY2022 tax rate of $0.34/$100 valuation (5-0)
• Proposed Weatherford College Branch Maintenance tax rate of $0.040/$100 (5-0)
• Approved multiple plats including Crooked Oak Estates and Beau Town (5-0)
• Awarded tax sale bid for Boyd ISD vs. Tedrow to Jason Kirschbaum for $1,065 (5-0)
• Approved FY2022 holiday schedule and meeting dates (5-0)
• Rejected all bids for asphalt materials, re-advertising (5-0)
• Awarded bridge building bid to Horton Bridge and Piling (5-0)
• Awarded bulk fuel bid to O'Rourke Petroleum (5-0)

Commissioners' Court

The Wise County Commissioners Court is meeting for a regular session covering routine county business, including possible approval of interlocal road project agreements, a hazard mitigation plan update, and a burn ban status review. The agenda also includes standard items like minutes, budget amendments, and claims, with no major rezonings or large contracts listed.

• Consider approval of Roadway/Construction joint venture Project Agreements between Wise County precincts and local governmental entities (Texas Gov't Code 791)
• Discuss Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Discuss weather/ground/vegetation conditions for Burn Ban renewal or rescission, with Fire Marshal/EMC reports
• Consider accepting donations of personal property and/or various revenues
• Discuss plat submittals and take necessary action

The Wise County Commissioners' Court approved several plats, accepted a donation, rejected a bid for diesel trucks, awarded a bid for six 2022 Chevrolet Tahoes, authorized a sheepsfoot roller purchase, extended an inmate meal contract, and renewed the 90-day burn ban. All decisions were unanimous unless noted.

• Approved multiple plats including Townhill Addition, Gokey Estates, Greenbriar Woods, Trinity Meadows, Saddleback Estates, and Las Brisas Phase 2 (unanimous)
• Accepted $279.25 donation from AMI Homes to Sheriff's Office (unanimous)
• Rejected all bids for 3/4 ton diesel trucks due to long delivery time (unanimous)
• Awarded bid for six 2022 Chevrolet Tahoes to Caldwell Country Chevrolet at $35,275 each (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of sheepsfoot roller from Kirby Smith via BuyBoard for $133,242 less trade-in (unanimous)
• Extended inmate meal contract with Five Star Correctional, price increased from $1.637 to $1.699 per meal (unanimous)
• Approved regulatory signs at CR 3341 and Sunflower pending attorney review (unanimous)
• Renewed 90-day burn ban based on red-flag warnings (unanimous)

Commissioners' Court

The Wise County Commissioners Court is meeting for a regular session covering routine administrative items, precinct coordination, and several policy matters. Key items include a required discussion on establishing an Emergency Responder Paid Quarantine Policy under HB2073, potential approval of joint road project agreements with local entities, and a burn ban status update. The agenda also includes standard approvals for minutes, budget amendments, and claims.

• Discussion of HB2073 requirement to establish Emergency Responder Paid Quarantine Policy
• Consideration of Roadway/Construction joint venture Project Agreements between precincts and local entities
• Discussion and possible action on plat submittals
• Consideration of budget amendments, claims, and payroll
• Burn ban status update and renewal consideration based on weather and vegetation conditions

The court approved several plats, including final plats for Single Tree Phase III, Hayes Estates, Pinckard Estates, Estate of Bison Creek Phase 2, Silver Lake Ranch, Las Brisas Phase 2, Trinity Meadows, Lola Creek Ranch Phase J, and Forest Hill Addition, with some variances and conditions. It also added a paid quarantine policy for peace officers, detention officers, and EMTs to the employee handbook. No action was taken on a sheepsfoot roller purchase, pending cost-sharing discussions.

• Approved Final Acceptance of Infrastructure Improvements for Single Tree, Phase III (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary and Final Plats for Hayes Estates (Hayes abstaining)
• Approved Final Plat for Pinckard Estates with drainage plan variance (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat with Construction Plans Review for Estate of Bison Creek, Phase 2, contingent on engineer clarification (unanimous)
• Approved Replat of Silver Lake Ranch with drainage study variance (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat/Maintenance Period Acceptance for Las Brisas, Phase 2 (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Trinity Meadows (unanimous)
• Added 'Wise County Policy Paid Quarantine for Peace Officers, Detention Officers, and Emergency Medical Technicians' to Employee Handbook (unanimous)

Commissioners' Court

The Wise County Commissioners Court will convene to discuss and act on several administrative and financial items, including the FY2022 Annual Road Report, employee health care renewal, and renewal of multiple county policies. They will also consider the Indigent Health Care Program Services for FY2022 and discuss coordination between precincts, though no action will be taken on that item. The meeting includes a community forum for public comments.

