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BRAZOS COUNTY
BRYAN,TEXAS
NOTICE OF MEETING AND AGENDA
BRAZOS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
THE COMMISSIONERS COURT OF BRAZOS COUNTY WILL MEET IN
REGULAR SESSION ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2012 AT 10:00 AM IN THE
COMMISSIONERS COURTROOM OF THE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
BUILDING, 200 SOUTH TEXAS AVE., SUITE 106, BRYAN, TX 77803
1. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance -
Chaplain G.H. Jones and Commissioner Mallard
2. Call for Citizen input and /or concerns.
Consider and take action on agenda items 3 -19:
3. Proclamation # 12 -024 proclaiming the week of September 17- 23.2012 as Constitution Week.
4. Resolution # 12 -005 Approving the Budget of the Brazos County Emergency Communications District.
5. Resolution # 12 -006 Moment of Remembrance of 9111.
6. Request for approval of interment of Margaret Cooper Sanders at Boonville Cemetery in thi; S,fv_E �-
family plot.
7 Approval of the daily amount of reimbursement of expenses for a person who reports for _j<<r
for Fiscal Year 2013.
8. Approval of non - profit agencies for furors to have the option to donate all or part of their furor
Payments to for Fiscal Year 2013.
9 Approval of Juror Payment Authorization Forms for Fiscal Year 2013.
1 Consider and take action on the following revised forms:
• a. Application for Pipeline Utility Permit Designating Placement of Utility in County hiuitl 01 4V
• b. Notification of Proposed installation and/or Repairs of Telephone Facilities and Designating
Placement of Utility in County Right of Way.
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1 1. Payment Authorization to Henson Motor uo me in me amuum u.
Constable Pct 2• purchase order was not obtained in advance.
12, Payment Authorization to Resco Automotive in the amount of $85.00 for vehicle repair labor for
Constable Pct 2• purchase order was not obtained in advance.
13. Tax Refund Applications for the following:
• a Roundpoint Mortgage Servicing Corp - overpayment- $194.45
• b Faye Shelton Wells - overpayment- $77.71
14. Commissioners Court minutes for the following dates:
• a. August 7 2012 - Regular Meeting
• b August 9 2012 - Public Hearing -10 am
• c August 9 2012 - Public Hearing -10:15 am
• d August 14 2012 - Regular Meeting
• e August 21 2012 - Regular Meeting
• f August 22 2012 - Special Meeting
• q August 28 2012 - Regular Meeting
• h August 31 2012 - Public Hearing - 3 pm
• i August 31 2012 - Public Hearing - 3:30 pm
15. Budget Amendments.
Budget Amendments FY 11/12 46.1 thru 46.7
16. Personnel Change of Status.
Personnel Action Forms
17. Payment of Claims.
18. Convene into Executive session pursuant to Section 551.074 of the Texas Government
Code to discuss personnel matters.
19. Consider and possible action on the Executive Session.
20 Acknowledgement of the Order Determining Compensation of County Auditor and Assistant County
Auditors.
21. Acknowledgement of the Order Determining Compensation of Court Reporters.
22. Acknowledgement of monthly reports submitted in August 2012.
23, Acknowledgement of the Brazos County Purchasing Department Update for August 31 - September 6,
2012.
24. Sheriff's report on inmate population.
25. Announcement of interest items and possible future agenda topics.
26. Call for Citizen input and /or concerns.
27. Adjourn.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS
Public Comment during the Commission Meeting may be for all matters, both on and off the agenda, and be limited to four
minutes per person. Persons are invited to submit comments in writing on the agenda items and /or attend and make comment
at the Commission meeting. Members of the public are reminded that the Brazos County Commissioners Court is a
Constitutional Court, with both judicial and legislative powers, created under Article V, Section 1 and Section 18 of the Texas
Constitution. As a Constitutional Court, the Brazos County Commissioners Court also possesses the power to issue a
Contempt of Court Citation under Section 81.024 of the Texas Local Government Code. Accordingly, members of the public in
attendance at any Regular, Special and /or Emergency meeting of the Court shall conduct themselves with proper respect and
decorum in speaking to, and /or addressing the Court; in participating in public discussions before the Court; and in all actions in
the presence of the Court. Those members of the public who are inappropriately attired and /or who do not conduct themselves
in an orderly and appropriate manner will be ordered to leave the meeting. Refusal to abide by the Court's Order and /or
continued disruption of the meeting may result in a Contempt of Court Citation.
It is not the intention of the Brazos County Commissioners Court to provide a public forum for the demeaning of any individual
or group. Neither is it the intention of the Court to allow a member (or members) of the public to insult the honesty and /or
integrity of the Court, as a body, or any member or members of the Court, or County employees, individually or collectively.
Accordingly, profane, insulting or threatening language directed toward the Court and /or any person in the Court's presence
and /or racial, ethnic or gender slurs or epithets will not be tolerated. Violation of these rules may result in the following
sanctions:
1. cancellation of a speaker's time;
2. removal from the Commissioners Court;
3. a Contempt Citation; and /or
4. such other and /or criminal sanctions as may be authorized
under the Constitution, Statutes and Codes of the State of Texas.
The County Commissioners Court can deliberate or take action only if a matter has been listed on an agenda property posted
prior to the meeting. During the public comment period, speakers may address matters not listed on the published agenda. The
Open Meeting Law does not expressly prohibit responses to public comments by the Commissioners Court. However,
responses from the County Judge or Commissioners to unlisted public comment topics could become deliberation on a matter
without notice to the public. To ensure the public has notice of all matters the Commissioners Court will consider, the County
Judge and /or Commissioners may choose not to respond to public comments, except to correct factual inaccuracies, recite
existing policy in response to an inquiry or to ask that a matter be listed on a future agenda. See Texas Open Meetings Act ?
551.042.
INVOCATION
Any invocation that may be offered before the official start of the Court meeting shall be to and for the benefit of the Court. The
views or beliefs expressed by the invocation speaker have not been previously reviewed or approved by the Court and do not
necessarily represent the religious beliefs or views of the Court in part or as a whole. No member of the community is required
to attend or participate in the invocation and such decision will have no impact on their right to actively participate in the
business of the Court.
The Commissioners Courtroom of the County Administration Building, 200 South Texas Ave., Suite 106, Bryan, TX 77803 is
wheelchair accessible. Handicap parking spaces are available. Any request for sign interpretive services must be made two
working days before the meeting. To make arrangements, please call (979) 361 -4102.
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BRYAN,TEXAS
MINUTES
September 11, 2012
BRAZOS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
REGULAR MEETING
Signature Paae.odf
File Stamped Aaenda.r)df
Sian in sheet.odf
A regular meeting of the Commissioners' Court of Brazos County, Texas was held in
the Brazos County Commissioners Courtroom in the Administration Building, 200
South Texas Avenue, in Bryan, Brazos County, Texas, beginning at 10:00 a.m. on
Tuesday, September 11, 2012 with the following members of the Court present:
Duane Peters, County Judge, Presiding;
Lloyd Wassermann, Commissioner of Precinct 1;
Sammy Catalena, Commissioner of Precinct 2;
Kenny Mallard, Commissioner of Precinct 3;
Irma Cauley, Commissioner of Precinct 4;
Karen McQueen, County Clerk.
The attached sheets contain the names of the citizens and officials that were in
attendance.
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance -
Chaplain G.H. Jones and Commissioner Mallard
2. Call for Citizen input and /or concerns.
There was no citizen's input.
Consider and take action on agenda items 3 -19:
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BRAZOSCOUNTY
3. Proclamation # 12 -024 proclaiming the week of September 17 -23, 2012 as Constitution
Week.
Item Indf
The County Judge read aloud the Proclamation and then presented it to Mary Elizabeth
Dresser representative of the National Association of DAR. A copy is attached.
Motion: Approve, Moved by Commissioner Irma Cauley, Seconded by Commissioner
LLoyd Wassermann. Passed. 5 -0. Members voting Aye: Catalena , Cauley, Mallard,
Peters, Wassermann .
