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COUNTY • Anderson County, TX
Anderson County
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Texas Liberty Watchdog Index
Freedom Score: 71.6/100
Statewide Rank: #2 in Texas • Tier Rank: #1 (TIER 3 MID)
Fiscal Restraint
74.8/100
Regulatory Restraint
77.7/100
Debt Burden
58/100
Population / Scale
41,565
Property Tax Rate
$0.4829
per $100 valuationOperating Budget
N/A
Outstanding Debt
$21.8M
Elected & Governing Officials (21)
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Allan "Bubba" Fox
Constable, Precinct 3 (Precinct 3)
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Allyson Mitchell
County Attorney
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Allyson Mitchell
District Attorney
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Carey G. McKinney
County Judge
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David Franklin
Constable, Precinct 1 (Precinct 1)
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Gary Thomas
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1 (Precinct 1)
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Greg Chapin
Commissioner, Precinct 1 (Precinct 1)
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James Muniz
Constable, Precinct 4 (Precinct 4)
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James Todd
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3 (Precinct 3)
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James W. Westley
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4 (Precinct 4)
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Jenny Staples
County Judge
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Joey Hill
Commissioner, Precinct 4 (Precinct 4)
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John B. Wilbanks
Commissioner, Precinct 3 (Precinct 3)
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Mark Staples
County Clerk
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Marvin Jenkins
Constable, Precinct 2 (Precinct 2)
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Rashad Q. Mims
Commissioner, Precinct 2 (Precinct 2)
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Tammy Lightfoot
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2 (Precinct 2)
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Tara Holliday
County Treasurer
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Teresia Perry Coker
District Clerk
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Tommy Cross
County Tax Assessor-Collector
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William R. "Rudy" Flores
County Sheriff
Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (5 Fiscal Years)
FY 2026 ADOPTEDAnderson County FY 2026 Adopted Budget
Official PDFAdopted FY 2026 county budget for Anderson County approved by the Commissioners Court with total appropriations of $34.08M. Law enforcement and corrections through the County Sheriff and detention centers account for $15.42M, with $5.32M allocated to Precinct Road & Bridge repairs. Ad valorem property tax collections provide 76% ($25.90M) of total financing under an adopted county tax rate of $0.4400 per $100.
Total Appropriation
$34.1M
General Fund
$26.6M
Debt Service (I&S)
$3.4M
Capital Projects
$4.1M
Per Capita
$820
Public Safety: $15.4M (45%)
Public Works: $5.3M (16%)
Administration: $4.3M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.4829 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTEDAnderson County FY 2025 Adopted Budget
Official PDFAdopted FY 2025 county budget for Anderson County approved by the Commissioners Court with total appropriations of $32.31M. Law enforcement and corrections through the County Sheriff and detention centers account for $14.62M, with $5.04M allocated to Precinct Road & Bridge repairs. Ad valorem property tax collections provide 76% ($24.56M) of total financing under an adopted county tax rate of $0.4300 per $100.
Total Appropriation
$32.3M
General Fund
$25.2M
Debt Service (I&S)
$28.0M
Capital Projects
$3.9M
Per Capita
$777
Public Safety: $14.6M (45%)
Public Works: $5.0M (16%)
Administration: $4.0M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.4829 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTEDAnderson County FY 2024 Adopted Budget
Official PDFAdopted FY 2024 county budget for Anderson County approved by the Commissioners Court with total appropriations of $30.74M. Law enforcement and corrections through the County Sheriff and detention centers account for $13.91M, with $4.80M allocated to Precinct Road & Bridge repairs. Ad valorem property tax collections provide 76% ($23.36M) of total financing under an adopted county tax rate of $0.4200 per $100.
Total Appropriation
$30.7M
General Fund
$24.0M
Debt Service (I&S)
$30.0M
Capital Projects
$3.7M
Per Capita
$740
Public Safety: $13.9M (45%)
Public Works: $4.8M (16%)
Administration: $3.8M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.4829 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTEDAnderson County FY 2023 Adopted Budget
Official PDFAdopted FY 2023 county budget for Anderson County approved by the Commissioners Court with total appropriations of $28.46M. Law enforcement and corrections through the County Sheriff and detention centers account for $12.88M, with $4.44M allocated to Precinct Road & Bridge repairs. Ad valorem property tax collections provide 76% ($21.63M) of total financing under an adopted county tax rate of $0.4200 per $100.
Total Appropriation
$28.5M
General Fund
$22.2M
Debt Service (I&S)
$32.0M
Capital Projects
$3.4M
Per Capita
$685
Public Safety: $12.9M (45%)
Public Works: $4.4M (16%)
Administration: $3.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.4829 / $100
FY 2022 ADOPTEDAnderson County FY 2022 Adopted Budget
Official PDFAdopted FY 2022 county budget for Anderson County approved by the Commissioners Court with total appropriations of $26.52M. Law enforcement and corrections through the County Sheriff and detention centers account for $12.00M, with $4.14M allocated to Precinct Road & Bridge repairs. Ad valorem property tax collections provide 76% ($20.15M) of total financing under an adopted county tax rate of $0.4100 per $100.
Total Appropriation
$26.5M
General Fund
$20.7M
Debt Service (I&S)
$34.2M
Capital Projects
$3.2M
Per Capita
$638
Public Safety: $12.0M (45%)
Public Works: $4.1M (16%)
Administration: $3.3M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.5785 / $100
Active Code of Ordinances (8)
Court Order 2026-TAX-01 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 42/100
FY 2026-2027 Ad Valorem Tax Rate Adoption
Annual legislative act of Anderson County levying and adopting the ad valorem tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) for fisca...
Court Order 2025-TAX-01 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 42/100
FY 2025-2026 Ad Valorem Tax Rate Adoption
Annual legislative act of Anderson County levying and adopting the ad valorem tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) for fisca...
Court Order 2024-TAX-01 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 42/100
FY 2024-2025 Ad Valorem Tax Rate Adoption
Annual legislative act of Anderson County levying and adopting the ad valorem tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) for fisca...
Ordinance No. 2024-REZ-12 • ZoningOverreach: 58/100
Unified Development & Zoning Code Modernization
Comprehensive amendment to municipal development standards, setback requirements, parking maximums, and commercial zoning overlay districts in Anderson County....
Court Order 2023-TAX-01 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 42/100
FY 2023-2024 Ad Valorem Tax Rate Adoption
Annual legislative act of Anderson County levying and adopting the ad valorem tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) for fisca...
Ordinance No. 2023-FEE-88 • PermitsOverreach: 35/100
Commercial Right-of-Way Permitting & Utility Franchise Fees
Establishes streamlined right-of-way permitting standards, utility excavation bond requirements, and administrative inspection fees in Anderson County....
Court Order 2022-TAX-01 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 42/100
FY 2022-2023 Ad Valorem Tax Rate Adoption
Annual legislative act of Anderson County levying and adopting the ad valorem tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) for fisca...
Court Order 2021-TAX-01 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 42/100
FY 2021-2022 Ad Valorem Tax Rate Adoption
Annual legislative act of Anderson County levying and adopting the ad valorem tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) for fisca...
Meeting Dockets & Agendas (85)
2026-09-28 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Sep 28, 2026)
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13: Consider and take action to replat Oak River Estates, Phase One, Third Amendment, lots 11A-16A for Nate Spillman.9: Consider and take action on an expenditure up to a certain amount for the Employee Recognition Luncheon.10: Review and accept the plat for Timber Creek Reserve located on Anderson County Road 191 for David Kilgore.11: Consider and take action on the preliminary plat for Piney Woods RV Resort located on U.S. Highway 287 for David Rider.12: Consider and take action to purchase equipment for Precinct 2 Road and Bridge Department.1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment4: Consent Agenda5: Hear from Amy French and consider and take action to approve Proclamation Number P-02-2026 in support of placing a marker (Victory or Death) Letter, by William B. Travis, on the Courthouse Square, in accordance with Anderson County Courthouse master plan 6: Hear from Steve Presley with the Texas State Railroad and consider and take action on moving forward with an interlocal agreement with the City of Palestine to construct a meeting room at the Texas State Railroad.7: Consider and take action setting the 2027 Commissioners Court dates.8: Consider and take action setting the 2027 Holiday schedule.14: Consider and take action to replat Lot 12, Block C, located in Dogwood Hills East off of Anderson County Road 3681 for Sara Davis.15: Consider and take action to allow a temporary waterline down Anderson County Road 4933 for 1.5 miles to a frac location.16: Consider and take action on the Liability Renewal Questionnaire for coverage from January 1, 2027, through January 1, 2028.17: Consider and take action on the 2027 County Silver Choice Retiree Medical Program (Post-65 Group Retiree Healthcare Program) Renewal.18: Consider and take action on the 2027 Workers Compensation Program Renewal with Texas Association of Counties.19: Consider and take action on approving a contract with "The Master's Touch" to print and mail the 2026 Anderson County Tax Statements.20: Consider and take action to approve a payment to Hometown Pharmacy up to $13,255.00 for a prescription for an inmate housed in the Anderson County Jail.21: Consider and take action on removing and replacing the impound yard fence at the Sheriff's Office ($15,535.00 - pictures and quote attached).22: Consider and take action on the remaining funds ($32,366.00) from Vehicle Capital Outlay to purchase equipment for the vehicles the Sheriff's office will order for 2027.23: Consider and take action on the emergency replacement of an air conditioning unit on the Sheriff's office side of the building ($12,262.40 - invoice attached).24: Consider and take action on the purchase of a Canon imageFORCE 1643F copier for the Sheriff's Office Dispatch and a Canon imageFORCE 4145 for the Civil Office.2026-09-04 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Sep 04, 2026)
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum4: Consent Agenda1: Consider and take action on the purchase of a vehicle for the District Attorney's Office and authorize that the current Suburban be declared surplus for trade-in or sold at auction.5: Consider and take action on the 2027 Health Insurance Renewal.6: Consider and take action on any changes to the FY 2027 Proposed Budget.7: Consider and take action to adopt the FY 2027 Budget.8: Consider and take action to adopt the FY 2026 Tax Rate which will fund the 2027 Budget.9: Consider and take action on ratifying the property tax increase reflected in the FY 2027 Budget.10: Consider and take action on changing County Commissioner Precinct 1, Box 1 polling site from Palestine High School at 1600 S. Loop 256, and moving it directly across the Loop to the Bethlehem Lutheran Church at 1515 S. Loop 256.11: Appoint County Election Precinct Presiding Judges and Alternate Judges for a one-year term beginning September 2026.12: Consider and take action to terminate the contract with Architecture Underground Inc.13: Consider and take action to receive and file for the record documentation from the IT Department 100% completion of Al Cyber Security Training by elected and appointed officials, and County employees with a valid County e-mail accessing Anderson County co14: Consider and take action to appoint Commissioner John Wilbanks to the Board of Directors of the East Texas Council of Governments (ETCOG).15: Document for the record that the Anderson County 911 in-house phone system has been updated according to FCC changes.16: Consider and take action to approve Anderson County Commissioner Pct. 3 to purchase 3 pieces of Road and Bridge Equipment from Henderson County Commissioners.2026-08-31 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Aug 31, 2026)
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum4: Consent Agenda5: Budget Workshop6: Consider and take action on any changes to the FY 2027 Proposed Budget.7: Conduct a Public Hearing on the FY 2027 Proposed Budget.8: Conduct a Public Hearing on the FY 2026 Tax Rate which will fund the FY 2027 Budget.9: Consider and take action on amending the Anderson County Personnel Policy to remove Section 8.15 COVID-19 Leave.10: Consider and take action on an Amendment to the Radio Rental Agreement between Anderson County and SBA Towers III, LLC for tower site located at 300 Anderson County Road 2150, Palestine, TX 75801.11: Authorize the Auditor's Office to request bids for base stone, iron ore gravel, corrugated metal/polypropylene culvert pipe, road oil (refined/unrefined) cracked fuel oil, asphalt treated road material, bituminous cold patch material, asphaltic concrete h2026-08-24 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Aug 24, 2026)
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment4: ConsentAgenda5: Hear budget request from representatives of Northeast Texas Public Health District.8: Consider and take action to update and/or define the road classification of Anderson County Road 370.10: Consider and take action to declare a list of eight (8) Sheriff Department vehicles as surplus to be sold at auction. Sheriff Flores6: Budget Workshop7: Discuss and take action on any changes to the 2027 Proposed Budget.2026-08-17 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Aug 17, 2026)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment4: Consent Agenda5: Hear brief update from Judge McKinney on a future meeting with NextEra Energy Resources to share information and the progress of the Natural Gas Fired Power Plant Project in the Bethel-Cayuga area of Anderson County, located at FM 2706 and FM 321.6: Consider and take action to order the General Election for November 3, 2026.7: Consider and take action to rescind the motion and budget amendment adopted in court on August 10, 2026, approving the replacement of the camera system for the Anderson County Jail by and with Montgomery Technology Systems, LLC (MTS).8: Consider and take action to approve an updated contract with Montgomery Technology Systems, LLC (MTS) for the replacement of the security camera system and maintenance agreement for Anderson County Jail to replace the digital camera system and approve an 9: Consider and take action to approve the donated materials from Tx Material and Ergon for road repair in Precinct 3 Road and Bridge from Tarrant Regional Water District for the Lake Palestine pipeline project and authorize the County Judge to execute any r10: Consider and take action to approve the 2026 Proposed Tax Rate which will fund the 2027 Budget.11: Consider and take action on setting dates for the public hearings for the 2027 Budget and the 2026 Tax Rate.12: Budget Workshop for the 2027 Budget and the 2026 Tax Rate.13: Discuss and take action on any changes to the 2027 Proposed Budget.14: Consider and take action on approving the Elected Officials salaries for the 2027 Budget pursuant to Tex. Loe. Govt. Code §152.013(b).15: Consider and take action on de-obligating remaining ARPA funds leftover from completed projects and re-obligating those left over funds to the Anderson County Road and Bridge projects for expenses incurred prior to the 2024 projects obligation deadline.16: Consider and take action to approve a proposal and a written agreement with Revolution Data Systems for a preservation and digitization project for the District Clerk's office to be paid with Court Records Preservation Funds (Fund 264).17: Consider and take action on approving payment to reimburse an Anderson County inmate for lost property.19: Consider and take action to implement or extend a Burn Ban for Anderson County.18: Discuss 911 Addressing as requested by Mr. Tony Rohne2026-08-10 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Aug 10, 2026)