• Consider and act on Indigent Health Care Program Services FY 2022
• Consider and act on employee health care renewal
• Renewal of county policies including Computer Operations, Investment, Grant, Purchasing, Pauper Burials, Fraud Prevention, Fund Balance, Gift/Contribution, and Debarment policies
• Discuss and consider construction, bids, and purchases for county items and services
• Consider approval of roadway and construction joint venture project agreements between precincts and local entities

The court unanimously approved switching to the TAC Insurance Pool Blue Essentials Network for FY2022, with no change to employee co-pay, deductible, or out-of-pocket costs, but requiring in-network providers and physician referrals. The county will match $10,000 annually, avoiding a 12.5% increase under the current plan. The court also approved several plats, the Indigent Health Care Program, and various policies and contracts.

• Approved TAC Blue Essentials health plan with $10,000 county match (unanimous)
• Approved five plats including The Ranches at Rolling Hills Phase 4 and Silver Lake Ranch Replat (unanimous)
• Approved Indigent Health Care Program Services for FY2022 (unanimous)
• Added Joshua Hysom and Barney Graham to reserve constable bond (unanimous)
• Approved FY2021 Annual Road Reports for all precincts (unanimous)
• Renewed nine county policies including Computer Operations and Investment (unanimous)
• Accepted donations including $200 gift card to EMS and $100 for deputies (unanimous)
• Approved body armor purchase via Grand Prairie interlocal agreement (unanimous)

Commissioners' Court

The Wise County Commissioners Court will convene to handle routine county business, including approving minutes, budget amendments, and claims. They will also discuss and potentially act on plat submittals, construction bids, and interlocal agreements. The court will review weather and vegetation conditions to decide on renewing or amending the burn ban. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy changes expected.

• Consider accepting donations of personal property and/or revenues
• Discuss and consider construction, bids, and purchase of items
• Consider approval of Roadway and/or Construction joint venture Project Agreements
• Discuss Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Consider burn ban renewal based on weather and vegetation conditions

The court unanimously approved six plats, including preliminary and final plats for M&C Estates with variances, and a final plat for Cherryholmes Addition with a road frontage variance. It also approved the FY2022 bid lists, moving HVAC services to the Special Requests list, and authorized advertising for a 4WD truck for Precinct No. 2. Road repair project agreements for City of Rhome streets and right-of-way improvement requests for CR 2225 and CR 4757/CR4569 were approved. No action was taken on hazard mitigation, and no donations or burn ban were discussed.

• Approved six plats: Hillcrest Meadows North, Cherryholmes Addition, Regent Park, Cavanas Addition, and M&C Estates (preliminary and final), with variances as noted.
• Approved FY2022 bid lists, moving HVAC services to the Special Requests list and adding specifications to the Bridge Building and Reconstruction bid.
• Authorized Asset Control Officer Diana Allen to advertise for bids or purchase via cooperative a 3/4 ton 4WD four-door truck for Precinct No. 2.
• Approved all consent agenda items, including minutes, department reports, and contracts/interlocal agreements.
• Approved project agreements #3030, #3031, and #3032 for road repair with the City of Rhome.
• Approved right-of-way improvement requests for CR 2225 (Pct. 1) and cleaning dirt work at CR 4757/CR4569 (Pct. 3).

Commissioners' Court

The Commissioners Court will consider several administrative items including the reappointment of Brent Wilson to the Upper Trinity Groundwater Conservation District Board. The meeting includes discussions on plat submittals, potential reserve deputy constables, and updates regarding burn ban conditions.

• Reappointment of Brent Wilson to the Upper Trinity Groundwater Conservation District Board of Directors
• Consideration of Constables’ request for additional reserve deputy constables
• Discussion of plat submittals
• Review of Upper Trinity Groundwater Conservation District project updates
• Update on weather, ground, and vegetation conditions for Burn Ban considerations

The Wise County Commissioners' Court approved multiple final and preliminary plats, including several with drainage study variances, and formally requested the Upper Trinity Groundwater Conservation District to study long-term water supply options. The court also reappointed Brent Wilson to the UTGCD board, expanded reserve deputy constable programs for three precincts, and approved a $348,752 purchase of five Chevrolet Tahoes for the Sheriff's Office.

