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Grimes County Commissioners Court
Chad Mallett Michael Raska
Commissioner, Precinct #1 Commissioner, Precinct #3
David Tullos Phillip Cox
Commissioner, Precinct #2 Commissioner, Precinct #4
Joe Fauth III
Grimes County Judge
270 FM 149 W.
Anderson, Texas 77830
The Minutes of the Regular Meeting are as follows:
Call to Order
THE STATE OF TEXAS ~ COUNTY OF GRIMES ~ BE IT REMEMBERED, that on November 19, 2025 at
09:00 AM there was a Commissioners Court Regular Meeting Part One of Grimes County, Texas at the Grimes
County Justice Center, 270 FM 149 W., Anderson, Texas with the following members present:
Present:
Chad Mallett, David Tullos, Michael Raska, Phillip Cox
Absent:
Joe Fauth
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. Flag
Pledge of Allegiance to the Texas Flag
Public Comments
We look forward to hearing from the citizens of Grimes County. If you wish to make public comments you will need
to submit a Public Participation Form prior to the start of the meeting and give it to the County Clerk. Public
comments will be limited to 2 minutes per person.
One Public Comment - Ms. Ever Johnson: Speaking on behalf of the Blackberry Community. When will paving of
roads be completed and also Emergency Evacuation. No emergency outlet. Prior use of CR 208 but all property has
sold which is fenced in.
Commissioner Cox Precinct 3 - A special thank you to the Navasota Examiner and Crime Stoppers Organization for
highlighting of illegal dumping on CR 403. A tremendous amount of tires were dumped which is very costly to the
County to clean up. Also a thank you to the Sheriff's Dept and to Road and Bridge for their work thus far trying to
resolve the issue. Hoping for some leads from citizens. Illegal dumping is a problem throughout the county.
Commissioner Mallett Precinct 1 - Congratulations to the Iola Volleyball team. They will be playing for the State
title, Thursday Nov. 20th @ 7:00 pm
Consent Agenda Items
Motion by Phillip Cox to Approve Consent Agenda Items 1-3. Seconded by David Tullos.

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In Favor: 4
Opposed: 0
Motion Passed
1. Consider and take action to approve the Treasurer's List of Claims and Bills.
2. Consider and take action to approve payroll.
3. Consider and take action to approve Budget Amendments and/or Line-Item Transfers.
Presentation of Employee Service Awards.
4. Consider and recognize the following employees for their years of service:
5 YEARS
Jose Vasquez
Jon Steiber presented Employee Service Award to Jose Vasquez for 5 years of service.
Presentation of Monthly Departmental Reports:
5. Elections (rescheduled from 11/05/2025), Veterans Services, 911/Environmental, Emergency Management
Services
Elections Administrator - Rachel Walker rescheduled from the Nov 5th meeting due to election on Nov. 4th.
Current voter registration 21,398. 559 DPS Applications. 36 Mail in applications. 16 Walk in applications. 39
app ballot by mail recvd. 18 app ballot by mail mailed. 30 notice of incomplete. 10 notice of cancellation. 6
abstracts of death. 4 open record requests. 22 total certified VDR's. Mailed 55 ballots to eligible voters,
published necessary legal notices in the Navasota Examiner, conducted election staff training, 30 in
attendance, finalized all election equipment and supplies necessary of election, setup 2 Early Voting locations
and 5 additional election day locations with the help of the Diversion Crew, conducted Early Voting from Oct
20 - 31s t- Polls open total of 96 hours, 1433 in-person Early Voting ballots cast, Early Voting Ballot Board
met to qualify 9 mail in ballots.
Attended 10 Secretary of State training webinars.
Veterans Services - Jay Lafferty. 21 phone calls, 8 office visits and 2 email situations. Assisted a veteran that
was working the polls with an issue he needed help with.
