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NOTICE OF MEETING FORT BEND COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT SECOND FLOOR, FORT BEND COUNTY COURTHOUSE 401 JACKSON STREET, RICHMOND, TEXAS TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2014 1:00 P.M. AGENDA

1. Call to Order.

2. Invocation and Pledges of Allegiance by Commissioner Richard Morrison.

Item 3

Approve minutes of regular meeting held on September 23, 2014, and special meeting/workshop held on September 24, 2014.

Item 4

Public Comments regarding the Agenda and Announcements.

Item 5

PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1:00 p.m.: Conduct Public Hearings and take all appropriate action on the following matters:

A. Replat: Plantation Crossing Subdivision, Partial Replat No. 2 Reserves "B" & "D", Pct. 3.

B. Replat: Akin Subdivision, being a partial replat of Goddard School Subdivision, Pct. 3.

C. Replat: Satya Meadows, being a partial replat of Long Meadow Farms Commercial Reserve Sec. 4 Amending Plat No. 1, Pct. 4.

D. Replat: Satya Bellfort, being a partial replat of Long Meadow Farms Commercial Reserve Sec. 4 Amending Plat No. 1, Pct. 4.

CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS 6 - 23

6. OUT-OF- STATE TRAVEL: Record into Minutes the out-of- state travel by Elected Official:

7. OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL: Approve out-of-state travel requests for County personnel:

8. COUNTY JUDGE:

9. COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1:

10. COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3:

11. AUDITOR:

12. BUDGET & FINANCE/BUDGET TRANSFERS:

13. CONSTABLE, PCT. 1:

14. CONSTABLE, PCT. 2:

15. CONSTABLE, PCT. 4:

16. ENGINEERING:

17. ENGINEERING PLATS:

18. FACILITIES MANAGEMENT & PLANNING:

19. FORT BEND COUNTY TOLL ROAD AUTHORITY: The Board of Directors of the Fort Bend County Toll Road Authority reviewed this item at their regular board meeting held on August 20, 2014, and makes the following recommendation to Commissioners Court:

20. HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES:

21. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION:

22. PURCHASING:

23. SHERIFF'S OFFICE:

Item 24

COUNTY JUDGE:

A. Take all appropriate action to set a public hearing on the renaming of Gordon Ranch to Jones Creek County Park, be conducted on Tuesday, October 14, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. in the Commissioners Courtroom.

B. Take all appropriate action to set the amount for any expenditures made without advance approval of Commissioners Court by incumbent county or precinct officers who are not renominated or reelected to the county or precinct office, pursuant to Section 130.908 of the Texas Local Government Code.

Item 25

COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1:

Take all appropriate action on request by Jane Nellis to waive penalty, interest and collection fees totaling $1,414.94 on property taxes for Tax Year 2013, Precinct 1.

Item 26

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT:

Take all appropriate action on request to electronically submit the FY 2014 Continuum of Care renewal Application for funding in the amount of $248,197 to provide monthly rental assistance for victims of domestic violence, who have documented mental illness and their families, with an in-kind match of twenty-five (25%) to be provided by the Fort Bend County Women's Center and authorize County Judge to sign all documents pertaining to application.

Item 27

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT & PLANNING:

Take all appropriate action on request for FY 2015 transfer in the amount of $25,000 from Commissioners Court projects into Travis Renovations for the build out and furnishings to move Emergency Medical Service Collections to the Fifth Floor and the addition of one office on the Second Floor for the Purchasing Department.

Item 28

FAIRGROUNDS:

Take all appropriate action on request for FY 2014 transfer in the amount of $10,135 as detailed on Auditor's form dated September 23, 2014 to allocate additional funds required for annual inspection of lights at the Fairgrounds.

Item 29

FIRE MARSHAL:

A. Take appropriate action on the Interlocal Agreement for Fire Code and Investigations between Fort Bend County and the City of Fulshear.

B. Take all appropriate action on First Amendment to Interlocal Agreement (Fire Code) between Fort Bend County and City of Simonton.

C. Take all appropriate action on Agreement between Fort Bend County and Beasley Community Volunteer Fire Department for Fire Protection in Unincorporated Fort Bend County effective through September 30, 2015.

D. Take all appropriate action on Interlocal Agreement between Fort Bend County and City of Katy for Fire Protection in Unincorporated Fort Bend County effective through September 30, 2015.

E. Take all appropriate action on Agreement between Fort Bend County and Fairchilds Volunteer Fire Department for Fire Protection in Unincorporated Fort Bend County effective through September 30, 2015.