• Approved Final Plat for Annie's Estates, Lots 1-3, Block 1 (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Butcher Acres, Lots 1-3, Block 1 (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary and Final Plats for Kirk's Corner, Lots 1-4, Block 1 (4-0, Burns abstained)
• Approved Final Plat for Sherill Addition, Lot 3, Phase 2 (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for A Ray in the Wood, Lots 1-2 (unanimous)
• Approved Final Acceptance for Oakwood Hills Estates, Lots 1-13, Block 1 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Brent Wilson to UTGCD Board of Directors (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 5 Chevrolet Tahoes for Sheriff's Office, ~$348,752 (unanimous)

Commissioners' Court

The Wise County Commissioners Court is holding its regular meeting to discuss and take action on routine county business, including approving minutes, budget amendments, and claims. They will also consider construction bids, road agreements with local entities, a hazard mitigation plan, and a possible burn ban renewal. The agenda includes a community forum for public comments.

• Consider awarding bids for construction and services
• Discuss and approve roadway joint venture agreements with local governments
• Discuss Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Consider burn ban renewal based on weather and fire conditions
• Approve minutes, budget amendments, and claims

The Wise County Commissioners' Court approved multiple plats, including variances for the Aston Subdivision and P52 Ranch, and took no action on two other plats. The court also approved contracts for the County Clerk's record maintenance project, a road repair agreement with Runaway Bay, and various equipment transfers and disposals. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved plats for Aston Subdivision and P52 Ranch with variances (unanimous)
• No action on Oakwood Hills Estates and Cherryholmes Addition plats
• Approved donation of portable toilet units through Got2Go Solutions (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of truck and radio from Public Works to Park maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of 1984 MACK water truck from Precinct 4 to Precinct 2 (unanimous)
• Approved disposal of non-working compactor at Chico dumpsite (unanimous)
• Approved County Clerk record maintenance contracts with Tyler Technologies, Kofile, and Bridgepay (unanimous)
• Approved road repair agreement with City of Runaway Bay for Bayside and Lakeshore roads (unanimous)

Commissioners' Court

The Wise County Commissioners Court is holding a public hearing to consider adopting Amendment No. 2 to the Wise County Development Rules and Regulations under Chapter 232 of the Texas Local Government Code. Public comments will be heard, and action will be taken during the regular meeting immediately following the hearing.

• Public hearing on Amendment No. 2 to Wise County Development Rules and Regulations
• Action to be taken at regular Commissioners Court meeting at 9:00 am
• Hearing location: Wise County Courthouse, 3rd Floor, 101 North Trinity St., Decatur, TX

The Commissioners' Court convened a public hearing on April 26, 2021, to consider Amendment No. 2 to the Wise County Development Rules and Regulations. No members of the public appeared to speak, and the hearing was closed without discussion. No formal action was taken on the amendment during this meeting.

• Opened public hearing for Amendment No. 2 to Development Rules at 8:31 AM
• Received draft of Appendix Amendment No. 2 from engineer Kyle Welden for record
• Closed public hearing at 8:59 AM with no public comment

Commissioners' Court

The Wise County Commissioners Court will convene to discuss and potentially adopt updated County Development Rules and Regulations, along with other items such as redistricting, right-of-way donations, and various approvals. The agenda includes routine items like minutes, claims, and permits, as well as a discussion on burn ban conditions.

• Adoption of updated Wise County Development Rules and Regulations per Chapter 232 of Texas Local Government Code
• Discussion on upcoming redistricting process
• Consider donation of right-of-way to Precinct 3
• Approval of roadway/construction joint venture agreements between precincts and local entities
• Consideration of burn ban renewal based on weather and vegetation conditions

The court approved the Wise County Development Rules and Regulations Appendix Amendment No. 2, accepted several plats, and authorized up to $37,000 for drone equipment and software. It also renewed the burn ban for 90 days and accepted a right-of-way donation on CR 4838. A resolution on constitutional rights was tabled.

