The Parker County Commissioners Court convened in regular session on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at 9:07 a.m. at the Parker County Courthouse in Weatherford, Texas. All commissioners (Conley, Holt, Walden, Hale) and County Judge Pat Deen were present. The court addressed consent items, transportation projects, various approvals, an executive session, and plat approvals. The meeting concluded at 11:49 a.m. after a closed session from 9:44 a.m. to 11:24 a.m. Consent Calendar The following items were approved by unanimous motion (Commissioner Walden moved, Commissioner Holt seconded) without separate discussion: - Approval of line item budget adjustments, payment of routine bills, and audit reports (Auditor). - Approval of the Treasurer’s report on fund balances, payroll, insurance, retirement, and the monthly investment report. - Acceptance of minutes, monthly reports, and personnel changes (County Judge). Approvals & Actions (Separate Votes) - RFP PC25-20 (Collection of Fines & Fees for JP Courts): Approved. - RFP PC25-21 (HVAC Equipment & Installation for District Courts building): Approved. - Texas LGC 262.024 Discretionary Exemptions: Approved. - Acceptance of firearm donation to Sheriff’s Office: Approved. - Old Weatherford Road Right-of-Way Acquisition: Approved. - Ellis Creek Subdivision Paving Improvements Change Order 2: Approved. - Johnson Bend / Green Acres Rd. Change Order 2: Approved. - Tax Abatement Agreement with Encore Oilfield Services LLC: Judge Deen authorized to sign. - Quote to upgrade Hart Verity to 2.7 (Elections Administrator): Approved. - Interlocal Agreement for Inmate Housing with Wise County: Approved. - Law Library location: Transferred public access from Weatherford Public Library to locations at the County Clerk’s and District Clerk’s offices. Approved. - Resolution 25-17 authorizing purchases from Texas Facilities Commission Federal Surplus Property Program: Approved. - Precinct 1 purchase from Texas Facilities Commission: Approved. - Deny payment to Frontier Communications for $213.64 (Claim TXDP2588823): Approved. - TxDOT Certification Form 3 for Zion Hill Paving Improvements: Approved. - Acceptance of $155,874.00 contract (TERP Rebate Grant) from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality: Approved. - Ratification of TERP Grant Contract 582-25-70997-RG: Approved. - Establishment of committee to address jail planning needs and additional bed space: Appointed Sheriff Authier, Chief Arnett, Ron King, Commissioner Walden, and County Attorney John Forrest to the committee. Approved. - Revolution Data Systems Records Digitization contract (County Clerk): Approved, to be paid from special funds. - US Imaging, INC proposal to scan plat cabinets A–G on-site (County Clerk): Approved, paid from special funds. - Second Addendum to Interlocal Agreement with Haskell County for Inmate Housing: Approved. - Interlocal Agreement with Jack County for Inmate Housing: Approved. Items Accepted into the Minutes (No Separate Vote Required) The following reports and documents were accepted into the minutes as submitted: - Parker County ESD No. 3 Annual Financial Report/Audit - Parker County ESD No. 7 Annual Financial Report/Audit - Parker County Permitting Department Quarterly Report - Automatic bank draft authorizations for auto registration transactions (Davenport Motors, Jerry's GM, Jerry's Hyundai, Slate Motor Co., Cowboy Trailers Sales – Weatherford LLC) - Resolution 25-16 FY2026-2027 Solid Waste Implementation Grant Program - RFP PC23-30 HDR Architects Justice Center/Jail Study Amendment No. 2 (Items H, I, and J were specifically accepted into the minutes per the record.) Executive Session (Closed, then Open Actions) The court convened in closed session at 9:44 a.m. under Texas Government Code Sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.074, and 551.076 to discuss consultation with attorneys, real estate, personnel, and security. Topics included land development regulations, land and vital records management, the Justice Center and Jail, multiple properties in Weatherford and Aledo, a Budget Analyst/Grant Writer position, and space allocation committee security recommendations. Commissioner Walden exited at 9:42 a.m. but was present when the court reconvened at 11:24 a.m. Upon returning to open session, the court took the following actions: - 613 N. Oakridge, Weatherford, TX (Parcel 3): Approved the appraisal for the final offer in preparation for imminent domain acquisition for the Oakridge Rd Project (US 180 North to Mary Martin Elementary School). - 10315 Bankhead Hwy, Aledo (Parcel 9): Approved the market study for initial offer to acquire property for widening East Bankhead Highway (S Ranch House Road to FM 1187). - 17 Vernon Rd, Aledo (Parcel 10): Approved market study for initial offer for same project. - 10333 E Bankhead Hwy, Aledo (Parcel 11): Approved market study for initial offer for same project. - 1015 Champions Dr, Aledo (Parcel 14): Approved market study for initial offer for same project. - SW corner of E Bankhead Hwy and FM 1187, Aledo (Parcel 16): Approved market study for initial offer for same project. - 2 Dean Drive, Aledo (Parcel 12): Approved market study for initial offer for same project. - Bankhead Hwy @ Champions Drive, Aledo (Parcel 13): Approved market study for initial offer for same project. - Budget Analyst/Grant Writer position: Motion carried to set salary at $110,000.00 annually. - Space Allocation Committee security recommendations: Approved a motion to charge the existing committee with creating a plan for both inside and outside the Annex building. (No action was taken on items A (land development regulations), B (land and vital records management), C (Justice Center/Jail update), or D (203 Eden Road).) Plats & Subdivisions Each precinct’s plat items were approved by unanimous vote unless noted. Precinct 1 (Commissioner Conley): - Arena Place: Approved driveway variance and began revision process (2 lots, 2.2 acres, Gilliland Rd). - Eagle Ridge Estates Phase One: Approved driveway variance and final revision (1 lot, 1.182 acres, Old Springtown Rd). Public hearing held with no comments. - Stone Creek Ranch: Approved right-of-way variance off Old Springtown Rd. - Silver Sage Farms Phase Two: Released letter of credit; accepted Silver Sage Trail and Cypress Court as county-maintained roads. - Stanford Estates Phase Three and Four: Released letter of credit; accepted multiple streets as county-maintained. - Interlocal Agreement with Wise and Parker County to plat 6.727 acres within Wise County: Approved. Precinct 2 (Commissioner Holt): - Sarra Ranch: Approved driveway variance, groundwater study waiver (1 lot, 4.152 acres, Kilkenny Rd), and began revision process. - VH Ranch Estates: Began revision process (33 lots, 71.55 acres, off Kilkenny Rd). - North Bend and Advance Road No Thru Truck Zone: Public hearing held with no comments; ordinance approved. Precinct 3 (Commissioner Walden): - Timberview Preserve: Approved final plat (79 lots, 181.229 acres). - Farley Acres: Approved final plat (2 lots, 3.914 acres) and accepted special warranty deed for additional right-of-way off Fairview Rd. - Stewart Hill: Approved driveway variance and groundwater study waiver (2 lots, 4.014 acres). - McGlothlin Estate: Approved groundwater study waiver (1 lot, 6.269 acres). Precinct 4 (Commissioner Hale): - Golden Acres Estates: Final plat for 3 lots (17.679 acres) – no action taken. - Bear Creek Ranch North: Final revision approved after public hearing (2 lots, 7.52 acres). - Krause Crossing: Approved groundwater study waiver (1 lot, 5.0 acres). The meeting was adjourned at 11:49 a.m.
