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Home My WebLink About2015-02-20 9:00AM SPECIAL MEETING`s Fj `F 1100 BRAZOSCOUNTY BRYAN,TEXAS MINUTES February 20, 2015 BRAZOS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT SPECIAL CALLED SESSION Minutes Call To Order. Signature Page.pdf l- File Stamped Aaendao_pdf A special meeting of the Commissioners' Court of Brazos County, Texas was held in suite 332 of the Brazos County Administration Building, 200 South Texas Avenue, in Bryan, Brazos County, Texas, beginning at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, February 20, 2015 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, Absent; Karen McQueen, County Clerk, Absent. 2. Approval of the following proclamations recognizing outstanding citizens who have made significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum and this community: . 15 -002 Lester Banks Jr. 15 -003 Chris Dyer 15 -004 Harold Eaton . 15 -005 Stephanie Eaton . 15 -006 Congressman William H. 'Bill' Flores Vol. � /% pg, /,! . 15 -007 Rev. Christopher Goins . 15 -008 Sheriff Christopher C. Kirk . 15 -009 Chief Randy McGregor . 15 -010 Milton Nowlin . 15 -011 State Rep. John Raney, District 14 15 -012 Arvitta L. Scott . 15 -013 Carol Wagner . 15 -014 Beverly B. Walker . 15 -015 Donald Zuris 0 Item 2.odf Motion: Approve, Moved by Commissioner Kenny Mallard, Seconded by Commissioner Sammy Catalena. Passed, 4 -0. Members voting Aye: Catalena , Mallard, Peters, Wassermann. Members Absent: Cauley. . Adjourn. Vol. Pg. /�G- 1 BRAZOSCOUNTY BRYAN,TEXAS SPECIAL CALLED SESSION Ct115 DEB I I ri 8-, 'I BRAZOS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT THE COMMISSIONERS COURT WILL MEET IN A SPECIAL CALLED SESSION ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2015 AT 9:00 AM IN THE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING, 200 SOUTH TEXAS AVENUE, SUITE 332, BRYAN, TEXAS. MEETING February 20, 2015 DATE: MEETING 9:00 AM TIME: MEETING Brazos County Administration Building, 200 S. Texas Ave., PLACE: Suite 332, Bryan, Texas Agenda 1, Call to order. 2. Approval of the following proclamations recognizing outstanding citizens who have made significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum and this community: • 15 -002 Lester Banks Jr. • 15 -003 Chris Dyer • 15 -004 Harold Eaton 15 -005 Stephanie Eaton • 15 -006 Conoressman William H. "Bill' Flores • 15.007 Rev. Christopher Goins • 15 -008 Sheriff Christopher C. Kirk 15 -009 Chief Randy McGregor • 15.010 Milton Nowlin Vol. _- Q �z� pg. /G/ e 15 -011 State Rep. John Raney, District 14 • 15 -012 Arvitta L. Scott • 15 -013 Carol Wanner • 15 -014 Beverly B. Walker • 15 -015 Donald Zuris 3. Adjourn. The Brazos County Administration Building, 200 S. Texas Ave., Suite 332, Bryan, Texas is wheelchair accessible. Handicap parking spaces am svellable. Any request for align interpretive services must be made two working days before the meeting. To make arrangements, please call (979) 381 -0102. Vol- o��% pg. 14,z- The foregoing minutes of the Commissioners Court Special Meeting held February 20, 2014, have been examined and are approved in open Court this the 3dday of WteCAI , 2015, in Bryan, Brazos County, Texas. Duane Peters County Judge S y Ca na Commissioner, Precinct 2 Commissioner, Precin04 Attest: Karen McQueen County Clerk A, "� ul';. &e44 -- Lloyd Wassermann Commissioner, Precinct 1 Kenny Mallardj Commissioner, Precinct 3 Vol. '21 % P9• -�tl.� Proclamation Honoring Lester Banks, Jr. In .Appreciation of Mrs Significant Contributions to the Brazos 'VaOzy .African .American Museum Whereas The African American National Historical Society and the Brazos Valley African American Museum are pleased to recognize fourteen (14) outstanding citizens who have made significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum and to this community; and Whereas The Brazos Valley African American Museum was dedicated and celebrated its grand opening on July 22, 2006 thanks in large part to the efforts, contributions and prayers of these outstanding citizens; and Whereas The Museum's membership started with over 50 citizens upon the grand opening of its doors; and Whereas The Museum continues to welcome new members of