F. Take all appropriate action on Agreement between Fort Bend County and Fresno Volunteer Fire Department for Fire Protection in Unincorporated Fort Bend County effective through September 30, 2015.

G. Take all appropriate action on Agreement between Fort Bend County and Village of Pleak Volunteer Fire Department for Fire Protection in Unincorporated Fort Bend County effective through September 30, 2015.

H. Take all appropriate action on Agreement between Fort Bend County and Thompsons Volunteer Fire Department for Fire Protection in Unincorporated Fort Bend County effective through September 30, 2015.

Item 30

HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES:

A. Take all appropriate action on Resolution Appointing Members of the Fort Bend County Animal Shelter Advisory Committee, pursuant to Texas Health & Safety Code Section 823.005.

B. Take all appropriate action on the Fort Bend County Animal Services Community Partner Handbook (Volunteer Handbook) to guide interaction and joint efforts between the Fort Bend County Animal Services Department and community partners, such as fosters, rescue groups and shelter volunteers.

C. Indigent Health Care: Take all appropriate action for variance to the Fort Bend County Travel Policy for flight purchased within the 14 day advance purchase requirement. (Fund: Indigent Health Care, Travel)

D. Social Services: Take all appropriate action on Application to United Way of Greater Houston for funding to participate in the Emergency Food and Shelter Program( EFSP), Phase 32, with no cash match required by Fort Bend County, and authorize County Judge to sign all documents pertaining to the Application.

E. Social Services: Take all appropriate action on First Amendment to Occupancy Agreement between Fort Bend County and Texana Center.

Item 31

HUMAN RESOURCES:

A. Take all appropriate action on the proposed 2015 Holiday Schedule as submitted by Human Resources.

B. Take all appropriate action on request for a new grant funded position, Epidemiologist, Grade 11 of the Public Health Policy Group, in the Clinical Health Department effective October 7, 2014. (Fund: Infectious Disease Control Unit / Foodborne Associated Infections Grant)

C. Take all appropriate action on request to reclassify Position Number 4991-0012, in the Tax/Assessor Collector's Office, from Accounting Supervisor, Grade 10 of the Professional Management Policy Group to Clerk III, Grade 7 of the Administrative Clerical Policy Group, effective October 7, 2014.

D. Take all appropriate action on request to reclassify Position Number 4181-0005, in the Facilities Maintenance & Planning Department, from Lead Maintenance Worker, Grade 8 of the Operator Skilled Trade Policy Group, to Lead Electronics Technician, Grade 10 of the Operator Skilled Trade Policy Group, effective October 7, 2014. (Fund: Facilities Maintenance)

E. Take all appropriate action on request to reclassify Position Number 5601-0428, in the Sheriff's Office, from Sergeant, Grade 12 of the Law Enforcement Policy Group, to Public Safety Communications Manager, Grade 13 of the Professional Management Policy Group, effective October 7, 2014.

Item 32

LIBRARY:

Take all appropriate action on revisions to the Fort Bend County Libraries After-Hours Meeting Rooms Policy.

Item 33

OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT:

Take all appropriate action on the following 2014 Sub-Recipient Award Agreements between Fort Bend County and the State of Texas Department of Public Safety for the Homeland Security Grant Program, with no additional funds required by the County for the reporting period of September 1, 2014 through January 31, 2016: Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) $2,590,449.47; and UASI Law Enforcement Terrorism Prevention Activities (LETPA) $200,000.

Item 34

PARKS & RECREATION:

A. Take all appropriate action on request for FY 2015 transfer in the amount of $12,000 from Commissioners Court Projects into Mustang Project for repairs of roof at Mustang Community Center.

B. Take all appropriate action on request to refund payment of $75.00 dollars to Belen Medina for rental of the Four Corners Community Center due to emergency circumstance.

Item 35

PURCHASING:

A. Take all appropriate action on request to donate surplus property, specifically thirty-five 35) deactivated radios to Fort Bend County Fair Association, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152(a)(4).

B. Take all appropriate action on the request to sell surplus property as presented by Purchasing Agent, including vehicles and equipment, by auction on October 25, 2014.

