Fort Bend County public meetings in 2025

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will consider several budget transfers, including $110,000 for elections. The body is also deciding on the acceptance of new streets in Walnut Creek and Sorrento Drive and approving various land plats.

• Budget transfer of $110,000 from Non-Departmental Fees to Elections for payment to Rogers Morris & Grover LLP
• Acceptance of streets in Walnut Creek Section Thirteen and release of a $302,680.00 bond
• Acceptance of streets in Sorrento Drive Street Dedication Sec 2 and release of a $134,120.00 bond
• Interlocal Agreements for law enforcement services with Seven Meadows Community Association and MUDs 118, 119, and 134C
• Public hearings set for January 22, 2026, regarding traffic control plans and vacating plats for Pecan Hollow and Provincial Retreat Section 1

Commissioners Court approved $137,386,060.30 in bills and authorized the use of eminent domain for projects on W. Sycamore Road and Powerline Road. The court also approved various grant awards, professional service contracts, and the modification of several election precinct boundaries.

• Approved bills totaling $137,386,060.30 (5-0)
• Authorized eminent domain for W. Sycamore Road Segment 1 and Powerline Road Segment 2 (5-0)
• Approved $2.1M Homeland Security grant and $601K Border Crisis & Enforcement grant (5-0)
• Approved $1.5M purchase of Kenworth dump and grapple trucks (5-0)
• Approved $8.6M vehicle purchase from Helfman Ford, Lake Country Chevrolet, and Silsbee Ford (5-0)
• Modified boundaries for election precincts 1008 and 3165 (4-0-1)
• Approved $1.45M renewal for Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Houston outreach (5-0)
• Settled Blue Ridge Landfill dispute with proceeds funding Youth Employment Program (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will discuss funding transfers for IT equipment and amendments to grant and engineering contracts. The board will also consider accepting several parcels of land via General Warranty Deed and meet in closed session regarding litigation with Blue Ridge Landfill Texas, LP.

• Acceptance of General Warranty Deeds for multiple land parcels including 25.405 acres in the David Bright League, A-13
• Second Amendment to Huitt-Zollars Inc. for drainage master plan engineering west of Rosenberg for an additional $188,500
• Second Amendment to Public Management, Inc. for grant administration services in the amount of $40,127
• Transfer of $6,047 from Contingency to Information Technology for office equipment and service agreements
• Closed session regarding Blue Ridge Landfill Texas, LP vs. Fort Bend County and Fort Bend County Drainage District

The Board authorized the County Attorney to settle legal disputes with Blue Ridge Landfill Texas, LP regarding funding for the Lake Olympia Parkway Project. Other actions included approving engineering services for a drainage master plan and accepting several land deeds.

• Authorized settlement with Blue Ridge Landfill Texas, LP regarding Lake Olympia Parkway Project funding (5-0)
• Approved $188,500 amendment for Huitt-Zollars Inc. engineering services for drainage master plan west of Rosenberg (5-0)
• Approved $40,127 amendment for Public Management, Inc. grant administration services (5-0)
• Approved $6,047 fund transfer from Contingency to Information Technology for equipment and services (5-0)
• Accepted General Warranty Deeds for multiple land parcels in C.B. Stewart, William Stafford League, David Bright League, and William T. Neal surveys (5-0)
• Approved minutes from December 4, 2025 meeting (5-0)

JOINT COUNTY ASSISTANCE DISTRICTS

The Board of Directors for County Assistance Districts 1 and 10 will meet to discuss funding for road repairs. The body will consider a request to allocate funds for maintenance on Spring Green Blvd.

• Request to allocate up to $169,322.20 for road maintenance on Spring Green Blvd (60% from District 1, 40% from District 10)

The Commissioners Court held a special joint meeting with Assistance Districts 1 and 10. They unanimously approved a funding allocation of up to $169,322.20 for road maintenance on Spring Green Blvd. The costs will be split 60% from District No. 1 and 40% from District No. 10. The meeting also approved the minutes from previous district meetings held in November.

• Approved minutes from Nov 6, 2025 meetings for Districts 1 and 10 (5-0)
• Approved up to $169,322.20 for Spring Green Blvd road maintenance (5-0)
• Allocated 60% of road maintenance funds from District No. 1
• Allocated 40% of road maintenance funds from District No. 10

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will consider funding for creek repairs and an audit services contract. The board will also review a stormwater quality annual report and discuss pending litigation in a closed session.

• Proposed $850,000 transfer from Drainage Flood Bond Contingency Funding for Flatbank and Coon Creeks repairs
• Proposed agreement with Forvis Mazars, LLP for audit services not to exceed $13,500
• Action on Phase II (Small) MS4 Annual Report for Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System General Permit No. TXR040000
• Closed session regarding Blue Ridge Landfill Texas, LP vs. Fort Bend County and Fort Bend County Drainage District

The Board approved a fund transfer to provide a local match for an NRCS Grant to repair Flatbank and Coon Creeks. It also approved a stormwater quality report and a contract for audit services.

• Approved $850,000 transfer from Drainage Flood Bond Contingency for Flatbank and Coon Creeks repairs (5-0)
• Approved Phase II MS4 Annual Report for Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System General Permit No. TXR040000 (5-0)
• Approved audit services agreement with Forvis Mazars, LLP not to exceed $13,500 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from November 24, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• No action taken regarding Blue Ridge Landfill Texas, LP vs. Fort Bend County and Fort Bend County Drainage District

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans for several residential sections. The body is also considering budget transfers, law enforcement agreements with multiple utility districts, and professional service renewals for state legislative matters.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans in Tamarron, Jones Creek Reserve, Stonecreek Estates, Sienna, and Saddlebrook
• Budget transfers including $206,000 for forfeited assets and $52,144 for Fire Marshal Lieutenant reclassification
• Professional services agreements with Michelle Wittenburg and Jim Short, Inc. for state legislative matters, each up to $72,000
• Interlocal Agreements for law enforcement services with MUDs 182, 188, Big Oaks, 155, 162, 165FS, and 215
• Street acceptance and bond releases for Jordan Ranch Sec 44 ($224,308), Sienna Village of Bees Creek Sec 23B ($146,587), and Sorrento Sec 4 ($311,290)

The Commissioners Court approved a $1.5 million agreement with Fort Bend ISD for the Sugar Land 95 Historic Cemetery and authorized several mobility bond projects. The court also approved $60.3 million in bills and ratified a settlement for a 2023 accident claim.

• Approved $1.5M agreement with FBISD for Sugar Land 95 Historic Cemetery (5-0)
• Approved $46,229.10 settlement for Nhi Hoang accident claim (5-0)
• Approved $60,379,570.18 in bills and $14,668,670.96 in time-sensitive disbursements (5-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with City of Rosenberg for Epicenter Hotel and Conference Center (5-0)
• Approved preferred alternative route for Fort Bend Parkway Toll Road Segment D (5-0)
• Approved $1.1M for NEMA Traffic Control Cabinets (5-0)
• Approved $376,070.63 for Caterpillar heavy equipment (5-0)
• Approved $110,000 for annual generator maintenance contract (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will conduct public hearings for several traffic control plans and the Dyer Lakes Sec 2 plat. The body is also considering budget transfers, street acceptances, and various interlocal agreements for law enforcement services.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans including Tamarron West Section 18 and Still Creek Ranch Section 5
• Budget transfer of $440,492 for District Attorney Office of the Governor Grants County Match
• Budget transfer of $70,385 for Sheriff's Office Office of the Governor Grants County Match
• Acceptance of a donated outdoor patio cover for Pinnacle Senior Center estimated at $97,412
• Grant award of $55,009.28 for the Sheriff's Office from the Statewide Automated Victim Notification Service

The Commissioners Court approved over $11 million in bills and ratified $20.9 million in disbursements. The court settled 11 condemnation suits related to SH 99 Frontage Road and authorized a $402,624.55 settlement for Gloria Lopez. Additionally, the court approved various mobility bond projects and land acquisitions.

• Approved $11,430,540.93 in bills (5-0)
• Settled 11 condemnation suits for SH 99 Frontage Road using Mobility Bonds (5-0)
• Authorized $402,624.55 settlement for Gloria Lopez vs. Fort Bend County (5-0)
• Approved $20,000 for due diligence on Sugar Land Auditorium purchase (5-0)
• Authorized acquisition of property in Fresno, Texas (5-0)
• Approved $1,550,780.80 for three ambulances from Sterling McCall Ford (5-0)
• Approved $1,258,875 grant application for bullet-resistant vehicle components (5-0)
• Approved $56,137.40 for Parcel R208563_39 regarding Reading Road Intersections (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will consider awarding a construction contract for dam improvements and a park trail. The board will also review tax abatement amendments and the purchase of several drainage easements.

• Award Bid 26-016 to Environmental Allies, LLC for $2,390,090 for Kitty Hollow Dam Improvements and Park Trail in Precinct Two
• Authorization of up to $130,000 in Certificates of Obligation to replace a tractor and mower assembly destroyed by fire
• First Amendment to Tax Abatement Agreements with Stargazer Solar LLC and Stargazer BESS LLC in Reinvestment Zone No. 32
• Purchase of drainage easements 01 and 02 (A. Wickson Survey) and easement 16 and 39, 40, 42, 45, 46, 48 (C.B. Stewart Survey)
• Closed session regarding Blue Ridge Landfill Texas, LP vs. Fort Bend County and Fort Bend County Drainage District

The Drainage District Board approved a construction contract for dam improvements and a park trail in Precinct Two. The board also approved several drainage easement purchases and tax abatement amendments for solar projects.