Public Meetings - Parker County, Texas
Public Meetings - Parker County, TexasThe Parker County Commissioners Court held a special session on Monday, May 19, 2025, in the Commissioners Courtroom at the Parker County Courthouse. The sole agenda item was an executive session to discuss real estate related to the Justice Center and Jail study site proposal and land acquisition. The meeting was originally scheduled for 8:30 a.m. but opened at 9:03 a.m., according to the minutes. The court went into closed session at 9:04 a.m. and reconvened in open session at 10:12 a.m. Discussion Items - Justice Center and Jail Study Site Proposal & Land Acquisition (Judge Deen): The court discussed in closed session (under Texas Government Code Section 551.072) the Parker County Justice Center and Jail study site proposal and potential land acquisition or location. After reconvening, Commissioner Walden (PCT 3) moved to authorize an additional expenditure of $330,000 to HDR for the Jail and Justice Center estimate, with funding from Contingency. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Holt (PCT 2) and carried unanimously. Key Outcomes - Vote: Motion carried (unanimous) to authorize $330,000 from Contingency to HDR for additional work on the Jail and Justice Center estimate, in addition to previously authorized amounts. - Adjournment: The meeting adjourned at 10:13 a.m. following a motion by Commissioner Conley (PCT 1), seconded by Commissioner Hale (PCT 4). Note on Discrepancy: The agenda listed a meeting start time of 8:30 a.m., but the minutes record the meeting opening at 9:03 a.m. No explanation for the delay was provided in the minutes.
The Parker County Commissioners Court convened in regular session on Monday, May 12, 2025, at 9:01 a.m. (scheduled for 8:30 a.m.) in the Commissioners Courtroom at the Parker County Courthouse, Weatherford, Texas. All five members were present: County Judge Pat Deen, Commissioner George Conley (Pct. 1), Commissioner Steve Holt (Pct. 2), Commissioner Tommy Walden (Pct. 3), and Commissioner Steve Hale (Pct. 4). The meeting adjourned at 11:50 a.m. Consent Calendar The court approved the following consent items by unanimous vote (motion by Commissioner Walden, second by Commissioner Hale): - Auditor’s items: Line item budget adjustments, payment of routine bills, audit reports (no certification of revenues submitted). - Treasurer’s items: Report on fund balances, approval of payroll and payments, monthly investment report (no release of securities). - County Judge’s items: Acceptance of minutes, monthly reports, personnel changes. - Purchasing item: Accept/renew RFP PC25-13 Auto Indexing SAAS for County Clerk (with presentation from Scoot Robinson). County Auditor Brianna Fowler and County Treasurer Becky McCullough provided information on their respective items. Presentations - Texas Association of Counties (TAC) Risk Management Conference: Halie Bever and Kenny Lemons introduced upcoming TAC training opportunities, including a one-day risk management conference hosted by Parker County. No action taken. Public Hearings (Plats) All public hearings for subdivision plats and revisions were opened and closed with no public comments. The court approved the following: - C.C. Acres (Pct. 1): Variance for driveway distances and final revision for 3 lots (3.116 acres) – approved. - Mad Acres (Pct. 2): Variance, final plat (2 lots, 2.893 acres), and acceptance of special warranty deed for Weiland Road right-of-way – approved. - Shadle Hills (Pct. 2): Final revision (2 lots, 4.085 acres) – approved. - Church of God Campground (Pct. 2, ETJ Weatherford): Final revision (1 lot, 2.492 acres) – approved. - Mountain River Estates Phase Two (Pct. 3): Final revision (2 lots, 1.463 acres) – approved. - Westridge Estates (Pct. 3, ETJ Weatherford): Final revision (2 lots, 4.486 acres) – approved. - Du Chane Chateaux (Pct. 4): Final revision (2 lots, 2.649 acres) – approved. Discussion Items - Proclamation: The court proclaimed April 2025 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Parker County. (Motion approved unanimously.) - Upper Trinity Groundwater Conservation District Board: The court approved naming Justin Bradley to fill one of Parker County’s seats on the board. (Motion approved.) - Waiver of Job Posting: The 10-day job posting for a Tax Assessor-Collector Deputy Clerk position was waived. (Approved.) - DSHS CRI Grant Amendment: Authorized the County Judge to sign Amendment No. 2 to grant contract HHS001439300018. (Approved.) - Fund Transfer: Approved transfer of $17,514.40 from Dept. 513 to Dept. 510 for a part-time custodial position. (Approved.) - Catalis Payments Agreement: Approved Amendment No. 1 to the payments subscription and services agreement. (Approved.) - Denied Payment to Frontier Communications: The court denied a $479.66 claim from Frontier Communications (Claim TXDP2485030). (Motion to deny approved.) - NCTCOG Executive Board Membership: Discussed but no action taken on a membership