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NOTICE OF MEETING AND AGENDA
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BRAZOS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
THE COMMISSIONERS COURT OF BRAZOS COUNTY WILL MEET IN
REGULAR SESSION ON JULY 22, 2014 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 - U.S. and Texas Flag - Chaplain G.H. Jones and
Commissioner Mallard.
2. Call for Citizen input and/or concerns.
Consider and take action on agenda items 3 -14:
3.
4.
Reauest for out-of-state travel for Judge Smith to attend the annual meeting of the American Be
Association In Boston on August 6.10.
5, Approval of the iob description for Transition Training for County Judge Class Code 213 Position 1
6, Consideration of an amendment to the contract with Dudley Construction Ltd for the Tax Office site
work.
7.
9. Tax Refund Applications for the following:
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• a. James 0. & Elizabeth MCGIII- ovorpavment- 587.40
b. M &M and Son Corporation-overpayment-$76.68
10. Budget Amendments.
Budget Amendments FY 13114 40.1
11. Personnel Change of Status.
Personnel Action Forma
12. Payment of Claims.
13. Convene into Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071 to
consult with attorney about pending or contemplated litigation and/or a settlement offer.
14. Consider and possible action on Executive Session.
15. Sheriffs report on inmate population.
16. Announcement of interest items and possible future agenda topics.
17. Call for Citizen input and /or concerns.
18. 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 arc Invited to submit comments in writing on the agenda items andlor attend and make ocmmerd
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 prxwers, created under Article V, Sadion 1 and Section 18 of the Texas
Constitution. As a Constitutional Court, the Brazos County Commissioners Court also possesses the power W 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 /of Emergency meeting of the Court shall conduct themselves with proper respect and
decorum in speaking W, andlor 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 W leave the meeting. Refusal to abide by the Courts Order
endlor continued disruption of the meeting may result In a Contempt of Court Citation.
It is not the Intention or the Brszos 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 W the Court, or County employees, individually or collectively.
Accordingly, profane, insulting or threatening language directed toward the Court and/or any person in the Courts presence
and /or racial, ethnic or gentler stun or epithets will not be tolerated. Violation of these rules may result in the following
sanctions:
1. oanmllation of a speakers dine;
2. removal ham the Commissioners CouR',
3. a Contempt Citation; and/or
4, such olhar and /or criminal sanctions as may be authorized
under the Constitution, Statutes and Codes of the Stale of Texas.
The County Commissioner Court ran deliberate or take action only it a matter has been listed on an agenda property posted
prior to the meeting. During the pudic comment period, speakers may address matters not listed an the published agenda. The
Open Meeting Law dose 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 andlor Commissioners may choose not W respond W public comments, except to coned factual inaccuracies, recite
existing policy in response to an inquiry or to ask that a matter be listed on a future agenda. See Taxes Open Meetings Act 7
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 a views of the Court in pert or as a whole. No member of the community is required
to stand or participate in the invocation and such decision will he" no impact on their right to actively participate in the
business of the Court.
The Commissioners Courtroom of the County Admrmstration Building, 200 Swth Texas Ave., Suite 106, Bryan, T% 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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BRAZOS COUNTY
BRYANJEXAS
MINUTES
July 22, 2014
BRAZOS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
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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, July 21, 2014 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 -
U.S. and Texas Flag - Chaplain G.H. Jones and Commissioner Mallard.
2. Call for Citizen input and /or concerns.
Dr. Doug Vance Director of Juvenile Services introduced Lupe Washington as the new
Assistant Director of Juvenile Services.
Consider and take action on agenda items 3 - 14:
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3. Request from the Metropolitan Planning Organization for variance of the county's travel
policy regarding the maximum hotel rate of $85.00 for travel with no host hotel. Brad
McCaleb will be attending a Navigating MAP -21 Workshop and a MPO Executive
Meeting in Austin, Tx. Best rate available is $99.99.
ge Item 3.0 f
Motion: Approve, Moved by Commissioner Irma Cauley, Seconded by Commissioner
LLoyd Wassermann. Passed. 5 -0. Members voting Aye: Catalena, Cauley, Mallard,
Peters, Wassermann .