Presentation of Monthly Commissioners Court Liaison Reports:
6. County Judge: Maintenance, HR, IT, Emergency Management, Road & Bridge, Veterans Services, Elections,
Navasota Grimes County Chamber of Commerce;
Commissioner Pct. 2: Animal Shelter, Historical Commission, Navasota Grimes County Chamber of
Commerce, Bluebonnet Groundwater Conservation District Board;
Commissioner Pct. 3: 911 Addressing/Permits/Environmental/Solid Waste, BVCOG Solid Waste Advisory
Committee;
Commissioner Pct. 4: Fairgrounds, Hospital Contracts, EMS Services, Health Resource Center, Fleet
Maintenance Committee
Commissioner Raska - All of his Departments are still in the reorganization phase.
Commissioner Cox - Fairgrounds events - 4 meetings, 1 private event and the food pantry. Upcoming events
are the Plantersville-Stoneham Bunch fund raiser Nov 20th. Food for Families Food Drive is December 3rd. 3
private events, 2 meetings and a Ranch Rodeo with educational speaker Nov 29th.
Upcoming maintenance - begin work on upgrading Main Hall bathrooms, RV electrical upgrades, HVAC

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repair and replace in the Go Texan Bldg
Ambulance report - Ren Fest 960 patients treated, most seen in one day 140, transported 19 to the hospital, 12
patients tagged yellow or emergent
911 Responses - 918 Nov statistics, Ambulances posted in Grimes County Level 1 or 0, 39 times.
911 Oct statistics, Ambulances posted in Grimes County Level 1 or 0, 40 times
Grimes County Historical Commission Chairman - Kathy Cave Wells (DT)
7. Discuss and take action to authorize the historical commission to act on and apply for grant opportunities for
the restoration of the Steinhagen log cabin and Boggess store.
Historical Commission Chairman - Kathy Cave Wells. The Historical Commission plans to restore the
Steinhagen Log Cabin and the Boggess Store. Asking Commissioners Court for 3 things:
1. When the grant opportunity opens, Grimes County Historical Commission would like to apply for the
Preservation Texas subgrant for log building preservation projects in rural communities with all awarded
funds to be used to restore the Steinhagen Log Cabin.
2. Grimes Historical Commission would like to set aside $50,000 of its own funds to apply for the 1 to1
matching grant from the Texas Historical Commission to fund a concrete pad ahead of the Boggess store mini
restoration. A motion should state than non-matched GCHC funds will be returned to our general fund.
3. Grimes Historical Commission would like to apply for The Texas Historical Commission grant for
preservation projects form the Texas Preservation Trust Fund to fund a concrete pad ahead of the Boggess
store mini restoration using matching funds up to $50,000
Motion by David Tullos to Approve to authorize the Grimes County Historical Commission to apply for
grants from Preservation Texas, and the The Texas Preservation Trust Fund Grant Program to restore the
Steinhagen log cabin and the Boggess Store and to reserve up to $50,000 dollars in matching funds for the
purpose of the grant applications. Seconded by Michael Raska.
In Favor: 4
Opposed: 0
Motion Passed
Grimes County Elections Administrator - Rachel Walker (JF)
Elections Administrator - Rachel Walker
8. Consider and take action to partner with Grimes County local school districts to utilize county election
equipment for student body elections, with the condition that the Elections Department will host and oversee
these elections to ensure the security and integrity of county election equipment.
Elections Administrator - Rachel Walker. The goal of the initiative is to provide a civic learning experience
so students have a better understanding of how voting works in the real world. This gives them the an
opportunity to use the same equipment as their parents use in elections. Strengthening respect of our
democracy and encouraging future participation. The plan while visiting high school campuses is to hand out
voter registrations to those students that are eligible to vote.
Motion by Phillip Cox to Approve to partner with Grimes County local school districts to utilize county
election equipment for student body elections with the condition that the Elections Department will host and
oversee these elections to ensure the security and integrity of county election equipment. Seconded by Chad
Mallett.