application. - Replacement for Additional Personnel & Capital Committee: Discussed but no action taken. - Cultivate Real Estate Contract: Discussion on appraisal services for a triangular piece of land on Green Branch Road; no action taken. - Senergy Tank Monitoring Agreement (Pct. 4): Approved. (Motion approved.) - Donations to Pct. 4: Accepted three donations of $684.62 each from Brett Henderson, Lindsey Hartley, and Brent Lever. (Approved.) - Bonds and Oaths: Approved bonds and oaths for Kim Rivas (Purchasing Agent), Randy E. Walker (Deputy Constable Pct. 3), and Tim Oglesby (Deputy Constable Pct. 1). (Approved.) - Correct Solutions Jail Phone Contract Amendment: Approved amendment to the jail phone contract. (Approved.) - Interlocal Agreement for Jail Services with City of Azle: Approved for inmate housing. (Approved.) - Communications Infrastructure Use Agreement: Approved agreement with North Central Texas Emergency Communications District and NCT 9-1-1 for a radio tower. (Approved.) - Waiver of Posting for Legal Secretary: Approved waiver for County Attorney’s Office. (Approved.) - Pct. 2 No-Thru Truck Zones: Public hearing held for North Bend and Advance Road; no action taken as the advertisement period is still running. The court approved beginning the process to make Shadle Road a no-thru truck zone. - Muslims United Phase Two (Pct. 2): After discussion, the final plat (4.448 acres) was approved on a 4-1 vote (Commissioner Conley opposed). Also accepted the special warranty deed for Russell Bend Road right-of-way. - Fort Worth Hwy Addition (Pct. 2): Approved variance for groundwater certification study for 15.953 acres with existing wells and septic. - Doss Road Place (Pct. 3): Approved waiver of groundwater study, variance for driveway distances, and began revision process (2 lots, 5 acres). - Timberview Preserve (Pct. 3): Approved variance for driveway distances and accepted groundwater study. - 4 Robertson Ranch (Pct. 3): Approved beginning the cancellation process (6.831 acres). - Prairie Creek Business Park (Pct. 4, ETJ Fort Worth): Approved waivers for groundwater study, subdivision rules, variance for driveway distances, and began revision process (5 lots, 10.648 acres). Also approved waiver for Lot 6 (0.946 acre). - Bear Creek North (Pct. 4): Approved variance for driveway distances. Transportation Projects - Freese and Nichols Monthly Report: Chris Bosco presented updates on bond projects. No action; presentation only. - FM 920 Turn Lanes Change Order 2: Approved. - FM 730 Engineering Contract Amendment: Approved. - I-20 Frontage Road Schematic Design Engineering Contract: Approved. Executive Session The court entered closed session at 9:48 a.m. under Texas Government Code Sections 551.071, 551.072, and 551.074 to discuss legal options for development impacts on county roads, update on the Parker County Justice Center, and the open Budget Analyst/Grant Writer position. The session concluded at 10:49 a.m. No action was taken on any of the three executive session items. Key Outcomes - 4-1 vote approved the Muslims United Phase Two final plat (Commissioner Conley opposed). - All other votes were unanimous unless noted as "no action." - Numerous subdivision plats, variances, and waivers were approved as listed. - The court approved three transportation-related change orders/contracts. - No action was taken on the NCTCOG Executive Board membership, Additional Personnel & Capital Committee replacement, Cultivate Real Estate contract, and the three executive session items. - The no-thru truck zone for North Bend and Advance Road remains pending while the advertisement period continues. - The meeting adjourned at 11:50 a.m.
This special session of the Parker County Commissioners Court, held on April 29, 2025, was convened to discuss and take action on options regarding Justice Center feedback. The court considered whether to place a bond issue for the Justice Center and Jail on the November 2025 election date. The agenda listed the meeting start time as 8:30 a.m., but the minutes record that the meeting opened at 9:04 a.m. and adjourned at 10:12 a.m.; the included raw transcript was empty, so the minutes serve as the official record. Discussion Items - County Judge Pat Deen and Charlie Kearns presented the agenda item to discuss and take action on options regarding Justice Center feedback. - Commissioner Walden (PCT 3) made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Hale (PCT 4), to utilize the November 2025 election date for a bond issue for the Justice Center and the Jail. Key Outcomes - The motion to utilize the November 2025 election date for a bond issue for the Justice Center and Jail carried with a vote of 3 in favor and 2 against. - Voting Ayes: Commissioner Holt (PCT 2), Commissioner Walden (PCT 3), Commissioner Hale (PCT 4). - Voting Noes: County Judge Pat Deen, Commissioner Conley (PCT 1). - The court voted to adjourn following the decision. - No public comments or testimony were recorded in the minutes.