4. Request for out -of -state travel for Judge Smith to attend the annual meeting of the
American Bar Association in Boston on August 6 -10.
M Item 4.odf
Motion: Approve, Moved by Commissioner Irma Cauley, Seconded by County Judge
Duane Peters. Passed. 5 -0. Members voting Aye: Catalena , Cauley , Mallard , Peters ,
Wassermann.
5. Approval of the job description for Transition Training for County Judge, Class Code
213, Position 1.
ff Item 5.Odf
Motion: Approve, Moved by Commissioner Sammy Catalena, Seconded by
Commissioner Kenny Mallard. Passed. 5 -0. Members voting Aye: Catalena, Cauley,
Mallard, Peters, Wassermann .
6. Consideration of an amendment to the contract with Dudley Construction, Ltd. for the
Tax Office site work.
The Court approved an amendment to the Tax Office site work contract with Dudley
Construction Ltd. to exclude liquidated damages. Bill Ballard stated the court minutes
would serve as the amendment. No amendment attached.
Motion: Approve, Moved by Commissioner LLoyd Wassermann, Seconded by
Commissioner Kenny Mallard. Passed. 5 -0. Members voting Aye: Catalena, Cauley,
Mallard, Peters, Wassermann .
7. Consider and take action on the BTU utility permit to construct an aerial crossing located
on Hudspeth Road. Two new poles will also be placed within the right -of -way. This
project will provide electrical service to oil well. Site is located in Precinct 2.
C-- Item TO
Motion: Approve, Moved by Commissioner Sammy Catalena, Seconded by
Commissioner LLoyd Wassermann. Passed. 5 -0. Members voting Aye: Catalena,
Cauley, Mallard, Peters, Wassermann .
8. Consider and take action on the Final Plat of Heritage Lake Estates Phase 1; 45.10
Acres (44.93 Acres, 0.175 Acres Right of Way Dedication); Richardson Perry League,A-
44; (City of Bryan ETJ) Brazos County, Texas. Site is located in Precinct 2.
Of Item 8.Ddf
Motion: Approve, Moved by Commissioner Sammy Catalena, Seconded by
Commissioner Irma Cauley. Passed. 5 -0. Members voting Aye: Catalena, Cauley,
Mallard, Peters, Wassermann .
9. Tax Refund Applications for the following:
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a. James D. & Elizabeth McGill- overpayment - $87.40 b. M &M and Son
Corporation- overpayment - $76.68
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• a. James D. & Elizabeth McGill - overpayment $87.40
• b. M &M and Son Corporation - overpayment $76.68
Motion: Approve, Moved by Commissioner Irma Cauley, Seconded by Commissioner
Kenny Mallard. Passed. 5 -0. Members voting Aye: Catalena, Cauley, , Mallard , Peters,
Wassermann.
10. Budget Amendments.
Budget Amendments FY 13/14 40.1
ILI Item 10.odf
40.1 Transfer funds from General Fund Contingency to Court Support Civil
Motion: Approve, Moved by Commissioner Kenny Mallard, Seconded by Commissioner
Sammy Catalena. Passed. 5 -0. Members voting Aye: Catalena, Cauley, , Mallard,
Peters. Wassermann .
11. Personnel Change of Status.
Personnel Action Forms
=4 Item 11.odf
A copy of the Personnel Change of Status requests is attached.
Motion: Approve, Moved by Commissioner LLoyd Wassermann, Seconded by
Commissioner Sammy Catalena. Passed. 5 -0. Members voting Aye: Catalena,
Cauley, , Mallard, Peters, Wassermann .
12. Payment of Claims.
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Motion: Approve, Moved by Commissioner Sammy Catalena, Seconded by
Commissioner LLoyd Wassermann. Passed. 5 -0. Members voting Aye: Catalena,
Cauley, , Mallard, Peters, Wassermann .
13. Convene into Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071 to
consult with attorney about pending or contemplated litigation and /or a settlement offer.
It was determined that there was no need for an executive session.
14. Consider and possible action on Executive Session.
No action taken.