• Awarded $2,390,090 contract for Kitty Hollow Dam Improvements and Park Trail to Environmental Allies, LLC (5-0)
• Approved First Amendment to Tax Abatement Agreement with Stargazer Solar LLC (5-0)
• Approved First Amendment to Tax Abatement Agreement with Stargazer BESS LLC (5-0)
• Authorized up to $130,000 in Certificates of Obligation for a replacement tractor and mower assembly (5-0)
• Approved purchase of drainage easements 01 and 02 in A. Wickson Survey (5-0)
• Approved purchase of drainage easement 16 in C.B. Stewart Survey (5-0)
• Approved purchase of drainage easements 39, 40, 42, 45, 46, and 48 in C.B. Stewart Survey (5-0)
• Approved minutes from November 6, 2025 meeting (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 4

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 4 Board of Directors will meet to discuss funding for a federal grant. The board is considering allocating funds to provide a cash match for a US Department of Justice COPS Hiring Program grant.

• Proposed allocation of up to $2,023,100 for the FY2025 COPS Hiring Program grant cash match

The Commissioners Court approved funding for a federal grant match to support the US Department of Justice COPS Hiring Program. The court also approved the minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting.

• Approved allocation of up to $2,023,100 for US Department of Justice COPS Hiring Program grant cash match (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the September 9, 2025 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans and plat approvals for several developments. The body is also considering budget transfers, grant acceptances, and various interlocal agreements.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans for Tamarron West, Fulshear Lakes Hillside, Arabella on the Prairie, Still Creek Ranch, and Lakemont Bend Lane
• Budget transfer of $440,492 for the District Attorney's Office for Governor Grants County Match
• Budget transfer of $70,385 for the Sheriff's Office for Governor Grants County Match
• Acceptance of a $55,009.28 grant for the Sheriff's Office from the Office of the Governor’s SAVNS
• Authorization to advertise bids for the widening and reconstruction of Beechnut Street

The regular session scheduled for November 20, 2025, was rescheduled. No substantive decisions were recorded as the provided document is an agenda and a rescheduling notice.

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 4

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 4 Board of Directors will meet to discuss funding for a federal grant. The board is considering allocating funds to match a US Department of Justice COPS Hiring Program award.

• Proposed allocation of up to $2,023,100 for the FY2025 COPS Hiring Program grant cash match

The meeting scheduled for November 20, 2025, was rescheduled to November 24, 2025. No substantive decisions were recorded as the provided text consists of the meeting notice and agenda.

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to discuss infrastructure contracts, land easements, and tax abatement amendments. The board will also consider funding for equipment replacement and discuss pending litigation in a closed session.

• Award Bid 26-016 to Environmental Allies, LLC for $2,390,090 for Kitty Hollow Dam Improvements and Park Trail
• Authorize up to $130,000 in Certificates of Obligation for a replacement tractor and mower assembly
• First Amendment to Tax Abatement Agreements with Stargazer Solar LLC and Stargazer BESS LLC
• Purchase of drainage easements in the A. Wickson Survey and C.B. Stewart Survey
• Closed session regarding Blue Ridge Landfill Texas, LP vs. Fort Bend County and Fort Bend County Drainage District

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors meeting scheduled for November 20, 2025, was rescheduled to November 24, 2025. This document is a notice of the meeting and agenda only, so no actions were taken, approved, or denied. The agenda lists proposed items including tax abatement amendments, a tractor purchase, easement acquisitions, and a construction bid award.

• Meeting rescheduled to 11/24/2025
• No substantive decisions recorded in this document

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION

The meetings for the Commissioners Court, Drainage District Board of Directors, and Assistance District No. 4 Board of Directors scheduled for November 20, 2025, are canceled. These meetings are rescheduled for Monday, November 24, 2025, at 1:00 PM.

Meetings for the Commissioners Court, Drainage District Board of Directors, and Assistance District No. 4 Board of Directors scheduled for November 20, 2025, were canceled. These meetings are rescheduled for Monday, November 24, 2025, at 1:00 PM.

• Canceled meetings scheduled for November 20, 2025
• Rescheduled meetings to November 24, 2025, at 1:00 PM

SPECIAL SESSION 2

The Commissioners Court will meet to take action on canvassing the results of several elections held on November 4, 2025. This includes the Constitutional Amendment Election and elections for County Assistance Districts No. 3 and No. 5.

• Canvassing of November 4, 2025 Constitutional Amendment Election results
• Canvassing of County Assistance District No. 3 Election results
• Canvassing of County Assistance District No. 5 Election results

The Commissioners Court approved the canvassing of results for the November 4, 2025, Constitutional Amendment, County Assistance District No. 3, and County Assistance District No. 5 elections. Elections Administrator John Oldham reported that all Constitutional Amendments passed, while both CAD3 and CAD5 failed.

• Approved canvassing of November 4, 2025, election results (3-0)

NOTICE OF ATTENDANCE

A quorum of the Fort Bend County Commissioners Court will attend the Fort Bend Chamber Leadership Forum on November 12, 2025. The document states that no formal action will be taken during this event.

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court attended the Fort Bend Chamber Leadership Forum on November 12, 2025. The document records that no formal action was taken during this event.

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will conduct public hearings regarding proposed revisions to voting precincts for 2025 redistricting. The body is also considering several development plats, traffic control plans, and grant awards for emergency management and policing.

• Public hearing on proposed voting precinct revisions for 2025 Congressional and Commissioner redistricting
• Acceptance of a $1,250,000 DOJ grant for community policing with a $2,023,100 county cash match
• Approval of a $503,554 budget transfer for the county jail's climate control system
• Approval of plats for Holly Ridge Sections 2, 8, and 9 in Precinct 4
• Engineering services agreements for Toll Road Authority Project No. 101-054 with Cobb Fendley & Associates and Pape Dawson Engineers

The Commissioners Court approved new voting precinct lines and restored a boundary line between Precinct 1002 and Precinct 3111. The court also authorized the use of eminent domain for three road projects and approved several land acquisitions for parks. Additionally, a $1.56 million grant for community policing was accepted.

• Approved new voting precinct lines effective Jan 1, 2026 (3-0-2)
• Authorized eminent domain for West Airport Blvd, West Bellfort at SH 6, and Old Richmond Rd (5-0)
• Approved $1.56M DOJ grant for community policing initiatives (5-0)
• Approved acquisition of 6 acres for Barbara Jordan Park and 0.88 acres for Mustang Park (5-0)
• Approved $110,000 total contract for legal services regarding redistricting (3-2)
• Approved appointment of Katie Clayton to Gulf Coast Water Authority Board (5-0)
• Approved $8.19M in bills and ratified $39.65M in time-sensitive disbursements (5-0)
• Approved $317,021 for Texas A&M AgriLife Extension agent salaries (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to discuss funding for environmental surveys and engineering services. The board is considering a contract for mussel relocation and a budget transfer for the Brazos River Erosion project.

• Agreement with Terracon Consultants, Inc. for mussel survey and relocation services not to exceed $624,514.15
• Budget transfer of $40,832 for environmental surveys for the Brazos River Erosion project
• Authorization to advertise for engineering services for stream bank protection on Coon Creek and Flatbank Creek

The Board approved a contract with Terracon Consultants, Inc. for mussel survey and relocation services. They also authorized funds for Brazos River environmental surveys and advertising for engineering services for Coon Creek and Flatbank Creek.

• Approved $624,514.15 contract with Terracon Consultants, Inc. for mussel survey and relocation services (5-0)
• Approved $40,832 fund transfer for environmental surveys for the Brazos River Erosion project (5-0)
• Authorized advertising for professional engineering services for Coon Creek and Flatbank Creek stream bank protection (5-0)
• Approved minutes from October 23, 2025 meeting (5-0)

JOINT COUNTY ASSISTANCE DISTRICTS

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance Districts 1, 7, 10, and 11 will meet jointly. The body will consider an interlocal agreement for additional law enforcement services provided by the Office of Constable Precinct 1.

• Interlocal Motorcycle Deputy Agreement for one contract deputy through September 30, 2026, with costs split equally among Districts 1, 7, 10, and 11

The Commissioners Court approved an interlocal agreement to provide one contract motorcycle deputy from the Office of Constable Precinct 1. The cost of the services will be split equally among County Assistance Districts 1, 7, 10, and 11 through September 30, 2026.

• Approved Interlocal Motorcycle Deputy Agreement for CADs 1, 7, 10, and 11 (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes for CAD 1, 7, 10, and 11 (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to discuss equipment repairs and professional memberships. The board will consider authorizing funds for a vehicle part replacement and a multi-year agency membership.

• Authorization of up to $25,000 using Certificates of Obligation to replace the service body for Unit No. E051
• Public Membership Application to the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) for three years at a cost of $400

The Board approved the use of Certificates of Obligation for a vehicle service body replacement and a three-year agency membership to the Society of American Military Engineers.

• Approved minutes from October 9, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved $400 three-year agency membership to the Society of American Military Engineers (5-0)
• Approved up to $25,000 to replace the service body for Unit No. E051 (5-0)

JOINT COUNTY ASSISTANCE DISTRICTS

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance Districts 6, 7, 9, and 10 will meet to discuss funding for park projects and law enforcement services. The body will consider allocating funds for two splash pads and an agreement for a contract deputy.

• Allocation of $725,000 from District No. 6 for the Four Corners Park Splash Pad Project
• Allocation of $725,000 from District No. 9 for the Mission West Park Splash Pad Project
• Interlocal Motorcycle Deputy Agreement for one contract deputy provided by Constable Precinct 1 for Districts No. 7 and 10

The Commissioners Court approved funding for two park splash pads and a law enforcement agreement. The court also approved meeting minutes for four County Assistance Districts.