The Parker County Commissioners Court convened in regular session on Monday, April 28, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners Courtroom at the Parker County Courthouse, Weatherford, Texas. The meeting was presided over by County Judge Pat Deen, with Commissioners George Conley (Precinct 1), Craig Holt (Precinct 2), David Walden (Precinct 3), and John Hale (Precinct 4) present, along with County Attorney John Forrest and Deputy County Clerk Jane Wilsky. The court handled routine consent items, heard a presentation introducing the new City Manager of Mineral Wells, approved numerous plats and development agreements, discussed transportation projects, conducted an executive session on legal and real estate matters, and took action on several budget and operational items. The meeting adjourned at 12:20 p.m., including a closed session from 11:10 a.m. to 11:59 a.m. Consent Calendar - Auditor: Line item budget adjustments, payment of routine bills, and audit reports were submitted and approved. - Treasurer: Report on fund balances, approval of payroll/insurance/retirement, and monthly investment report were submitted and approved. No certification of revenues or release of pledged securities were submitted. - County Judge: Acceptance of minutes, monthly reports, and personnel changes were submitted and approved. - Purchasing: - Interdepartmental transfers of equipment: No action taken. - Salvage/destruction of bulletproof vests: Approved. - Final report on online surplus auctions ended 11/1/2024 and 1/16/2025: Approved. Presentation - Introduction of New City Manager for Mineral Wells: Jason Weeks introduced the new City Manager. Presentation only; no action taken. Discussion and Approval Items (Non-Plat) - Proclamation of Children’s Mental Wellness Day (May 11, 2025): Approved unanimously. - Upper Trinity Groundwater Conservation District Vacant Board Seat: Discussion only; no action taken. - Budget Advisory Committee Recommendation for 2026 Budget Public Notices: Approved to publish three public notices in both the Weatherford Democrat and The Community News, increasing the budget by $1,025.00. - NCTCOG Solid Waste Grant Recommendations: Approved to submit up to two projects. - Tentative FY 2026 Budget Calendar: Approved as presented. - TCEQ Core Data Form and MS4 Stormwater Application: Approved for County Judge to sign. - Motorola Upgrade Project Change Orders 03, 04, 05: Approved. - Mooring Commercial Construction Proposal for Dispatch Expansion: Initially a motion was made and withdrawn; after the executive session, a new motion was made and approved. - Mooring Proposal for Santa Fe Annex Space Allocation Modifications (TIPS Coop 24010402): Approved, except for JP 3 (Justice of the Peace Precinct 3) which was excluded. - Auto Registration Expansion Change Order 1: Approved. - TxDOT Certification Form 3 for Kelly Rd. Project: Approved for County Judge to sign. - Authorization for Texas Comptroller to Allocate Unclaimed Capital Credits: Approved to allocate a portion from electric cooperatives for a local program per Local Government Code §381.004 and Texas Property Code §74.602. - Non-Terminal Agency Agreements with Weatherford Police Department for TLETS/TCIC/NCIC Access: Approved for Parker County Court and Parker County Attorney’s Office. - Renewal Contract with Texas Department of Family and Protective Services for County Child Welfare: Approved. - Renewal Contract with Texas SAVNS Agreement with the Attorney General: Approved. - Career and Technical Education/Internship Agreement with Constable Precinct Two and Garner ISD: Approved. Transportation Project Updates - Johnson Bend and Green Acres Utility Relocation Fees: Approved. - Veal Station Road Survey Task Authorization: Approved. Executive Session (Closed) - The court met in closed session from 11:10 a.m. to 11:59 a.m. pursuant to Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 and 551.072 to discuss consultation with attorneys and real estate. Topics included land development regulations, the Parker County Justice Center, and three specific properties. After reconvening in open session: - Calhoun Acres, LP: Approved Parcel A for the amount discussed regarding the road at Newsome Mound and Veal Station Road. - Property at 10400 S FM Rd 730, Azle: Approved Parcel B at market value. - Property at 1414 Thomas Road, Springtown: Approved Parcel 1 at market value. - No action was taken on the land development regulations or the Justice Center update. Plats and Subdivision Items - Precinct 1: - Eagle Ridge Estates Phase 2 (129.70 acres): Final plat approved. - Eagle Ridge Estates Phase 1 (1.182 acres): Revision process approved. - Britt Acres (60.020 acres): Final plat, construction letter of credit, groundwater certification study, and special warranty deeds all approved. - Maintenance letter of credit for Eagle Ridge Estates Phase 2 accepted. - Precinct 2: - Quail Springs Ranch (4.0263 acres): Final revision approved after a public hearing with no public comment. - Muslims United Phase 2 (4.448 acres): Motion to take no action and bring back at a future court date carried. - Special warranty deed for Muslims United for Progress Inc.: No action taken. - Voluntary annexation notification from City of Weatherford (8.285 and 0.239 acres off Dean Street): Notification only; no action. - Precinct 3: - Mountain River Estates: Variance from subdivision and OSSF rules for Lots 32, 34, 36, 38 approved. - Blue Bonnet Ridge (15.745 acres): Final revision approved after a public hearing with no public comment. - Atmos Energy permits for Cool Junction, Young Road, Bulldog Boulevard, and Bennett Road approved. - Greenwood Estates Ph 2 (9.443 acres): Final plat and special warranty deeds approved. - Precinct 4: - Bear Creek North (7.52 acres, 2 lots): Groundwater study waiver approved and revision process approved. Key Outcomes - Consent items were approved by motion (Commissioner Walden, seconded by Commissioner Holt). - Proclamation approved unanimously. - Budget notices and NCTCOG grant approved. - Dispatch expansion was initially withdrawn, then later approved after executive session. - Santa Fe Annex modifications approved except for JP 3. - Three real estate parcels approved at market value following executive session. - Muslims United Phase 2 plat was not approved; deferred to future meeting. - Mountain River Estates variance and Blue Bonnet Ridge approved. - All other plat and subdivision items approved as listed. Minutes and Accepted Items - Medical Examiner Department Quarterly Report: None submitted. - Tyler Munis Amendment 1 and Culligan/QUENCH SCU Rental Agreement: Accepted into the minutes.