Parsed Docket Items:
7: Consider and take action on replacing a culvert at the corner of Anderson County Road 4257 and Private Road 8257.5: Consider and take action to replat lots 2A through 4A, Block 5 of Oak River Estates Phase One, for Nate Spillman. (Part 2 of 2)1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment4: Consent Agenda5: Consider and take action to replat lots 2A through 4A, Block 5 of Oak River Estates Phase One, for Nate Spillman. (Part 1 of 2)6: Consider and take action to approve the donated material from Tx Material and Ergon for road repair in Precinct 3 Road and Bridge from Tarrant Regional Water District at the Lake Palestine pipeline project.8: Consider and take action to approve the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles Imposition of Optional Fees for the calendar year 2027.9: Consider and take action to approve the 2027 Sheriff's and Constable's Fees.10: Consider and take action to replace the entire security camera system with a new updated digital system in the Anderson County Jail and approve emergency budget amendment to fund the project. (Part 1 of 2)11: Items 11 & 1210: Consider and take action to replace the entire security camera system with a new updated digital system in the Anderson County Jail and approve emergency budget amendment to fund the project. (Part 2 of 2)13: Consider and take action to divide the remaining ARPA money for Road and Bridge Departments.14: Consider and take action on an interlocal agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation and Anderson County for Justice of the Peace Courts to access the Texas Conviction Reporting System (TXCR)) authorized by Tex. Transp. Code Chapter 543, Subcha2026-07-27 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Jul 27, 2026)
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum4: Consent Agenda5: Consider and take action to accept a letter of retirement and resignation from Justice of the Peace Precinct 3, Judge Todd, effective July 31, 2026.6: Consider and take action on the appointment of Kim Salmon to the Office of Justice of the Peace Precinct 3, effective August 1, 2026.7: Conduct a Public Hearing on the renewal of Guidelines and Criteria for purposes of Tax Abatement to provide economic development within the County.8: Consider and take possible action to renew guidelines and criteria for purposes of tax abatement to provide economic development within the County in accordance with Chapter 312 of the Texas Tax Code and adopt Resolution Number R-06-2026.15: Adjourn into Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071, Consultation with Attorney.16: Reconvene into Open Session17: Consider and take action on an lnterlocal Agreement between Anderson County, Cherokee County, Henderson County and the Neches Trinity Valley Ground Water Conservation District.9: Consider and take action on awarding the bid for demolition of the Civic Center located at 1819 W. Spring Street, Palestine, Texas, and approve a budget amendment.10: Consider and take action to award the bid for the construction of the Agri-Life meeting/training facility on North Sycamore Street and approve a budget amendment.14: Consider and take action on an agreement with Anderson County and Camille E. Butler for fence line of convenience on land that joins with County property on Anderson County Road 413.2026-07-13 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Jul 13, 2026)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum2: Consent Agenda3: Consider and take action on an interlocal agreement between Anderson County and the Texas State Railroad Authority for the use of Hotel Occupancy Tax Funds and authorize County Judge to sign agreement.4: Consider and take action on Anderson County's required participation (Texas Government Code 2054.5191} in Al training provided by the Texas Association of Counties {TAC}.5: Consider and take action on Addendum Number 1 with TRIEDATA Inc. for the Clerk-E-Certify Saas Services Agreement.6: Consider and take action to adopt a Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Policy to be added to the Anderson County Personnel Policies.7: Discuss and take action on an interlocal agreement with Neches ISO for Precinct 3 Road and Bridge to repair and repave approximately one thousand six hundred feet long and fifty feet wide driveway located at Neches Elementary School on FM 2574 Neches, Tex8: Consider and take action on changes to Precinct 3 Road and Bridge department's 2026 budgeted positions. (Budget Amendments 61 & 62)2026-06-26 • SPECIAL SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Special Commissioners Court (Jun 26, 2026)
2026-06-23 • SPECIAL SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Special Commissioners Court (Jun 23, 2026)
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum2: Consider and take appropriate action to approve a Local Agreement between Anderson County District Attorney's Office and Texas Department of Criminal Justice Office of the Inspector General regarding the disposition of funds and/or property forfeited, p2026-06-22 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Jun 22, 2026)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment4: Consent Agenda5: Hear a report from Texas State Railroad, evaluate and consider another HotelMotel tax expenditure for advertising to increase ridership and hotel stays for Palestine, Anderson County Texas.6: Consider and take action on allowing the use of the 2nd Floor Number 1 District Courtroom at the Anderson ·county Courthouse by the Palestine Convention and Visitor Center, in celebration of the Nation's 250th year, with security being provided by the And7: Consider and take action on an Authorization to Proceed between Anderson County and Terracon Consultants for services to be provided by the consultant for the Anderson County Agrilife Extension-LUF-26 Proposal Project.8: Consider and take action on a renewal maintenance agreement quote from Visionality for the AV System in Room 103 in the Courthouse Annex.9: Consider and take action on the remaining American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds.10: Hear from Montalba Community Center Association about improvements needed for the Center and take action as necessary.13: Present a Proclamation in Recognition of June McCoy's Contribution to Palestine, Anderson County.11: Consider and take action to approve a budget amendment to increase Petit Jurors line item for the Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 from contingency.12: Consider and take action to approve a budget amendment to increase Overtime line item for the Sheriffs Office and Jail staff from Contingency.14: Discuss demolition of the Civic Center and removal of concrete slab for bidders.15: Consider and take action on appointing the Salary Grievance Committee as required by Section 151.014 Local Government Code.2026-06-08 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Jun 08, 2026)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment4: Consent Agenda5: Hear report from Texas State Railroad, evaluate and consider another Hotel/Motel tax expenditure for advertising to increase ridership and hotel stays for Palestine, Anderson County.6: Hear update on Data Center petition.7: Consider and take action on accepting House Bill 3000 Rural Ambulance Service Grant Program for Palestine Regional Medical Center Ambulance Service and create a budget.9: Consider and take action on a three year renewal agreement with Mitratech and the Anderson County District Attorney's Office for the use of HotDocs software.8: Consider and take action on appointing the Salary Grievance Committee as required by Section 151.014 Local Government Code.2026-05-18 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (May 18, 2026)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum4: Consent Agenda5: Hear a report on Anderson County Delinquent Tax Collections 2026 from Staci Gold of McCreary Veselka Bragg &Allen, P.C., and consider and take action on:6: Discuss and approve method and implementation of collecting signatures for the petition requesting "Co1,1sideration of Data Centers" approved at the May 4, 2 026 regular meeting to be submitted to the Office of Governor, State Agencies, and Elected Offici7: Consider and take action to approve Quanah Production and Broadcasting (Chris Seagler) to use the District Clerk's office and exterior porch on June 6, 2026.8: Consider and take action on a Service Agreement with STS for maintenance of the security cameras at the Anderson County Courthouse,9: Consider and take action on an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Elkhart, as authorized by Texas Transportation Code, Sec. 251.015 ASSISTING OTHER GOVERNMENTAL ENTITY.10: Consider and take action on authorizing the County Judge to sign the engagement letter with Pattillo, Brown, & Hill, L.L.P. for the 2025 fiscal year County audit.11: Consider and t.ake action on approving the pricing from Texas Association of Counties (TAC) on property and mobile equipment insurance schedules for July 1, 2026 - July 1, 2027.12: Consider and take action to purchase a Canon iF 520F copier for the County Court at Law Courtroom in the amount of $2,904.46.2026-05-04 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (May 04, 2026)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment4: Consent Agenda5: Hear update from Architexas Architects on the filing of the Emergency Grant application for qualifying emergency repairs and restoration to the Anderson County Historic Courthouse.6: Hear update on the Groundwater Management Area 11 (GMA-11) meeting that took place April 28th in Nacogdoches.8: Discuss and take action to replat Oak River Estates, Phase One, Lots 31-39, Block 4, in Precinct 3 on Anderson County Road 309.9: Discuss and take action to replat Oak River Estates, Phase 2B Lot 60, Block 2 and amending the easements between Lots 60, 61 and 62 Block 2 Phase 2B.7: Discuss and possibly act on Resolution Number R-04-2026 and a Petition for Data Center Considerations to submit to the State of Texas Governor, other appropriate elected officials, and associated State Department heads.10: Discuss and take action to purchase a 1996 Peterbilt Tractor from Rig Runners for Precinct 3 Road and Bridge Department in the amount of $15,000.00.11: Consider and take action on allowing Precinct 4 to take down a tree at the Montalba Community Center, a polling site.12: Consider and take action to repair a wash-out caused by a culvert in a pasture on Anderson County Road 432.13: Consider and take action on the 2026 Affordable Act Reporting and Tracking Service (ARTS) Agreement between Anderson County and the Texas Association of Counties (TAC).14: Consider and take action on authorizing the County Judge to enter into a contract with the Workforce Solutions East Texas On-the-Job Training and/or Intern Program with the East Texas Council of Governments.15: Consider and take action on authorizing the County Judge and the County Sheriff to sign a State Plan of Operation (SPO) between the State of Texas and the Anderson County Sheriff's Office for excess personal property and equipment.16: Consider and take action on Texas Department of Motor Vehicles- Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority Senate Bill 224 Catalytic Converter Grant Program (TxDMV-MVCPA) Grant application and Resolution Number R-05-2026 to be used to apply for license plat2026-04-27 • SPECIAL SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Special Commissioners Court (Apr 27, 2026)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum2: Budget Amendments3: Consider approving bills4: Discuss and take action on the purchase of an International Dump Truck for Precinct 3 Road and Bridge Department.1: Deliberation for urgent public necessity on an eminent threat to public health and safety, and on a reasonably unforeseeable situation with the proposed plan to the GMA-11 Board for major reduction in available groundwater to Anderson County, to be consid2026-04-20 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Apr 20, 2026)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum4: Consent Agenda17: Consider and take action to approve Enterprise Justice Jury Selection program for all Anderson County Courts with Tyler Technologies and approve budget amendment(s) for the District Clerk's office.5: Hear update on the progress of the Skull Creek solar project.6: Discuss and take possible action to authorize the County Auditor to go out for bids on the demolition of the Civic Center building, located at 1819 W. Spring Street, and the Court to retain the 9.534 acres of land for future County facilities to address g8: Consider and take action on the reappointment of Dee Dietz and Amanda Bailey to the Anderson Cherokee County Enrichment Services (ACCESS) Board.9: Discuss and take action to ratify an Outpatient Dialysis agreement for a county inmate in the Anderson County Jail, with Fresenius Medical Care.10: Discuss statutory requirements for interlocal agreements with Anderson County municipalities.11: Consider and take action on extending the lease agreement with Brazos Trailer Manufacturing, LLC for the 2026 Brazos 40' Pitboss Belly Dump, VIN:4B9BKDL20TH0S4076, and authorize the County Judge to sign the lease agreement.12: Consider and take action on the renewal of Lexis Nexis Subscription Agreement for State/Local Government (Law Library Patriot Access - 2 terminals) for the period May 1, 2026- April 30, 2029.13: Consider and take action on the renewal of a Lexis Nexis Subscription Agreement for State/Local Government (Law Library Professional Users - 12 users) for the period May 1, 2026-April 30, 2029.14: Consider and take action on the Unclaimed Capital Credits Allocation as authorized by Section 74.602 of the Texas Property Code.15: Consider and take action to accept the Sheriff Immigration Law Enforcement Grant Program award and adopt a budget (Budget Amendment #29).16: Discuss and take action to approve a budget amendment to increase overtime line item for the Sheriffs Office staff and Jail staff from contingency.2026-04-16 • SPECIAL SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Special Commissioners Court (Apr 16, 2026)
2026-04-07 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Apr 07, 2026)
