NOTICE OF MEETING
FORT BEND COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
SECOND FLOOR, FORT BEND COUNTY COURTHOUSE
401 JACKSON STREET, RICHMOND, TEXAS
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
1:00 P.M.

AGENDA
             
1. Call to Order.
 
2.

Invocation and Pledges of Allegiance by Commissioner Dexter L. McCoy.        
 
3. Approve minutes of regular meeting held on August 22, 2023.             
 
4. Public Comments regarding the Agenda and Announcements.
 
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS:  1:00 p.m.: 
 
A. Engineering: Conduct Public Hearing and take all appropriate action on the following matters:
 
  Acceptance of the following traffic control plans:

 
1. Fry Road within Street Dedication Plat of Fry and Peek Roads, Precinct 1;
2. Briscoe Falls All Section, Precinct 1;
3. Hunt Road Phase 2, Precinct 1;
4. Southern Colony Section 4A, Precinct 2;
5. Stonecreek Estates Section 11, Precinct 2;
6. Farmer Road, Precinct 4;
7. Harvest Home Drive Street Dedication and Reserves Section 3, Precinct 4;
8. Harvest Green, Section 34, Precinct 4;
9. Harvest Green, Section 35, Precinct 4;
10. Harvest Green, Section 36, Precinct 4;
11. Harvest Green, Section 37, Precinct 4;
12. Harvest Green, Section 38, Precinct 4; 
13. Harvest Green, Section 39, Precinct 4; and
14. Harvest Green, Section 40, Precinct 4.

 
 
B. Budget and Finance: Conduct Public Hearing on the following matters:
 
1.   Conduct public hearings on the proposal to increase the 2023 tax rate for Fort Bend County.
 
2.   Conduct Public Hearing on the Proposed FY2024 budget for Fort Bend County, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 111.067.
 
C. Economic Development: Conduct Public Hearing on the following matter:
 
  Conduct Public Hearing on the Creation of Fort Bend County Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) No. 2, Precinct 2 within Fort Bend County.
 
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS: 6-24
 
6. Record into Minutes the out-of-state travel by Elected Officials. 
 
A.   County Attorney: B. Smith - Lawson to Chicago, Illinois, October 17, 2023 through October 20, 2023, to attend the National Association of Bond Lawyers (NABL). (Fund: County Attorney - Travel)
 
B.   County Court at Law No 6: D. Hrbacek to Albuquerque, New Mexico, September 24, 2023 through September 28, 2023, to attend Courting Judicial Excellence: A Juvenile Justice Judicial Training Institute. (Fund: Travel and Training)
 
C.   County Judge: Ratify travel for Judge KP George to Washington, D.C., July 18, 2023 through July 20, 2023, to attend executive meeting in the White House. (Fund: Non-Departmental - Travel)
 
7.

OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL:   Approve out-of-state travel requests for County personnel:
 
A.   Commissioner Precinct 3: Approve out-of-state travel for A. Van Chau to Washington, D.C., September 24, 2023 through September 27, 2023, to attend the U.S. Chamber Foundation’s Pre-Conference Leadership Session and TPM NLN Fall Summit 2023. (Fund: Travel)
 
B.   County Attorney: Approve out-of-state travel for K. Cannata and R. Krueger to New Orleans, Louisiana, October 1, 2023 through October 3, 2023, to attend the 2023 Appellate Advocacy Seminar (Fund: Travel)
 
C.   County Attorney: Approve out-of-state travel for M. Turner and L. Lary to Chicago, Illinois October 17, 2023 through October 20, 2023, to attend the National Association of Bond Lawyers (NABL). (Fund: County Attorney - Travel)
 
D.   County Judge: Approve out-of-state travel for S. Smith and S. Khawaja to Washington, D.C., September 27, 2023 through September 29, 2023, to attend the Learners are Leaders DC Trip. (Fund: County Judge - Travel)
 
E.   County Judge: Approve out-of-state travel for S. Smith to Charlotte, North Carolina, October 17, 2023 through October 22, 2023, to attend the rescheduled National Organization of Black County Officials (NOBCO) Conference. (Fund: County Judge - Travel)
 
F.   Emergency Medical Services: Approve out-of-state travel for A. Rooker to Norman, Oklahoma, October 15, 2023 through October 21, 2023, to attend the International Police Mountain Bike Association Instructor Training. (Fund: Travel)
 
G.   Information Technology: Ratify out-of-state travel for T. Vuong to San Diego, California, July 9, 2023 through July 16, 2023, to attend the ESRI User Conference. (Fund: Information Technology- Travel)
 
H.   Medical Examiner: Approve out-of-state travel for V. Podduturi to San Jose, California, October 13, 2023 through October 17, 2023, to attend the National Association of Medical Examiners 2023 Annual Conference. (Fund: Travel)
 
I.   Tax Office: Approve correction to out-of-state travel, previously approved by Commissioners Court on July 25, 2023 so it reads: Approve out-of-state travel for A. Woodard to Washington, D.C, September 19, 2023 through September 24, 2023, to attend the Congressional Black Caucus 52nd Annual Legislative Conference.
 
8. COMMISSIONER, PCT. 2:
 
A.   Approve reappointment of Horace Allison to represent Fort Bend County on the Board of Directors for the City of Houston Reinvestment Zone No. 25.
 
B.   Approve Interlocal Project Agreement between Fort Bend County and the Village of Fairchilds to reconstruct and overlay Megan Road and Needville-Fairchilds from FM 361 to Oberrender; Fort Bend County will provide all man hours, equipment hours and up to $234,632.86 in materials costs, Village of Fairchilds agrees to reimburse Fort Bend County $21,500 for a portion of materials used. (Fund: Road & Bridge)
 
9. COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3:
 
  Approve the reappointment of Rashid Khokhar and Sam Galyon to the Fort Bend County Levee Improvement District No. 2 Board of Directors for a four (4) year term ending September 10, 2027.
 
10. AUDITOR:
 
  Approve monthly Financial Report prepared by County Auditor for the nine months ended June 30, 2023, pursuant to Local Government Code Section 114.023.
 
             
11. BUDGET TRANSFER(s):
 
A.   Commissioner Precinct 4: Approve transfer in the amount of $9,906 from Temporary/Part-Time and Information Technology into Travel and Training to allocate funds to cover travel and training expenses.
 
B.   County Attorney: Approve transfer in the amount of $581 from Fees and Services into Information Technology to allocate funds for the purchase of one (1) printer.
 
C.   Department of Public Safety: Approve transfer in the amount of $500 from Department of Public Safety - Fees into Information Technology to allocate funds for the purchase of flash drives.
 
D.   District Attorney: Approve transfer in the amount in of $6,100 from District Attorney - Fees into Information Technology Department - Fees to allocate fees to cover the cost of software invoices.
 
E.   Fire Marshal: Approve transfer in the amount of $100,000 from Salaries into Overtime to allocate funds for overtime.
 
F.   Sheriff Office: Approve transfer in the amount of $653,000 from Salaries into Overtime to allocate funds for overtime expenses.
 
G.   Sheriff's Office - Commissary: Approve transfer in the amount of $2,466 from Commissary Reimburse (Increase) into Accounts listed on Chiefs' form dated August 24, 2023 to amend budget pursuant to Local Government Code Section 111.07075 and allocate revenue received from Commissary into accounts for expenditures through July 2023.
 
H.   Vehicle Maintenance: Approve transfer in the amount of $3,675 from Vehicle Maintenance - Supplies & Maintenance into Information Technology to allocate funds for the purchase of network cable and Wi-Fi connection.
 