In Favor: 4
Opposed: 0
Motion Passed
Grimes County Tax Assessor-Collector - Mary Ann Waters (JF)
9. Discuss and take action to approve the renewal of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department County Boat
Agent Agreement.
Grimes County Tax Assessor-Collector- Mary Ann Waters was not available for the meeting. County

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Auditor Jessie Murphy spoke on her behalf. This is the standard agreement for her office to do boat license
and registration.
Motion by David Tullos to Approve the renewal of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department County Boat
Agreement and authorize the County Judge as signatory. Seconded by Phillip Cox.
In Favor: 4
Opposed: 0
Motion Passed
Grimes County Facilities Director - Rodney Floyd (PC)
10. Discuss and take action to approve agreement between Entergy and Grimes County.
Grimes County Facility Director - Rodney Floyd. Agreement between Entergy and the County to use the
front parking lot of the Fairgrounds in case of a natural disaster. To use as a staging area for their equipment
while responding. There has not been a written agreement in the past. It has been forward to the County
Attorney for her review.
Motion by Phillip Cox to Approve Agreement between Entergy and Grimes County. Seconded by Michael
Raska.
In Favor: 4
Opposed: 0
Motion Passed
Grimes County IT Director - Gregg Cannon (DT/JF)
11. Discuss and take action to raise the credit limit on the county Amazon account.
Grimes County IT Director - Gregg Cannon. Amazon has a $25,000 credit limit. At the end of budget cycle
many purchases are being made which hinders purchases because of the credit limit. County Auditor Jessie
Murphy stated that her office has made sure that all payments have been applied correctly. She is also asking
that if this arises in the future that it can be handled without bringing it before the Court.
No action taken.
12. Discuss and take action on where to secure funds to purchase PCs, due to industry price increases.
Grimes County IT Director - Gregg Cannon. Pricing on PC's continues to rise above the costs that were
budgeted. Also with changes in technology also drives up the price. Original budget of $61,000 estimated cost
to replace has gone up to $79,456.88. Commissioner Mallett asked if this will deplete his budget now or by
the end of the budget year. Also could he bring this back before the Court as his funds are being depleted.
No action taken.
13. Discuss and take action to approve the Stargel printer maintenance contract.
Grimes County IT Director - Gregg Cannon. Currenty the county has approximately 85 printers and 35 copy
machines. Maintenance agreement with Stargel to maintain printers. Employees will contact Stargel directly
with any issues. They will also provide toner for all machines. The County Attorney Megan Barcak was sent
the contract to review and had some changes that need to be made. Mr. Cannon will go back to Stargel with
the changes made by the County Attorney. This agenda item will be brought back before the Court at a later
time.
No action taken.
14. Discuss and take action to approve the addition of LGS District Clerk Jury Application software.
Grimes County IT Director - Gregg Cannon. The District Clerk is asking to add into their LGS contract which
allows them to use their Voter Registration module. They are currently using TEAMS which is an
application from the State, but it is being revised. The new migration is very cumbersome and has a lot of
problems.
Motion by Phillip Cox to Approve the addition of LGS District Clerk Jury Application software. Seconded by
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In Favor: 4
Opposed: 0
Motion Passed
Grimes County Sheriff's Office - Chief Deputy Martha Smith (JF)
15. Consider and take action to approve the License Plate Readers/Speed Systems Multi Use Agreement and
authorize the County Judge as signatory.
Grimes County Sheriff's Dept - Chief Deputy Martha Smith. Agreement between the Sheriff's office and
TxDot. Agreement was returned with the revisions the County Attorney asked to be made.
Motion by Phillip Cox to Approve the License Plate Readers/Speed Systems Multi Use Agreement and
authorize the County Judge as signatory. Seconded by Michael Raska.
In Favor: 4
Opposed: 0
Motion Passed
16. Consider and take action to approve the request to apply for a Grant with the Office of the Governor. The
grant title is Public Safety Vehicle Protection Program. The fund source is LC - Bullet resistant components
for law enforcement vehicles. The OOG Solicitation is FY 2026 bullet-resistant components for law
enforcement vehicles.