• Approved $725,000 from CAD 6 for Four Corners Park Splash Pad Project (5-0)
• Approved $725,000 from CAD 9 for Mission West Park Splash Pad Project (5-0)
• Approved Interlocal Motorcycle Deputy Agreement for CAD 7 and 10 through Sept 30, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes for CAD 6, 7, 9, and 10 (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans and plats for various residential and commercial projects. The body is also considering several budget transfers, grant acceptances, and law enforcement service agreements.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans including Jordan Ranch, Harvest Green, and Bellaire Boulevard
• Approval of plats for Holly Ridge, Dyer Lakes, and others
• Budget transfer of $503,544 for county jail climate control system projects
• Grant award of $241,000 for the District Attorney's Human Trafficking Investigation and Prosecution Project
• Interlocal Agreements for law enforcement services with Firethorne Community Association and Pecan Grove MUD

The Commissioners Court approved the issuance of up to $200 million in commercial paper notes for mobility bonds and settled several legal claims. The court also approved various infrastructure plats, grant awards, and a new regulation prohibiting transient animal sales.

• Authorized issuance of Unlimited Tax Extendable Commercial Paper Notes up to $200M (5-0)
• Approved $50,000 settlement for Cause No. 25-DCV-327565: April Cunningham v. Fort Bend County (5-0)
• Approved $112,500 acquisition for Bowser Road Project (5-0)
• Adopted regulations prohibiting transient animal sales (5-0)
• Approved $6.85M contract with Aramark Correctional Services for inmate food services (5-0)
• Approved $1M interlocal agreement with Harris County for Freedom Park pedestrian improvements (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 fee agreement with Randle Law Office LTD., L.L.P. (3-2)
• Tabled road overlay agreement with City of Stafford

SPECIAL SESSION 2

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court will meet to take action on a declaration prohibiting outdoor burning in unincorporated areas. The body will also consider an order to adopt new boundaries for Commissioners Court precincts.

• Declaration and Order Prohibiting Outdoor Burning in Unincorporated Fort Bend County
• Order Adopting New Commissioners Court Precinct Boundaries

The Commissioners Court approved new precinct boundaries, including an amendment to consolidate census blocks in the City of Thompsons into Precinct 3. The court also issued an order prohibiting outdoor burning in unincorporated areas of the county.

• Approved Order Prohibiting Outdoor Burning in Unincorporated Fort Bend County (5-0)
• Approved Order adopting new Commissioner Precinct boundaries including Mike Gibson Response to Comments JL Amendment 1 map (3-2)
• Approved amendment to move two census blocks in the City of Thompsons from Precinct 2 to Precinct 3 (3-2)
• Denied motion to enter Closed Session for Consultation With Attorney (2-3)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will consider several funding allocations and contracts for drainage and flood mitigation. This includes a large federal award for a conservation project and a consulting agreement with the local Chamber of Commerce.

• USDA award of $1,841,549.50 with a $558,016.50 county match for EWPP Project No. 5118
• Consulting services agreement with Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce not to exceed $59,000
• Allocation of $40,832 from CDBG Mitigation Regional MOD Program Contract No. 24-065-051-E543
• Change Order No. 2 with MC2 Civil, LLC to extend Long Point Creek project time to July 11, 2026

The Drainage District Board unanimously approved five substantive items. Key actions included accepting a $2.4 million federal award for an erosion control project, authorizing $40,832 in bond funds to cover a grant shortfall, and approving a $59,000 consulting agreement. The board also extended a construction contract timeline and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes from Sept 22 and 23 meetings (5-0)
• Authorized $40,832 from Flood Bond to cover CDBG-MIT shortfall (5-0)
• Approved $59,000 consulting agreement with Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce (5-0)
• Approved Change Order extending Long Point Creek construction to July 11, 2026 (5-0)
• Accepted $2,399,566 total USDA NRCS award for EWPP Project No. 5118 (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court will receive recommended redistricting maps from the Citizens Redistricting Advisory Committee. The body will also hold public hearings on community development plans and several traffic control plans.

• Public hearing for Amendments to the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and 2025 Action Plan
• Acceptance of streets and bond releases for Tamarron West, Sienna Parkway, Arabella on the Prairie, Sienna Section 50A, Sendero Tract, and Withers Ridge
• Interlocal Agreements for law enforcement services with MUDs 134D, 1, and 124
• Proposed $218,000 budget transfer for an American Rescue Plan Act consultant review
• Tax payment refunds totaling $27,048.99

The Commissioners Court approved several multi-million dollar construction projects, including the Kitty Hollow Park Community Center and the Black Cowboy Museum. The court also authorized the establishment of a county air quality monitoring system and received recommended redistricting maps.

• Approved $4,438,000 contract for Kitty Hollow Park Community Center (5-0)
• Approved $3,999,995 contract for Black Cowboy Museum construction (5-0)
• Authorized $100,000 for an air quality monitoring system program (5-0)
• Approved $200,000 sole-source agreement with Next Election Services, LLC (5-0)
• Received recommended redistricting maps from Advisory Committee (3-2)
• Authorized eminent domain for Fulshear Bend Drive Project #23118 (5-0)
• Approved $1,973,000 agreement with City of Rosenberg for 4th Street project (5-0)
• Created Blue Ribbon Committee to review Sheriff's Office salaries and benefits (5-0)

ADDENDUM TO AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will consider a request from the County Judge to update the membership of the Fort Bend County Citizens Advisory Committee.

• Proposed replacement of Robert Beham with Ethan Kasmir on the Fort Bend County Citizens Advisory Committee

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will hold a public hearing and vote on the proposed FY2026 budget. The board will also consider adopting the 2025 tax rate and approving capital improvement projects and acquisitions for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Public hearing on the proposed FY2026 budget
• Proposed 2025 total tax rate of 0.010000 per $100 of value
• Approval of FY2026 Capital Acquisitions and Capital Improvement Projects
• Adoption of FY2026 proposed positions for the Drainage District
• Assignment of FY2026 fleet management and take-home vehicles

The Board approved a $13,006,506 budget for FY2026 and adopted a total tax rate of $0.0100. Other approved items included the FY2026 fleet management schedule, take-home vehicle list, and capital improvement projects.

• Approved FY2026 Drainage District budget of $13,006,506 (4-1)
• Adopted total Drainage Tax Rate of $0.0100 (4-1)
• Approved FY2026 Capital Acquisitions and Capital Improvement Projects (4-1)
• Approved FY2026 Fleet Management schedule (5-0)
• Approved FY2026 take-home vehicle list (5-0)
• Approved FY2026 proposed positions (5-0)
• Approved September 9, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)

JOINT COUNTY ASSISTANCE DISTRICTS

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court, acting as the board for Assistance Districts 2, 5, 6, 9, and 11, will meet to discuss fund allocations. The board will consider funding a staff position and an agreement for community programs.

• Proposed allocation of $126,000 for salary, fringe benefits, and equipment for a position in Assistance District No. 5
• Proposed agreement with Fit Houston for Precinct 4 programs through September 30, 2026
• Proposed funding for Fit Houston: $31,250 each from Assistance Districts No. 2, 6, 9, and 11

The Commissioners Court approved an agreement with Fit Houston for Precinct 4 programs and allocated funds for a staff position in Assistance District No. 5. The court also approved several sets of previous meeting minutes.

• Approved $126,000 for salary, fringe benefits, and equipment for a position in Assistance District No. 5 (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Fit Houston for Precinct 4 programs through September 30, 2026, funded by $31,250 each from Assistance Districts 2, 6, 9, and 11 (5-0)
• Approved minutes for Assistance Districts 2, 5, 6, 9, and 11 (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will conduct public hearings regarding the proposed FY2026 budget and food establishment regulation fees. The body will also consider various traffic control plans and street acceptances for multiple residential developments.

• Public hearing on the Proposed FY2026 budget
• Public hearing to amend fees for Food Establishment regulations
• Acceptance of streets in Vacek Pointe, Tamarron West Section 19, and Olympia Falls Sec 3
• Budget transfers including $90,000 for Road & Bridge overtime and $80,000 for Medical Examiner overtime
• Grant award of $42,599.86 from TxDOT for the District Attorney's No Refusal Program

The Commissioners Court approved the FY2026 budget at $447,051,725 and adopted a total property tax rate of $0.4120, representing a 1.58% decrease. The court also authorized several mobility bond projects and approved numerous vendor contracts for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Adopted FY2026 budget of $447,051,725 (4-1)
• Decreased total property tax rate to $0.4120 (4-1)
• Approved $200,000 agreement with Next Election Services, LLC (5-0)
• Authorized $15,000 for litigation expenses for Wallis Street Project (5-0)
• Approved $450,000 contract increase for Quinn Development, LLC (5-0)
• Authorized eminent domain for Koeblen Road Seg. 1 (5-0)
• Approved $22,796.72 in tax payment refunds (5-0)
• Terminated Fire Service Agreement with Fairchilds Volunteer Fire Department (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT PUBLIC HEARING

The Board of Directors will conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026. The agenda includes a taxpayer impact statement showing a proposed tax rate of $0.010000 per $100 of value.

• Public hearing on the Proposed FY2026 budget
• Proposed tax rate of $0.010000 per $100 of value
• Estimated tax of $28 on a median homestead taxable value of $283,780

The Drainage District Board conducted a public hearing regarding the proposed FY2026 budget. No public comments were made during the hearing, and no formal votes or decisions were recorded.

PUBLIC HEARING

The Commissioners Court will conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026. The agenda includes a taxpayer impact statement for the General Fund.