all races, creeds and ethnicities who have an appreciation for the wealth of diversity in the Brazos Valley now and throughout its history; and Whereas The Museum showcases through art exhibits the works of talented local artists, and offers educational enrichment programs to the general public. Now, Therefore, Be It Procra%med that the Commissioners Court of Brazos County, Texas does hereby recognize Lester Banks, Jr. in appreciation of his significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum in Bryan, Texas. Proc(aimedthis 20tI, day of bruary, 2015 in ryan, Braz County, Texas. V.G.tiar Duane Peters County Judge Commissioner Lloyd Wassermann Precinct CommissionIJ Kenny ikallard Precinct 3 ommis�si ner Sammy Catalena Precinct Commissioner Irma Cauley Precinct � 1i.Llll/ I Honoring Chris Dyer In Appreciation of 3 -L Significant Contributions to the Brazos IlaCley .African .American Auseum Whereas The African American National Historical Society and the Brazos Valley African American Museum are pleased to recognize fourteen (14) outstanding citizens who have made significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum and to this community; and Whereas The Brazos Valley African American Museum was dedicated and celebrated its grand opening on July 22, 2006 thanks in large part to the efforts, contributions and prayers of these outstanding citizens; and Whereas The Museums membership started with over 50 citizens upon the grand opening of its doors; and Whereas The Museum continues to welcome new members of all races, creeds and ethnicities who have an appreciation for the wealth of diversity in the Brazos Valley now and throughout its history; and Whereas The Museum showcases through art exhibits the works of talented local artists, and offers educational enrichment programs to the general public. Now, `therefore, Be It Procraimed that the Commissioners Court of Brazos County, Texas does hereby recognize Chris Dyer in appreciation of his significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum in Bryan, Texas. ProClaimedthis 20th day of FelQ;:Dua:ne razos County, Texas. Peters County Judge X " KJ a.ld/iis7Ld� Commissioner Lloyd Wassermann Precinct 1 Commissiofi& Kenny Mallard Precinct 3 1% ommissig er Sammy Catalena Precinct 2 Commissioner Irma Cauley Precinct 4 % �S 15-003 Proclamation Honoring Harold Eaton In .Appreciation of Mis Significant Contributions to the Brazos 'Vaffey .African .American Museum 'Whereas The African American National Historical Society and the Brazos Valley African American Museum are pleased to recognize fourteen (14) outstanding citizens who have made significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum and to this community; and 'Whereas The Brazos Valley African American Museum was dedicated and celebrated its grand opening on July 22, 2006 thanks in large part to the efforts, contributions and prayers of these outstanding citizens; and 'Whereas The Museums membership started with over 50 citizens upon the grand opening of its doors; and 'Whereas The Museum continues to welcome new members of all races, creeds and ethnicities who have an appreciation for the wealth of diversity in the Brazos Valley now and throughout its history; and 'Whereas The Museum showcases through art exhibits the works of talented local artists, and offers educational enrichment programs to the general public. Now, Therefore, Be It Proc6timed that the Commissioners Court of Brazos County, Texas does hereby recognize Harord Eaton in appreciation of his significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum in Bryan, Texas. Prociaimedthis 20th day of bru 15 in Bryan, Bt os County, Texas. Duane Peters County Judge �%vZ- 4.6 Comm&sioner I1oyd Wassermann Precinct 1 Commissiori Kenny allard Precinct 3 LVO-I- r ommissiy e Sammy Catalena Precinct 2 Commissioner hmma Cauley Precinct 4 W 15-004 Proclamation Honoring Stephanie Eaton In .Appreciation of 9ffer Sfgniftcant Contributions to the Brazos 'Vaffey .African .American .Museum 'Whereas The African American National Historical Society and the Brazos Valley African American Museum are pleased to recognize fourteen (14) outstanding citizens who have made significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum and to this community; and Whereas The Brazos Valley African American Museum was dedicated and celebrated its grand opening on July 22, 2006 thanks in large part to the efforts, contributions and prayers of these outstanding citizens; and -Whereas The Museum's membership started with over 50 citizens upon the grand opening of its doors, and - Whereas The Museum continues to welcome new members of all races, creeds and ethnicities who have an appreciation for the wealth of diversity in the Brazos Valley now and throughout its history; and - Whereas The Museum showcases through art exhibits the works of talented local artists, and offers educational enrichment programs to the general public. Now, 'therefore, Be It Proclaimed that the Commissioners Court of Brazos County, Texas does hereby recognize Stephanie Eaton in appreciation of her significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum in Bryan, Texas. Proclaimedthis 20th d of Febru 20 in\Bry Brazos County, Texas. V Duane Peters /— County Judge Commissioner Lloyd Wassermann Precinct 1 Commissioner Ylenny MalArd Precinct 3 E01 1 Commi-ssiprer Sammy Catalena Precinct 2 Commissioner Irma Cauley Precinct 4 P7 16,7 15 -005 Proclamation Honoring Congressman ' Wiffiam A "BIO,Cores In Appreciation of .3 t Signfant Contri&utions to the Brazos 'Valley .African .American Museum Whereas The African American National Historical Society and the Brazos Valley African American Museum are pleased to recognize fourteen (14) outstanding citizens who have made significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum and to this community; and Where" The Brazos Valley African American Museum was dedicated and celebrated its grand opening on July 22, 2006 thanks in large part to the efforts, contributions and prayers of these outstanding citizens; and Whereas The Museum's membership started with over 50 citizens upon the grand opening of its doors; and 'Whereas The Museum continues to welcome new members of all races, creeds and ethnicities who have an appreciation for the wealth of diversity in the Brazos Valley now and throughout its history; and Whereas The Museum showcases through art exhibits the works of talented local artists, and offers educational enrichment programs to the general public. NOW, Therefore, Be It ProcCaimed that the Commissioners Court of Brazos County, Texas does hereby recognize Congressman 'William H. "Bia" Flores in appreciation of his significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum in Bryan, Texas. Proclaimedthis 20th day of, ebruary, 2015 in Bq Hrase County, Texas. •L/ Duane Peters County Judge Commissioner Lloyd Wassermann Precinct Commissioner nny Malkard Precinct I—yol. --6)-1 GKftmissigrier Sammy Catalena Precinct 2 Commissioner Irma Cauley / p�Precinct 4 1M06 Proclamation HanortV Rev. Christopher Golns In .Appreciation of 3{is Signif % ant Contributtons to the Brazos 'VatCey .African .American Museum 'Whereas The African American National Historical Society and the Brazos Valley African American Museum are pleased to recognize fourteen (14) outstanding citizens who have made significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum and to this community; and 'Whereas The Brazos Valley African American Museum was dedicated and celebrated its grand opening on July 22, 2006 thanks in large part to the efforts, contributions and prayers of these outstanding citizens; and Whereas The Museums membership started with over 50 citizens upon the grand opening of its doors; and 'Whereas The Museum continues to welcome new members of all races, creeds and ethnicities who have an appreciation for the wealth of diversity in the Brazos Valley now and throughout its history; and 'Whereas The Museum showcases through art exhibits the works of talented local artists, and offers educational enrichment programs to the general public. Now, Therefore, Be It Proclaimed that the Commissioners Court of Brazos County, Texas does hereby recognize Rev. Christopher goins in appreciation of his significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum in Bryan, Texas. Procfaimedthis 20th day e ary, 20 r Z Duane Peters County Judge Commissioner Lloyd