Parker County Commissioners Court met in special session on Thursday, April 17, 2025, in the Commissioners Courtroom at the Parker County Courthouse in Weatherford, Texas. The meeting convened at 3:34 p.m. and adjourned at 3:41 p.m. All members were present: County Judge Pat Deen, Commissioner Conley (PCT 1), Commissioner Holt (PCT 2), Commissioner Walden (PCT 3), Commissioner Hale (PCT 4), County Attorney John Forrest, and County Clerk Lila Deakle. The court unanimously approved all items on the agenda. Consent Calendar - Line item budget adjustments (Auditor): The court considered the Auditor's line item budget adjustments as submitted. Commissioner Walden (PCT 3) made a motion to approve the budget adjustments as presented, seconded by Commissioner Conley (PCT 1). The motion carried unanimously. Approval Item - Oak Tree Drive and Oak Tree Court improvement assessment canvass: The County Clerk was asked to declare and canvass the vote on whether the Commissioners Court shall order the improvement and assessment, not to exceed $276,685 total, or $9,222.86 per lot, regarding Oak Tree Drive and Oak Tree Court in Precinct 2 of Parker County, Texas. Commissioner Holt (PCT 2) made a motion to approve this vote, seconded by Commissioner Walden (PCT 3). The motion carried unanimously. Key Outcomes - The court unanimously approved the line item budget adjustments as presented. - The court unanimously approved the declaration/canvass of the vote on the Oak Tree Drive and Oak Tree Court improvement assessment, with the total assessment not to exceed $276,685, or $9,222.86 per lot. - The meeting adjourned by a motion from Commissioner Conley (PCT 1), seconded by Commissioner Hale (PCT 4), with the motion carrying unanimously.
The Parker County Commissioners Court met in regular session on Monday, April 14, 2025, at 9:01 a.m. in the Commissioners Courtroom at the Parker County Courthouse in Weatherford, Texas. All members were present: County Judge Pat Deen, Commissioner Conley (Precinct 1), Commissioner Holt (Precinct 2), Commissioner Walden (Precinct 3), and Commissioner Hale (Precinct 4). The meeting adjourned at 11:59 a.m. Consent Calendar - Auditor: Certification of revenues, line item budget adjustments, payment of routine bills, and audit reports were submitted. Brianna Fowler presented information. - Treasurer: Report on balances of all funds (1 thru 999) and approval of payroll, insurance, and retirement payments were submitted. No pledged securities or monthly investment report were submitted. - County Judge: Acceptance of minutes, monthly reports, and personnel changes were submitted. - Purchasing: Eleven items were approved, including interdepartmental transfers, donation of bulletproof vests & helmets to ESDs and PCHD, salvage/destruction of vests and a Microsoft Surface Pro, renewal of pavement striping services, renewal of countywide waste receptacles/trash pickup, renewal of scrap metal sale contracts, renewal of pharmaceutical drugs for jail inmates, authorization to advertise for collection of fines & fees for JP courts, authorization of surplus property list for online auction, authorization to advertise for HVAC units, renewal of motor fuels contract, and a change order for jail expansion (ADA ramp). The consent items were approved via a motion by Commissioner Walden and second by Commissioner Holt, with the exception of an invoice of $119,730.00 from STI Asphalt, LLC (work not yet finished) and the acceptance of federal funds in the amount of $70,155.16 as requested by the Auditor. Proclamations and Recognitions - Resolution 25-13 (Item 7A): Approved to recognize the City of Weatherford for receiving the GFOA Triple Crown Award. Mayor Paul Paschal and city officials were recognized. Motion carried. - Proclamation (Item 7B): Approved to proclaim April 21–25, 2025, as Every Kid Healthy Week in Parker County. Kathy Smith (Parker County Extension Office), Erin Alvarez, and Rosemary Regan (Cook Children's Hospital) presented. Motion carried. - Peach Festival (Item 7C): Approved the use of four Parker County corner lots (Dallas/Spring and Waco/Spring) by the Weatherford Chamber of Commerce at no charge for the 40th Annual Parker County Peach Festival on Saturday, July 12, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Motion carried. Transportation Projects - Ongoing Bond Projects Reporting (Item 5A): Chris Bosco from Freese & Nichols presented an update. Approved. Motion carried. - Advance Funding Agreement with TxDOT (Item 5B): Authorized the County Judge to sign CCSJ 1469-01-024 regarding the FM 5 and Bankhead Highway intersection. Motion carried. - Construction Phase Services (Item 5C): Approved for the Johnson Bend Road and Green Acres Road realignment project. Motion carried. - FM 5 and Bankhead Intersection Engineering Design Contract (Item 5D): Approved. Motion carried. - Bankhead Bridge Engineering Design Contract (Item 5E): Approved. Motion carried. Public Hearings - Speed Limit on Shadle Road (Item 10.B.8): A public hearing was opened at 11:53 a.m. No public comment. The court approved reducing the speed limit to 30 mph. Motion carried. - Speed Limit on Ric Williamson Memorial Highway (Item 10.B.9): A public hearing was opened at 9:31 a.m. and closed at 9:34 a.m. The court approved increasing the speed limit to 55 mph on the portion from Joy Street to just before FM 730 (as indicated in a Freese & Nichols presentation). Motion carried. Plats and Subdivision Approvals Precinct 1: - Approved the amendment for Myers Ranch (53.138 acres). - Approved beginning the revision process for C.C. Acres (3.116 acres, ASI Contracting LLC). Precinct 2: - Approved the final plat for Bradshaw Road Addition (2.997 acres, Ambition Group LLC). - Approved beginning the revision process for Church of God Campground in the ETJ of Weatherford (2.492 acres). - Approved groundwater study waivers for Mad Acres (2.893 acres), Buchanan Acres (2.50 acres), and Shadle Hills (4.08 acres). - Approved beginning revision process for Shadle Hills (4.08 acres, Troy & Kathie Petroskey). - Approved release of maintenance escrow funds for Amber Meadows Phase 4 and Clairmont Phase 5. Precinct 