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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 25, 2022 1:00 P.M. AGENDA

1. Call to Order.

2. Invocation and Pledges of Allegiance by Commissioner Grady Prestage.

3. Approve minutes of regular meeting held on October 11, 2022.

4. Public Comments regarding the Agenda and Announcements.

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

A. Acceptance of traffic control plan for Jordan Ranch Section 29, Precinct 1.

B. Acceptance of traffic control plan for Jordan Ranch Section 33, Precinct 1.

C. Acceptance of traffic control plan for Gaston Road, Precinct 1.

D. Acceptance of traffic control plan for Tamarron Section 55, Precinct 1.

E. Acceptance of traffic control plan for McCrary Meadows, Section 9, Precinct 1.

F. Acceptance of traffic control plan for Sienna, Section 39B, Precinct 2.

G. Acceptance of traffic control plan for Caldwell Ranch Section 6, Precinct 2.

H. Acceptance of traffic control plan for Caldwell Ranch Section 7, Precinct 2.

I. Acceptance of traffic control plan for Olympia Falls, Section 1, Precinct 2.

J. Acceptance of traffic control plan for Olympia Falls, Section 2, Precinct 2.

K. Acceptance of traffic control plan for Sunset Crossing, Section 7, Precinct 2.

L. Acceptance of traffic control plan for Sunset Crossing, Section 8, Precinct 2.

M. Acceptance of traffic control plan for Clodine Road, Precinct 4.

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

7. BUDGET TRANSFER(s):

8. COUNTY TREASURER:

9. ENGINEERING-PAYMENTS:

10. ENGINEERING-PERMITS:

11. ENGINEERING-DEVELOPMENT:

12. FACILITIES MANAGEMENT & PLANNING: The Director of Facilities Management & Planning submits these invoices for approval and payment for projects that are funded by 2015 Facility Bonds and by Certificates of Obligation:

13. 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 October 17, 2022, and makes the following recommendations to Commissioners Court:

14. 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 October 17, 2022 and makes the following recommendations to Commissioners Court:

15. 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:

16. HUMAN RESOURCES:

17. PARKS & RECREATION:

18. PURCHASING:

19. ROAD & BRIDGE:

20. SHERIFF'S OFFICE:

21. TAX ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR:

Take all appropriate action on Order Approving a Project and Plan of Finance for Fort Bend County Reinvestment Zone Number One, Fort Bend County, Texas; Authorizing the Execution of a Tri-Party Agreement and other matters in connection therewith containing findings and provisions related.

23. BUDGET & FINANCE:

A. Take all appropriate action on transfer in the amount of $138,753 from accounts listed on Director's form dated October 17, 2022 into American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) - Admin and American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) - C4 (Bailiff) for allocation of funds to close out completed American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) projects and fund administrative costs.

B. Take all appropriate action on transfer in the amount of $27,563 from Non-Departmental Contingency into accounts listed on Director's form dated October 17, 2022 to allocate funds for Common Area Maintenance (CAM) for leased office spaces.

24. 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 FY2022 funding, all of which are part of the FY2022 Consolidated Annual Action Plan approved by Commissioners Court on July 5, 2022 and authorize County Judge to sign all documents pertaining to said agreements: 1. Community Development Block Grant in the amount of $3,322,918; 2. HOME Investment Partnerships Program in the amount of $1,046,472; and 3. Emergency Solutions Grant Program in the amount of $294,122.

25. CONSTABLE, PCT. 1:

Take all appropriate action on Agreements for Additional Law Enforcement Services with services to be provided by the Office of Fort Bend Constable Precinct 1, effective through September 30, 2023 between Fort Bend County and the following entities: 1. Firethorne Community Association, Inc; 2. Fulshear Municipal Utility District No. 3A; and 3. Seven Meadows Community Association, Inc.

26. CONSTABLE, PCT. 2:

A. Take all appropriate action on request to transfer $1,752 from PO-Contingency into Information Technology to allocate funds for the purchase of department printers.

B. Take all appropriate action on request to create one (1) Deputy Constable position, Grade L04 of the Law Enforcement salary structure, in the Constable, Precinct 2 Office to serve as bailiff in the newly created Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2, Place 2, effective October 25, 2022. (Fund: Non-Departmental Contingency)

C. Take all appropriate action on transfer in the amount of $96,654 from Non - Departmental Contingency into accounts detailed on Director's form dated October 17, 2022 to allocate funds for bailiff request for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2 Place 2.

27. CONSTABLE, PCT. 3:

Take all appropriate action on Interlocal Agreement for Additional Law Enforcement Services between Fort Bend County and Fort Bend Municipal Utility District 134D, with services to be provided by the Office of Fort Bend County Constable Precinct 3, effective through September 30, 2023.