• Public hearing on the Proposed FY2026 budget
• Proposed Tax Rate of $0.412000 per $100 of value
• Proposed tax on median homestead of $1,169

The Commissioners Court conducted a public hearing regarding the proposed FY2026 budget. No public comments were made during the meeting, and no formal votes or decisions were recorded.

SPECIAL SESSION 2

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court will meet to discuss and consider action regarding the county's redistricting effort. The meeting also includes a discussion on the Citizens Advisory Redistricting Committee.

• Fort Bend County redistricting effort
• Citizens Advisory Redistricting Committee

The Commissioners Court established that the Citizens Redistricting Advisory Committee is advisory only and not subject to Open Meetings or Open Records Acts. The Court also designated the law firm of Rogers, Morris & Grover to provide legal advice on redistricting, excluding the County Attorney from the process.

• Established Citizens Redistricting Advisory Committee as advisory only and not subject to Open Meetings or Open Records Act (3-2)
• Designated Rogers, Morris & Grover as legal counsel for redistricting and excluded the Fort Bend County Attorney from the process (3-1)
• Withdrew Addendum items regarding redistricting guidelines, criteria, and the rescission of the Rogers, Morris & Grover engagement letter

ADDENDUM TO AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will consider establishing guidelines and criteria for the 2025 redistricting of political boundaries. The body will also discuss rescinding a previously approved engagement letter with a law firm.

• Order establishing guidelines for the 2025 Fort Bend County Citizens Advisory Redistricting Committee
• Order establishing criteria for the 2025 redistricting of political boundaries
• Proposed rescission of the engagement letter with Rogers, Morris & Grover, LLP

ADDENDUM TO FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 4

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 4 Board of Directors will consider a contract amendment for park construction. The item involves design and build services for pavilions and a maintenance building in Precinct 2.

• First Amendment to Agreement with Apex Consulting Group, Inc. for Kitty Hollow Park Improvements (Large Pavilions and Maintenance Building) in an additional amount of $3,019,180, for a total not to exceed $3,135,680

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to discuss a contract amendment. The board is considering extending the performance period for a county-wide watershed study.

• Third Amendment to Agreement with William Marsh Rice University to extend performance time through September 30, 2025, with no change in compensation

The Board approved a time extension for a county-wide watershed study research agreement. No changes to compensation were made as part of this amendment.

• Approved Third Amendment to Agreement with William Marsh Rice University to extend performance through September 30, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from August 26, 2025 meeting (5-0)

ADDENDUM TO AGENDA

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court is considering a first amendment to an agreement with Apex Consulting Group, Inc. The action concerns design and build services for the construction phase of pavilions and a maintenance building at Kitty Hollow Park in Precinct 2.

• First Amendment to Agreement with Apex Consulting Group, Inc. for Kitty Hollow Park Improvements: additional $3,019,180 for a total not to exceed $3,135,680

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans for several developments in Precinct 1. The body is also considering various budget transfers, out-of-state travel requests, and the acceptance of new streets.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans including Jordan Ranch, Tamarron, and Cross Creek West
• Budget transfer of $341,740 to allocate interest earned on the Parks Bond Fund
• Acceptance of streets in Cross Creek West Section Seven with a bond release of $276,000
• Acceptance of streets in Tamarron Point Street Dedication Section 5 with a bond release of $274,176
• Grant awards for Constable Pct. 1 from TxDOT totaling $33,875

The Commissioners Court approved a contract amendment for the construction of large pavilions and a maintenance building at Kitty Hollow Park. Other key actions included authorizing settlements in opioid litigation and approving various mobility bond projects and land acquisitions.

• Approved $3,135,680 total contract for Kitty Hollow Park improvements (5-0)
• Authorized settlement participation in Texas opioid multi-district litigation (5-0)
• Approved $31,378,274.09 in bills and $12,692,885.49 in time-sensitive disbursements (5-0)
• Approved release of liens for Texana Center on three properties (5-0)
• Accepted traffic control plans for nine locations in Precinct 1 (5-0)
• Approved $188,840 purchase of a generator for the Gus George Law Enforcement Academy (5-0)
• Approved Master Services Agreement with Genesys Works for student learning (5-0)
• Authorized $42,500 purchase of parcel for Evergreen Street Seg 1 (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 10

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 10 will meet to discuss funding for a specific mobility project. The body is considering the allocation of funds for the design and construction of a traffic signal.

• Request to allocate estimated $575,000 for a traffic signal at Katy Gaston at Summerset Ridge Lane (Mobility Bond Project No. 23102, Precinct 1)

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 10 approved the allocation of estimated funds for a new traffic signal in Precinct 1. The board also approved the minutes from a previous meeting.

• Approved estimated $575,000 for design and construction of traffic signal at Katy Gaston at Summerset Ridge Lane (5-0)
• Approved minutes of meeting held on April 8, 2025 (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 4

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 4 Board of Directors will meet to discuss funding adjustments for a construction project in Precinct 2. The board is considering a change in how debt service for the project is financed.

• Revision of funding for Mustang Park Community Center Renovation and New Construction from $19,405,561.50 to $13,902,811.50
• Proposal to fund the remaining $5,502,750 for the project from Parks Bonds

The Commissioners Court revised the funding sources for the Mustang Park Community Center project and approved an amendment for Kitty Hollow Park construction. Both actions were passed unanimously.

• Revised Mustang Park Community Center funding from $19,405,561.50 to $13,902,811.50, with $5,502,750 shifted to Parks Bonds (5-0)
• Approved First Amendment to Apex Consulting Group, Inc. for Kitty Hollow Park construction in an additional $3,019,180, totaling $3,135,680 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from August 26, 2025 meeting (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 4

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 4 Board of Directors will meet to discuss funding for debt service. The primary action involves Certificates of Obligation Bonds for a project in Precinct 2.

• Approval of $19,405,561.50 for debt service related to Certificates of Obligation Bonds for the construction and renovation of the Mustang Park Community Center, Precinct 2

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 4 approved debt service funding for the construction and renovation of the Mustang Park Community Center in Precinct 2. The board also approved the minutes from the May 27, 2025, meeting.

• Approved $19,405,561.50 in debt service for Certificates of Obligation Bonds for Mustang Park Community Center (4-0)
• Approved minutes from May 27, 2025 meeting (4-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will discuss the 2025 tax rate and schedule public hearings for the FY2026 proposed budget. The board is also considering a budget transfer for land acquisition in Rosenberg and a contract extension for the Big Creek Expansion Project.

• Proposed total drainage district tax rate of 0.0100
• Request to transfer $25,000 for the purchase of approximately 15.34 acres of land in Rosenberg
• Scheduling of FY2026 budget public hearings for September 22 and 23, 2025
• Second Amendment to CivilTech Engineering, Inc. agreement for the Big Creek Expansion Project to extend performance through March 31, 2027

The Board approved a total tax rate of $0.0100, representing a 16.2 percent decrease. Other actions included allocating funds for land purchase in Rosenberg and extending a project timeline for Big Creek Expansion.

• Approved 16.2% decrease in total tax rate to $0.0100 (5-0)
• Approved $25,000 transfer for purchase of ~15.34 acres in Rosenberg (4-0)
• Approved public hearings for FY2026 Proposed Budget for Sept 22 and 23, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved contract extension for CivilTech Engineering, Inc. through March 31, 2027 (4-0)
• Approved August 12, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will conduct public hearings regarding DR Buyout Guideline Amendments and the FY2023 Emergency Solutions Grant Program. The body will also consider various budget transfers, out-of-state travel requests, and the acceptance of several street dedications.

• Public hearing on DR Buyout Guideline Amendments
• Public hearing on FY2023 Emergency Solutions Grant Program fund allocations
• Acceptance of bond rider for Ryehill Parkway Street Dedication Section 2 for $731,764.60
• Budget transfer of $49,000 for Tax Office operations and Sugar Land Tax Office camera installation
• Approval of $3,170 for a National Association for County Community and Economic Development membership

The Commissioners Court approved a total tax rate of $0.4120, representing a 1.58 percent decrease. The court also rescheduled regular meetings to Thursdays at 1:00 p.m. starting October 9, 2025, and approved several multi-million dollar software and construction contracts.

• Decreased total property tax rate to $0.4120 (4-0)
• Rescheduled regular meetings to Thursdays at 1:00 p.m. starting Oct 9, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved $6.89M software upgrade contract with DLT Solutions LLC (4-0)
• Awarded $8.62M contract to Bass Construction Co., Inc. for Abe and Lizzie Daily Park (4-0)
• Awarded $2.33M contract to D.L. Meacham, L.P. for Super Daves All Abilities Park (4-0)
• Appointed four members to the Citizens Redistricting Advisory Committee (4-0)
• Authorized eminent domain for Koeblen Road Seg. 1 project (4-0)
• Approved $20.76M in bills and $27.02M in time-sensitive disbursements (4-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 5

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 5 Board of Directors will meet to discuss staffing and administrative matters. The primary action item is the potential creation of a new Urban Planner Grade 109 position.

• Proposed creation of one Urban Planner Grade 109 position to support project planning in the Fresno District, funded by CAD 5 Sales Tax

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 5 held a special meeting on August 26, 2025. The Commissioners Court unanimously approved the creation of one new Urban Planner position (Grade 109) to support project planning in the Fresno District, funded by CAD 5 Sales Tax. The meeting also approved the minutes from the previous August 12 session.

• Approved minutes from August 12, 2025 meeting (4-0)
• Created one new Urban Planner Grade 109 position for Fresno District planning (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:19 p.m.