3: - Approved beginning revision process for Mountain River Estates (1.463 acres, Mike Modzia). - Approved beginning revision by metes and bounds for Westridge Estates (4.486 acres, Esmat Salahat). Precinct 4: - Approved a variance for Lot 6R1 in DuChane Chateaux (platted 1973). - Approved beginning revision process for Du Chan Chateaux (2.649 acres). - Approved addendum for road repairs for Quail Ridge with Town of Annetta North. - Released letter of credit for Aledo River and accepted it as a county-maintained roadway. - Approved Interlocal Agreement with City of Hudson Oaks for road repairs. - Approved addendum for road repairs for Town of Annetta. - Approved Interlocal Agreement with City of Willow Park for road repairs. Executive Session Actions The court convened in closed session from 10:01 a.m. to 11:03 a.m. under Texas Government Code Sections 551.071, 551.072, and 551.076 to discuss consultation with attorney, real estate, and security matters. Upon reconvening: - Approved authorizing the execution of a compensation service agreement with the Claims Compensation Bureau for a prescription drug class action case. Motion carried. - No action taken on the Parker County Justice Center update. - Approved the recommendation of the Space Allocation Committee regarding the courthouse annex security measures. Motion carried. Other Approval Items - Item 7D: Approved appointment of Alanna Melcher to the Parker County Historical Commission. Motion carried. - Item 7E: Approved utilizing Bureau Veritas for Parker County's fire plan reviews. Motion carried. - Item 7F: Approved the County Judge to sign a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for federal encryption keys. Motion carried. - Item 7G: No action taken on Motorola upgrade project change orders 03, 04, and 05. - Item 7H: Approved an updated price sheet for the North Residential Disposal Center, effective May 1, 2025. Motion carried. - Item 7I: Approved modifying the scope of the Additional Personnel Committee to include requests for new capital purchases. Motion carried. - Item 7J: No action taken on a contract for appraisal services of a triangular section on Green Branch Road. - Item 7K: Approved policies and procedures for purchasing auction equipment. Commissioner Walden stated for the record that no rules were violated and that a purchase order would have been obtained for the maximum price if known. Motion carried. - Item 7L: Approved taking action regarding the Precinct 3 equipment purchase from Bradley O'Leary Auctions. Motion carried. - Item 7M: Update only on Opioid Abatement Settlement Funds and reporting; no action taken. - Item 7N: Update only on FY 2024 Rebatable Arbitrage and Yield Restriction Post-Issuance Compliance Reports; no action taken. - Item 7O: Approved payment to the IRS and filing of Form 8038-T, as calculated by Hilltop Security. Motion carried. - Item 7P: Approved regarding the Patrol and Election Buildings parking lots. Motion carried. - Item 7Q: Approved and authorized the County Judge to execute a Culligan QUENCH proposal and rental agreement for a water/ice machine for the PCSO SCU. Motion carried. - Item 7R: Approved an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Aledo for dispatch services. Motion carried. - Item 7S: Approved renewal of an agreement with the Texas Workforce Commission and PCSO. Motion carried. - Item 7T: Approved Order 25-14 for disposition by cremation of a pauper, authorizing payment of $850 to Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services. Motion carried. Reports and Acceptances - Item 8 (Accept into Minutes): Accepted the Parker County IT Department Quarterly Report and executed automatic bank draft authorizations from Auto Ranch, Weatherford Honda, Haynes Auto Sales, and Redneck Innovation LLC for auto registration transactions. All were submitted without further action. - Item 6 (Presentation): Judge Deen presented an update on the Regional Transportation Council meeting. No action was taken. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 11:59 a.m. following a motion by Commissioner Conley and second by Commissioner Hale.
This summary covers the Parker County Commissioners Court regular meeting scheduled for Monday, March 24, 2025, at 10:30 A.M. in the Commissioners Courtroom, Parker County Courthouse, One Courthouse Square, Weatherford, Texas. NOTE: The source record contains only the agenda; the raw transcript is empty and no minutes were provided. As a result, discussion, testimony, and final votes cannot be confirmed and are not reported here. All items below are agenda items scheduled for consideration. Consent Calendar - Auditor items: certification of revenues; line item budget adjustments; payment of routine bills; audit reports. - Treasurer items: report on balances of all funds "1 thru 999"; accept or release pledged securities; approval of payroll, insurance, and retirement payments; unemployment appeal claims. - County Judge items: acceptance of minutes; monthly reports; personnel changes. - Purchasing items: interdepartmental transfers of equipment and inventory reports; authorization to advertise RFP PC25-14 for removal/disposal of animal remains from county roads; approval of salvage/destruction of a bulletproof vest; BUY PC25-15 (3) Peterbilt 537 dump trucks; BUY PC25-16 (2) Peterbilt 567 dump trucks; BUY PC25-17 (1) Peterbilt 537 water truck; BUY PC25-18 (1) Peterbilt 567 tractor; BUY PC25-19 (1) Peterbilt 548 asphalt distributor (all vehicle purchases for Precinct 3). Transportation Update - Update on PRK 24211 WN Woody Road Improvements. Presentations - Update from the Parker County Master Gardeners on 2024 activities and volunteer hours in service to Parker County citizens. - Discussion/update on the Regional Transportation Council meeting. Approval Items - Proclaim April 2025 as Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month in Parker County. - Recognize April 6-12, 2025 as National Crime Victim's Rights Week. - Permission to use the Annex Building for the 15th Annual Parker County Attorney's School Art Contest during the week of April 6-12, 2025. - Approval of a property tax abatement for