C. Take all appropriate action on Agreement for Professional Engineering Services between Fort Bend County and Isani Consultants, L.P. in an amount not to exceed $565,441 for construction materials testing services regarding Williams Way Boulevard, pursuant to SOQ 14-025, Mobility Bond Project No. 13114, Precinct 1. (Fund: 2013 Mobility Bonds)

D. Take all appropriate action on upgrade of Solarwinds Server and Application Monitor License from NWN Corporation utilizing Department of Information Resources Contract DIR-SDD-1640 in an amount not to exceed $17,250. (Fund: Information Technology)

E. Take all appropriate action to consider granting an exemption to the competitive bid process as authorized by Section 262.024(a)(7) Texas Local Government Code for the purchase of an item available from only one source, Trustwave Holdings, Inc., for Security Web Filtering and Reporting software upgrade in an amount not to exceed $25,553 for year one and $13,407 for years two through five. (Fund: County Clerk, Fees)

F. Take all appropriate action on Internet Service Addendum between Fort Bend County and Phonoscope Light Wave, Inc., for high speed internet access under Contract PLW-07621 at a monthly amount not to exceed $7,540 for FY 2015, pursuant to RFP 10-086. (Fund: Information Technology)

G. Take all appropriate action on Master Networking Service Addendum between Fort Bend County and Phonoscope Light Wave, Inc., for E-line circuits under Contract PLW-07620 for a monthly amount not to exceed $34,840 for FY 2015, pursuant to RFP 10-086. (Fund: Information Technology)

H. Take all appropriate action on Engagement Letter from Bracewell & Giuliani, LLP, for Bond Counsel regarding Fort Bend County Toll Road Revenue Bonds, pursuant to SOQ 14-061.

I. 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) for the purchase of an item available from only one source for audiovisual shelf ready materials from Midwest Tape for the Library System in an amount not to exceed $250,000. (Fund: Library, Office Supplies)

J. Take all appropriate action on request by HOV Services Inc. for price increase pursuant to Bid 10-081, term contract for printing and mailing of tax statements.

K. 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) for the purchase of an item from only one source, for Catepillar repair parts from Mustang Cat for FY 2015. (Fund: Various County Departments)

L. Take all appropriate action on Agreement for Janitorial Services between Fort Bend County and McLemore Building Maintenance in an amount not to exceed $625,193.40 effective October 1, 2014 through September 30, 2015, pursuant to RFP 15-002. (Fund: Various County Departments)

M. Take all appropriate action on Extension of Agreement for Facilities Camera System between Fort Bend County and 911 Security Cameras, Inc., pursuant to RFP 13-044, for additional warranty services in an amount not to exceed $11,061 effective through September 30, 2015. (Fund: Public Transportation)

N. Take all appropriate action on Bid 14-068 to provide and install Seamless Shower System at the Jail.

O. Take all appropriate action on Bid 15-025 for Toner and Ink Cartridges.

P. 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) for the purchase of an item from only one source, for Naztec traffic control repair components from Trafficware for FY 2015. (Fund: Various County Departments)

Q. Take all appropriate action on Interlocal Agreement between Region VIII Education Service Center, The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) Program, and Fort Bend County for cooperative purchasing program contract opportunities.

R. Take all appropriate action on Agreement for Construction Material Testing Services between Fort Bend County and Austin-Reed Engineers, LLC in an amount not to exceed $178,218 regarding Brand Lane, Mobility Bond Project No. 718/769, Precinct 2. (Fund: 2007 Mobility Bonds)

S. Take all appropriate action on RFP 14-046 for Insurance Broker of Record.

Item 36

RISK MANAGEMENT:

Take appropriate action on recommendation to modify action taken by Commissioners Court on August 12, 2014 regarding the Fort Bend County Employee Medical Benefit Plan, specifically to allow Health Risk Assessments and biometric testing to be voluntary, rather than mandatory, effective January 1, 2015.

Item 37

SHERIFF'S OFFICE:

A. Take all appropriate action on request for variance to the Fort Bend County Travel Policy, to authorize payment of lodging accommodations totaling $990.00 for five members of the Crisis Intervention Team that were not purchased within travel policy guidelines, while training in San Antonio, Texas from July 27 through August 1, 2014. (Fund: 1115 Waiver)

B. Take all appropriate action on Interlocal Cooperation Agreement for Emergency Jail Services between Matagorda County and Fort Bend County effective through August 30, 2015.

C. Take all appropriate action on Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services between Fort Bend County and Waterview Estates Owner's Association effective through September 30, 2015.

Item 38

Approve Bills.

Item 39

Ratify the release of time sensitive bills by Auditor on October 2, 2014.

Item 40

WORKSHOP:

Workshop to receive 2013 Annual Report on Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 2, City of Pearland, Texas (Shadow Creek Ranch).

