John Wray

Regional Animal Shelter Development

The project is funded by a $15 million grant, with estimated annual operating costs around $1.3 million.

Courthouse Facility Improvements

Contract amount is $3,127,655 with a 7% contingency.

Master Thoroughfare Plan Amendment for IH-35E and FM 308 Corridor

Saves the county and state from constructing an expensive and topographically challenging roadway across flood control structures.

Historical Tax Revenue Variances and Prospective Audit

Generates $90,239,349 in total revenue, reflecting a $7 million revenue increase from growth.

Local Provider Participation Program Hospital Rate Setting

Zero cost to county general revenue while unlocking substantial federal matching funds for local hospitals.

County Vehicle Procurement

Aims to optimize vehicle lifecycle costs and trade-in values across the county fleet.

Commercial Fire Code Standards and Permit Fees

Permit fees for commercial buildings increased under the 2024 code schedule, such as a fee increase from $250 to $1,250 for a 5,000 square foot building.

County Comprehensive Insurance Renewal

Total premium increased by $286,098.20 over the previous year.

County Facilities Director Appointment

Fulfills budgeted personnel costs for the county facilities department.

residential development

Allows for property development and potential increase in tax base, while conditions aim to mitigate negative impacts.

Grand Prairie TERS Participation

The county could potentially contribute millions in tax increments over 10-30 years, though it is projected to retain significantly more in total tax revenue.

Data Center Regulation

The project represents a potential $15 billion investment at full build-out, with millions in annual tax revenue for the county.

Drainage Master Plan

Unknown, but residents noted potential property damage costs.

Animal Shelter Funding

The county will save on the monthly $9,085 contract fee but faces potential costs for future shelter solutions.

Precinct 2 Commissioner Vacancy

Potential contract costs exceed $470,000 for e-poll books and software licenses.

Wind and Solar Energy Regulation

Unknown, but could affect future tax revenue and land use values.

Skyline Acres Traffic Safety

Cost of signage installation and county staff time.

Electricity Procurement

The county spends about $606,000 annually on electricity.

Springside Estates Phase II Infrastructure Bonding

$15,000 held in deposit replacing $960,000 in maintenance bonds.

Fiscal Year 2026 Proposed Budget & Tax Rate

Maintains flat tax rate while budgeting $16.6M in permanent improvements.

Consent Agenda Items A1-A3, A6-A12, and F1-F7

Ellis Ranch Manor Bond Release and Maintenance Bond Acceptance

Estates of Palmer Maintenance Bond Release and Infrastructure Acceptance

Thunder Ridge Phase 3 Bond Actions

Hibbs Hallmark Comprehensive Insurance Renewal

FY 2027 Local Provider Participation Program Mandatory Payment Rate

External Audit Services Agreement with Pattillo, Brown & Hill, LLP

457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan Amendment

County Retiree Health Insurance Premium Coverage

Personnel Action Procedures Formalization

Motion to Revoke Ellis County Fire Code Adoption (2024 IFC)

Reclassification of Part-Time Road Worker Positions

Interlocal Agreement with Avalon ISD

Interlocal Agreement with Ennis ISD

Interlocal Agreement with City of Alma

Appointment of Zachary Garrick to TIRZ Boards 1, 2, and 3

Proclamation: Ellis County Farm Heritage Day

Item A4: ASPCA Memorandum of Understanding

Item A5: TDEM Incident Support Task Force MOU

Consent Agenda Approval

Adoption of Tax Year 2026 Tax Rate

Ratification of Property Tax Increase for FY 2027 Budget

Adoption of Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

Adoption of Fiscal Year 2026 Budget

Adoption of Tax Year 2025 Property Tax Rate

Wooded Creek Infrastructure Acceptance and Bond Release