At 10:07 a.m., the County Judge announced that the meeting would be recessed and
reconvened at 2:30 p.m. to allow the members of the Court to attend the funeral of
former Constable of Precinct 3, Dee Wayne Thompson.
At 2:30 p.m. the County Judge reconvened and continued with agenda items 4 - 27.
4. Resolution # 12 -005 Approving the Budget of the Brazos County Emergency
Communications District.
Item 4.odf
The Court approved the budget of the Brazos County Emergency Communications
District and to become effective immediately upon its adoption and passage.
Motion: Approve, Moved by Commissioner Kenny Mallard, Seconded by Commissioner
LLoyd Wassermann. Passed. 5 -0. Members voting Aye: Catalena , Cauley, Mallard,
Peters, Wassermann .
5. Resolution # 12 -006 Moment of Remembrance of 9/11.
Item 5.odf
The Court offered its deepest and most sincere condolences to the families, friends and
loved ones of the innocent victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks and urged
all residents of Brazos County to take a moment on September 11 th to remember those
lost in the attacks.
Motion: Approve, Moved by Commissioner Irma Cauley, Seconded by Commissioner
Sammy Catalena. Passed. 5 -0. Members voting Aye: Catalena , Cauley, Mallard,
Peters, Wassermann .
6. Request for approval of interment of Margaret Cooper Sanders at Boonville Cemetery in
the Sivils family plot.
Item 6.r)df
Motion: Approve, Moved by Commissioner LLoyd Wassermann, Seconded by
Commissioner Irma Cauley. Passed. 5 -0. Members voting Aye: Catalena , Cauley,
Mallard , Peters , Wassermann .
7. Approval of the daily amount of reimbursement of expenses for a person who reports for
jury service for Fiscal Year 2013.
Item Todf
Laura Taylor Davis, Treasurer informed the Court that the State is now reimbursing
Brazos County at the rate of $30 per day. The Court approved the daily amount of
reimbursement for a person who reports for jury service in Fiscal Year 2013 as follows:
. $6.00 for the first day
. $34.00 for each day thereafter
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Motion: Approve, Moved by Commissioner Sammy Catalena, Seconded by
Commissioner Irma Cauley. Passed. 5 -0. Members voting Aye: Catalena, Cauley,
Mallard , Peters , Wassermann .
8. Approval of non - profit agencies for jurors to have the option to donate all or part of their
juror payments to for Fiscal Year 2013.
0 Item 8.pdf
Motion: Approve, Moved by Commissioner Sammy Catalena, Seconded by
Commissioner LLoyd Wassermann. Passed. 5 -0. Members voting Aye: Catalena,
Cauley , Mallard , Peters , Wassermann .
9. Approval of Juror Payment Authorization Forms for Fiscal Year 2013.
Item 9.pdf
Motion: Approve , Moved by County Judge Duane Peters, Seconded by Commissioner
Irma Cauley. Passed. 5 -0. Members voting Aye: Catalena, Cauley , Mallard , Peters ,
Wassermann.
10. Consider and take action on the following revised forms:
ED Item 10.pdf
• a. Application for Pipeline Utility Permit Designating Placement of Utility in County
Right of Way
• b. Notification of Proposed Installation and /or Repairs of Telephone Facilities and
Designating Placement of Utility in County Right of Way.
Motion: Approve, Moved by Commissioner LLoyd Wassermann, Seconded by
Commissioner Kenny Mallard. Passed. 5 -0. Members voting Aye: Catalena, Cauley,
Mallard , Peters , Wassermann .
11. Payment Authorization to Henson Motor Co. Inc in the amount of $586.62 for vehicle
parts for Constable Pct. 2; purchase order was not obtained in advance.
Item 11.pdf
Motion: Approve, Moved by Commissioner Sammy Catalena, Seconded by
Commissioner Irma Cauley. Passed. 5 -0. Members voting Aye: Catalena, Cauley,
Mallard, Peters, Wassermann.
12. Payment Authorization to Resco Automotive in the amount of $85.00 for vehicle repair
labor for Constable Pct. 2; purchase order was not obtained in advance.
rb Item 12.pdf
Motion: Approve, Moved by Commissioner Sammy Catalena, Seconded by
Commissioner Kenny Mallard. Passed. 5 -0. Members voting Aye: Catalena, Cauley,
Mallard , Peters , Wassermann .
13. Tax Refund Applications for the following:
Item 13.pdf
• a. Roundpoint Mortgage Servicing Corp.- overpayment - $194.45
• b. Faye Shelton Wells- overpayment - $77.71
Motion: Approve, Moved by Commissioner Irma Cauley, Seconded by Commissioner
LLoyd Wassermann. Passed. 5 -0. Members voting Aye: Catalena, Cauley, Mallard,
Peters, Wassermann .
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14. Commissioners Court minutes for the following dates:
• a. August 7, 2012 - Regular Meeting
• b. August 9, 2012 -
Public Hearing -10 am
• c. August 9, 2012 -
Public Hearing - 10:15 am
• d. August 14, 2012
- Regular Meeting
• e. August 21, 2012
- Regular Meeting
• f. August 22, 2012
- Special Meeting
• g. August 28, 2012
- Regular Meeting
• h. August 31, 2012
- Public Hearing - 3 pm
• i. August 31, 2012 - Public Hearing - 3:30 pm
Motion: Approve, Moved by Commissioner LLoyd Wassermann, Seconded by
Commissioner Sammy Catalena. Passed. 5 -0. Members voting Aye: Catalena, Cauley,
Mallard , Peters , Wassermann .
15. Budget Amendments.
Budget Amendments FY 11 /12 46.1 thru 46.7
Item 15.odf
46.1 Reallocate funds for District Clerk Jury Services
46.2 Reallocate funds for Justice of the Peace Precinct 2, Place 1
46.3 Transfer funds from Contingency to Constable Precinct 2
46.4 Reallocate funds for Justice of the Peace Precinct 2, Place 2
46.5 Reallocate funds for County Court at Law #2
46.6 Reallocate funds for County Court at Law #2
46.7 Reallocate funds for Constable Precinct 3
Motion: Approve, Moved by Commissioner Sammy Catalena, Seconded by
Commissioner Kenny Mallard. Passed. 5 -0. Members voting Aye: Catalena, Cauley,
Mallard , Peters , Wassermann .
16. Personnel Change of Status.
Personnel Action Forms
0 Item 16.odf
A copy of the personnel Change of Status Requests is attached.
Motion: Approve, Moved by Commissioner Kenny Mallard, Seconded by Commissioner
Irma Cauley. Passed. 5 -0. Members voting Aye: Catalena, Cauley , Mallard , Peters ,
Wassermann .
17. Payment of Claims.
Claims Sheet.odf
1 BILL LIST 09.11.12.odf
7101899 through 7102168
Motion: Approve, Moved by Commissioner Sammy Catalena, Seconded by
Commissioner Kenny Mallard. Passed. 5 -0. Members voting Aye: Catalena, Cauley,
Mallard , Peters , Wassermann .
18. Convene into Executive session pursuant to Section 551.074 of the Texas Government
Code to discuss personnel matters.
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At 2:50 p.m. the County Judge announced the meeting closed to the public so that the
Court could meet in Closed Executive Session to discuss personnel matters as allowed
under Section 551.074 of the Texas Government Code. The following individuals were
asked to stay for the meeting:
Bethany Eckstrom, Administrative Assistant
Nina Means, Budget Analyst
Irene Jett, Budget Officer
19. Consider and possible action on the Executive Session.
At 2:56 p.m. the County Judge announced the meeting open to the public and
announced that no action would be taken on the Closed Executive Session.
20. Acknowledgement of the Order Determining Compensation of County Auditor and
Assistant County Auditors.
The Court acknowledged receipt of the Order Determining Compensation of County
Auditor and Assistant County Auditors.
21. Acknowledgement of the Order Determining Compensation of Court Reporters.
The Court acknowledged receipt of the Order Determining Compensation of Court
Reporters.