Fort Worth Power Core, LLC. - Discuss/take action on signing a lease for the Second Saturday Market parking lot with D-Winc. - Approve and authorize the County Judge to execute a professional service agreement with Baird Hampton & Brown to work with Bickerstaff to create draft drainage standards for subdivisions. - Consider reappointing Dr. Steven Welch as the Parker County Public Health Authority for a two-year term ending April 2027. - Discuss/take action on utilizing Bureau Veritas for Parker County fire plan reviews. - Professional Services Change Order for the Parker County Sheriff's Patrol Modular Building. - Tyler Enterprise ERP Financial Software Change Order. - Renewal contract for Evidence.com. - Interlocal Agreements for inmate housing with Somervell County and with Wise County. Accept into Minutes - Parker County Office of Emergency Services Quarterly Report. - Parker County Fire Marshal Quarterly Report. - Axon Sales Agreement for Body Armor & Cameras for County Attorney Investigators. - PC23-48 Welding Supplies Phillips Welding Master Cylinder Lease Agreement. - Executed Automatic Bank Draft Authorizations for Auto Registration transactions: Ellis Equipment Co, Motor Zone Auto Sales LLC, and Miles Truck & Equipment Sales. Executive Session - Scheduled closed session under Texas Government Code sections 551.072 (real estate), 551.074 (personnel), and 551.076 (security) to discuss, with possible action following: Parker County Justice Center real estate; property at 515 N. Oakridge Drive, Hudson Oaks, Texas 76087; property at 203 Eden Road, Weatherford, Texas 76085; personnel policies; and security measures regarding jail capacity. Plats & Subdivisions Precinct 1: - Final revision for Everlaugh Wood: 9.751 acres in the ETJ of Weatherford, developed by Keith and Stacy Laughlin, located off Friendship Road with existing well water (public hearing). - Final revision for Collins Addition: 19.415 acres, developed by Christopher and Christine Coffey, located off J B Lane with an existing water well (public hearing). - Final plat for Home Place Acres: 2.63 acres, developed by Tommy Miles, located off Earp Road with an existing water well. - Accept the Special Warranty Deed for additional right of way off Earp Road (Home Place Acres). - Final plat for Upper Denton RV Resort: 21.263 acres in the ETJ of Weatherford, developed by Upper Denton Interests LLC, located off Upper Denton Road and Trailwood Drive with well water. - Accept Special Warranty Deeds for additional right of way off Upper Denton Road and Trailwood Drive (Upper Denton RV Resort). - Extend the letter of credit for Andy Ranch for six months. - Extend the letter of credit for Bittersweet Springs for six months. - Release the letter of credit for Thomas Len Estates Phase Two and accept Olivia Lucille Street, Piper Anne Street, and Madaline Court as county-maintained roadways. Precinct 2: - Final plat for The Reserve at Taylor Ranch: 121.522 acres, developed by TR Development LLC, located off Sanger Drive with well water. - Final revision for Kally Way Addition: 9.460 acres in the ETJ of Weatherford, developed by Troy Miller and William and Courtney Midgal, located off Cochran Road with an existing water well (public hearing). - Final plat for Mason Meadows: 7.762 acres, developed by Meat Us Investments LLC, located off Champ Lane with Walnut Creek SUD. - Approval of the groundwater study waiver for Quail Springs Ranch: 4.0263 acres with one lot. - Begin the revision process for Quail Springs Ranch: 4.0263 acres, developed by Larry Walker and Bindya Khunti, located off Falcon Drive with an existing water well. - Approve the groundwater waiver study for Muslims United PH 2: 4.448 acres with four lots. - Extend letters of credit: Monarch Manor Phase 3 (six months); Whispering Winds Phase 1 (six months); Whispering Winds Phase 2 (six months). - Accept the letter of credit for construction of The Reserve at Taylor Ranch. - Begin the process to make North Bend and Advance Roads a No-Thru Truck Route. Precinct 3: - Begin the revision for Greenwood Estates: 9.443 acres in the ETJ of Weatherford, developed by Greenwood Baptist Church of Weatherford, located off Greenwood Cut-Off Road with Parker County SUD. - Begin the revision for Mountain River Estates Ph 2: 1.463 acres, developed by Mike Madzia, located off Riverview Road with CSWR Texas UOC. - Approve the groundwater study waiver for Blue Bonnet Ridge PH 2: 15.745 acres, one lot. - Extend letters of credit: Ox Mill Creek (three months); Bulldog Crossing Phase Two (three months); Bulldog Crossing Phase Three (three months). - Accept Special Warranty Deeds for right of way for the Dennis Road at Patrick Creek Bridge Project with the Texas Department of Transportation. Precinct 4: - Accept the performance bond for construction of LaDorada Phase 1A. Key Outcomes - No final decisions, votes, or action tallies can be confirmed because no transcript or minutes were included in the source record. The agenda closed with a scheduled executive session and adjournment.
The Parker County Commissioners Court met on Monday, March 24, 2025. According to the agenda, the meeting was scheduled for 10:30 AM local time at the Commissioners Courtroom in the Parker County Courthouse, Weatherford, Texas. However, the provided meeting timestamp is 2025-03-24 18:30:00+00:00, indicating a discrepancy in the recorded time. The sole agenda item was a discussion and potential action regarding Change Order 2 for RFP PC24-63, Concrete Sidewalks & Curbing at the PCSO Patrol Building. No minutes or transcript of the meeting were available at the time of this summary, so the actual discussion and any decisions made are not recorded here. Agenda Item - RFP PC24-63 Concrete Sidewalks & Curbing PCSO Patrol Bldg. Change Order 2: The agenda indicates that the Commissioners Court was to discuss and take any necessary action on this change order, presented by Kim Rivas and Judge Deen. Without minutes or a transcript, the outcome of this discussion is unknown. Adjournment The meeting agenda included adjournment and a note that the court may convene into executive session. No further details are available.