Items 41 - 43

41. Meet in Closed Session to deliberate the following matters as authorized by the Texas Government Code:

42. Reconvene Open Session and consider taking action on the following matters:

43. Adjournment.

Oct 07, 2014 REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

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NOTICE OF MEETING FORT BEND COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT SECOND FLOOR, FORT BEND COUNTY COURTHOUSE 401 JACKSON STREET, RICHMOND, TEXAS TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2014 1:00 P.M. AGENDA

Items 1 & 2

1. Call to Order.

2. Invocation and Pledges of Allegiance by Commissioner Richard Morrison.

Item 3

Approve minutes of regular meeting held on September 23, 2014, and special meeting/workshop held on September 24, 2014.

Item 4

Public Comments regarding the Agenda and Announcements.

Item 5

PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1:00 p.m.: Conduct Public Hearings and take all appropriate action on the following matters:

A. Replat: Plantation Crossing Subdivision, Partial Replat No. 2 Reserves "B" & "D", Pct. 3.

B. Replat: Akin Subdivision, being a partial replat of Goddard School Subdivision, Pct. 3.

C. Replat: Satya Meadows, being a partial replat of Long Meadow Farms Commercial Reserve Sec. 4 Amending Plat No. 1, Pct. 4.

D. Replat: Satya Bellfort, being a partial replat of Long Meadow Farms Commercial Reserve Sec. 4 Amending Plat No. 1, Pct. 4.

CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS 6 - 23

Consent Agenda

6. OUT-OF- STATE TRAVEL: Record into Minutes the out-of- state travel by Elected Official:

7. OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL: Approve out-of-state travel requests for County personnel:

8. COUNTY JUDGE:

9. COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1:

10. COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3:

11. AUDITOR:

12. BUDGET & FINANCE/BUDGET TRANSFERS:

13. CONSTABLE, PCT. 1:

14. CONSTABLE, PCT. 2:

15. CONSTABLE, PCT. 4:

16. ENGINEERING:

17. ENGINEERING PLATS:

18. FACILITIES MANAGEMENT & PLANNING:

19. FORT BEND COUNTY TOLL ROAD AUTHORITY: The Board of Directors of the Fort Bend County Toll Road Authority reviewed this item at their regular board meeting held on August 20, 2014, and makes the following recommendation to Commissioners Court:

20. HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES:

21. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION:

22. PURCHASING:

23. SHERIFF'S OFFICE:

Item 24

COUNTY JUDGE:

A. Take all appropriate action to set a public hearing on the renaming of Gordon Ranch to Jones Creek County Park, be conducted on Tuesday, October 14, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. in the Commissioners Courtroom.

B. Take all appropriate action to set the amount for any expenditures made without advance approval of Commissioners Court by incumbent county or precinct officers who are not renominated or reelected to the county or precinct office, pursuant to Section 130.908 of the Texas Local Government Code.

Item 25

COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1:

Take all appropriate action on request by Jane Nellis to waive penalty, interest and collection fees totaling $1,414.94 on property taxes for Tax Year 2013, Precinct 1.

Item 26

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT:

Item 27

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT & PLANNING:

Item 28

FAIRGROUNDS:

Item 29

FIRE MARSHAL:

A. Take appropriate action on the Interlocal Agreement for Fire Code and Investigations between Fort Bend County and the City of Fulshear.

B. Take all appropriate action on First Amendment to Interlocal Agreement (Fire Code) between Fort Bend County and City of Simonton.

C. Take all appropriate action on Agreement between Fort Bend County and Beasley Community Volunteer Fire Department for Fire Protection in Unincorporated Fort Bend County effective through September 30, 2015.

D. Take all appropriate action on Interlocal Agreement between Fort Bend County and City of Katy for Fire Protection in Unincorporated Fort Bend County effective through September 30, 2015.

E. Take all appropriate action on Agreement between Fort Bend County and Fairchilds Volunteer Fire Department for Fire Protection in Unincorporated Fort Bend County effective through September 30, 2015.

F. Take all appropriate action on Agreement between Fort Bend County and Fresno Volunteer Fire Department for Fire Protection in Unincorporated Fort Bend County effective through September 30, 2015.

G. Take all appropriate action on Agreement between Fort Bend County and Village of Pleak Volunteer Fire Department for Fire Protection in Unincorporated Fort Bend County effective through September 30, 2015.

H. Take all appropriate action on Agreement between Fort Bend County and Thompsons Volunteer Fire Department for Fire Protection in Unincorporated Fort Bend County effective through September 30, 2015.