SPECIAL SESSION 2

The Commissioners Court will meet in closed session to deliberate personnel matters. The body will then reconvene in open session to consider taking action on evaluations for nine county directors and officials.

• Evaluation of Perri D' Armond, Transit Director
• Evaluation of Stephen Pustilnik, Chief Medical Examiner
• Evaluation of Justin Yurek, Fire Marshal
• Evaluation of Darren McCarthy, Parks Director
• Evaluation of Nicole Ledet, Director of Human Resources

The Commissioners Court met in closed session to deliberate on the evaluations of nine executive managers. Following the session, Judge George stated for the record that all nine managers were evaluated and the reports will be added to their personnel files.

• Completed evaluations for Transit Director Perri D' Armond
• Completed evaluations for Chief Medical Examiner Stephen Pustilnik
• Completed evaluations for Fire Marshal Justin Yurek
• Completed evaluations for Parks Director Darren McCarthy
• Completed evaluations for Director of Human Resources Nicole Ledet
• Completed evaluations for Economic Development Director Carlos Guzman
• Completed evaluations for Director of Health & Human Services Letosha Gale-Lowe
• Completed evaluations for Director of Library Roosevelt Weeks and Director of Fort Bend County Toll Road Authority David Gornet

SPECIAL SESSION 2

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court will meet to take action on calling an election. The proposed election concerns the creation of the Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 3 and the imposition of a sales and use tax within incorporated Fort Bend County.

• Order calling election for Creation of the Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 3 and Imposition of a Sales and Use Tax

The Commissioners Court approved an order to call an election for the creation of the Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 3. This action includes the imposition of a sales and use tax within incorporated Fort Bend County.

• Approved Order Calling Election for Creation of the Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 3 and Imposition of a Sales and Use Tax (3-0)

SPECIAL SESSION 2

The Commissioners Court will meet in closed session to deliberate personnel matters. The body will then reconvene in open session to consider taking action on evaluations for nine executive managers.

• Evaluation of Mark Vogler, General Manager/Chief Engineer Drainage
• Evaluation of Pamela Gubbels, Director of Finance & Investments
• Evaluation of Scott Wieghat, Road Commissioner
• Evaluation of James Knight, Facilities Management/Planning Director
• Evaluation of Wyatt Scott, Director of Risk Management

The Commissioners Court met in closed session to deliberate personnel matters. Judge George stated for the record that nine executive managers were evaluated and the reports will be placed in their personnel files.

• Completed evaluations for 9 executive managers

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will discuss funding for flood control and shoreline protection projects. The meeting includes budget transfers for flood fighting equipment and a contract change for creek rehabilitation.

• Application for $2,366,556 total for streambank and shoreline protection
• Change Order No. 1 with MC2 Civil, LLC for Long Point Creek Channel Rehabilitation, decreasing contract by $2,616.56
• Budget transfer of $17,100 for the purchase of two 105' Aqua Dams
• Budget transfer of $650,000 from McCrary Road Elevation to flood control in William Morton Survey, Abstract 63, Precinct 4
• Resolution to ratify Paul Stamatis as a candidate for the Fort Bend Central Appraisal District Board

The Drainage District Board unanimously approved a $2,366,556 application for streambank and shoreline protection work. The board also authorized the purchase of a 15.34-acre tract in Rosenberg for $25,000 to support drainage and detention improvements. Additional approvals included a contract change order for Long Point Creek improvements and fund transfers for flood control projects.

• Approved $2,366,556 application for streambank/shoreline protection (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Long Point Creek Channel, decreasing contract by $2,616.56 (5-0)
• Approved $17,100 transfer for two Aqua Dams (5-0)
• Approved $650,000 transfer for flood control in William Morton Survey (5-0)
• Ratified out-of-state travel for R. Poppe to Chicago (5-0)
• Approved resolution electing Paul Stamatis to Fort Bend Central Appraisal District Board (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 15.34-acre tract in Rosenberg for $25,000 (4-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will conduct public hearings regarding traffic control plans and a modification to the Major Thoroughfare Plan for Vicksburg Boulevard. The body will also consider multiple budget transfers for IT equipment and the acceptance of streets in several subdivisions.

• Public hearing for Vicksburg Boulevard modification in Missouri City and Houston ETJs
• Public hearings for traffic control plans at Harvest Home Drive and Church Colony
• Budget transfer of $64,269 for Elections overages
• Budget transfer of $26,000 for District Clerk passport processing postage
• Street acceptance and bond releases for Cross Creek West, Kingdom Heights, and Candela

The Commissioners Court awarded a $19.4M construction contract for the Mustang Park Community Center. The court also approved several real estate transactions, including a $2.75M property sale in Rosenberg and a $600,000 purchase in Richmond.

• Awarded $19,405,561.50 contract to Patriot Contracting, LLC for Mustang Park Community Center (5-0)
• Approved sale of property at 1117 First St and 1115 Second St, Rosenberg to The Liberation Project for $2,750,000 (4-0)
• Approved purchase of property at 911 Richmond Pkwy for $600,000 (4-0)
• Approved amended 2025 redistricting criteria and guidelines (3-2)
• Authorized $85,000 settlement for Reading Rd. Intersections Parcel 23 (4-0)
• Approved $50,000 Texas Veteran's Commission grant for veteran assistance (5-0)
• Approved revisions to Employee Information Manual leave policies (3-1-1)
• Authorized $24,420,019.26 in bills and $35,177,364.43 in time-sensitive disbursements (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 5

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 5 Board of Directors will meet to discuss funding for real property in Fresno, Texas. The board will also consider calling an election to expand the district's boundaries and impose a sales and use tax.

• Proposed $750,000 purchase of real property in Fresno, Texas, including a Joint-Use Parking Agreement with First Baptist Church Fresno
• Proposed Order Calling Election for the inclusion of an area into district boundaries and imposition of a sales and use tax

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 5 approved funds for real property in Fresno, Texas, and a joint-use parking agreement. The board also called for an election to expand the district's boundaries and impose a sales and use tax.

• Approved $750,000 plus closing costs for real property acquisition in Fresno, TX and a Joint-Use Parking Agreement with First Baptist Church Fresno (5-0)
• Approved Order Calling Election for the inclusion of an area into District No. 5 boundaries and imposition of a sales and use tax (5-0)
• Approved minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 3

The Board of Directors will meet to take action on an order calling for an election. The proposed election concerns the creation of the Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 3 and the imposition of a sales and use tax in unincorporated Fort Bend County.

• Order Calling Election for Creation of the Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 3 and Imposition of a Sales and Use Tax

The Commissioners Court did not take action on the order to call an election for the creation of Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 3 and the imposition of a sales and use tax. The County Attorney stated the matter needed to be closed and moved to the main agenda because the district is not yet a legal entity.

• Action on Order Calling Election for Creation of Assistance District No. 3 and Sales and Use Tax: No action taken

BUDGET WORKSHOP

The Commissioners Court will review the recommended FY 2026 budget and discuss departmental funding. The body will also consider cost of living adjustments for county employees and FY 2026 capital improvement projects.

• Review of FY 2026 recommended budget and departmental budgets for 18 categories
• Discussion of county employee cost of living adjustments
• Discussion of FY 2026 Capital Improvement Projects
• Proposed move of parks projects from non-voted debt service to the 2023 Parks Bond
• Proposal to adopt the 12th Edition of Robert’s Rules of Order as parliamentary authority

The Commissioners Court reviewed a recommended FY 2026 budget of $743.9 million and discussed various departmental requests. No final actions were taken on the budget, associate judge staffing, or debt service projects. A proposal to update the court's parliamentary authority was tabled.

• Tabled adoption of the 12th Edition of Robert’s Rules of Order
• No action taken on Associate Judges recommendation for FY 2026 budget
• No action taken on moving parks projects to the 2023 Parks Bond

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will discuss purchasing a backhoe loader and acquiring a drainage easement. The board will also consider negotiating a mussel survey contract and meet in closed session regarding levee expansion and detention property.

• Purchase of one backhoe loader from Doggett for an amount not to exceed $147,304
• Acceptance and purchase of Drainage Easement 20 within the C.B. Stewart Survey, Abstract 90
• Negotiation of RFP 25-066 for Mussel Survey and Relocation Services with Terracon Consultants, Inc.
• Closed session deliberation on Levee Expansion
• Closed session deliberation on property for drainage improvements and detention uses

The Board authorized the appraisal and acquisition of property for flood control and erosion mitigation in Richmond. Other actions included updating a backhoe loader purchase price and approving a drainage easement in Precinct 4.

• Approved property evaluation and acquisition for Richmond flood control project (5-0)
• Approved updated purchase price of $147,304 for one backhoe loader from Doggett (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Drainage Easement 20 in C.B. Stewart Survey, Precinct 4 (5-0)
• Approved negotiations with Terracon Consultants, Inc. for mussel survey and relocation services (5-0)
• Approved minutes from July 8, 2025 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing regarding traffic control plans for Tamarron West Section 14. The body will also consider multiple budget transfers, grant acceptances, and contract renewals.

• Public hearing for traffic control plans for Tamarron West Section 14, Precinct 1
• Budget transfer of $100,000 for maintenance and repair of County facilities
• Grant award of $26,600 from the Office of the Governor for a Project Safe Neighborhood Analyst
• Contract renewal for Brainfuse, Inc. online homework tutoring not to exceed $95,000
• Tax payment refunds in the amount of $22,987.06

The Commissioners Court adopted the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Policy and approved over $26 million in bills. The court also authorized several bond issuances and approved multiple infrastructure and transportation contracts.