Grimes County Sheriff's Dept - Chief Deputy Martha Smith. Asking Court to approve the Resolution to allow
the Sheriff's Dept to apply for the grant for the bullet resistant windows and panels for 25 vehicles.
Motion by Phillip Cox to Approve the request to apply for a Grant with the Office of the Govenor. The grant
title is Public Safety Vehicle Protection Program. The fund source is LC - Bullet resistant components for law
enforcement vehicles. Seconded by David Tullos.
In Favor: 4
Opposed: 0
Motion Passed
Grimes County Emergency Management Services Coordinator - Dione Bumpous (JF)
17. Discuss and take action on Memorandum of Understanding between Grimes County and United Way.
Grimes County Emergency Management Services Coordinator - Dione Bumpous is not available. Sent an
updated Memorandum of Understanding. The County Attorney stated she did review the MOU and there are
no changes.
Motion by Chad Mallett to Approve the Memorandum of Understanding between Grimes County and United
Way. Seconded by Phillip Cox.
In Favor: 4
Opposed: 0
Motion Passed
Grimes County Engineer - Jon Steiber (JF/CM/JF/DT/JF)
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Grimes County Engineer- Jon Steiber. Held asphalt zipper training on 2 roads. Planning projects to start using
the zipper for subgrade stabilization. Demonstration of the wheel loader. TAC Engineers and Road
Administrators Conference attended by Jon Steiber, Patty Ermis, Shawn King and Ben Napier. Issued 25 new
addresses in October. 19 new addresses since Oct 31st. Solid Waste and Environmental - Collection Sites
improvements. Evaluating a point of sales system using credit cards. This will be tested at the Bedias
location. 44 OSF permits issued, 2 modifications, 1 being commercial, 426 maintenance inspection reports,
193 maint. track & fee invoices, 182 new maintenance contracts. Grants for Brosig Avenue Bridge will be
bidding before the end of the year.
19. Discuss the draft Amended Floodplain Order and the revised Floodplain Development Permit Application.
Grimes County Engineer - Jon Steiber. Mr. Steiber, Engineering firms, Texas Water Development Board,
working on revised flood plain order and ready to submit to Commissioners Court. Key changes are order
applies to all areas of Grimes County, require a flood plain development permit for any type of development
common for counties with rapid growth, Variance procedures have been updated, requirements for fill being
or not being used to elevate structures in the flood plain, increased the free board for structures from 1 ft
above base elevation to 2 ft above. Required structures outside of the flood plain to be elevated above
adjacent grade or above the crown of the street, and added some requirements for fill in the flood plain and
clarified penalties for noncompliance. Post to our website for one month and bring this back before Court for
final discussion the end of December and adopt the regulations at the first regular meeting in January 2026.
No action taken.
20. Discuss and take action to modify the County's contract with the GLO regarding the CDBG Hurricane Harvey
Reallocation Grant project to reconstruct two bridges on County Road 102 in Precinct 1, and authorize the
County Judge as signatory.
Grimes County Engineer -Jon Steiber. $352,000 remaining from the Hurricane Harvey relief fund. Asking to
adjust the contract, discussed with GLO and Grant Administrator, to design and rebuild the larger of the 2
bridges on CR 102. Road and Bridge will handle the smaller bridge with local design and oncall contractor.
Motion by Chad Mallett to Approve to modify the County's contract with the GLO regarding the CDBG
Hurricane Harvey Reallocation Grant project to reconstruct one bridge on CR 102 in Precinct 1 and authorize
the County Judge as signatory. Seconded by David Tullos.