28. CONSTABLE, PCT. 4:

Take all appropriate action on Interlocal Cooperation Contract between Fort Bend County and Texas State University for Fort Bend County Constable Precinct 4 Office to accept grant funds in the amount of $27,500 for the enforcement of Health and Safety laws regarding the sale of tobacco to minors, with no cash match required by the county effective from the date of execution through August 31, 2023.

29. COUNTY ATTORNEY:

Take all appropriate action on transfer in the amount of $21,158 from Non-Departmental - Fees into County Attorney - Fees to allocate funds for legal services ordered in FY2018, FY2020, FY2021, and FY2022.

30. DISTRICT ATTORNEY:

A. Take all appropriate action on the Independent Contractor’s Agreement and Release relating to the FY2023 Stop Impaired Drivers: Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office No Refusal Grant Program, and authorize the Fort Bend County District Attorney Brian M. Middleton to execute the Independent Contractor’s Agreement and Release with blood technicians or phlebotomists, in an amount not to exceed $50 per hour for a maximum of $9,200, effective through September 30, 2023.

B. Take all appropriate action on Interlocal Agreement between Fort Bend County and City of Houston to participate in the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Program: Houston Metropolitan Area effective through December 31, 2022.

31. DISTRICT JUDGE:

A. Courts Administration Department: Take all appropriate action on Office of Court Administration Reimbursement Agreement in the amount of $1,000 per person for travel to the Texas Judicial Branch Caseflow Management Summit.

B. Courts Administration Department: Take all appropriate action to transfer Part-time Grand Jury Bailiff Position Nos. 5601-P004, 5601-P005, 5601-P106, 5601-P107, 5601-P013, and 5601-P014 from Sheriff – Bailiffs to Courts Administration.

C. Courts Administration Department: Take all appropriate action on transfer in the amount of $22,465 as detailed on Director's form dated October 17, 2022 to allocate funds for bailiff positions transferred from the Sheriff's Office into the Courts Administration.

32. ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY & DEVELOPMENT:

A. Take all appropriate action on request to create one full time position, Assistant Director of Economic Opportunity & Development, Grade 112 of the General Pay Structure, in the Economic Opportunity & Development Department, effective October 25, 2022. (Fund: American Rescue Plan Act – Economic Development & Recovery)

B. Take all appropriate action on request to create one full-time position, Project Manager, Grade 109 of the General Pay Structure, in the Economic Opportunity & Development Department, effective October 25, 2022. (Fund: American Rescue Plan Act – Economic Development & Recovery)

C. Take all appropriate action on Lease Agreement between Fort Bend County and Commerce Green Associates, L.P. for the Economic Development Office, in a total amount not to exceed $126,675.90, effective November 1, 2022, through December 31, 2025. (Fund: American Rescue Plan Act -Economic Development & Recovery)

33. ENGINEERING:

A. Take all appropriate action on Agreement for Local On-System Improvement Project between Fort Bend County and Texas Department of Transportation regarding Chimney Rock, Mobility Bond Project Nos. 17202 and 20202, Precinct 2.

B. Take all appropriate action on conveyance of Donation Deed between Fort Bend County and Beazer Homes Texas, LP, regarding Sunrise Meadows Drive, Precinct 4, and authorize County Clerk to record in the Official Public Records at no cost.

C. Take all appropriate action on the following Advance Funding Agreements regarding the Bridge Replacement Program in Fort Bend County, Precincts 1, 2, and 4: 1. Pleasant Rd. (County Road 267) at Cedar Creek; 2. County Road 209 (Hopkins Road) at Turkey Creek; 3. County Road 266 (Hubenak Road.) at Buffalo Creek; 4. Pool Hill Road at Brookshire Creek; 5. County Road 3226 (Hunt Road) at Brookshire Creek; 6. County Road 234 (C. Meyer Road) at Bee Creek; 7. County Road 117 (Zamanek Road) at Deer Creek; 8. County Road 313 (Kamas Road) at Fairchilds Creek Tributary; 9. County Road 222 (Beasley - W. End Road) at Snake Creek; 10. Randon School Road at Coon Creek; and 11. Needville Road (County Road 270) at Cedar Creek

D. Take all appropriate action on conveyance of Donation Deed between Fort Bend County and Beazer Homes Texas, LP, regarding Spacek Road, Precinct 4, and authorize County Clerk to record in the Official Public Records at no cost.

E. Take all appropriate action on conveyance of Donation Deed between Fort Bend County and Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 162, regarding Sunrise Meadows Drive, Precinct 4, and authorize County Clerk to record in the Official Public Records at no cost.