22. Acknowledgement of monthly reports submitted in August 2012.
The Court acknowledged receipt of all monthly reports that were submitted during the
month of August 2012 showing revenues collected and remitted to the County Treasurer:
Agrilife Extension
Community Supervision
County Clerk
District Clerk
Justice of the Peace Precinct 1
Justice of the Peace Precinct 2, Place 1
Justice of the Peace Precinct 2, Place 2
Justice of the Peace Precinct 3
Justice of the Peace Precinct 4
Constable, Precinct 1
Constable Precinct 2
Constable Precinct 3
Constable Precinct 4
Road & Bridge
Sheriff
23. Acknowledgement of the Brazos County Purchasing Department Update for August 31 -
September 6, 2012.
The Court acknowledged receipt of the Purchasing Department Weekly Update.
24. Sheriff's report on inmate population.
Sheriff Chris Kirk stated there were 555 inmates in jail, 58 have electronic monitors
and 25 are pending for monitors.
25. Announcement of interest items and possible future agenda topics.
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Chuck Frazier, Emergency Management Coordinator informed the Court that the KBDI is
649. He said that the fire departments are having some trouble maintaining fires and
asked if the court would consider putting this on the agenda for weekly consideration.
He also asked that the Court consider an agenda item for a Mitigation Resolution. A
public hearing is scheduled for September 18, 2012 at 6:30 at the EOC. After the Public
Hearing the Court will have to take action to adopt a mitigation plan.
26. Call for Citizen input and /or concerns.
There was no citizen input.
27. Adjourn.
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The foregoing minutes of the Commissioners Court meeting held September 11, 2012
have been examined and are approved in open Court this �_ day of
2012, in Bryan, Brazos County, Texas.
Duane Peters Lloyd Vassermann
County Judge Commissioner, Precinct 1
Kenny Mallard
Commissioner, Precinct 3
Commissioner, Precinct
Attest:
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County Clerk
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Proclamation
Constitution Week
WHEREAS September 17, 2012 marks the two hundred twenty -fifth anniversary of the drafting of the
Constitution for the United States of America by the Constitutional Convention; and
WHEREAS It is fitting and proper to accord official recognition to this magnificent document and its
memorable anniversary, and to the patriotic celebrations which will commemorate the
occasion; and
WHEREAS Public Law 915 guarantees the issuing of a proclamation each year by the President of the
United States of America designating September 17 -23 as Constitution Week.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the Brazos County Commissioners Court does hereby
proclaim the week of September 17 -23, 2012 as
Constitution Week
AND urges our citizens to reaffirm the ideals which the Framers of the Constitution had in 1787 by vigilantly
protecting the freedoms guaranteed to us through this guardian of our liberties, remembering that lost rights may
never be regained, and to express gratitude for the privilege of being an American in a Republic which functions
under the oldest Constitution still in active use today.
PROCLAIMED this 11` day er, 2012
Duane Pete *�
County Jud
Commis loner Lloyd Wassermann
Precinct 1
CommissionerV4nny Mallawr
Precinct 3
12 -024
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RESOLUTION NO I d`- D DS
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE BUDGET OF THE BRAZOS COUNTY EMERGENCY
COMMUNICATIONS DISTRICT; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the laws of the State of Texas provided for interlocal governmental agreements to
benefit the citizens of the State; and,
WHEREAS, the voters of Brazos County have approved the establishment of the Brazos County
Emergency Communications District in accordance with State law; and,
WHEREAS, the Board of Managers of the District have approved the Budget for fiscal year
2012 -2013; and,
WHEREAS, Section 772.309 of the Health and Safety Code requires the approval of the
District's budget by the Commissioners Court of the County located in the District and a majority
of the participating jurisdictions in the District; and,
WHEREAS, the undersigned authorities have, in public meeting, approved the annual budget of
the District as submitted to them; NOW THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMISSIONER'S COURT OF BRAZOS COUNTY, TEXAS
THAT:
1. The Commissioner's Court of Brazos County, Texas hereby approves the annual budget
of the District as submitted to them and as provided for by law.
2. A copy of the budget is attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and incorporated herein by this
reference for all purposes.
3. This Resolution shall be effective immediately upon its adoption and passage.
ADOPTED AND PASSED by affirmative vote this day of onlamL,,o , 2012.
BY:
Duane Peters, County Judge
ATTEST:
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Resolution
Moment of Remembrance of 9111
WHEREAS the events that took place on September 11, 2001 forever changed America; and
WHEREAS nearly 3,000 civilians were killed in the attacks; and
WHEREAS tens of thousands narrowly escaped; and
WHEREAS fire departments, police departments, first responders, government officials, emergency
medical personnel and volunteers responded immediately and heroically; and
WHEREAS even now, eleven years later, people of the United States and people around the world continue
to mourn the tremendous loss of innocent life on that fateful day; and
WHEREAS United States Armed Forces continue to be in harm's way defending the United States against
those who seek to threaten; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that I Duane Peters, Brazos County Judge and the Brazos County
Commissioners Court offer its deepest and most sincere condolences to the families, friends and loved ones of
the innocent victims of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. We urge all residents of Brazos County to take a moment
today, September 11' to remember those lost on September 11, 2001.
DULYPASSEDANDAPPRO 11` day of 012 in Bryan, Brazos County, Texas.
Duane Peters
County Judge / "!:P
Commissioner Lloyd Wassermann
Precinct 1
Commissioner y Mallar
Precin 3
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Juror Payments
Approval of the daily amount of reimbursement of expenses for
a person who reports for jury service in Fiscal Year 2013.
$6.00 for the first day
$34.00 for each day thereafter
APPROVED
Duane eters Date
County Judge
Brazos County Administration Bldg. • 200 S. Texas Ave. • Suite 310 • Bryan, Texas 77803 • Fax: (979) 361 -4176
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Juror Payments
Non - Profit Agencies
Approval of non - profit agencies for jurors to have the option to
donate all or part of their juror payments to for Fiscal Year
2013.
• Crime Victims' Compensation Fund (mandated)
• Brazos County Child Welfare Board (mandated)
APPROVED
Duane Peters Date
County Judge
Brazos County Administration Bldg. . 200 S. Texas Ave. • Suite 310 . Bryan, Texas 77803 • Fax: (979) 361 -4176
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Duane Peters Date
County Judge
Approval of Juror Payment Authorization Forms for Fiscal Year
2013.
Commissioners Court
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Brazos County
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Marc HamCin
District CCerk
30o E. 26" St., Suite 216
Bryan TX 778o3
(979) 361- 4230 -4240
JUROR PAYMENT AUTHORIZATION FORM
Juror Name: Summons ID:
Court:
Date:
Reimbursement Rate: $6.00
Thank you for your jury service in Brazos County. Texas law entitles you to receive reimbursement for your
travel and other expenses. In Brazos County, the rate is set at $6.00 for the day of Jury Selection. If you are
selected to serve as a juror, you are entitled to receive $34.00 per day after the first day.
Again, thank you for your jury service.
Sincerely,
M r Hamlin District Clerk
Please check one:
❑ I want to be paid.
❑ I do not want to be paid.
❑ I want to donate the following amount(s) as indicated below.
Crime Victims' Compensation
Fund
Provides service to assist victims
of crime.
I want to donate
$ to this charity
Brazos County Child Welfare
Board
Advocates for the protection of
children from abuse and neglect.
I want to donate
$ to this charity.
Juror's Signature
Date
ALL FUNDS NOT DESIGNATED WILL BE RETAINED BY BRAZOS COUNTY
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Brazos County ; � 0, 1 30o E. 26 St., Suite 216
Bryan TX 778o3
(979) 361-423o
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Marc Hamlin
District Clerk
JUROR PAYMENT AUTHORIZATION FORM
Juror Name:
Court:
Summons ID:
Date:
Reimbursement Rate: $34.00
Thank you for your jury service in Brazos County. Texas law entitles you to receive reimbursement for your
travel and other expenses. Now that you have been selected as a juror or Jury Selection has lasted more than
One day, you are entitled to receive $34.00 per day after the first day
Sincerely,
Mlar Hamlin, District Clerk
Please check one:
❑ I want to be paid.