In Favor: 4
Opposed: 0
Motion Passed
21. Discuss and take action to reallocate funds from FY 26 Budget Line 4410 Repairs and Maintenance.
Grimes County Engineer - Jon Steiber. FY 26 budget gave $100,000 in repairs and maintenance line item
4410 for various projects. With the merger of the Environmental Dept had to reprioritize. Work that needs to
be done at some of the collection sites. Mr. Steiber would like to move $20,000 to budget item 4505 Solid
Waste Machinery & Equipment for collection site upgrades. Also like to move $17,000 for a high tech
vehicle mounted camera that will give street views. Need imagery of roads for disaster recovery
Motion by David Tullos to Approve to reallocate funds from FY 26 Budget Line 4410 Repairs and
Maintenance. Seconded by Michael Raska.
In Favor: 4
Opposed: 0
Motion Passed
22. Discuss and take action to approve a contract with Consor Engineers, LLC for the design of County Road 277
Low Water Crossing in Precinct 2 with a design fee of $14,680.
Grimes County Engineer - Jon Steiber. County Road 277 low water crossing is impassable. Considerable
amount of land that can be developed. Top low water crossing to get repaired. Project will be done in house
after information gathered from Consor Engineers LLC.
Motion by David Tullos to Approve a contract with Consor Engineers, LLC for the design of County Road
277 low water crossing in Pct 2 with a design fee of $14,680 and authorize County Judge as signatory.

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Seconded by Phillip Cox.
In Favor: 4
Opposed: 0
Motion Passed
23. Discuss and take action to approve the Grimes County Hazardous Communication Policy to maintain
compliance with the Texas Hazard Communication Act and OSHA Hazard Communication Standard.
Grimes County Engineer - Jon Steiber. Required as a government entity to have a HAZ COM policy. The
policy has been reviewed by the County Attorney, Building Maintenance, Human Resources and EMC.
Policy gives direction on labeling containers, posting safety data sheets, having protective equipment on hand.
Motion by David Tullos to Approve the Grimes County Hazardous Communication Policy to maintain
compliance with the Texas Hazard Communication Act and OSHA Hazard Communication Standard.
Seconded by Phillip Cox.
In Favor: 4
Opposed: 0
Motion Passed
24. Discuss and take action to approve a contract with Cahoon Consulting for services related to Grimes County's
application to join the NFIP Community Rating System with a fee of $14,000.
Grimes County Engineer - Jon Steiber. Community Rating System if County is able to achieve a level 7
rating due to Flood Plain Management it will give a 15% discount to those citizens that have Flood Insurance
in unincorporated areas.
Motion by Phillip Cox to Approve a contract with Cahoon Consulting for services related to Grimes County's
application to join the NFIP Community Rating System with a fee of $14,000. Seconded by Michael Raska.
In Favor: 4
Opposed: 0
Motion Passed
25. Consider and take action on a request by Troy Companies for approval of a Special Road Use Permit on
various County Roads in Precincts 2 and 4 for construction of the Kinder Morgan Trident Intrastate Pipeline.
Grimes County Engineer - Jon Steiber. Permit for Special Road Use. Pipeline mainly in Precinct 2 and 4.
Motion by David Tullos to Approve request of a Special Road Use Permit on various County roads in
Precincts 2 and 4 for construction of the Kinder Morgan Trident Intrastate Pipeline. Seconded by Phillip Cox.
In Favor: 4
Opposed: 0
Motion Passed
Grimes County Judge - Joe Fauth III
26. Discuss and take action on HB33 Memorandum of Understanding between Grimes County and DPS.
No discussion
Motion by David Tullos to Approve HB33 Memorandum of Understanding between Grimes County and
DPS. Seconded by Chad Mallett.
In Favor: 4
Opposed: 0
Motion Passed
27. Consider and take action to vote and submit the Resolution and Ballot for Grimes Central Appraisal District
Board of Directors Election and authorize the County Judge as signatory.
Commissioner Mallett asked if this is something that needs to be signed immediately or when the County

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Judge returns. County Attorney Megan Barcak stated the deadline for the Resolution is Dec 15th.