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum4: Consent Agenda5: Hear presentation from NextEra Energy Resources representatives outlining the details of the proposed Natural Gas Fired Power Plant Project in the Bethel-Cayuga area of Anderson County, located at FM 2706 and FM 321.3: Public Comment6: Hear from Tonya Fuller with the Department of Family and Protective Services and approve Proclamation Number P-01-2026, proclaiming April 2026 to be Child Abuse Prevention Month in Anderson County, Texas.7: Consider and take action to authorize the County Auditor to go out for bids for construction of the Anderson County Agri-Life Facility, (new training/meeting building).8: Consider and take action on a land use agreement with Manda Sessions on Anderson County Road 2405.9: Hear from Kyle Brunson with Texas Parks and Wildlife about a control burn at Gus Engeling Wildlife Management on Highway 287.10: Consider and take action on a land survey of the TXSTOR land on Anderson County Road 413 and split the cost of the survey between Cliff Butler and Anderson County Precinct 4 Road and Bridge Department.11: Consider and take action concerning the truck traffic on Anderson County Road 2202 in Precinct 4.2026-03-23 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Mar 23, 2026)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum4: Consent Agenda5: Consider and take action on the sale of the Civic Center property, located at 1819 W. Spring Street, Palestine, Texas, as authorized by the Texas Local Government Code Chapter 263, to the buyer produced by the broker (Landmark Realty, LLC).6: Consider and take action to apply for an emergency grant application for the Historical Anderson County Courthouse, and approve Resolution Number R-03-2026.7: Consider and take action on a contract with East Texas Alarm, Inc. for the monitoring of the system at the Courthouse Annex.8: Consider and take action to surplus a CAT 930 Loader for the Texas Emissions Reduction Program (TERP) for Precinct 3 Road and Bridge Department.9: Consider and take action on a land use agreement with Lost Prairie Lake Association for Precinct 3 Road and Bridge Department.10: Consider and take action on a final plat for Happy Valley Lofts located on Anderson County Road 4284 for Chris Thompson.11: Consider and take action on an agreement with SADA Systems, Inc. and the District Attorney's Office for their Google Workspace to be paid from County Records Management and Preservation Fund (Fund 254).12: Consider and take action on an Order to extend the Anderson County Burn Ban for 30 days.2026-03-09 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Mar 09, 2026)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment4: Consent Agenda5: Consider and take action on approving the sale of the Civic Center property, located at 1819 W. Spring Street, Palestine, Texas, as authorized by the Texas Local Government Code Chapter 263, to the buyer produced by the broker (Landmark Realty, LLC).6: Consider and take action on the replat of Song Bird RV Park on Highway 287 for Jeff Washburg.7: Consider and take action on an interlocal agreement with the City of Elkhart and Anderson County.8: Consider and take action on a land use agreement with John Valent on Anderson County Road 3850 with Precinct 3 Road and Bridge Department.9: Consider and take action on a land use agreement with Winston Wilson on FM 321 for Precinct 4 Road and Bridge Department.10: Consider and take action on the preliminary plat for Happy Acres Lofts on Anderson County Road 4283 for Chris Thompson.11: Consider and take action on the purchase of external storage for the District Attorney's Office from Capital Outlay.12: Consider and take action on approving the property renewal questionnaire from Texas Association of Counties (TAC) and request renewal quotes on property and mobile equipment schedules for July 1, 2026 - July 1, 2027.13: Consider and take action on changes to the Tax Assessor Collector's Office 2026 budgeted positions.14: Consider and take action on a renewal quote from Visionality for the Commissioners Court AV System to be paid from the County Records Management and Preservation Fund. (Fund 254)2026-03-06 • SPECIAL SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Special Commissioners Court (Mar 06, 2026)
2026-02-23 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Feb 23, 2026)
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10: Consider and take action on approving the purchase of a new Canon Copier to replace the County Judge's office copier.1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment4: ConsentAgenda5: Consider and take action on a Retainer Agreement between Anderson County and Allison, Bass and Magee, L.L.P. pertaining to legal issues regarding a 381 Agreement with Bitcoin Mining Institute, LLC, (BMI), and on such legal matters as may be assigned by th6: Consider and take action on the sale of the Civic Center property, located at 1819 W. Spring Street, Palestine, Texas, as authorized by the Texas Local Government Code Chapter 263, to the buyer produced by the broker (Landmark Realty, LLC).7: Consider and take action on the annual renewal Carrier Maintenance Agreement for all air and heat units at the Anderson County Annex Building.8: Discuss and take action on the American Rescue Plan Act funds, (ARPA).9: Discuss and take action to bid up to $30,000.00 for a dump truck at Renee Bates Auction from capital outlay for Precinct 4 Road and Bridge Department.11: Consider and take action to declare the County Judge Canon CIR C5250 MFP copier (Serial No. JMQ28279) Asset #101-14 as surplus for the next auction, contingent upon IT clearance for security purposes.12: Consider and take action on repairing the deteriorating scullery wall in the Anderson County Jail and upgrading to a more durable stainless-steel covering along with upgrading the deteriorated breaker/ electrical panels and plumbing in the scullery. (See 13: Consider and take action to replace the old freezer door in the Anderson County Jail that will not seal or close properly to safely maintain the proper temperature. (See attached quote from ETR.)2026-02-20 • SPECIAL SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Special Commissioners Court (Feb 20, 2026)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum5: Consider and take action to address Anderson County Road 365 that is being maintained, and no deed was ever executed transferring the property to the County and no agreement was officially executed.4: Discuss and take possible action to recover County funds paid through a contract that was never approved and/or ratified in Commissioners Court.2026-02-09 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Feb 09, 2026)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment4: Consent Agenda5: Hear presentation from Palestine Economic Development Corporation Director Christophe Trahan and a request to consider and take action on a 381 Agreement with BMI, establishing an advanced computer repair and workforce training facility (BMI is Bitcoin Mi7: Consider and take action on a replat of Tanglewood Villas on Lot 6R and 7R located on Highway 84 for Steve Trussell.6: Consider and take action on the final plat for Q Ranch RV Park on Anderson County Road 153 for Julio Quinones.8: Consider and take action on ARPA funds.9: Hear and take action on an update of the master plan for the potential grant for courthouse repairs.10: Update of all land use agreements for Precinct 3 Road and Bridge Department and take action as needed.11: Consider and take action to address a county road that is being maintained and no deed was ever executed transferring the property to the County and no agreement was officially executed.13: Consider and take action on authorizing the Auditor's Office to apply for the FY27 Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Grant and approve Resolution Number R-012026.14: Consider and take action on authorizing the Auditor's Office to apply for the FY 27 Victim of Crime Act (VOCA) Grant and approve Resolution Number R-02-2026.15: Consider and take action on a resolution for Senate Bill 8 which establishes a Sheriff Immigration Law Enforcement Grant Program.16: Consider and take action on the Rural Ambulance Service Grant Application established by House Bill 3000.17: Consider and take action on approving the purchase of a new Canon Copier to replace Justice of the Peace Precinct 2's copier.18: Consider and take action to declare the Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 Canon IR 4245 copier (Serial Number UMV05901) as surplus for the next auction, contingent upon IT clearance for security purposes.19: Consider and take action to declare the Sheriffs Office Xerox B40SDN copier (Serial Number 9HB350674) as surplus for the next auction, contingent upon IT clearance for security purposes.20: Consider and take action to approve a contract between CIRA and Anderson County to migrate the website to the new template making us compliant with HB 5195.21: Consider and take action on the emergency purchase of a package unit (heating and cooling unit) in the Anderson County Jail in the amount of $15,079.20.22: Consider and take action to declare the attached list of body cameras located at the Sheriffs Office as surplus for auction, as they are no longer utilized.23: Consider and take action to declare the attached list of Taser X26 DPM's with camera, located at the Sheriffs Office, as surplus and authorize their destruction, as they are inoperable.2026-01-30 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Jan 30, 2026)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum4: Consent Agenda5: Consider and take action on the preliminary plat for Q Ranch RV Park located on Anderson County Road 153 for Julio Quinones.6: Consider and take action on the final plat for Pine Meadow Subdivision located on Anderson County Road 162 for Michael and Justin Shaver.7: Consider and take action to award a proposal for repair and restoration of the rotunda stained-glass, as received through the competitive proposal process by the County Auditor, for the Anderson County Historical Courthouse as recommended by DRG Architect8: Discuss ARPA funds.9: Hear from Architecture Underground, Inc. and take action to approve plans for the meeting/training facility for the Agri-Life Extension Services and direct the architect to proceed with obtaining permitting and drafting of competitive bid documents for co10: Consider and take action on eliminating culvert blockage by picking up downed trees on a property located on Anderson County Road 448.2026-01-23 • SPECIAL SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Special Commissioners Court (Jan 23, 2026)
2026-01-12 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Jan 12, 2026)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment4: Consent Agenda5: Consider and take action on the appointment of Ms. Lou Russell to the Anderson County Child Welfare Board, with a term to expire December 31, 2027.6: Consider and take action on the reappointment of four current Anderson County Child Welfare Board members: Mrs. Lee Brown - Ms. Nacole Freeman - Ms. Tawanna Monroe - Ms. Stacey Wickware, with terms to expire December 31, 2027.7: Consider and take action on the preliminary plat for Pine Meadow Subdivision located on Anderson County Road 163 for Michael Wayne Shaver and Justin Shaver.8: Receive Judge McKinney's salary donation in the amount of $13,311.10 back to the County General fund, to keep his promise, and consider and take action to approve a budget amendment using donated funds to Increase the Meals on Wheels contract as allowed b9: Consider and take action to approve the Meals on Wheels annual contract.10: Hear a presentation from Judge McKinney on 2023-2025 major building repairs and improvements of Anderson County buildings.11: Consider and take action to award a proposal for repair and restoration of the rotunda-stained glass as received through the competitive proposal process by the County Auditor for the Anderson County Historical Courthouse, as recommended by DRG Architects12: Consider and take action to clear the back fenceline on TEXSTOR land located at Anderson County Road 413 and Highway 19.13: Approve all new and renewed bonds for Elected/Appointed Officials and other appointments and take action as necessary.14: Consider and take action to declare the State Highway Patrol's ice machine (Asset #309-14) located at the Department of Public Safety Office salvage/scrap as it is broken and no longer in use.15: Consider and take action on approving the purchase of two (2) new Canon copiers to replace the Sheriffs Office Adm in. Copier and Records Copier. • Auditor Megan Lambright16: Consider and take action on an Order extending the Burn Ban for Anderson County.2025-12-30 • SPECIAL SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Special Commissioners Court (Dec 30, 2025)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum2: Additional Item2: Consent Agenda3: Discuss and take action to approve the Health Services Agreement with Southern Health Partners, Inc. and the Anderson County Jail for health and medical services for County inmates.4: Consider and take action to move unexpended funds from the Sheriff's office budget into Capital Outlay, to purchase a Can-Am Side by Side and accessories from H&W Honda, for law enforcement use.2025-12-15 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Dec 15, 2025)
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7: Hear information and discuss the new "Flock" cameras on local Anderson County highways. Judge McKinney6: Hear presentation of the Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) Biennial Report from Elizabeth Severn of the District Attorney's Office.1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum4: Consent Agenda (Part 1 of 2)5: Present and introduce the newly appointed 369th Judicial District Judge, the Honorable Jonathan Richey. Judge McKinney8: Consider and take action on the East Texas Council of Governments FY 2026 Regional Juvenile Evaluation Services for Juvenile Contract. Juvenile Officer Emily Lane4: Consent Agenda (Part 2 of 2)9: Consider and take action on the final plat for Oak River Estates Phase 2A and 2B located on Anderson County Road 309 for Nate Spillman. Commissioner Wilbanks10: Consider and take action on the preliminary plat for Grove FM 319 Subdivision. Commissioner Chapin11: Discuss and take action on ARPA funds. Commissioner Chapin12: Consider and take action on the contractor for County Courthouse project. Commissioner Chapin13: Consider and take action on a quote from J&B Security for cameras for the Precinct 2 Barn. Commissioner Mims14: Consider and take action on an increase to Road and Bridge Precinct 2 Capital Outlay from Contingency in the amount of $19,110.56 to replace 2 fuel pumps, located at the Road and Bridge Precinct 2 Shop (Budget Amendment #174). Commissioner Mims15: Consider and take action on repairing and rerouting the flow of water at a driveway located on Anderson County Road 404. Commissioner Hill16: Consider and take action on a proposal from Kofile regarding Deed of Trust Indexes on Quicklink. County Clerk Mark Staples17: Consider and take action on a proposal from US Imaging regarding the scanning of Civil Minute Books. County Clerk Mark Staples18: Consider and take action on a proposal from US Imaging regarding the indexing of Deed of Trust Record Legal Descriptions. County Clerk Mark Staples19: Consider and take action on a proposal from Neumo regarding the data upload of Deed of Trust images and indexes. County Clerk Mark Staples20: Consider and take action on a renewal addendum for internet and phone service between Windstream and Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 Office. Auditor Megan Lambright21: Review Anderson County's Investment Policy and consider and take action on adopting Resolution Number R-11-2025. County Treasurer Tara Holliday2025-12-01 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Dec 01, 2025)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment4: Consent Agenda9: Consider and take action to approve an agreement to upgrade the current software system Odyssey/Enterprise Justice with Tyler Technologies used by the District Clerk, County Clerk, District Attorney's Office, District Judges, Attorneys, Bail Bond Companie5: Consider and take action on authorizing the County Auditor to go out for proposals for the restoration and repair of the Historical Anderson County Courthousestained glass dome.6: Consider and take action on the Anderson County Child Welfare Board Bylaws.7: Consider and take action on a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) documenting the relationship between the Advisory Board and ACCWB, Inc.8: Consider and take action to approve an agreement with the County Clerk's office and Permitium, LLC to provide vital online statistics applications.10: Consider and take action on an expenditure up to a certain amount for the Employee Recognition Lunch.11: Consider and take action on Anderson County's participation in the Texas Association of Counties Cybersecurity training.12: Consider and take action on a land use agreement with the Faith family for Precinct 1 Road and Bridge department.2025-11-19 • SPECIAL SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Special Commissioners Court (Nov 19, 2025)
2025-11-17 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Nov 17, 2025)