Wassermann Precinct 1 CommissiApl Kenny h and Precinct 3 CosunisIpAi Sammy Catalena Precinct 2 Commissioner Irma Cauley Precinct4 Vol. �z 7 pg. I/ �L 1 15-007 Proclamation onoring Sheriff Christopher C. Xirk In .Appreciation of 3riis Signiftcant Contributions to the Brazos tiaaC y .African .American Nuseum 'Whereas The African American National Historical Society and the Brazos Valley African American Museum are pleased to recognize fourteen (14) outstanding citizens who have made significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum and to this community; and -Whereas The Brazos Valley African American Museum was dedicated and celebrated its grand opening on July 22, 2006 thanks in large part to the efforts, contributions and prayers of these outstanding citizens; and Whereas The Museums membership started with over 50 citizens upon the grand opening of its doors; and "Whereas The Museum continues to welcome new members of all races, creeds and ethnicities who have an appreciation for the wealth of diversity in the Brazos Valley now and throughout its history; and Whereas The Museum showcases through art exhibits the works of talented local artists, and offers educational enrichment programs to the general public. Now, Therefore, Be It Proclaimed that the Commissioners Court of Brazos County, Texas does hereby recognize Sheriff Christopher C. Xirk in appreciation of his significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum in Bryan, Texas. Proclaimedthis 20th day ofrFeb—ru-'ary `2015 ' ryan, r County, Texas. Duane Peters County Judge Commissioner Lloyd Wassermann Precinct 1 Commissioner envy Ma116d Precinct 3 ommisgi ner Sammy Catalena Precinct 2 Commissioner Irma Cauley Precinct 4 von. g/ 7 p�._l2U 15 -008 Proclamation HanorbW Chief Randy McGregor In .Ayyreciation of Nis Signiftcant Contributions to the Brazos 'Vatliy African American Museum Whereas The African American National Historical Society and the Brazos Valley African American Museum are pleased to recognize fourteen (14) outstanding citizens who have made significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum and to this community, and 'Whereas The Brazos Valley African American Museum was dedicated and celebrated its grand opening on July 22, 2006 thanks in large part to the efforts, contributions and prayers of these outstanding citizens; and Whereas The Museums membership started with over 50 citizens upon the grand opening of its doors; and 'Whereas The Museum continues to welcome new members of all races, creeds and ethnicities who have an appreciation for the wealth of diversity in the Brazos Valley now and throughout its history; and Whereas The Museum showcases through art exhibits the works of talented local artists, and offers educational enrichment programs to the general public. Now, Therefore, Be It Procfaimed that the Commissioners Court of Brazos County, Texas does hereby recognize Chief Randy McGregor in appreciation of his significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum in Bryan, Texas. Proclaimedthis 20th day Fe m ry azos County, Texas. Duane Peters / County Judge Commissioner Lloyd Wassermann Precinct 1 Commissioner k�nny Mat4rd Precinct 3 ommi oner Sammy Catalena Precinct 2 Commissioner Irma Cauley Precinct 4 15-009 Proclamation Himoring .Milton Now(In In .Appreciation of 3lis Signif-icant Contributions to the Brazos "VatTey .African .American Museum "Whereas The African American National Historical Society and the Brazos Valley African American Museum are pleased to recognize fourteen (14) outstanding citizens who have made significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum and to this community; and 'Whereas The Brazos Valley African American Museum was dedicated and celebrated its grand opening on July 22, 2006 thanks in large part to the efforts, contributions and prayers of these outstanding citizens; and ''Whereas The Museums membership started with over 50 citizens upon the grand opening of its doors; and 'Whereas The Museum continues to welcome new members of all races, creeds and ethnicities who have an appreciation for the wealth of diversity in the Brazos Valley now and throughout its history; and 'Whereas The Museum showcases through art exhibits the works of talented local artists, and offers educational enrichment programs to the general public. Now, Therefore, Be It ProCCaimed that the Commissioners Court of Brazos County, Texas does hereby recognize Nifton NowCtn in appreciation of his significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum in Bryan, Texas. ProClaimedthis 20th day o eb 0 in Bryan, Bra os ounty, Texas. Duane Peters County Judge Conunissioner Lloyd Wassermann Precinct 1 Commissionei Cenny M • and Precinct 3 *�� Catalena .