Commissioner Mallett made the recommendation that the votes be distributed between those that are
currently on the Board and Bryan Van Dyke who is replacing Alec Pointer. This will include Charles
Frede,Jennifer Fultz Jarvis, Sam Ruffino, Diana Westmoreland and Bryan Van Dyke. Commissioner Tullos
stated the total votes are 1696. Divide 1696 votes which will be 339 votes for 4 members and 340 to 1
member. The Court decided to give the extra vote to Mr. Van Dyke.
Motion by Chad Mallett to Approve to distribute the votes as follows: Charles Frede 339 votes, Jennifer Fultz
Jarvis 339 votes, Sam Ruffino 339 votes, Bryan Van Dyke 340 votes and Diana Westmoreland 339 votes and
authorize the . Seconded by David Tullos.
In Favor: 4
Opposed: 0
Motion Passed
28. Consider and take action regarding the Burn Ban and authorize the County Judge as signatory. (Current Burn
Ban Order set October 15, 2025, to expire January 13, 2026.)
No action at this time. Burn Ban is still in effect.
Grimes County Human Resources Director - Talitta Coleman (JF)
29. Consider and take action to make salary offers or salary adjustments to personnel under the County Road
Department, resulting from the County Road Department reorganization adopted 11-5-2025. It is expected
that the Court will conduct a closed session as authorized by Texas Government Code 551.074 (Personnel
Matters).
Human Resource Director Talitta Coleman - Do not need closed session. Positions discussed but not specific
individual. Grimes County Engineer Jon Steiber discussed with restructuring of departments some individuals
have taken on additional responsibilites, additional leadership roles. Using HRCC procedures approved
previously by the Court. Comparison in salaries in surrounding counties excluding Harris County.
Commissioner Cox asked Mr. Steiber to elaborate on why some of the salaries are asked to be adjusted
significantly. With all adjustments no additional funds are being requested. Technician positions that
increased for persons responsible for Environmental permitting. GIS permit technician additional duties.
Chief of Staff is a new position with level of decision making authority same as Mr. Steiber.
Next full pay period becomes effective
Motion by Phillip Cox to Approve to make salary offers or salary adjustments to personnel under the County
Road Department resulting from the County Road Department reorganization adopted 11-5-2025. Pay
adjustments will take effect on the next full pay period and allow Human Resources and County Auditor to
make necessary adjustments. Seconded by Chad Mallett.
In Favor: 3
Opposed: 0
Motion Passed
Grimes County Attorney - Megan Barcak (JF)
30. Consider and take action on calculation and payment of overtime pay. It is expected that the Court will
conduct a closed session as authorized by Texas Government Code 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney).
No action taken at this time.
31. Consider and take action in furtherance of the sales of the following, whether in whole or in part: 7.582 acres
on Veterans Memorial Drive, Navasota, Texas, the Road & Bridge building (1022 Hwy 90 South, Anderson,
Texas), the Environmental Department building (1010 Hwy 90 South, Anderson, Texas), and/or other county-
owned properties located in the Town of Anderson. It is expected that the Court will convene a closed or
executive session regarding this item pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.072 (Deliberation Regarding
Real Property).
Motion by Phillip Cox to Approve the order authorizing the sale of County property by broker located at 1022

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Hwy 90 South for $499,000.00 and approve an agreement for professional broker services with J Beard Real
Estate Co and the exclusive listing agreement and authorize the County Judge as signatory . Seconded by
Michael Raska.
In Favor: 3
Opposed: 0
Motion Passed
Adjourn
Motion by Michael Raska to Adjourn. Seconded by Phillip Cox.
In Favor: 3
Opposed: 0
Motion Passed
Meeting was adjourned at 12:00 PM
STATE OF TEXAS
COUNTY OF GRIMES
I, Barbara Kimich, Grimes County Clerk, attest that the foregoing is a true and accurate
accounting of the Commissioners Court authorized proceedings for November 19, 2025.
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Barbara Kimich, Grimes County Clerk
Clerk of the Commissioners Court
Grimes County, Texas