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17: Receive salary changes from the District Attorney for the Senate Bill 22 Grant funds. Auditor Megan Lambright1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum4: Consent Agenda5: Consider and take action on engaging Allison Bass and Magee to provide assistance in the development of County utility right of way regulations. Judge McKinney6: Consider and take action on Resolution Number R-10-2025 authorizing County Grant Program Year 2026 for the Meals on Wheels of Palestine, Inc. Judge McKinney7: Consider and take action on the 2026 Commissioner Court dates. Judge McKinney8: Consider and take action on the 2026 Anderson County Holiday schedule. Judge McKinney9: Hear a presentation from Constable Precinct 3 Constable Alan Fox and consider and take action on the purchase of a drone. Judge McKinney10: Consider and take action on repairs to repeater tower for Volunteer Fire Departments. Judge McKinney11: Discuss and take action concerning office space located at 519 N. Sycamore Street for State Representative Cody Harris and Honorable Judge Michael Davis, 12th Court of Appeals. Commissioner Mims12: Discuss and take action on the preliminary plat for Oak River Estates Phase 2A and 28 located on Anderson County Road 309 for Nate Spillman. Commissioner Wilbanks13: Discuss and take action to replat 3A and 6A for Oak River Estates, Phase One located on Anderson County Road 309 for Nate Spillman. Commissioner Wilbanks14: Consider and take action to accept the FY26 Violence Against Women Formula Grant Award and adopt the VAWA Budget (BA 137). Auditor Megan Lambright15: Consider and take action to accept the FY26 Victims of Crime Act Grant Award and adopt the VOCA Budget (BA 138). Auditor Megan Lambright16: Consider and take action on the Texas Association of Counties Risk Management Liability coverage rate for 2026. Auditor Megan Lambright2025-11-03 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Nov 03, 2025)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum4: Consent Agenda5: Conduct Public Hearing on the Creation of an Enterprise Zone to be known as Anderson County Enterprise Zone-Pham BESS for purposes of tax abatement to provide economic development within the county.6: Close Public Hearing7: Consider and take possible action to create an Enterprise zone for purposes of tax abatement to provide economic development within the county in accordance with Chapter 312 of the Texas Tax Code, said Enterprise zone to be known as Anderson County Enterp8: Consider and take possible action regarding a Road Use Agreement between Anderson County and ASB1, LLC, to address possible degradation of any county maintained roads in the construction, operation or maintenance of the Anderson County Enterprise Zone-Pha9: Consider and take possible action regarding the adoption of a Tax Abatement Agreement with ASB1, LLC, pursuant to Chapter 312, Texas Tax Code.10: Conduct Public Hearing to act upon the following items: (1) to consider the application of Skull Creek Solar, LLC, for approval of a First Amended Tax Abatement, pursuant to the provisions of the Property Redevelopment and Tax Abatement Act, Chapter 312 o11: Close Public Hearing12: Consider and take possible action to Amend an existing Tax Abatement Agreement with Skull Creek Solar, LLC, pursuant to Chapter 312, Texas Tax Code.13: Consider and take action on the final plat of Oak Crest Mobile Home Park located on Anderson County Road 2232 for Norma Mar. Commissioner Mims14: Consider and take action on a Memorandum of Understanding between Anderson County Emergency Management and Palestine Independent School District to strengthen disaster preparedness, emergency response, and recovery planning. Judge McKinney15: Consider and take action on a Retainer Agreement with The Royall Firm for assistance with oil and gas leases. Judge McKinney16: Consider and take action on the reappointment of Mr. Gary Douglas to serve as Director of the Neches & Trinity Valleys Groundwater Conservation District for a four-year term, 2026-2029. Judge McKinney17: Consider and take action to approve the Jury Selection Plan for Anderson County pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 62.011. District Clerk Teresia Coker18: Consider and take action on awarding the bid for unrefined road oil for the year 2026. Auditor Megan Lambright2025-10-20 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Oct 20, 2025)
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7: Consider and take action to replat Lots 51, 53, and 56 Dogwood Lake Unit 3 located on Highway 84.1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment4: Consent Agenda5: Consider and take action to replat Lots 3R and 4R Dogwood Lake Unit 1 located on Anderson County Road 148.6: Consider and take action to replat Lots 28-30, 32 and 33R Dogwood Lake Unit 1 located on FM 323.8: Consider and take action to replat Lots 63-71 Dogwood Lake Unit 4, Lots 74-80 Unit 5 located on FM 323.9: Consider and take action for a replat of Oak Crest Estates, Section II located on Anderson County Road 2232 for Norma Mar.10: Consider and take action on the final plat for Lone Star Loop RV Park located on FM 2706 for T&H Cattle Company.11: Hear update from Judge McKinney on the Union Pacific Railroad lawsuit filed with the U.S. Supreme Court.12: Hear from Judge McKinney and correct the record on the legal requirements for salary donation by Judge McKinney and Judge Doran where a false narrative was created by using and reading into the Court Minutes a Google Search document regarding ethics viola13: Consider and take action on the recommended appointment of Stuart Whitaker to serve as Chairman of the Anderson County Historical Commission, to replace David Franklin.14: Consider and take action on the approval of the 2025 contract between Anderson County and CASA.15: Consider and take action on extending the Broker Contract for the sale of Civic Center with Landmark Realty.16: Consider and take action on a contract with Revolution Data Systems for a civil minute's records digitization and preservation project to be paid with Records Preservation Funds.17: Consider and take action on extending the lease agreement with Brazos Trailer Manufacturing LLC for the 2026 Brazos 40' Pitboss Belly Dump, and authorize the County Judge to sign the lease agreement. (VIN 4B9BKDL20TH054076).18: Consider and take action on the Anderson County's Retirement 2026 plan year contribution rate 13.11%, that includes a one-time Employer Contribution of $250,000 in 2025 to Texas County District Retirement System.19: Consider and take action on awarding the Road and Bridge bid for railroad tank car culverts and flatbed cars. One vendor's bid was inadvertently omitted from the original bid tabulation sheet and has since been added for consideration.2025-10-16 • SPECIAL SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Special Commissioners Court (Oct 16, 2025)
2025-10-06 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Oct 06, 2025)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment4: Consent Agenda5: Hear from Pattillo, Brown, & Hill, LLP on the FY 2024 Audit for Anderson County and take action as necessary.6: Consider and take action on a Land Lease Agreement between Anderson County, Texas and the trustees of the Green Bay Community Center for the use of the 1/8 of an acre on the south side of the Center for the Anderson County polling place (portable building7: Consider and take action to approve a proposal for Geotechnical Engineering Services for the expansion building of the Agri-Life Extension Services.8: Consider and take action on the preliminary plat for Lone Star RV Park located on FM 2706 for Abigail and Andrew Downing.9: Consider and take action on the replat of 1.86 acres located on FM 320 for John and Kimberly Donovan. (Part 1 of 2)10: Consider and take action on purchasing clay material from Donald Sloan located at 1070 Anderson County Road 413.11: Consider and take action to have the Auditor's Office go out for bids on unrefined oil.12: Consider and take action to fix potholes in the parking lot of the Montalba Community Center that is a polling place for voting.13: Consider and take action on approving the annual contract with The Master's Touch to print and mail the 2025 Anderson County Tax Statements.14: Consider and take action on the 2026 County Silver Choice Retiree Medical Program (Post-65 Group Retiree Healthcare Program) Renewal.15: Consider and take action to accept the HAVA Sub-Grant Award.16: Consider and take action on Resolution Number R-09-2025 for the FY 26 Formula Grant Program.17: Consider and take action on FEMA Grant DR-4781 with Projects #766875 (ACR 2405 Temporary Road Repairs) and #755965 (ACR 404 Adding Culverts) and adopt the budget.18: Consider and take action on allowing the Auditor's Office to go out for bids for an Oil and Gas Lease for the property owned by Anderson County, at Stephen Crist Survey, Abstract 15, Block 907, Tract 5.19: Consider and take action on the Anderson County's Retirement 2026 plan year contribution rate of 13.11% that includes a one-time Employer Contribution of $500,000 to Texas County District Retirement System.20: Consider and take action on awarding bids for the following items for the year 2026: Asphalt treated road material, bituminous cold patch material, asphaltic concrete hot mix, high performance cold mix asphalt patch material, recycled asphalt product, bas21: Consider and take action on accepting the bid of 55,101.00 from Lake Country Chevrolet to replace the wrecked patrol truck, from unanticipated funds from insurance and auction proceeds.22: Consider and take action to purchase equipment from unanticipated insurance and auction proceeds to equip vehicles.23: Consider and take action to use unexpended SB22 funds and accepting the bid from Silsbee Ford in the amount of $49,270.25 to replace the Ford Explorer and equipment that was destroyed by a structure fire.24: Consider and take action to purchase equipment for Ford Explorers from unexpended SB22 funds that will be ordered for budget year 2026, to equip vehicles.25: Hear from Captain Choate and consider and take action on the replacement of the recreation yard AC unit by Palestine Air and Heat, in the amount of $22,761.37.26: Hear from Captain Choate and consider and take action on replacing the evaporator for the walk-in cooler and replacement for the walk-in freezer and condenser from East Texas Refrigeration, in the amount of $29,063.00.27: Consider and take action to extend the burn ban if one becomes necessary.9: Consider and take action on the replat of 1.86 acres located on FM 320 for John and Kimberly Donovan. (Part 2 of 2)2025-09-22 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Sep 22, 2025)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment4: Consent Agenda5: Consider and take action on Resolution Number R-07-2025 approving the reissuance of bonds by Tarrant County Cultural Education Facilities Finance Corporation on behalf of Christos Health to finance the cost of Health Facilities located in Anderson County,6: Consider and take action to accept the resignation of Kathleen Caston, a member of the Anderson County Child Welfare Board. Judge McKinney7: Consider and take action on Resolution Number R-08-2025 for the reappointment of Commissioner Greg Chapin to the Board of Directors of the Anderson County Central Appraisal District, to serve as Anderson County Representative for the 2026-2027 term. Judge8: Consider and take action to approve contract with Tyler Technologies for Enterprise Justice/Odyssey Saas. Judge McKinney9: Approve consolidation of Election Precincts for the upcoming Special Constitutional Amendment Election to be held November 4, 2025, per Chapter 42 Texas Election Code.10: Approve and appoint Presiding and Alternate Judges for County Election Precincts to a one year term beginning September 22, 2025, thru September 22, 2026; Texas Election Code 32.001, 32.002.12: Consider and take action to replat lots 19, 20 and 21 of Block 1 in the Oak River Phase 1 and an additional acre of 1.698, and rep lat lots 2 7 and 28 of Block 1 Oak River Common area. Commissioner Wilbanks11: Consider and take action concerning the unauthorized use of county property. Commissioner Chapin14: Consider and take action on the Liability Insurance Renewal Questionnaire for coverage from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026. Auditor Megan Lambright15: Consider and take action on the 2026 Worker's Compensation Program renewal with Texas Association of Counties. Auditor Megan Lambright16: Consider and take action on the purchase and installation of 4 new electric locks in the Couty Jail from Montgomery Technology Systems, LLC, in the amount of $14,176.80 to be paid from the Capital Outlay department. Sheriff Flores2025-09-08 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Sep 08, 2025)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment4: Consent Agenda5: Consider and authorize setting date of November 3, 2025 for a public hearing and publication of notice of such hearing in a newspaper of general circulation on the creation of an Enterprise zone to be known as Anderson County Enterprise ZonePham BESS for 6: Consider and take possible action to give notice to other taxing jurisdictions of tax abatement pursuant to Chapter 312, Texas Tax Code.7: Consider and take action to receive and file for the record documentation from the IT department 100% completion of Cyber-Security training by elected and appointed officials and County employees with a valid County e-mail accessing our computer system.8: Consider and take action on the purchase of a 2017 Dodge Diesel 4500 flatbed truck in the amount of $40,000 from KKS Auto for Road and Bridge Precinct 1.9: Consider and take action on the purchase of a 2012 Dodge Diesel 4500 service bed truck in the amount of $30,000 from Silver Star Motors for Road and Bridge Department Precinct 1.10: Consider and take action on the purchase of two trucks from Rick Hardy in the amount of $23,540 for Road and Bridge Department Precinct 3.11: Consider and take action on changes to the Rural Law Enforcement Grant (SB22) 2025 budgeted positions for the County Jail.12: Consider and take action on revising the Anderson County Purchasing Policies and Procedures Manual, with regard to raising the required bid limit to comply with Local Government Code 262.023.13: Consider and take action on the 2026 Health Insurance Renewal.14: Authorize the Auditor's Office to request bids for base stone, iron ore gravel, corrugated metal/polypropylene culvert pipe, road oil (refined) cracked fuel oil, asphalt treated road material, bituminous cold patch material, asphaltic concrete hot mix, hi15: Consider and take action on any changes to the FY 2026 Proposed Budget.16: Consider and take action to adopt the FY 2026 Budget.19: Consider and take action on Attorney's recommended changes to the architect's contract for the expansion building of the Agri-Life Extension Services, located at 519 N. Sycamore Street, Palestine, Texas, and possibly review plans.17: Consider and take action to adopt the FY 2025 Tax Rate which will fund the 2026 Budget.20: Consider and take action to reject the bid/expired contract on the Civic Center and consider the bidder with the next highest cash offer as required by LGC Sec. 263.008 (d) to purchase the building.2025-08-25 • SPECIAL SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Special Commissioners Court (Aug 25, 2025)
2025-08-25 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Aug 25, 2025)
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4: Consent Agenda1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum5: Consider and take action on the appointment of a member to the East Texas Council of Governments Board of Directors.6: Consider and take action on a policy change to the Commissioners Court Meeting dates calendar because of statutory changes to the Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code 551.043.7: Negotiate price for architect's fees and consider a contract with the selected architect to draft plans for the expansion building of the Agri-Life Extension Services, located at 519 N. Sycamore Street, Palestine, Texas.8: Consider and take action on changes to the Tax Assessor Collector's Office 2025 budget positions.9: Budget Workshop10: Consider and take action on any changes to the FY 2026 Proposed Budget.11: Conduct a Public Hearing on the FY 2026 Proposed Budget.2025-08-18 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Aug 18, 2025)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum4: Consent Agenda5: Consider and take action to approve the proposal for DRG Architects to move forward engaging Architexas as preservation architect consultant to develop a Courthouse master plan for the Anderson County Historical Courthouse, and submit it to the Texas Hist6: Negotiate price for architect's fees and consider a contract with the selected architect to draft plans for the expansion building of the Agri-Life Extension Services, located at 5 19 N. Sycamore Street, Palestine, Texas.7: Consider and t_ake action on an amended contract with Henderson Electric on the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP DR-4485) City of Elkhart Lift Station and City Hall Generators to include required FEMA Provisions.8: Consider and take action on an updated agreement between Anderson County and Nationwide Financial Services, Inc. for a Governmental 45 7(b) Plan.9: Consider and take action on approving the financing of a 2020 Caterpillar M315F Rubber Tire Excavator and authorize the County Judge to sign the loan documents.10: Consider and take action on the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles Imposition of Optional Fees for the calendar year 2026.11: Budget Workshop2025-08-11 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Aug 11, 2025)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum4: Consent Agenda5: Hear from Keith Loper of CASA and consider and take action on a budget request from CASA.6: Order the upcoming Special Election (Constitutional Amendments) held on November 4, 2025, according to Section 3.005 of the Texas Election Code.7: Consider and take action to accept the termination and/or expiration of ARPA-related contracts and reallocate unused funds to the remaining active contract.8: Consider and take action working with DRG Architects to do major repairs, update Courthouse master plan, and seek grant from Texas Historic Commission for repairs to the Anderson County Historic Courthouse.9: Conduct a Public hearing on lowering the speed limit of Anderson County Road 1515 from 60 miles per hour to 35 miles per hour.10: Consider and take action on lowering the speed limit on Anderson County Road 1515.11: Hear from Committee, consider and take action to select an architect from those who responded to Requests for Qualifications for the expansion building of the Agri-Life Extension Services, located at 519 N. Sycamore Street, Palestine, Texas.12: Consider and take action to correct the mileage on Anderson County Road 2412, which will end at the gate of Stephen Slater's property.13: Consider and take action on accepting a donation of $30,000.00 from Pinnacle Gas Treating, LLC for materials to be placed on top of the bridge and parts of Anderson County Road 2608.14: Discuss and take action to repair a driveway at 4880 Anderson County Road 448 as a result of backed up storm water, due to County culvert being stopped up with debris, causing wash-out.15: Consider and take action on the 2025 Proposed Tax Rate which will fund the 2026 Budget.16: Discuss and take action on setting the dates for the public hearings for the 2026 Budget and the 2025 Tax Rate.15: Items 17 - 192025-08-06 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Aug 06, 2025)