• Approved $26,167,112.56 in bills (5-0)
• Adopted Fort Bend County Budget Policy for Fiscal Year 2026 (5-0)
• Approved issuance of Certificates of Obligation, Limited Tax Refunding Bonds, Unlimited Tax Road and Refunding Bonds, and Limited Tax Facilities Bonds (5-0)
• Approved $5.1M contract to Hurtado Construction Company for Library Access Road (5-0)
• Approved $3.08M purchase of six ambulances from Sterling McCall Ford (5-0)
• Appointed Anna Martinez as Community Development Director (5-0)
• Approved $1.2M contract amendment with Netsync Incorporated for IT services (5-0)
• Approved moving voters from precinct 2009 to precinct 3009 (3-0-2)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 2

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 2 Board of Directors will meet to discuss funding for a senior center. The board will also review minutes from a previous meeting.

• Proposed allocation of $4,900,000 for the Mission Bend Senior Center

The Commissioners Court approved additional funding for the Mission Bend Senior Center to accommodate an expanded project scope. The funding will be drawn from CAD 2 funds rather than general obligation bond debt.

• Approved $4,900,000 allocation for the Mission Bend Senior Center (5-0)
• Approved minutes from the March 25, 2025 meeting (5-0)

NOTICE OF ATTENDANCE

Members of the Fort Bend County Commissioners Court will attend a press conference at the Homeland Security and Emergency Management Operations Center. The discussion will cover hurricane preparedness and flood cameras. No formal action will be taken.

• Press conference regarding Hurricane Preparedness and Flood Cameras

The provided document is a notice of attendance for a press conference regarding hurricane preparedness and flood cameras. The record explicitly states that no formal action was to be taken and notes that no minutes were taken.

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and a specific travel request. The board is deciding whether to authorize out-of-state travel for a staff member to attend a professional conference.

• Approval of out-of-state travel for R. Poppe to attend the 2025 National Association of Flood and Stormwater Management Agencies annual meeting in Chicago, Illinois, from July 20 to July 25, 2025

The Drainage District Board approved out-of-state travel for R. Poppe to attend a national flood management meeting in Chicago. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the previous meeting held on June 24, 2025. No other substantive decisions or policy changes were made during this brief session.

• Approved minutes of June 24, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel for R. Poppe to Chicago, July 20-25, 2025 (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will conduct public hearings regarding proposed changes to voting precinct boundaries and traffic control plans for the Trillium area. The body will also consider several budget transfers, grant acceptances, and the approval of multiple land plats.

• Public hearing on proposed changes to Fort Bend County voting precinct boundaries
• Acceptance of $832,755 HIDTA grant for the Sheriff's Office and $20,000 Petco Love grant for Animal Services
• Budget transfer of $3,739,067 from Auditor's Court Fees for court appointed services
• Approval of plats for McCrary Road Commercial Park, Jordan Ranch Boulevard Church Subdivision, and others
• Release of a $136,710 bond for street acceptance in Walnut Creek Section Seventeen

The Commissioners Court approved the creation of a Citizens Redistricting Advisory Committee and hired legal counsel for redistricting matters. The court also authorized several property acquisitions for mobility and park projects and approved various budget transfers.

• Approved creation of Citizens Redistricting Advisory Committee (3-2)
• Approved engagement of Rogers, Morris & Grover, LLP for redistricting legal advice (3-2)
• Approved $385,674 interlocal agreement with City of Arcola for wastewater expansion (5-0)
• Denied proposed changes to voting precinct lines (2-2-1)
• Authorized purchase of 2.8 acres adjacent to a County Park in Fresno (4-0)
• Approved $1.29M and $1.13M bridge replacement contracts for Aranda Brothers Construction Co., Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $16.67M in bills and ratified $17.27M in time-sensitive disbursements (5-0)
• Tabled revisions to Employee Information Manual leave policies

SPECIAL SESSION 2

The Commissioners Court will meet in closed session to conduct interviews for the Director of Community Development. The body will then reconvene in open session to consider taking action on these personnel matters.

• Interviews for Director of Community Development

The Commissioners Court met in a special session to conduct interviews for the Director of Community Development. After deliberating in a closed session, the court reconvened in open session and took no action.

• Director of Community Development interviews: No action

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to discuss a contract amendment for on-call drainage reviews. The board will also address the write-off of older property taxes for the Drainage Fund.

• Proposed $100,000 increase to Halff Associates, Inc. contract for professional engineering services, bringing the total not to exceed $200,000
• 10/20 Year Write-Off of Property Taxes for the Fort Bend County Drainage Fund

The Board approved a contract amendment to increase funding for professional engineering services. It also authorized the write-off of old property taxes for the Drainage Fund.

• Approved $100,000 increase to Halff Associates, Inc. contract for on-call drainage reviews, totaling $200,000 (5-0)
• Approved 10/20 Year Write-Off of Property Taxes for the Fort Bend County Drainage Fund (5-0)
• Approved minutes from June 10, 2025 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans and a partial replat in Precinct 4. The body is also deciding on several budget transfers, grant acceptances for health and law enforcement, and the acceptance of new streets in multiple precincts.

• Proposed $385,674 transfer for the expansion of the Arcola Wastewater Treatment Facility
• Acceptance of streets and bond releases for Cross Creek West Boulevard Extension No 1, Stonecreek Estates Section Four, Walnut Creek Sections 14 and 16, and Fairpark Village Section 9
• Grant awards for Disease Intervention Specialists ($174,444) and Tuberculosis Prevention and Control ($286,041)
• Budget transfer of $42,000 for the purchase of a 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe LT for the Sheriff's Office
• Public hearing for the Waterview Town Center Sec 2 Partial Replat No. 1 plat

The Commissioners Court approved the sale of fireworks during the Diwali holiday through 2030, requiring an annual schedule of allowable dates. The court also approved numerous mobility bond projects, land acquisitions, and grant awards. A proposal for a parking garage at the Epicenter was tabled due to budget and debt concerns.

• Approved Diwali fireworks sales through 2030 (5-0)
• Tabled parking garage at the Epicenter design/build negotiations
• Approved $33.6M in bills and $29.1M in time-sensitive disbursements (5-0)
• Approved $174,444 and $286,041 health grants from Dept. of State Health Services (5-0)
• Approved land acquisitions for SH 99, Evergreen, and FM 521 South (5-0)
• Settled condemnation suits for Westenfeldt Road for $16,424 and $159,933 (5-0)
• Approved $3.9M contract for employee health and wellness services (5-0)
• Approved $1.24M for Polaris license subscriptions (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will hold a public hearing and take action on the 2025 Tax Abatement Guidelines and Criteria. The board will also consider a joint application template for tax abatements and a budget transfer for IT equipment.

• Public hearing for the Adoption of the 2025 Tax Abatement Guidelines & Criteria
• Approval of the 2025 Fort Bend County Tax Abatement Joint Application template
• Proposed $4,000 budget transfer from Contingency to Information Technology for new First Assistant Engineer equipment

The Drainage District Board unanimously approved the 2025 Tax Abatement Guidelines and Criteria, as well as the joint application template for granting tax abatement agreements. The board also approved a $4,000 budget transfer from Contingency to Information Technology for new employee equipment. No public comments were received during the hearing.

• Approved 2025 Tax Abatement Guidelines and Criteria (4-0)
• Approved 2025 Tax Abatement Joint Application template (4-0)
• Approved $4,000 transfer from Contingency to IT for new engineer equipment (4-0)
• Approved minutes from May 27, 2025 meeting (4-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will conduct public hearings regarding tax abatement criteria and several traffic control plans. The body is also considering various budget transfers, street acceptances, and out-of-state travel requests for county personnel.

• Public hearing for the Adoption of the 2025 Tax Abatement Guidelines & Criteria for Tax Abatements
• Acceptance of streets and bond releases for Jordan Ranch Sec 26 ($221,060), Vacek County Meadows Section 2 ($183,435), and others
• Budget transfer of $53,500 from Salaries to Overtime for Parks
• Budget transfer of $31,853 from Information Technology to Capital Acquisitions for core switch cards
• Acceptance of a $56,182 grant from the Texas Department of State Health Service for Epidemiology

The Commissioners Court approved $10 million in Certificates of Obligation for infrastructure and facility improvements at Kitty Hollow Park. Other major actions included approving a $5.1M network solutions contract and accepting various street dedications and plats.

• Authorized up to $10M for Kitty Hollow Park upgrades (4-0)
• Approved $5,146,258.65 contract with Netsync Network Solutions Inc. (4-0)
• Approved $360,000 land purchase for Mason Road/Grand Parkway project (4-0)
• Approved $1.7M TxDOT grant for public transportation (4-0)
• Authorized $189,415.01 purchase for Evergreen Seg 2 (4-0)
• Approved 2025 Tax Abatement Guidelines and Application template (4-0)
• Approved $21.6M in bills and $17.9M in ratified disbursements (4-0)
• Approved traffic control plans for seven locations (3-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will discuss extending performance deadlines for two professional service agreements. Both proposed amendments involve no changes to compensation.

• Third Amendment to Freese and Nichols, Inc. agreement for Kitty Hollow Dam Improvements to extend performance through March 10, 2027
• First Amendment to Huitt-Zollars, Inc. agreement for a drainage masterplan west of the City of Rosenberg to extend performance through October 25, 2025

The Board approved two contract amendments to extend performance deadlines for professional engineering services. Both extensions were approved without changes to compensation.

• Approved Third Amendment to Freese and Nichols, Inc. agreement for Kitty Hollow Dam Improvements to extend performance through March 10, 2027 (5-0)
• Approved First Amendment to Huitt-Zollars, Inc. agreement for drainage masterplan west of the City of Rosenberg to extend performance through October 25, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from May 13, 2025 meeting (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 4

The Board of Directors will discuss changing the boundaries of the district through several annexations and exclusions. The meeting includes a proposal to impose sales and use taxes within newly expanded areas.