F. Take all appropriate action on request for variance to the landscape reserve requirements as stated in Section 7.3.A(1) of the Fort Bend County Regulations of Subdivisions for Jordan Ranch Section 38 on behalf of IDS Engineering Inc., Precinct 1.

G. Take all appropriate action on the plat for the roads within Jordan Ranch Sec 38, Precinct 1.

H. Take all appropriate action on the plat for the lots within Jordan Ranch Sec 38, Precinct 1.

34. FIRE MARSHAL:

Take all appropriate action on request to set Fort Bend County Arson Investigation cost recovery fees based on FEMA's nationally approved rates for replacing equipment utilized during arson investigations, authorize the Fort Bend County Fire Marshal's Office to establish said fees as restitution fees once charges have been filed with the District Attorney's Office, and authorize the Fort Bend County District Attorney's Office to establish the parameters for the rates and the reimbursement.

35. HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES:

A. Emergency Medical Service: Take all appropriate action on Affiliation and Program Agreement between Fort Bend County and the University of Alaska Anchorage to enable qualified students enrolled in the Emergency Medical Technician Training Program to perform components of their clinical course under the supervision of Fort Bend County emergency medical training officers.

B. Health & Human Services: Take all appropriate action on Affiliation and Program Agreement between Fort Bend County and Southern New Hampshire University, to enable qualified students in the field of a variety of health care programs to perform components of their practical learning experience under the supervision of Fort Bend County Health & Human Services staff.

36. HOMELAND SECURITY & EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT:

Take all appropriate action on Fort Bend County's FY2022 Extreme Weather Preparedness Plan.

37. HUMAN RESOURCES:

A. Take all appropriate action to create a new position, HR Generalist-Recruiting, Grade 107 of the General Pay Structure in the Human Resources Department by redirecting vacant Position 4101-0011, Prevailing Wage Project Coordinator, Grade 109 of the General Pay Structure in the Risk Management Department, effective October 25, 2022.

B. Take all appropriate action on transfer in the amount of $113,702 as detailed on Director's form dated October 19, 2022 to allocate funds to create HR Generalist - Recruiter by redirecting vacant Risk Management position 4101-0011.

38. JUSTICE OF THE PEACE, PRECINCT. 2, PLACE 2:

Take all appropriate action on transfer in the amount of $176,199 from Non-Departmental Contingency into Accounts listed on Directors form dated October 17, 2022 to allocate funds for Court Coordinator Position, salary deficiencies for 4 other Positions, furniture and IT equipment for entire JP 2-2 staff.

39. PARKS & RECREATION:

Take all appropriate action to name a Fort Bend County Park facility located at 4200 Fulshear Katy Road, Katy, TX 77494 as Super Dave's All Abilities Park in honor of David "Dave" D'Andrea.

40. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION:

Take all appropriate action on fourth Amendment to Agreement for Transportation Services between Fort Bend County and Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels & Much, Much, More.

41. PURCHASING:

A. Take all appropriate action on Consultant Agreement between Fort Bend County and Michelle Wittenburg for professional services regarding state legislative matters in the amount of $6,000 per month, for a total amount not to exceed $72,000 for FY2023. (Fund: Non-Departmental – Fees)

B. Take all appropriate action on Consultant Agreement between Fort Bend County and Darryl B. Carter for professional services regarding state legislative matters in the amount of $6,000 per month, for a total amount not to exceed $72,000 for FY2023. (Fund: Non-Departmental – Fees)

C. Take all appropriate action on Consultant Agreement between Fort Bend County and Jim Short, Inc. for professional services regarding state legislative matters in the amount of $6,000 per month, for a total amount not to exceed $72,000 for FY2023. (Fund: Non-Departmental – Fees)

D. Take all appropriate action on Addendum to Continuant Agreement between Fort Bend County, TX and Continuant Tech, Inc. utilizing DIR Contract No. DIR-TELE-CTSA-011, for the purchase of Cisco extended managed services in an amount not to exceed $119,812.76 for the term of November 1, 2022 through October 31, 2023. (Fund: Information Technology)

E. 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 Arrow® EZ-IO® Intraosseous Vascular Access System from only one source, Teleflex, for various departments upon request for Fiscal Year 2023 budgets.