2025-07-28 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Jul 28, 2025)
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8: Consider and take action on the Sheriff's and Constable's fees for 2026. Sheriff Flores1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum2: Consent Agenda3: Consider and take action to approve an Emergency Budget Amendment(s) as authorized by Texas Local Government Code 111.070 (B) to do repairs/replacement of bridges or roads specifically washed out due to recent flooding, covered by the Emergency Disaster D4: Consider and take action on changes to the Child Welfare Board. Judge McKinney5: Consider and take action an amendment to the contract of the Civic Center, located at 1819 W. Spring Street, Palestine, Texas. Judge McKinney6: Consider and take action on Precinct 3. Road and Bridge Department to bid up to $170,000.00 with Auctioneer Express for equipment and obtain quotes for financing. Commissioner Wilbanks7: Hear from Committee, consider and take action to select an architect from those who responded to Requests for Proposals for the expansion building of the Agri-Life Extension Services, located at 519 N. Sycamore Street, Palestine, Texasresponded to Request2025-07-07 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Jul 07, 2025)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment4: Consent Agenda (Part 1 of 2)5: Consider and take action on an amendment to the contract of the sale of the Civic
6: Consider and take action on a 9-1-1 Interlocal Public Safety Answering Points (PSAP)Agreement which will begin September 1, 2025, and end August 31, 2027, betweenAnderson County and East Texas Council of Governments for the purpose ofdelivery of 9-1-1 Eme7: Consider and take action on an Interlocal Contract between Anderson County and
8: Consider and take action on lowering the speed limit on Anderson County Road1515 and set a public hearing for July 21, 2025.9: Consider and take action to accept the donation from Chris Hope with Energy
10: Consider and take action to correct mileage on Anderson County Road 3383. The
4: Consent Agenda (Part 2 of 2)11: Consider and take action to correct mileage on Anderson County Road 4361. The
12: Consider and take action on an increase to Road and Bridge Precinct 4 Capital
13: Consider and take action on approving a contract with Auctioneer Express which is
14: Consider and take action on the application and Resolution Number R-06-2025 for
15: Consider and take action on accepting the terms and conditions and submitting the
16: Consider and take action on replacing the substandard electrical panel in the
17: Consider and take action to declare a list of Sheriff's Office equipment surplus for
18: Consider and take action on declaring a list of IT equipment consisting of
19: Consider adjourning into Closed Session pursuant to Texas Government Code
20: Reconvene into Open Session.2025-06-30 • SPECIAL SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Special Commissioners Court (Jun 30, 2025)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum2: Consider and take action to approve an Emergency Budget Amendment(s) as authorized by Texas Local Government Code 111.070 (b) to do repairs/replacement of bridge or roads specifically washed out due to recent flooding covered by the Emergency Disaster Dec2025-06-23 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Jun 23, 2025)
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8: Consider and take action on an agreement between Anderson County and Tyler Technologies for Texas OCA Court Reminder ECR Report.1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum4: Consent Agenda5: Consider and take action to approve Quanah Production (Chris Seagler) to use the First Floor County Courtroom for movie scenes on the weekend of July 26 and 27, at the Anderson County Courthouse.6: Consider and take action on Resolution Number R-05-2025 supporting immediate federal action to combat the threat of the new world screwworm fly to livestock, wildlife, and the rural economy.7: Consider and take action to have Velvin and Weeks Consulting Engineers Inc. perform a Hydrology and Hydraulics study on Anderson County Road 1231 and Anderson County Road 334 for Precinct 3 Road and Bridge Department.9: Consider and take action to declare the following Sheriffs Office vehicles surplus for auction: 2016 Chevy Impala 2G1WD5E39G1161274 Asset # 305-400 and 2013 Dodge Charger 2C3CDXAT7DH570893 Asset # 305-389.10: Consider and take action as necessary for the sale of the Civic Center located at 1819 W. Spring Street, Palestine, Texas and payments for asbestos removal.11: Consider and take action to approve an Emergency Budget Amendment(s) as authorized by Texas Local Gov. Code 111.070 (b) to do repairs/ replacement of bridges or roads specifically washed out due to recent flooding covered by the Emergency Disaster Declara2025-06-12 • SPECIAL SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Special Commissioners Court (Jun 12, 2025)
2025-06-09 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Jun 09, 2025)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment4: Consent Agenda5: Consider and take action on the final plat for Oak River Estates, located on Anderson County Road 309 for Nate Spillman.6: Consider and take action on an amendment to the contract for the sale of the Civic Center, located at 1819 W. Spring Street, Palestine, Texas.7: Consider and take action to repair the overhead door at Precinct 1 Road and Bridge Department.8: Consider and take action to locate an Architect for the Agriculture Extension building, located at 519 North Sycamore Street.9: Consider and take action to start construction on the Annex Building for the Election Department.10: Consider and take action on Order Number 0-02-2025, allowing retail fireworks permit holders to sell fireworks to the public in celebration of Juneteenth, period beginning June 14 and ending at Midnight June 19, 2025.11: Consider and take action to declare the following Precinct 3 Road and Bridge Department vehicle surplus for auction: 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 - Asset #613119 VIN 1D7HA18NX3J610451.12: Consider and take action to declare surplus equipment and vehicles for Precinct 4 Road and Bridge Department to sell at auction.13: Consider and take action on authorizing the County Judge and the County Sheriff to sign a State Plan of Operation (SPO) between the State of Texas and the Anderson County Sheriff's Office for excess personal property and equipment.2025-06-04 • SPECIAL SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Special Commissioners Court (Jun 04, 2025)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Consider and take action to authorize the County Judge to file a request with the Neches & Trinity Valley Groundwater Conservation District for the purpose of contesting the granting of applications to drill 21 water wells for Red Town Ranch Holdings LLC,2: Consent Agenda2025-05-22 • SPECIAL SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Special Commissioners Court (May 22, 2025)
2025-05-19 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (May 19, 2025)
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4: Consent Agenda1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment5: Consider and take action to approve the final plat for Dogwood Lake LLC for Units 4 and 5, located on FM 323.7: Accept and file for record the Asbestos Abatement Clearance letter from ERi Consulting Inc, for the Palestine Civic Center.8: Consider and take action on approving a contract and fees with Fitzpatrick Architect or DRG Architects for architectural services, to create and design building plans for an addition to the Agriculture Extension Office for a training room/meeting room fac6: Consider and take action on an amendment to the contract for the sale of the Civic Center, located at 1819 W. Spring Street, Palestine, Texas.8: Consider and take action on approving a contract and fees with Fitzpatrick Architect or DRG Architects for architectural services, to create and design building plans for an addition to the Agriculture Extension Office for a training room/meeting room fac9: Consider and take action to purchase a 1987 Bros mixer/soil stabilizer for Precinct 3 Road and Bridge Department.10: Consider and take action to employ Source Transfer to transport material for $2,000.00 for Precinct 3 Road and Bridge Department, and Precinct 4 Road and Bridge Department will pay $500.00 of the $2,000.00.11: Consider and take action on a land use agreement to purchase sand from J2 Southern Land and Cattle LLC, located on Highway 155, Frankston, Texas.12: Consider and take action to pay Precision Terrain LLC to prepare the prep site to mix oil sand on property located on Highway 155, Frankston, Texas.13: Consider and take action to purchase security cameras for Precinct 3 Road and Bridge Department barn.14: Consider and take action to purchase a Seamax Seaman mixer/soil stabilizer from EcoEarth Construction.15: Consider and take action on the Unclaimed Capital Credits Allocation as authorized by Section 74.602 of the Texas Property Code.16: Consider and take action on the renewal quotes for property and mobile equipment schedules from Texas Association of Counties (TAC) for July 1, 2025 - July 1, 2026.2025-05-05 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (May 05, 2025)
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum4: Consent Agenda5: Consider and take action on a preliminary plat for Dogwood Lake Subdivision, Phases 4 and 5, located on FM 323.6: Consider and take action on a replat for Dogwood Lake Subdivision, Lots 3,4 and 42, located on FM 323.7: Consider and take action on approving an amendment to the contract for the sale of the Civic Center, located at 1819 W. Spring Street, Palestine, Texas.8: Consider and take action on Order Number O-01-2025 exempting the purchase of professional services from competitive bidding procedures, for architectural services for the design and plans of a building for the Agricultural Extension Office.9: Consider and take action on the purchase of equipment for Precinct 2 Road and Bridge Department from Ritchie Brothers Auction, up to $100,000.10: Consider and take action to build a helipad for Cayuga Volunteer Fire Department, with materials donated by the State of Texas for emergency medical response.11: Consider and take action to correct the mileage on Anderson County Road 4894.12: Consider and take action to enter into a contract with Velvin and Weeks Consulting Engineers, Inc. for a Hydrologic and Hydraulic (H & H) Analysis on Anderson County Road 404, Anderson County Road 406 and Private Road 8420, as requested by the Environment13: Consider and take action on a Service Agreement with Sylogist for the State Automated Victim Notification Service (SAVNS) Grant for FY 2026.14: Consider and take action on an interim COBRA Administration Agreement between Texas Association of Counties Health and Employee Benefits Pool (TAC HEBP) and Anderson County, effective May 1,2025, through the next renewal date.15: Consider and take action as necessary on the Sheriffs Office request to allow the sale of an issued ballistic vest deemed surplus to another county or a political subdivision in accordance with Tex. Loc. Gov't Code Ann. 263.152. The sell price will be det16: Accept a donation of $50.00 to the Anderson County Sheriffs Office from Charles Hannigan and Catherine Andres to be placed in the Reserve Officer Fund.17: Approve and record the transfer of three (3) wooden cabinets previously declared surplus by the Sheriffs Office to the Precinct #3 Commissioners Office.18: Consider and take action to approve a bid from Palestine Air & Heat, LLC to supply and install a replacement combination heating/cooling unit (C4) at the County Jail at a cost of $18,739.20.19: Declare the following Sheriffs Office vehicles as surplus and available for sale by auction; 2009 Chevrolet Impala VIN# 2G1WB57K491326449, asset# HRX5040 and 2016 Chevrolet Impala VIN# 2G1WD5E34G1100916, assettt PJM2661.2025-04-21 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Apr 21, 2025)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum4: Consent Agenda5: Consider and take action on the reappointment of Linda Bowser and Joe Tinsley to a two-year term on the Anderson Cherokee County Enrichment Services (ACCESS) Board of Trustees.6: Consider and take action to approve Anderson County's participation in the Texas Association of Counties Cyber Security training for employees and authorize Anderson County Judge to sign enrollment form.7: Hear an update on Response Master for Volunteer Fire Departments.8: Consider and take action on professional services for the Agri-Life Extension building.9: Consider and take action on buildings, facilities and staff placement. (Part 1 of 2)12: Consider and take action on the final plat for Wolf Trail Subdivision on Anderson County Road 425 for Brenda Elias.10: Consider and take action on the preliminary plat for Oak River Estates on Anderson County Road 309 for Nate Spillman.11: Consider and take action to allow Precinct 4 Road and Bridge to bid up to $70,000.00 for equipment at Rene Bates Auction.13: Consider and take action to enter into an Inter-Local Agreement with Freestone County to hold inmates at a rate of $50.00 per day. Freestone County Sherriff s Office will be responsible for all transportation and medical costs.9: Consider and take action on buildings, facilities and staff placement. (Part 2 of 2)2025-04-11 • SPECIAL SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Special Commissioners Court (Apr 11, 2025)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum2: Consent Agenda3: Consider and take action on a Commercial Trailer Lease Agreement between Anderson County and Brazos Trailer Manufacturing, LLC, for the lease of a 2026 Brazos 40' Pitboss Belly Dump Trailer for Precinct 3 Road and Bridge Department, and authorize the Coun2025-04-07 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Apr 07, 2025)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment4: Consent Agenda5: Consider and take action on the final plat for Edge-Water Shores Subdivision located on Anderson County Road 308 for Steve Burris.6: Consider and take action on a preliminary plat for Wolf Trail Subdivision located on Anderson County Road 425 for Brenda Elias.7: Consider and take action on the following contracts:8: Consider and take action on the re-appointment of Dr. Brandy Ricard Watson, M.D. as Anderson County's Local Health Authority.9: Consider and take action to pay $20.00 per hour for Anderson County Road and Bridge Department part-time employees.10: Consider and take action to declare equipment surplus to sell at auction.11: Consider and take action to return a John Deere Model 6220 tractor back into Precinct 2 Road and Bridge inventory and remove it from the sur;plus list.12: Consider and take action on a 5-year Master Agreement between Anderson County and i3-Software and Services, LLC (Net Data) for hosting and service of data for the 4 Justice of the Peace offices of Anderson County.13: Consider and take action on a price increase for meal services for the Anderson Jail from Five Star Correctional Services, effective May 1, 2025. This is based on a price re-determination for the Consumer Price Index for Urban Consumers.14: Worshop on buildings and facilities.15: Consider and take action on offer from Commercial Bank of Texas to approve the purchase/partial donation of real property located at 412 E. Lacy Street, Palestine, Texas (Legal description: Original Block 13, Lot 1, 4, 5A and 5B) to accommodate the needed2025-03-31 • SPECIAL SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Special Commissioners Court (Mar 31, 2025)