             
12. COUNTY ATTORNEY:
 
  Accept and record the generous donation by Texas Adult Protective Services (APS) to fund three attendees of the Fort Bend County Attorney’s Office to attend the 40th Annual Adult Protective Services (APS) Conference to be held in Austin, Texas, October 10, 2023 through October 13, 2023. 
 
13. ENGINEERING-PAYMENTS:
 
  Approve correction to the following Agenda Items by modifying the funding source as follows: Mobility Bonds/ Bond Referendum (regarding Project 20320x).

 
1. Agenda Item 14B.3 approved by Commissioners Court on April 25, 2023; and
2. Agenda Item 24G approved by Commissioners Court on March 14, 2023
 
14. ENGINEERING PERMITS:
 
A. ENGINEERING-PERMITS, BONDS: 
 
1.   Approve the release of the Perpetual Bond from SureTec Insurance Company for Environmental Allies, Inc.
 
2.   Approve the acceptance of the Perpetual Bond and Rider from Travelers Casualty and Surety Company of America for CTC Concrete Inc.
 
3.   Approve the acceptance of the Perpetual Bond from Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company for Dimas Bros. Construction, L.L.C.
 
4.   Approve the acceptance of the Perpetual Bond from SureTec Insurance Company for Ezee Fiber Texas LLC.
 
             
B. ENGINEERING-PERMITS, PCT. 1:
 
1.   Approve release of Performance Bond from Skylark Construction/Bovay Engineers, Inc. for work completed along Hunt Road, Permit No. 2022-52715, Precinct 1.
 
2.   Approve release of Performance Bond from Wang Shin for work completed along Lake Sydney Drive, Permit No. 2023-59070, Precinct 1.
 
3.   Approve permit application from CTC Concrete Inc. install a drainage outlet along Holmes Road for Foster Creek Veterinary Clinic, Permit No. 2023-63826, Precinct 1.
 
4.   Approve permit application from Hurtado Construction Company to install a residential street connection to Love Road for Fulshear Lakes Way Phase II, Permit No. 2023-63501, Precinct 1.
 
5.   Approve permit application from Partners in Building LP/PIB to install a residential driveway at 3910 Bowser Road, Permit No. 2023-63714, Precinct 1.
 
6.   Approve permit application from Partners in Building LP/PIB to install a residential driveway at 3902 Bowser Road, Permit No. 2023-63715, Precinct 1
 
7.   Approve permit application from Partners in Building LP/PIB to install a residential driveway at 3906 Bowser Road, Permit No. 2023-63716, Precinct 1.
 
8.   Approve permit application from Partners in Building LP/PIB to install a residential driveway at 3830 Bowser Road, Permit No. 2023-63717, Precinct 1.
 
9.   Approve permit application from CenterPoint Energy to install a gas line along Fulshear School Road, Bowfin Court, and Sheffields Leader, Permit No. 2022-53461, Precinct 1.
 
10.   Approve permit application from Comcast of Houston, LLC to install fiber optic cable along Greenbusch Road, Permit No. 2023-59265, Precinct 1.
 
11.   Approve permit application from Weekley Homes, LLC (David Weekley) to install a residential driveway at 4510 Pomegranate Pass, Permit No. 2023-63722, Precinct 1.
 
12.   Approve permit application from Hurtado Construction Company to install three drainage outfalls into Brookshire Creek, Permit No. 2023-64147, Precinct 1.
 
13.   Approve permit application from Hurtado Construction Company to install a temporary driveway along Jordan Ranch Boulevard for Jordan Ranch Boulevard Street Dedication 1, Permit No. 2023-63941, Precinct 1.
 
14.   Approve permit application from Allgood Construction Company, Inc. to install a temporary construction driveway along Fulshear Bend Drive for Cross Creek West Section 9, Permit No. 2023-64190, Precinct 1.
 
15.   Approve permit application from Broadway Construction, LLC/Magnolia H LLC to install a commercial driveway along Plantation Drive and two commercial driveways along Harlem Road for Plantation Retail Center, Permit No. 2023-64084, Precinct 1.
 
16.   Approve permit application from CenterPoint Energy to install a gas line crossing connection at 28105 S Firethorne Road, Permit No. 2023-63883, Precinct 1.
 
C. ENGINEERING-PERMITS, PCT. 2:
 
1.   Approve release of the Performance Bond from A.R. TURNKEE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY INC. for work completed along Linda Street and Talisman Drive, Permit No. 2020-36561, Precinct 2.
 
2.   Approve permit application from Docks Decks & Bulkheads LLC to install two utility conduits crossing under drainage lateral II-B-10, Permit 2023-64055, Precinct 2.
 
3.   Approve permit application from Dimas Bros Construction, L.L.C. to install a temporary construction driveway along Matador Drive for Caldwell Ranch section 9, Permit No. 2023-63880, Precinct 2.
 
4.   Approve permit application from Hidden Oaks Equipment, Inc. to install a temporary construction driveway along Tipton Meadow Way, Permit No. 2023-64032, Precinct 2.
 
5.   Approve permit application from Comcast of Houston, LLC to install fiber optic cable along Steep Band Trace, Inglewood Drive, and Poets Corner Court, Permit No. 2023-63823, Precinct 2.
 
6.   Approve permit application from Byrdson Services, LLC dba Excello Homes to remove and replace a residential driveway at 834 Coen Road, Permit No. 2023-63550, Precinct 2.
 
7.   Approved permit application from Starlight Home Texas LLC/Odyssey Engineering Group to utilize an existing temporary construction driveway along Vacek Road for Vacek Pointe Subdivision, Permit No. 2023-64057, Precinct 2.
 
D. ENGINEERING-PERMITS, PCT. 3:
 
1.   Approve release of the Performance Bond from Online Directional Boring, LP/Byers Engineering Company for work completed along University Boulevard, Permit No. 2020-38529, Precinct 3.
 
2.   Approve permit application from Antonio Dilay to install a residential driveway at 11010 Burney Road, Permit No. 2023-64094, Precinct 3.
 
3.   Approve permit application from Southwestern Bell Telephone Company dba AT&T Texas/Pivotal Communications, LLC to install fiber optic cable, manhole, and new cabinet along Florence Road, Permit No. 2023-63822, Precinct 3.
 
4.   Approve permit application from Comcast of Houston, LLC to install fiber optic cable along Old Richmond Road, Permit No. 2023-62104, Precinct 3.
 
5.   Approve permit application from Windstream Sugar Land, LLC to install fiber optic cable along Old Richmond Road, Stratford Green Drive, Pecan Acres Drive, Orchard Bend Drive, Stratford Heights Drive, and Stratford Manor Drive, Permit No. 2023-63913, Precinct 3.
 
6.   Approve permit application from Windstream Sugar Land, LLC to install fiber optic cable along Eves Landing Court, Pheasant Creek Drive, Fairway Glen Court, Noble Hollow Drive, Millers Oak Lane, and Old Richmond Road, Permit No. 2023-63912, Precinct 3.
 
7.   Approve permit application from MCIMetro Access Transmission Services Corp One Verizon/Eagle Eye Permitting & Design LLC to install fiber optic cable along Clouston Avenue and West Bellfort, Permit No. 2023-63985, Precinct 3.
 
8.   Approve permit application from Windstream Sugar Land, LLC to install fiber optic cable along Stratford Mill Lane, Stratford Creek Drive, Stratford Heights Drive, and Maple Green Drive, Permit No. 2023-64095, Precinct 3.
 
9.   Approve permit application from CenterPoint Energy to relocate a streetlight at 18321 West Airport Boulevard, Permit No. 2023-64148, Precinct 3.
 