• Approved Wise County Development Rules and Regulations Appendix Amendment No. 2 (unanimous)
• Approved Quail Ridge Estates final plat (unanimous)
• Approved Oak Glen final plat/replat with variances (unanimous)
• Approved PF2 Ranch preliminary and final plats with private road variance (unanimous)
• Approved Saddleback Estates North preliminary plat (unanimous)
• Accepted 25-foot right-of-way donation on CR 4838 (unanimous)
• Authorized up to $37,000 for UAS drone purchases (unanimous)
• Renewed burn ban for 90 days (unanimous)

Commissioners' Court

The Wise County Commissioners Court will consider resolutions on child abuse prevention and designating the county as a 'Sanctuary for the Unborn,' along with routine items like an audit presentation, speed limit change, and tax bid sale. The meeting also includes discussion of precinct coordination, plat submittals, and various approvals, with an executive session on personnel matters.

• Resolution designating Wise County as a Sanctuary for the Unborn
• Resolution 'Protecting the Lives of Our Children' for Child Abuse Prevention Month
• Speed limit change on Old Decatur Road/Old Alvord Highway
• Tax bid sale: Lots 8 and 9, Block 95, Original Town of Bridgeport
• Annual Wise County audit presentation

The court unanimously adopted two resolutions: one proclaiming April as Child Abuse Prevention Month and another designating Wise County as a 'Sanctuary for the Unborn.' Commissioners also approved 14 plats, accepted the FY2020 outside audit, reduced a speed limit, and hired a new Veteran Services Officer.

• Adopted resolution 'Protecting the Lives of Our Children' for Child Abuse Prevention Month (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution designating Wise County as a 'Sanctuary for the Unborn' (unanimous)
• Approved 14 plats including Cedar Heights, Hawk Ridge, and Grand Harbor on Lake Bridgeport (unanimous)
• Accepted FY2020 outside audit report (unanimous)
• Reduced speed limit from 40 mph to 30 mph on Old Decatur Road/Old Alvord Highway from CR 2175 to FM 730 (unanimous)
• Awarded tax sale bid TX 12116 for Lot 8 and 9, Block 95, Original Town of Bridgeport to Alshanty Investments for $500 (unanimous)
• Authorized finalization of depository bid (unanimous)
• Hired Blake Walls as Veteran Services Officer upon Laura Clark's retirement (unanimous)

Commissioners' Court

The Wise County Commissioners Court is holding a special called meeting to discuss and potentially approve construction specifications, bid advertisements, item purchases, bid awards, and possible cancellations. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific projects or dollar amounts listed.

• Discussion and action on bid specifications and awards
• Consideration of purchases of items or services
• Possible notice of cancellations

The Wise County Commissioners' Court held a special meeting with the sole agenda item being the consideration and award of a furniture request for proposal (RFP) for the Wise County Courts Center building renovation project. After discussion, the court unanimously approved awarding RFP #21-RFP-015 to three vendors: Royer Commercial Interiors for courtroom furniture, G.L. Seaman and Company for general furnishings, and Southwest Solutions Group for condensed filing. The meeting was adjourned at 11:09 AM.

• Awarded RFP #21-RFP-015 for furniture to Royer Commercial Interiors (courtroom furniture)
• Awarded RFP #21-RFP-015 for furniture to G.L. Seaman and Company (general furnishings)
• Awarded RFP #21-RFP-015 for furniture to Southwest Solutions Group (condensed filing)

Commissioners' Court

The Wise County Commissioners Court will convene to discuss and act on routine county business, including property insurance renewal with TAC, construction and purchase bids, and the current burn ban status. The agenda also includes community forum, plat submittals, and various approvals for minutes, budget amendments, and contracts. Most items are standard administrative actions, with no major policy changes or public hearings listed.

• Consider renewal of property insurance with TAC
• Discuss and consider construction, bids, and purchases
• Discuss and consider burn ban status and renewal
• Consider approval of roadway and construction joint venture agreements
• Consider accepting donations of personal property and revenues

The Wise County Commissioners' Court held a special meeting and unanimously approved a final/replat for Templeton Acres with a drainage variance, authorized renewal of county property insurance through the Texas Association of Counties, accepted a culvert donation for CR 3690, approved transferring a Ford Explorer from the Sheriff's Department to Constable Precinct 4, and approved two road repair project agreements with the cities of Alvord and Boyd. The court also approved the consent agenda, which included budget amendment FY21-07 and various contracts. No public comments or correspondence were presented.