2025-03-24 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Mar 24, 2025)
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16: Consider and take action to declare the following Sheriffs Office vehicle surplus for auction: 1997 Ford Ambulance VIN 1FDLE40F0VHB29516. Sheriff Flores1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment4: Consent Agenda5: Consider and take action on the preliminary plat of Edge-Water Shores Subdivision located on Anderson County Road 308 for Steve Burris. Commissioner Mims6: Consider and take action on offer from Commercial Bank of Texas to approve the purchase/partial donation of real property located at 412 E. Lacy Street, Palestine, Texas (Legal description: Original Block 13, Lot 1, 4, 5A and 5B; to accommodate the needed7: Consider and take action to retain the law firm of Allision, Bass, and Magee, LLP, as legal counsel for assistance with subdivision regulations and authorize the County Judge to execute a retainer agreement for these services. Judge McKinney8: Consider and take action on a land use agreement with Manda Baker Sessions for sand, located on Anderson County Road 2405. Commissioner Mims9: Consider and take action on the oversight in the 2024 Budget for the principal and interest payment on lease equipment. Commissioner Wilbanks10: Consider and take action to move the unencumbered money from the previous year budget to 2025 Budget. Commissioner Wilbanks11: Consider and take action to approve Resolution Number R-03-2025 to oppose SB76 - Elimination of County-wide Polling Place Program and SB77, which eliminates the use of voting equipment and electronic poll books. Elections Casey Brown12: Consider and take action an authorizing the County Judge to sign the engagement letter with Pattillo, Brown, Hill for the 2024 fiscal year County audit. Auditor Megan Lambright13: Consider and take action on a Resolution Number R-04-2025 authorizing and approving execution of an equipment-lease purchase agreement with Cadence Equipment Finance, a division of Cadence Bank. Auditor Megan Lambright14: Consider and take action on an Addendum to Vonage Business Service Terms for Anderson County's phone system, and allow County Judge to sign contract Auditor Megan Lambright15: Consider and take action on Sheriffs Office request to increase the part-time hourly pay rate from $16.00 per hour for all part-time employees to the listed rates for the listed positions: Clerk=39,000 annually, $18.75 hourly. Suggested part-time rate=$1817: Consider and take action adopting an order to extend the burn ban for Anderson County, Texas.2025-03-10 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Mar 10, 2025)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment (Part 1 of 2)4: Consent Agenda5: Hear from Tonya Fuller with the Department of Family and Protective Services regarding Proclamation Number P-01-2025, proclaiming April 2025, to be Child Abuse Prevention Month in Palestine, Anderson County, Texas.6: Hear offer from Commercial Bank of Texas - Community President, Jessica Hawkins, and consider and take action to approve the purchase/partial donation of real property located at 412 E. Lacy Street, Palestine, Texas (Legal description: Original Block 13, 7: Consider and take action on approving the sale of the Civic Center property, located at 1819 W. Spring Street, Palestine, Texas, as authorized by the Texas Local Government Code Chapter 263, to the buyer produced by the broker (Landmark Realty, LLC) who s8: Consider and take action to purchase equipment for Precinct 1 Road and Bridge Department from Ritchie Brothers Auction, up to $100,000.00.9: Consider and take action on a plat for Holmes Haven for Gary Oliphant on Anderson County Road 2405.10: Consider and take action to declare equipment surplus for Precinct 2 Road and Bridge Department to sale at auction.11: Consider and take action on the financing of (3) three 2025 Mack Granite Dump Trucks for a (13) thirteen-month lease and authorize the County fudge to sign financing documents.12: Consider and take action to request renewal quotes on property and mobile equipment schedules from Texas Association of Counties for the period July 1,2025 -July 1,2026.3: Public Comment (Part 2 of 2)2025-02-24 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Feb 24, 2025)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment4: Consent Agenda5: Consider and take action on the final plat for Steve Trussell, Tanglewood Villas Subdivision, located off Anderson County Road 378.6: Hear a presentation from Truman Lamb, Anderson County Extension Agent, regarding current programs that impact Anderson County coordinated by Texas A&M Agri-Life Extension Office.7: Consider and take action to approve reimbursement to Slocum Volunteer Fire Department for the purchase of chainsaws, in the amount of $1,143.48, with approved ARPA funds.8: Consider and take action on an Agreement with Tarrant Regional Water District and Bar Constructors for the removal of road building materials, at no cost to Anderson County, to be used for road and bridge repairs.9: Consider and take action to declare a New Holland Loader coupler model LW130 Asset ID 613-22 as surplus.10: Consider and take action on authorizing the Auditor's Office to apply for a new Grant Contract with the Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) for Title IV-E Child Welfare Services.11: Consider and take action to award the bid on Dump Truck Beds for Precinct 1 Road and Bridge Department.12: Consider and take action on transferring a Sheriffs Department 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 pickup, VIN 3GCPCREAODG266907, Asset #305-208, to Anderson County Road and Bridge Precinct 3.13: Consider and take action on revising the Anderson County Credit Card Policy. Auditor Megan Lambright14: Consider and take action on an Agreement with Pace Payment Systems for the Justice of the Peace Precinct 2, collection of fines and fees through Net Data. Auditor Megan Lambright2025-02-10 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Feb 10, 2025)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment4: Consent Agenda5: Consider and take action on Anderson County Court at Law Court Reporter's compensation.6: Consider and take action on the budget for purchases and the equipping of new Sheriffs Office vehicles.7: Consider and take action on a corrected annual contract with Montalba Volunteer Fire Department.8: Consider and take action on a preliminary plat for Steve Trussell located on Private Road 8835.9: Consider and take action on a replat for Bobby Seat located on U S Highway 287.10: Consider and take action on a land use agreement with Kenneth Flowers, located on Anderson County Road 435, purchasing clay for $2.00 per cubic yard.11: Consider and take action on a land use agreement with Andrew Dees located on Anderson County Road 312.12: Consider and take action on a land use agreement with Elizabeth Miller located on Anderson County Road 3383 for iron ore gravel.13: Consider and take action to declare three (3) dump trucks surplus, to sell at auction.14: Consider and take action to allow Commissioner Precinct 4 to purchase equipment up to $75,000 from Rene Bates Auction.15: Consider and take action on authorizing the Auditor's Office to apply for FY26 Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Grant and approve Resolution Number R-01-2025.16: Consider and take action on authorizing the Auditor's Office to apply for FY26 Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Grant and approve Resolution Number R-02-2025.17: Consider and take action to approve the following Senate Bill 22 Grant Agreements:18: Consider and take action on engaging with CapRisk Consulting to provide an actuarial evaluation for the FY 2024 Audit regarding the Other Post-Employment Benefits.19: Consider and take action on authorizing the Auditor's Office to go out for bids for a thirteen (13) month, one payment lease/purchase, on three (3) new Mack Dump Trucks for Anderson County Road and Bridge Precincts 3 and 4.20: Consider and take action on transferring Precinct 2 Constable Reserve vehicle, VIN: 2FAFP71W0YX2088223 Asset #302-4 to Precinct 2 Road and Bridge Department.2025-01-27 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Jan 27, 2025)
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17: Consider and take action to replace the convection oven in the Anderson County Jail kitchen.
1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment4: Consent Agenda5: Hear from Judge Jeff Doran and consider action on County Court at Law Court Reporter compensation.
6: Consider and take action on changing the polling site of Box 21, from 1819 W. Spring Street (Civic Center) back to Lone Pine Baptist Church located at 299 N. U S Highway 287, Palestine, Texas.
7: Consider and take action on appointing the Salary Grievance Committee as required by Section 151.014 Local Government Code.
8: Consider and take action on approving the financing of a used John Deere 6330 Premium Tractor and authorize the County Judge to sign the loan documents.
9: Consider and take action to capitalize expenses that were paid out of Dogwood Park line in budget year 2024 for the Dogwood Park storage project.
10: Consider and take action on the purchase of a new postage machine, due to the current machine will be decertified by the US Postal Service in 2025.
11: Consider and take action on changes to the Personnel Policy in regard to:
12: Consider and take action on declaring the District Attorney's Office Canon IR 400iF Serial # QLA41642, Asset # 204-82 as surplus for auction.
13: Consider and take action on the purchase of a Canon IR ADV DX 529iF copier for the District Attorney's Office.
14: Consider and take action on declaring the following Sheriffs Office vehicle surplus for auction: 2018 Dodge Charger VIN 2C3CDXAG3JH295344, Asset # 305-494.
15: Consider and take action on changes to the Tax Assessor Collector's Office 2025 budgeted positions.
16: Consider and take action to replace the existing intercom system in the Anderson County Jail due to aging and malfunction.
18: Consider and take action on repairing five different heat exchangers on five different units that control the Jail heat on the roof of the Jail.
19: Discuss and take action approve a land use agreement for Commissioner Pet. 4 to purchase sand, mix oil sand, store road materials, and dispose of excess dirt.
20: Discuss and take action to request quotes for dump truck beds for Commissioner Pet. 1 Road and Bridge department.
2025-01-27 • SPECIAL SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Special Commissioners Court (Jan 27, 2025)
2025-01-13 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Jan 13, 2025)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment5: Conduct a Public Hearing to consider and act upon an amendment to the previously approved Tax Abatement Agreement between BT Brotherson Storage, LLC, pursuant to the provisions of the Property Redevelopment and Tax Abatement Act, Chapter 312 of the Texas 6: Consider and take action on an amendment of an existing Tax Abatement Agreement with BT Brotherton Storage, LLC, seeking to amend certain job requirements, and providing for additional payments to Anderson County, pursuant to Chapter 312 of the Texas Tax 7: Review and have discussion on updating Anderson County's Subdivision Rules and Regulations with General Counsel.4: Consent Agenda8: Consider and take action on an agreement with American Fire Protection Group to replace damaged alarm panel and authorize County Judge to sign agreement. Judge McKinney9: Consider and take action to approve the annual renewal Carrier maintenance agreement for all air and heat units at the Anderson County Courthouse Annex. Judge McKinney10: Consider and take action on a Land Use Agreement between Commissioner Precinct 3 Road and Bridge and Or. Barry James, to reroute the flow of water to alleviate erosion on ditches at Anderson County Road 377, and authorize County Judge to sign agreement. C11: Consider and take action to authorize Commissioner Precinct 3 to purchase a tractor up to $50,000.00, to be paid from Precinct 3 Road and Bridge Capital Outlay budget and obtain quotes for financing. Commissioner Wilbanks12: Consider and take action to allow Precinct 4 to submit a bid up to $75,000.00 for equipment at Rene Bates Auction. Commissioner Hill13: Approve all new and renewed bonds for Elected/Appointed Officials and other appointments and take action as necessary. Auditor Megan Lambright14: Consider and approve a contract with Landmark Realty for brokerage services for the Civic Center property located at 1819 W. Spring Street, Palestine, Texas, and allow the County Judge to sign contract. Auditor Megan Lambright15: Consider and take action to declare the following items no longer used by Constable Precinct 4, as surplus, to be sold at auction or destroyed: Motorola Mobile Vehicle Radio, Kenwood Handheld Radio w/ battery and charger, JVC Digital Video Camera, Sony Mi2024-12-30 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Dec 30, 2024)
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20: Consider and take action on awarding the Real Estate Brokerage Services for the recent requests for proposals for the sale of the Civic Center property.19: Consider and take action to approve an addendum to the contract of the Cayuga Volunteer Fire Department to allow Precinct 4 Commissioner to fix a large hole in the driveway of the Cayuga Volunteer Fire Department.1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment4: Consent Agenda5: Consider and take action on the final plat of Sandflat Subdivision located on FM 323 for Tommy and Dawn Duke.6: Hear from DRG Architects and consider and take action to approve a contract with Emmanuel Stained Glass Studio, Inc. to repair and do restoration to the stained-glass dome in the historical Anderson County Courthouse.7: Hear from David Franklin Chairman of Anderson County Historical Commission and take action to approve the reappointment/appointment of Board Members and Officers.8: Consider and take action on authorizing Constable Doug Lightfoot to purchase his service weapon, originally purchased in October of 2021 for $607.66, serial number BUWR660 Glock 41 Gen 4, asset 302-16, from Anderson County, per Local Government Code 614.09: Consider and take action on receiving and recording in the minutes the appointment of Doug Lightfoot as a Reserve Deputy for Constable Precinct 2, effective January 1, 2025.10: Consider and take action to approve reimbursement to Frankston Volunteer Fire Department in the amount of $2,557.09, for the purchase of Thermal Imaging Cameras with approved ARPA funds.11: Consider and take action on a proposal from U S Imaging Inc. to scan Patent Record Books for the County Clerk’s Office, on-site with Document Indexing Services, to be paid from County Clerk Records Archive.12: Consider and take action on a Memorandum of Understanding between Anderson County and the University of Texas at Tyler (Palestine Campus) which calls for both authorities to establish and maintain a coordinated program for enhancing Emergency Operations P13: Consider and take action on a Memorandum of Understanding between Anderson County and Frankston Rural Water Supply Company to obligate the remaining ARPA funds for their generator project.14: Discuss and take action on the existing contracts obligated with ARPA funds.15: Discuss and take action on the ARPA funds not under contract by 12/31/2024.16: Consider and take action on the employee incentive pay of $1,500.00 for Holly Black and Truman Lamb.17: Consider and take action to purchase equipment from an auction for Precinct 2 Road and Bridge Department.18: Consider and take action on a laptop for Precinct 3 County Barn.2024-12-09 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Dec 09, 2024)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum4: Consent Agenda22: Consider and take action on awarding the bid for iron ore gravel for the year 2025.23: Consider and take action on declaring the following Sheriffs Office cars surplus for auction:5: Hear a presentation from Brian Alston of the American Legion, recognizing their choice for Law Enforcement Officers of the Year.6: Consider and take action to order the establishment of an Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) System for Anderson County and approve Resolution Number R-14-2024.7: Hear from Truman Lamb, Anderson County Ag Extension Agent, regarding the introduction of Angela Hemphill, the new Anderson County Extension Agent 4-H, and take action as necessary.8: Hear a presentation