� . -r Commissioner Irma Cauley Precinct 4 15-010 Vol. .2-/ 7 pg. ,Z� Proclamation Honoring State Rep. John Raney, District 14 In .Appreciation of 5fis Significant Contributions to the Brazos "Vaffey .African .American Museum Whereas The African American National Historical Society and the Brazos Valley African American Museum are pleased to recognize fourteen (14) outstanding citizens who have made significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum and to this community, and Whereat The Brazos Valley African American Museum was dedicated and celebrated its grand opening on July 22, 2006 thanks in large part to the efforts, contributions and prayers of these outstanding citizens; and 'Whereat The Museums membership started with over 50 citizens upon the grand opening of its doors; and Whereat The Museum continues to welcome new members of all races, creeds and ethnicities who have an appreciation for the wealth of diversity in the Brazos Valley now and throughout its history; and Whereat The Museum showcases through art exhibits the works of talented local artists, and offers educational enrichment programs to the general public. Now, `therefore, Be It Procraimed that the Commissioners Court of Brazos County, Texas does hereby recognize State Rep. John Raney, District 14 in appreciation of his significant contributions to the Brazos Valley. African American Museum in Bryan, Texas. Prorlailnedthis 20th day of ebruary, 01 m Bryan, Braz County, Texas. Duane Peters County Judge F444ZC#PL4'1ft- Comn&sioner Lloyd Wassermann Precinct 1 Commissioner envy M and Precinct 3 4 OE C ssiojx r Sammy Catalena Precinct 2 Commissioner Irma Cauley Precinct 4 Vol. __ P9•—ZZ--L 15 -011 Proclamation 3fonoring .Arvitta 1. Scott In .Appreciation of Her Significant Contributions to the Brazos valley .African .American Museum 'Whereas The African American National Historical Society and the Brazos Valley African American Museum are pleased to recognize fourteen (14) outstanding citizens who have made significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum and to this community; and 'Whereas The Brazos Valley African American Museum was dedicated and celebrated its grand opening on July 22, 2006 thanks in large part to the efforts, contributions and prayers of these outstanding citizens; and 'Whereas The Museums membership started with over 50 citizens upon the grand opening of its doors; and 'Whereas The Museum continues to welcome new members of all races, creeds and ethnicities who have an appreciation for the wealth of diversity in the Brazos Valley now and throughout its history; and 'Whereas The Museum showcases through art exhibits the works of talented local artists, and offers educational enrichment programs to the general public. Now, Therefore, Be It Proclaimed that the Commissioners Court of Brazos County, Texas does hereby recognize .ArVitta L. Scott in appreciation of her significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum in Bryan, Texas. Proclaimedthis 20th day of ebruary; 2015 ' ryan, s County, Texas. Duane Peters r County Judge �cJG.esu- �rt-�- Commissioner Lloyd Wassermann Precinct 1 Commissioner Qiny Malla Precinct 3 omnuss' ier Sammy Catalena Precinct 2 Commissioner Irma Cauley Precinct 4 15-012 Proclamation Honorirg CaroC^Wagner In .Appreciation of Her Signfftcant Contributions to the Brazos "Valley .?African .American Museum Whereas The African American National Historical Society and the Brazos Valley African American Museum are pleased to recognize fourteen (14) outstanding citizens who have made significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum and to this community; and "Whereas The Brazos