F. Take all appropriate action on Agreement between Fort Bend County and Apex Consulting Group, Inc., pursuant to RFQ 22-093 for Design/Build of Emergency Medical Services Squad Station in Beasley in an amount not to exceed $835,850. (Fund: Advance Funding)

G. Take all appropriate action on Third Amendment to Agreement between Fort Bend County and SWCA, Inc., pursuant to RFQ 20-109 for Professional Environmental Consulting Services, for additional services in the amount of $40,000 for a total contract not to exceed $120,000 and to extend the time of performance through March 31, 2023. (Fund: Community Development Grants)

H. Take all appropriate action on request for price increases from James Construction Group, LLC, pursuant to Bid 22-051, term contract for Earthen Road Materials.

I. Take all appropriate action on Bid 23-008, term contract for Trophies for Summer Reading Program.

J. Take all appropriate action on Bid 23-007, term contract for auto body repairs to Heavy Equipment and Commercial Vehicles.

K. Take all appropriate action on Bid 23-006, term contract for Bridge Materials.

L. Take all appropriate action on Amendment to Agreement between Fort Bend County and Crain Group, LLC, pursuant to RFQ 21-029 for additional services regarding the Emergency Operations Center in the amount of $261,282.69 for a total contract amount not to exceed $9,552,166.69. (Fund: Certificates of Obligation)

M. Take all appropriate action on Agreement between Fort Bend County and C&T Information Technology Consulting, Inc, utilizing DIR Contract No. DIR-CPO-4570 for consulting services related to business intelligence support for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) related projects to build dashboards in the amount of $82,600 for FY2023. (Fund: American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) & Operational Funds, IT)

N. Take all appropriate action on Agreement between Fort Bend County and Creative Bus Sales, Inc. pursuant to RFP 22-034 for purchase of transit vehicles for Public Transportation.

O. Take all appropriate action on Agreement for Professional Environmental Services between Fort Bend County and Berg-Oliver Associates, Inc., for a total contract amount not to exceed $27,850, pursuant to SOQ 14-025 regarding Watts Plantation, Mobility Bond Project No. 17210, Precinct 2. (Fund: Mobility Bonds)

P. Take all appropriate action on Second Amendment to Agreement for Professional Engineering Services between Fort Bend County and Pierce Goodwin Alexander & Linville, Inc., to increase the contract in the amount of $148,499.20 for a total contract amount not to exceed $2,248,494.04, pursuant to SOQ 14-025 regarding US 90A at SH 99, Mobility Bond Project No. 13409, Precinct 4. (Fund: Mobility Bonds)

Q. Take all appropriate action on Agreement for Professional Engineering Services between Fort Bend County and DE Corp., pursuant to SOQ 14-025 regarding SH 99 Frontage Road NB, Mobility Bond Project No. 20320x, Precinct 1, for a total contract amount not to exceed $1,529,920. (Fund: Certificates of Obligation)

R. Take all appropriate action on First Amendment to Agreement for Professional Engineering Services between Fort Bend County and KCI Technologies, Inc., to increase the contract in the amount of $11,965 for a total contract amount not to exceed $251,221, pursuant to SOQ 14-025 regarding Bellaire Boulevard Turn Lanes, Mobility Bond Project No. 20313x, Precinct 4. (Fund: Mobility Bonds)

42. RISK MANAGEMENT:

A. Take all appropriate action on renewal of supplement medical coverage for retiree and retiree dependents aged 65 years and over by TransAmerica Premier Life Insurance Company through the Texas Association of Counties Health and Employee Benefits Pool, and accept premium rates, with no change for the 2023 plan year to be effective January 1, 2023; and authorize County Judge to execute member contract designation.

B. Take all appropriate action on the Retiree Over Age 65 Medicare Supplement Rates, with no change, to be effective January 1, 2023.

43. SHERIFF'S OFFICE:

A. Take all appropriate action on Agreement between Fort Bend County and Northeast Fort Bend County Volunteer Fire Department for use of firefighting equipment, effective through September 30, 2023.

B. Take all appropriate action on continuation by Fort Bend County in the Texas Statewide Automated Victim Notification (VINE - Victim Information & Notification Everyday) Service (SAVNS), and approve Grant Contract No. C-00195 between the Office of the Attorney General and Fort Bend County effective September 1, 2022, through August 31, 2023.

44. TAX ASSESSOR/COLLECTOR:

Take all appropriate action on Amendment to Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Fort Bend County and Houston Community College – Missouri City and Stafford for change in services to be provided and increase in the total maximum compensation under the Agreement effective through September 30, 2022.

45. Approve Bills.

46. Ratify the release of time-sensitive disbursements made on October 20, 2022.

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

A. § 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.

B. § 551.076. Deliberation Regarding Security Devices. Commissioners Court will meet in Closed Session to deliberate the deployment or specific occasions for implementation of security personnel or devices.

Drainage District

Items 48 & 49

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

49. Adjournment.

Oct 25, 2022 REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

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