E. ENGINEERING-PERMITS, PCT. 4:
 
1.   Approve permit application from Fellers & Clark LP to install a temporary construction driveway along Trillium Bend Lane for Westmoor Drive Street Dedication project, Permit No. 2023-63476, Precinct 4.
 
2.   Approve permit application from Accutex Construction LLC/M Lanza Engineering to install a commercial driveway and a drainage outlet at 9901 Gaines Road, Permit No. 2023-64007, Precinct 4.
 
3.   Approve permit application from Comcast of Houston, LLC to install fiber optic cable along Fenske Lane, Band Road, Kueck Road, Kunz Road, Cottonwood School Road, and Sims Road, Permit No. 2023-63825, Precinct 4.
 
4.   Approve permit application from Hotwire Communications, LTD./LJA Engineering to install aerial attachments to existing poles along Cottonwood Church Road and Millers Pass Drive, Permit No. 2023-64059, Precinct 4.
 
5.   Approve permit application from Comcast of Houston, LLC to install fiber optic cable along the West Park Toll Road, Permit No. 2023-64134, Precinct 4.
 
6.   Approve permit application from Southwestern Bell Telephone Company dba AT&T Texas/GCP Technologies to install fiber optic cable along Rancho Bella Parkway and Via Mazzini Way, Permit No. 2023-64115, Precinct 4.
 
7.   Approve permit application from Windstream Sugar Land, LLC to relocate fiber optic cable along Sartartia Road and Pecan Grove Lane, Permit No. 2023-64008, Precinct 4.
 
8.   Approve permit application from Southwestern Bell Telephone Company dba AT&T Texas/GCP Technologies to install fiber optic cable along Weldridge Drive and Highland Way Lane, Permit No. 2023-63876, Precinct 4.
 
9.   Approve permit application from Gonzalez Construction Enterprise, Inc to install two residential street tie-ins along Harlem Road for Indigo Section One, Permit No. 2023-63910, Precinct 4.
 
10.   Approve permit application from CenterPoint Energy to install a gas line along Doris Road and across Mockingbird Passage Drive and Ember Avenue, Permit No. 2023-63873, Precinct 4.
 
11.   Approve permit application from Hurtado Construction Company to install a temporary driveway along Harvest Home Drive, Permit No. 2023-64123, Precinct 4.
 
12.   Approve permit application from Dairwood Development LP/Richfield to install a commercial driveway along Bellaire Boulevard approximately 1,700 feet east of 8020 FM 723, Permit No. 2023-63966, Precinct 4.
 
13.   Approve permit application from Gonzalez Construction Enterprise, Inc. to install a residential street tie-in along Finney Vallet Road for Brookewater Section 1, Permit No. 2023-63874, Precinct 4.
 
14.   Approve permit application from ISJ Underground Utilities, LLC to install a waterline along Williams Way Boulevard, including a sanitary sewer force main along Williams Way Boulevard, Sansbury Boulevard, Rabbs Bayou Tributary, and Rabbs Bayou, Permit No. 2023-63881, Precinct 4.
 
15.   Approve permit application from Lobo Paving, Inc. to widen an existing residential driveway at 6803 Fenske Lane, Permit No. 2023-63127, Precinct 4.
 
16.   Approve permit application from Comcast of Houston, LLC to install fiber optic cable along Harlem Road, Permit No. 2023-63129, Precinct 4.
 
17.   Approve permit application from Comcast of Houston, LLC to install fiber optic cable along Old Richmond Road, Permit No. 2023-61582, Precinct 4.
 
15. ENGINEERING-DEVELOPMENT:
 
A.   Approve correction to Agenda Item 27E.4 approved by Commissioners Court on August 22, 2023 to correct the Parcel Number to read: Authorization to purchase Parcel R41560_06, in the amount of $28,268.20 plus the necessary costs, authorize the County Judge to sign all closing documents regarding Koeblen Rd Seg. 3, Mobility Bond Project No. 20115, Precincts 1 and 4; and authorize County Clerk to record said deed and related documents in the Official Public Records at no cost. (Fund: Mobility Bonds / Bond Referendum)
 
B.   Accept the bond rider for Vacek Country Meadows, Section 2 reducing it from $366,870.00 to $183,435.00, Precinct 2.
 
C.   Accept the streets in Tamarron West Section 1: Barrymoor Trace 853.26 LF, Lambley Garden Court 331.70 LF, Tamarron Parkway (West Bound) 1,320.00 LF, Tamarron Parkway (East Bound) 1,286.12 LF, for a total of 3,791.12 LF and release the bond and rider in the amount of $272,300.00, Precinct 1.
 
D.   Accept the streets in West Firethorne Road Sec. 2 Street Dedication: West Firethorne Road 572.01 LF and release the bond in the amount of $80,220.00, Precinct 1.
 
E.   Accept the streets in Caldwell Ranch Section 5: Caldwell Ranch Boulevard 278.52 LF, Pygmy Park Lane 628.83 LF, Curly Angora Court 706.00 LF, Murciana Drive 1,299.20 LF, Kinder Sky Lane 1,089.26 LF, Sleek Flock Lane 1,402.45 LF, Tall Shire Court 305.25 LF, Brumbly Lane 787.98 LF, Texel Street 151.05 LF, Dairy Prairie Drive 558.22 LF for a total of 7,206.76 and release the bond in the amount of $541,947.70, Precinct 2.
 
F.   Accept the streets in Southern Colony Section 4B: Rose Petals Lane 1,019.54 LF, Desert Pea Lane 377.65 LF, Sunset Colony Drive 144.50 LF, Acacia Park Lane 425.27 LF, Amaryllis Court 353.80 LF, Viola Court 110.04 LF, Southern Colony Avenue 1,379.77 LF, Sacred Lotus Lane 240.00 LF, Petunia Falls Lane 408.77 LF, Aster Glen Way 1,014.93 LF, Autumn Flats Way 338.86 LF for a total of 5,813.13 LF and release the bond in the amount of $406,920.16, Precinct 2.
 
G.   Accept the streets in Sienna Section 36: Forest Lake Drive 766.48 LF, Carriage Light Court 386.38 LF for a total of 1,152.86 LF and release the bond in the amount of $87,700.20, Precinct 2.
 
H.   Accept the streets in Sienna Section 43: Cathedral Bend Drive 439.67 LF, Lantern Light Drive 550.66 LF, Crystal Stream Drive 429.69 LF for a total of 1,420.02 LF and release the bond in the amount of $99,401.40, Precinct 2.
 
I.   Accept the streets in Stewart Heights Section 14: Overbrook Willow Way 337.87 LF, Lightfield Ridge Lane 160.00 LF, Dunstable Manor Lane 975.54 LF, Padova Creek Court 302.21 LF, Emerald Terrace Trail $275.31, Andover Birch Drive 577.57 LF for a total of 2,628.50 LF and release the bond in the amount of $194,495.52, Precinct 2.
 
J.   Accept the streets in Lakeview Retreat Section 8: Trevarthen Hill Road 217.16 LF, Rainham Valley Lane 1,518.23 LF, Sonora Star Lane 884,38 LF for a total of 2,619.67 LF and release the bond in the amount of $184,030.00, Precinct 4. 
 