The Parker County Commissioners Court convened on Monday, March 24, 2025, at 8:15 AM in the Commissioners Courtroom at the Parker County Courthouse, Weatherford, Texas. Judge Pro Tem George Conley presided. The meeting covered a broad consent calendar, several presentations, numerous approval items (including a tax abatement, leases, contracts, and interlocal agreements), plat approvals and related actions for all four precincts, and an executive session. No minutes or transcript of the proceedings were provided; the following summary is based solely on the published agenda. Opening - Quorum Check – confirmed. - Invocation – delivered. - Pledges – U.S. Pledge and Texas Pledge led by Judge Pro Tem George Conley. Consent Calendar (Item 4) All items listed under Consent were considered routine and were expected to be approved in a single block unless a member requested separate discussion. The Consent Calendar included: - Auditor: Certification of revenues, line item budget adjustments, payment of routine bills, audit reports. - Treasurer: Report on balances of all funds 1-999, accept/release pledged securities, approval of payroll and insurance/retirement payments, unemployment appeal claims. - County Judge: Acceptance of minutes, monthly reports, personnel changes. - Purchasing: Interdepartmental transfers of equipment and inventory reports; authorization to advertise RFP PC25-14 for removal/disposal of animal remains from county roads; approval of salvage/destruction of a bulletproof vest; approval of multiple purchases of Peterbilt trucks (dump trucks, water truck, tractor, asphalt distributor) for Precinct 3. Presentations (Item 6) - 6A – Update from Parker County Master Gardeners: Charlie Martin presented an update on activities and total volunteer hours served during 2024 in service to Parker County citizens. - 6B – Regional Transportation Council Meeting Update: Judge Deen provided a discussion and update on the recent Regional Transportation Council meeting. Approval Items (Item 7) The court considered and took action on the following items: - 7A – Proclamation: Proclaim April 2025 as Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month in Parker County. - 7B – Proclamation: Recognize the week of April 6–12, 2025, as National Crime Victim’s Rights Week. - 7C – Permission to Use Annex Building: For the 15th Annual Parker County Attorney’s School Art Contest during the week of April 6–12, 2025. - 7D – Property Tax Abatement: Approval of a property tax abatement for Fort Worth Power Core, LLC. - 7E – Lease for Second Saturday Market Parking Lot: Discuss and take action on signing a lease with D-Winc. - 7F – Professional Service Agreement: Approve and authorize the County Judge to execute an agreement with Baird Hampton & Brown to work with Bickerstaff to create a draft drainage standards for subdivisions. - 7G – Reappointment of Public Health Authority: Consider and take action to reappoint Dr. Steven Welch as Parker County Public Health Authority for a two-year term ending April 2027. - 7H – Fire Plan Reviews: Discuss and take action on utilizing Bureau Veritas for Parker County’s fire plan reviews. - 7I – Professional Services Change Order: For the Parker County Sheriff’s Patrol Modular Building. - 7J – Tyler Enterprise ERP Financial Software Change Order. - 7K – Renewal Contract for Evidence.com: Discuss and take any action necessary. - 7L – Interlocal Agreement for Inmate Housing with Somervell County. - 7M – Interlocal Agreement for Inmate Housing with Wise County. Update on Transportation Projects (Item 5) - 5A – PRK 24211 WN Woody Road Improvements: Kim Rivas and Judge Deen provided an update on this project. Accept into Minutes (Item 8) The following reports and agreements were accepted into the minutes: - 8A – Parker County Office of Emergency Services Quarterly Report (Jason Lane) - 8B – Parker County Fire Marshal Quarterly Report (Randy Franks) - 8C – Axon Sales Agreement for body armor and cameras for County Attorney Investigators - 8D – PC23-48 Welding Supplies Phillips Welding Master Cylinder Lease Agreement - 8E – Executed Automatic Bank Draft Authorization for ELLIS EQUIPMENT CO for auto registration transactions - 8F – Executed Automatic Bank Draft Authorization for MOTOR ZONE AUTO SALES LLC - 8G – Executed Automatic Bank Draft Authorization for MILES TRUCK & EQUIPMENT SALES Plats (Item 10) The court considered numerous plat-related actions for each precinct, including final plat approvals, revisions, waivers of groundwater studies, extensions and releases of letters of credit, acceptance of special warranty deeds and performance bonds, and initiation of a no-thru truck route process. Specific subdivisions included: - Precinct 1: Everlaugh Wood, Collins Addition, Home Place Acres, Upper Denton RV Resort, Andy Ranch, Bittersweet Springs, Thomas Len Estates. - Precinct 2: The Reserve at Taylor Ranch, Kally Way Addition, Mason Meadows, Quail Springs Ranch, Muslims United PH 2, Monarch Manor Phase 3, Whispering Winds Phases 1 & 2, and initiation of a no-thru truck route on North Bend and Advance Roads. - Precinct 3: Greenwood Estates, Mountain River Estates Ph 2, Blue Bonnet Ridge PH 2, Ox Mill Creek, Bulldog Crossing Phases 2 & 3, and acceptance of special warranty deeds for the Dennis Road at Patrick Creek Bridge Project. - Precinct 4: Acceptance of the performance bond for LaDorada Phase 1A. Executive Session (Item 9) The court convened into closed session under Texas Government Code Sections 551.072 (Real Estate), 551.074 (Personnel), and 551.076 (Security) to discuss: - 9A – Update/Discuss Parker County Justice Center real estate (Commissioner Hale) - 9B – Property at 515 N. Oakridge Drive, Hudson Oaks (Commissioner Holt) - 9C – Property at 203 Eden Road, Weatherford (Commissioner Holt) - 9D – Personnel policies (Commissioner Holt) - 9E – Security measures regarding jail capacity (Judge Deen) Following the closed session, the court reconvened in open session to take any action deemed appropriate on the matters discussed. Adjournment (Item 11) The meeting was adjourned. The court noted that executive session items could be taken out of agenda sequence depending on the availability of counsel. Note: No minutes or transcript of the actual proceedings were provided for this meeting. The summary above reflects the agenda as published. Actual votes, decisions, and discussion content are not recorded here.