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Court members reviewed bids and cleaning results. One commissioner said the lowest contractor bid reviewed at the meeting was $2,483; a different bid figure cited during discussion was larger and read aloud as $17,036 (figures as read at the meeting). County staff and commissioners discussed asbestos risk under the existing flooring: staff said a full abatement could be expensive and that removing the carpet could expose underlying issues that would require more work. Commissioners agreed a short-term, affordable carpet solution that could last the county’s expected three- to five-year timeline for a permanent project would be reasonable if the space passes an inspection after cleaning. Commissioner Jack moved to table the flooring decision to allow a site walk-through; the motion passed by general consent (5-0).

Separately, the court received an update on the Bridge Street annex renovation. County staff played a walkthrough video and highlighted defects observed in trim, caulking and painted surfaces; commissioners planned an on-site inspection. The court also discussed pursuing a state \"documents\" grant to fund larger courthouse or annex renovations. Staff described the documents-grant process and cited differing cost estimates for a larger renovation package: participants in the discussion referenced figures in the range of about $1 million to $2 million depending on scope. Staff said applying now for the documents grant would qualify the county to apply for subsequent construction funds in a later funding round if approved; the court discussed match requirements and timeline tied to the state legislative cycle.

The court instructed staff to compile documents and cost estimates needed to pursue the grant and directed the district clerk and other staff to inspect the annex and the cleaned district-clerk office before the next court meeting.","mediaType","Audio","parentTitle","Clay County Commissioners Court 2025-03-31-Special","oneSentenceSummary","The Clay County Commissioners Court tabled a flooring decision for the district clerk office to allow commissioners to inspect a cleaned space; the court also discussed annex renovation issues, courthouse roof and possible state documents grant funding for larger courthouse renovation work.","taxTitle","Clay County, Texas","taxId",73200,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":75,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":76,"_41":77,"_43":78,"_45":79,"_47":80,"_49":50,"_51":81,"_53":-5,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":82,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":83,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":67,"_71":72,"_73":72},6067570,"Votes at a glance: Clay County court approves revenue certifications, appraisal-district amendment and pipeline permit; minutes approved",472,66000,538000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3128904-9741f1d8ed1089d33d6a1021d46e2c67&start=66&end=538","/articles/6067570/Clay-County/Texas/Votes-at-a-glance-Clay-County-court-approves-revenue-certifications-appraisal-district-amendment-and-pipeline-permit-minutes-approved","Clay County Commissioners Court recorded several routine approvals and formal actions by general consent or unanimous vote during the meeting.

The court approved the minutes of the previous meeting by general consent (vote recorded as 5-0). The court certified additional revenue in the amount of $500 from Target Midstream Services LLC related to a 6-inch poly pipeline project near FM 174; Commissioner Chase made the motion and the court approved it by general consent. The court also approved a resolution submitted by Lisa Murphy, chief appraiser for the Clay County Appraisal District, to retain $25,007.38 for building repairs and to distribute $300,876 (as cited in the appraisal-district submission) back to taxing entities; Commissioner Chase moved the resolution and the motion passed by general consent.

The court granted a permit and right-of-way order for Quail Ridge to construct an underground 6-inch poly pipeline crossing at County Line Road in Precinct 4. Commissioner Chase made the motion and the court approved the permit by unanimous consent; the county record noted the project is related to oilfield activity and will carry saltwater/injection flow that county staff says will remove some truck traffic from county roads.

Each of these items was approved on the consent calendar or by unanimous vote during the meeting; no additional conditions or budget appropriations were attached in the court’s discussion as recorded.","At the Clay County Commissioners Court meeting, the court approved routine minutes, certified $500 in additional revenue, approved an appraisal district budget amendment and granted a permit for an underground pipeline crossing; all procedural votes passed by general consent or unanimous votes.",{"_33":85,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":86,"_41":87,"_43":88,"_45":89,"_47":90,"_49":50,"_51":91,"_53":-5,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":92,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":93,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":67,"_71":72,"_73":72},6067575,"Clay County court rejects final plat for Corner Post RV Park after residents raise safety, water concerns",1543,561000,2104000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3128904-9741f1d8ed1089d33d6a1021d46e2c67&start=561&end=2104","/articles/6067575/Clay-County/Texas/Clay-County-court-rejects-final-plat-for-Corner-Post-RV-Park-after-residents-raise-safety-water-concerns","Clay County Commissioners Court voted 5-0 to deny approval of the final plat for Lot 1 of Corner Post RV Park after multiple residents raised safety and water-supply concerns and the court identified missing or unclear engineering items.

The court, meeting at the Clay County Courthouse, heard public comment from nearby residents and technical responses from the developer’s surveyor and the property owner before voting. Heather Martin, a resident who said she lives at 736 Reed Road, told the court, “I have so many concerns about the RV park,” and cited the site’s location on a curve, past flooding on the property and uncertainty about whether the proposed sewage system could handle full capacity. Carolyn Cantwell, who said the park would be “right in front of my property,” said she runs a 75-head cattle herd on her land and expressed concerns about water availability and fire risk.

Jason Swain, who identified himself as the engineering surveyor of record for \"Mr. McGry,\" told the court the septic system is permitted through the state and that several items on the county’s checklist are “simple fixes.” The property owner, who identified himself in the meeting as Mr. McBride, described the planned park as intended for “10 to 12 retired people” and said he planned landscaping, background checks for tenants and optional water storage tanks if needed.

Court members and staff noted several technical and regulatory concerns. County staff and one commissioner said setbacks in the county rules and state guidance — referenced in the discussion as a 25-foot and a 50-foot setback depending on the feature — were not clearly reflected on the current plat and needed to be accommodated. The court also discussed whether a groundwater study must be provided or whether a variance would be required; staff said the county may grant a variance but that a formal request would need to be filed and decided by the court. Commissioners emphasized the county’s practice of holding subdivisions to the groundwater-study requirement and said they were hesitant to begin granting variances without more information.

Commissioners also asked the applicant to address emergency access and fire protection given that the parcel has a single exit. Staff suggested the applicant consider an on-site water storage tank for fire protection and noted that county fire-code requirements vary by population and may be different from larger neighboring counties.

After reviewing a checklist from county staff and the outstanding items identified by county counsel and the county engineer, Commissioner Jack moved to deny approval at this time; Commissioner Ben seconded the motion. The court voted 5-0 against approving the plat. The court directed the applicant to supply the missing items (including a groundwater availability/study or a formal variance request, revised setbacks on the plat, and clarifications about drainage, septic and proposed structures) and to return to the court on April 14 (the applicant committed to meeting that timeline).

The court also encouraged community members interested in forming a groundwater conservation district to research the statutory process and, if inclined, pursue the citizen-driven petition and legislative steps needed to create such a district. The court noted that creation of a conservation district is separate from the court’s permitting role and would require action by residents and the state legislature.

The court’s denial was a procedural decision tied to missing or unclear items in the application; no permit or plat was recorded as approved. The applicant said he would revise the plat and supporting studies and return at the next scheduled meeting.","Clay County Commissioners Court voted 5-0 to deny approval of the final plat for Lot 1 of Corner Post RV Park after residents and county staff raised concerns about setbacks, drainage, groundwater and emergency access. The applicant and surveyor said they will revise the plat and return at the next court meeting.","actionData","errors"]

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