15. Sheriffs report on inmate population.
Sheriff Chris Kirk stated there were 674 inmates in jail, 54 have electronic monitors
and 6 are pending for monitors.
16. Announcement of interest items and possible future agenda topics.
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Bill Ballard, Civil Counsel informed the Court that the amendment for TIRZ 10
(Traditions) will be coming on a future agenda.
He also spoke on the plans for a historical log cabin in Brazos County. In order for the
project to move forward he said, there needs to be approval by the Court.
Commissioner Mallard asked for a cost assessment for maintaining the log cabin.
The County Judge said there will probably be a Special Meeting on Friday. Allen Segal,
local attorney has asked that the Court give them an extension of approximately six (6)
months to vacate the county building. This would delay our County Medical Clinic.
The County Judged continued on a different topic saying that he had received a request
from Easterwood airport to participate in a grant. This may be on the agenda for Friday
as well.
Commissioner Wassermann informed the Court that Keep Brazos Beautiful had
received the 2014 Governor's Community Achievement Award.
17. Call for Citizen input and /or concerns.
There was no citizen's input.
18. Adjourn.
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The foregoing minutes of the Commissioners Court meeting held July 22. 2014 have
been examined and are approved in open Court this j je day of
2014, in Bryan, Brazos County, Texas.
County Judge
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Commis 'oner, Precinct 2
Irma Cauley
Commissioner, recinct 4
Lloyd assermann
Commissioner, Precinct 1
Kenny Mall d
Commissioner, Precinct 3
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Karen McQueen
County Clerk
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Brazos County
Job Description
Last Updated: September 2012
Class Number: 213 Title: Transition Training
Pay Group: 17 Department: County Judge
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ACTION FORM
DEPARTMENT: Road & Bridge
MEETING DATE: July 22, 2014
SUBJECT: Utility Permit — Bryan Texas Utilities
Consider and take action on the BTU utility permit to construct an aerial crossing
located on Hudspeth Road. Two new poles will also be placed within the right -of -way.
This project will provide electrical service to oil well. Site is located in Precinct 2.
SUBMITTED BY:
Joq!y. Salvato
of Way Agent
APPROVED BY:
4 atalcna
Commissioner Precinct 2
This request is O APPROVED / DENIED L] by Commissioners' Court
Duane Peters, County Judge
DATE: 1 q�
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APPLICATION FOR ELECTRICAL UTILITY PERMIT
DESIGNATING PLACEMENT OF UTILITY IN COUNTY RIGHT OF WAY
TO: THE COUNTY ENGINEER OF BRAZOS COUNTY, TEXAS
Pursuant to the Texas Utility Code, Section 161.044, comes now BRYAN TEXAS UTILITIES [company
name], hereinafter referred to as "Company" a TEXAS [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 approval of the location to lay, construct, maintain, repair and/or operate lines 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
I Length of
Cr,"in
TYPE OF CONSTRUCTION
CHECK ONE
Distance
Bored
Jacked
Cased
Aerial
N 30 48' 48.44"
W 96 19' 44.36"
N 30 48'47,23"
W 96 19'.45.90"
195'
HUDSPETH ROAD
55'
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Facility Parallel County Road Within Right—Of--Way
Road Name and Block Number
From
To
Distance
HUDSPETH ROAD
(2900)
N 30 48' 48.44"
W 96 19' 44.36"
N 30 48'47,23"
W 96 19'.45.90"
195'
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 60 working days. (COMPANY MUST FILL IN).
If such construction is not begun by the 60'h day, Company will be required to apply for a new permit.
Company declares that prior to beginning construction/work, it will 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 privileges 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 and 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.
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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 the County Commissioners and the County Engineer in
construction of said installation attached hereto as BRAZOS COUNTY SAFETY AND ROAD
PRESERVATION STANDARDS FOR WORK CONDUCTED IN BRAZOS COUNTY RIGHTS OF
WAY and incorporated herein for reference.
In the event Company fails to oblohn a permit prior to the Installation or does not Install utilities in
compliance with Installation requirements sel forth herein (i.e. depth, location, etc), Company assures all
f tanciat responsibility for damages and/or destruction of lines, cables, etc, based upon its falture to
comply nvitin Brazos Comely requirements.