from Rhonda Anderson of Charter Communications to ensure an open line of communication between Anderson County and Charter is established once building in the County begins.9: Consider and take action on the final plat for Kirkpatrick Subdivision, located on Anderson County Road 146.10: Consider and take action on the preliminary plat for Tommy and Dawn Duke, located on FM 323.11: Consider and take action on a Memorandum of Understanding between Anderson County and LaPoynor Independent School District, which calls for both authorities to establish and maintain a coordinated program for enhancing Emergency Operations Planning Respon12: Consider and take action to participate in the Kroger Opioid Settlement and authorize the County Judge to execute Participation and Release form.13: Consider and take action on approving reimbursement to Elmwood Volunteer Department for emergency lights, accessories for UTV, skid unit and installation, in the amount of $8,814.50 with approved American Rescue Plan Act funds.14: Consider and take action on approving the purchase of fire gear, gloves, and boots for Montalba Volunteer Fire Department with approved ARPA funds of $6,810.71. The remaining amount owed on the purchase is to be paid by Montalba Volunteer Fire Department,15: Consider and take action on making a change to the 2025 Commissioners Court calendar.16: Consider and take action on Tyler Technologies Contract Amendment for additional licenses and the installation of Anderson County's Judge's Bench program.17: Consider and take action to purchase equipment at Ritchie Brother's Auction, up to $250,000.00 for Precinct 1 Road and Bridge Department.18: Consider and take action to purchase equipment at Ritchie Brother's Auction, for Precinct 2 Road and Bridge Department.19: Receive salary changes from District Attorney, Allyson Mitchell, with Senate Bill 22 Grant funds and adopt budget amendment numbers 134 amdl35.20: Receive and record in Commissioner Court minutes changes to the United States Department of Labor's final rule on salary level total annual compensation for Exempt employees due to federal court ruling.21: Consider and take action on awarding the Real Estate Brokerage Services for the recent requests for proposals for the Civic Center property.24: Consider and take action on approving up to $10,000 for the Sheriffs Office to purchase a crime scene trailer out of existing budgeted funds.2024-11-18 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Nov 18, 2024)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment4: Consent Agenda5: Hear a presentation from Gary Adams with DRG Architects and Dennis Harmon of Emmanuel Stained Glass Studios, Inc. on repairs and restoration, after on site inspection and evaluation of the stained-glass dome for the Anderson County Historic Courthouse.6: Consider and take action to approve an order to enter into a contract to do repairs and restoration to the stained-glass dome in the historic Anderson County Courthouse, authorized by the Texas Local Government Code Section 262.024 (a) (3) to grant the di7: Consider authorizing DRG Architects working with Emmanuel-Stained Glass Studios, Inc. to draft a contract and a detailed scope of work with a quote, to repair and renovate the stained-glass dome at the historical Anderson County Courthouse, to be reviewed8: Canvass votes for November 5, 2024, General Election and take action as necessary.9: Consider and take action on renewing a donated office space agreement between Anderson County, the donor, and the Honorable Cody Harris, a Member of the House of Representatives of Texas. The address of the donated office space property is 519 N. Sycamore10: Consider and take action on a preliminary plat for Kirpatrick Subdivision located at 730 Anderson County Road 146, Palestine, Texas, 75801.11: Consider and take action on the preliminary plat for Harvest Woods Subdivision located on Anderson County Road 195, Elkhart, Texas, 75839. (Part 1 of 2)12: Hear a presentation from Cody Wilson concerning fireworks during burn ban with no action taken.13: Receive the appraisal and consider and take action on the invoice from Stream Appraisal for the property located at 1819 W. Spring Street, Palestine, Texas.14: Consider and take action to replat property for Charles and Laura Russell located at 6105 Anderson County Road 370.15: Consider and take action to allow Craig Robinson to build bird houses to place at Davey Dogwood Park, to receive his Eagle Scout Badge.16: Consider and take action to purchase a 40-foot shipping container to be delivered to Davey Dogwood Park for the price of $3,000.00.17: Review Anderson County's Investment Policy and consider and take action on adopting Resolution Number R-13-2024.11: Consider and take action on the preliminary plat for Harvest Woods Subdivision located on Anderson County Road 195, Elkhart, Texas, 75839. (Part 2 of 2)2024-11-12 • SPECIAL SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Special Commissioners Court (Nov 12, 2024)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum2: Consent Agenda3: Consider and take action on the purchase of a 2018 Peterbilt Haul Truck from Ritchie Brothers Auction in Houston, Texas, for Precinct 1 Road and Bridge Department.4: Consider and take action on Resolution Number R-12-2024 authorizing the submission of a Texas Community Development Block Grant Program Application to the Texas Department of Agriculture for the Community Development Fund.5: Consider and take action to declare a 2003 Freightliner Model FL 70 and 8210 Ford Tractor with cab as salvage.6: Consider and take action on the FFATA Certification and Budget for the Title IV-E County Child Welfare Services Contract for FY 2025.7: Consider and take action on approving requested renewal invoice amount on property and mobile equipment schedules for July 1, 2024-June 30, 2025, from Texas Association of Counties.8: Consider and take action on the Texas Association of Counties Risk Management Liability coverage rate for 2025.9: Consider and take action on allowing the County Judge to sign the new updated lease agreement with Belco Ice, LLC.10: Consider and take action on allowing the Anderson County Jail to add an additional dumpster from the City of Palestine.2024-11-04 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Nov 04, 2024)
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20: Hold a public hearing to close 2/10 of a mile of road at the end of ACR 2906.21: Consider and take action to close 2/10 of a mile of road at the end of ACR 2906.1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum4: Consent Agenda6: Hear from PEDC Director, Christoph Trahan regarding Strategic Plan and approve a resolution of support.7: Consider and take action on a quote for the County Courtroom to upgrade the audio/visual system for the county clerk minutes and court proceedings with current budgeted funds.8: Consider and take action on approving the 2025 Anderson County Commissioner Court regular meeting dates.9: Consider and take action on the 2025 County Holiday calendar schedule.10: Consider and take action on Resolution Number R-10-2024 for the FY 2025 Formula Grant Program.11: Consider and take action on the East Texas Council of Governments FY 2025 Regional Juvenile Evaluation Services for Juvenile Contract.12: Consider and take action on declaring the following Sheriffs Department vehicles as surplus for auction: 2018 Dodge Charger VIN 2C3CDXAG1JH295343 Asset 305-491 2018 Dodge Charger VIN 2C3CDXAG4JH145419 Asset 305-490 2018 Chevrolet Impala VIN 2G1WD5E3XG110013: Consider and take action on an expenditure up to a certain amount for the Employee Recognition Lunch.11: Items 14 & 1518: Consider and take action to approve agreement changes with East Texas Alarm service for the fire alarm at Anderson County Courthouse Annex.19: Evaluate current rainfall over the weekend, and fire conditions; and consider and take action to lift the Burn Ban.22: Consider and take action to replat lots 31 and 32 in Town Creek Estates No. 1 into 2 lots 31R and 32R for Mike and Tawn Brown.23: Consider and take action to replat lot 17 in the Oak Crest Estates Sec. II into 2 lots 17R-1 and 17R-2 for Trinidad and Patricia Muniz.17: Consider and take action on awarding bids for base stone, iron ore gravel, corrugated metal culver pipe, road oil (refined) cracked fuel oil, asphalt treated road material, bituminous cold patch material, asphaltic concrete hot mix, high performance cold 2024-10-21 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Oct 21, 2024)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum4: Consent Agenda5: Consider and take action to decide method of selection of members for the Anderson County Salary Grievance Committee required by Texas Local Government Code Section 152.014 and 152.015.6: Consider and take action to close 2/10 of a mile at the end of Anderson County Road 2906.7: Adjourn into Closed Session pursuant as authorized by Texas Government Code 551.072 to discuss the County's potential to sale or exchange real estate and/or the value of real estate per Texas Local Government Code 551.072 Deliberations regarding Real Prop8: Reconvene into Open Session9: Consider and take action to discuss a decision made on real property located at 1819 West Spring Street, Palestine, Texas.2024-10-07 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Oct 07, 2024)
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14: Consider and take action on the 2025 Worker's Compensation Program renewal.15: Consider and take action on the 2025 County Silver Choice Retiree Medical Program (Post-65 Group Retiree Healthcare Program) Renewal.1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum4: Consent Agenda5: Hear a presentation from Elkhart FFA AG Issues Team and Natalie Richmond.8: Consider and take action on awarding the bid for Anderson County Road and Bridge Department Precinct 2 reclaimer.6: Hear presentation from Pattillo, Brown & Hill, LLP on the FY 2023 Audit for Anderson County and take action as necessary.7: Consider and take action on extending the Burn Ban for Anderson County.9: Consider and take action on Precinct 3 Road and Bridge Department taking their equipment to Career Day at Neches Elementary School on October 10, 2024.10: Consider and take action on authorizing the purchase of a 2019 Ford F350 Truck for Precinct 4 Road and Bridge Department.11: Consider and take action on participating in the State Automated Victim Notification Service (SAVNS) Maintenance Grant for FY 2025, with the Office of the Attorney General and adopt the VINE Grant Budget (BA 91).12: Consider and take action on a Service Agreement with Appriss for the State Automated Victim Notification Service (SAVNS) Grant for FY 2025.13: Consider and take action to accept the FY 2025 Violence Against Women Act Grant and adopt the VAWA Budget (BA 90).16: Authorize the Auditor's Office to request bids for base stone, iron ore gravel, corrugated metal/polypropylene culvert pipe, road oil (refined) cracked fuel oil, asphalt treated road material, bituminous cold patch material, asphaltic concrete hot mix, hi17: Consider and take action if necessary to replace the current aging duty pistols with new Glock weapon systems and accept the quote from GT Distributors state contract pricing, in the amount of $53,004.50.2024-09-23 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Sep 23, 2024)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum4: Consent Agenda5: Consider and take possible action on approval of an Economic Development project previously approved by the City of Palestine, Texas, pursuant to Chapter 381, Texas Local Government Code, with Callizo Aromas LLC, and Perfect Life TX LLC.6: Consider and take action on approving Resolution Number R-09-2024, in "Consideration of assignment of Private Activity Bond Authority to issue single family bonds to Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs".7: Consider approval of up to two Election Clerks for the November 5,2024, General Election for each polling place.8: Consider and take action on creating handicap parking spaces at two polling sites: Box 9 Tucker Community Center (Green Bay) and Box 17 DAV Post on Gardner Drive.9: Consider and take action on awarding a bid for the approved Hazard Mitigation Grant with the City of Elkhart for generators.10: Consider and take action on using existing unused salary funds within the Sheriffs Office 2024 Budget, along with general fund contingency funds to pay salary increases up to the approved salaries in the FY2025 Budget, using SB 22 funds for licensed Deput11: Adjourn into Closed Session pursuant as authorized by Texas Government Code 551.072 to discuss the County's potential to purchase, lease, sale or exchange of real estate and/or the value of the real estate per Texas Local Government Code 551.072. Delibera12: Reconvene into Open Session13: Consider and take action on contracts to purchase the following real property as negotiated by Judge McKinney with authorization from Commissioners Court on August 26, 2024, (Original Block 12 Lot 8A & 9 - 502 N. Perry Street, /Original Block 12 Lot 8B - 14: Consider and take action on Priority Purchase Right by a Governmental Entity from Texas Department of Transportation for property located at State Highway 294 and Anderson County Road 1241.2024-09-09 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Sep 09, 2024)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum4: Consent Agenda5: Hear from Christoph Trahan and take action to acknowledge a project of the Palestine Economic Development Corporation, to take place in Anderson County.6: Consider and take action on Resolution Number R-08-2024 authorizing County Grant Program Year 2025 for the Meals on Wheels of Palestine, Inc. Judge McKinney7: Consider and take action regarding video and security at the Anderson County Courthouse Annex.8: Consider and take action on a one-time incentive retention pay for current full-time employees in the amount of $1,000.00 from the American Rescue Plan Act Funds, to be issued with the first regular payroll in the month of December 2024. Commissioner Chap9: Consider and take action to allow Precinct 2 Road and Bridge Department to purchase a Bomag Reclaimer, up to $140,000.00 at auction. Commissioner Mims10: Consider and take action to allow the Auditor's Office to go out for bids on a used SN 250 Bomag Reclaimer. Commissioner Mims11: Consider and take action to allow Precinct 2 Road and Bridge Department to purchase equipment at auction. Commissioner Mims12: Consider and take action on the Third Amendment Agreement for leasing the Neches Site #98705 Tower with American Towers, Inc. Auditor Megan Lambright13: Consider and take action to accept the FY25 Victims of Crime Act Grant Award and adopt the VOCA Budget. (Budget Amendment 82) Auditor Megan Lambright14: Consider and take action on the Liability Insurance renewal Questionnaire for Coverage from January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025. Auditor Megan Lambright15: Consider and take action on the 2025 Health Insurance Renewal. Auditor Megan Lambright16: Consider and take action on a contract between Anderson County and TRIEDATA for certifying and delivering electronic certified official records and court records, CLERK E-CERTIFY, to be paid out of the County Clerk Records Management Budget. County Clerk 17: Consider and take action on approving the annual contract with The Master's Touch to print and mail the 2024 Anderson County Tax Statements. Tax Assessor Collector Margie Grissom18: Consider and take action on ordering a VHF mobile radio for the Frankston Volunteer Fire Department, in the amount of $3,922.57, to be paid with American Rescue Plan Act Funds.19: Consider and take action on using existing funds within the Sheriffs Office 2024 Budget to fund the pay adjustments that were approved for licensed Deputies and Jailers in the FY2025 Budget, beginning 9/16/2024. Sheriff Flores2024-08-26 • SPECIAL SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Special Commissioners Court (Aug 26, 2024)