❑ I do not want to be paid.
❑ I want to donate the following amount(s) as indicated below.
Crime Victims' Compensation I Brazos County Child Welfare
Fund Board
Provides service to assist victims Advocates for the protection of
of crime. I children from abuse and neglect.
I want to donate I want to donate
$ to this charity. $ to this charity.
Juror's Signature
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BRAZOS COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS' COURT ACTION FORM
DEPARTMENT Road and Bridge NUMBER 56001000
DATE OF COURT MEETING: ' September 11, 2012
ITEM: Consider and take action on acceptance of the following revised application pertaining to
utilities in B'raios County Right of Wad
Application for Pipeline Utility Permit Designating Placement of Utility in 'County Right of
Way
SOURCE OF FUNDS: N/A
NOTES/EXCEPTIONS:
SUB TTE BY:
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R. Alan Munger, P.E.
County Engineer
CC2012 -038
This Rf st is Approved V (or) Denied by Commiisioners' Court
Duane Peters, County Judge
APPROVED BY:
APPLICATION FOR PIPELINE WILITY PERMIT
DESIGNATING PLACEMENT OF UTILITY IN COUNTY RIGHT OF WAY
TO: THE COUNTY ENGINEER OF BRAZOS COUNTY, TEXAS
Comes now [company name], hereinafter referred to as
"Company" a (state] Corporation, with authority to transact business in Texas, acting: by and
through its duly .authorized representative, and hereby petitions the County Engineer for the right to lay, construct,
maintain, repair and/or operate equipment under, over, across and/or along certain County Roads as shown on drawings
and diagrams attached hereto and, said location described as follows:
Facility to Cross Road
Road Name & Block Number
Length of
Crossing
TYPE OF CONSTRUCTION
(CHECK ONE
Bored
Jacked
Driven
Cased
Facility to Parallel County Road Within Right -Of -Way
Road Name and Block.Numb From To Distance
CONSTRUCTION TYPE
Diameter Wall Thickness ❑ High Pressure Underground' ❑ Low Pressure Underground
Pipeline (60 psi or greater Pipeline (60 psi operating
Material Specification operating pressure) pressure)
Minimum Yield Strength_
Maximum Operation Pressure
The location and description of the proposed installation and appurtenances must be fully shown on the attached .detailed
drawings.
The Company shall commence actual construction/work in good faith within 60 days from the date of said permit and
shall complete said construction /work within working days. (COMPANY MUST FILL IN). If such
construction is not begun by the 60` day, Company will be required to apply for a new permit.
Company declares that prior to filing this application, it has ascertained the location of all existing utilities, both aerial and
underground, and the filing of this application is prima facie evidence that the proposed installation will not conflict with
any existing utility.
A copy of this permit shall be kept at the job site any time work is being performed.
It is expressly stipulated that this Permit is a license for permissive use only and that the placing of facilities upon public
property pursuant to this permit shall not operate to create or vest any property right in said holder.
It is understood and agreed that the rights and.privile.ges herein set out are granted only to the extent of the County's right,
title and interest in the land to be entered upon and used_ by, the holder and the holder will at all' times assume risk of and
indemnify, defend and save harmless. Brazos County from a nd against any and all loss, damages, cost or expense arising
in any manner on account of the exercise or attempted exercise by said holder of the aforesaid rights and privileges.
Any deviation from these specifications must be approved by Brazos County Engineer's Office or its designated
representative. it a
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Approval of County Engineer's Office may,take as long as two weeks. after complete application is received.
Applicant agrees to comply with all rules of County Commissioners and the County Engineer in construction of said
installation attached hereto as BRAZOS COUNTY DESIGN STANDARDS AND SAFETY PRECAUTION
REQUIREMENTS FOR WORK CONDUCTED IN BRAZOS COUNTY RIGIITS OF WAY and incorporated
herein for reference.
In the event Company fails to obtain a permit 'prior to the installation or does not .install utilities in compliance with
installation requirements set forth herein (Le. depth, location, etc), Company assumes all financial responsibility for
damages and/or destruction of lines, cables, etc. based upon its failure to comply with Brazos County requirements.
Applicant agrees that if Brazos County demonstrates a violation of the term is of this policy, Applicjant stipulates that
requisites for injunctive relief exist and that Brazos County is entitled to relief enjoining any conduct by applicant
which is contrary to the policies..
This permit is a revocable permit. Brazos County reserves the right to revoke this permit at any time, in the sole
discretion of Brazos County, for interests ofpublic health, safety or welfare, orfor failure to repair any damages upon
demand, or for any other reason deemed sufficient by Brazos County.
In the event Company fails to comply with any or all of the requirements as set forth herein, the County may take such
action as it deems appropriate to compel compliance. The County Engineer further retains the right to revoke this
Permit by verbal notification to the Applicant/Company.
Failure to obtain this permit and/or notify the County Engineer's Office within 24 hours of beginning construction
shall constitute grounds for job shutdown.-
By signing below, I' certify that I am authorized to represent the Company listed below, and that the. Company agrees to
the conditions/provisions included in this permit.
Company Name
By:
Signature
Title
Address
City State Zip
Phone Number
Email:
Vol.— Pg.�
PIPELINE UTELITY APPROVAL
Brazos County offers no objection to the proposed location of the utility. in the County right of way as shown by
accompanying drawings and notice dated except as noted below:
(Month/DayNdar)
EXCEPTIONS:
Brazos County Engineer
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BRAZOS COUNTY ROADWAY SAFETY AND ROAD
PRESERVATION STANDARDS FOR WORK CONDUCTED IN
BRAZOS. COUNTY RIGHTS OF WAY
A. General Requirements
1. Adequate drainage shall be maintained in ditches at all times.
2. Pen will use best management practices (`BMP ") (EPA and TCEQ both provide,lists of examples of BMPs)
to minimize erosion and sedimentation resulting from the proposed installation.
3. The permittee shall take precautions to avoid damage to property. All County Right of Way and property shall be
restored to its original condition, as far as practical, in the opinion of the County Engineer or appointed
representative.
4. The construction and maintenance of such utility shall not interfere with the property or rights of a prior occupant.
5. Permittee shall not,interfere with other utilities located in the right of way. In the event damages occur, permittee
will be liable to the County or other utilities running through the right of way.
6. County Engineer shall determine whether or not permittee's plans shall inconvenience the public. If it is
determined that inconvenience to the public exists, then the County Engineer will decide whether such project
will be allowed or if an.alternative exists so as not to inconvenience the public.
B. Safety Requirements
1. Proper traffic control measures must be put in place prior to beginning work and remain in place during the
duration of the job. All traffic control measures must follow the Texas Manual of Uniform Traffic Control
Devices (TMUTCD). See Traffic Control Requirements below.
2. During construction, all safety regulations of the Texas Department of Transportation shall be observed'.
3. Permittee must take such precautions and measures, including placing and displaying safety devices, as may be
necessary, in order to safely conduct the public through the project area. Company shall provide flagmen, signs,
signals or devices necessary to provide complete safety to the public.
4. Adequate provisions must be made to cause minimum inconveniences to traffic and adjacent property owners.
5. No cable, conduit and/or pole line shall be laid, constructed, maintained and /or repaired so as to constitute a
danger or hazard of any kind to persons or vehicles using such road.' Any poles placed in the Right of Way for
future installation shall be placed at the back of the Right of Way. Exceptions may be approved by the County
Engineer.
C Traffic Control Plan
1. A traffic control plan, pursuant to the TMUTCD or Engineered Traffic Control Plan must be provided for the
following:
a. Any construction (i.e. pit, excavation, hole) left open overnight, requires specific nighttime traffic control
measures pursuant to the TMUTCD;
b. If construction is within ten (10) feet of the roadway;_ or
c. Any work performed in the road right -of -way;
2. Plan must be attached to the permit and kept at the job site any time work is being performed.
3. Plan must set forth the time.of completion for the job.
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D. Design Standards
1. All overhead installations shall conform to clearance standards of the Texas Department of Transportation and the
pole be placed in the designated area for power specified as set forth in the Texas Utilities Code, Section 181.043.