K.   Approve the plat for the lots within Tamarron West Section 15, Precinct 1.
 
L.   Approve the plat for the roads within Tamarron West Section 15, Precinct 1.
 
M.   Approve the plat for the lots within Brookewater Section One, Precinct 4. 
 
N.   Approve the plat for the roads within Brookewater Section One, Precinct 4.
 
O.   Approve the plat for the lots within Brookewater Section Three, Precinct 4. 
 
P.   Approve the plat for the roads within Brookewater Section Three, Precinct 4.
 
Q.   Approve the plat for Sama Estates at Saddlespur, Precinct 1.
 
R.   Approve the plat for Venterra Fulshear Church Apartments, Precinct 1.
 
S.   Approve the plat for Sienna Waters Center, Precinct 2.
 
T.   Approve the plat for Shadowbrooke Court, Precinct 3.
 
U.   Approve the plat for Brookewater Water Plant No. 1, Precinct 4.
 
V.   Approve the plat for Brookewater Detention Pond No. 6, Precinct 4.
 
W.   Approve the plat for Brookewater Detention Pond No. Seven and Recreation Center, Precinct 4.
 
X.   Approve the plat for Brookewater Detention Pond No. 8, Precinct 4.
 
Y.   Set public hearing for acceptance of traffic control plan for Fulshear School Road and School Hill Road Street Dedication, Precinct 1. (Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at 1:00 p.m.)
 
Z.   Set public hearing for acceptance of traffic control plan for Kingdom Heights Section 7, Precinct 1. (Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at 1:00 p.m.)
 
AA.   Set public hearing for acceptance of traffic control plan for Fulshear Lakes Creekside Village Section 1, Precinct 1. (Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at 1:00 p.m)
 
BB.   Set public hearing for acceptance of traffic control plan for Charleston Heights Section 2, Precinct 2. (Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at 1:00 p.m.)
 
CC.   Set public hearing for acceptance of traffic control plan for Vacek Country Meadows Section 2, Precinct 2. (Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at 1:00 p.m)
 
DD.   Set public hearing for acceptance of traffic control plan for Walnut Creek at Stonecreek Estates Section 2, Precinct 2. (Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at 1:00 p.m)
 
EE.   Set  public hearing for acceptance of traffic control plan for Florence Road, Precinct 3. (Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at 1:00 p.m)
 
FF.   Set public hearing for acceptance of traffic control plan for Stone Mission Lane, Tierra Mist Lane, Grand Villa Lane, Teal Breeze Drive, Arapahoe Pass Lane, and Chevy Oaks Lane within Bradford Park Section 1, Section 2 and Section 3, Precinct 4. (Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at 1:00 p.m)
 
GG.   Set public hearing for acceptance of traffic control plan for Briarwood Crossing Section 16, Precinct 4. (Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at 1:00 p.m)
 
16. FORT BEND COUNTY TOLL ROAD AUTHORITY:  The Board of Directors of the Fort Bend County Toll Road Authority reviewed the following items at their regular Board meeting held on August 21, 2023, and makes the following recommendations to Commissioners Court:
 
A.   Approve renewal of insurance policies provided through Brown and Brown Lone Star Insurance Services, Inc for Fort Bend County Toll Road Authority, effective October 1, 2023 through October 1, 2024.
 
B.   Approve Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to Master Service Agreement with Yellowstone, Inc. regarding landscape services.
 
C.   Approve Change Order No. 23 between Fort Bend County Grand Parkway Toll Road Authority and James Construction Group, LLC regarding Project No. 101-1027.
 
17. FORT BEND GRAND PARKWAY TOLL ROAD AUTHORITY:  The Board of Directors of the Fort Bend Grand Parkway Toll Road Authority reviewed the following items at their regular meeting held on August 21, 2023 and makes the following recommendations to Commissioners Court:
 
A.   Approve renewal of insurance policies provided through Brown and Brown Lone Star Insurance Services, Inc for Fort Bend County Grand Parkway Toll Road Authority, effective October 1, 2023 through October 1, 2024.
 
B.   Approve Supplemental Agreement No. 4 between Fort Bend County Grand Parkway Toll Road Authority and ISI Contracting, Inc. to regarding Road and Right-of-Way Maintenance Agreement.
 
             
18. GRANTS ADMINISTRATION: The grant application for the below item(s) has been approved by Commissioners Court; the Grants Coordinator has reviewed the acceptance documents and  makes the following recommendation(s) to Commissioners Court:
 
A.   County Judge: Ratify Application to the U.S. Department of Justice for the FY 2023 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant in an amount of $77,694 with no local match, and authorize certification of all documents related to the Application.
 
B.   Auditor: Approve and record the Texas Division of Emergency Management Subrecipient Agreement for TDEM-Administered Grant Awards Terms and Conditions as it pertains to FEMA DR 4485 reimbursements.
 
C.   Health & Human Services: Accept Amendments to the following Texas Department of State Health Services Contracts to add language specific to Rider 40 from the General Appropriations Act, House Bill 1, Article II, Rider 40. 

 
Contract Number Contract Name Contract Term Contract Amount Added Language
HHS001057600019
Amendment 3		 Health Disparities Grant 9/10/2021 - 5/31/2024 $1,175,000 II. Grantee Responsibilities
H. Grantee may not use funding for:
2. Advertising or promoting the COVID-19 Vaccine
HHS001019500016
Amendment 2		 CARES 3 and 4 - Vaccine Capacity Grant 5/10/2021 - 6/30/2024 $5,971,981 I. Grantee Responsibilities
C. Grantee shall not use funds to promote or advertise COVID-19 Vaccinations
HHS001084500001
Amendment 3		 CPS/Public Health Workforce Grant 8/16/2021 - 6/30/2024 $2,205,169 I. Grantee Responsibilities
D. In addition, funds shall not be used to advertise or promote COVID-19 vaccinations
 
D.   Juvenile Probation: Ratify acceptance of Grant Award from the 2023 Juvenile Mental Health Grant in the amount of $9,225.00 with no change in the Intergovernmental Agreement between Fort Bend County and Houston-Galveston Area Council, as approved by Commissioners Court on January 3, 2023 in support of mental health services and/or therapy for referred juveniles.
 
E.   Sheriff's Office: Accept award funds for the Texas Department of Transportation FY2024 Strategic Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) Comprehensive mobilization in the amount of $49,860.00 with a local match of $12,789.84 for the period of October 1, 2023, through September 30, 2024. (Fund: Enforcement)
 
F.   Sheriff's Office: Accept award funds for the Texas Department of Transportation FY2024 Strategic Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) mobilization in the amount of $49,860.00 with a local match of $12,789.84 for the period of October 1, 2023, through September 30, 2024. (Fund: Enforcement)
 
19. HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES:
 
  Social Services: Approve request to accept and deposit the TXU Energy Aid Disbursement Check in the amount of $20,000 which will provide assistance to qualified Fort Bend County residents under the TXU Energy Aid Program.
 
20. HUMAN RESOURCES:
 
A.   Approve request for withdrawal of 480 hours from the Shared Sick Leave Pool for employee of Facilities Management & Planning, Position No. 4181-0077.
 
B.   Approve and record into Minutes the Application for Appointments of Deputy Constables, in accordance with Constable’s forms with following dates, pursuant to Local Government Code Section 86.011.

 
1. Alec Hines, Precinct 1, dated September 5, 2023;
2. Dexter Johnson and Ruben Cordero, Precinct 2, dated August 25, 2023;
3. Rachel Patterson, Anthony Cannon, and Sabeeh Sheikh, Precinct 3, dated September 1, 2023; and 
4. Stephen Clarke and Fahim Ghaleche, Precinct 4, dated August 28, 2023.
 