Valley African American Museum was dedicated and celebrated its grand opening on July 22, 2006 thanks in large part to the efforts, contributions and prayers of these outstanding citizens; and Whereas The Museums membership started with over 50 citizens upon the grand opening of its doors; and Whereas The Museum continues to welcome new members of all races, creeds and ethnicities who have an appreciation for the wealth of diversity in the Brazos Valley now and throughout its history; and 'Whereas The Museum showcases through art exhibits the works of talented local artists, and offers educational enrichment programs to the general public. Now, Therefore, Be It Proclaimed that the Commissioners Court of Brazos County, Texas does hereby recognize Caro(Wagn.er in appreciation of her significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum in Bryan, Texas. Proclaimedthis 20th day of February, 2415 ' an, County, Texas. Duane Peters County Judge 1°%1- tjc& -. Commissioner Lloyd Wassermann Precinct 1 Commissioner lQny Mall Precinct 3 I ommissio r Sammy Catalena Precinct 2 Commissioner Irma Cauley Precinct 4 Proclamation Honoring BeverCy B. 'WaCker In .Appreciation of Her Signfftcant Contributions to the Brazos "Valley .African .American Museum - Whereas The African American National Historical Society and the Brazos Valley African American Museum are pleased to recognize fourteen (14) outstanding citizens who have made significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum and to this community; and 'Whereas The Brazos Valley African American Museum was dedicated and celebrated its grand opening on July 22, 2006 thanks in large part to the efforts, contributions and prayers of these outstanding citizens; and 'Whereas The Museums membership started with over 50 citizens upon the grand opening of its doors; and Whereas The Museum continues to welcome new members of all races, creeds and ethnicities who have an appreciation for the wealth of diversity in the Brazos Valley now and throughout its history; and 'Whereas The Museum showcases through art exhibits the works of talented local artists, and offers educational enrichment programs to the general public. Now, Therefore, Be It Procraimed that the Commissioners Court of Brazos County, Texas does hereby recognize BeverCy B. 'Walaer in appreciation of her significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum in Bryan, Texas. Proclaimedthis 20�h day of rev ,e 14 ComAssioner Lloyd Wassermann Precinct Commission&,,3Cenny M4ard Precinct 3 .5 in ryan, Brazos ounty, Texas. Duane Peters County Judge - Commissia er Sammy Catalena Precinct 2 Commissioner Irma Cauley Precinct 4 15-014 Procfamatim Honoring DonaCd Zuris In Appreciation of 9-Cis Signiftcant Contributions to the Brazos TatTey African American Museum -Whereas The African American National Historical Society and the Brazos Valley African American Museum are pleased to recognize fourteen (14) outstanding citizens who have made significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum and to this community; and 'Whereas The Brazos Valley .African American Museum was dedicated and celebrated its grand opening on July 22, 2006 thanks in large part to the efforts, contributions and prayers of these outstanding citizens; and Whereas The Museums membership started with over 50 citizens upon the grand opening of its doors; and Whereas The Museum continues to welcome new members of all races, creeds and ethnicities who have an appreciation for the wealth of diversity in the Brazos Valley now and throughout its history; and -Whereas The Museum showcases through art exhibits the works of talented local artists, and offers educational enrichment programs to the general public. .Now, T(Lerefore, Be It ProcCaimed that the Commissioners Court of Brazos County, Texas does hereby recognize Donafd Zuris in appreciation of his significant contributions to the Brazos Valley African American Museum in Bryan, Texas. Proc(aimedthis 20th day o Febru T2015 ifrBry 1 B os County, Texas. l..l Duane Peters County Judge `�OsitQ Commis ' er Sammy Catalena Commissioner Lloyd Wassermann Precinct 2 Precinct Commissions envy Ma and Precinct Commissioner Irma Cauley Precinct 15 -015