This permit is a revocable permit Brazos County reserves the right to revoke this permit at any time, inn
the sole discretion of Brazos Cornn% for interests of public health, sgfoty or rve{fare, or for faltu re to
repair any damages upon demand, orfor any other reason rleeuned snelcleut by Brazos County.
fit the event Companyfails to comply nvUh any or all of the requirements as sel forth herelu, the County
may take such action as it deems appropriate to compel compliance, including Injunctive relief. The
County Engineer further relalas the right to revoke this Permit by verbal uotycation to the
Appilcant/Compmny.
I allure to obtain this permit and/or notify the County Engineer's Q Tice nvlthin 24 hours of beginning
construction shall Considine grounds jor fob shutdown.
By signing below, 1 certify that I am authorized to represent the Company listed below, and that the
Company agrees to the conditionsiprovisions Included in this permit.
BRYAN TEXAS UTILITIES rBTUI
Company Name
David Hering
By:
Sigtt8tL
Senior Line Designer
Title
205E 28'h Street
Address
Bryan Texas 77805
City State Zip
979- 821 -5R65
Telephone Number
dheringfftlutilities.com
Email
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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 07 - I ? — kip{ except as noted below:
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BRAZOS COUNTY ROADWAY SAFETY AND ROAD
PRESERVATION STANDARDS FOR WORK CONDUCTED IN
BRAZOS COUNTY RIGHTS OF WAY
A. General Requirements
I. 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 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
niehttime traffic control measures pursuant to the TMUTCD;
b. ifconstruction is within ten (10) feet of the roadway; or
c. any work performed in the road right -of -way;
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2. Plan must be attached to the permit and kept at thejob site any time work is being performed.
3. Plan must set forth the time of completion for the job.
D. Design Standards
I. 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 181.045,
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.
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, 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 P
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.
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 orjacked. 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. TxDOT Standard Specification Item 476 shall be followed for all boring, jacking, tunneling
and joints.
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Bore Pits
a. no pits shall remain open longer 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;
E 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
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's Office an opportunity to inspect the site to ensure the integrity of
the County Right of Way and traffic safely controls used.
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F. Repairs to existing facilitles
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
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
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
Type of Pipeline (below deepest ditch arade) 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.
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BRAZOS COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS' COURT
ACTION FORM
DEPARTMENT Road and Bridge DEPT. NUMBER 56001000
DATE OF COURT MEETING: July 22, 2014
ITEM: Consider and take action on the Final Plat of Heritage Lake Estates Phase 1: 45.10
Acres (44.93 Acres. 0.175 Acres Right of Way Dedication): Richardson Perry League.
A -44: (City of Bryan ETJ) Brazos County, Texas. Site is located in Precinct 2.
SOURCE OF FUNDS: N/A
EXCEPTIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
NOTES:
• Owner/Developer: Kyle Development Group Partners, LTD
• Engineer /Surveyor: Schultz Engineering LLC/Kerr Surveying, LLC
SUBMITTED BY:
i
R. Alan Munger, P. .
County Engineer
L.",
ioner, Precinct 2
This Request is 1,,'APPROVED / DENIED [ ] by Commissioners' Court
E. uane Peters, County Judge
Date
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Appticauon for tuevetopment once use only.
Brazos County Subdivision and Development Regulations
Stuns County Engineering Department
7417 Hwy 21 West, Bryan, Texas 77803
(979)822-2t27
Matter Plan V Final Plat RC -Plat _ Amending Plat
Property Deserlptlon
Road anterior: st..p Hpa R R.
Legal Description: �.s ,o Acre rtan aaMareim P.rry L.acu.. act+ aax. ra.:rh. Teas+
Subdivision Description
Subdivision Name: H.ntage Lek. Estates. Phase 1
Total number of lots::, Let, Total Aueage: aa.a9 ant,
Prop"
'�Own er
name(s); Kilt DaveicnantGmvP.Mxs.LTD
Qarenthullingaddiew.