• Annexation of remaining property owned by Hannover Estates LTD effective June 1, 2025
• Order imposing sales and use taxes within expanded district boundaries
• De-annexation of 167.807 acres across Missouri City and Fresno, including parcels on Fort Bend Parkway and Hurricane Lane
• Annexation of a 10-acre tract (R78956) from Fort Bend Municipal Utility District No. 23 effective June 1, 2025

The Commissioners Court approved the annexation of two properties and the de-annexation of seven parcels totaling 167.807 acres. The court also approved imposing sales and use taxes within the expanded district areas.

• Approved annexation of Hannover Estates LTD property effective June 1, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved imposing sales and use taxes in expanded district areas (5-0)
• Approved de-annexation of 167.807 acres across seven parcels effective immediately (5-0)
• Approved annexation of 10-acre tract (R78956) from Fort Bend MUD No. 23 effective June 1, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from April 8, 2025 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will conduct public hearings regarding changes to voting precinct boundaries and the redistricting of Voter and Commissioner Precincts. The body will also consider various street acceptances, plat approvals, and budget transfers.

• Public hearings on voting precinct boundaries and Commissioner Precinct redistricting
• Proposed modification to Major Thoroughfare Plan for Blue Ridge Road and Hiram Clarke Road
• Budget transfer of $150,000 for legal services regarding CDBG and Julpit Projects
• Acceptance of $18,500 grant from NEHA and FDA for retail standards
• Street acceptances and bond releases for Caldwell Ranch Section 8, Jordan Ranch Sec. 42, and others

The Commissioners Court approved a $2 million agreement with Impact Church Houston to construct transitional housing for victims of human trafficking. The court also authorized several land acquisitions for the Reading Road Intersections project and approved a $3.6 million ERP software upgrade. A proposed redistricting plan was withdrawn from the agenda.

• Approved $2M agreement with Impact Church Houston for transitional housing (5-0)
• Approved $3.6M ERP software implementation and $5.8M in subscription fees (5-0)
• Authorized multiple land acquisitions for Reading Road Intersections Project #20109 (5-0)
• Approved $5.1M for Cisco Enterprise Agreement licenses (5-0)
• Approved $20.8M in bills and $21.6M in time-sensitive disbursements (5-0)
• Withdrew proposed redistricting plan (Item 22B)
• Approved appointment of Angela Segura to Levee Improvement District No. 17 (5-0)
• Approved $450,000 transfer for Quinn Development contract extension (5-0)

NOTICE OF ATTENDANCE

Commissioner Andy Meyers will hold town hall meetings to provide information and receive public feedback on proposed changes to voter and commissioner precinct boundaries. The document states that no formal action will be taken at these meetings.

• Town hall at Fort Bend County Cinco Ranch Library
• Town hall at Fort Bend County University Library
• Town hall at Fort Bend County Historic Courthouse

The provided document is a notice of attendance for town hall meetings hosted by Commissioner Andy Meyers. The record explicitly states that no formal action would be taken at these meetings. No minutes of the proceedings were taken.

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will discuss a feasibility study for drainage improvements in Fresno-Arcola and the adoption of property tax exemptions for 2025. The board will also consider equipment purchases and a drainage easement acquisition.

• Professional Engineering Services contract with Diaz Engineering, LLC up to $308,929 for Fresno-Arcola Drainage Improvements Feasibility Study
• Purchase of one boom mower from Tiger Mowers not to exceed $74,175
• Adoption of 2025 Local Option Exemptions: Homestead (20% or $5,000), Over 65 ($100,000), and Disabled Person ($100,000)
• Purchase of Drainage Easement 21 within the C.B. Stewart Survey, Abstract 90, Precinct 4

The board approved a $308,929 feasibility study for drainage improvements in Fresno-Arcola and adopted local option property tax exemptions for 2025. Other actions included purchasing a boom mower and reclassifying a vacant staff position.

• Approved $308,929 contract with Diaz Engineering, LLC for Fresno-Arcola Drainage Improvements Feasibility Study (5-0)
• Adopted 2025 property tax exemptions: Homestead (20% or $5,000), Over 65 ($100,000), and Disabled Person ($100,000) (5-0)
• Approved purchase of one boom mower from Tiger Mowers not to exceed $74,175 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Drainage Easement 21 in C.B. Stewart Survey, Abstract 90 (5-0)
• Approved reclassifying a vacant position to First Assistant Engineer, Pay Grade 115 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from April 22, 2025 meeting (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans and a community development project for the City of Richmond. The body will also consider several street acceptances, plat approvals, and budget transfers.

• Public hearing for City of Richmond Project No. 896 regarding environmental impact and fund release
• Acceptance of streets in Glendales Lakes Section 10, Caldwell Ranch Sections 9 and 10, and Bellfort Farms Sec 2
• Approval of a $710,210.00 bond for Williams Ranch Multifamily Commercial
• Budget transfer of $23,000 for anticipated FY2025 expenses in Precinct 4
• Authorization to purchase parcel R387496_4 for $3,135.34 for Old Richmond Road

The Commissioners Court established a Mental Health and Behavioral Health Task Force for county employees with an estimated annual budget of $50,000. The court also approved numerous mobility bond projects, property acquisitions, and tax exemptions for the 2025 tax year.

• Created Employee Mental Health and Behavioral Health Task Force (5-0)
• Approved 2025 General Fund property tax exemptions: Homestead (20% or $5,000), Over 65 ($100,000), and Disabled Person ($100,000) (5-0)
• Authorized eminent domain for Gaines Road Segment 1 and Big Creek Drainage Easement (5-0)
• Approved $24,020,233.88 in bills and ratified $37,052,230.99 in disbursements (5-0)
• Approved $1,790,019 contract with Sovereign Builders Inc. for one Justice Center Courtroom (5-0)
• Canvassed May 3 annexation elections: CAD 4 passed (100-87), CAD 5 failed (4-5) (5-0)
• Authorized $50,000 for litigation expenses regarding JULPIT Concrete/Rock Crushing Facility (5-0)
• Approved $1,290,565 agreement with H-GAC for commuter services to downtown Houston (5-0)

BUDGET WORKSHOP

The Commissioners Court will meet to conduct budget workshops. No specific budget items, dollar amounts, or department priorities are listed on the agenda.

• Budget workshops

The Commissioners Court conducted budget workshops where several departments explained budget overages. The court reviewed 44 Capital Improvement Project (CIP) requests totaling $27,063,877, which are not currently in the operating budget. No formal votes on funding or budget approvals were recorded.

BUDGET WORKSHOP

The Commissioners Court will meet to conduct budget workshops. No specific budget items or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Budget workshops

The Commissioners Court held a special budget workshop on May 6, 2025. Several county departments presented explanations for budgets exceeding target amounts. No budget approvals, votes, or final decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Budget workshop held for departments exceeding target budgets
• Commissioner Meyers noted SB 328 discussion deferred to future meeting
• Commissioner Meyers provided update on House Bill 3892
• Meeting adjourned at 2:12 p.m.

BUDGET WORKSHOP

The Commissioners Court is meeting for a special session to conduct budget workshops. No specific budget figures or departmental allocations are listed on the agenda.

• Budget workshops

The Commissioners Court held a budget workshop to review the FY2026 budget request and preliminary tax values. No formal votes or final budget approvals were recorded during this session.

NOTICE OF ATTENDANCE

Members of the Fort Bend County Commissioners Court may attend a public hearing hosted by the Community Development Department. The hearing concerns proposed projects for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. No formal action will be taken.

• Public hearing on proposed Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program projects

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court attended a public hearing regarding proposed Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) projects. The notice explicitly states that no formal action was taken during this meeting. Consequently, no decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded in these minutes.

• No formal action taken

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to discuss engineering services and equipment replacement. The board is considering a large contract for ditch rehabilitation and a budget transfer for professional services.

• Agreement with LJA Engineering, Inc. for Ditch H Rehabilitation Project not to exceed $902,028
• Request to transfer $100,000 from Contingency into Fees for Halff Associates, Inc. engineering services
• Authorization to purchase a replacement crane for Unit No. W116 not to exceed $45,000

The Drainage District Board unanimously approved a $902,028 engineering agreement for the Ditch H Rehabilitation Project. They also authorized a $100,000 budget transfer for professional services and approved up to $45,000 for a replacement crane. All items passed with 5-0 votes.

• Approved minutes from April 8, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Approved $100,000 transfer from Contingency to Fees for Halff Associates engineering services (5-0)
• Authorized Certificates of Obligation up to $45,000 for replacement crane for Unit No. W116 (5-0)
• Approved LJA Engineering agreement up to $902,028 for Ditch H Rehabilitation Project (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans for several developments. The body is also deciding on the acceptance of various streets and the approval of multiple subdivision plats.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans: Summerview Section 4, Tamarron Parkway Street Dedication Section 3, and Harvest Green Section 53
• Street acceptances and bond releases for McCrary Meadows (three sections) and Sienna Village of Bees Creek Section 31
• Approval of plats for seven projects, including Summerwell Tamarron West and Cortez Commercial Park Replat No. 1
• Budget transfers including $222,084 for Facilities Maintenance supplies and repairs
• Rental fee waivers for nine community groups at various county parks and centers

The Commissioners Court approved over $37 million in bills and multiple road and park contracts. A proposal to hire outside legal counsel for voter precinct corrections failed (2-3). The court also authorized a $410,000 settlement for an inverse condemnation claim on the 10th Street Project.