Item 30

HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES:

A. Take all appropriate action on Resolution Appointing Members of the Fort Bend County Animal Shelter Advisory Committee, pursuant to Texas Health & Safety Code Section 823.005.

B. Take all appropriate action on the Fort Bend County Animal Services Community Partner Handbook (Volunteer Handbook) to guide interaction and joint efforts between the Fort Bend County Animal Services Department and community partners, such as fosters, rescue groups and shelter volunteers.

C. Indigent Health Care: Take all appropriate action for variance to the Fort Bend County Travel Policy for flight purchased within the 14 day advance purchase requirement. (Fund: Indigent Health Care, Travel)

D. Social Services: Take all appropriate action on Application to United Way of Greater Houston for funding to participate in the Emergency Food and Shelter Program( EFSP), Phase 32, with no cash match required by Fort Bend County, and authorize County Judge to sign all documents pertaining to the Application.

E. Social Services: Take all appropriate action on First Amendment to Occupancy Agreement between Fort Bend County and Texana Center.

Item 31

HUMAN RESOURCES:

A. Take all appropriate action on the proposed 2015 Holiday Schedule as submitted by Human Resources.

B. Take all appropriate action on request for a new grant funded position, Epidemiologist, Grade 11 of the Public Health Policy Group, in the Clinical Health Department effective October 7, 2014. (Fund: Infectious Disease Control Unit / Foodborne Associated Infections Grant)

C. Take all appropriate action on request to reclassify Position Number 4991-0012, in the Tax/Assessor Collector's Office, from Accounting Supervisor, Grade 10 of the Professional Management Policy Group to Clerk III, Grade 7 of the Administrative Clerical Policy Group, effective October 7, 2014.

D. Take all appropriate action on request to reclassify Position Number 4181-0005, in the Facilities Maintenance & Planning Department, from Lead Maintenance Worker, Grade 8 of the Operator Skilled Trade Policy Group, to Lead Electronics Technician, Grade 10 of the Operator Skilled Trade Policy Group, effective October 7, 2014. (Fund: Facilities Maintenance)

E. Take all appropriate action on request to reclassify Position Number 5601-0428, in the Sheriff's Office, from Sergeant, Grade 12 of the Law Enforcement Policy Group, to Public Safety Communications Manager, Grade 13 of the Professional Management Policy Group, effective October 7, 2014.

Item 32

LIBRARY:

Take all appropriate action on revisions to the Fort Bend County Libraries After-Hours Meeting Rooms Policy.

Item 33

OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT:

Item 34

PARKS & RECREATION:

A. Take all appropriate action on request for FY 2015 transfer in the amount of $12,000 from Commissioners Court Projects into Mustang Project for repairs of roof at Mustang Community Center.

B. Take all appropriate action on request to refund payment of $75.00 dollars to Belen Medina for rental of the Four Corners Community Center due to emergency circumstance.

Item 35

PURCHASING:

A. Take all appropriate action on request to donate surplus property, specifically thirty-five 35) deactivated radios to Fort Bend County Fair Association, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152(a)(4).

B. Take all appropriate action on the request to sell surplus property as presented by Purchasing Agent, including vehicles and equipment, by auction on October 25, 2014.

C. Take all appropriate action on Agreement for Professional Engineering Services between Fort Bend County and Isani Consultants, L.P. in an amount not to exceed $565,441 for construction materials testing services regarding Williams Way Boulevard, pursuant to SOQ 14-025, Mobility Bond Project No. 13114, Precinct 1. (Fund: 2013 Mobility Bonds)

D. Take all appropriate action on upgrade of Solarwinds Server and Application Monitor License from NWN Corporation utilizing Department of Information Resources Contract DIR-SDD-1640 in an amount not to exceed $17,250. (Fund: Information Technology)

E. Take all appropriate action to consider granting an exemption to the competitive bid process as authorized by Section 262.024(a)(7) Texas Local Government Code for the purchase of an item available from only one source, Trustwave Holdings, Inc., for Security Web Filtering and Reporting software upgrade in an amount not to exceed $25,553 for year one and $13,407 for years two through five. (Fund: County Clerk, Fees)

F. Take all appropriate action on Internet Service Addendum between Fort Bend County and Phonoscope Light Wave, Inc., for high speed internet access under Contract PLW-07621 at a monthly amount not to exceed $7,540 for FY 2015, pursuant to RFP 10-086. (Fund: Information Technology)

G. Take all appropriate action on Master Networking Service Addendum between Fort Bend County and Phonoscope Light Wave, Inc., for E-line circuits under Contract PLW-07620 for a monthly amount not to exceed $34,840 for FY 2015, pursuant to RFP 10-086. (Fund: Information Technology)

H. Take all appropriate action on Engagement Letter from Bracewell & Giuliani, LLP, for Bond Counsel regarding Fort Bend County Toll Road Revenue Bonds, pursuant to SOQ 14-061.

