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COUNTY • Karnes County, TX
Karnes County
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Texas Liberty Watchdog Index
Freedom Score: 81/100
Statewide Rank: #128 in Texas • Tier Rank: #47 (TIER 4 SMALL)
Fiscal Restraint
82.5/100
Regulatory Restraint
79/100
Debt Burden
58/100
Population / Scale
11,108
Property Tax Rate
$0.2411
per $100 valuationOperating Budget
N/A
Outstanding Debt
$0.5M
Elected & Governing Officials (20)
AG
Audrey Gossett Louis
District Attorney
BL
Benny Lyssy
Commissioner, Precinct 2 (Precinct 2)
benny.lyssy@co.karnes.tx.us
CK
Caroline Korzekwa
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2 (Precinct 2)
DK
David Kunschik
Constable, Precinct 3 (Precinct 3)
DS
David Sotello
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4 (Precinct 4)
DW
David Wiatrek
Commissioner, Precinct 1 (Precinct 1)
david.wiatrek@co.karnes.tx.us
DR
Denise Rodriguez
District Clerk
denise.rodriguez@co.karnes.tx.us
DH
Donald Hons
Constable, Precinct 2 (Precinct 2)
JR
James Rosales
Commissioner, Precinct 3 (Precinct 3)
james.rosales@co.karnes.tx.us
JL
Jamie Leal
County Clerk
jamie.leal@co.karnes.tx.us
JR
Jennifer R. Tapia
County Attorney
jennifer.tapia@co.karnes.tx.us
JB
John Brynelsen
Constable, Precinct 4 (Precinct 4)
RV
Rachel Vasquez Garcia
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1 (Precinct 1)
RS
Roel Salas
Constable, Precinct 1 (Precinct 1)
SB
Steven Bailey
County Sheriff
steven.bailey@co.karnes.tx.us
TB
Tammy Braudaway
County Tax Assessor-Collector
tammy.braudaway@co.karnes.tx.us
TA
Trent A. Enriquez
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3 (Precinct 3)
VS
Vi Swierc
County Treasurer
vi.swierc@co.karnes.tx.us
WJ
Wade J. Hedtke
County Judge
wade.hedtke@co.karnes.tx.us
WG
Wes Gisler
Commissioner, Precinct 4 (Precinct 4)
wesley.gisler@co.karnes.tx.us
Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (5 Fiscal Years)
FY 2026 ADOPTEDKarnes County FY 2026 Adopted Budget
Official PDFAdopted FY 2026 county budget for Karnes County approved by the Commissioners Court with total appropriations of $9.11M. Law enforcement and corrections through the County Sheriff and detention centers account for $4.12M, with $1.42M allocated to Precinct Road & Bridge repairs. Ad valorem property tax collections provide 76% ($6.92M) of total financing under an adopted county tax rate of $0.4400 per $100.
Total Appropriation
$9.1M
General Fund
$7.1M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.9M
Capital Projects
$1.1M
Per Capita
$820
Public Safety: $4.1M (45%)
Public Works: $1.4M (16%)
Administration: $1.1M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.2345 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTEDKarnes County FY 2025 Adopted Budget
Official PDFAdopted FY 2025 county budget for Karnes County approved by the Commissioners Court with total appropriations of $8.63M. Law enforcement and corrections through the County Sheriff and detention centers account for $3.91M, with $1.35M allocated to Precinct Road & Bridge repairs. Ad valorem property tax collections provide 76% ($6.56M) of total financing under an adopted county tax rate of $0.4300 per $100.
Total Appropriation
$8.6M
General Fund
$6.7M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.5M
Capital Projects
$1.0M
Per Capita
$777
Public Safety: $3.9M (45%)
Public Works: $1.3M (16%)
Administration: $1.1M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.2411 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTEDKarnes County FY 2024 Adopted Budget
Official PDFAdopted FY 2024 county budget for Karnes County approved by the Commissioners Court with total appropriations of $8.22M. Law enforcement and corrections through the County Sheriff and detention centers account for $3.72M, with $1.28M allocated to Precinct Road & Bridge repairs. Ad valorem property tax collections provide 76% ($6.24M) of total financing under an adopted county tax rate of $0.4200 per $100.
Total Appropriation
$8.2M
General Fund
$6.4M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.8M
Capital Projects
$1.0M
Per Capita
$740
Public Safety: $3.7M (45%)
Public Works: $1.3M (16%)
Administration: $1.0M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.2345 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTEDKarnes County FY 2023 Adopted Budget
Official PDFAdopted FY 2023 county budget for Karnes County approved by the Commissioners Court with total appropriations of $7.61M. Law enforcement and corrections through the County Sheriff and detention centers account for $3.44M, with $1.19M allocated to Precinct Road & Bridge repairs. Ad valorem property tax collections provide 76% ($5.78M) of total financing under an adopted county tax rate of $0.4200 per $100.
Total Appropriation
$7.6M
General Fund
$5.9M
Debt Service (I&S)
$1.1M
Capital Projects
$0.9M
Per Capita
$685
Public Safety: $3.4M (45%)
Public Works: $1.2M (16%)
Administration: $0.9M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.2345 / $100
FY 2022 ADOPTEDKarnes County FY 2022 Adopted Budget
Official PDFAdopted FY 2022 county budget for Karnes County approved by the Commissioners Court with total appropriations of $7.09M. Law enforcement and corrections through the County Sheriff and detention centers account for $3.21M, with $1.11M allocated to Precinct Road & Bridge repairs. Ad valorem property tax collections provide 76% ($5.39M) of total financing under an adopted county tax rate of $0.4100 per $100.
Total Appropriation
$7.1M
General Fund
$5.5M
Debt Service (I&S)
$1.3M
Capital Projects
$0.9M
Per Capita
$638
Public Safety: $3.2M (45%)
Public Works: $1.1M (16%)
Administration: $0.9M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.2345 / $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 Karnes County levying and adopting the ad valorem tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) for fiscal ...
Court Order 2025-TAX-01 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 42/100
FY 2025-2026 Ad Valorem Tax Rate Adoption
Annual legislative act of Karnes County levying and adopting the ad valorem tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) for fiscal ...
Court Order 2024-TAX-01 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 42/100
FY 2024-2025 Ad Valorem Tax Rate Adoption
Annual legislative act of Karnes County levying and adopting the ad valorem tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) for fiscal ...
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 Karnes County....
Court Order 2023-TAX-01 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 42/100
FY 2023-2024 Ad Valorem Tax Rate Adoption
Annual legislative act of Karnes County levying and adopting the ad valorem tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) for fiscal ...
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 Karnes County....
Court Order 2022-TAX-01 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 42/100
FY 2022-2023 Ad Valorem Tax Rate Adoption
Annual legislative act of Karnes County levying and adopting the ad valorem tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) for fiscal ...
Court Order 2021-TAX-01 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 42/100
FY 2021-2022 Ad Valorem Tax Rate Adoption
Annual legislative act of Karnes County levying and adopting the ad valorem tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) for fiscal ...
Meeting Dockets & Agendas (50)
2026-09-22 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - September 22, 2026
2026-09-08 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - September 08, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
Item-1: Agenda2026-1030: Welcome.2026-1031: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2026-1032: Opening Prayer.2026-1033: Pledge of Allegiance.2026-1034: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2026-1086: Acknowledge: September as "Suicide Awareness Month" declared in Karnes County.2026-1096: Acknowledge: Receipt of donation in the amount of $1,500.00 from Devon Energy Corporation to Karnes County EMS. Funds are to be used at the discretion of the EMS Chief(s).2026-1097: Acknowledge: Donations to all Security and Law Enforcement presence during the week of the murder trial. Monetary donation to KCSO from Devon Energy.2026-1084: Acknowledge: Bond Continuation Received for Casey Ebrom - EMS Chief.2026-1089: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Clarify agenda item #6 presented on 2/10/2026 acknowledging a donation to the Runge public library in the amount of $15,000.00 to acknowledge and certify funds and establish a budget for its use.2026-1085: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Acknowledge In memory of Peggy Wilison, a $500.00 donation was made to the Runge Public Library from Dr. and Mrs. Scott Kimble. In addition to this acknowledgment, requesting to certify these funds and establish a budget for i2026-1142: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Pay out all overtime to eligible employees. Any overtime should be used is possible by Sept. 12, 2026. Pay out to be paid out on Sept.25, 2026. Amount not to exceed $35,000 for overtime.2026-1093: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Reinstate Burn Ban for Karnes County.2026-1088: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Day Care Inspections mileage invoice expense to be paid from line item 100-409-4997. Discuss future expenses and line item to budget for fiscal year 2026-2027. Possibly create line item 100-630-4990 to be placed with Health De2026-1094: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Awarding by resolution a contract for grant administration services pertaining to the application and implementation, if awarded, of the County's Mitigation Reallocation Program (MRP) grant from the Texas General Land Office (G2026-1095: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Awarding by resolution a contract for Engineering services pertaining to the application and implementation, if awarded, of the County's Mitigation Reallocation Program (MRP) grant from the Texas General Land Office (GLO) and a2026-1141: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Opening, Accepting and/or awarding Archives Building bids.2026-1074: Discuss and take possible action regarding the conveyance of Karnes County’s interests in tax trust properties (Property IDs 60374, 62406, 65327, 63003, and 64702) to the City of Kenedy for expansion of its wastewater facility.2026-1087: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Approving an agreement with Floresville Electric Light & Power System to provide release of liability and allow completion of work to provide electric service for the Precinct 2 Service Center at 401 S. Panna Maria in Falls Cit2026-1090: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation to award a contract to Wells Construction for the construction of the Precinct 4 EMS Satellite Facility for an amount of $2,117,849.11 and to authorize County officials to take actions necessary to initiate const2026-1091: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation to award a contract to Wells Construction for the construction of the Precinct 4 Service Center Facility for an amount of $1,795,931.49 and to authorize County officials to take actions necessary to initiate cons2026-1092: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Taking action on contract award recommendations relating to IDIQ roadway construction proposals submitted for construction and maintenance of roadways at various locations in Karnes County.2026-1035: Consent Agenda2026-1036: Reports:2026-1052: TxDMV2026-1055: Budget Amendments: BA 2026-282026-1057: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2026-1058: Updates From:2026-1059: County Judge2026-1060: Commissioner Pct. #12026-1061: Commissioner Pct. #22026-1062: Commissioner Pct. #32026-1063: Commissioner Pct. #42026-1064: Reports From:2026-1066: Auditor2026-1067: Treasurer2026-1068: Discuss/Action regarding Treasurer's Report2026-1069: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2026-1070: Payment of bills.2026-1071: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet to hold a Public/Hearing/Public Meeting/Special Meeting on September 8, 2026 at 6:00 PM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2026-1072: Adjourn.2026-08-25 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - August 25, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
Item-1: Agenda2026-877: Welcome.2026-878: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2026-879: Opening Prayer.2026-880: Pledge of Allegiance.2026-881: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2026-1075: Acknowledge: Clarify agenda item #6 presented 02/10/2026 acknowledging a donation to the Runge Public Library in the amount of $15,000.00 to knowledge and certify these funds and establish a budget for its use.2026-1029: Discuss/Take possible action: Presentation of the Karnes County Local Match commitment and requirements for Camino Real Community Services for Fiscal Year 2027, and approval of the same.2026-1083: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Access Easement Agreement for Justice of Peace Precinct #2 Building Project (208 N. Irvin, Falls City, Tx.).2026-1076: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Move budget amount from line item 100-550-4600 (Training) $2000.00 into line item 100-550-4990 (Vest) to purchase a ballistic vest for Constable Precinct #1.2026-1027: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: List of Election Judges approved by the Election Board for the two-year term from August 2026 to August 2028.2026-1028: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: List of early voting and election day polling locations for the November 3, 2026 General Election.2026-1077: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: RFQ for Forensic Roof Evaluation/Expert Engineering Services to perform a forensic evaluation of the standing seam metal roof installed at 210 W. Calvert, Karnes City, Texas, Offices on the Square for purpose of litigation in C2026-1078: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Construction Manage-at-Risk Contract for the Karnes County Courthouse Restoration Project, including any related contract documents, exhibits, amendments, or addenda; authorize the County Judge to execute the contract and relat2026-1082: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Opening and accepting proposals received by the County Auditor for construction and maintenance of roadway drainage facilities at various locations in Karnes County and authorizing appropriate County Officials to take action to2026-1081: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Opening and accepting proposals received by the County Auditor for turnkey roadway construction and maintenance at various locations in Karnes County and authorizing appropriate County officials to take action to develop award 2026-1080: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by KCRB Engineer to extend the County's existing contract listed below through FY 26-27 at the current terms, conditions, and pricing.* Contract for Bulk Fuel Purchase with Dynasty Enterprises, LLC*Contract for B2026-1079: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by the KCRB Road Engineer to not extend existing paving material and road material contracts beyond September 30, 2026 and to authorize the KCRB Road Engineer to work with the County Auditor and County Attorney t2026-882: Consent Agenda2026-883: Reports:2026-884: Justice of the Peace Pct #12026-887: Justice of the Peace Pct #42026-889: District Clerk2026-891: I.T. Dept.2026-894: Sheriff's Dept.2026-901: AES2026-900: County Library2026-1073: EMS2026-902: Budget Amendments: Ba 2026-26; 2026-272026-904: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2026-905: Updates From:2026-906: County Judge2026-907: Commissioner Pct. #12026-908: Commissioner Pct. #22026-909: Commissioner Pct. #32026-910: Commissioner Pct. #42026-911: Reports From:2026-912: Tax Assessor/Collector2026-913: Auditor2026-914: Treasurer2026-915: Discuss/Action regarding Treasurer's Report2026-916: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2026-917: Payment of bills.2026-918: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on September 8th, 2026 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118. Commissioners Court will also meet September 8th, 2026 2026-919: Adjourn.2026-08-11 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - August 11, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
2026-866: Commissioner Pct. #32026-867: Commissioner Pct. #42026-873: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2026-874: Payment of bills.Item-1: Agenda2026-834: Welcome.2026-835: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2026-836: Opening Prayer.2026-837: Pledge of Allegiance.2026-838: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2026-922: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Pay out all overtime to eligible employees. Any overtime should be used if possible by Sept. 12, 2026. Pay out will be on Sept. 25, 2026.2026-931: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Kenedy Public Library is requesting to transfer funds ($6000) from GL account # 250-653-4352 (Automation/Technology) to GL# 250-653-5900 (Books) to purchase additional books, which also includes ebooks.2026-932: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Kenedy Public library is requesting to transfer funds ($500) from GL account # 250-653-4352 (Automation/Technology) to GL # 250-653-4222 (Programming) to purchase supplies for upcoming craft programs.2026-923: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation to initiate contract negotiations based on scoring of RFP submittals for the Construction of the Precinct 4 EMS Satellite,in accordance with Karnes County Procurement Policy and applicable State Laws.2026-924: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation to initiate contract negotiations based on scoring of RFP submittals for the Construction of the Precinct 4 Service Center, in accordance with Karnes County Procurement Policy and applicable State Laws.2026-929: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Burns Architecture LLC, contract amendment to establish the fee for the design, bidding, and construction phase services for the Karnes County Jail Expansion.2026-930: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Request for Qualification for Construction Manager at Risk Services Karnes County Jail Expansion Services.2026-933: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Construction Manage-at-Risk Contract for the Karnes County Courthouse Restoration Project, including any related contract documents, exhibits, amendments, or addenda; authorize the County Judge to execute the contract and relat2026-934: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Acceptance of settlement of $ 34,028.71 from Northstar Energy Solutions for damage incurred at or near CR 326 and CR 333 Kenedy, Karnes County which occurred on or about November 24, 2025, Claim Number P949-424553 and execute L2026-928: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Adoption of 2026 Karnes County Investment Policy & Strategies, Investment Committee and Appointment of Investment Officer.2026-926: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by the Road & Bridge Engineer to award a cotract to CINTAS to supply unoforms for the Road & Bridge Department and to authorize County officials to take appropriate action to execute the Contract.2026-927: Discuss: Construction industry trucking shortage and likely impact to Karnes County road construction and maintenance costs.2026-839: Consent Agenda2026-840: Reports:2026-842: Justice of the Peace Pct #22026-843: Justice of the Peace Pct #32026-847: Elections Dept.2026-850: Maintenance Dept.2026-852: Constable Pct #12026-854: Constable Pct #32026-856: TxDMV2026-859: Budget Amendments: BA 2026-252026-861: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2026-862: Updates From:2026-863: County Judge2026-864: Commissioner Pct. #12026-865: Commissioner Pct. #22026-875: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will hold a Special Meeting/Budget Workshop on August 13, 2026 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2026-876: Adjourn.2026-07-28 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - July 28, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
Item-1: Agenda2026-751: Welcome.2026-752: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2026-753: Opening Prayer.2026-754: Pledge of Allegiance.2026-755: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2026-920: Acknowledge: DSHS Region 8 Activities for the 2025 Calendar Year. Acknowledging Staff and Services available in Karnes County.2026-831: Discuss/take possible action: To declare the Sheriff’s Office 2019 Chevy Tahoe, VIN# 1GNLCDEC7KR236908, as Surplus, and authorize its sale at public auction.2026-830: Discuss/Take possible action: To add the County Pool Vehicle, Emergency Management Coordinator vehicle, and three (3) Maintenance Department vehicles to the County’s Fleet Management system.2026-832: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Opening and accepting bids received by the County Auditor and authorize appropriate County Officials to take action to develop a recommendation for awarding a contract to construct the Precinct 4 EMS Satelite Station in Runge, 2026-833: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Opening and accepting bids received by the County Auditor and authorize appropriate County Officials to take action to develop a recommendation for awarding a contract to construct the Precinct 4 Service Center in Runge, Texas.2026-921: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Transfer funds from GL Account 100-561-1014 Jail Admin. Salary in the amount of $6,000.00 total. Transfer $5,000.00 of that amount to GL account 100-561-3351 Jail Employee Drug Screens. Transfer $1,000.00 to GL Account 100-562026-756: Consent Agenda2026-757: Reports:2026-758: Justice of the Peace Pct #12026-759: Justice of the Peace Pct #22026-764: Elections Dept.2026-775: AES2026-771: Constable Pct #32026-776: Budget Amendments: BA 2026-242026-778: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2026-779: Updates From:2026-780: County Judge2026-781: Commissioner Pct. #12026-782: Commissioner Pct. #22026-783: Commissioner Pct. #32026-784: Commissioner Pct. #42026-790: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2026-791: Payment of bills.2026-792: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on August 11, 2026 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2026-793: Adjourn.2026-07-14 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - July 14, 2026
Parsed Docket Items:
Item-1: Agenda2026-708: Welcome.2026-709: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2026-710: Opening Prayer.2026-711: Pledge of Allegiance.2026-712: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2026-826: Acknowledge: Constables office allowing Texas Game Warden assigned to Karnes County to also utilize secured office space.2026-802: Acknowledge: Kenedy Public Library acknowledges receipt of donation from Wal-Mart in the amount of a $80 gift card to be used towards Summer Reading Program prizes & supplies.2026-803: Acknowledge: Kenedy Public Library acknowledges receipt of donation from HEB in the amount of a $500 gift card to be used towards Summer Reading Program prizes & supplies.2026-804: Acknowledge: Kenedy Public Library acknowledges receipt of donation from Texas Commission on the Arts (TCA) in the amount of $330 to be used towards Summer Reading Program puppet performer show.2026-805: Acknowledge: Appointing Judge Wade J. Hedtke to represent Karnes County on the South Central Texas Water Advisory Committee (SCTWAC).2026-813: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Approve and Appointment of "Raymond Dziuk" to the Karnes County Emergency Services District #1 board of directors.2026-806: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: 2026 Annual Audit services provided by Armstrong, Vaughn & Associates, P.C.2026-823: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Intergovernmental Agreement between Live Oak County and Karnes County for Enviornmental Health -Environmental Inspections for childcare facilities.2026-816: Discuss/Take possible action: Participation in the TAC CIRA Annual Artificial Intelligence Awareness Training (certified by Texas DIR) to satisfy the annual training requirements of Texas Government Code 2054.5191 for applicable county officials and emplo2026-829: Discuss/Take possible action: Regarding the assessment and upgrade of the County's audio/video infrastructure to improve the quality, reliability, recording capabilities, and accessibility of audiovisual services for Commissioners Court meetings, County a2026-794: Discuss/Take Possible Action: Declare the faulty light bar from Constable Pct.4 patrol vehicle as Salvage and authorize disposal. Whelen SR2BBRR, Serial # 217578.2026-817: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Establish a GL Line item for Voter Recount Revenue GL 100-333-1003 and a GL Line Item Voter Recount Expenses 100-407-4602 for funds after start of fiscal year.2026-824: Discuss Approve/Disapprove: Consider and take possible action to transfer $1,000 from GL code 100-403-4270 (conference expense) to GL Code 100-403-4260 (mileage reimbursement).2026-825: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Consider and take possible action to approve reimbursement to Griselda Cantu for mileage expenses incurred from the beginning of fiscal year 2025-2026 through the current date, to be paid from GL code 100-403-4260 (mileage reim2026-807: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Landowner request to remove tree close to the fenceline on CR 220 in Hobson, Texas.2026-810: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Line item transfers of $28,000.00 from GL 100-540-1095 (EMT/AEMT HOLIDAY/PTO/VACATION) and $39,000.00 from GL 100-540-1097 (ADMIN/TRAINING/CLINICAL PAYROLL) to GL 100-540-1094 (EMS EMT's HOURLY). These line item transfers are a2026-818: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Ratify 06/23/2026 approved transfer of $75,000.00 from GL 100-561-2020 Health and Insurance and establish and approve 2026 line item budget account GL 100-561-5729 Jail Equipment Repairs and Maintenance.2026-819: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Interlocal Agreement between Karnes County and Bee County for Jail Services (Incarceration-Jail Capacity). This Agreement has been approved by Bee County Commissioners Court on 06/02/2026.2026-828: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: 2027 Sheriff's and Constables' Fees Reporting Period beginning July 15, 2026. Civil Process fees; under Writ of Possession, the fee will remain $ 200.00 but Sheriff's Department is requesting to add "Plus $50.00 per hour, per 2026-820: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: To approve removal of steel framing of the Karnes County Archive Building and to authorize an on going reposting not requiring Commissioner Court Approval subject to no bids received.2026-827: Discuss/Take possible action: Open bids received for RFQ for Forensic Roof Evaluation.2026-808: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by the Road & Bridge Engineer to award a contract to CINTAS to supply uniforms for the Road & Bridge Department and to authorize County Judge to execute the contract.2026-812: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Request by KCRB Engineer to authorize County Auditor to make journal entries from GL 200-680-3545 (Supplies Field & Safety) to GL 200-680-4540 (Parts), GL 200-680-3352 (Office Supplies) and GL 200-680-4380 (General Maintenance)2026-822: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Request by the KCRB Road Engineer for a budget amendment to transfer $140,000 from GL# 200-680-4380 (Local Capital) to GL# 200-680-4510 (Heavy Equipment Repairs) due to unexpected equipment repairs needed for four pieces of equ2026-821: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by the KCRB Road Engineer to work the County Auditor and County Attorney to proceed with bidding on-call unit price term service contracts for the construction of roadway drainage and turnkey roadway improvements2026-713: Consent Agenda2026-714: Reports:2026-717: Justice of the Peace Pct #32026-718: Justice of the Peace Pct #42026-720: District Clerk2026-725: Sheriff's Dept.2026-726: Constable Pct #12026-730: TxDMV2026-809: EMS2026-733: Budget Amendments: BA 2026-19, 2026-20, 2026-21, 2026-22, 2026-232026-735: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2026-736: Updates From:2026-737: County Judge2026-738: Commissioner Pct. #12026-739: Commissioner Pct. #22026-740: Commissioner Pct. #32026-741: Commissioner Pct. #42026-742: Reports From:2026-743: Tax Assessor/Collector2026-744: Auditor2026-745: Treasurer2026-746: Discuss/Action regarding Treasurer's Report2026-747: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2026-748: Payment of bills.2026-749: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on July 28, 2026 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2026-750: Adjourn.2026-06-23 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - June 23, 2026
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Item-1: Agenda2026-629: Welcome.2026-630: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2026-631: Opening Prayer.2026-632: Pledge of Allegiance.2026-633: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2026-705: Discuss/Take possible action: Public resale of trust properties pursuant to Chapter 34 of the Texas Property Tax Code.2026-795: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Authorizing the County Judge to execute a contract with Traylor & Associates, Inc., as previously awarded on November 26, 2024, for grant administration and environmental services related to Texas Department of Agriculture Gran2026-796: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Authorizing the County Judge to execute a contract with Cope Engineering, as previously awarded on February 24, 2026 for engineering services related to Texas Department of Agriculture Grant Contract NO. CDV25-0352.2026-800: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Establishing a Salary Grievance Committee pursuant to Local Government Code 152.014 and determination of the Salary Grievance Committee.2026-701: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Proposal and Renewal for FY 2027 employee health insurance benefits with TAC HEBP and authorizing the County Judge to sign contract.2026-702: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: County specific incentive program for employee health benefits for FY 2027.2026-797: Discuss/Take possible action: Re-establish GL Code 100-403-4260 for mileage reimbursement purposes for the Karnes County Clerk's Office.2026-798: Discuss/Take possible action: To transfer $1,000 from GL code 100-403-4270 (Conference Expense) into GL code 100-403-4260 (Mileage Reimbursement).2026-799: Discuss/Take possible action: To approve reimbursement to Griselda Cantu for mileage expenses incurred from the beginning of Fiscal Year 2025-2026 through the current date, to be paid from GL code 100-403-4260 (Mileage Reimbursement).2026-704: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by DRG Architects and Commissioner Precinct 4-Wes Gisler to approve final construction documents for the Precinct 4 EMS Satellite Building Project and authorize DRG Architects to take all actions necessary to iss2026-703: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by DRG Architects and Commissioner Precinct 4-Wes Gisler to approve final construction documents for the Precinct 4 Service Center and J.P. Office Building Project and authorize DRG Architects to take all actions2026-707: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Request by Precinct 4 Commissioner to authorize Karnes County Road & Bridge to shred the property in Runge owned by Karnes County in preparation for planned construction of the Precinct 4 Service Center and EMS Station.2026-700: Discuss/Take Possible Action: declaring an Osaki massage chair as salvage, serial # 385P218060117, and authorizing disposal by the Sheriff’s Office.2026-706: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Approve creation of a new General Ledger Account "Fuel" within Lonestar Grant #5371101 transferring $20,000.00 of the $100,000.00 received from Salaries GL 197-197-1210. This transfer has been confirmed as allowed per the grant2026-801: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Emergency underfloor repairs of plumbing due to massive swelling & heaving of the underfloor concrete mud slab at the County Jail (Phase I). Expense of $55,736.00 to come from Jail Facility settlement line item GL 100-500-5742.2026-699: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Appointing Tammy Braudaway, Karnes County Tax Assessor-Collector to calculate the no new benchmark tax rates and the voter approval benchmark tax rates for the county for the 2026 tax year.2026-634: Consent Agenda2026-635: Reports:2026-636: Justice of the Peace Pct #12026-638: Justice of the Peace Pct #32026-639: Justice of the Peace Pct #42026-642: Elections Dept.2026-643: I.T. Dept.2026-645: Maintenance Dept.2026-646: Sheriff's Dept.2026-647: Constable Pct #12026-648: Constable Pct #42026-649: Constable Pct #32026-652: AES2026-656: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2026-657: Updates From:2026-658: County Judge2026-659: Commissioner Pct. #12026-660: Commissioner Pct. #22026-661: Commissioner Pct. #32026-662: Commissioner Pct. #42026-663: Reports From:2026-664: Tax Assessor/Collector2026-668: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2026-669: Payment of bills.2026-670: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on July 14, 2026 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2026-671: Adjourn.2026-06-09 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - June 09, 2026
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2026-617: Commissioner Pct. #22026-618: Commissioner Pct. #3Item-1: Agenda2026-586: Welcome.2026-587: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2026-588: Opening Prayer.2026-589: Pledge of Allegiance.2026-590: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2026-685: Discuss/Take possible action: Asking consideration from County to assist in funds for KCHO. For the past 12 years have paid for salaries from own personal account and have done a lot by answering calls and accepting dogs that have been dumped in our Cou2026-693: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Adopt a resolution identifying signatories for Karnes County's TxCDBG grants with the Texas Department of Agriculture.2026-691: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Approve clarification of item 14 from Commissioner Court Agenda May 26, 2026: Fund GL 100-560-5711 has $55,000.00. $27,500.00 was transferred to GL 100-560-4540 coded as Vehicle Maint. & Repairs and $27,500.00 was transferred 2026-692: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: RFQ for Forensic Roof Evaluation/Expert Engineering Services to perform a forensic evaluation of the standing seam metal roof installed at 210 W. Calvert, Karnes City, Offices on the Square for purpose of litigation in Centurio2026-694: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Proposal and Renewal for FY 2027 employee health insurance benefits with TAC HEBP and authorizing the County Judge to sign contract.2026-695: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: County specific incentive program for employee health benefits for FY 2027.2026-684: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Kenedy ISD Memorandum of Understanding for two (2) Full-time School Resource Officers.2026-686: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Receipt of grant funds in the amount of $350,000.00 from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts for HB 3000 (89R) which established the Texas Rural Ambulance Grant Fund and authorize the establishment of both revenue and expe2026-688: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Replacing Constable Precinct 4 light bar on county vehicle. Current light bar is not working and is preventing Constable from performing his duties.2026-689: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by DRG Architects and Commissioner Precinct 4-Wes Gisler to approve final construction documents for the Precinct 4 Service Center and J.P. Office Building Project and authorize DRG Architects to take all actions2026-687: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by DRG Architects and Commissioner Precinct 4-Wes Gisler to approve final construction documents for the Precinct 4 EMS Satellite Building Project and authorize DRG Architects to take all actions necessary to iss2026-690: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by the Road & Bridge Engineer to award a contract to CINTAS to supply uniforms for the Road & Brdige Department and to authorize County Judge to execute the contract.2026-591: Consent Agenda2026-592: Reports:2026-594: Justice of the Peace Pct #22026-608: TxDMV2026-682: EMS2026-611: Budget Amendments: BA 2026-16; 2026-17; 2026-182026-613: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2026-614: Updates From:2026-615: County Judge2026-616: Commissioner Pct. #12026-619: Commissioner Pct. #42026-620: Reports From:2026-622: Auditor2026-623: Treasurer2026-624: Discuss/Action regarding Treasurer's Report2026-625: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2026-626: Payment of bills.2026-627: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on June 23, 2026 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2026-628: Adjourn.2026-05-26 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - May 26, 2026
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Item-1: Agenda2026-541: Welcome.2026-542: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2026-543: Opening Prayer.2026-544: Pledge of Allegiance.2026-545: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2026-585: Discuss: Alamo Regional Transit ridership from January 2026 through April 2026.2026-674: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Cancellation of the current RFP solicitation and declaration that all received proposals are voided without prejudice due to discrepancy between posted RFP on 03/24/2026 agenda and County Website. Approve revised RFP for remov2026-675: Discuss: Pursuant to Tex. Gov't Code 551.071 consultation with Attorney regarding litigation in the matter of Centurion Industries Inc./A-Lert Roofing.2026-676: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by Courthouse Restoration Committee and Commissioner Benny Lyssy to (1) accept FPC Architects scoring of CMAR RFQ's and (2) to Initiate negotiations with Pugh Construction to provide CMAR services to Karnes Count2026-673: Discuss: Implementation status of KCRB Fuel System Automation.2026-672: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Acceptance by Karnes County Commissioner Court of KCRB Enginer recommended traffic signing plan for Hobson community.2026-677: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by the Road & Bridge Engineer to award a contract to CINTAS to supply uniforms for the Road & Bridge Department and to authorize County Judge to execute the Contract.2026-679: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Transfer funds saved on vehicle purchases, to continue required maintenance and repairs keeping the jail in operaitonal status through the fiscal year by transferring $50,000 from GL 100-560-5711 coded as vehicles, to GL 100-562026-678: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Transfer funds saved on vehicle purchases, to continue required maintenance and repairs on patrol units and fuel through the fiscal year by transferring $27,500 from GL 100-560-5711 to GL 100-560-4540 coded as Vehicle Maint. & 2026-680: Discuss/Take possible action: 1. Presentation of jail concept plan/drawings. 2. Discuss construction method/Construction Manager at risk. 3. Discuss budget/financing. 4. Discuss Schedule. 5. Discuss other next steps to take.2026-546: Consent Agenda2026-547: Reports:2026-548: Justice of the Peace Pct #12026-553: District Clerk2026-557: Maintenance Dept.2026-561: Constable Pct #32026-566: Budget Amendments: BA 2026-152026-568: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2026-569: Updates From:2026-570: County Judge2026-571: Commissioner Pct. #12026-572: Commissioner Pct. #22026-573: Commissioner Pct. #32026-574: Commissioner Pct. #42026-575: Reports From:2026-576: Tax Assessor/Collector2026-580: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2026-581: Payment of bills.2026-582: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on June 9, 2026 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Multi-Purpose Room, located at 210 W. Calvert, Suite 150, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2026-583: Adjourn.2026-05-12 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - May 12, 2026
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2026-453: AuditorItem-1: Agenda2026-417: Welcome.2026-418: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2026-419: Opening Prayer.2026-420: Pledge of Allegiance.2026-421: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2026-477: Acknowledge: Mental Health Awareness month in May presented by Camino Real.2026-540: Acknowledge: Community Council of South Central Texas Proclamation for May 2026.2026-450: Commissioner Pct. #42026-451: Reports From:2026-486: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Budget Amendment to Falls City Public Library in the amount of $6,000.00 from Unreserved Fund Balance 250-271-2751 with $3,000.00 going to Books 250-651-5900 and $3,000.00 going to Programming 250-651-4222. The purpose of this2026-534: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between El Oso Water Supply Corporation and Karnes County for the Texas Department of Agriculture 2025/2026 Texas Community Block Grant application and contract, if awarded.2026-535: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: TAC Board of Directors health/employee benefits pool Special Election Ballot. Only 1 choice to approve for or against for a 3 year term (2025/2027).2026-537: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Magnolia Oil and Gas Operating, LLC; Division Orders reviewed and advised with proposed revisions by Co. Attorney Tapia to present before Commissioners Court.2026-538: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Updated Rules of Procedure, Conduct and Decorum 2026 with current Commissioners Court Members. Approved & updated by Co. Attorney Tapia.2026-533: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Entering an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Kenedy for financial assistance, to install a traffic signal on US 181, near Freeny Drive in Kenedy, Texas.2026-487: Acknowledge: Proclamation declaring May 17 through May 23, 2026, as Emergency Medical Services Week.2026-488: Discuss/Take possible action: To declare (13) computer monitors, (16) desktop computers, (6) printers, and (2) copiers as surplus and authorize their disposal.2026-536: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Falls City ISD Memorandum of Understanding for one (1) Full-time School Resource Officer, and one (1) Part-time School Resource Officer.2026-539: Acknowledge: County Attorney's end of term audit- June 13, 2024 update.2026-422: Consent Agenda2026-423: Reports:2026-425: Justice of the Peace Pct #22026-426: Justice of the Peace Pct #32026-427: Justice of the Peace Pct #42026-434: Sheriff's Dept.2026-435: Constable Pct #12026-439: TxDMV2026-441: AES2026-442: Budget Amendments: 2026-102026-444: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2026-445: Updates From:2026-446: County Judge2026-447: Commissioner Pct. #12026-448: Commissioner Pct. #22026-449: Commissioner Pct. #32026-454: Treasurer2026-455: Discuss/Action regarding Treasurer's Report2026-456: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2026-457: Payment of bills.2026-458: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on May 26, 2026 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Jail Courtroom, located at 500 E. Wall St., Karnes City, Texas 78118.2026-459: Adjourn.2026-04-28 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - April 28, 2026
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Item-1: Agenda2026-374: Welcome.2026-375: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2026-376: Opening Prayer.2026-377: Pledge of Allegiance.2026-378: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2026-476: Acknowledge: April as National Child Abuse Prevention month in Karnes County; on behalf of the Karnes County Child Welfare Board.2026-472: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Resolution authorizing the approval of the building contractor award for the HOME program through Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs.2026-483: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Lifting current Burn Ban in effect for Karnes County.2026-481: Acknowledge: Resolution regarding the establishment of additional Data Centers in the State of Texas.2026-485: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Review updated proposed Lease offer from Burlington Resources Oil & Gas Company L.P. (i.e. Conoco Phillips Company). Lease offer has been reviewed/approved by Co. Attorney Ms. Tapia to present before Court.2026-484: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Encroachment Consent Agreement with City of Karnes City.2026-475: Discuss/Take possible action: To file for a Texas Historic Courthouse Preservation Program grant for repairs to the Karnes County Courthouse.2026-474: Discuss/Take possible action: To authorize the Karnes County Child Welfare Board to utilize office/storage space at 115 N Market St in Karnes City.2026-480: Discuss/Take possible action: To open and accept statements of qualifications for providing construction manager at risk (CMAR) services to Karnes County for restoration of the historic courthouse.2026-465: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Asset transfer of Kenwood NX5700 VHF Transceiver (SN: C4360489 / Asset Tag: 11839) from Sheriff's Department inventory to EMS inventory.2026-467: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Declaring a 2022 Ford F450 ambulance chassis (VIN: 1FDUF4GT9LDA01146) as surplus and allowing the trade-in of the asset to Frazer Ltd. as part of a credit on an upcoming remount.2026-468: Acknowledge: Receipt of donation to Karnes County EMS in the amount of $1,500.00 from Karnes Electric Cooperative. Funds are to be used at the discretion of the EMS Chief(s).2026-473: Acknowledge: OLS Donations and Easter Donations.2026-478: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Certify receipt and acceptance of grant funds from the NRA Foundation Inc. in the amount of $6,500 by the KCSO and establish a budget for it's use. Funds will be used in accordance with the grant items for the purchase of duty2026-471: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Clarifying starting rate of pay for the position of Dispatch Administrator $60,000, Jail Administrator $65,000, Assistant Jail Administrator $55,000; and Medical Administrator $65,000; with these positions being added to the ST2026-479: Discuss/Take possible action: To open and accept proposals in response to RFP for removal of steel framing of Karnes County Archive Building.2026-482: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Payment to American Arbitration Association $4,062.50 to cover anticipated compensation in this matter as follows: Pre -hearing study time (Arbitrator Compensation Deposit 1) in the amount of $2,031.25 due upon receipt. Hearin2026-379: Consent Agenda2026-380: Reports:2026-388: I.T. Dept.2026-394: Constable Pct #32026-398: AES2026-469: EMS Dept.2026-401: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2026-402: Updates From:2026-403: County Judge2026-404: Commissioner Pct. #12026-405: Commissioner Pct. #22026-406: Commissioner Pct. #32026-407: Commissioner Pct. #42026-408: Reports From:2026-409: Tax Assessor/Collector2026-413: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2026-414: Payment of bills.2026-415: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on May 12, 2026 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2026-466: Acknowledge: Dedication of the oak tree and placement of the plaque to recognize the pivotal role Judge Alger Kendall had in restoration of the Karnes County Courthouse.2026-416: Adjourn.2026-04-14 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - April 14, 2026
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2026-316: Welcome.2026-330: I.T. Dept.Item-1: Agenda2026-317: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2026-318: Opening Prayer.2026-319: Pledge of Allegiance.2026-320: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2026-461: Acknowledge: Receipt of GEO donation checks.2026-464: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Accept and Open bids submitted for TDHCA HOME Grant Reconstruction/Assistance of (2) homes within Karnes County.2026-370: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Extending current Burn Ban an additional 90 days.2026-460: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Review updated proposed Lease offer from Burlington Resources Oil & Gas Company L.P. (i.e. Conoco Phillips Company). Lease offer has been reviewed and approved by Co. Attorney Tapia to present before Court.2026-371: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: To approve Ms. Ashley Scribner for appointment as the new Karnes County Family and Community Health Agent effective May 1, 2026 presented by Donnie Montemayor, District Extension Administrator, Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Serv2026-368: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Granting of a standard utility easement to American Electric Power for the purpose of the new electric service to the Karnes County EMS Admin/training and Emergency Operations Center.2026-462: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Discussion on possible purchase offer for an empty lot right behind EMS building in Kenedy, Texas. Property is 0.384 acres, Lot 12 of Block 35, owned by Christopher Pena. (Parcel 66011)2026-369: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Request from Ford, Powell & Carson Architects & Planners, Inc. to procure geotechnical services necessary to complete the design of improvements for the Courthouse Restoration Project.2026-372: Discuss: Thorton Tomasetti's structural condition assessment - phase 2 for the Karnes County Jail, Sheriff's Office & Courtroom.2026-373: Discuss/Take possible action: To address, repair, or replace each recommended point of distress for the Karnes County Jail, Sheriff's Office & Courtroom as recommended in the attached detailed report consisting of 26 pages and an Appendix A. Photographs b2026-463: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Discuss and take appropriate action to authorize and approve mediation in pending litigation regarding Karnes County and Centurion Industries, LLC, A-Lert Roofing Systems Divisions and to designate representatives to attend and2026-321: Consent Agenda2026-322: Reports:2026-323: Justice of the Peace Pct #12026-324: Justice of the Peace Pct #22026-325: Justice of the Peace Pct #32026-326: Justice of the Peace Pct #42026-328: District Clerk2026-332: Maintenance Dept.2026-333: Sheriff's Dept.2026-334: Constable Pct #12026-338: TxDMV2026-343: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2026-344: Updates From:2026-345: County Judge2026-346: Commissioner Pct. #12026-347: Commissioner Pct. #22026-348: Commissioner Pct. #32026-349: Commissioner Pct. #42026-350: Reports From:2026-352: Auditor2026-353: Treasurer2026-354: Discuss/Action regarding Treasurer's Report2026-355: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2026-356: Payment of bills.2026-357: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on April 28, 2026 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2026-358: Adjourn.2026-03-24 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - March 24, 2026
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Item-1: Agenda2026-265: Welcome.2026-266: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2026-267: Opening Prayer.2026-268: Pledge of Allegiance.2026-269: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2026-309: Acknowledge: Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Proclamation for the month of April presented on behalf of Children's Alliance of South Texas.2026-366: Acknowledge: Proclamation declaring April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness month.2026-367: Acknowledge: 2026 Soil & Water Stewardship Week Proclamation declaring April 25 to May 6, 2026 as "Texas Soil & Water Stewardship Week.2026-315: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Approve and Appoint "Matthew Oliver" to the Karnes County Emergency Services District #1 Board of Directors.2026-365: Discuss/Approve//Disapprove: Updated recommendation for Karnes County Welfare Board members. (Bonnie Ramirez-President, Melissa Padron- Vice President/Chair, Celeste Rodriguez, Tina Radicke-Jones, Ladonna Card-Treasurer, Joyce Homeyer-Secretary, Debbie Wi2026-311: Acknowledge: Receipt of annual County 911 Funds from Southwest Texas Regional Advisory Council (STRAC) in the amount of $8,510.00. Funds are to be used at the discretion of the EMS Chief on eligible items or projects per DSHS rules prior to 8/31/2026.2026-312: Acknowledge: Receipt of donated asset to Karnes County EMS from San Antonio College EMS Training Program. A used Onan Commercial Generator (Model: 5.5 HGJAD / SN: B120307543) was generously donated for the benefit of the agency's fleet maintenance program2026-362: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Review proposed Lease offer from Burlington Resources Oil & Gas Company L P (i.e. Conoco Phillips Company). Lease offer has been reviewed by Co. Attorney Tapia and advised to present before Court.2026-364: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: RFP for removal of steel framing Karnes County Archive Building.2026-310: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Entering into a contractual agreement with Motorola for 5 years for LPR/Vehicle Manager subscriptions, and Command Central Aware.2026-363: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Entering an inter-local agreement with the City of Kenedy for financial assistance, to install a traffic signal on US 181, near Freeny Drive, in Kenedy, Texas.2026-359: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Request from Ford, Powell & Carson Architects & Planners, Inc. to procure geotechnical services necessary to complete the design of improvements for the Courthouse Restoration Project.2026-360: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by Commissioner Precinct 2 to award a contract to Wells Construction to construct the Karnes County Precinct 2 Service Center.2026-270: Consent Agenda2026-271: Reports:2026-272: Justice of the Peace Pct #12026-273: Justice of the Peace Pct #22026-277: District Clerk2026-285: Constable Pct #32026-289: AES2026-314: EMS2026-290: Budget Amendments: 2026-12, 2026-132026-292: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2026-293: Updates From:2026-294: County Judge2026-295: Commissioner Pct. #12026-296: Commissioner Pct. #22026-297: Commissioner Pct. #32026-298: Commissioner Pct. #42026-299: Reports From:2026-300: Tax Assessor/Collector2026-304: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2026-305: Payment of bills.2026-306: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on April 14, 2026 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Multi-Purpose room, located at 210 W. Calvert, Suite 150, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2026-307: Adjourn.2026-03-10 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - March 10, 2026
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2026-175: Consent Agenda2026-176: Reports:2026-179: Justice of the Peace Pct #32026-180: Justice of the Peace Pct #4Item-1: Agenda2026-170: Welcome.2026-171: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2026-172: Opening Prayer.2026-173: Pledge of Allegiance.2026-174: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2026-263: Acknowledge: Proclamation declaring March as "Red Cross" Month in Karnes County.2026-258: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: 2026-2027 Grant Resolution for the Truancy Prevention Program through the Karnes/Wilson Juvenile Probation Department.2026-256: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: 2026-2027 Grant Resolution for the Victims Assistance Grant Application.2026-261: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Entering an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Kenedy for financial assistance, to install a traffic signal on US 181, near Freeny Drive in Kenedy, Txs.2026-262: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Utilizing contingency funds to complete repairs to the County's pool vehicle, 2014 Chevy Tahoe VIN# 1GNLC2E05ER200357.2026-257: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Discuss and take action to ratify and approve a 3 year copier lease agreement between Karnes County and Dewitt Poth & Son executed by County Judge on January 30, 2026, and to authorize payment and performance under the lease.2026-259: Discuss/Take possible action: To open and accept proposals in response to RFP for removal of steel framing of Karnes County Archive Building.2026-260: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation to initiate contract negotiations with Contractor based on scoring of RFP's submitted for construction of the Precinct 2 Service Center Construction Contract, in accordance with Karnes County procurement policy a2026-255: Acknowledge: Racial profiling report 2025 for Karnes County Sheriff's Office.2026-254: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Contract with Burns Architecture, LLC for the Karnes County Sheriff's Office & Jail addition design subject to final revision and approval of County Attorney.2026-308: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Jail construction committee's recommendation on entering into a contract with Victoria Air Conditioning LTD, for HVAC replacement for the Sheriff's Office & Jail consisting of 12 roof top units & 2 mini-splits for $271,000.00; 2026-186: Maintenance Dept.2026-192: TxDMV2026-197: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2026-198: Updates From:2026-264: County Judge2026-199: Commissioner Pct. #12026-200: Commissioner Pct. #22026-201: Commissioner Pct. #32026-202: Commissioner Pct. #42026-203: Reports From:2026-205: Auditor2026-206: Treasurer2026-207: Discuss/Action regarding Treasurer's Report2026-208: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2026-209: Payment of bills.2026-210: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on March 24, 2026 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2026-211: Adjourn.2026-02-24 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - February 24, 2026
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Item-1: Agenda2026-101: Welcome.2026-102: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2026-103: Opening Prayer.2026-104: Pledge of Allegiance.2026-105: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2026-155: Acknowledge: Receipt of donation to Karnes County EMS by Panna Maria Mens Club in the amount of $500.00. Funds are to be used at the discretion of the EMS Chief(s).2026-169: Acknowledge: The 2025 Racial Profile report for the Precinct Four Constable Office. (This report was turned into state)2026-157: Discuss: Presentation from the City of Kenedy to discuss a financial assistance request for the installation of a traffic signal on US 181 and Freeny Drive in Kenedy.2026-158: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Authorizing County Attorney to draft memorandum of understanding (MOU) with The City of Kenedy to assist financially with the capital road improvements on US 181, near Freeny Drive in Kenedy.2026-159: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Deed from Kanres County to Kelly Roberts-Cooper for 2.85 acres associated with the former Falls City to Riddleville road.2026-165: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation of the Selection Review committee to award by resolution the negotiation of a contract for engineering services pertaining to the application and implementation. If awarded, the County's 2025-2026 Texas Community2026-161: Discuss/Take possible action: To open and accept proposals in response to Precinct 2 Service Center RFP.2026-162: Acknowledge: Presentation by Ford,Powell & Carson regarding schematic design project for Historical Courthouse Resotration.2026-163: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by Ford, Powell & Carson to initiate procurement of services for Construction Manager at Risk to complete design of improvements for the Courthouse Restoration Project.2026-164: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Request from Ford, Powell & Carson Architects & Planners, Inc. to procure geotechnical services necessary to complete the design of improvements for the Courthouse Restoration Project.2026-156: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Approval for Karnes County Judge to sign Resolution for Operation Lone Star FY 2027. This is a continuation grant from 2025. No Match required. This is a force multiplier to enhance safety in Karnes County and further Governo2026-160: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Presentation of FY25 Karnes County Sheriff's Jail Commissary Audit as required by LGC 351.0415.2026-106: Consent Agenda2026-107: Reports:2026-113: District Clerk2026-119: Sheriff's Dept.2026-122: Constable Pct #32026-125: TxDMV2026-166: EMS2026-167: Constable Pct.#42026-168: AES2026-127: Budget Amendments: BA 2026-112026-129: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2026-130: Updates From:2026-131: Commissioner Pct. #12026-132: Commissioner Pct. #22026-133: Commissioner Pct. #32026-134: Commissioner Pct. #42026-135: Reports From:2026-136: Tax Assessor/Collector2026-140: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2026-141: Payment of bills.2026-142: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on March 10, 2026 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Multi-Purpose room, located at 210 W. Calvert, Suite 150, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2026-143: Adjourn.2026-02-10 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - February 10, 2026
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2026-94: Auditor2026-88: Commissioner Pct. #12026-89: Commissioner Pct. #22026-90: Commissioner Pct. #32026-91: Commissioner Pct. #42026-92: Reports From:2026-77: Constable Pct #12026-84: Budget Amendments: BA 2026-08;2026-09; 2026-102026-86: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2026-87: Updates From:Item-1: Agenda2026-58: Welcome.2026-59: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2026-60: Opening Prayer.2026-61: Pledge of Allegiance.2026-62: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2026-153: Acknowledge: A $15,000.00 donation was gifted to the Runge Public Library. The donor wishes to remain anonymous.2026-144: Acknowledge: Receipt of donation to Karnes County EMS by Jane Brimble Tennant in the amount of $1,000.00. Funds are to be used at the discretion of the EMS Chief(s).2026-151: Discuss/Take possible action: On Karnes County's management of private road signs.2026-150: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: RFP for removal of steel framing Karnes County Archive Building.2026-149: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Deed from Karnes County to Kelly Roberts-Cooper for 1.08 acres associated with the former Falls City to Riddleville Road.2026-148: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Budget amendment for Karnes City, Kenedy & Runge Public libraries to budget the remaining unused "Fund 251-Donations "balances" from FY 25 in order for it to be used in the current budget FY 26 if needed.2026-152: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Adding money to GL# 100-510-4204 from GL# 100-510-4500 in the amount of $3500 to cover all County Fire Extinguishers & Elevator Inspections.2026-146: Acknowledge: Opening of Karnes County Sheriff's Office & Jail HVAC Proposals.2026-147: Acknowledge: Establishment of Karnes County Sheriff's Office drone program for public safety operations using Senate Bill 22 funds.2026-145: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Karnes County Resolution supporting the Rifle Resistant Body Armor Grant FY 2027. (#5787901)2026-154: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Awarding the Karnes County Sheriff's Office & Jail addition architectural contract to Burns Architecture, LLC., following the recommendation of the architectural committee.2026-63: Consent Agenda2026-64: Reports:2026-65: Justice of the Peace Pct #12026-66: Justice of the Peace Pct #22026-67: Justice of the Peace Pct #32026-68: Justice of the Peace Pct #42026-75: Maintenance Dept.2026-95: Treasurer2026-96: Discuss/Action regarding Treasurer's Report2026-97: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2026-98: Payment of bills.2026-99: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on February 24th, 2026 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Multi-Purpose Room, located at 210 W. Calvert, Suite 150, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2026-100: Adjourn.2026-01-27 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - January 27, 2026
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Item-1: Agenda2026-2: Welcome.2026-3: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2026-4: Opening Prayer.2026-5: Pledge of Allegiance.2026-6: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2026-45: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Presentation and approval of FY25 Annual Audit by Armstrong, Vaughan & Associates, P.C.2026-47: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Request to have Elections Clerk Rosalinda Gonzales usage of her birthday day in June 2026 instead of May 2026.2026-48: Discuss/Take possible action: On Karnes County's management of private road signs.2026-49: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Request by Karnes County Tax Assessor to approve part-time position to a permanent full time position, when next payroll period starts. HR assisted/reviewed numbers and budget can accommodate for this request.2026-56: Acknowledge: 2024-2025 statistics for Karnes County Sheriff's Office & Jail.2026-55: Acknowledge: Donations for "Adopt a Teacher", County Christmas Party, Holiday goodies from businesses. Donations of lunch provided for the Annual DA Law Enforcement Luncheon, Law Enforcement Appreciation Day.2026-54: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: 2026-2027 Grant Resolution for the Criminal Justice Grant through the Karnes County Sheriff's Office.2026-50: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Jail construction committee's recommendation for jail expansion architect.2026-57: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Payment to Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts for overpayment of sales taxes paid to Karnes County in the amount of $ 296,749.96 with a one time payment by ACH. County will receive a 2% discount for one time payment. ($290,82026-53: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: 2026-2027 Grant Resolution for the Victims Assistance Grant Application.2026-51: Discuss/Take possible action: Pursuant to Tex. Govt. Code 551.071 (Executive Session) consultation with Attorney regarding pending notice of claim submitted by Law Office of David Rodriguez, RE: C & C Construction.2026-52: Discuss/Take possible action: Pursuant to Tex. Govt. Code 551.071 (Executive Session) consultation with Attorney regarding deeding of land on the former Falls City to Riddleville Road (CR 263 and FM 887 area).2026-7: Consent Agenda2026-8: Reports:2026-10: Justice of the Peace Pct #22026-14: District Clerk2026-16: I.T. Dept.2026-17: EMS2026-24: Constable Pct #42026-26: TxDMV2026-28: Budget Amendments: BA 2026-06, 2026-072026-30: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2026-31: Updates From:2026-32: Commissioner Pct. #12026-33: Commissioner Pct. #22026-34: Commissioner Pct. #32026-35: Commissioner Pct. #42026-36: Reports From:2026-37: Tax Assessor/Collector2026-41: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2026-42: Payment of bills.2026-43: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on February 10, 2026 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2026-44: Adjourn.2026-01-13 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - January 13, 2026
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Item-1: Agenda2025-1501: Welcome.2025-1502: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2025-1503: Opening Prayer.2025-1504: Pledge of Allegiance.2025-1505: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2025-1545: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Request by the Karnes County HR Director to approve a budget amendment moving $1,400.00 from the Contingency Fund, GL 100-409-4997, to the County Judge's Bond expense, GL 100-400-4800. Senate Bill 387 went into effect on Septem2025-1544: Acknowledge: Official Bond and Oath Received for David Wiatrek, Commissioner Pct 1; James Rosales, Commissioner Pct 3; Wesley Gisler, Commissioner Pct 4;Steven Bailey, Sheriff; Roel Salas, Constable Pct 1; David Kunschik, Constable Pct 3; John Brynelsen, 2025-1552: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Karnes County and Wilson County Cares regarding Homebound Meals Program Support.2025-1551: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Proposed budget for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) surplus and if approved, allow for budget amendment to FY 26 expense GL Code 795-750-5720. Surplus funds are a result of earned interest on unused fund balance and are not su2025-1546: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by Precinct 4 Commissioner to approve contract with DRG Architects to design and perform construction phase services for the Precinct 4 EMS Satellite Facility and to authorize appropriate County officials to take2025-1547: Discuss/Take possible action: Pursuant to Tex. Gov. Code 551.071 consultation with Attorney for advice regarding pending or contemplated litigation or settlement offers in the matter of a notice of claim submitted by Law Office of David Rodriguez. Re: C &2025-1549: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: 2026 Karnes County Resolution for "Non-Commissioners Court" claims.2025-1548: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: State of Texas Commercial Card Contract and authorize implementation and administration of said program to the County Auditor's office.2025-1550: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Adopting Karnes County Credit Card Policy.2026-1: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: 2025-2026 Grant Resolution for the Truancy Prevention Program through the Karnes/Wilson Juvenile Probation Department.2025-1506: Consent Agenda2025-1507: Reports:2025-1508: Justice of the Peace Pct #12025-1510: Justice of the Peace Pct #32025-1511: Justice of the Peace Pct #42025-1518: Maintenance Dept.2025-1519: Sheriff's Dept.2025-1520: Constable Pct #12025-1522: Constable Pct #32025-1527: Budget Amendments: BA 2026-052025-1529: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2025-1530: Updates From:2025-1531: Commissioner Pct. #12025-1532: Commissioner Pct. #22025-1533: Commissioner Pct. #32025-1534: Commissioner Pct. #42025-1535: Reports From:2025-1537: Auditor2025-1538: Treasurer2025-1539: Discuss/Action regarding Treasurer's Report2025-1540: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2025-1541: Payment of bills.2025-1542: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on January 27, 2026 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2025-1543: Adjourn.2025-12-23 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - December 23, 2025
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Item-1: Agenda2025-1432: Welcome.2025-1433: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2025-1434: Opening Prayer.2025-1435: Pledge of Allegiance.2025-1436: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2025-1499: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Adopting a Resolution for the Karnes County Appraisal District Board of nomination.2025-1498: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Election Ballot Vote designation for the Texas Association of Counties Health and Employee Benefits Pool Board of Directors.2025-1497: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Extending current Burn Ban for an additional 90 days.2025-1483: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Request by the Karnes County HR Director to approve a budget amendment to move the $1,000 donation from Mr. John Banks of Perdue, Brandon, Fielder, Collins & Mott LLP that was acknowledged by Court on November 25, 2025, and rec2025-1481: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Proposed EMS fee schedule for calendar year 2026.2025-1500: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Approve and Appoint "Randy Deming" to the Karnes County Emergency Services District #1 Board of Directors.2025-1490: Acknowledge: Add Reserve Constable Jose L. Guerrero as a reserve Constable for Pct.1. Jose Guerrero has over 15 years of Constable duty.2025-1489: Discuss/Take possible action: How to utilize for county purposes or dispose of 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe, VIN# 1GNLC2E05ER200357.2025-1492: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Designate Lupe Snyder as the alternate TCEQ Designated Representative (DR) for Karnes County.2025-1478: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Rental service agreement with Southpoint Rentals to provide portable toilet for KCRB Karnes City shop facility.2025-1484: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by Precinct 4 Commissioner to approve contract with DRG Architects to design and perform construction phase services for the Precinct 4 Service Center and to authorize appropriate County Officials to take necessa2025-1495: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Authorized signers for each Fund 500 - Capital Outlay line item (attached) regarding invoices and work authorization as deemed necessary for the projects.2025-1491: Acknowledge: The annual tax report of taxes collected during the fiscal year 2024-2025 required by tax code 31.10.2025-1480: Acknowledge: Acknowledge and present the continuing education transcript for the reporting period of January 1, 2025-December 31, 2025 of hours received by Tammy Braudaway, Karnes County Tax Assessor-Collector according to Tax Code 6.231. This is a requi2025-1488: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Budget amendment for Fund 197, Operation Lone Star.2025-1477: Acknowledge: The donation of 30 bleeding control kits from Devon Energy to the Karnes County Sheriff's Office.2025-1487: Acknowledge: Establishment of new inmate trust fund account with Falls City National Bank for purposes included in Correct Commissary Contract approved in Commissioners Court on October 14, 2025.2025-1485: Acknowledge: Opening of Karnes County Sheriff's Office & Jail Addition Request for Qualifications received as stated in "Request for Qualifications" (RFQ).2025-1493: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Reject the sole bid for the Karnes County Sheriff's Office & Jail HVAC Replacement from "Brandt" due to lack of quality workmanship in previous job done at the Karnes County Sheriff's Office.2025-1494: Discuss/Take possible action: Initiate new request for proposal process for Karnes County Sheriff's Office & Jail HVAC replacement.2025-1437: Consent Agenda2025-1438: Reports:2025-1439: Justice of the Peace Pct #12025-1440: Justice of the Peace Pct #22025-1442: Justice of the Peace Pct #42025-1444: District Clerk2025-1447: EMS2025-1454: Constable Pct #42025-1456: TxDMV2025-1460: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2025-1461: Updates From:2025-1462: Commissioner Pct. #12025-1463: Commissioner Pct. #22025-1464: Commissioner Pct. #32025-1465: Commissioner Pct. #42025-1466: Reports From:2025-1467: Tax Assessor/Collector2025-1471: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2025-1472: Payment of bills.2025-1473: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on January 13, 2026 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Multi-Purpose Room, located at 210 W. Calvert, Suite 150, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2025-1474: Adjourn.2025-12-09 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - December 09, 2025
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Item-1: Agenda2025-1373: Welcome.2025-1374: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2025-1375: Opening Prayer.2025-1376: Pledge of Allegiance.2025-1377: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2025-1416: Acknowledge: Official Bond and Oath Received for Vida Swierc, County Treasurer2025-1418: Acknowledge: Anonymous donation in the amount of $2,500.00 made to the Karnes County Veteran Services office to assist in reaching and helping the Veterans of Karnes County, received on 11-10-25.2025-1419: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: San Antonio River Authority (SARA) access to place a galvanized pole for flood data tracking equipment on County right of way on CR 344 near the low water crossing. Part of the flood gauge project S.A.R.A..2025-1427: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Rental Service Agreement with new vendor "Southpoint Rentals" for (2) locations (DPS Weigh Station & Food Bank Distribution served at Karnes County Showbarn).2025-1421: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: List of names to be added to the list of election workers for the remaining 2024-2026 term.2025-1422: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: List of Polling locations for the March 3, 2026 Republican and Democratic Primary.2025-1423: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: List of county departments to have 4 county employees work on election day for the March 3, 2026 Republican and Democratic Primary, who is a Karnes County registered voter and is not related to any candidate by the second degre2025-1424: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Rate of pay for the county employees who work the March 3, 2026 Republican and Democratic Primary Election. How to pay out the amount of pay that is worked over 8 hours on election day.2025-1425: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Request to purchase 14 Duo Standalone ballot marking devices and 14 barcode scanner kits to be paid out of the contingency fund in the amount of $ 70,510.00.2025-1420: Acknowledge: Opening of Karnes County Sheriff's office & Jail HVAC proposals received as stated in Request for Proposals.2025-1426: Acknowledge: Recognize AACOG for their Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) supply donation for dispatch in the amount of $1,798.48.2025-1428: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Budget amendment for Fund 197, Operation Lone Star.2025-1431: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: a) Pending litigation regarding payment of services for installation of the standing seam metal roof at the Offices on the Square.b) Payment of A-Lert Roofing Invoice.2025-1429: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by DRG Architects and Commissioner Precinct 2 Benny Lyssy to approve final construction documents for the Precinct 2 Service Center and J.P. Office Building Project and authorize DRG Architects to take all action2025-1430: Discuss: To convene in executive session pursuant to Texas Government code 551.071 to discuss Karnes County Archives Building.2025-1378: Consent Agenda2025-1379: Reports:2025-1382: Justice of the Peace Pct #32025-1387: I.T. Dept.2025-1390: Maintenance Dept.2025-1391: Sheriff's Dept.2025-1392: Constable Pct #12025-1394: Constable Pct #32025-1396: VSO2025-1399: Budget Amendments: BA2026-032025-1401: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2025-1402: Updates From:2025-1403: Commissioner Pct. #12025-1404: Commissioner Pct. #22025-1405: Commissioner Pct. #32025-1406: Commissioner Pct. #42025-1407: Reports From:2025-1409: Auditor2025-1410: Treasurer2025-1411: Discuss/Action regarding Treasurer's Report2025-1412: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2025-1413: Payment of bills.2025-1414: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on December 23, 2025 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2025-1415: Adjourn.2025-10-28 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - October 28, 2025
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Item-1: Agenda2025-1172: Welcome.2025-1173: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2025-1174: Opening Prayer.2025-1175: Pledge of Allegiance.2025-1176: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2025-1216: Acknowledge: Receipt and public announcement of submittals of qualifications from architectural firms that responded to the request for qualification (RFQ) for the PCT.4 EMS station. All qualifications were received by the auditor's office prior to the d2025-1219: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: TIDC (Texas Indigent Defense Commission) FY 2026 Formula Grant Program Request for Applications (RFA).2025-1220: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: FY 2026/2027 (Interlocal Agreement) Regional Public Defender for Capital Cases.2025-1221: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: 2026 Karnes County Holiday Schedule.2025-1217: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Joint Resolution between Democratic and Republican Party for the March 3, 2026 Primary Election.2025-1218: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: List of additional eligible election workers approved by the election board for ballot board for an appointment for the remaining term that is through July 2026.2025-1222: Discuss: To convene in Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071 to discuss litigation matters with the County Attorney's office.2025-1177: Consent Agenda2025-1178: Reports:2025-1180: Justice of the Peace Pct #22025-1184: District Clerk2025-1187: EMS2025-1189: Maintenance Dept.2025-1200: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2025-1201: Updates From:2025-1202: Commissioner Pct. #12025-1203: Commissioner Pct. #22025-1204: Commissioner Pct. #32025-1205: Commissioner Pct. #42025-1206: Reports From:2025-1208: Auditor2025-1209: Treasurer2025-1210: Discuss/Action regarding Treasurer's Report2025-1211: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2025-1212: Payment of bills.2025-1213: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on November 12, 2025 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2025-1214: Adjourn.2025-10-14 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - October 14, 2025
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2025-1069: Opening Prayer.Item-1: Agenda2025-1067: Welcome.2025-1068: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2025-1070: Pledge of Allegiance.2025-1071: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2025-1165: Acknowledge: Present Proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month.2025-1156: Acknowledge: Presentation of life-saving Phoenix Award to Karnes County EMS Paramedics David Valenzuela & Nathaniel Goce-Reyes for their timely and effective resuscitative efforts that resulted in the neurologically intact survival of a patient that suffe2025-1161: Acknowledge: Official Bond and Oath received for Thomas Dupnick-County Auditor; and Bond Rider for Wade J. Hedtke-County Judge.2025-1162: Acknowledge: Commissioner Pct. 1 has met the continuing education requirements of Local Government Code Section 81.0025 for 2025.2025-1158: Acknowledge: Donation in the amount of $1000 made to Karnes County EMS in loving memory of Anzelma Drees. Funds are to be used at the discretion of the EMS Chief(s).2025-1164: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Update Karnes County Purchasing Policy revised 9-23-25 for further changes due to FY 26 budget departmental purchasing changes as discussed in Commissioners Court on the same day and any other changes deemed by the Court. (pag2025-1163: Discuss/Take possible action: Amending the Karnes County Purchasing Policy2025-1159: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Amending the pay rates for regular variable hour (a.k.a. PRN) employees within the EMS department. If approved, this would not require a budgetary amendment.2025-1160: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Proposed utility easement to be provided to the City of Kenedy granting access to a relocated sewer utility on county property near the EMS Administration/Training Center/EOC.2025-1168: Discuss/approve/Disapprove: Sheriff's recommendation awarding a three (3) year contract to Correct Commissary LLC., for inmate commissary services at the Karnes County Sheriff's office and Jail at 500 E. Wall Street, Karnes City, Tx. 78118.2025-1166: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Karnes County Sheriff's office contract with "Correct Commissary" for inmate commissary services and banking software.2025-1171: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Entering into a contractual agreement with CentralSquare Solutions for Computer-Aided Dispatch(C.A.D.), Mobile Computer Terminal (MCT), Records Management System (RMS) , and Jail Management System (JMS).2025-1170: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: ECS Southwest, LLP-Subsurface Exploration and Geotechnical Engineering Services for the Karnes County Sheriff's office and Jail. ECS Proposal No. 20:3283-GP sent by The Chapman Firm, PLLC (for ongoing jail repairs).2025-1169: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Sending RFQ's for replacing air conditioning units for the Karnes County Sheriff's Office and Jail. Reference capitol outlay budget for Jail Facility Equipment line item 500-500-5731.2025-1167: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Sheriff's recommendation to expand the jail not to exceed 144 bed capacity, based on facility needs report from Texas Commission on Jail Standards. Recommending adding 94 beds to the current jail. Contingent on discussion and a2025-1215: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Request by KCRB Engineer to modify starting salaries of Maintenance Tech I, Equipment Operator I, Equipment Operator 2, Construction Inspector, Service Manager and Foreman.2025-1072: Consent Agenda2025-1073: Reports:2025-1074: Justice of the Peace Pct #12025-1076: Justice of the Peace Pct #32025-1077: Justice of the Peace Pct #42025-1083: KCRB/SPE.PRJ/LANDFILL2025-1086: Constable Pct #12025-1088: Constable Pct #32025-1090: VSO2025-1091: TxDMV2025-1095: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2025-1096: Updates From:2025-1097: Commissioner Pct. #12025-1098: Commissioner Pct. #22025-1099: Commissioner Pct. #32025-1100: Commissioner Pct. #42025-1101: Reports From:2025-1102: Tax Assessor/Collector2025-1106: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2025-1107: Payment of bills.2025-1108: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on October 28,2025 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Jail Courtroom, located at 500 E. Wall Street, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2025-1109: Adjourn.2025-09-30 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - September 30, 2025
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2025-1155: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Establishing a committee to review Karnes County Puchasing Policy and provide recommendations to Commissioners Court.Item-1: Agenda2025-1110: Welcome.2025-1111: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2025-1112: Opening Prayer.2025-1113: Pledge of Allegiance.2025-1114: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2025-1154: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Transfer funds from line items 100-475-1030 (Asst. Co. Atty), 100-475-1039 (Victim Services Intern) and 100-475-1060 (Legal Media Assistant) from General fund 100 into Fund 196 (SB22) to include fringe benefits.2025-1153: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Declaring the following tech items as surplus to be recycled or sold at auction after examined by IT department: 37 PC/Towers, 19 Monitors, 8 Printers, 5 typewriters, 1 TV, 2 Large Copiers, 4 Desktop Scanners, 2 overhead projec2025-1151: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on October 14, 2025 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2025-1152: Adjourn.2025-09-23 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - September 23, 2025
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Item-1: Agenda2025-1009: Welcome.2025-1010: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2025-1011: Opening Prayer.2025-1012: Pledge of Allegiance.2025-1013: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2025-1064: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Resolution approving the building contractor for the HOME Program.2025-1063: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Pay out of overtime for all employees not to exceed $10,000 for all payouts.2025-1052: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Appointment of a primary and alternate representative for the Alamo Area Council of Government (AACOG) Regional Preparedness Advisory Committee (REPAC). Primary: Justin Garcia - EMC / Alternate: Scott Kotara - Chief Deputy.2025-1053: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Allowing for the immediate disposal of the items listed below. All of the listed items have zero monetary value or use life remaining and do not qualify for declaration of surplus property. Broken barrel-style barricades (indet2025-1055: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement for the Karnes County Courthouse Restoration to add design phase and construction phase professional services as described in Exhibit 'A".2025-1056: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: To retain attorney Jeff Chapman and the Chapman Law Firm as outside counsel for the purpose of construction related contract review and negotiation; legal advice; risk assessment, and document preparation in an amount not to ex2025-1059: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by KCRB Engineer to award contracts to Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions, Inc. to supply bulk paving oil to Karnes County.2025-1060: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by KCRB Engineer to award contracts to CK Newberry, Colorado Materials, Brauntex, and Vulcan to supply bulk paving materials to Karnes County.2025-1061: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by KCRB Engineer to award contracts to Colorado Materials, LTD, CEMEX Construction Materials South, LLC, and CK Newberry, LLC to supply bulk road materials to Karnes County.2025-1062: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by KCRB Engineer to award a contract to Dynasty Enterprises, LLC to supply bulk fuel to Karnes County.2025-1057: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Update Karnes County Purchasing Policy adopted 04-30-21 due to new laws effective 09-01-2025.2025-1058: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: FY 25 Budget Amendments.2025-1065: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Inter-local Agreement between Alamo Regional Transit and Karnes County for FY 2025.2025-1066: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget Amendment moving line items 100-475-1030 (Asst.Co.Atty),100-475-1039 (Victim Services Intern) and 100-475-1060 (Legal Media Assistant) from General Fund 100 into Grant Funds "750" contingent upon aw2025-1014: Consent Agenda2025-1015: Reports:2025-1016: Justice of the Peace Pct #12025-1017: Justice of the Peace Pct #22025-1018: Justice of the Peace Pct #32025-1019: Justice of the Peace Pct #42025-1021: District Clerk2025-1023: I.T. Dept.2025-1024: EMS2025-1026: Maintenance Dept.2025-1027: Sheriff's Dept.2025-1028: Constable Pct #12025-1030: Constable Pct #32025-1033: TxDMV2025-1035: Budget Amendments: 2025-15; 2025-16; 2025-17; 2025-182025-1037: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2025-1038: Updates From:2025-1039: Commissioner Pct. #12025-1040: Commissioner Pct. #22025-1041: Commissioner Pct. #32025-1042: Commissioner Pct. #42025-1043: Reports From:2025-1045: Auditor2025-1048: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2025-1049: Payment of bills.2025-1050: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on October 14, 2025 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2025-1051: Adjourn.2025-09-09 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - September 09, 2025
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Item-1: Agenda2025-950: Welcome.2025-951: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2025-956: Reports:2025-952: Opening Prayer.2025-953: Pledge of Allegiance.2025-954: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2025-1002: Acknowledge: Accept and open bids submitted for TDHCA Home Grant Reconstruction Assistance of (5) homes in Karnes County.2025-993: Acknowledge: Present Proclamation declaring September as "Suicide Awareness Month".2025-995: Acknowledge: Bond Continuation Received for Casey Ebrom - EMS Chief, Wayne Gisler, Road & Bridge Engineer, and Beth Montalvo - Elections Administrator.2025-1006: Acknowledge: Interlocal Cooperative Agreement for the cost sharing of Legislative Counsulting Services between the County of Karnes and County of DeWitt.2025-1000: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Proposal to combine polling locations for the November 4,2025 Constitutional Amendments Special Election.2025-1003: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Blood Service Agreement between South Texas Blood & Tissue and Karnes County EMS. If approved, allow County Judge to execute agreement.2025-996: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Selection of DRG Architects LLC, San Antonio, Texas to provide Design and Construction Administration Services for a new Karnes County Precinct 4 Service Center Building to be located in Runge, Texas, based on demonstrated comp2025-997: Discuss/Take possible action: Proposal by Precinct 4 Commissioner to issue request for qualifications (RFQ) to provide services for the design and construction of a new Karnes County Precinct 4 EMS Station to be located in Runge, Texas.2025-998: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: To retain attorney Jeff Chapman and the Chapman Law Firm as outside counsel for the purpose of construction related contract review and negotiation; legal advice; risk assessment; and document preparation in an amount not to ex2025-999: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by KCRB Engineer to extend the existing contracts listed below through FY 25-26: *FY 23-24 Term contract for roadside herbicide application with Antex Integrated, LLC*FY 24-25 Term contract for turn-key roadway c2025-1004: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Convene into executive session pursuant to Texas Gov. Code Section 551.071; to consult with County Attorney concerning roof installation on County offices located at 210 W. Calvert, Karnes City, Tx. 78118.2025-1005: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Convene into executive session pursuant to Texas Gov. Code Section 551.071 to consult with County Attorney concerning property, parcel #70542.2025-1007: Acknowledge: Reinstating "Burn Ban" for Karnes County.2025-1008: Discuss/Take possible action: To reinstate from the General Fund, Department 465- Judicial, Line item # 100-465-4602 Dist. Atty. Salary in compliance with Government Code Seciton 46.003.2025-955: Consent Agenda2025-963: Elections Dept.2025-976: Budget Amendments: 2025-142025-978: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2025-979: Updates From:2025-980: Commissioner Pct. #12025-981: Commissioner Pct. #22025-982: Commissioner Pct. #32025-983: Commissioner Pct. #42025-984: Reports From:2025-985: Tax Assessor/Collector2025-987: Treasurer2025-988: Discuss/Action regarding Treasurer's Report2025-989: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2025-990: Payment of bills.2025-991: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will hold a Public Hearing/Public Meeting/Special Meeting on September 9, 2025 at 6:00 PM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2025-992: Adjourn.2025-08-26 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - August 26, 2025
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Item-1: Agenda2025-887: Welcome.2025-888: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2025-889: Opening Prayer.2025-890: Pledge of Allegiance.2025-891: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2025-945: Acknowledge: Results from the August 5, 2025 Tax Sale.2025-948: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Interlocal agreement for 9-1-1 Public Safety Answering Point Services (PSAP)2025-934: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Declaring a fish aquarium from the Kenedy library as surplus and authorizing its sale at public auction.2025-933: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Consignment agreement between Karnes County and Alamo Auctioneers and designate County Judge as authorized signer.2025-936: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Declaring (8) Samsung, (4) LG, (2) Motorola, (1) ZTE, (1) ATT, and (99) Apple cell phones as surplus, authorizing the sale of working units and the disposal of non-functioning units.2025-932: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) Amendment and supplementary documentation contained therein for the Karnes County EMS Administration & Training Center and allow the County Judge to execute the amendment on behalf of Karnes Count2025-944: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Payout of any overtime balances as of August 31st 2025. Amount to be approved on September 9th meeting. Payout date of September 26th payroll.2025-938: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Transferring 1984 Bobcat 863 PIN# (Product Identification Number) 5026-M-20359 non working condition to surplus.2025-939: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Entering into a Memorandum of Agreement with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (Warrant Service Officer Program 287g).2025-940: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Updated Mutual Assistance Agreement between Karnes County Detention Facility and Karnes County Sheriff's Office.2025-941: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Memorandum of Understanding Sexual Assault Abuse Prevention and Intervention (SAAPI) Reporting Hotline, between Karnes County Detention Facility and Karnes County Sheriff's Office.2025-937: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove:: Authorizing the Sheriff to regulate on-call wrecker services for Karnes County to include a Service Agreement, Rules and Regulations, along with allowable charges, for crashes, non-consent arrest, impoundments, and non-acciden2025-949: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Convene into executive session pursuant to Texas Gov. Code section 551.071 to consult with County Attorney.2025-946: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: To retain attorney Jeff Chapman and the Chapman Law Firm as outside counsel for the purpose of construction related contract review and negotiation; legal advice; risk assessment; and document preparation.2025-994: Acknowledge: The 81st & 218th Judicial District CSCD (Adult Probation) proposed budget meeting for the FY 26-27 biennium is being filed with a Commissioner's Court within the CSCD's Judicial District-Karnes County, in accordance with Local Government Code2025-892: Consent Agenda2025-893: Reports:2025-899: District Clerk2025-901: I.T. Dept.2025-902: EMS2025-906: Constable Pct #12025-915: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2025-916: Updates From:2025-917: Commissioner Pct. #12025-918: Commissioner Pct. #22025-919: Commissioner Pct. #32025-920: Commissioner Pct. #42025-926: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2025-927: Payment of bills.2025-928: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on September 9, 2025 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2025-947: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will hold a Public Hearing/Public Meeting/Special Meeting on September 9, 2025 at 6:00 pm in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2025-929: Adjourn.2025-08-12 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - August 12, 2025
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Item-1: Agenda2025-687: Welcome.2025-688: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2025-689: Opening Prayer.2025-690: Pledge of Allegiance.2025-691: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2025-879: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Closing, abandoning, and vacating portions of Adam Lorenz Bridge Road and County Road 381 (a.k.a. North Second Street) because said portions of said roads sought to be closed, abandoned, and vacated have not been used by anyone2025-880: Acknowledge: Updating Karnes County Sheriff's office wrecker service agreement.2025-881: Acknowledge: Updated Mutual assistance agreement between Karnes County Detention Facility and Sheriff's Office.2025-882: Acknowledge: Updated MOU between Karnes Detention Facility and Sheriff's departments for the purpose of providing a sexual assault/abuse hotline.2025-731: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Bank Depository extension agreement with Falls City National Bank from August 1, 2025 to July 31, 2027.2025-732: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Order of Election for the November 4, 2025, Constitutional Amendment Election.2025-780: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Guaranteed maximum price (GMP) proposal from construction manager-at-risk (CMAR) Weaver & Jacobs Constructors for EMS Administration & Training Center project and allow the County Judge to enter into negotiations for the final 2025-730: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Request by County Clerk for a budget amendment to move $15,000 from GL=100-403-1050 (Chief Deputy) to GL=100-403-1040 (Deputy Clerks).2025-871: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Consignment agreement between Karnes County and Alamo Auctioneers and designate County Judge as authorized signer.2025-872: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Kenedy ISD Memorandum of Understanding for two (2) School Resource Officers.2025-873: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Declare unused electronic equipment as surplus property and authorize its sale at public auction.2025-874: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Putting a Chevy 2013 White Silverado maintenance truck VIN# 3GCPKSE76DG274654 to surplus to sell.2025-875: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Adoption of 2025 Karnes County Investment Policy & Strategies, Investment Committee and Appointment of Investment Officer.2025-876: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Declaring seven (7) center consoles from EMS units as surplus and authorize their sale at public auction.2025-877: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Declaring one (1) Speed Queen commercial dryer from EMS facility as surplus and authorize its sale at public auction.2025-878: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Declaring three (3) Motorola radios, miscellaneous wires and antennas from the Sheriff's office, as surplus and authorize their sale at public auction.2025-884: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Reinstating "Burn Ban" for Karnes County.2025-885: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: The fees for a Infrared Survey and Visual Survey area of plenum and gaps to provide a proposal for A-Lert and Karnes county.2025-886: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Amendments to proposed fiscal budget year 2025-2026 discussed in budget workshop held 8-5-25.2025-692: Consent Agenda2025-693: Reports:2025-694: Justice of the Peace Pct #12025-695: Justice of the Peace Pct #22025-696: Justice of the Peace Pct #32025-697: Justice of the Peace Pct #42025-700: Elections Dept.2025-704: Maintenance Dept.2025-705: Sheriff's Dept.2025-710: VSO2025-711: TxDMV2025-713: Budget Amendments: BA 2025-132025-715: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2025-716: Updates From:2025-717: Commissioner Pct. #12025-718: Commissioner Pct. #22025-719: Commissioner Pct. #32025-720: Commissioner Pct. #42025-721: Reports From:2025-722: Tax Assessor/Collector2025-723: Auditor2025-724: Treasurer2025-725: Discuss/Action regarding Treasurer's Report2025-726: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2025-727: Payment of bills.2025-728: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on August 26, 2025 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Multi-Purpose room, located at 210 W. Calvert, Suite 150, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2025-729: Adjourn.2025-07-22 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - July 22, 2025
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Item-1: Agenda2025-616: Welcome.2025-617: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2025-618: Opening Prayer.2025-619: Pledge of Allegiance.2025-620: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2025-684: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Resolution designating authorized signatories for Contractual and Financial Documents pertaining to the GLO Community Development Block Grant-Mitigation (DCBG-MiT) Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Program (LHMPP), Contract #22-130-2025-671: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Closing, abandoning and vacating portions of Adam Lorenz Bridge Road and CR 381 (a.k.a. North Second Street) because said portions of said roads sought to be closed, abandoned, and vacated have not been used by anyone for an un2025-672: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Bank Depository extension agreement with Falls City National Bank from August 1, 2025 to July 31, 2027.2025-669: Acknowledge: Successful completion of compliance survey and issuance of COLA Laboratory Accreditation to Karnes County EMS.2025-675: Acknowledge: Updating Karnes County Sheriff's office wrecker service agreement.2025-673: Acknowledge: Mutual assistance agreement between Karnes County Detention Facility and Sheriff's Office.2025-674: Acknowledge: MOU between Karnes Detention Facility and Sheriff's departments for the purpose of providing a sexual assault/abuse hotline.2025-686: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Setting fees charged for civil services by the Sheriff and Constables.2025-685: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Engage professional services of Armstrong, Vaughn & Associates, P.C. for Fiscal Year 2025 audit. Fee not to exceed $ 38,000.2025-677: Discuss: Presentation by FPC regarding findings of forensic assessments of Historical Courthouse deficiencies.2025-679: Discuss/take possible action: Relating to approval of the recommendations presented in the FPC Conditions Assessment Study to define the restoration project and construction budget.2025-676: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Authorizing FPC to proceed with the development of Construction Drawings for restoration of the Historical Courthouse in an amount not to exceed $480,000.2025-678: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation to establish a recurring Karnes County Commissioner agenda item at each Commissioner Court meeting to provide update of active Karnes County building construction projects by designated project manager.2025-683: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation to award SD Reyes a contract to provide site clean-up for 106 E. Front St., Runge, Texas (Karnes County Precinct 4 Service Center site). Total amount not to exceed $84,300.00.2025-682: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Declare 2 carport awnings located at 106 E. Front St., Runge, Texas; and 5 gray road barriers as surplus and transfer to KCRB dept. for use at their facility.2025-680: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Request by KCRB Engineer to obtain permit from TxDOT to install a culvert on SH 81 at CR 220 as part of the Hobson roadway and drainage reconstruction project.2025-681: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Request by KCRB Engineer for a budget amendment to transfer $65,000 from line item 200-680-3300 (Fuel) to line item 200-680-4510 (Heavy Equipment Repairs) to replace engine on a motorgrader (Unit #113).2025-621: Consent Agenda2025-622: Reports:2025-624: Justice of the Peace Pct #22025-626: Justice of the Peace Pct #42025-628: District Clerk2025-629: Elections Dept.2025-631: EMS2025-634: Sheriff's Dept.2025-635: Constable Pct #12025-637: Constable Pct #32025-640: TxDMV2025-642: Budget Amendments: BA 2025-11/ BA 2025-122025-644: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2025-645: Updates From:2025-646: Commissioner Pct. #12025-647: Commissioner Pct. #22025-648: Commissioner Pct. #32025-649: Commissioner Pct. #42025-650: Reports From:2025-652: Auditor2025-653: Treasurer2025-654: Discuss/Action regarding Treasurer's Report2025-655: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2025-656: Payment of bills.2025-657: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on August 12, 2025 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2025-658: Adjourn.2025-07-08 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - July 08, 2025
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2025-574: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________Item-1: Agenda2025-573: Welcome.2025-575: Opening Prayer.2025-576: Pledge of Allegiance.2025-577: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2025-662: Acknowledge: Due to Legislative changes; Effective Sept.1, 2025 all meetings must be posted 3 business days instead of the current 72 hours. This will cause current deadline requirements to be changed to the Monday at noon 1 week before court versus the 2025-668: Acknowledge: Status update on county buildings current projects.2025-659: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Falls City Public Library is requesting a Budget Amendment line item transfer in the amount of $2,000.00 from line item 250-650-3102 with $1000.00 to line item 250-651-4222 and the other $ 1000.00 to line item 250-651-5900 due 2025-663: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Resolution designating authorized signatories for Contractual and Financial Documents pertaining to the GLO Community Development Block Grant-Mitigation (DCBG-MIT) Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Program (LHMPP), Contract # 22-1302025-660: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: To certify receipt of new funds from Texas General Land Office -24-065-115-E928 - $2,197,900.00 and create new bank account for its use. Budget Amendment - BA 2025-092025-661: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Transfer $10,000.00 from GL # 100-510-4500 Building Repair to GL# 100-510-4552 Electrical/Air Cond. Repairs for future repairs in this years budget.2025-665: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: The Salary and Employee Policy Committees recommend an update to the current "Step Program" to address the 3% cost of living increase receive the FY 2023 and 2024 for employees that transfer/promote. The following attachment i2025-664: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Transfer $ 11,346.00 from GL # 142-271-2750 Contract Elections Funds to cover unforeseen expenses to GL # 100-407-4358 Election Expenses.2025-666: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Discuss and take action on applying for the 2025 HAVA Election Security Grant and Resolution for same.2025-667: Discuss/Take possible action: Proposal by Precinct 4 Commissioner to issue request for qualifications (RFQ) to provide services for the design and construction of a new Karnes County Precinct 4 Service Center Facility to be located in Runge, Texas.2025-578: Consent Agenda2025-579: Reports:2025-580: Justice of the Peace Pct #12025-582: Justice of the Peace Pct #32025-590: Maintenance Dept.2025-599: Budget Amendments: BA-2025-09, 2025-102025-601: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2025-602: Updates From:2025-603: Commissioner Pct. #12025-604: Commissioner Pct. #22025-605: Commissioner Pct. #32025-606: Commissioner Pct. #42025-607: Reports From:2025-608: Tax Assessor/Collector2025-612: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2025-613: Payment of bills.2025-614: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on July 22, 2025 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Multi-Purpose room, located at 210 W. Calvert, Suite 150, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2025-615: Adjourn.2025-06-24 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - June 24, 2025
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Item-1: Agenda2025-515: Welcome.2025-516: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2025-517: Opening Prayer.2025-518: Pledge of Allegiance.2025-519: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2025-570: Discuss: PHR 8 activities for the 2024 year. Briefly discuss and describe past/present activities in Karnes County.2025-565: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: County specific incentive program for employee health benefits.2025-567: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Order regarding transporting of Juveniles for Karnes/Wilson Juvenile Probation Department.2025-559: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Establishing a Salary Grievance Committee pursuant to Local Government Code 152.014 and determination of the Salary Grievance Committee.2025-558: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Selection of members of the Salary Grievance Committee, public members, alternate members and/or elected officials pursuant to Local Government code 152.015.2025-561: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Issuance of payment in full to Frazer LTD in the amount of $153,467.00 for the completed remount of Medic 920 and allow EMS Chief to sign purchasing documents and title application. If approved, payment will be hand-delivered u2025-562: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Declaring old ambulance chassis (VIN: 1FDUF4GT0KDA11854) as surplus and allowing the trade-in of this vehicle and transfer of title to Frazer LTD.2025-569: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Review and approve the 100% Construction Documents by Rawley McCoy and Associates for the Karnes County EMS Administration/Training Center and approve Weaver and Jacobs Constructors as Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) to mov2025-568: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Payment to MTM Recognition in the amount of $455.00, for past due invoice 6216103 from FY 24 that have remained unpaid. Product was ordered and received by previous administration on September 27, 2024. If approved, payment w2025-566: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Emergency replacement in county jail facility consisting of replacing or repairing the Moyer Diebel dishwasher model MD2000 PLUS. Purchasing new machine is $ 11,911.92 or repairing it $ 6,204.21. Either choice of new purchase 2025-572: Acknowledge: Constable Brynelsen has completed all mandated Policies that were rquired by TCOLE for a completion date of 6/01/2025 and they were submitted to TCOLE and approved.2025-571: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Request by KCRB Engineer to obtain permit from TxDOT to install temporary traffic control devices on SH 72 to warn of closure of CR 331. This work will be performed as part of the upcoming CR 331 Capital Road Improvement Proje2025-520: Consent Agenda2025-521: Reports:2025-522: Justice of the Peace Pct #12025-523: Justice of the Peace Pct #22025-524: Justice of the Peace Pct #32025-525: Justice of the Peace Pct #42025-527: District Clerk2025-528: Elections Dept.2025-529: I.T. Dept.2025-530: EMS2025-532: Maintenance Dept.2025-533: Sheriff's Dept.2025-534: Constable Pct #12025-536: Constable Pct #32025-539: TxDMV2025-543: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2025-544: Updates From:2025-545: Commissioner Pct. #12025-546: Commissioner Pct. #22025-547: Commissioner Pct. #32025-548: Commissioner Pct. #42025-554: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2025-555: Payment of bills.2025-556: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on July 8, 2025 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Multi- Purpose room, located at 210 W. Calvert, Suite 150, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2025-557: Adjourn.2025-06-10 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - June 10, 2025
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2025-435: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2025-440: Justice of the Peace Pct #3Item-1: Agenda2025-431: Welcome.2025-432: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2025-433: Opening Prayer.2025-434: Pledge of Allegiance.2025-499: Acknowledge: TCOLE policies mandated to be integrated for all law enforcement entities with a deadline of 6-1-25. Constable Precinct #1 has completed all policies and submitted to TCOLE Agency.2025-498: Acknowledge: Acceptance/Award of 2025 NRA Grant application for Constable Precinct #1. Grant funds total of $579.00 will be used to purchase a shotgun for Constable #1 office.2025-505: Acknowledge: TCOLE policies mandated to be integrated for all law enforcement entities with a deadline of 6-1-25. Constable Precinct #2 has completed all policies and submitted to TCOLE Agency.2025-504: Acknowledge: Acceptance/Award of 2025 NRA Grant application for Constable Precinct #2. Grant funds total of $579.00 will be used to purchase a shotgun for Constable #2 office.2025-501: Acknowledge: TCOLE policies mandated to be integrated for all law enforcement entities with a deadline of 6-1-25. Constable Precinct #3 has completed all policies and submitted to TCOLE Agency.2025-500: Acknowledge: Acceptance/Award of 2025 NRA Grant application for Constable Precinct #3. Grant funds total of $579.00 will be used to purchase a shotgun for Constable #3 use.2025-506: Acknowledge: Receipt of $500.00 donation to Karnes County EMS from the Panna Maria Men's Club. Funds are to be used at the discretion of the EMS Chief.2025-507: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Approve county owned properties to be sold at public auction pursuant to Section 263.001 of the Texas Local Government Code.2025-508: Discuss/Take possible action: Appoint sitting Commissioner to take all steps necessary to sell county-owned properties at public auction pursuant to Section 263.001 of the Texas Local Government Code.2025-510: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Obtaining outside legal council regarding environmental concerns relating to Conquista Project.2025-503: Acknowledge: Transfer of 2014 Brown Chevy Pick Up, VIN# 1GCRCREC6EZ219697 from the Sheriff's Office to the county maintenance department.2025-509: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Emergency replacement in county jail facility consisting of replacing one 8.5 ton RTU ($29,767.00). Purchasing new Unit system versus repairing 10 year old unit is more cost effective. Costs totaling $ 29,767.00, to be expense2025-502: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Payment to BEARCOM in the amount of $15,263.08. for past due invoice 5790943 from FY24 that have remained unpaid. Products were ordered and received by previous administration on/after March 28, 2024 (PO 56000463). If approve2025-560: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Excuting contract to purchase property in Gillett total of $55,000 for EMS expansion project in Gillett, Texas. If item is approved, payment would be expensed from GL # 100-500-4604 (Property Acquisitions).2025-512: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Proposal and Renewal for FY 2026 Employee Benefits.2025-437: Reports:2025-439: Justice of the Peace Pct #22025-441: Justice of the Peace Pct #42025-445: I.T. Dept.2025-449: Sheriff's Dept.2025-450: Constable Pct #12025-455: TxDMV2025-436: Consent Agenda2025-458: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2025-459: Updates From:2025-460: Commissioner Pct. #12025-461: Commissioner Pct. #22025-462: Commissioner Pct. #32025-463: Commissioner Pct. #42025-464: Reports From:2025-465: Tax Assessor/Collector2025-466: Auditor2025-467: Treasurer2025-468: Discuss/Action regarding Treasurer's Report2025-469: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2025-470: Payment of bills.2025-471: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on June 24, 2025 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2025-472: Adjourn.2025-05-27 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - May 27, 2025
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Item-1: Agenda2025-389: Welcome.2025-390: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2025-391: Opening Prayer.2025-392: Pledge of Allegiance.2025-393: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2025-496: Acknowledge: Official Oath and Bond received for Jamie Gonzales-Leal, County Clerk.2025-497: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Approve funding for FY 25 Karnes County transportation services offered by Alamo Regional Transit/Alamo Area Council of Governments in the amount $56,317.002025-495: Acknowledge: Telecommunications and other communications equipment/related services, financial equipment/systems for Inmates housed in Karnes County Jail.2025-492: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Payment to Motorola Solutions in the amount of $6,017.33, for past due invoices (8281711330,8281720825,8281770446) from FY 23 that have remained unpaid. Products were ordered and received by previous administration on/after A2025-491: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Declaring the following vehicles within the Karnes County Sheriff's Office as "surplus" and allowing for the appropriate sale and/or disposition.2025-493: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Transferring 2014 Chevy Pick-up, VIN# 1GCRCPEC1FZ167529 from the Sheriff's office to County Maintenance Department.2025-494: Discuss: Karnes County Road & Bridge Department update presentation.2025-394: Consent Agenda2025-395: Reports:2025-401: District Clerk2025-402: Elections Dept.2025-404: EMS2025-407: Sheriff's Dept.2025-412: VSO2025-414: Budget Amendments: BA 2025-082025-416: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2025-417: Updates From:2025-418: Commissioner Pct. #12025-419: Commissioner Pct. #22025-420: Commissioner Pct. #32025-421: Commissioner Pct. #42025-427: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2025-428: Payment of bills.2025-429: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on June 10, 2025 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Multi-Purpose room, located at 210 W. Calvert, Suite 150, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2025-430: Adjourn.2025-05-13 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - May 13, 2025
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Item-1: Agenda2025-347: Welcome.2025-348: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2025-349: Opening Prayer.2025-350: Pledge of Allegiance.2025-351: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2025-473: Acknowledge: The County Library Board approved Mandy Schueneman as a new County Library Board Member to represent the Runge Public Library. She replaced Sylvia Davila.2025-480: Acknowledge: Proclamation recognizing Karnes County "Mental Health Awareness Month" in May 2025.2025-484: Acknowledge: Proclamation recognizing May as "Brain Awareness Month and May 7th as Brain Donation Awareness Day" in Karnes County.2025-375: Updates From:2025-376: Commissioner Pct. #12025-475: Acknowledge: Receipt of donation made to Karnes County EMS in the amount of $500 from Jane Brimble Tennant. Funds are to be used at the discretion of the EMS Chief.2025-476: Acknowledge: Receipt of FY25 County "911" Funds from Southwest Texas Regional Advisory Council (STRAC) in the amount of $8,594.00. Funds are to be used on eligible projects/expenses prior to 08/31/2025.2025-477: Acknowledge: Proclamation recognizing the week of May 18-24, 2025, as Emergency Medical Services Week.2025-481: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Lifting/Removing current "Burn Ban" in effect for Karnes County.2025-478: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Negotiating a 2-year extension with Falls City National Bank for bank depository bid.2025-479: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Going out for bids for bank depository contract effective August 1, 2025.2025-482: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Auctioning KCSO vehicles beyond reasonable repair.2025-483: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Line item transfer in the amount of $20,000 from GL 100-560-5711 (Vehicles) to GL 100-560-5712 (Vehicle Equipment) to purchase needed vehicle and install cost.2025-486: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Appointing Tammy Braudaway, Karnes County Tax Assessor-Collector to calculate the no-new tax rate and the voter approval tax rate for the 2025 tax year.2025-487: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: To approve Annual fee for Tax Collection Software Contract with Pritchard & Abbott, Inc. (P & A) for October 2025-September 2027. It has been reviewed by the County Attorney. Contract contains all Tax Collection Software, Offi2025-485: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Appointing a county representative to fill the vacancy on the "Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Board".2025-488: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Request by KCRB Engineer to obtain permit from TxDOT to install culvert at the intersection of CR 175 and FM 626 in Precinct 1.2025-352: Consent Agenda2025-353: Reports:2025-354: Justice of the Peace Pct #12025-355: Justice of the Peace Pct #22025-356: Justice of the Peace Pct #32025-357: Justice of the Peace Pct #42025-361: I.T. Dept.2025-363: KCRB/SPE.PRJ/LANDFILL2025-364: Maintenance Dept.2025-366: Constable Pct #12025-368: Constable Pct #32025-371: TxDMV2025-474: County Library2025-374: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2025-377: Commissioner Pct. #22025-378: Commissioner Pct. #32025-379: Commissioner Pct. #42025-380: Reports From:2025-381: Tax Assessor/Collector2025-382: Auditor2025-383: Treasurer2025-384: Discuss/Action regarding Treasurer's Report2025-385: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2025-386: Payment of bills.2025-387: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on May 27, 2025 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2025-388: Adjourn.2025-04-22 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - April 22, 2025
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Item-1: Agenda2025-271: Welcome.2025-272: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2025-273: Opening Prayer.2025-274: Pledge of Allegiance.2025-275: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2025-339: Acknowledge: Fernando Rios III to be added as Reserve Deputy Constable for Precinct #1.2025-341: Acknowledge: Sheriff's Department 2025 Community Easter Egg Hunt donation list.2025-335: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Contract from Thomas Reuters (CLEAR). CLEAR is an investigative tool that will be used at the Sheriff's Office.2025-336: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Contract regarding "ERAD". This is a data collection investigative tool for the Sheriff's Office.2025-338: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Pipeline abandonment request from "Repsol Services Company", (1) 3" fiberspar line under CR 125.2025-337: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Review Precincts for Compliance according to Sec. 42031 TEC. During March or April of each odd-numbered year, each commissioners court shall determine whether the county election precincts comply with Sections 42.005, 42.006, 2025-342: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Designating eight (8) office chairs and one desk as surplus items and donating them to the "Thriving Hearts Crisis Center's " office furniture drive. Guadalupe Valley Family Violence Shelter, EIN: 74-2258480, DBA: Thriving Hea2025-344: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Award estimate for installing Bronze aluminum storefront frame with 1/4' clear laminated glass on counter top size 419" x 52" at 200 E. Calvert Annex for $18,097.17 using Security Upgrade expense # 100-500-5732.2025-345: Acknowledge: The retirement of County Clerk Carol Swize to be effective May 23, 2025.2025-346: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Consider and take appropriate action to appoint Jamie Leal as County Clerk to serve the remainder of the unexpired term ending December 31, 2026; with the swearing in to take place on May 23, 2025 at 3:00pm.2025-276: Consent Agenda2025-277: Reports:2025-278: Justice of the Peace Pct #12025-283: District Clerk2025-284: Elections Dept.2025-286: EMS2025-288: Maintenance Dept.2025-290: Constable Pct #12025-292: Constable Pct #32025-298: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2025-299: Updates From:2025-300: Commissioner Pct. #12025-301: Commissioner Pct. #22025-302: Commissioner Pct. #32025-303: Commissioner Pct. #42025-309: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2025-310: Payment of bills.2025-311: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on May 13, 2025 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2025-312: Adjourn.2025-04-08 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - April 08, 2025
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2025-267: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.Item-1: Agenda2025-229: Welcome.2025-230: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2025-231: Opening Prayer.2025-232: Pledge of Allegiance.2025-233: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2025-332: Acknowledge: Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month Proclamation on behalf of Children's Alliance of South Texas, A Child Advocacy Center.2025-333: Acknowledge: "PQRP-SILVER Level" Recognition; electronic insignia presented to Tammy Braudaway-Karnes County Tax Assessor/Collector made by TxDMV. This recognition can be posted to the county website and linked to the TxDMV website which explains the pro2025-328: Acknowledge: Karnes County Employee Appreciation Luncheon will be Friday, April 25, 2025, from 11:30am to 1:00pm at the Karnes City Columbus Club2025-268: Payment of bills.2025-328: Acknowledge: The Appointment of Four (4) Deputy Constables for Precinct #4: Daniel Esparza, Dwayne Villanueva, Richard Banduch and Robert Ebrom Jr.2025-326: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Declare faulty and outdated electronics as surplus to be recycled by VH Techworks. VH Techworks will provide this service at no cost to the county.2025-327: Acknowledge: Karnes County will utilize Alliance Recovery LLC for waste motor oil, oil filter, and antifreeze disposal. Alliance Recovery will provide these services at no cost to the county.2025-323: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Initial construction manager at-risk (CMAR) estimate of probable cost and 100% design development drawings for EMS Administration & Training Center project.2025-325: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Resolution adopting the prevailing wage rate determination as established by the U.S. Department of Labor in accordance with the Davis-Bacon Act as required by Chapter 2258 of the Texas Government Code. If adopted, the resoluti2025-329: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: PY 2026 Body Worn Camera Program #54153012025-330: Discuss/Take possible action: The Environmental Study submitted by Michael Petter of Resource and Land Management, Inc. for 106 Front E Street, Runge, Texas (proposed site of JP4 Service Center).2025-331: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Request by KCRB Engineer to obtain permits from TxDOT to work in TxDOT right-of-way to tie in County Drainage and Paving Project Improvements at the intersections of CR 254, FM 2724, Cr 264 and FM 887. Item has been listed on p2025-234: Consent Agenda2025-235: Reports:2025-237: Justice of the Peace Pct #22025-238: Justice of the Peace Pct #32025-239: Justice of the Peace Pct #42025-252: VSO2025-253: TxDMV2025-334: IT Dept2025-256: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2025-257: Updates From:2025-258: Commissioner Pct. #12025-259: Commissioner Pct. #22025-260: Commissioner Pct. #32025-261: Commissioner Pct. #42025-262: Reports From:2025-263: Tax Assessor/Collector2025-264: Auditor2025-265: Treasurer2025-266: Discuss/Action regarding Treasurer's Report2025-269: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on April 22, 2025 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2025-270: Adjourn.2025-03-25 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - March 25, 2025