21. MISCELLANEOUS: 
 
  County Judge: Approve Resolution to the Texas Department of Agriculture certifying that the County has made a grant of $75,000 to Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels for the Home-Delivered Meal Grant Program, for the period of from January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024. (Fund: FY2024 Community Development Block Grant)
 
22. PARKS & RECREATION:
 
  Approve Community use Requests and Equipment Fee Waiver forms to waive fees for the following: 

 
1.  Municipal Utility District No. 131 for use of Mustang Community Center on September 20, 2023, for a meeting;
2.  Ashley Jadine Foundation for use of two (2) Pavilions at Kitty Hollow Park on November 4, 2023, for 5k walk and health fair;
3. St. John Fisher Catholic Church for use of Parks Equipment on September 9, 2023;
4. Houston Toolbank for use of one (1) Pavilion on November 11 and December 9, 2023;
5. Office of County Judge KP George, for use of Landmark Community Center on October 20 and 21, 2023 for a small business expo;
6. Fort Bend County Fair Association for use of Parks equipment from September 19 to October 8, 2023, for the Fort Bend County Fair;
7. Gus George Law Enforcement Academy for use of Fort Bend County Fairgrounds facilities on January 30, 2023, and
8. Fort Bend County Pride for use of Fairgrounds facilities on November 12, 2023.
 
23. PURCHASING:
 
A.   Authorize advertising of bids for printing and mailing of voter registration cards.
 
B.   Authorize advertising for bids for Construction of Needville Fairchilds Intersections for Fort Bend County, Mobility bond Project No. 20110.
 
C.   Authorize advertising for bids for Construction of Sienna Ranch Road Improvements for Fort Bend County, Mobility bond Project No. 20207.
 
D.   Authorize advertising for bids for term contract for Rental Vehicles and Services.
 
E.   Authorize advertising for qualifications for engineering services for City of Orchard Water Tank Improvements.
 
F.   Approve Amendment to Agreement between Fort Bend County and Five Star Food Services, pursuant to RFP 11-068 for additional vending machine service locations effective immediately, and renewal of term effective October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.
 
G.   Approve renewal of Bid 21-001, term contract for purchase and maintenance of copy machines, with JBCR, Inc dba Skelton Business Equipment.
 
H.   Approve renewal of Bid 21-002, term contract for Ford motor repair parts with Helfman Ford, Inc.
 
I.   Approve renewal of Bid 21-003, term contract for Auto Body Repairs with Berryman Racing LLC dba Sports Performance Collision Center.
 
J.   Approve renewal of Bid 21-005, term contract for newspaper publications of legal notices with The Fort Bend Independent, LLC.
 
K.   Approve renewal of Bid 21-007, term contract for traffic count services, with Gram Traffic Counting, Inc.
 
L.   Approve renewal of Bid 21-009, term contract for triweekly newspaper publications of legal notices, with Hartman Newspapers, L.P. dba The Fort Bend Herald.
 
M.   Approve renewal of Bid 22-005, term contract for Purchase of Dump Truck Bed Lining Material, with Vor-Tex Industries.
 
N.   Approve renewal of Bid 22-100, term contract for Concrete Pavement Rehabilitation, with 717 Construction.
 
O.   Approve renewal of Bid 23-003, term contract for Pressure Washing and Sealing of various County Buildings, with National Window Cleaning.
 
P.   Approve renewal of Bid 23-005, term contract for Concrete Curbs and Gutters, with 717 Construction.
 
Q.   Approve renewal of Bid 23-008, term contract for Trophies for Summer Reading Program, with CL Awards & Trophies, Inc. DBA Awards of Distinction.
 
R.   Approval renewal of Bid 23-016, term contract for Auto and Body Repairs to Heavy Equipment and Commercial Vehicles, with Houston Freightliner, Inc. DBA Houston Freightliner & Western Star.
 
S.   Approve Fifth Amendment to Master Services Agreement between Fort Bend County and Securus Technologies, LLC for Sheriff’s Office Inmate Technology Systems, pursuant to RFP 18-021.
 
24. TAX ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR:
 
  Approve & record into Minutes tax payment refunds in the amount of $26,466.95 for the Office of Carmen P. Turner.
 
 
25. COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3:
 
  Take all appropriate action on Appointment of Gagandeep Singh Gupta to the Board of Directors of Fort Bend County Levee Improvement District No. 17 for a four (4) year term beginning September 23, 2023 through September 22, 2027.
 
26. AUDITOR:
 
A.   Take all appropriate action to authorize the release of the fourth and final allocation for the Triple R - Small Business Loan/Grant Program in the amount of $400,000, bringing the total allocation amount to $1,900,000.
 
B.   Take all appropriate action on Resolution approving the issuance of the Fort Bend County, Texas Public Facility Corporation Lease Revenue Bonds Series 2023, as sponsoring entity; authorizing the execution and delivery of a Trust Indenture, Loan Agreement, Bond Purchase Contract and other documents incident to the issuance of the bonds; and approving other matters incident and relating thereto.
 
C.   Take all appropriate action on Resolution authorizing execution and delivery of the Facilities Lease and Special Warranty Deed relating to the financing of the Fort Bend County, Texas Public Facility Corporation Lease Revenue Bonds Series 2023; authorizing the execution and delivery of documents necessary to carry out the related bond financing; and containing other related matters. 
 
D.   Take all appropriate action on Resolution Declaring Intention to Advance Funding and Reimburse Expenditures Related to County and Drainage District Projects up to $61,000,000.
 
E.   Take all appropriate action on collection of fees as presented by the Auditor's Office, effective October 1, 2023.
 
F.   Take all appropriate action on Order Setting Fees for the Offices of Fort Bend County Sheriff and Fort Bend County Constables effective January 1, 2024, pursuant to Local Government Code Section 118.131.
 
27. BUDGET & FINANCE:
 
A.   Take all appropriate action to adopt FY2024 Proposed Positions for Fort Bend County.
 
B.   Take all appropriate action to set the FY2024 Salaries for Elected Officials of Fort Bend County, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 152.011.
 
C.   Take all appropriate action to assign vehicles to Fort Bend County departments and offices as presented on FY2024 Fleet Management.
 
D.   Take all appropriate action on list of take-home vehicles for FY2024, pursuant to County Employee Information Manual, Policy 612.
 
E.   Take all appropriate action to adopt the 2023 Tax Rate for Fort Bend County, and take a record vote, pursuant to Property Tax Code 26.05, as follows:

 
Proposed General Fund Tax Rate:  $0.3040;
Proposed Road & Bridge Fund Tax Rate: $0.0185;
Proposed Interest & Sinking Fund Tax Rate: $0.1040; and 
Total Proposed Tax Rate:  $0.4265.

 
 
F.   Take all appropriate action to adopt the Fort Bend County Budget for Fiscal Year 2024, and take a record vote, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 111.068.
 
28. CONSTABLE, PCT. 1
 
  Take all appropriate action on Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services between Fort Bend County and Firethorne Community Association, Inc. with services to be provided by the Office of Fort Bend Constable Precinct 1, effective October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.
 
29. CONSTABLE, PCT. 2:
 
  Take all appropriate on request to retain two (2) fleet vehicles: Unit Nos V024 and V025 as addition to fleet, for Constable Precinct 2 to support the administrative and civil staff.
 
30. COUNTY CLERK:
 
  Take all appropriate action to ratify request for exception to the Fort Bend County travel policy to waive requirement for 14-day advance purchase of airfare for D. Almaraz to attend the Property Records Industry Association (PRIA) Conference in Omaha, Nebraska, August 29, 2023 through September 1, 2023, in place of J. Esparza. (Fund: County Clerk Records Management)
 
             
31. COUNTY COURTS AT LAW:
 
A.   County Court at Law No. 1: Take all appropriate action on transfer in the amount of $1,685 from Property & Equipment and Non - Departmental Contingency into accounts listed on Judge's form dated August 28, 2023 to allocate funds for temporary staffing.
 
B.   County Court at Law No. 6: Take all appropriate action on transfer in the amount of $1,382 from Non - Departmental Contingency into Travel to allocate funds for Judge and staff to attend training.
 
32. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT:
 
A.   Take all appropriate action on Order designating a contiguous geographic area within Fort Bend County as Reinvestment Zone No. 2, Fort Bend County, Texas, for tax increment financing purposes pursuant to Chapter 311 of the Texas Tax Code; creating a board of directors for such zone; containing findings and provisions related to the foregoing subject; providing a severability clause.
 
B.   Take all appropriate action on the following appointments for Fort Bend County Reinvestment Zone No. 2.

 
1. Jemila Winsey for a term of one (1) year (two (2) thereafter);
2. Felicia Farrar for a term of two (2) years; 
3. Erroll Wilkerson for a term of one (1) year (two (2) thereafter);
4. Janice Bonier for a term of two (2) years; and
5. Edwin Morales for a term of one (1) year (two (2) thereafter).
 
C.   Take all appropriate action on Third Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement between Fort Bend County and the City of Katy, to extend the term of Fort Bend County's participation in the City's Reinvestment Zone No. 1 (Katy Mills Mall) through December 31, 2055; update the eligible projects included in the Project Plan; and expand the Zone’s boundaries to include additional real property.
 
D.   Take all appropriate action to authorize the use of the Economic Development Standard Non-Disclosure Agreement by county personnel and officials to participate in informal discussions related to economic development prospects on an as-needed basis, as managed by the Economic Opportunity & Development Director.
 
33. ELECTIONS ADMINISTRATION:
 
A.   Take all appropriate action on revision to the Early Voting locations for the November 7, 2023 Special Election by adding the Fort Bend Independent School District Administration Building as a Early Voting site.
 
B.   Take all appropriate action on transfer in the amount of $1,926 from Non-Departmental Contingency into Elections Administration - Fees to allocate funds for increase in monthly insurance costs for remainder of FY2023.
 
34. ENGINEERING:
 
A.   Take all appropriate action on Addendum to Cyclyx International, LLC’s Agreement, between Fort Bend County and Cyclyx International, LLC regarding Plastic Retrieval Services at the Fort Bend County Recycle Center.
 
B.   Take all appropriate action on Grant to Others Application Form from Fort Bend County to CenterPoint Energy, in an amount not to exceed $1,600, regarding Lexington Boulevard, Mobility Bond Project No. 20405, Precinct 3. (Fund: Mobility Bonds / Bond Referendum)
 
C.   Take all appropriate action on Request for Waiver of Local Match Fund Participation Requirement on Federal Off-System Bridge Program Projects, regarding projects in Precincts 1, 2 and 4.
 
D.   Take all appropriate action on authorization to purchase Parcel R338721_02 in the amount of $3,842.78 plus the necessary costs, authorize the County Judge to sign all closing documents regarding Bellaire Boulevard Turn Lanes, Mobility Bond Project No. 20313x, Precinct 4, and authorize the County Clerk to record said deed and related documents in the Official Public Records at no cost. (Fund: Mobility Bonds/ Bond Referendum)
 
E.   Take all appropriate action on Subrecipient Agreement for American Rescue Plan Act Funding between Fort Bend County and the City of Meadows Place, in an amount not to exceed $1,500,000 regarding City’s Wastewater Treatment Plant, Precinct 3. (Fund: American Rescue Plan Act)
 
F.   Take all appropriate action on conveyance of Special Warranty Deed from Fort Bend County to Fort Bend Grand Parkway Toll Road Authority, regarding Parcel 37 of the Grand Parkway Extension, Precinct 4 and authorize the County Clerk to record in the Official Public Records at no cost.
 
G.   Take all appropriate action on Invoice No. 90127854 in the amount of $1,081 for payment to Union Pacific Railroad Company pursuant to the Agreement approved by Commissioners Court on June 22, 2021, for reimbursement, regarding Lake Olympia Segment 2, Mobility Bond Project No. 17201, Precinct 2. (Fund: Mobility Bonds / Bonds Referendum)
 
H.   Take all appropriate action on Amendment to Development Agreement between Fort Bend County and KB Home Lone Star Inc., regarding Bryan Road, Mobility Bond Project No. 17118, Precincts 4. (Fund: Mobility Bonds/ Bond Referendum)
 
I.   Take all appropriate action on Advance Funding Agreement for Congestion-Mitigation Air Quality Off-System Amendment No. 1 between Texas Department of Transportation and Fort Bend County to increase the Fort Bend County estimated total payment amount to $41,150; for traffic improvements regarding Mobility Bond Project No. 13319, Precincts 1, 2, 3 and 4. (Fund: Mobility Bonds / Bond Referendum)
 
J.   Take all appropriate action on Memorandum of Understanding between Fort Bend County, Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County, Harris County Toll Road Authority, and City of Houston regarding Westpark Tollway Corridor Enhancement.
 
K.   Take all appropriate action on Consent to Assignment for Pipeline Easement Agreement between Fort Bend County and ExxonMobil Pipeline Company LLC, regarding Texas Heritage Parkway, Mobility Bond Project No. 13309, Precinct 1.
 
L.   Take all appropriate action on authorization to purchase Parcel R166800_04 in the amount of $9,603.40 plus the necessary costs, authorize the County Judge to sign all closing documents regarding Westenfeldt Road, Mobility Bond Project No. 17124x, Precinct 2, and authorize the County Clerk to record said deed and related documents in the Official Public Records at no cost. (Fund: Landfill Tipping Fees)
 
M.   Take all appropriate action on authorization to purchase Parcel R40227_07 in the amount of $56,140.60 plus the necessary costs, authorize the County Judge to sign all closing documents regarding Vacek Road, Mobility Bond Project No. 20111, Precinct 2, and authorize the County Clerk to record said deed and related documents in the Official Public Records at no cost. (Fund: Mobility Bonds/ Bond Referendum)
 
N.   Take all appropriate action on request for variance to the minimum slab elevation requirement as stated in Article 5, Section B.1 of the Fort Bend County Regulations for Floodplain Management for Indigo Commons – Filling Station, Precinct 4.
 
O.   Take all appropriate action on request for variance to the sidewalk requirement as stated in Section 5.8 of the Fort Bend County Regulations of Subdivisions, for Wallingford Park Drive Phase Two on behalf of Hines Interests Limited Partnership, Precinct 4.
 
P.   Take all appropriate action on the plat for Wallingford Park Drive Phase Two, Precinct 4.
 
Q.   Take all appropriate action on request for variance to the sidewalk requirement as stated in Section 5.8 of the Fort Bend County Regulations of Subdivisions, for Wallingford Park Drive Phase One on behalf of Hines Interests Limited Partnership, Precinct 4.
 
R.   Take all appropriate action on the plat for Wallingford Park Drive Phase One, Precinct 4.
 
S.   Take all appropriate action on Memorandum of Understanding between Fort Bend County and CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric, LLC, regarding Parcel 103 of FM 521, Mobility Bond Project No. 17113, Precinct 2.
 
35. FACILITIES MANAGEMENT & PLANNING:
 
A.   Take all appropriate action on Lease Renewal Amendment No. 7 between Fort Bend County and the USDA, Farm Service Agency to extend the lease of 5,476 sq. ft. of office space in the Texas Agrilife Facility located at 1402 Band Road, Rosenberg, Texas from September 1, 2023 through August 31, 2025 with no change to the annual lease cost. 
 
B.   Take all appropriate action to authorize the use of Certificates of Obligation to fund the completion of Medic 614 in Beasley in an amount not to exceed $97,000.
 