• Approved Templeton Acres Lots 6R, 6R-1, and 7R-2 Final/Replat with a drainage variance and letter of conformance
• Authorized Asset Control Officer Diana Allen to renew county property insurance through Texas Association of Counties
• Accepted donation of a 30-foot culvert from Henry Lopez of Ashlyn Homes for CR 3690 in Precinct 3
• Approved transfer of a Ford Explorer from Sheriff's Department to Constable Precinct 4 for reserve deputy use
• Approved consent agenda including budget amendment FY21-07 and various contracts
• Approved project agreement with City of Alvord to grind one mile of streets and rebase/seal coat as affordable
• Ratified project agreement with City of Boyd for road repair on 731 E Rock Island to transport materials to Precinct 3 yard

Commissioners' Court

The Wise County Commissioners Court will convene to discuss and act on several items, including authorizing the Elections Administrator to enter into a joint election agreement for the May 1, 2021 election, a resolution regarding winter storm power outages, and a resolution reaffirming support for the U.S. Constitution. They will also consider plat submittals, donations, road agreements, and a burn ban update. The agenda includes routine items like minutes, budget amendments, and claims.

• Authorize Elections Administrator to enter Joint Election Agreement for May 1, 2021 election
• Resolution on power outages during winter storm emergency
• Resolution reaffirming support for U.S. Constitution
• Consider plat submittals and take action
• Discuss burn ban status and renewal

The Wise County Commissioners' Court unanimously approved several items, including a joint election services contract for the May 1, 2021 election, a resolution on winter storm power outages, and a resolution reaffirming support for the U.S. Constitution. The court also accepted donations, awarded a depository contract to First Financial Bank, and authorized multiple equipment purchases and sales, including a new EMS ambulance for $256,426.00.

• Approved plats for Trinity Ridge Estates and Patches Acres (unanimous)
• Authorized Election Administrator to enter joint election services contract for May 1, 2021 election (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution on winter storm power outages (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution reaffirming support for U.S. Constitution (unanimous)
• Accepted donations from Lowes and Lackland Holdings (unanimous)
• Awarded Bid No. 21-BID-014 depository contract to First Financial Bank (unanimous)
• Authorized sale of bucket truck and trailers, purchase of new trailer and used roller for Precinct 1 (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of new ambulance for $256,426.00 via cooperative (unanimous)

Commissioners' Court

The Wise County Commissioners Court is meeting to handle routine county business, including a tax bid sale for a Chico ISD property, appointments to the Emergency Services District No. 1 board, and various approvals such as minutes, budget amendments, and contracts. The agenda also includes discussions on precinct coordination, plat submittals, and burn ban conditions, with no action planned on some items.

• Tax bid sale for Lot 233 North Star Pointe, Section 2, Phase 1 (Chico ISD)
• Appointment/reappointment of Wise County Emergency Services District No. 1 Board of Directors
• Discussion on construction, bids, and purchases (no specific items listed)
• Approval of roadway/construction joint venture agreements between precincts and local entities
• Burn ban update and possible renewal or rescission

The court unanimously approved two plats, awarded a tax bid sale for $500, and reappointed five members to Emergency Services District No. 1. It also accepted donations, authorized depository bid and TIPS cooperative use, and approved consent agenda items including a request to file for a federal disaster declaration for February storm damages.

• Approved Asbury Addition and Quail Ridge Estates plats (unanimous)
• Awarded tax bid sale for Chico ISD Lot 233 to Alshanty Investments for $500 (unanimous)
• Reappointed five ESD No. 1 board members (unanimous)
• Accepted Ashlyn Homes pipe donation valued at $1,668.70 and $220 from Historical Commission (unanimous)
• Authorized depository bid process and TIPS cooperative use (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including ACA reporting agreement and Stifel contract (unanimous)
• Approved right-of-way culvert work request for CR 3690 (unanimous)
• Requested approval to file for federal major disaster declaration grant (75% reimbursable)

Commissioners' Court

The Wise County Development Rules Committee is meeting to consider and discuss updates to county development rules, including requirements for RV park roads, drainage plan variances, and plat-related procedures. The committee will make recommendations on these items, which may later be considered by the Commissioners' Court.

• Requirements for RV park roads under county pavement design criteria
• Drainage plan variance discussion
• Proposed change to move plat notes to a separate page filed with the plat
• Verification that pre-existing private roads do not need a variance for more than 6 lots
• Requiring all drainage improvements for multiple phases to be completed in Phase 1

Commissioners' Court

The Wise County Commissioners Court will convene for a regular meeting with several action items, including a tax bid sale for a 1.10-acre property, approval of bids and purchases, and a discussion on burn ban conditions. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, budget amendments, and contracts, as well as a discussion on precinct coordination. No major policy changes are listed.