2. All pole installation (including lighting) shall be placed at the backside of the Right of Way to ensure safety to
the public. Any pole placed in violation of this 'requirement will, be required to be moved to the appropriate
location at the company's expense. Exceptions may be approved by the County Engineer.
3. All underground installations shall (these are minimum depths— utility may place deeper):
a. be placed at a minimum depth of forty-eight (48) inches below the top of the pavement;
b. be at least thirty-six (36) inches below ditch flow line when installation is within the area measured from top
of bank to top of bank; -
c. be at least forty-eight (48) inches below ditch flow line if low pressure.gas or petroleum lines. For
.high pressure gas and petroleum lines, High Pressure Pipelines requirements listed below;
d. not be closer than ten (10) feet from the edge of pavement. Exceptions may apply in rights of way of
less than 60'.
4. Water Lines: All water lines must be a minimum 36- inches below the ditch flow line and cased. Waterlines shall
be cased if crossing under the roadway.
5. Utilities in all new developments that have 60 feet or greater of right of way shall be installed within designated
locations based upon the type of utility. The locations shall be as follows: from back of right -of -way).
Power - 0 -2 feet, nominally 1' .
Phone — feet, nominally 3'
Gas — 4 -6 feet,.nominally 5'
Cable — 6 =8 feet, nominally 7'
6. Utilities, with less than 60 feet right -of -way in all new developments shall install the utility in a similar manner as
referenced in No. 3 above, however, the County Engineer or its designated representative will provide final
approval of each utility location.
7. The length of any trench be opened in advance of the pipe, conduit or'ducts may not be longer than 400' if left
open over night or unattended.
8. Crossings under a county road shall:
a. be bored or jacked. ABSOLUTELY NO OPEN CUTS WITHIN COUNTY ROAD PAVEMENT;
b. be pressure grouted- for.the full length of the crossing if the. annular space between pipe and casing and
soil exceeds one (1) inch. Brazos County must be given 24 hours notice of pressure grouting operations
and have the opportunity to have - an inspector on site to observe pressure grouting operaGtions;
C. TxDOT Standard Specification Item 476 shall be followed for all boring, jacking, tunneling and joints.
Bore Pits
a. no pits shall remain open than 2 days;
b. all pits shall have proper traffic control measures in place. See Traffic Control Plan listed above.
C. pits shall NOT be located- within ten (.10) feet from the.edge of pavement without prior approval from the
County Engineer or his representative;
d. when pits are to remain open for more than 8 hours, due diligence will be used in protecting the spoil pile
to prevent drainage problems;
e. based upon soil conditions, the County Engineer or his representative may require shoring to protect
pavement integrity;
f. based upon soil conditions, the County Engineer or his representative may require pits be placed further
from the edge of road.
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10'. Any installation within ten (10) feet of edge of pavement shall meet the following:
a. location must be approved by the County Engineer or his representative
b. backfilled with cement stabilized material.
C. based upon soil conditions, the County Engineer or his representative may require shoring to protect
pavement integrity.
d. All excess water and mud shall be removed from the trench prior to backfilling. Any backfill placed
during a rainy period or at other times where excess water cannot be prevented from entering the trench
will be considered TEMPORARY and shall be replaced with PERMANENT cement stabilized material
as soon as weather permits;
e. All disturbed base and pavement materials shall be removed and restored to the satisfaction of the County.
Engineer or his representatives.
f. No side or lateral tamping to fill voids under the base. and pavement materials is allowed.
11. Company must be careful to not jeopardize the slope or integrity of the shoulder of the road. In the
event Company damages the slope, shoulder or any other portion of the.tight -of -way, Company will be
responsible for repairing the damageand replacing the right -of -way to the- condition it was prior to commencing
construction.
12. Operation of construction and /or maintenance equipment on the traveled surface of any improved County road
will not be permitted, except in an instance whereby the laying, construction, maintenance and/or repair of
cables, conduits and/or pole lines cannot be accomplished by any other method and in this event all such
equipment shall be of the rubber tire variety. Appropriate traffic control, shall be provided meeting TMUTCD
requirements..
13. In the event said construction and/or maintenance and /or repair requires Company to remove, cut or jeopardize
any section of the road (asphalt, cement, road base, etc), Company will be required to provide a performance
bond or letter of credit securing necessary repairs.. Said bond amount will be determined by the County
Engineer.
14. The applicant shall submit a letter of "No Objection" from the Army Corps of Engineers for all designated
wetlands and env ironmental ly,sensitive lands.
E. Emergency work
1. In the event Company is required to perform emergency services, that requires- excavation in a County Right of
Way, and unable to notify, the County Engineer prior to conductingemergency,repairs, Company shall notify
County Engineer within 24 hours of beginning construction/repairs. This will allow the County Engineer's
Office an opporturiity to inspect the site to ensure the integrity of the County Right of Way and traffic safety
controls used.
F. Repairs to existing facilities
1. Maintenance and/or repair to existing cables, conduits, and/or pole lines which require disturbance of the soil,
shall not be performed until plans describing such maintenance and/or repair have been approved by the County
Engineer or its designated representative and a permit has been obtained.
G. Relocation of utilities:
1. When and if the County Engineer determines that it is necessary for the construction, repair, improvement,
alteration or relocation of all or any portion of said road, any or all poles, wires, pipes, cables or other facilities
and appurtenances authorized hereunder, shall be removed from said road, or reset or relocated thereon, as
required by the County Engineer within a reasonable time as determined by the County Engineer and Utility
Company, and at the expense of the Utility Company.
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H. High Pressure Pipelines
1. All utility Permits for high pressure pipelines (generally 60 PSI or greater), whether pertaining to. controlled
access or . non - controlled access installations, should contain the following additional, information in the
description ofthe permit.
diameter
-wall thickness
- material specification
- minimum yield strength
- maximum operation pressure of the pipeline
2. With the exception of the maximum operation pressure of the pipeline, this information is to be supplied for
both the carrier pipe and the casing.
3. Assurance must also be given that the installation material and design meet the minimum Federal Safety
Standards for Liquid and'Gas Pipe Lines. Assurance must.be provided on company letterhead and signed by an
authorized representative of the company.
4. Petroleum Pipelines:
Depth
Tyne of Pipeline (below deepest ditch grade) Special Requirements
Encased Pipe Less than 10' Must be covered with concrete pad at least 36 "deep
Encased Pipe Greater than 10' No concrete pad required
Non -Cased Pipe Less than 10' Must be covered. with concrete. pad at least 48" deep
Non -Cased Pipe Greater than 10' No concrete pad required
The Concrete pad shall be minimum of 3" thick and width shall* be pipe diameter plus 18" minimum..
5. Under no circumstances will a pipeline be installed parallel to a County Road within the Right -of-
Way. Transmission lines have been determined to be petroleum pipelines (which includes natural gas
lines) and shall not be parallel to a County Road.
6. Natural. Gas Distribution is a line that serves the final customer.
Vol. / � Pg.
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BRAZOSCOUNTY
COMMISSIONERS' COURT ACTION FORM
DEPARTMENT Road and Bridge NUMBER.56001000
DATE OF COURT MEETING: September 11, 2012 .
ITEM: Consider and take action on acceptance of the following revised applicationperta}ning_to
utilities in Brazos County Right of Way
Notification of Proposed Installation and/or Repairs of Telephone Facilities and Desi gnating
Placement of Utility in County Right of Way,
SOURCE OF FUNDS: N/A
NOTES/EXCEPTIONS:
SUBMITTE BY: c�
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R. kan Munger, P. .