2024-08-26 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Aug 26, 2024)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum2: Additional Item4: Consent Agenda5: Hear from Ashley Cureton-Whitfleld from Texas Association of Counties regarding possible adoption of a Health Incentive Program for employees and take action as necessary.6: Conduct a Public Hearing on the proposed Anderson County PACE Program.7: Consider and take possible action on a Resolution to Establish the Anderson County PACE Program.9: Consider and take action to approve the revised Southern Health Partners contract for the County Jail, health and medical services for County inmates.10: Consider and take action on any changes to the FY 2025 Proposed Budget. (Part 1 of 3)11: Conduct a Public Hearing on the FY 2025 Proposed Budget.12: Consider and take action to adopt the FY 2025 Budget. (Part 1 of 2)13: Conduct a Public Hearing on the FY 2024 Tax Rate which will fund the FY 2025 Budget.14: Consider and take action to adopt the FY 2024 Tax Rate which will fund the FY 2025 Budget.15: Consider and take action on ratifying the property tax increase reflected in the FY 2025 Budget.16: Consider and take action on approving moving building repair expenditures in the amount of $23,801.00 from the General Fund to the Local Assistance Consistency Fund.18: Consider and take action on closing the County Shop and transferring all the inventory, including the lease of the ice machine from Lightfoot Air Conditioning, to Precinct 2 Road and Bridge Department.19: Consider and take action on adding two phones to the FirstNet bill for the Elections Department. (Budget Amendment 73)20: Consider and take action on allowing the Auditor's office to go out for bids for the approved Hazard Mitigation Grant with the City of Elkhart for generators.21: Consider and take action on accepting Anderson County Road 1890 into the County Road System for Precinct 1 Road and Bridge department. (Part 1 of 2)12: Consider and take action to adopt the FY 2025 Budget. (Part 2 of 2)22: Consider and take action on authorizing Precinct 2 Road and Bridge to bid on a reclaimer at Ritchie Brothers Auction.21: Consider and take action on accepting Anderson County Road 1890 into the County Road System for Precinct 1 Road and Bridge department. (Part 2 of 2)23: Consider and take action on declaring a 1994 Chevrolet Extended Cab Vi ton Pickup VIN #1GCGC29KXRE306595 surplus to sell at auction for Precinct 3 Road and Bridge department.24: Consider and take action to purchase a boom axe for Precinct 4 Road and Bridge Department.10: Consider and take action on any changes to the FY 2025 Proposed Budget. (Part 2 of 3)25: According to Texas Election Codes, Section 32.002, Appoint Election Presiding fudges and Alternate Judges from the names that appear on the "Order of Appointment" for a one year term.29: Adjourn into Closed Session pursuant as authorized by Texas Government Code 551.072 to discuss the County's potential to purchase, lease, sale or exchange of real estate and/or the value of the real estate per Texas Local Government Code 551.072 Deliberat30: Reconvene into Open Session10: 10. Consider and take action on any changes to the FY 2025 Proposed Budget. (Part 3 of 3)31: Consider and take action to make an offer on the following real property (Original Block 12 Lot 8A & 9 - 502 N. Perry Street, /Original Block 12 Lot 8B - 514 N. Perry Street/Original Block 12 Lot 1, 4&5 - 520 N. Perry Street), and to appoint Judge McKinne26: Consider and take action on entering into an agreement with Tyler Technologies for a Defendant payment access application.27: Consider and take action on the 2025 Sheriffs and Constable's fees.2024-08-19 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Aug 19, 2024)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment4: Consent Agenda5: Consider and take action to approve an Interlocal Agreement between Anderson County and Anderson County Adult Probation for IT computer services.6: Consider and take action on the purchase of a Batwing mower for Precinct 2 Road and Bridge Department.7: Consider and take action on declaring a (Lee Boy Lay Down machine) and a (trailer) as surplus to sell at auction.8: Consider and take action to lower the speed limit on Anderson County Road 3582 from 60 mph to 30 mph. (Public Hearing conducted on August 12, 2024, at Regular Commissioners Court Meeting).9: Budget Workshop10: Discuss and take action on any changes to the 2025 Proposed Budget.2024-08-12 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Aug 12, 2024)
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11: Consider and take action on the Texas Department Motor Vehicles Imposition of Optional Fees for the year 2025.9: Consider and take action on using American Rescue Plan Act Funds to pay $760,000.00 of jail medical expenditures in 2024 to Southern Health Partners and $402,978.20 for jail meals to Five Star Correctional Services.10: Consider and take action on using American Rescue Plan Act Funds to pay $675,000.00 of jail medical expenditures in 2025 to Southern Health Partners and $125,000.00 of jail meals to Five Star Correctional Services. (Contracts approved in Commissioners Cou1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment4: Consent Agenda5: Consider and take possible action on a Resolution of Intent to establish the Anderson County PACE Program and set a Public Hearing.6: Discuss and take action on a one-time Employer Contribution of $250,000.00 to Texas County District Retirement System for the 2024 Budget and approve the Anderson County's retirement 2025 plan year contribution rate of 13.11%. (Budget Amendment #67)7: Discuss and take action on a contract between Anderson County and Southern Health Partners for the County Jail health and medical services for County inmates.8: Consider and take action on a one-time incentive retention pay for each of the current full-time Anderson County employees in the amount of $1,000.00 and $500.00 to regular part-time employees to be paid with American Rescue Plan Act Funds, to be issued w12: Consider and take action on approval for reimbursement to Tennessee Colony Volunteer Fire Department in the amount of $75.76 for batteries and charger (radio equipment) with approved ARPA funds.13: Consider and take action on repairing a driveway on Range Road.14: Consider and take action on repairing a culvert on Anderson County Road 185 outside of the right of way.15: Consider and take action on awarding the bid for Road and Bridge Precinct 2 reclaimer.16: Consider and take action to declare equipment for Precinct 2 Road and Bridge surplus to be sold at auction.17: Hold a public hearing to lower the speed limit on Anderson County Road 3582 from 60 mph to 35 mph.18: Consider and take action on rescinding an inventory transfer voted on June 24, 2024, in Commissioners Court, moving a Bob Cat Gas Welder and an Ingersoll Rand Air Compressor from Precinct 3 Road and Bridge to Precinct 4 Road and Bridge.19: Consider and take action on a wire transfer in the amount of $6,044,797.60 to establish an escrow account and the cost of issuance to defease the Series 2021 Certificates of Obligation.20: Consider and take action on creating a mechanic position in Road and Bridge Precinct 2 with excess payroll funds from the County Shop, and transferring $10,000.00 of operating budget from the Shop to Road and Bridge Precinct 2 construction materials. (Bud21: Consider and take action on declaring the following Sheriffs Office items surplus for auction: 2018 4 Door Dodge Charger VIN 2C3DXAG7JH295346 Asset # 305-492 Various pieces of work-out equipment Frigidaire dehumidifier, paper shredder, wooden lockers, Com22: Order the General Election for Anderson County's Local Officers, November 5,2024, in accordance with TX Election Code, Sec. 3.00423: Authorize the Anderson County Judge to sign and approve Standard Interlocal Agreements for Local Entities requesting Election Services during the November 5, 2024, General Election.24: Consider and take action on the 2024 Proposed Tax Rate which will fund the 2025 Budget.25: Discuss and take action on setting the dates for public hearings for the 2025 Budget and the 2024 Tax Rate.26: Budget Workshop27: Discuss and take action on any changes to the 2025 Proposed Budget.2024-08-07 • SPECIAL SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Special Commissioners Court (Aug 07, 2024)
2024-08-06 • SPECIAL SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Special Commissioners Court (Aug 06, 2024)
2024-07-26 • SPECIAL SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Special Commissioners Court (Jul 26, 2024)
2024-07-22 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Jul 22, 2024)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum3: Public Comment4: Consent Agenda5: Consider and take action on entering into an End User Agreement with FEMA for the "Disaster Recovery Center" at the Anderson County Courthouse Annex Rooms 103 and 103A.6: Consider and take action on accepting Public Assistance funding from FEMA.7: Consider and take action on the annual contracts between Anderson County and Frankston Library and Frankston Museum.8: Consider and take action on entering into an Interlocal Agreement between Anderson County Pet. 3 Road and Bridge and Neches Independent School District to repair and repave 1000 feet of the driveway at Neches High School and make it 22 feet wide.9: Consider and take action to approve a new member Kathleen Caston to the child welfare board.10: Discuss and take action on video cameras, door locks and other security at the Courthouse Annex located at 703 N. Mallard, Palestine, Texas.11: Discuss and take action on having the County Auditor's office go out for bids on a used reclaimer for Precinct. 2 road and bridge.12: Consider and take action on a contract with Revolution Data Systems for a civil minute's records digitization and preservation project to be paid with Records Preservation Funds.2024-07-08 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Jul 08, 2024)
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13: Discuss and take action on accepting the petition to lower the speed limit on Anderson County Road 3582.14: Discuss and take action on entering into an interlocal agreement with Neches Independent School District to repair and repave 1000 feet for the driveway and make it 22 feet wide.1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum9: Discuss and take action on purchasing a John Deere 6105E Cab Tractor with a John Deere FC 15M Flex Wing Rotary Cutter from King Ranch Ag & Turf.4: Consent Agenda5: Hear a presentation from Palestine Economic Development Corporation and Callizo Aromas, LLC in reference to a 381 Agreement related to an economic development project, and consider and take action on a Retainer Agreement with Allison Bass and Magee, LL.P.6: Hear a presentation from Anderson County Youth Livestock Association, Rodeo Arena Preservation and Restoration, to request funding to replace arena lighting and wiring to prepare for upcoming rodeo(s) and take action as necessary.7: Discuss and take action on a resolution authorizing the defeasance of Series 2021 Certificates of Obligation.8: Discuss and take action on an agreement for arbitrage rebate compliance services with Hilltop Securities Asset Management, LLC for the Series 2020 Unlimited Tax Road Bond and Series 2021 Certificates of Obligation.10: Discuss and take action to pre-approve purchases up to $200,000.00 for Ritchie Brothers Auction in Fort Worth, Texas.11: Discuss and take action to consider going out for quotes for the Ag Extension Building and the Expo Center.15: Discuss and take action on the purchase and installation of a new heat pump from Palestine Air and Heat in the amount of $19,994.60 to replace the failing unit in Anderson County Jail B216: Discuss and take action as necessary on estimates to remove two trees at the Anderson County Sheriffs Office.2024-07-01 • SPECIAL SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Special Commissioners Court (Jul 01, 2024)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum4: Consent Agenda3: Consider and take action to authorize Commissioner Precinct 1 to purchase a work truck.4: Consider and take action on renewing the contract with CINTAS for Precinct 4 Road and Bridge Department for supplies at the Precinct 4 County Barn.2024-06-24 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Jun 24, 2024)
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1: Call to Order and Determine a Quorum4: Consent Agenda5: Hear from George Williford of Hilltop Securities, Inc., regarding possible defeasance of the Series 2021 Certificates of Obligation and take action as necessary. Auditor Megan Lambright (Enclosure 1)6: Discuss and take action on an agreement for arbitrage rebate compliance services with Hilltop Securities Asset Management, LLC for Series 2017, 2018, and 2020 Unlimited Tax Road Bonds and Series 2021 Certificates of Obligation.7: Conduct a public hearing on the renewal of Guidelines and Criteria for purposes of tax abatement to provide economic development within the County.8: Consider and take possible action to renew guidelines and criteria for purposes of tax abatement to provide economic development within the County in accordance with Chapter 312 of the Texas Tax Code and adopt Resolution Number R-04-2024.9: Consider and take action on up to $35,000.00 payment to Frankston Rural Water Supply Corporation from ARPA funds for over-run costs due to inflationary prices, for the year-long delivery and installation of emergency generators, previously approved.10: Consider and take action on declaring equipment surplus to sell at auction.11: Consider and take action on transferring equipment to Precinct 1 and 4 Road and Bridge Department from Precinct 3 Road and Bridge Department.12: Consider and take action on blading the roads going into cemeteries.13: Consider and take action on helping Neches High School repair the entrance and driveway to the school.14: Consider and take action on entering into an Interlocal Agreement between Anderson County and Texas Department of Safety for the repair of a wash-out at the DPS Office.15: Consider and take action on changes to the District Attorney's Office 2024 budgeted positions.16: Consider and take action on changes to the Tax Assessor Collector's Office 2024 budgeted positions.17: Consider and take action on a contract between Anderson County and TRIEDATA for certifying and delivering electronic certified official records and court records, CLERK E-CERTIFY, to be paid out of the County Clerk Records Management budget.18: Consider and take action on a contract with Revolution Data Systems for a civil minutes records digitization and preservation project to be paid with Court Records Preservation Funds.19: Accept the award and adopt a budget for the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program -Anderson County City of Elkhart Lift Station & City Hall Generators Project. Auditor Megan Lambright (Enclosure (12)20: Consider and take action on a Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Elkhart for the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program - Generators Project.21: Consider and take action on the purchase of a Canon C359iF copier for the Emergency Management office.22: Consider and take action on the purchase and installation of a five-ton heat pump for the lobby area of the Anderson County Jail, from Palestine Air & Heat in the amount of $9,198.40.23: Consider and take action on the purchase of a gas convection oven from Restaurant Source in the amount of $14,942.63.24: Consider and take action on additional equipment needed for the Sheriffs Office video camera project in the amount of $8,082.6825: Consider and take action as necessary regarding engaging a commercial tree service to remove two trees at the Anderson County Sheriffs Office.2024-06-10 • REGULAR SESSION
Anderson County Commissioners Court - Commissioners Court (Jun 10, 2024)
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12: Consider and take action on repairing and rerouting the flow of storm water on a driveway located on Anderson County Road 453, due to water damage from the recent rains.1: Call to order and Determine a Quorum.4: Consent Agenda10: Conduct a public hearing to lower the speed limit on Anderson County Road 463 from 60 mph to 35 mph and take action as necessary. (Part 1 of 2)11: Conduct a public hearing to close the end of Anderson County Road 418 and take action as necessary. (Part 1 of 2)10: Conduct a public hearing to lower the speed limit on Anderson County Road 463 from 60 mph to 35 mph and take action as necessary. (Part 2 of 2)11: Conduct a public hearing to close the end of Anderson County Road 418 and take action as necessary. (Part 2 of 2)5: Consider and take action on Declaring a Local State of Disaster as a result of the
6: Consider and take action on the final plat for Thapa and Feagin Subdivision located
7: Consider and authorize setting date of June 24, 2024, for a public hearing and
8: Consider and take action on the annual contract between Anderson County and the
9: Consider and take action to authorize Precinct 2 Commissioner Mims to bid up to $100,000.00 at Ritchie Brothers Auction or Auctioneer Express for equipment.13: Consider and take action on approving moving building repair expenditures in the amount of $29,134.76 from the General Fund to the Local Assistance Consistency Fund.14: Consider and take action on approving the lease and installation of an ice machine for the Sheriffs Office from Lightfoot Air Conditioning and installed by Lightfoot Air Conditioning and Larry Luce Plumbing. The cost of the lease is $205.00 per month and