I. 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) for the purchase of an item available from only one source for audiovisual shelf ready materials from Midwest Tape for the Library System in an amount not to exceed $250,000. (Fund: Library, Office Supplies)

J. Take all appropriate action on request by HOV Services Inc. for price increase pursuant to Bid 10-081, term contract for printing and mailing of tax statements.

K. 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) for the purchase of an item from only one source, for Catepillar repair parts from Mustang Cat for FY 2015. (Fund: Various County Departments)

L. Take all appropriate action on Agreement for Janitorial Services between Fort Bend County and McLemore Building Maintenance in an amount not to exceed $625,193.40 effective October 1, 2014 through September 30, 2015, pursuant to RFP 15-002. (Fund: Various County Departments)

M. Take all appropriate action on Extension of Agreement for Facilities Camera System between Fort Bend County and 911 Security Cameras, Inc., pursuant to RFP 13-044, for additional warranty services in an amount not to exceed $11,061 effective through September 30, 2015. (Fund: Public Transportation)

N. Take all appropriate action on Bid 14-068 to provide and install Seamless Shower System at the Jail.

O. Take all appropriate action on Bid 15-025 for Toner and Ink Cartridges.

P. 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) for the purchase of an item from only one source, for Naztec traffic control repair components from Trafficware for FY 2015. (Fund: Various County Departments)

Q. Take all appropriate action on Interlocal Agreement between Region VIII Education Service Center, The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) Program, and Fort Bend County for cooperative purchasing program contract opportunities.

R. Take all appropriate action on Agreement for Construction Material Testing Services between Fort Bend County and Austin-Reed Engineers, LLC in an amount not to exceed $178,218 regarding Brand Lane, Mobility Bond Project No. 718/769, Precinct 2. (Fund: 2007 Mobility Bonds)

S. Take all appropriate action on RFP 14-046 for Insurance Broker of Record.

Item 36

RISK MANAGEMENT:

Item 37

SHERIFF'S OFFICE:

A. Take all appropriate action on request for variance to the Fort Bend County Travel Policy, to authorize payment of lodging accommodations totaling $990.00 for five members of the Crisis Intervention Team that were not purchased within travel policy guidelines, while training in San Antonio, Texas from July 27 through August 1, 2014. (Fund: 1115 Waiver)

B. Take all appropriate action on Interlocal Cooperation Agreement for Emergency Jail Services between Matagorda County and Fort Bend County effective through August 30, 2015.

C. Take all appropriate action on Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services between Fort Bend County and Waterview Estates Owner's Association effective through September 30, 2015.

Item 38

Approve Bills.

Item 39

Ratify the release of time sensitive bills by Auditor on October 2, 2014.

Item 40

WORKSHOP:

Workshop to receive 2013 Annual Report on Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 2, City of Pearland, Texas (Shadow Creek Ranch).

Items 41 - 43

41. Meet in Closed Session to deliberate the following matters as authorized by the Texas Government Code:

42. Reconvene Open Session and consider taking action on the following matters:

43. Adjournment.

NOTICE OF MEETING FORT BEND COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT SECOND FLOOR, FORT BEND COUNTY COURTHOUSE 401 JACKSON STREET, RICHMOND, TEXAS TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2014 1:00 P.M. AGENDA

Items 1 & 2

1. Call to Order.

2. Invocation and Pledges of Allegiance by Commissioner Richard Morrison.

Item 5 PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1:00 p.m.: Conduct Public Hearings and take all appropriate action on the following matters:

A. Replat: Plantation Crossing Subdivision, Partial Replat No. 2 Reserves "B" & "D", Pct. 3.

B. Replat: Akin Subdivision, being a partial replat of Goddard School Subdivision, Pct. 3.

C. Replat: Satya Meadows, being a partial replat of Long Meadow Farms Commercial Reserve Sec. 4 Amending Plat No. 1, Pct. 4.

D. Replat: Satya Bellfort, being a partial replat of Long Meadow Farms Commercial Reserve Sec. 4 Amending Plat No. 1, Pct. 4.

CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS 6 - 23

Consent Agenda

6. OUT-OF- STATE TRAVEL: Record into Minutes the out-of- state travel by Elected Official:

7. OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL: Approve out-of-state travel requests for County personnel:

8. COUNTY JUDGE:

9. COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1:

10. COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3:

11. AUDITOR:

12. BUDGET & FINANCE/BUDGET TRANSFERS:

13. CONSTABLE, PCT. 1:

14. CONSTABLE, PCT. 2:

15. CONSTABLE, PCT. 4:

16. ENGINEERING:

17. ENGINEERING PLATS:

18. FACILITIES MANAGEMENT & PLANNING:

19. FORT BEND COUNTY TOLL ROAD AUTHORITY: The Board of Directors of the Fort Bend County Toll Road Authority reviewed this item at their regular board meeting held on August 20, 2014, and makes the following recommendation to Commissioners Court:

20. HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES:

21. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION:

22. PURCHASING:

23. SHERIFF'S OFFICE:

Item 24 COUNTY JUDGE:

A. Take all appropriate action to set a public hearing on the renaming of Gordon Ranch to Jones Creek County Park, be conducted on Tuesday, October 14, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. in the Commissioners Courtroom.

B. Take all appropriate action to set the amount for any expenditures made without advance approval of Commissioners Court by incumbent county or precinct officers who are not renominated or reelected to the county or precinct office, pursuant to Section 130.908 of the Texas Local Government Code.

Item 25 COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1:

Item 26 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT:

Item 27 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT & PLANNING:

Item 28 FAIRGROUNDS:

Item 29 FIRE MARSHAL:

A. Take appropriate action on the Interlocal Agreement for Fire Code and Investigations between Fort Bend County and the City of Fulshear.

B. Take all appropriate action on First Amendment to Interlocal Agreement (Fire Code) between Fort Bend County and City of Simonton.

C. Take all appropriate action on Agreement between Fort Bend County and Beasley Community Volunteer Fire Department for Fire Protection in Unincorporated Fort Bend County effective through September 30, 2015.

D. Take all appropriate action on Interlocal Agreement between Fort Bend County and City of Katy for Fire Protection in Unincorporated Fort Bend County effective through September 30, 2015.

E. Take all appropriate action on Agreement between Fort Bend County and Fairchilds Volunteer Fire Department for Fire Protection in Unincorporated Fort Bend County effective through September 30, 2015.

F. Take all appropriate action on Agreement between Fort Bend County and Fresno Volunteer Fire Department for Fire Protection in Unincorporated Fort Bend County effective through September 30, 2015.

G. Take all appropriate action on Agreement between Fort Bend County and Village of Pleak Volunteer Fire Department for Fire Protection in Unincorporated Fort Bend County effective through September 30, 2015.

H. Take all appropriate action on Agreement between Fort Bend County and Thompsons Volunteer Fire Department for Fire Protection in Unincorporated Fort Bend County effective through September 30, 2015.

Item 30 HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES:

A. Take all appropriate action on Resolution Appointing Members of the Fort Bend County Animal Shelter Advisory Committee, pursuant to Texas Health & Safety Code Section 823.005.

B. Take all appropriate action on the Fort Bend County Animal Services Community Partner Handbook (Volunteer Handbook) to guide interaction and joint efforts between the Fort Bend County Animal Services Department and community partners, such as fosters, rescue groups and shelter volunteers.

C. Indigent Health Care: Take all appropriate action for variance to the Fort Bend County Travel Policy for flight purchased within the 14 day advance purchase requirement. (Fund: Indigent Health Care, Travel)

E. Social Services: Take all appropriate action on First Amendment to Occupancy Agreement between Fort Bend County and Texana Center.

Item 31 HUMAN RESOURCES:

A. Take all appropriate action on the proposed 2015 Holiday Schedule as submitted by Human Resources.

B. Take all appropriate action on request for a new grant funded position, Epidemiologist, Grade 11 of the Public Health Policy Group, in the Clinical Health Department effective October 7, 2014. (Fund: Infectious Disease Control Unit / Foodborne Associated Infections Grant)

C. Take all appropriate action on request to reclassify Position Number 4991-0012, in the Tax/Assessor Collector's Office, from Accounting Supervisor, Grade 10 of the Professional Management Policy Group to Clerk III, Grade 7 of the Administrative Clerical Policy Group, effective October 7, 2014.