C.   Take all appropriate action on Order Authorizing Payment, for the purchase of a gym facility located at 727 Plantation Drive, Richmond, Texas; in an amount not to exceed $10,750,889.37 plus necessary costs, authorize the County Judge to sign all closing documents, and authorize the County Clerk to record in the Official Public Records at no cost.  (Fund: Advance Funding Resolution/Certificates of Obligation) 
 
36. FORT BEND COUNTY TOLL ROAD AUTHORITY:  The Board of Directors of the Fort Bend County Toll Road Authority reviewed the following items at their regular board meeting held on August 21, 2023, and makes the following recommendations to Commissioners Court:
 
  Take all appropriate action on Amendment to Bylaws of Fort Bend County Toll Road Authority to amend Section 6.01 to authorize any officers or agents of the Authority to enter into any contract or execute and deliver any instrument in the name of and on behalf of the Authority.
 
37. FORT BEND GRAND PARKWAY TOLL ROAD AUTHORITY:  The Board of Directors of Fort Bend Grand Parkway Toll Road Authority reviewed these items at their regular meeting held on August 21, 2023 and makes the following recommendations to Commissioners Court:
 
  Take all appropriate action on Amendment to Bylaws of Fort Bend County Grand Parkway Toll Road Authority to amend Section 6.01 to authorize any officers or agents of the Authority to enter into any contract or execute and deliver any instrument in the name of and on behalf of the Authority.
 
38. GRANTS ADMINISTRATION:
 
A.   Community Development: Take all appropriate action on the following Agreements between Fort Bend County and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for FY2023 funding, all of which are part of the FY2023 Consolidated Annual Action Plan approved by Commissioners Court on July 11, 2023 and authorize County Judge to sign all documents pertaining to said agreements:

 
1. Community Development Block Grant in the amount of $3,482,784;
2. HOME Investment Partnerships Program in the amount of $1,134,775; and
3. Emergency Solutions Grant Program in the amount of $292,049.
 
B.   Public Transportation: Take all appropriate action on Project Grant Agreement No. RPT 2402 (11) 108_23 between Fort Bend County and Texas Department of Transportation for Fiscal Year 2023 Section 5311 Rural Federal Funds in the amount of $454,135, to be matched with RUR 2402 (11) Fiscal Year 2024 5311 State funding award, with no local match required by Fort Bend County. (Fund: Public Transportation)  
 
C.   Public Transportation: Take all appropriate action on Application to the Federal Transit Administration for Federal Award Identification No. TX-2023-113-00 for Fiscal Year 2021 Section 5307 funds totaling $4,450,000 with $1,205,088 in transportation development credits, including grantor’s request for submittal of additional information. (Fund: Public Transportation)
 
39. HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES:
 
  Health and Human Services: Take all appropriate action to create a temporary case management Position in Social Services to provide ongoing assistance to families previously funded from ERA2 along with referral to Community organizations for rental assistance and Social Service Mental Health Program. (Fund - Health and Human Services - Fees (remaining balance from MPact Purchase Order))
 
40. HUMAN RESOURCES:
 
A.   Take all appropriate action on request to extend an unpaid leave of absence for an employee of the Sheriff's Office effective July 6, 2023, for no more than 6 months.
 
B.   Take all appropriate action on new policy; addition to the Employee Information Manual, 602-CROWN Act, as submitted by Human Resources.
 
C.   Take all appropriate action on revisions to the Employee Information Manual, specifically to Policy 710-Worker's Compensation, as submitted by Human Resources.
 
41. MEDICAL EXAMINER:
 
A.   Take all appropriate action on transfer in the amount of $10,856 from Accounts detailed on Director's form dated September 5, 2023 into Medical Examiner Office - Fees and Travel to cover shortage on Caring Transport, Maven and Advowaste purchase orders, and mileage for part time investigators.
 
B.   Take all appropriate action on General Volunteer Agreement between Fort Bend County Medical Examiner Office and A. Ali, for volunteer services in the morgue beginning September 12, 2023 through September 30, 2024.
 
             
42. MISCELLANEOUS: 
 
  Community Supervision and Corrections Department: Take all appropriate action to authorize retention payment based on years of service with the Community Supervision and Corrections Department in the amount of $1,000, $1,500 or $3,000 for twenty seven (27) full-time employees totaling in an amount of $34,500 that are non-state funded. (Fund: Pretrial Bond Fees)  
 
43. PURCHASING:
 
A.   Take all appropriate action on Agreement between Fort Bend County and Halff Associates, Inc. for professional design services regarding Kitty Hollow Park, Phase I, in an amount not to exceed $753,750. (Fund: PCT2 Kitty Hollow Park Upgrade)
 
B.   Take all appropriate action to consider granting an exemption to the competitive bid process as authorized by Local Government Code Section 262.024(a)(7) between Fort Bend County and Stryker Sales Corporation, a sole source provider, and approve Service Agreement for Emergency Medical Service equipment, in an amount not to exceed $99,484 effective August 1, 2023 through July 31, 2024. (Fund: Emergency Medical Service)
 
C.   Take all appropriate action on Addendum to Agreement between Fort Bend County and Houston Freightliner, utilizing HGAC Contract No. HT06-20 for one (1) Trench Rescue Truck, in an amount not to exceed $202,270. (Fund: UASI - Collapse Search and Rescue)
 
D.   Take all appropriate action on RFP 23-013, Broadband Expansion for Fort Bend County.
 
E.   Take all appropriate action on RFP 23-066 Appraisal Services for the Big Creek Project for Fort Bend County.
 
F.   Take all appropriate action on Agreement between Fort Bend County and E Contractors USA, LLC, pursuant to RFP 22-069 for the construction of Arboretum Cricket Complex in an amount not to exceed $882,931.25. (Fund: 2020 Parks Bond)
 
G.   Take all appropriate action on RFP 23-069 Animal Control A/C Truck Bodies for Fort Bend County Animal Services.
 
H.   Take all appropriate action on Second Amendment to Agreement between Fort Bend County and IDG Architects for additional design services regarding South Post Oak Sportsplex Baseball Fields Improvements in an additional amount of $526.56 for a total contract amount not to exceed $224,176.56. (Fund: 2020 Parks Bond)
 
I.   Take all appropriate action on Agreement between Fort Bend County and Buckeye Technology Solutions dba CCS Presentation Systems, pursuant to RFP 23-019 for audit visual system upgrade for Commissioners Courtroom, in an amount not to exceed $86,034.50.  (Fund:  American Rescue Plan Act)
 
J.   Take all appropriate action on RFQ 23-068, Design/Build for Emergency Medical Services Logistics Warehouse and Bay Expansion.
 
K.   Take all appropriate action on Agreement between Fort Bend County and Star Service, Inc utilizing TIPS Contract Nos. 22010601 and 22010602 for purchase and installation of a new 20 ton Trane rooftop Unit at 307 Texas Parkway, in an amount not to exceed $56,587. (Fund: Facilities Maintenance-Supplies)
 
L.   Take all appropriate action on Second Amendment to Agreement between Fort Bend County and Imagesoft, Inc., utilizing DIR-TSO-4392 for additional OnBase solution enhancement services in an amount of $10,450 for a total contract amount not to exceed $1,145,770.88. (Fund: Information Technology)
 
M.   Take all appropriate action on First Amendment to Agreement for Professional Engineering Services between Fort Bend County and McDonough Engineering Corporation, to increase the contract in the amount of $404,727 for a total contract amount not to exceed $880,054; pursuant to SOQ 14-025, regarding Bullhead Slough, Mobility Bond Project No. 20410, Precinct 4. (Fund: Mobility Bonds/Bond Referendum)
 