• Tax bid sale of 1.10 acres in Thomas Denson Survey, Abstract 239, Wise County
• Discussion and possible action on construction bids and purchases
• Approval of roadway joint venture agreements between precincts and local entities
• Burn ban update and possible renewal or rescission
• Approval of budget amendments and interlocal agreements

The Wise County Commissioners' Court unanimously approved several plats, a tax sale bid, a donation, and the consent agenda. They also authorized advertising for bids on bank depository services, furniture, and debris management. No substantive decisions were made beyond these routine approvals.

• Approved Highland Ranch, Saddleback Estates, Deats Farm Phase 2, and Post Oak Addition plats (unanimous)
• Awarded tax sale bid for 1.10 acres to J&M Residential for $700 (unanimous)
• Accepted refrigerator donation from Aaron's Rental to Sheriff's Department (unanimous)
• Approved March 2021 auction list (unanimous)
• Authorized advertising for bids on bank depository services, furniture, and debris management (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, reports, budget amendment FY21-05, utility requests, and interlocal agreements (unanimous)
• Approved road repair project agreements with City of Decatur and City of Alvord (unanimous)
• Approved right-of-way improvement requests on CR 4767, CR 3594, and CR 3677 (unanimous)

Commissioners' Court

The court unanimously approved three plats, awarded a tax bid sale, and approved purchases for courthouse security equipment. It also rescinded the full burn ban in favor of a red-flag condition-based ban and accepted a donation to the sheriff's office.

• Approved preliminary and final plats for Old Decatur Estates, Lots 1-8, Block 1 (unanimous)
• Approved final/replat for Park Acres Addition, Lots 6R and 6R-1, Block 1, with road frontage variance (unanimous)
• Awarded tax bid sale for Lot 40, Block 7, Unit 4, Runaway Bay to Michael Madeley for $500 (unanimous)
• Approved appointees to Wise County Historical Commission, Kerry Clower as chair (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution supporting HB 1115 designating Sergeant Randy D. White Memorial Highway (unanimous)
• Appointed Mark Martin as Vice President of ESD #2 (Boonsville/Balsora) (unanimous)
• Accepted $100 donation to Sheriff's Office from Frank and Janet Lovett (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Rapiscan x-ray machine ($21,258) and CCTV system ($145,896.45) for Courts Annex (unanimous)

Commissioners' Court

The Wise County Commissioners Court is holding a special called meeting to discuss the County Attorney vacancy and take any necessary action. The agenda includes only this item along with routine opening procedures and adjournment.

• Discuss County Attorney vacancy and take necessary action

The Wise County Commissioners' Court unanimously appointed Commissioners Court Attorney Thomas Aaberg to fill the County Attorney vacancy until the 2022 general election. The vacancy arose after former County Attorney James Stainton was appointed District Attorney by Governor Greg Abbott. Aaberg will receive the County Attorney salary while his Commissioners Court Attorney salary is suspended. The court also discussed but did not act on an alternative committee-based selection process.

• Appointed Thomas Aaberg as interim County Attorney until 2022 election (unanimous)
• Suspended Aaberg's Commissioners Court Attorney salary during interim appointment
• Discussed but did not adopt committee-based selection process for County Attorney vacancy

Commissioners' Court

The Wise County Commissioners Court will convene to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a COVID-19 emergency paid sick leave policy for quarantined employees, plat submittals, and appointments to the Historical Commission and County Court-at-Law. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, budget amendments, and interlocal agreements, as well as a burn ban update and possible executive session for personnel matters.

• COVID-19 emergency paid sick leave policy for quarantined employees
• Plat submittals discussion and action
• Appointments to Wise County Historical Commission
• Appointment for County Court-at-Law No. 1 unexpired term
• Burn ban update and renewal consideration

Commissioners' Court

This is a ceremonial event, not a business meeting. The Wise County Commissioners Court will not convene or take any action; only the administration of oaths of office for newly elected or re-elected officials will occur.

• Oath of office administered by County Judge J.D. Clark
• Ceremony held at the John H. Fostel 271st District Courtroom, Wise County Courthouse, 101 N. Trinity Street, Decatur, TX