Phone number(s): °, �,•
Appllcaal or Authorized Agent, Engineer or Surveyor -
Name and Address; Kyle oavempmem Grwp Poe en LT]- Dco Kjit :5 Dax CTae,R4. Maarcia raaai 773Ea
l MaiG aumbct(dr Nt il. Mli
Name and AXid=: Sceula Em :rearm. LLC -Jm ScriAL 273e tarpon nave SW... Gawp Stager's 71915
Phone nutnber(s): 979.7a4 59oo
Application is for
Residential (.7 Mobile Home Park (J Commercial ( )
Other ( )
Is any orthe property located in a Floodplain or Flood Hazard a=? (yeslno)
Admwledpnmc the flood hamd bumdoy maps ed odW Goad duo used by grams County inevdusault hood hands m
puposed deedopmenn zee ouuidatd reuonaale and aavratc tur repduaryputpaa and zee tuned on roe bat ar.ilaWe sdendfic
adenainea4ta data On rare otxaaionit Brute Gonda sn and will occur and Good WSW may be inaeated by um-ruds W natural
calms Issuance of a Boodplain Permit in amordnoe with the Braces County Fland Dwupa PtevenHen Ordiesnoc don not imply
that dcvdapncm outside the arras Kspe id Good hLwd will be fires Gom flooding or flood damalpt Itarrnec of a penes Pull not
ante Nabairy m the pen car Burn County er wy onccer wemployce oeonaa counry in de evens flooding car nand damage doe
tmer .
la put or all of the property within an ETJ of a City? ", (yeslno)
Afill any construction occur in TxDOT rightof•ways? ^^ (yesino)
Application Check List:
Copies orfioished plat with coheuions (if any):
D 9 copies to Brazos County
0 One (1) copy to Brazos County Health Dept.
0 One (1) copy to Brazos County 911
0 One (1) copy to local Water District or Company
Letters of approval (to be sent by the approving institution directly to Brazos County Engineering):
0 Letter from Brazos County Health Dept — For onsite sewage evaluation.
0 Lester from Brazos County 911— For mad names.
0 Letter from Water District or Company. — Stating water availability, etc..
If property is within an ETJ ore city:
0 Approval Gotificatioo @vm approptialn city.
Applicant attest "they have signed this applicatlon in the capacity designated, if any, and fureacr attests
dw they have read document and the statement contained herein and any attached are true and factual. Ali
applicants are encouraged to review the County Regulations prior to any plat submittal. R is understood that
this application is not tshed or dated until all documents listed above are filed at the Brazos County
EugineeritigOf5c a not
blanks am filled in the application above.
Applicant's Signature �� �! L 7 �2 Date
County Witness
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BRAZOS COUNTY, TEXAS
BUDGET AMENDMENT(S) FOR THE 2013 -2014 BUDGET YEAR
NO. 13/14 40.1
On this the 22nd day of July 2014 at a regular meeting of the Commissioners' Court, the following
members were present:
A. Duane Peters, County Judge, Presiding
B. Lloyd Wassermann, Commissioner, Precinct I
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 22nd day of July 2014 the Court heard and approved a budget amendment for
the 2013 -2014 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 10 September 2013, the following
amendment(s) to the original budget are hereby authorized, as described on the attached page(s).
ADOPTED AND APPROVED this the 22nd day of July 2014.
THE COMMISSIONERS COURT OF BRAZOS COUNTY, TEXAS.
By: a -
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
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BRAZOS COUNTY, TEXAS
BUDGET AMENDMENTS
No. 13114 - 40.1
7122/2014
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PERSONNEL
CHANGE OF STATUS REQUESTS
Commissioner Court Date: July 22, 2014
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
County Judge
Jett, Jeffrey T
New Hire
Juvenile
Criddle, Steven
Trans w /in Dept
Edwards, Sonora
Other
Johnson, Christena
State Stipend
McKay, Victoria
Resignation
Tolmsoff, Shawn
Resignation
S.O. — Jail
Cruz, Dora
New Hire
Laub, Jason
New Hire
Rodriguez, Kristopher
New Hire
Santana, Guadalupe
New Hire
Approved in Commissioners' Court: Jul 22 014:
County Judge's or Commissioner's Signature:
(This Copy to be attached to minutes)
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