County Engineer
CC2012 -037
ThisxgWt is Ap .roved (or) Denied by Commissioners' Court
E. Duane Peters, County
t/ol. Lb pg,
APPROVED BY:
NOTIFICATION OF PROPOSED INSTALLATION AND /OR REPAIRS
OF TELEPHONE FACILITIES AND DESIGNATING
PLACEMENT OF UTILITY IN COUNTY RIGHT OF WAY
TO: THE COUNTY ENGINEER OF BRAZOS COUNTY, TEXAS
Comes now [company name], hereinafter referred to as
"Company" a [state] Corporation, with authority to transact business in Texas, acting by and
through its duly authorized representative, and hereby notifies the County,Engineer of its intent to lay, construct,
maintain, repair and/or operate a telephone facility under, over, across and/or along certain County Roads as
shown on drawings and diagrams attached hereto and said location described as follows:
The location and description of the proposed installation and appurtenances must be fully shown on
detailed drawings attached to this Notification.
The Company shall commence actual construction/work in good faith within 60 days from the date of
said permit and shall complete said construction /work within working days. (COMPANY
MUST FILL IN). If such construction is not begun by the 60th day, Company will be required to
a
provide a new notice.
Company declares that prior to filing this application, it has ascertained the location of all existing
utilities, both aerial and underground, and the filing of this application is prima facie evidence that the
proposed installation will not conflict with any existing utility.
A copy of this notice shall be kept. at the job site any time. work is being performed.
In the event of deviation from this notice, the Brazos County Engineer's Office or its designated
representative will be notified as soon as. practicable.
Approval of County Engineer's Office may take as long as two weeks after complete application is
received.
1
Failure to notify the County Engineer's Office within 24 hours of beginning construction shall constitute
grounds for job shutdown.
By signing below, I certify that I am authorized_ to represent the Company listed below, and that the
Company agrees to the conditions /provisions included in this notification.
Company Name
Signature
Title
Address
Phone Number
Email:
Vol. Pg. 7
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ACCEPTANCE OF NOTIFICATION
Brazos County offers no objection to the proposed location of the utility in the County right of way as
shown by accompanying drawings and.notice dated
below: (Month/Day/Year)
EXCEPTIONS:
Brazos County Engineer
except as noted
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BRAZOS COUNTY ROADWAY SAFETY AND ROAD
PRESERVATION STANDARDS FOR WORK CONDUCTED IN
BRAZOS COUNTY RIGHTS OF WAY
A. General Requirements
1. Adequate drainage shall be maintained in ditches at all times.
2. Permittee will use best management practices ( "BMP ") (EPA and TCEQ both provide lists of examples
of BMPs) to minimize erosion and sedimentation resulting from the proposed installation.
3. The permittee shall take precautions to avoid damage to property. All County Right of Way and property
shall be restored to its original condition, as far as practical, in the opinion of the County Engineer or
appointed representative.
4. The construction and maintenance of such utility shall not, interfere with the property or rights of a prior
occupant.
5. Permittee shall not interfere with other utilities located in the right of way. In the event damages occur,
permittee will be liable to the County or other utilities running through the right of way.
6: County Engineer shall determine whether or not penn_ittee's plans shall .inconvenience the public. If it is
determined that inconvenience to the public exists, then the County Engineer will decide whether such
project will be allowed or if an alternative exists so as not to inconvenience the public.
B. Safety Requirements.
1. Proper traffic control measures must be put in place prior to beginning work and remain in place during_
the duration of the job. All traffic control measures must follow the. Texas Manual of Uniform Traffic
Control.Devices (TMUTCD).'See Traffic Control' Requirements below.
2. During construction, all safety regulations of the Texas Department of Transportation shall be observed.
3. Pennittee. must take such precautions and measures, including placing and displaying safety devices, as
may be necessary, in order to safely conduct the public through the project area. Company shall provide
flagmen, signs, signals or devices necessary to provide complete safety to the public.
Adequate provisions must be made to cause minimum inconveniences to traffic and adjacent property
owners.
5. No cable, conduit and/or pole line shall be laid, constructed, maintained and /or repaired so as to
constitute a danger or hazard of any kind to persons or vehicles using such road. Any poles placed in the
Right of Way for future installation shall be placed at the back of the Right of Way. Exceptions may be
approved by the County Engineer.
C. Traffic Control Plan
1. A traffic control plan, pursuant to the TMUTCD or Engineered Traffic Control Plan must be provided for
the following:
a. Any construction (i.e. pit, excavation, hole) left open over night, requires specific nighttime traffic
control measures pursuant to the TMUTCD;
b. if construction is within ten (10) feet of the roadway; or
c. Any work performed in the road right -of -way;
Vol. � � Pg. �)r�
2. Plan must be attached to the: permit and kept at the job site anytime work is being performed.
3. Plan must set forth the time of completion for the job.
D.. Design Standards
1. All overhead installations shall conform to clearance standards of the Texas Department of Transportation
and the pole be placed in the designated area for power specified asset forth in the Texas Utilities Code,
Section 181.045.
2. All pole installation (including lighting) shall be placed at the backside of the Right of Way to ensure
safety to the public. Any pole..placed in violation of this requirement will be required to be. moved to the
appropriate location at the company's expense. Exceptions may be approved by the County Engineer.
A_II underground installations shall (these are minimum depths— utility may place deeper):
a. be placed at a minimum depth of forty-eight (48) inches below the -top of the pavement;
b. be at least thirty-six (36) inches below ditch flow line when installation is within the area measured
from top of bank to top of bank;
c. be at least forty -eight (48) inches below ditch flow line if low pressure gas or petroleum lines, For high
pressure gas and petroleum lines, see High Pressure Pipelines requirements listed below;
d. not be closer than ten (10) feet from the edge of pavement. Exceptions may apply in rights of way of
less than 60'.
4. Water Lines: All water lines must be a minimum 36- inches below the ditch flow line and cased.
Waterlines shall be cased if crossing under the roadway.
5, Utilities in all new developments that have 60 feet or greater of right of way shall be installed within
designated locations based upon the type of utility. The locations shall be as follows: (measured from
back of right -of -way).
Power— 0 -2 feet, nominally 1'
Phone — 2-4 feet, nominally 3'
Gas — 4 -6 feet, nominally 5'
Cable — 6 -8 feet, nominally 7'
6. Utilities with less -than 60 feet right -of -way in all new developments shall install the utility in a similar
manner as referenced in No. 3 above, however,,the County Engineer or its designated representative will
provide final approval of each utility location.
7. The length of any trench to be opened in advance of the pipe, conduit or ducts may not be longer than
400' if left open over night or unattended.
8. Crossings under a county road shall:
a. be bored or jacked. ABSOLUTELY NO OPEN CUTS WITHIN COUNTY ROAD PAVEMENT;
b. be pressure grouted for the full length of the crossing if the annular space between pipe and casing
and soil exceeds one (1) inch.. Brazos County must be given 24 hours notice of pressure grouting
operations and have the opportunity to have an inspector on site to observe pressure grouting
operations;
c. TkDOT Standard Specification Item 476 shall be followed for all boring, jacking, tunneling and
joints. '
9.. Bore Pits
a. no pits shall remain open longer than 2 days;
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b. all pits shall have proper traffic control measures in place. See Traffic Control Plan listed above.
c. pits shall NOT be located within ten (10) feet from the edge of pavement without prior approval
from the County Engineer or his representative;
d. when pits are to remain open for more than 8 hours, due diligence will be used in protecting the spoil
pile to prevent drainage problems;
e. based upon soil conditions, the County Engineer or his representative may require shoring to protect
pavement integrity;
f, based upon soil conditions, the County Engineer or his representative may require pits be placed
further from the edge of road.
10. Any installation within ten (10) feet of edge of pavement shall meet the.following:
a. location must be approved by the County Engineer or his representative
b. backfilled with cement stabilized material.
c. based upon soil conditions, the County Engineer or his representative may require shoring to protect
pavement integrity.
d. All excess water and mud shall be removed from the trench prior to backfilling. Any backfill placed
during a rainy period or at other times where excess water cannot be prevented from entering the
trench will be considered TEMPORARY and shall be replaced with PERMANENT cement
stabilized material as soon as weather permits;
e. All disturbed base and pavement materials shall be removed and restored to the satisfaction of the
County Engineer or his representatives.
f. No side or lateral tamping to fill voids under the base and pavement materials is allowed.
11. Company must .be careful to not jeopardize the slope or integrity of the shoulder of the road. In the event
Company damages the slope; shoulder or any other portion of the right -of -way, Company will be
responsible for repairing the damage and replacing the right -of -way to the condition it was prior to
commencing. construction.
12. Operation of construction and/or maintenance equipment on the traveled surface of any improved County
road will not be permitted, except in an instance whereby the laying, construction, maintenance and/or
repair of cables, conduits and/or pole lines cannot be accomplished by any other method and in this event
all such equipment shall be of the rubber tire variety. Appropriate traffic control shall be provided
meeting TMUTCD requirements.
13. In the event said construction and/or maintenance and/or repair requires Company to remove, cut or
jeopardize any section of the road (asphalt, cement, road' base, etc), Company will be required to provide
a performance bond or letter of credit securing necessary repairs. Said bond amount will be determined
by the County Engineer.
14. The applicant shall submit a letter of "No Objection" from the Army Corps of Engineers for all
designated wetlands and environmentally sensitive lands.
E. Emergency work
1. In the event Company is required to perform emergency services, that requires excavation in a County
Right of Way, and unable to notify the County Engineer prior to conducting emergency repairs, Company
shall notify County Engineer within 24 hours of beginning construction/repairs. This will allow the
County Engineer and Road & Bridge Office an opportunity to inspect the site to ensure the'integrity of the
County Right of Way and traffic safety controls used.
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R Repairs to existing facilities
1. Maintenance and/or repair to existing cables, conduits, and /or pole lines which require disturbance of the
soil, shall not be performed until plans describing such maintenance and/or repair have been approved by
the County Engineer or designated representative and a permit has been obtained.
G. Relocation of utilities:
1. When and if the County Engineer determines that it is necessary for the construction, repair,
improvement, alteration or relocation of all or any portion of said road, any or all poles, wires, pipes,
cables or other facilities and appurtenances authorized hereunder, shall be removed from said road, or
reset or relocated thereon, as required by the County Engineer within a reasonable time as determined by
the County Engineer and Utility Company, and at the expense of the Utility Company.
H. High Pressure Pipelines
1. All utility Permits for high pressure pipelines (generally 60 PSI or greater), whether pertaining to
controlled access or non - controlled access installations, should contain the following additional
information in the description of the permit.
- diameter
-wall thickness
- material specification
- minimum yield strength
- maximum operation pressure of the pipeline
2. With the exception of the maximum operation pressure of the pipeline, this information is to be
supplied for both the carrier pipe and the casing.
3. Assurance must also be given that the installation material and design meet the minimum Federal
Safety Standards for Liquid and Gas Pipe Lines. Assurance must be provided on company letterhead and
signed by an authorized representative of the company.
4. Petroleum Pipelines:
Depth
Tyne of Pipeline (below deepest ditch grade) Special Requirements
Encased Pipe
Less than 10' Must be covered with concrete pad at least 36 "deep
Encased Pipe
Greater than 10' No concrete pad required
Non -Cased Pipe
Less than 10' Must be covered with concrete pad at least 48 "deep
Non -Cased Pipe
Greater than 10' No concrete pad required
The Concrete pad shall be minimum of 3" thick and width shall be pipe diameter plus 18"
minimum.
5. Under no circumstances will a pipeline be installed parallel to a County Road within the Right -of-
Way. Transmission lines have been determined to be petroleum pipelines (which includes natural
gas lines) and shall not be parallel to a County Road.
6. Natural Gas Distribution is a line that serves the final customer.
Vol. Pۥ
BRAZOS COUNTY, TEXAS
BUDGET AMENDMENT(S) FOR THE 2011 -2012 BUDGET YEAR
NO. 1 l /12 46.1-46.7
On this the 11th day of September 2012 at a regular meeting of the Commissioners' Court, the
following members were present:
A. Duane Peters, County Judge, Presiding
B. Lloyd Wassermann, Commissioner, Precinct 1
C. Sammy Catalena, Commissioner, Precinct 2
D. Kenny Mallard, Commissioner, Precinct 3
E. Irma Cauley, Commissioner, Precinct 4
F. Karen McQueen, County Clerk
The following proceedings were held:
THAT WHEREAS, on 11th day of September 2012 the Court heard and approved a budget
amendment for the 2011 -2012 budget year for Brazos County, Texas; and
WHEREAS, expenditure is necessary due to the necessity to meet unusual and unforeseen conditions
which could not be reasonably included in the original budget adopted 20 September 2011, the following
amendment(s) to the original budget are hereby authorized, as described on the attached page(s).
ADOPTED AND APPROVED this the l 1 th day of September 2012.
THE COMMISSIONERS COURT OF BRAZOS COUNTY, TEXAS.
Cz R,
Duane Peters, County Judge
Original: County Clerk's Office and
Attached to the original budget
Copies: County Auditor
County Treasurer
County Budget Officer
Commissioners' Court Minutes
Vol.— I Pg. ��(9
BRAZOS COUNTY, TEXAS
BUDGET AMENDMENTS
No. 11112 - 46.1
9/11/2012
FUND
DIV
ACCT
PROJ
DRICR
ACCOUNT NAME
Increase
I Decrease
0100
20010000
61410000
CR
Jurors - Grand Jug
2
0100
20010000
71025000
DR
Contract Services
2,500.001
I
District Clerk Jury Services
Reallocation of funds for the
of
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915/2 1 04-2,;
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BRAZOS COUNTY; TEXAS
BUDGET AMENDMENTS
No. 11/12 - 46.2
ail i i 7
FUND DIT ACCT PROJ DR/CR ACCOUNT NAME Increase Decrease
0100 24201100 71500000 CR Rental - Equipment - 700-00
0100 24201100 60170000 DR Copier/Printer/Fax Supplies 700.00 —
JP #2.1 - Judge Hooge
Reallocation of funds for the purchase of toner and paper for the remainder of FY 12.
A
Pa(Iftmelit. rova
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pate,
VOL Pg.-
BRAZOS COUNTY, TEXAS
BUDGET AMENDMENTS
No. 1111 - 46.3
FUND DIV
oloo 11001500
ACCT
61130000
PROJ
dR/CR
CR_
ACCOUNT NAME
Contingency
Increase
Decrease
2,500.00
DR
Vehicle Maintenance
2,500-00
0100
30201100
65950000
Constable Pct. #2 and General Fund Contingency
Reallocation , of funds to cover vehicle maintenance for the remainder of FY 12.
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Pr*pare'&' • A..
9/5'
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BRAZOS COUNTY, TEXAS
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2500 30310000 65950000 DR Vehicle Maintenance 2,900.00
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PERSONNEL
CHANGE OF STATUS REQUESTS
Commissioner Court Date: September 11, 2012
Department Submitting Information: Human Resources
Purpose of Submissions: Consider and Take Action on Change Requests
Department Submitting Employee Request Action Requested
Request(s) Applies To
AG Extension Avant, Jessica Resignation
Gregson, Brandon Resignation
Snowden, Brittany New Hire
Juvenile
Holster, David Resignation
S.O. Jail Ogle, Tyler
Resignation
Purcell, Josie
New Hire
Walker, John
Resignation
Tax Office Mikulec, Lindsey Other
Approved in Commissioners' Court: September 012:
County Judge's or Commissioner's Signature:
(This Copy to be attached to minutes) ll
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ACKNOWLEDGED
Duane Peters Date ....
County Judge
In the District Courts
of
Brazos County, Texas
ORDER DETERMINING COMPENSATION
OF
COUNTY AUDITOR AND ASSISTANT COUNTY AUDITORS
On the 23` day of August, 2012, after a public hearing in accordance with the Texas Local
Government Code, the undersigned Judges of the District Courts in Brazos County, Texas,
determined the compensation to be paid to the County Auditor and Assistant County Auditors as set
forth in this order.
IT IS ORDERED, effective October 1, 2012, that the County Auditor and each Assistant
County Auditor positions shall be paid annual compensation in the amounts stated in the column
identified as "Proposed Budget" set forth in the attached Exhibit "A" which is incorporated herein;
provided however, if in the FY 2012 -2013 county budget, the Commissioners Court of Brazos
County approves any cost of living increase to the salaries of a majority of county employees in
excess of 2% of the FY 2011 -2012 amounts, the amounts of annual compensation reflected in the
attached Exhibit "A" shall be increased by the same percentage amount of cost of living adjustment
approved by the Commissioners Court that exceeds 2% over the FY 2011 -2012 amounts for a
majority of county employees. Actual compensation amounts for each individual Assistant County
Auditor will be submitted to the Brazos County Human Resources department by the County Auditor
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and shall not exceed the position amount in the column identified as "Proposed Budget" in Exhibit
"A ". Additionally, the County Auditor and Assistant Auditors shall be paid longevity based on
years of service at September 30, 2012, in accordance with the Brazos County Longevity Pay Policy
and in the amount set forth by said policy.
IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the District Clerk of Brazos County shall file this order in
the minutes of the District Courts of Brazos County, Texas and shall certify this order to the
Commissioners Court of Brazos County, Texas prior to September 1, 2012, for its observance.
SIGNED this 31st day of August, 2011.
.
J. D. LANGLEY ov
residing Judge
85 District Court
r
RAVIS B. BRYAN, M
Presiding Judge
272 District Court
STEVE SMITH
Presiding Judge
361 District Court
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BRAZOS COUNTY, TEXAS
PROPOSED BUDGET REQUEST - PERSONNEL & BENEFITS - Revised
COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE
For The Year Ending September 30, 2013
Salary Limitation - LGC § 84.021,111.013, 152.034
& 152.905;
Total Dept Salary for 1=YE 9/30/2011 $ 496,594 $ 514,951
Less: County Auditor's (86,798) (89,714)
$ 409,796 $ 425,237 3.77% (1)
Approximatley .4% of the Increase Is due to there being 261 days in fiscal year 2012 -2013 rather than 260.
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Current
Proposed
Account
Title
Salary
Budget
% Change
Personnel - SalaryMages
51150000
Salary - Appointed Official
$
86,798
$ 88,874
3.36%
cell phone allowance
$
-
$ 840
51300000
Salary - Staff
370,223
363,955
3.71%
Deng
68,911
71,251
3.40%
Pratt
53,082
55,471
5.40%
cell phone allowance
-
480
Bates
51,314
53,572
4.40%
Mason (ne Conkel)
45,282
47,275
4.40%
Lozano
38,231
39,146
2.39%
See
38,730
39,657
2.39%
Cao
37,981
39,462
3.90%
Holloway
36,692
38,122
3.90%
51610000
Hourly-Staff
36,213
37,443
3.40%
Murph
36,213
37,443
3.40%
51810000
Longevity
3,360
3,360
0.00%
Totals $
r
496,594
$ 514,951
Personnel - Benefits
53100000
Social Security
37,989
39,247
7.65%
531010
Flex Benefit Admin Fee
570
660
532000
Retirement
61,429
66,950
11.93%
533000
Hospitalization
83,100
83,100
$8,310 p /yr per emp
533200
Employee Dental Insur.
1,200
1,200
$120 p /yr per emp
538000
Workers Comp
880
1,012
0.14%
539000
Unemployment Insurance
1,490
1,540
Totals $
186,656
$ 193,709
3.78%
Salary Limitation - LGC § 84.021,111.013, 152.034
& 152.905;
Total Dept Salary for 1=YE 9/30/2011 $ 496,594 $ 514,951
Less: County Auditor's (86,798) (89,714)
$ 409,796 $ 425,237 3.77% (1)
Approximatley .4% of the Increase Is due to there being 261 days in fiscal year 2012 -2013 rather than 260.
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ACKNOWLEDGED
Duane Peters Date
County Judge • ..
In the District Courts
of
Brazos County, Texas
RUG 0 2012
ORDER DETERMINING COMPENSATION
OF
COURT REPORTERS
On the 23rd day of August, 2012, after a public hearing in accordance with the Texas Local
Government Code, the undersigned Judges of the 85 272 and 361 District Courts in Brazos
County, Texas, determined the compensation to be paid to the Official Court Reporters of the 85
272 and 361 District Courts as set forth in this order.
IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED that, effective October 1, 2012, the annual compensation of
the Court Reporters for the District Courts in Brazos County be set as follows:
Position Name Sa_lary
Court Reporter Paula K. Frederick
85 District Court $66,963.00
Court Reporter Denise MacKay (Part-time)
272 District Court Kaetheryn Kriel (part -time) $34,317.00
$34,317.00
Court Reporter Felix Thompson
361s District Court $66,963.00
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However, if in the FY 2012 -2013 county budget, the Commissioners Court of Brazos County
approves any cost of living increase to the salaries of a maj ority of county employees in excess of 2%
of the FY 2011 -2012 amounts, the amounts of annual compensation reflected above shall be
increased by the same percentage amount of cost of living adjustment approved by the
Commissioners Court that exceeds 2% over the FY 2011 -2012 amounts for a majority of county
employees. Additionally, the Court Reporters for the District Courts shall be paid longevity based on
years of service at September 30, 2012, in accordance with the Brazos County Longevity Pay Policy
and in the amount set forth by said policy.
IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the total amount of compensation allowed for any court
reporter appointed by and serving the East Texas Cluster Court in Brazos County shall not exceed
$ 34 31 . inuring the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2012.
IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the District Clerk of Brazos County shall file this order in
the minutes of the District Courts of Brazos County, Texas and shall certify this order to the
Commissioners Court of Brazos County, Texas for its observance.
SIGNED this ;3.A of August, 2011.
zSJ vislrict Court
STEVE SMITH
Presiding Judge
S ` District Court
a
RAVIS B. BRYAN, l
residing Judge
272 "d District Court
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Brazos County Purchasing Department
Weekly Update
8/31/12 — 9/6/12
Number of PO's Processed: 96
Requisitions Completed: 1
Capital Payments: 2
Projects In Progress
Construction
Courthouse:
Phase III
- Currently working on detention area on t floor
o Floor finishes and painting
- Currently working on mechanical yard in courtyard area
o Installing Chillers and generator
- Elevator in progress
• Pouring slab in basement
• Installing framework
Bids/ RFP's/ RFQ's
RFQ for MPO
- Evaluation Responses
RFQ for Surveyor
- Evaluating Responses
RFQ for Tax Office Architect
- Evaluation Responses
Poly Jute
-Dept. reviewing specs
Inmate Telephone Services
- Evaluating Responses
Employee Insurance
- Evaluating responses
Janitorial and Cleaning Supplies
-Specs in Progress
Collection of Fines and Fees
-Adv. 8131 and 9/7
Road Signs and Sign Posts
-Specs in progress
Renewals
Culverts -Court 9/18
Seal Coat -Court 9/18
Indigent Juvenile Defense -Court 9/18
Solicitation of Quotes
Benches for Magistrate Courtroom -Court Approved 7124
AN for Magistrate Courtroom - Solicitation in progress
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Other
Auction
- Online Auction closes September 7
Purchasing Policy
- Reviewing and revising policy
Assets
In Process of Reconciling Period 11
Print Management
Results received and reviewed by IT. After reviewing it has been
decided to get analysis from other Companies to get a better idea of
cost. 90 Day analysis start date to be determined.
Roof Replacement
- Working on proposal to write specifications
Appliance Policy
- Versions In progress for Court review
- Currently under review by Auditor's office
Radios for Bailiffs
- Currently working on scope
ACKNOWLEDGED
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Duane Peters Date
CountyJudge
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