N.   Take all appropriate action on Third Amendment to Agreement for Professional Property Acquisition Services between Fort Bend County and Property Acquisition Services, LLC, to increase the contract in the amount of $1,190,000 for a total contract amount not to exceed $2,374,100 regarding 2020 Mobility Bond Projects within Precincts 1, 2, 3 and 4. (Fund: Mobility Bonds/ Bond Referendum)   
 
O.   Take all appropriate action on Amendment to Agreement for Construction Materials Testing and Observation Services between Fort Bend County and Ninyo & Moore Geotechnical & Environmental Sciences Consultants, to increase the contract in the amount of $1,044 for a total contract amount not to exceed $11,629, pursuant to SOQ 14-025, regarding West Bellfort at SH 99, Mobility Bond Project No. 20403, Precinct 4. (Fund: Mobility Bonds / Bond Referendum)  
 
P.   Take all appropriate action on Change Order No. 1 between Fort Bend County and Wadecon, LLC, to increase the contract by $218,455.34 for a total contract amount not to exceed $3,373,044.84 and to extend the contract time until December 19, 2023, pursuant to Bid No. 22-056, regarding Front Street, Mobility Bond Project No. x18, Precinct 4. (Fund: Mobility Bonds / Bond Referendum)
 
44. ROAD & BRIDGE:
 
  Take all appropriate action on Interlocal Agreement between Fort Bend County and Fort Bend County Emergency Services District No. 9 for purchase of fuel, effective through September 30, 2023.
 
45. SHERIFF'S OFFICE:
 
  Take all appropriate action on Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services between Fort Bend County and Municipal Utility District No. 118, with services to be provided by Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office, effective October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.
 
46. TAX ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR:
 
  Take all appropriate action to approve payment of Invoice transmittal in the amount of $7,080 to cover missing deposits from the Tax Office. (Fund: Tax Office - Fees)
 
47. Approve Bills.
 
48. Ratify the release of time-sensitive disbursements made on August 31, 2023 and September 7, 2023.  
 
49. Authorize County Auditor to pay and release the time-sensitive disbursements on September 21, 2023, to be ratified by Commissioners Court on September 26, 2023.
 
50. WORKSHOP:
 
  Information Technology: Workshop to provide an overview to Commissioners Court and Fort Bend County employees on the technology purchase process.
 
51. Meet in Closed Session to deliberate the following matters as authorized by the Texas Government Code:
 
§ 551.071. Consultation With Attorney. Commissioners Court will meet in Closed Session to seek the advice of its attorney about pending or contemplated litigation; a settlement offer; or on a matter in which the duty of the attorney to Commissioners Court under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Texas Government Code Chapter 551.
 
A.   Charge No. 460-2023-02392.
 
B.   Cause No. 21-DCV-286148 - County of Fort Bend, Texas vs. Greg Abbott, in his official capacity as Governor of Texas.
 
C.   Cause No. 23-CCV-073072; Fort Bend County, Texas vs. Violet J. Vacek, Trustee of Residuary Trust of the Estate of Edward T. Vacek, et al; Vacek Road Project No. 20111, Parcel No.5, Precinct 2.
 
D.   Reading Road No. 13117x Project for Parcels 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 and 13 – LBM Holdings, Inc.
 
E.   21-LIT-2329 - Dorothy (Farrell) Becker; Moore Road Project No. 17218x, Precinct 3 (formerly Precinct 2).
 
F.   22-LIT-2615 - Westpark 99 Holdings, LLC - Parcel 101 , SH 99 Service Road Project No. 17304, Precinct 1.
 
G.   Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Charge No(s):
 
1. 460-2022-05525;
2. 460-2022-05523;
3. 460-2022-05526; and
4. 460-2022-05552.
 
H.   10th Street Project No. 20106, Parcel R107102.
 
I.   Texas Elections Code Chapter 255.
 
J.   Vacek Road No. 20111 Project for Parcels 17, 19A, 19B, 20, 23.
 
K.   Report on Research and Advisory Services discussed in Closed Session on June 27, 2023.
 
L.   Potential litigation concerning Junkyard and Automotive Wrecking and Salvage Yards.
 
M. Proposed Agreement and establishment of a program for economic development and infrastructure improvements regarding Grant Parkway Segment C; in accordance with Article III, Section 52-a of the Texas Constitution and Chapter 381, Texas Local Government Code.
 
 
52. Reconvene Open Session and consider taking action on the following matters:
 
§ 551.071. Consultation With Attorney.
 
A. Charge No. 460-2023-02392.
 
B. Cause No. 21-DCV-286148 - County of Fort Bend, Texas vs. Greg Abbott, in his official capacity as Governor of Texas.
 
C. Cause No. 23-CCV-073072; Fort Bend County, Texas vs. Violet J. Vacek, Trustee of Residuary Trust of the Estate of Edward T. Vacek, et al; Vacek Road Project No. 20111, Parcel No.5, Precinct 2.
 
D. Reading Road No. 13117x Project for Parcels 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 and 13 – LBM Holdings, Inc.
 
E. 21-LIT-2329 - Dorothy (Farrell) Becker; Moore Road Project No. 17218x, Precinct 3 (formerly Precinct 2).
 
F. 22-LIT-2615 - Westpark 99 Holdings, LLC - Parcel 101 , SH 99 Service Road Project No. 17304, Precinct 1.
 
G. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Charge No(s):
 
1. 460-2022-05525;
2. 460-2022-05523;
3. 460-2022-05526; and
4. 460-2022-05552.
 
H. 10th Street Project No. 20106, Parcel R107102.
 
I. Texas Elections Code Chapter 255.
 
J. Vacek Road No. 20111 Project for Parcels 17, 19A, 19B, 20, 23.
 
K. Report on Research and Advisory Services discussed in Closed Session on June 27, 2023.
 
L. Potential litigation concerning Junkyard and Automotive Wrecking and Salvage Yards. 
 
M. Proposed Agreement and establishment of a program for economic development and infrastructure improvements regarding Grant Parkway Segment C; in accordance with Article III, Section 52-a of the Texas Constitution and Chapter 381, Texas Local Government Code.
 
53. Adjournment.
 
In the event any of the foregoing items are not covered in the time allocated on the date of this agenda, the County may order a continuance for the next day until the discussion is completed on all items.
 
Signature Stamped by County Judge’s Office
Submitted to County Clerk @ 4:48 P.M.
___________________________________
KP George, County Judge
 
Notice of meeting/agenda was published by the Fort Bend County Judge's Office, Court Services Manager, and submitted to the County Clerk on Friday, September 8, 2023.   An electronic version of this notice is also posted on the Fort Bend County website: www.fortbendcountytx.gov under Commissioners Court and under Legal Notices.


 
NOTICE
Policy of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Disability
Fort Bend County does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs or activities. The County’s ADA Coordinator is the Director of Risk Management, located at 301 Jackson Street, Suite 224, in Richmond, Texas, 77469, telephone 281-341-8630. The Director of Risk Management is designated to coordinate compliance with the non-discrimination requirements in Section 35.107 of the Department of Justice regulations.
 
Fort Bend County will, generally, upon request, provide appropriate aids and services leading to effective communication for qualified persons with disabilities so that they can participate equally in the County’s programs, services, and activities. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity of Fort Bend County, should contact the office of the ADA Coordinator as soon as possible, but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event. 
 


NOTICE
Fort Bend County Commissioners Court  reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberation of Real Property), 551.0725 (Deliberation of Contract Being Negotiated),  551.073 (Deliberation of Gifts and Donations), 551.074 (Personnel Matters), 551.0745 (Personnel Matters Affecting County Advisory Body) 551.076 (Deliberation of Security Devices) 551.087 (Economic Development) and 551.089 (Deliberation Regarding Security Devices or Security Audits).