E. Take all appropriate action on request to reclassify Position Number 5601-0428, in the Sheriff's Office, from Sergeant, Grade 12 of the Law Enforcement Policy Group, to Public Safety Communications Manager, Grade 13 of the Professional Management Policy Group, effective October 7, 2014.

Item 32 LIBRARY:

Item 33 OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT:

Item 34 PARKS & RECREATION:

A. Take all appropriate action on request for FY 2015 transfer in the amount of $12,000 from Commissioners Court Projects into Mustang Project for repairs of roof at Mustang Community Center.

B. Take all appropriate action on request to refund payment of $75.00 dollars to Belen Medina for rental of the Four Corners Community Center due to emergency circumstance.

Item 35 PURCHASING:

A. Take all appropriate action on request to donate surplus property, specifically thirty-five 35) deactivated radios to Fort Bend County Fair Association, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 263.152(a)(4).

B. Take all appropriate action on the request to sell surplus property as presented by Purchasing Agent, including vehicles and equipment, by auction on October 25, 2014.

D. Take all appropriate action on upgrade of Solarwinds Server and Application Monitor License from NWN Corporation utilizing Department of Information Resources Contract DIR-SDD-1640 in an amount not to exceed $17,250. (Fund: Information Technology)

F. Take all appropriate action on Internet Service Addendum between Fort Bend County and Phonoscope Light Wave, Inc., for high speed internet access under Contract PLW-07621 at a monthly amount not to exceed $7,540 for FY 2015, pursuant to RFP 10-086. (Fund: Information Technology)

G. Take all appropriate action on Master Networking Service Addendum between Fort Bend County and Phonoscope Light Wave, Inc., for E-line circuits under Contract PLW-07620 for a monthly amount not to exceed $34,840 for FY 2015, pursuant to RFP 10-086. (Fund: Information Technology)

H. Take all appropriate action on Engagement Letter from Bracewell & Giuliani, LLP, for Bond Counsel regarding Fort Bend County Toll Road Revenue Bonds, pursuant to SOQ 14-061.

J. Take all appropriate action on request by HOV Services Inc. for price increase pursuant to Bid 10-081, term contract for printing and mailing of tax statements.

L. Take all appropriate action on Agreement for Janitorial Services between Fort Bend County and McLemore Building Maintenance in an amount not to exceed $625,193.40 effective October 1, 2014 through September 30, 2015, pursuant to RFP 15-002. (Fund: Various County Departments)

N. Take all appropriate action on Bid 14-068 to provide and install Seamless Shower System at the Jail.

O. Take all appropriate action on Bid 15-025 for Toner and Ink Cartridges.

Q. Take all appropriate action on Interlocal Agreement between Region VIII Education Service Center, The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) Program, and Fort Bend County for cooperative purchasing program contract opportunities.

R. Take all appropriate action on Agreement for Construction Material Testing Services between Fort Bend County and Austin-Reed Engineers, LLC in an amount not to exceed $178,218 regarding Brand Lane, Mobility Bond Project No. 718/769, Precinct 2. (Fund: 2007 Mobility Bonds)

S. Take all appropriate action on RFP 14-046 for Insurance Broker of Record.

Item 36 RISK MANAGEMENT:

Item 37 SHERIFF'S OFFICE:

B. Take all appropriate action on Interlocal Cooperation Agreement for Emergency Jail Services between Matagorda County and Fort Bend County effective through August 30, 2015.

C. Take all appropriate action on Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services between Fort Bend County and Waterview Estates Owner's Association effective through September 30, 2015.

Item 40 WORKSHOP:

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PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1:00 p.m.: Conduct Public Hearings and take all appropriate action on the following matters:

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COUNTY JUDGE:

Item 25

COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1:

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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT:

Item 27

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT & PLANNING:

Item 28

FAIRGROUNDS:

Item 29

FIRE MARSHAL:

Item 30

HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES:

Item 31

HUMAN RESOURCES:

Item 32

LIBRARY:

Item 33

OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT:

Item 34

PARKS & RECREATION:

Item 35

PURCHASING:

Item 36

RISK MANAGEMENT:

Item 37

SHERIFF'S OFFICE:

Item 40

WORKSHOP:

Item 5

PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1:00 p.m.: Conduct Public Hearings and take all appropriate action on the following matters:

Item 24

COUNTY JUDGE:

Item 25

COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1:

Item 26

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT:

Item 27

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT & PLANNING:

Item 28

FAIRGROUNDS:

Item 29

FIRE MARSHAL:

Item 30

HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES:

Item 31

HUMAN RESOURCES: