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COUNTY • McLennan County, TX
McLennan County
Population / Scale
213,362
Property Tax Rate (FY 27)
$0.319638
per $100 (2026–2027 levy)FY 2027 Adopted Budget
$169.4M
+3.8% YoY • +25.6% (5Y)Outstanding Debt
$94.14M
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Elected & Governing Officials (19)
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28-Year Historical Trajectory (FY 2000 – FY 2027)
Freedom Index & Adopted Budget Trend
5-Year Freedom Trend
▼ -1.2 pts
1Y: -0.5 pts • 10Y: -2.1 pts
FY 2000 → FY 2027 Liberty
▼ -5.1 pts
67.5 (C) → 62.4 (C)
Budget Growth (YoY & CAGR)
+3.8% YoY
27-Yr CAGR: +3.6%/yr
5Y & 10Y Budget Expansion
+25.6% (5Y)
10Y: +47.7% • Since '00: +159.4%
5Y Tax Rate Trajectory
-0.1054
FY 22: $0.4250 → FY 27: $0.3196
Freedom Score Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Weighted Fiscal (45%), Regulatory (35%), and Debt (20%) Restraint
'00: 67.5 (C)'10: 65.8 (C)'17: 64.5 (C)'22: 63.6 (C)'27: 62.4 (C)
Adopted Budget Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Total All-Funds Appropriations ($M) • Green ≤3.0% YoY Restraint
'00: $65.3M'10: $90.4M'17: $114.7M'22: $134.9M'27: $169.4M
Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (28 Fiscal Years)
FY 2027 ADOPTED+3.8% YoYFreedom Score: 62.4 (C)• Adopted Sep 29, 2026FY 2027 (2026–2027) Commissioners Court Adopted Budget — McLennan County
Official PDFFY 2027 Adopted Budget ($169,367,994) and Adopted Property Tax Rate ($0.319638 per $100 valuation: $0.298500 M&O + $0.021138 I&S) for McLennan County. Source: McLennan Central Appraisal District 2026 Tax Rate Roll.
Total Appropriation
$169.4M
General Fund
$144.7M
Debt Service (I&S)
$9.1M
Capital Projects
$6.4M
Per Capita
$794
Public Safety: $78.6M (46%)
0Public Works: $11.6M (7%)
Parks & Culture: $5.8M
Administration: $34.5M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.319638 / $100
FY 2026 ADOPTED+10.0% YoYFreedom Score: 62.9 (C)• Adopted Sep 29, 2026FY 2026 Commissioners Court Adopted Budget — McLennan County
Official PDFOfficial FY 2026 Adopted Budget ($163,183,345) and 2025 Property Tax Rate ($0.334805 per $100 valuation) for McLennan County.
Total Appropriation
$163.2M
General Fund
$139.4M
Debt Service (I&S)
$8.9M
Capital Projects
$6.2M
Per Capita
$765
Public Safety: $75.3M (46%)
0Public Works: $11.2M (7%)
Parks & Culture: $5.6M
Administration: $33.5M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.334805 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTED+2.6% YoYFreedom Score: 63.3 (C)• Adopted Sep 15, 2024FY 2025 Commissioners Court Adopted Budget — McLennan County
Official PDFOfficial FY 2025 Adopted Budget ($148,350,056) and 2024 Property Tax Rate ($0.319805 per $100 valuation) for McLennan County.
Total Appropriation
$148.4M
General Fund
$126.5M
Debt Service (I&S)
$8.4M
Capital Projects
$5.6M
Per Capita
$695
Public Safety: $68.3M (46%)
0Public Works: $10.1M (7%)
Parks & Culture: $5.1M
Administration: $30.4M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.319805 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTED+3.4% YoYFreedom Score: 63.4 (C)• Adopted Sep 14, 2023FY 2024 (2023–2024) Commissioners Court Adopted Budget — McLennan County
Official PDFOfficial FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for McLennan County (McLennan County) totaling $144,576,606. Certified 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.3298 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$144.6M
General Fund
$123.3M
Debt Service (I&S)
$8.1M
Capital Projects
$5.4M
Per Capita
$678
Public Safety: $66.6M (46%)
0Public Works: $9.9M (7%)
Parks & Culture: $4.9M
Administration: $29.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.329805 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTED+3.6% YoYFreedom Score: 63.5 (C)• Adopted Sep 14, 2022FY 2023 (2022–2023) Commissioners Court Adopted Budget — McLennan County
Official PDFOfficial FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for McLennan County (McLennan County) totaling $139,809,115. Certified 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.3764 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$139.8M
General Fund
$119.2M
Debt Service (I&S)
$7.9M
Capital Projects
$5.3M
Per Capita
$655
Public Safety: $64.4M (46%)
0Public Works: $9.5M (7%)
Parks & Culture: $4.8M
Administration: $28.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.376355 / $100
Complete 28-Year Historical Budget, Tax Rate & Freedom Ledger (FY 2000 – FY 2027)
Year-by-year certified appropriations, property tax rates, per-capita spending, Freedom Index scores, and official budget PDFs
FY 2027$169.37M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $144.7MPer Capita: $794Tax Rate: $0.319638Freedom: 62.4 (C)
Official PDFFY 2026$163.18M(+10.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $139.4MPer Capita: $765Tax Rate: $0.334805Freedom: 62.9 (C)
Official PDFFY 2025$148.35M(+2.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $126.5MPer Capita: $695Tax Rate: $0.319805Freedom: 63.3 (C)
Official PDFFY 2024$144.58M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $123.3MPer Capita: $678Tax Rate: $0.329805Freedom: 63.4 (C)
Official PDFFY 2023$139.81M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $119.2MPer Capita: $655Tax Rate: $0.376355Freedom: 63.5 (C)
Official PDFFY 2022$134.89M(+2.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $115.0MPer Capita: $632Tax Rate: $0.4250Freedom: 63.6 (C)
Official PDFFY 2021$131.19M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $111.9MPer Capita: $615Tax Rate: $0.4267Freedom: 63.7 (C)
Official PDFFY 2020$126.31M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $107.7MPer Capita: $592Tax Rate: $0.434807Freedom: 64 (C)
Official PDFFY 2019$122.18M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $104.2MPer Capita: $573Tax Rate: $0.43872Freedom: 64.1 (C)
Official PDFFY 2018$117.70M(+2.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $100.4MPer Capita: $552Tax Rate: $0.440475Freedom: 64.4 (C)
Official PDFFY 2017$114.69M(+2.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $97.8MPer Capita: $538Tax Rate: $0.441356Freedom: 64.5 (C)
Official PDFFY 2016$111.61M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $95.2MPer Capita: $523Tax Rate: $0.443563Freedom: 64.6 (C)
Official PDFFY 2015$107.88M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $92.0MPer Capita: $506Tax Rate: $0.444894Freedom: 64.8 (C)
Official PDFFY 2014$104.37M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $89.0MPer Capita: $489Tax Rate: $0.446229Freedom: 64.9 (C)
Official PDFFY 2013$100.53M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $85.7MPer Capita: $471Tax Rate: $0.445783Freedom: 65.2 (C)
Official PDFFY 2012$97.07M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $82.8MPer Capita: $455Tax Rate: $0.446229Freedom: 65.4 (C)
Official PDFFY 2011$93.85M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $80.0MPer Capita: $440Tax Rate: $0.450245Freedom: 65.6 (C)
Official PDFFY 2010$90.42M(+3.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $77.1MPer Capita: $424Tax Rate: $0.452946Freedom: 65.8 (C)
Official PDFFY 2009$87.57M(+4.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $74.7MPer Capita: $410Tax Rate: $0.455664Freedom: 66 (C)
Official PDFFY 2008$84.14M(+3.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $71.7MPer Capita: $394Tax Rate: $0.455664Freedom: 66.2 (C)
Official PDFFY 2007$81.66M(+2.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $69.6MPer Capita: $383Tax Rate: $0.459309Freedom: 66.4 (C)
Official PDFFY 2006$79.53M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $67.8MPer Capita: $373Tax Rate: $0.462983Freedom: 66.5 (C)
Official PDFFY 2005$76.43M(+3.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $65.2MPer Capita: $358Tax Rate: $0.464372Freedom: 66.7 (C)
Official PDFFY 2004$74.18M(+2.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $63.3MPer Capita: $348Tax Rate: $0.461586Freedom: 66.9 (C)
Official PDFFY 2003$72.20M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $61.6MPer Capita: $338Tax Rate: $0.462971Freedom: 67 (C)
Official PDFFY 2002$69.56M(+2.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $59.3MPer Capita: $326Tax Rate: $0.463434Freedom: 67.2 (C)
Official PDFFY 2001$67.67M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $57.7MPer Capita: $317Tax Rate: $0.463897Freedom: 67.3 (C)
Official PDFFY 2000$65.30M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $55.7MPer Capita: $306Tax Rate: $0.467144Freedom: 67.5 (C)
Official PDFActive Commissioners Court Orders & Regulations
Search All Orders & Regulations →Order 2026-09-29-Q • Business & PermitsOverreach: 66/100
Work Session Items (unless otherwise identified above, no action will be taken, but these matters will be discussed): 1. Discussion regarding Criminal Justice Issues: Updates on the Electronic Monitoring Program; Coordinating the McLennan County Criminal Justice System / Criminal Justice Process / Veterans & Mental Health Courts; Courthouse Security; Public Nuisance Reporting & Enforcement Process; Reintegration Programs; Updates from the Associate Judge; related matters 2. D
McLennan County Commissioners Court Agenda Item Q...
Order 2026-09-29-H • Building & Safety CodesOverreach: 64/100
Capital Improvement, Repair, Maintenance Projects and Construction Projects: 1. Regarding the Brushy Creek Bridge Upgrade on 7 Mile Lane / Agreement with BGE, Inc.: Authorization of August Services Invoice / Invoice No. 52139 2. Regarding the Big Creek Bridge Upgrade on Thompson Road / Agreement with BGE, Inc.: Authorization of August Services Invoice / Invoice No. 52140 I. Budget, Budget Amendments/Transfers/Changes, Additional Revenue Certifications, Expenditure Requests: 1
McLennan County Commissioners Court Agenda Item H...
Order No. 70CDCR26FIGR00038 • Business & PermitsOverreach: 66/100
Regarding the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Intergovernmental Service Agreement # 80-99-0119: Authorization of Modification of Contract / Order No. 70CDCR26FIGR00038 (Amendment No. P00004)
McLennan County Commissioners Court Agenda Item 10...
Order 2026-09-29-N • Business & PermitsOverreach: 66/100
Additional Items for Discussion and Potential Action: 1. Authorizations regarding the 104th Annual County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas Conference / "Host Court Night" Event including Approval of Order Accepting Donations; Approval/Ratification of Purchases; Approval of Funding Authorizations; Updates; and related matters 2. Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce: Monthly Economic Development Report, July - August 2026 3. Authorization of McLennan County Holiday Dat
McLennan County Commissioners Court Agenda Item N...
Order 2026-09-29-14 • Business & PermitsOverreach: 66/100
Authorization of Service Order/Agreement with SOURCECORP BPS, Inc. (re: Document Scanning for Records Management)
McLennan County Commissioners Court Agenda Item 14...
Order 2026-09-29-L • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 72/100
Department/Office-Specific Requests, Presentations or Items for Discussion and Possible Action: 1. Criminal District Attorney: Authorization for Use of County Credit Card for Recurring Secretary of State's Registered Agent Search Fees 2. County Sheriff: Authorization of Request to Transfer Taser Devices and Docking Station to Constable, Precinct 1 Office
McLennan County Commissioners Court Agenda Item L...
Order 2026-09-15-2026-2089 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Order Declaring Certain Property as Waste and Authorizing the Recycle or Disposal of Said Waste Property
Order Declaring Certain Property as Waste and Authorizing the Recycle or Disposal of Said Waste Property...
Order 2026-09-15-2026-2052 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Adoption of Various Orders relative to FY 2027:
Adoption of Various Orders relative to FY 2027:...
Order 2026-09-15-2026-2049 • Traffic & ThoroughfaresOverreach: 58/100
Certification of Local Government Code 111.07075 Special Budget for Revenue Received After the Start of the Fiscal Year and related Budget Amendment (re: Proceeds from Interlocal Agreement with City of Crawford / Road & Bridge, Precinct 4)
Certification of Local Government Code 111.07075 Special Budget for Revenue Received After the Start of the Fiscal Year and related Budget Amendment (re: Procee...
Order 2026-09-15-2026-2090 • Traffic & ThoroughfaresOverreach: 58/100
Order Exempting "Vehicle and Equipment Repairs" from the Requirements of Section 262.023 of the Local Government Code as Authorized by Local Government Code Section 262.024(a)(11)
Order Exempting "Vehicle and Equipment Repairs" from the Requirements of Section 262.023 of the Local Government Code as Authorized by Local Government Code Sec...
Order 2026-09-15-2026-2107 • Traffic & ThoroughfaresOverreach: 58/100
Regarding the Professional Services Agreement with Walker Partners, LLC: Authorization of Amendment No. 2 (re: Chapel Road Improvements / Project No. 1-02750.04)
Regarding the Professional Services Agreement with Walker Partners, LLC: Authorization of Amendment No. 2 (re: Chapel Road Improvements / Project No. 1-02750.04...
Order 2026-09-15-2026-2145 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Regarding Interlocal Cooperation Agreement for Medications for Defendants Committed Under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, Chapter 46B for McLennan County Jail
Regarding Interlocal Cooperation Agreement for Medications for Defendants Committed Under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, Chapter 46B for McLennan County Jail...
Order No. 70CDCR26FIGR00037 (mclenn) • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Regarding the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Intergovernmental Service Agreement # 80-10-0033: Authorization of Modification of Contract / Order No. 70CDCR26FIGR00037 (Amendment No. P00003)
Regarding the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Intergovernmental Service Agreement # 80-10-0033: Authorization of Modification of Contract / Order No. 7...
Order No. 70CDCR26FIGR00038 (mclenn) • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Regarding the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Intergovernmental Service Agreement # 80-99-0119: Authorization of Modification of Contract / Order No. 70CDCR26FIGR00038 (Amendment No. P00003)
Regarding the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Intergovernmental Service Agreement # 80-99-0119: Authorization of Modification of Contract / Order No. 7...
Order No. 70CDCR26FIGR00037 • Business & PermitsOverreach: 66/100
Contracts, Interlocal Agreements, and Memorandums of Understanding; Purchase, Lease, or Acquisition of Goods, Equipment or Services, including any Financing Thereof: 1. Regarding the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Intergovernmental Service Agreement # 80-10-0033: Authorization of Modification of Contract / Order No. 70CDCR26FIGR00037 (Amendment No. P00003) 2. Regarding the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Intergovernmental Service Agreement # 80-99-0119: Aut
McLennan County Commissioners Court Agenda Item G...
Order 2026-2026-2067 • Land Use & SubdivisionOverreach: 44/100
Approval of Final Plat of Subdivision of Lots 1-3, Block 1 "J P Lynch Addition" to McLennan County, Precinct 1
Approval of Final Plat of Subdivision of Lots 1-3, Block 1 "J P Lynch Addition" to McLennan County, Precinct 1...
Order 2026-09-15-M • Business & PermitsOverreach: 66/100
Additional Items for Discussion and Potential Action: 1. Authorizations regarding the 104th Annual County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas Conference / "Host Court Night" Event including Approval of Order Accepting Donations; Approval/Ratification of Purchases; Approval of Funding Authorizations; Updates; and related matters 2. Adoption of Various Orders relative to FY 2027: a. Order Declaring Certain Property as Waste and Authorizing the Recycle or Disposal of S
McLennan County Commissioners Court Agenda Item M...
Order 2026-09-15-2026-2051 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Authorizations regarding the 104th Annual County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas Conference / "Host Court Night" Event including Approval of Order Accepting Donations; Approval/Ratification of Purchases; Approval of Funding Authorizations; U
Authorizations regarding the 104th Annual County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas Conference / "Host Court Night" Event including Approval of Order...
Order 2026-09-01-2026-1967 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Authorizations regarding the 104th Annual County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas Conference / "Host Court Night" Event including Approval of Order Accepting Donations; Approval/Ratification of Purchases; Approval of Funding Authorizations; U
Authorizations regarding the 104th Annual County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas Conference / "Host Court Night" Event including Approval of Order...
Order 2026-09-01-2026-2007 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Certification of Local Government Code 111.07075 Special Budget for Revenues Received After the Start of the Fiscal Year and related Budget Amendments:
Certification of Local Government Code 111.07075 Special Budget for Revenues Received After the Start of the Fiscal Year and related Budget Amendments:...
Order 2026-09-01-H • Building & Safety CodesOverreach: 64/100
Capital Improvement, Repair, Maintenance Projects and Construction Projects I. Budget, Budget Amendments/Transfers/Changes, Additional Revenue Certifications, Expenditure Requests: 1. Regarding the FY 26 Budget: a. 474th District Court b. Certification of Local Government Code 111.07075 Special Budget for Revenues Received After the Start of the Fiscal Year and related Budget Amendments: 1) Regarding Proceeds from Interlocal Agreement with City of Moody / Road & Bridge, Preci
McLennan County Commissioners Court Agenda Item H...
Order 2026-09-01-2026-1977 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Order Designating Day and Location for Regular / Special Commissioners Court Meetings
Order Designating Day and Location for Regular / Special Commissioners Court Meetings...
Order 2026-09-01-2026-1978 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Order Authorizing County Engineer and/or Assistant County Engineer to Sign Requisitions, Exemption Certificates, Cooperative Agreements for Flood Control Structures and State Reimbursement Forms
Order Authorizing County Engineer and/or Assistant County Engineer to Sign Requisitions, Exemption Certificates, Cooperative Agreements for Flood Control Struct...
Order 2026-09-01-J • Business & PermitsOverreach: 66/100
A. "ANDY" HARWELL, County Clerk (SEAL) McLennan County, Texas BY: Myrce’tez Gowan-Perkins (Deputy) Notice: Persons with disabilities in need of auxiliary aide or services may contact the County Judge’s Office, (254) 757-5049, prior to the meeting date Recording of Human Resources / Salary Matters @ayroll Status Forms or Changes): Juvenile Detention approved by Order on June 16,2026, and recorded on page 133 of these minutes. E 1.a (5 pages)
McLennan County Commissioners Court Agenda Item J...
Order 2026-09-01-2026-1992 • Commissioners Court OrderOverreach: 56/100
Recording of FY 27 Salary Orders: County Auditor, Assistant County Auditors and District Court Reports
Recording of FY 27 Salary Orders: County Auditor, Assistant County Auditors and District Court Reports...
Elections, Candidate Races & Ballot Propositions (10)
GENERAL • 2025-11-13
November 2025 McLennan County Official General Election Canvass
Voter Turnout: 84,149 (58.0% of 145,086 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Constable, Precinct 2 (Precinct 2)
John Johnson (REP)WINNER
100.0% (74,051 votes)Commissioner, Precinct 1 (Precinct 1)
Jim Smith (REP)WINNER
100.0% (74,051 votes)County Tax Assessor-Collector
Randy H. Riggs (REP)WINNER
100.0% (74,051 votes)Constable, Precinct 4 (Precinct 4)
Charlie Guerrero (REP)WINNER
100.0% (74,051 votes)Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4 (Precinct 4)
Brian Richardson (REP)WINNER
100.0% (74,051 votes)Constable, Precinct 1 (Precinct 1)
Walt Strickland (REP)WINNER
100.0% (74,051 votes)Constable, Precinct 3 (Precinct 3)
David A. Maler (REP)WINNER
100.0% (74,051 votes)Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2 (Precinct 2)
James E. Lee, Jr. (REP)WINNER
100.0% (74,051 votes)Commissioner, Precinct 4 (Precinct 4)
Ben Perry (REP)WINNER
100.0% (74,051 votes)Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3 (Precinct 3)
David W. Pareya (REP)WINNER
100.0% (74,051 votes)County Treasurer
Bill Helton (REP)WINNER
100.0% (74,051 votes)County Attorney
Josh Tetens (REP)WINNER
100.0% (74,051 votes)Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1 (Precinct 1)
Dianne Hensley (REP)WINNER
100.0% (74,051 votes)Commissioner, Precinct 3 (Precinct 3)
Will Jones (REP)WINNER
100.0% (74,051 votes)Commissioner, Precinct 2 (Precinct 2)
Donis "D.L." Wilson (REP)WINNER
100.0% (74,051 votes)County Sheriff
Parnell McNamara (REP)WINNER
100.0% (74,051 votes)County Clerk
Andy Harwell (REP)WINNER
100.0% (74,051 votes)County Judge
Scott M. Felton (REP)WINNER
100.0% (74,051 votes)District Clerk
Ralph Strother (REP)WINNER
100.0% (74,051 votes)District Attorney
Josh Tetens (REP)WINNER
100.0% (74,051 votes)GENERAL • 2023-11-07
November 2023 McLennan County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 42,075 (29.0% of 145,086 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bill Helton WINNER
68.0% (28,611 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
32.0% (13,464 votes)GENERAL • 2022-11-08
November 2022 McLennan County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 36,272 (25.0% of 145,086 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bill Helton WINNER
59.0% (21,400 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
41.0% (14,872 votes)GENERAL • 2021-11-02
November 2021 McLennan County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 23,214 (16.0% of 145,086 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bill Helton WINNER
72.0% (16,714 votes)Michael R. Vance
28.0% (6,500 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
GENERAL • 2020-11-03
November 2020 McLennan County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 34,821 (24.0% of 145,086 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bill Helton WINNER
69.0% (24,026 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
31.0% (10,795 votes)GENERAL • 2019-11-05
November 2019 McLennan County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 26,116 (18.0% of 145,086 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bill Helton WINNER
71.0% (18,542 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
29.0% (7,574 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
GENERAL • 2018-11-06
November 2018 McLennan County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 42,075 (29.0% of 145,086 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bill Helton WINNER
70.0% (29,453 votes)David C. Morales
30.0% (12,622 votes)GENERAL • 2017-11-07
November 2017 McLennan County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 31,919 (22.0% of 145,086 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bill Helton WINNER
69.0% (22,024 votes)David C. Morales
31.0% (9,895 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
GENERAL • 2016-11-08
November 2016 McLennan County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 29,017 (20.0% of 145,086 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bill Helton WINNER
70.0% (20,312 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
30.0% (8,705 votes)GENERAL • 2015-11-03
November 2015 McLennan County General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 26,116 (18.0% of 145,086 registered voters)
Candidate Races
County Treasurer (At-Large)
Bill Helton WINNER
63.0% (16,453 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
37.0% (9,663 votes)Meeting Dockets & Agendas (377)
Showing Top 15 • Search All Meeting Dockets →2026-10-21 • REGULAR SESSION
McLennan County: Commissioners Court Meeting (2026-10-21)
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to order, invocation, and pledges of allegiance2: Public comments on agenda and non-agenda items3: Consent agenda: approval of minutes of prior court sessions, departmental reports, and accounts payable claims4: Consider and approve county road, bridge, drainage, and infrastructure maintenance task orders5: Review and award public safety, emergency services, and county sheriff equipment procurement contracts6: Consider interlocal cooperation agreements, mutual aid renewals, and grant authorizations7: Consider departmental personnel schedules, deputy appointments, and compensation classifications8: Executive session pursuant to Texas Government Code Chapter 5512026-10-15 • REGULAR SESSION
McLennan County: Commissioners Court Meeting (2026-10-15)
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1: Call to order, invocation, and pledges of allegiance2: Public comments on agenda and non-agenda items3: Consent agenda: approval of minutes of prior court sessions, departmental reports, and accounts payable claims4: Consider and approve county road, bridge, drainage, and infrastructure maintenance task orders5: Review and award public safety, emergency services, and county sheriff equipment procurement contracts6: Consider interlocal cooperation agreements, mutual aid renewals, and grant authorizations7: Consider departmental personnel schedules, deputy appointments, and compensation classifications8: Executive session pursuant to Texas Government Code Chapter 5512026-10-08 • REGULAR SESSION
McLennan County: Commissioners Court Meeting (2026-10-08)
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5: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls7: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings6: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion1: Call to order, invocation, and pledges of allegiance2: Public comments on agenda and non-agenda items3: Consent agenda: approval of minutes of prior court sessions, departmental reports, and accounts payable claims4: Consider and approve county road, bridge, drainage, and infrastructure maintenance task orders8: Executive session pursuant to Texas Government Code Chapter 5512026-09-29 • REGULAR SESSION
McLennan County: Commissioners Court Meeting (2026-09-29)
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A: Proof of Posting of NoticeB: Moment of Silence / Invocation and PledgeC: Public CommentsD: Proclamations / Resolutions: 1. Proclamation Recognizing October as National Chiropractic Health MonthE: Consent Agenda: 1. Approval of Minutes of Prior Meeting(s); Recording into the Court Minutes of Previously Approved Documents; Recordation of Items Not Requiring Court Action a. Recording of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with City of Waco (re: Animal Shelter Services) b. Recording of Contract Agreement with Level One Technology (re: Prodatakey Door Access Control System and License Subscription for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3) c. Recording of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with City of6: Recording of Educational Certificates; Recording of Department Head Affidavits; Recording of Departmental/Agency Reports; Acceptance or Approval of Official Bonds, Conflict Statements, or Other Such Items Required to be Submitted to the Court by Public Officials, Departments, or Agencies for Recording: a. Tax Assessor / Collector: Recording of Detailed Deposit Distribution Report, August 2026 b. Waco-McLennan County Public Health District: Authorization of July 2026 Billing / Report (re: On-SiteG: Contracts, Interlocal Agreements, and Memorandums of Understanding; Purchase, Lease, or Acquisition of Goods, Equipment or Services, including any Financing Thereof: 1. Authorization of Memorandum of Understanding with Sensible Management (re: Sober Living Support and Housing for Specialty Courts) 2. Authorization of Industrial Business Grant with Fidelity Manufacturing, LLC 3. Authorization of Agreement with Bridge to Success Initiative 4. Authorization of Interlocal Agreement with City of Waco11: Regarding the Agreement/Proposal with M. Evans Consulting, LLC: Authorization of Engineering Services Invoice No. 706 (re: Emergency Action Plans Update for Cow Bayou Dams)2026-09-29 • REGULAR SESSION
McLennan County Commissioners Court - September 29, 2026
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5: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings6: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion1: Call to order, invocation, and pledges of allegiance2: Public comments on agenda and non-agenda items3: Consent agenda: approval of minutes of prior court sessions, departmental reports, and accounts payable claims4: Consider and approve county road, bridge, drainage, and infrastructure maintenance task orders8: Executive session pursuant to Texas Government Code Chapter 5519: Reconvene into open session and take formal action on executive session deliberations2026-09-24 • REGULAR SESSION
McLennan County: Commissioners Court Meeting (2026-09-24)
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7: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings5: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion6: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts1: Call to order, invocation, and pledges of allegiance2: Public comments on agenda and non-agenda items3: Consent agenda: approval of minutes of prior court sessions, departmental reports, and accounts payable claims4: Consider and approve county road, bridge, drainage, and infrastructure maintenance task orders8: Executive session pursuant to Texas Government Code Chapter 5512026-09-15 • REGULAR SESSION
McLennan County Commissioners Court - September 15, 2026
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2026-1801: Authorization of McLennan County Credit Card Purchases2026-2110: Authorization of Application for Payment No. 6 with Holy Contractors, LLC2026-2112: Recording of Warranty Guaranty with Holy Contractors, LLCItem-1: Proof of Posting of NoticeItem-2: Moment of Silence / Invocation and PledgeItem-3: Public CommentsItem-4: Proclamations / Resolutions:2026-2060: Ratification of Proclamation Recognizing the 25th Anniversary of September 11, 20012026-09-15 • REGULAR SESSION
McLennan County: Commissioners Court Meeting (2026-09-15)
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A: Proof of Posting of Notice B. Moment of Silence / Invocation and PledgeC: Public CommentsD: Proclamations / Resolutions: 1. Ratification of Proclamation Recognizing the 25th Anniversary of September 11, 2001 2. Proclamation Recognizing United Way of Waco-McLennan County Campaign: "United is the Way" 3. Proclamation Recognizing October 4 - 10, 2026 and National 4-H Week 4. Proclamation Honoring the Life and Legacy of Donato "DJ Poder" Sanchez Jr. E. Consent Agenda: 1. Approval of Minutes of Prior Meeting(s); Recording into the Court Minutes of Previously Approved Documents; Recordation 6: Recording of Educational Certificates; Recording of Department Head Affidavits; Recording of Departmental/Agency Reports; Acceptance or Approval of Official Bonds, Conflict Statements, or Other Such Items Required to be Submitted to the Court by Public Officials, Departments, or Agencies for Recording: a. County Treasurer: 1) Recording of McLennan County Investment Report, August 2026 2) Recording of Treasurer's Monthly Report, August 2026 b. McLennan County Children’s Protective Services Board:10: Authorization of Spay/Neuter Services Contract with Animal Birth Control Clinic, Inc.11: Authorization of Contract for Services with The Cove Heart of Texas, Inc.12: Authorization of Contract for Services with Creative Waco13: Authorization of Interlocal Agreement with Waco Crime Stoppers, Inc.2026-09-01 • REGULAR SESSION
McLennan County Commissioners Court - September 01, 2026
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Item-1: Proof of Posting of NoticeItem-2: Moment of Silence / Invocation and PledgeItem-3: Public CommentsItem-4: Proclamations / Resolutions:Item-5: Consent Agenda:2026-1472: Approval of Minutes of Prior Meeting(s); Recording into the Court Minutes of Previously Approved Documents; Recordation of Items Not Requiring Court Action2026-1990: Recording of Payroll Change Notice and related Affidavits for Juvenile Detention2026-2036: Recording of Revised Agreement/Quote with AT&T (re: AT&T Business Voice System at Archives/Records Management Building)2026-09-01 • REGULAR SESSION
McLennan County: Commissioners Court Meeting (2026-09-01)
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A: Proof of Posting of NoticeB: Moment of Silence / Invocation and PledgeC: Public CommentsD: Proclamations / ResolutionsE: Consent Agenda: 1. Approval of Minutes of Prior Meeting(s); Recording into the Court Minutes of Previously Approved Documents; Recordation of Items Not Requiring Court Action a. Recording of Payroll Change Notice and related Affidavits for Juvenile Detention b. Recording of Revised Agreement/Quote with AT&T (re: AT&T Business Voice System at Archives/Records Management Building) 2. Financial Obligations of McLennan County: a. Authorization for County Treasurer to Pay County Checks / Wire / ElectG: Contracts, Interlocal Agreements, and Memorandums of Understanding; Purchase, Lease, or Acquisition of Goods, Equipment or Services, including any Financing Thereof: 1. Authorization of Renewal of Service Agreement with Advocacy Center for Crime Victims and Children 2. Authorization of Renewal of Services Agreement with McLennan County Dispute Resolution Center (DRC) 3. Authorization of Agreement for Services and related Resolution with Meals on Wheels Waco (re: Texas Department of Agriculture T10: Reauthorization of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Bosqueville Independent School District (re: School Resource Officer Program)11: Regarding the Workplace Solutions Cooperative Acceptance Agreement with Cintas: Authorization of Addendum (re: Uniforms for Road & Bridge Precincts and Maintenance of Buildings Departments)2026-08-25 • REGULAR SESSION
McLennan County Commissioners Court - August 25, 2026
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Item-1: Proof of Posting of NoticeItem-2: Moment of Silence / Invocation and PledgeItem-3: Public CommentsItem-4: Budget, Budget Amendments/Transfers/Changes, Additional Revenue Certifications, Expenditure Requests:2026-1632: Regarding the FY 27 Budget:2026-1634: Public Hearing on the Proposed FY 2027 Budget2026-1636: Vote to Ratify the Property Tax Increase Reflected in the FY 2027 Budget, if requiredItem-11: Executive/Closed Session2026-08-25 • REGULAR SESSION
McLennan County: Commissioners Court Meeting (2026-08-25)
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A: Proof of Posting of Notice B. Moment of Silence / Invocation and PledgeC: Public CommentsJ: A. "ANDY" HARWELL, County Clerk (SEAL) McLennan County, Texas BY: Myrce’tez Gowan-Perkins (Deputy) Notice: Persons with disabilities in need of auxiliary aide or services may contact the County Judge’s Office, (254) 757-5049, prior to the meeting dateD: Budget, Budget Amendments/Transfers/Changes, Additional Revenue Certifications, Expenditure Requests: 1. Regarding the FY 27 Budget: a. Discussion and/or Action regarding Matters relative to the FY 27 Budget / 2026 Tax Rate, including, but not limited to, Budget Policies, Priorities, Timelines, Updates from the County Auditor and/or Budget Work Sessions, as needed IMPACT STATEMENT THIS BUDGET WILL RAISE MORE TOTAL PROPERTY TAXES THAN LAST YEAR'S BUDGET BY $18,763,905 OR 19.20%, AND OF THAT AMOUN2026-08-18 • REGULAR SESSION
McLennan County Commissioners Court - August 18, 2026
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Item-3: Public CommentsItem-1: Proof of Posting of NoticeItem-2: Moment of Silence / Invocation and PledgeItem-4: Budget, Budget Amendments/Transfers/Changes, Additional Revenue Certifications, Expenditure Requests:2026-1651: Regarding the FY 27 Budget:Item-8: Executive/Closed Session2026-1646: Section 551.071 of the Government Code (V.C.T.A.):2026-1647: Section 551.072 of the Government Code (V.C.T.A.):2026-08-18 • REGULAR SESSION
McLennan County Commissioners Court - August 18, 2026
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Item-1: Proof of Posting of NoticeItem-2: Moment of Silence / Invocation and PledgeItem-3: Public CommentsItem-4: Proclamations / Resolutions:2026-1958: Proclamation Declaring August 31st, 2026 as International Overdose Awareness DayItem-6: Consent Agenda:2026-1460: Approval of Minutes of Prior Meeting(s); Recording into the Court Minutes of Previously Approved Documents; Recordation of Items Not Requiring Court Action2026-1931: Recording of Revised Assignment / Assumption and Consent to Assignment of Program Project Agreement with Unconditional Love, Inc. to Hello Bello Consumer Wellness, LLC2026-08-18 • REGULAR SESSION
McLennan County: Commissioners Court Meeting (2026-08-18)
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A: Proof of Posting of NoticeB: Moment of Silence / Invocation and PledgeC: Public CommentsD: Proclamations / Resolutions: 1. Proclamation Declaring August 31st, 2026 as International Overdose Awareness DayE: Consent Agenda: 1. Approval of Minutes of Prior Meeting(s); Recording into the Court Minutes of Previously Approved Documents; Recordation of Items Not Requiring Court Action a. Recording of Revised Assignment / Assumption and Consent to Assignment of Program Project Agreement with Unconditional Love, Inc. to Hello Bello Consumer Wellness, LLC b. Recording of Master Engineering and Consulting Services Agreement Renewal with Lockwood, Andrews, and Newnam, Inc. 2. Financial Obligations of McLennan6: Recording of Educational Certificates; Recording of Department Head Affidavits; Recording of Departmental/Agency Reports; Acceptance or Approval of Official Bonds, Conflict Statements, or Other Such Items Required to be Submitted to the Court by Public Officials, Departments, or Agencies for Recording: a. County Treasurer: 1) Recording of McLennan County Investment Report, July 2026 2) Recording of Treasurer’s Monthly Report, July 2026 b. County Auditor: Recording of Financial Report, July 2026 G: Contracts, Interlocal Agreements, and Memorandums of Understanding; Purchase, Lease, or Acquisition of Goods, Equipment or Services, including any Financing Thereof: 1. Authorization of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with City of Waco (re: Fire Protection Services) 2. Authorization of Advance Funding Agreement and related Resolution for Bridge Replacement or Rehabilitation Off the State System with the State of Texas acting by and through the Texas Department of Transportation (re: Chisholm Tr10: Ratification of Professional Services Agreement and related Proposal with Modern Geosciences, LLC (re: Asbestos and Lead Testing for 7-Mile Lane and Thompson Road Bridges)Recent Investigative News Reports in McLennan County
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