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2025-195: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2025-196: Updates From:Item-1: Agenda2025-168: Welcome.2025-169: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2025-170: Opening Prayer.2025-171: Pledge of Allegiance.2025-172: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2025-316: Acknowledge: Soil & Water Stewardship Week Proclamation for April 27, 2025 - May 4, 2025.2025-320: Acknowledge: Proclamation declaring April 2025 as Sexual Assault Awareness month.2025-313: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Presentaiton on proposed Karnes County transportation route services offered by Alamo Regional Transit/Alamo Area Council of Governments.2025-321: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Reinstating "Burn Ban" for Karnes County.2025-317: Acknowledge: Karnes/Wilson County Juvenile Probation Department FY 24 Annual Independent Audit by Armstrong, Vaughn & Associates.2025-315: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Payment in full of sales tax overpayment in the amount of $215,246.56. If paid in full, we can reduce by 2% service fee. Total would than be $210,941.63.2025-318: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Lease agreement with the Karnes County Youth Show, Inc. and Karnes County2025-319: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Resolution Operation Lonestar (OLS) FY-2026 # 5371101.2025-322: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Request by KCRB Engineer to obtain permits from TxDOT to work in TxDOT right-of-way to tie in County Drainage and Paving Project Improvements at the intersections of CR 254, FM 2724, CR 264 and FM 887. Item was listed on 3-11-22025-314: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by Special Projects Manager and KCRB Engineer to approve plat for subdivision of property on CR 128 submitted to Karnes County from Atlas Oil Company.2025-173: Consent Agenda2025-174: Reports:2025-175: Justice of the Peace Pct #12025-178: Justice of the Peace Pct #42025-180: District Clerk2025-181: Elections Dept.2025-183: EMS2025-184: KCRB/SPE.PRJ/LANDFILL2025-189: Constable Pct #32025-197: Commissioner Pct. #12025-198: Commissioner Pct. #22025-199: Commissioner Pct. #32025-200: Commissioner Pct. #42025-206: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2025-207: Payment of bills.2025-208: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on April 8, 2025 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Multi-Purpose room, located at 210 W. Calvert, Suite 150, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2025-209: Adjourn.2025-03-11 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - March 11, 2025
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2025-123: TxDMVItem-1: Agenda2025-99: Welcome.2025-100: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2025-101: Opening Prayer.2025-102: Pledge of Allegiance.2025-103: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2025-217: Discuss/Take possible action: Presentation on proposed Karnes County transportation route services offered by Alamo Regional Transit/Alamo Area Council of Governments.2025-226: Acknowledge: Introduction from "Bluebonnet Fiber" offering broadband services to communities/businesses in rural areas.2025-210: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: A-lert Roofing to go over the bid that was submitted for Roof overlay on 210 W. Calvert, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2025-212: Acknowledge: The following County Library Board Members were elected as officers on 2-4-25 as follows: Lisa Cumings elected Chairman, Dixie Mutz elected Vice Chair, Cathy Steger elected Secretary, Rose Funke elected Treasurer. The following are the curre2025-211: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Award Contractor bid for TDHCA Contract #1003578 (HOME Grant). (2) bids were previously submitted and opened on 2-25-25 meeting.2025-215: Acknowledge: Receipt of Silesia for Silesian Texans book, The Father Leopold Moczygemba Foundation book, Ethnic Identity of Decendants of the 19th Century Emigrants from the European Region of Upper Silesia to Texas book donated by Msgr. Frank Kurzaj to K2025-227: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Use of leftover gift cards.2025-219: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Payment of United Healthcare balance.2025-213: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Resolution supporting and favoring the passage of HB3000/SB1377 related to the creation of a Rural Ambulance Service Grant Fund.2025-216: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Line-item transfer in the amount of $5,681.79 from GL 100-500-4820 (EMS REMOUNT) to GL 100-540-4540 (VEHICLE MAINT. & REPAIRS) for the unforeseen purchase of a new Onan generator for the EMS department ambulance fleet.2025-214: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Create Sheriff Medical provider position $36,000.00 100-560-1215 to be funded from Sheriff Medical Director 100-560-1214. Budget amendment 2025-06.2025-221: Acknowledge: Official Bond and Oath received for Tammy Braudaway, Tax Assessor/Collector (County Bond).2025-222: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Updated Employment Application for use by all county departments.2025-220: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Conducting pre-employment background checks and driving record inquiries on applicants prior to hiring for any county position.2025-223: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Use of "First Advantage" for Pre-employment background checks.2025-224: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by KCRB Engineer to extend the completion date for the CR 182 Drainage and Paving Construction Project to March 28, 2025.2025-225: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Request by KCRB Engineer to obtain permits from TxDOT to work in TxDOT right-of-way to tie in County Drainage and Paving Project Improvements at the intersections of CR 254 and FM 2724 and at CR 264 and Fm 887.2025-104: Consent Agenda2025-105: Reports:2025-107: Justice of the Peace Pct #22025-108: Justice of the Peace Pct #32025-116: Maintenance Dept.2025-118: Constable Pct #12025-124: Budget Amendments: BA2025-06; 2025-072025-126: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2025-127: Updates From:2025-128: Commissioner Pct. #12025-129: Commissioner Pct. #22025-130: Commissioner Pct. #32025-131: Commissioner Pct. #42025-132: Reports From:2025-133: Tax Assessor/Collector2025-134: Auditor2025-135: Treasurer2025-136: Discuss/Action regarding Treasurer's Report2025-137: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2025-138: Payment of bills.2025-139: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on March 25, 2025 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2025-140: Adjourn.2025-02-25 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - February 25, 2025
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Item-1: Agenda2025-57: Welcome.2025-58: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2025-59: Opening Prayer.2025-60: Pledge of Allegiance.2025-61: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2025-157: Acknowledge: Accept and Open bids submitted for TDHCA Contract # 1003578. HOME Grant Reconstruction/Assistance of (3) homes within Karnes County.2025-164: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Contract ceremony signing between Karnes County and VTX Communications. Acknowledging the successful efforts advocating for a critical infrastructure investment, resulting in the awarding of a BOOT II Grant totaling $51,073,232025-158: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Presentation and approval of FY24 Annual Independent Audit by Armstrong, Vaughan & Associates, P. C.2025-161: Acknowledge: Receipt of donation in the amount of $1,500.00 from Karnes Electric Cooperative to Karnes County EMS. Funds are to be used at the discretion of the EMS Chief(s).2025-160: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: 2025-2026 Grant Resolution for the Truancy Prevention Program through the Karnes/Wilson Juvenile Probation Department.2025-166: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Adopting Local Procurement Policies & Procedures pertaining to the GLO Community Development Block Grant- Mitigation (CDBG-MIT) Method of Distribution (MOD) Program, Infrastructure Contract Number 24-065-115-E928.2025-167: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Adopting Local Financial Policy & Procedures pertaining to the GLO Community Development Block Grant-Mitigation (CDBG-MIT) Method of Distribution (MOD) Program, Infrastructure Contract Number 24-065-115-E928.2025-159: Acknowledge: Karnes County Sheriff's Office Racial Profiling Report for Year 2024.2025-162: Discuss/Take possible action: Presentation of United Healthcare audit and make recommendation for final payment to the carrier.2025-163: Discuss/Take possible action: Presentation of Employee Gift card audit and make recommendation for use of remaining gift cards.2025-165: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: A-lert Roofing to go over the bid that was submitted for Roof overlay on 210 W. Calvert, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2025-62: Consent Agenda2025-63: Reports:2025-64: Justice of the Peace Pct #12025-69: District Clerk2025-71: I.T. Dept.2025-72: EMS2025-74: Maintenance Dept.2025-80: VSO2025-84: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2025-85: Updates From:2025-86: Commissioner Pct. #12025-87: Commissioner Pct. #22025-88: Commissioner Pct. #32025-89: Commissioner Pct. #42025-95: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2025-96: Payment of bills.2025-97: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on March 11, 2025 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Multi-Purpose Room, located at 210 W. Calvert, Suite 150, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2025-98: Adjourn.2025-02-11 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - February 11, 2025
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2025-154: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Funding regarding Sheriff's Department and CRCS(Caminal Real) Karnes County Community Response Team.2025-152: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Falls City ISD Memorandum of Understanding for two (2) School Resource Officers.Item-1: Agenda2025-15: Welcome.2025-16: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2025-17: Opening Prayer.2025-18: Pledge of Allegiance.2025-19: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2025-150: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Approve and Appoint Danny Denson to the Karnes County Emergency Services District #1 Board of Directors.2025-153: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Entering into a contractual agreement with Motorola for 39 Body Cameras, and 29 in Car Camera Systems.2025-144: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Adopt Resolution regarding Civil Rights Policies for the GLO Community Development Block Grant - Mitigation (CDBG-MIT) Method Of Distribution (MOD) Program, Contract #24-064-115-E928.2025-145: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Resolution Designating Authorized Signatories for Contractual and Financial Documents pertaining to the GLO Community Development Block Grant - Mitigation (CDBG-MIT) Method of Distribution (MOD) Program, Contract #24-065-115-E92025-146: Acknowledge: Proclamation declaring "FEBRUARY 2025" as Karnes County's Fair Housing Month.2025-147: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Amendment #1 for the Grant Administration Services contract for the Community Development Block Grant - Mitigation (CDBG-MIT) Method of Distribution (MOD) Program Contract #24-065-115-E928.2025-155: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Amendment #1 for the Engineering Services contract for the Community Development Block Grant - Mitigation (CDBG-MIT) Method of Distribution (MOD) Program Contract Number #24-065-115-E928.2025-149: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Phase I Environmental Assessment for 106 East Front Street, Runge, Texas 78151.2025-142: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Amending permit fee for county road entrance.2025-141: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner (Karnes County) and Construction Manager (Weaver & Jacobs Constructors, Inc.) as Constructor for the EMS Administration & Training Center project and allow County Judge to execute agreeme2025-143: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Travel out of state to attend the FY 2025 Budget approved Election Center Workshop and Courses to be held in Little Rock, Arkansas on February 26 - March 2, 2025, and in Raleigh, North Carolina on March 27-28, 2025 for the Elec2025-151: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Extending Project 20240417-001 to May 31, 2025, for the Modification to KCRB Shop Facility. C & C Custom Construction are the contractors on this project.2025-20: Consent Agenda2025-21: Reports:2025-23: Justice of the Peace Pct #22025-24: Justice of the Peace Pct #32025-25: Justice of the Peace Pct #42025-28: Elections Dept.2025-34: Constable Pct #12025-36: Constable Pct #32025-39: TxDMV2025-40: Budget Amendments: BA 2025-052025-42: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2025-43: Updates From:2025-44: Commissioner Pct. #12025-45: Commissioner Pct. #22025-46: Commissioner Pct. #32025-47: Commissioner Pct. #42025-48: Reports From:2025-49: Tax Assessor/Collector2025-50: Auditor2025-51: Treasurer2025-52: Discuss/Action regarding Treasurer's Report2025-53: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2025-54: Payment of bills.2025-156: Acknowledge: Commissioners Court will attend a mandatory "Discrimination and Harrasment Training" immediately upon the termination of our regular court meeting; to be held in the Karnes County Multi-Purpose Room, 210 W. Calvert, Suite 150, Karnes City, 2025-55: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on February 25, 2025 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Multi-Purpose Room, located at 210 W. Calvert, Suite 150, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2025-56: Adjourn.2025-01-28 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - January 28, 2025
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Item-1: Agenda2024-3017: Welcome.2024-3018: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2024-3019: Opening Prayer.2024-3020: Pledge of Allegiance.2024-3021: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2025-7: Acknowledge: Completion of required training for Elected Official-County Commissioner Precinct #1.2025-8: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Candidate finalist (Alyssa Lyssy) for County Extension Agent for Ag/Natural Resources by Donnie Montemayor, Texas A & M AgriLife Extension Service District 11 Extension Administrator.2025-6: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Resolution Opposing elimination of Countywide polling place program, Opposing Elimination of Electronic Pollbooks and Opposing Elimination of Electronic Ballot Marking Devices.2025-10: Acknowledge: End of Term Auditors for Sheriff Dwayne Villanueva, Constable Prct.#4 Fernando Rios, County Attorney David Chapman, and Commissioner Prct.#1 Shelby Dupnik.2025-9: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: 2025 Karnes County Resolution for payment "Non commissioners Court" claims.2025-11: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Convene into Executive Session pursuant to Tex. Govt. Code Section 551.074 to discuss Personnel policy compliance procedures.2025-13: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Convene into Executive Session pursuant to Tex. Govt. Code 551.074 to discuss personnel matters related to the County Road & Bridge Engineer.2025-12: Discuss/Take possible action: Action to be taken from Executive Session item #11.2025-14: Discuss/Take possible action: Action to be taken from Executive Session item #12.2024-3022: Consent Agenda2024-3023: Reports:2024-3029: District Clerk2024-3030: Elections Dept.2024-3032: EMS2024-3042: Budget Amendments: BA 2025-03; BA 2025-042024-3044: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2024-3045: Updates From:2024-3046: Commissioner Pct. #12024-3047: Commissioner Pct. #22024-3048: Commissioner Pct. #32024-3049: Commissioner Pct. #42024-3055: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2024-3056: Payment of bills.2024-3057: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on February 11, 2025 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2024-3058: Adjourn.2025-01-14 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - January 14, 2025
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2025-2: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Karnes County Sheriff's office budget adjustment.Item-1: Agenda2024-2975: Welcome.2024-2976: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2024-2977: Opening Prayer.2024-2978: Pledge of Allegiance.2024-2979: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2025-1: Acknowledge: In memory of Miss Peggy Hailey, a $10,000 donation was made to the Runge Public Library from the L.B. Hailey Family Limited Partnership.2025-5: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Lifting/removing Burn Ban currently in place in Karnes County.2025-4: Acknowledge: Official Bond and Oath received for Jennifer Tapia, County Attorney; Rachel Garcia, Justice of the Peace Pct.1; David Wiatrek, Commissioner Pct.1; James Rosales, Commissioner Pct.3; Wesley Gisler, Commissioner Pct.4, Steven Bailey, Sheriff; 2025-3: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Additional full-time Karnes County Sheriff's personnel for two (2) School Resource Officers, four (4) jailers and one (1) Dispatcher.2024-2980: Consent Agenda2024-2981: Reports:2024-2982: Justice of the Peace Pct #12024-2983: Justice of the Peace Pct #22024-2984: Justice of the Peace Pct #32024-2985: Justice of the Peace Pct #42024-2991: KCRB/SPE.PRJ/LANDFILL2024-2992: Maintenance Dept.2024-2994: Constable Pct #12024-2998: VSO2024-2999: TxDMV2024-3001: Minutes2024-3002: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2024-3003: Updates From:2024-3004: Commissioner Pct. #12024-3005: Commissioner Pct. #22024-3006: Commissioner Pct. #32024-3007: Commissioner Pct. #42024-3008: Reports From:2024-3009: Tax Assessor/Collector2024-3010: Auditor2024-3011: Treasurer2024-3012: Discuss/Action regarding Treasurer's Report2024-3013: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2024-3014: Payment of bills.2024-3015: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on January 28, 2025 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2024-3016: Adjourn.2024-12-20 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - December 20, 2024
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Item-1: Agenda2024-2916: Welcome.2024-2917: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2024-2918: Opening Prayer.2024-2919: Pledge of Allegiance.2024-2920: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2024-2969: Acknowledge: Acknowledge and present the continuing education transcript for the reporting period of January 1, 2024-December 31, 2024 of hours received by Tammy Braudaway, Karnes County Tax Assessor-Collector. This is a requirement of this office, and i2024-3064: Acknowledge: The annual tax report of taxes collected during the fiscal year 2023-2024 required by tax code Sec. 31.10(b).2024-3065: Acknowledge: Constable Prct#2 vehicle exchange with Constable Prct.#4 vehicle.2024-3062: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Executing background investigation reports for Karnes County through "Guardian".2024-3063: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Authorizing Declaration of Local State of Disaster for Karnes County.2024-3061: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Temporarily amending the Karnes County Pay Policy effective Jan. 1, 2025, to allow the Sheriff's Office to pay overtime instead of comp. time.2024-3066: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Requesting Sheriff Department Audit for end of office term.2024-2968: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove the ranking and recommendation of the selection committee for the Construction Manager-at-Risk (CMAR) for the Karnes County EMS - Administration/Training Center project.2024-2970: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove resolution certifying that all remaining American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds have been committed for expenditure in accordance with federal rules & regulations.2024-2972: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove CY 2025 fee schedule for Karnes County EMS2024-3060: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Presentation of FY24 Karnes County Sheriff's Jail Commissary Audit.2024-2921: Consent Agenda2024-2922: Reports:2024-2928: District Clerk2024-2929: Elections Dept.2024-2931: EMS2024-2937: Constable Pct #32024-2938: Constable Pct #42024-2941: Budget Amendments:BA-2025-022024-2942: Minutes2024-2943: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2024-2944: Updates From:2024-2945: Commissioner Pct. #12024-2946: Commissioner Pct. #22024-2947: Commissioner Pct. #32024-2948: Commissioner Pct. #42024-2954: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2024-2955: Payment of bills.2024-2956: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on January 14, 2025 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2024-2957: Adjourn.2024-12-10 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - December 10, 2024
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Item-1: Agenda2024-2874: Welcome.2024-2875: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2024-2876: Opening Prayer.2024-2877: Pledge of Allegiance.2024-2878: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2024-2965: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Acceptance of proposals submitted for Archives Storage Building.2024-2967: Acknowledge: Mr. John Banks of Perdue, Brandon, Fielder, Collins & Mott LLP donation of $1,000 to the Karnes County Employee Holiday Luncheon Thursday, December 12, 2024.2024-2966: Acknowledge: Official Bond and Oath received for Vida Swierc, County Treasurer.2024-2879: Consent Agenda2024-2880: Reports:2024-2881: Justice of the Peace Pct #12024-2882: Justice of the Peace Pct #22024-2883: Justice of the Peace Pct #32024-2884: Justice of the Peace Pct #42024-2888: I.T. Dept.2024-2891: Maintenance Dept.2024-2892: Sheriff's Dept.2024-2893: Constable Pct #12024-2898: TxDMV2024-2900: Minutes2024-2901: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2024-2902: Updates From:2024-2903: Commissioner Pct. #12024-2904: Commissioner Pct. #22024-2905: Commissioner Pct. #32024-2906: Commissioner Pct. #42024-2907: Reports From:2024-2908: Tax Assessor/Collector2024-2909: Auditor2024-2910: Treasurer2024-2911: Discuss/Action regarding Treasurer's Report2024-2912: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2024-2913: Payment of bills.2024-2914: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on DECEMBER 20, 2024 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2024-2915: Adjourn.2024-11-26 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - November 26, 2024
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2024-2832: Welcome.Item-1: Agenda2024-2833: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2024-2834: Opening Prayer.2024-2835: Pledge of Allegiance.2024-2836: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2024-2958: Acknowledge: Texans Feeding Texans-Home Delivered Meal Grant Program Resolution authorizing county grant program year 2025.2024-2964: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: 2025 Karnes County Holiday Schedule.2024-2960: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation of the Selection Review Committee to award by resolution a contract for administrative services pertaining to the application and implementation of the 2025-2026 Texas Department of Agriculture TxCDBG grant and a2024-2961: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Resolution authorizing the submission of a 2025/2026 TxCDBG application to the Texas Department of Agriculture and committing matching funds.2024-2962: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Action to sponsor El Oso Water Supply Corporation for the Texas Department of Agriculture 2025/2026 TxCDBG project.2024-2963: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: 2025 Grant Resolution for the Texas Indigent Defense Grant Program.2024-2837: Consent Agenda2024-2838: Reports:2024-2849: Maintenance Dept.2024-2855: VSO2024-2858: Minutes2024-2859: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2024-2860: Updates From:2024-2861: Commissioner Pct. #12024-2862: Commissioner Pct. #22024-2863: Commissioner Pct. #32024-2864: Commissioner Pct. #42024-2870: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2024-2871: Payment of bills.2024-2872: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on December 10, 2024 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Multi-Purpose Room, located at 210 W. Calvert, Suite 150, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2024-2873: Adjourn.2024-11-12 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - November 12, 2024
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2024-2689: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________Item-1: Agenda2024-2685: Welcome.2024-2686: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2024-2687: Opening Prayer.2024-2688: Pledge of Allegiance.2024-2724: Payment of bills.2024-2743: Acknowledge: Karnes County Employee Holiday Luncheon will be Thursday, December 12, 2024, from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm at the KC Knights of Columbus Hall.2024-2744: Acknowledge: Bond Continuation received for Thomas Dupnick, County Auditor, and Official Oath and Bond received for Donald Hons, Constable Precinct 2.2024-2741: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Request for Proposals (RFP) for Construction Manager-at-Risk (CMAR) for the Karnes County EMS Administration/Training Center. If approved, proposals must be received NLT 2:00 PM on Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024 as described in p2024-2745: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by KCRB Engineer to extend the duration of the CR 175 Capital Construction Contract (Contract #20240711-001) with ABN Construction by 45 calendar days.2024-2746: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by KCRB Engineer to extend the duration of the CR 182 Capital Construction Contract (Contract # 20240711-002) with ABN Construction by 85 calendar days.2024-2690: Consent Agenda2024-2691: Reports:2024-2692: Justice of the Peace Pct #12024-2693: Justice of the Peace Pct #22024-2694: Justice of the Peace Pct #32024-2695: Justice of the Peace Pct #42024-2697: District Clerk2024-2698: Elections Dept.2024-2699: I.T. Dept.2024-2700: EMS2024-2703: Sheriff's Dept.2024-2704: Constable Pct #12024-2707: Constable Pct #42024-2709: TxDMV2024-2710: Budget Amendments: BA2025-012024-2712: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2024-2713: Updates From:2024-2714: Commissioner Pct. #12024-2715: Commissioner Pct. #22024-2716: Commissioner Pct. #32024-2717: Commissioner Pct. #42024-2718: Reports From:2024-2719: Tax Assessor/Collector2024-2720: Auditor2024-2721: Treasurer2024-2722: Discuss/Action regarding Treasurer's Report2024-2723: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2024-2725: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet for a Special meeting to Canvas Election Results on November 18, 2024 at 10:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2024-2726: Adjourn.2024-10-22 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - October 22, 2024
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Item-1: Agenda2024-2517: Welcome.2024-2518: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2024-2519: Opening Prayer.2024-2520: Pledge of Allegiance.2024-2521: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2024-2729: Acknowledge:Recognition/Presentation of award and letter of commendation to citizen(s) and phoenix awards to EMS crew members for their life-saving efforts that were provided to a cardiac arrest victim on Spetember 11,2024.2024-2737: Acknowledge: October 6-12, 2024 as National 4-H Week in Karnes County.2024-2728: Acknowledge: FY 2025 ORDER APPOINTING COUNTY AUDITOR to be in the recorded minutes of Commissioner's Court as required by LGC 84.003 (b).2024-2739: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Reinstating "Burn Ban" for Karnes County.2024-2738: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Authorizing Karnes County Judge to issue RFP for administrative services for grant pre-application (Phase I), application (Phase II) and implementation services for the 2025-2026 Texas Community Development Block Grant Program 2024-2735: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Convene into Executive Session pursuant to Tex. Govt. Code Section 551.072 to deliberate the purchase, exhange, lease, or value of real property related to private resale of trust property. (Item tabled from 9-24-24 meeting)2024-2736: Discuss/Take possible action: Reconvene into public and open session to take action as appropriate in the courts discretion related to the private resale of tax trust property. (Item tabled from previous meeting 9-24-24)2024-2731: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Budget amendment and line-item transfer of $15,000.00 from GL 100-540-1082 (Assoc.Medical Director) to GL 100-540-1083 (Lab Technical Consultant) for the purpose of engaging a technical consultant for laboratory accreditation w2024-2730: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Request for Proposals (RFP) for Construction Manager-at-Risk (CMAR) for the Karnes County EMS Administration/Training Center. If approved, proposals must be received NLT 2:00 PM on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 as described in pu2024-2732: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by KCRB Engineer to award contracts for FY 24-25 Turnkey Maintenance and Construction Road Improvement Projects to BRM Trucking & Construction LLC, ABN Construction LLC, and CK Newberry LLC.2024-2733: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by KCRB Engineer to award contracts for FY 24-25 Drainage Maintenance and Construction Road Improvement Projects to SD Reyes.2024-2734: Discuss: Presentation by TXDOT to provide status update on bridge replacement projects on CR 230, CR 326, and other planned TXDOT Projects in Karnes County.2024-2522: Consent Agenda2024-2523: Reports:2024-2529: District Clerk2024-2532: EMS2024-2538: Constable Pct #32024-2540: VSO2024-2544: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2024-2545: Updates From:2024-2546: Commissioner Pct. #12024-2547: Commissioner Pct. #22024-2548: Commissioner Pct. #32024-2549: Commissioner Pct. #42024-2550: Reports From:2024-2552: Auditor2024-2553: Treasurer2024-2554: Discuss/Action regarding Treasurer's Report2024-2555: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2024-2556: Payment of bills.2024-2557: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on November 12, 2024 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2024-2558: Adjourn.2024-10-08 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - October 08, 2024
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Item-1: Agenda2024-2459: Welcome.2024-2460: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2024-2461: Opening Prayer.2024-2462: Pledge of Allegiance.2024-2463: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2024-2683: Acknowledge: The FY 2025 salary orders for the County Auditor and all assistant auditors to be in the recorded minutes of Commissioner's Court as required by LGC 152.031 (b).2024-2684: Acknowledge: The FY 2025 salary orders for the 81st & 218th District Court Reporters to be in the recorded minutes of Commissioner's Court as required by Local Government Code.2024-2678: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation to award DRG Architects LLC a contract to provide Design and Construction Administration Services for a new Karnes County Precinct 2 Service Center.2024-2679: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: To use SB22 Funds awarded to the Karnes County Attorney's Office to pay the salary of the Victim Services Coordinator as follows: 776-476-1020 VSC hourly $67,683.20; 776-476-1295 Longevity pay $2,400.00; 776-476-2010 FICA/Medic2024-2680: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by KCRB Engineer to award contracts for FY 24-25 Drainage Maintenance and Construction Road Improvement Projects to SD Reyes.2024-2681: Discuss/Approve Disapprove: Recommendation by KCRB Engineer to award contracts for FY 24-25 Turnkey Maintenance and Construction Road Improvement Projects to BRM Trucking & Construction LLC, ABN Construction LLC, and CK Newberry LLC.2024-2682: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Adjustments/Changes to Employee Handbook approved 11-8-2022 and updated 1-10-2023.2024-2464: Consent Agenda2024-2465: Reports:2024-2466: Justice of the Peace Pct #12024-2467: Justice of the Peace Pct #22024-2468: Justice of the Peace Pct #32024-2469: Justice of the Peace Pct #42024-2473: I.T. Dept.2024-2476: Maintenance Dept.2024-2477: Sheriff's Dept.2024-2481: Constable Pct #42024-2483: TxDMV2024-2486: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2024-2487: Updates From:2024-2488: Commissioner Pct. #12024-2489: Commissioner Pct. #22024-2490: Commissioner Pct. #32024-2491: Commissioner Pct. #42024-2492: Reports From:2024-2493: Tax Assessor/Collector2024-2497: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2024-2498: Payment of bills.2024-2499: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on October 22, 2024 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2024-2500: Adjourn.2024-09-24 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - September 24, 2024
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2024-2434: Maintenance Dept.Item-1: Agenda2024-2417: Welcome.2024-2418: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2024-2419: Opening Prayer.2024-2420: Pledge of Allegiance.2024-2421: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2024-2508: Acknowledge: Recognizing October 2024 as "Domestic Violence Awareness Month" and sign proclamation.2024-2513: Discuss: Presentation of (2) projects Camino Real is working on in Karnes County. 1) Sequential Intercept Model (SIM) Workshop and 2) Community Co-Responder Team.2024-2506: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Convene into Executive Session pursuant to Tex. Govt. Code Section 551.072 to deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property related to private resale of trust property.2024-2516: Discuss/Take possible action: Reconvene into public and open session to take action as appropriate in the courts discretion related to the private resale of tax trust property.2024-2510: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: 2024 Karnes County Resolution Indigent Defense Grant Program.2024-2515: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: RFQ proposals for Archive Building.2024-2501: Acknowledge receipt of a donation made by Gail Tennant in the amount $500.00 to Karnes County EMS. Funds are to be used at the discretion of the EMS Chief(s).2024-2503: Acknowledge receipt of reimbursement from Southwest Texas Regional Advisory Council in the amount of $18,042.59 for EMTF deployment in response to Hurricane Beryl (6July2024 - 11July2024).2024-2504: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove allowing the surplus revenue in the amount of $7032.82 received from EMTF deployment to be allocated to EMS department in FY 25 and approve appropriate amendment to GL 100-409-4851(EMTF Expense). If approved, funds are to be use2024-2507: Discuss: Presentation by TXDOT to provide status update on bridge replacement projects on CR 230, CR 326, and other planned TxDOT Projects in Karnes County.2024-2509: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by KCRB Engineer to extend the contract listed below through FY 24-25 at current terms, conditions, and pricing. **FY 23-24 Bulk Term Contract for Fuel Purchases with Great Lakes Petroleum.2024-2512: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Adoption of 2024 Karnes County Investment Policy & Strategies, Investment Committee and Appointment of Investment Officer.2024-2511: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: FY 24 Budget Amendments.2024-2422: Consent Agenda2024-2423: Reports:2024-2428: County Clerk2024-2429: District Clerk2024-2431: I.T. Dept.2024-2432: EMS2024-2438: Constable Pct #32024-2442: Budget Amendments:2024-2444: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2024-2445: Updates From:2024-2446: Commissioner Pct. #12024-2447: Commissioner Pct. #22024-2448: Commissioner Pct. #32024-2449: Commissioner Pct. #42024-2455: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2024-2456: Payment of bills.2024-2457: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on October 8, 2024, at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2024-2458: Adjourn.2024-09-10 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - September 10, 2024
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Item-1: Agenda2024-2227: Welcome.2024-2228: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2024-2229: Opening Prayer.2024-2230: Pledge of Allegiance.2024-2231: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2024-2416: Acknowledge: Camino Real to present proclamation declaring "September" as the Suicide Awareness month.2024-2409: Acknowledge: Adopt the 2024 Overall Tax Rate for Karnes County, Texas. Local Government Code 111.008 (b).2024-2410: Discuss/Take possible action: The adoption of the 2024 General Fund Maintenance & Operating Tax Rate.2024-2411: Acknowledge: Karnes County has zero debt obligations for 2024; therefore, there is no General Fund & Interest Sinking Tax Rate.2024-2412: Discuss/Take possible action: The adoption of the 2024 Road & Bridge Special Maintenance & Operating Tax Rate.2024-2407: Acknowledge: Bond Renewals for: Beth Montalvo-Elections Administrator and Casey Ebrom-EMS Captain. New bond for Jennifer Tapia-Karnes County Attorney. Judge Hedtke to sign bond, will be filed with County Clerk's office.2024-2408: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Texas Association of Counties (TAC) Representatives to share TAC Insurance Proposal and details. Acrisure Representatives to share insurance proposals and details.2024-2415: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Interlocal Cooperative Agreement for the cost sharing of legislative consulting services between the County of Karnes and the County of Dewitt.2024-2413: Discuss/Take possible action: Eliminating a sight restriction on CR 319.2024-2414: Discuss/Take possible action: Discuss proposal by Atlas Gas Solutions to construct CNG facility on CR 128 near Choate, Texas.2024-2232: Consent Agenda2024-2233: Reports:2024-2234: Justice of the Peace Pct #12024-2235: Justice of the Peace Pct #22024-2236: Justice of the Peace Pct #32024-2237: Justice of the Peace Pct #42024-2240: Elections Dept.2024-2245: Sheriff's Dept.2024-2246: Constable Pct #12024-2249: Constable Pct #42024-2250: VSO2024-2251: TxDMV2024-2252: Budget Amendments: BA 2024-172024-2254: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2024-2255: Updates From:2024-2256: Commissioner Pct. #12024-2257: Commissioner Pct. #22024-2258: Commissioner Pct. #32024-2259: Commissioner Pct. #42024-2260: Reports From:2024-2261: Tax Assessor/Collector2024-2262: Auditor2024-2263: Treasurer2024-2264: Discuss/Action regarding Treasurer's Report2024-2265: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2024-2266: Payment of bills.2024-2267: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will meet on September 24, 2024 at 9:00 AM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2024-2268: Adjourn.2024-08-27 • REGULAR SESSION
Karnes County Commissioners Court - August 27, 2024
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2024-2204: Commissioner Pct. #22024-2205: Commissioner Pct. #3Item-1: Agenda2024-2174: Welcome.2024-2175: Quorum Present. ____ Yes ____ No Absent: ___________________2024-2176: Opening Prayer.2024-2177: Pledge of Allegiance.2024-2178: Citizens to be heard.Names: ____________________ ____________________ ___________________2024-2206: Commissioner Pct. #42024-2317: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Kenedy Public Library is requesting funds from GL# 250-653-5720 (Equipment) in the amount of $1,900 and GL# 250-653-4352 in the amount of $1,864 be moved to GL# 250-653-5900 (Books) for purchase of additional Ebooks and books.2024-2321: Discuss: Acrisure (Virgina Beebe, VP Account Management) to provide update of the marketing process and risk analysis progress.2024-2320: Discuss/Take possible action: Presentation of insurance proposal from Texas Association of Counties (TAC) Brian Naiser, Associate Director, Health and Benefit Services Department. Possible action to be taken on proposal.2024-2322: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation that all Karnes County employees who operate a Karnes County vehicle have their driving record checked with the State of Texas.2024-2315: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: The use of funds from United Healthcare for the purchase of gift cards up to $100 for regular county employees. Elected and appointed officials will be excluded.2024-2316: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: The use of remaining funds for appreciation luncheon to be held at a later date to disburse cards.2024-2314: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Declaring a 2023 Ford F350 tailgate currently in the possession of the EMS department as surplus and authorize the sale of the item to Alexander Ford.2024-2313: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Request to issue request for qualifications (RFQ) to provide services for the design and construction of a new Karnes County Precinct 2 Services Center to be located in Falls City.2024-2226: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: KCRB Engineer recommendation to award a contract for the construction of roadway and drainage improvements on CR 175 to ABN Construction in an amount not to exceed $523,629.23.2024-2312: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: KCRB Engineer recommendation to award a contract for the construction of roadway and drainage improvements on CR 182 to ABN Construction in an amount not to exceed $ 413,414.202024-2318: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by KCRB Engineer to modify bid items 33 and 40 of contract with ABN for improvements to CR 290 to reflect per square yard unit of measure and to increase purchase order amount to $2,775,654.99 (5.2% increase) to 2024-2319: Discuss/Approve/Disapprove: Recommendation by KCRB Engineer to extend the contracts listed below through FY24-25 at current terms, conditions, and pricing.* FY 22-23 Bulk Paving Oil Purchases with Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions, Inc.2024-2179: Consent Agenda2024-2180: Reports:2024-2182: Justice of the Peace Pct #22024-2186: District Clerk2024-2201: Discuss any item(s) from consent agenda to be considered and acted upon.2024-2202: Updates From:2024-2203: Commissioner Pct. #12024-2212: Discuss/Acknowledgement of Personnel Changes - reporting by all departments on any changes in respective departments.2024-2213: Payment of bills.2024-2214: Acknowledge the Commissioners Court will hold a Public Hearing/Public Meeting/Special Meeting on September 5, 2024 at 6:00 PM, in the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 North Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118.2024-2215: Adjourn.