• Approved $37,788,308.95 in bills (5-0)
• Authorized $410,000 settlement for 10th Street Project Parcel R112680 (5-0)
• Denied legal services agreement with Law Offices of Tony McDonald for redistricting (2-3)
• Approved $1,067,321.20 for Galaxy All Abilities Park playground equipment (5-0)
• Approved $2,951,902.25 for Kitty Hollow Park utilities and parking (5-0)
• Approved $200,000 transfer to oppose a rock crushing facility project (5-0)
• Approved $849,380 for Beasley Community Volunteer Fire Department station rehab (5-0)
• Appointed Brittany Buzek, Wilfred Green, and Kevin Riles to various county boards (5-0)

FT BEND CO ASST DST NO. 6

The Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 6 Board of Directors will meet to discuss funding for outreach and program services. The board will also review minutes from the March 25, 2025 meeting.

• Allocation of $80,000 for Invoice No. 50037 regarding the FY2025 YMCA of Greater Houston Agreement

The Fort Bend County Assistance District #6 approved funding for YMCA of Greater Houston outreach and program services. The board also approved the minutes from the March 25, 2025 meeting.

• Approved $80,000 for Invoice No. 50037 regarding FY2025 YMCA of Greater Houston outreach and program services (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the March 25, 2025 meeting (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to discuss inter-governmental agreements and contract amendments. The board is considering funding for grant administration and the purchase of new machinery.

• Inter-Governmental Agreement between Houston-Galveston Area Council and Fort Bend County using Texas General Land Office pass-through funds
• First Amendment to Public Management, Inc. agreement for $1,085,186 in grant administration services (total contract not to exceed $3,460,186)
• Purchase of one Farmall 140A Tractor from Hlavinka Equipment Company not to exceed $105,345

The Board approved an inter-governmental agreement for Texas General Land Office pass-through funds and a contract amendment for grant administration services. Additionally, the Board authorized the purchase of a tractor.

• Approved Inter-Governmental Agreement between Houston-Galveston Area Council and Fort Bend County (5-0)
• Approved First Amendment to Public Management, Inc. agreement for $1,085,186 in grant administration services, totaling $3,460,186 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of one Farmall 140A Tractor from Hlavinka Equipment Company for up to $105,345 (5-0)
• Approved March 25, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will conduct public hearings for traffic control plans in several precincts. The body is also considering the acceptance of various residential streets and the approval of multiple development plats.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans: Cross Creek West (Sections 8 and 10), McCrary Road, Esperanza Section 1, Briarwood Crossing Section 17, and Trillium Section 8
• Street acceptance and bond releases for Tamarron West Section 5 ($256,831), Tamarron Point Section 7 ($47,600), Vanbrooke Sec 2 ($661,780), Emberly Section Four ($536,970), and Trillium Bend Lane Sec 1 ($34,580)
• Approval of $90,548.80 invoice for radio system maintenance via Harris County Radio Service Agreement
• Budget transfers including $30,000 for Medical Examiner investigator overtime and $14,507 for a Homeland Security temporary position
• Reappointment of Angelique Bartholomew to the Gulf Coast Rail District Board through April 8, 2027

The Commissioners Court authorized the use of eminent domain to acquire right-of-way for the Boothill Bypass project. The court also approved over $22 million in bills and several land settlements following a closed session.

• Authorized eminent domain for Boothill Bypass Project No. 23117x (5-0)
• Approved $22,592,882.12 in bills (5-0)
• Approved $200,000 settlement for claim by Kevin Baylor (5-0)
• Approved $123,000 settlement for Cause No. 24-CCV-075766 (5-0)
• Approved $41,500 settlement for Cause No. 25-CCV-076488 (5-0)
• Approved $1,097,795.79 sidewalk safety contract for MetroCity LLC (5-0)
• Approved $1,374,523.20 transit vehicle purchase from Model 1 Commercial Vehicles (5-0)
• Approved $80,000 for District Clerk Archive Room expansion (5-0)

JOINT COUNTY ASSISTANCE DISTRICTS

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court, acting as the governing body for several Assistance Districts, will discuss adjusting district boundaries and allocating funds for equipment. The meeting includes proposals to move land between districts and purchase traffic safety signage.

• Allocation of up to $40,000 for two radar/message sign trailers split between Districts 1, 7, 8, 10, 11, and 19
• Proposal to exclude 15.7172 acres (Mustang Park at 4525 FM 521) from District 5
• Proposal to include 15.7172 acres (Mustang Park at 4525 FM 521) into District 4
• Proposal to include 455.099 acres (Kitty Hollow Park at 9555 State Highway 6 South) into District 4

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court, acting as joint assistance districts, unanimously approved a $40,000 allocation for radar and message sign trailers. The board also approved de-annexing 15.7 acres from District 5 and annexing 470.8 acres into District 4, effective June 1, 2025. Previous meeting minutes were approved, and the session adjourned at 1:39 p.m.

• Approved minutes for CADs 1, 7, 10, 11 and 4, 5, 8, 19 (5-0)
• Approved $40,000 allocation for radar/message sign trailers (5-0)
• Approved de-annexation of 15.7172 acres from CAD 5 (5-0)
• Approved annexation of 470.8162 acres into CAD 4 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 1:39 p.m.

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to discuss budget transfers for infrastructure and technology. The board will also review the annual financial report for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024.

• Proposed $3,300,000 transfer from Jones Creek Mitigation to Pecan Creek Bridge Project No. 20002x
• Proposed $9,790 transfer from Contingency to Information Technology for a Microsoft Data Collector Demo Unit and software bundle
• Acceptance of the Annual Financial Report for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2024
• Cancellation of approved out-of-state travel to Vicksburg, Mississippi for J. Janecek and J. Clayton

The Drainage District Board unanimously approved a $3.3 million fund transfer for the Pecan Creek Bridge Project. They also approved a $9,790 transfer for IT equipment, accepted the annual financial report for fiscal year 2024, and cancelled previously approved out-of-state travel for two staff members.

• Approved minutes from March 11, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Approved $9,790 transfer from Contingency to IT for data collector demo unit (5-0)
• Approved $3,300,000 transfer for Pecan Creek Bridge Project No. 20002x (5-0)
• Cancelled out-of-state travel for J. Janecek and J. Clayton to Vicksburg, MS (5-0)
• Accepted Annual Financial Report for fiscal year ended September 30, 2024 (5-0)

JOINT COUNTY ASSISTANCE DISTRICTS

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance Districts 2 and 6 will meet jointly. The board will consider amendments to interlocal agreements for additional law enforcement services.

• First Amendment to Interlocal Agreements for Motorcycle Deputy services provided by Fort Bend County Constable Precinct 4 through September 30, 2025

The Commissioners Court approved first amendments to interlocal agreements for additional law enforcement services. These services will be provided by the Office of Fort Bend County Constable Precinct 4 through September 30, 2025.

• Approved First Amendment to Motorcycle Deputy Interlocal Agreements for Assistance Districts 2 and 6 (5-0)
• Approved March 11, 2025 meeting minutes for Assistance District No. 2 and No. 6 (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans for several developments. The body is also considering the acceptance of new streets and the approval of multiple land plats across four precincts.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans at Tamarron Parkway, Glendale Lakes Section 15, and Madden Road
• Street acceptance and bond releases for Tamarron West Section 9 ($311,310), Sienna Section 62 ($167,448.40), and Doris Road Street Dedication Section One ($680,470)
• Budget transfers including $25,000 for passport processing postage and $34,385 for IT staff training
• Approval of 11 plats including Lamar Consolidated ISD Campus Complex Eight and various Tamarron Crossing sections
• Rental fee waivers for community use of parks and equipment for organizations including the NAACP and Southern University Alumni Federation

The Commissioners Court approved the use of eminent domain to acquire right-of-way for several mobility projects, including Gaines Road and Fort Bend Parkway. The court also approved over $36 million in bills and authorized various infrastructure contracts and budget transfers.

• Authorized eminent domain for Gaines Road, Trammel Fresno, Fort Bend Parkway, and Melanie Lane (5-0)
• Approved $36,034,564.92 in bills and $22,749,316.71 in time-sensitive disbursements (5-0)
• Approved up to $60,000 transfer for voter precinct corrections (3-2)
• Approved $558,518.38 contract to ARS Construction for Four Corners Park drainage and trails (5-0)
• Authorized $25,000 for structured parking cost estimates at the Fort Bend Epi-Center (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 litigation expenses for Reading Road projects (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Robert McBride to First Colony Levee Improvement District Board (5-0)
• Approved $167,247 increase for EMS Station Alerting Systems (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will review property tax exemption requests for three historic sites and a cost-sharing agreement for the Ditch H Rehabilitation Project. The board is also considering a professional services contract for drainage reviews and personnel changes.

• Engineering services agreement with Halff Associates Inc. for on-call drainage reviews not to exceed $100,000
• Historic Site Property Tax Exemption requests for George Ranch Historical Park, Teague-Waddell house, and The Morton Ferry Home
• Purchase of drainage easements 17 and 18 within the C.B. Stewart Survey (Big Creek CDBG-DR Grant)
• Cost Sharing Agreement for Ditch H Rehabilitation Project with LID 2 and LID 17
• Request to create one full-time Laborer position and transfer $32,700 from Salaries to Insurance

The Board unanimously approved property tax exemptions for three historic sites and a $100,000 engineering services agreement. Other actions included purchasing drainage easements and restructuring laborer positions.

• Approved 2025 Historic Site Property Tax Exemptions for George Ranch Historical Park, Teague-Waddell house, and The Morton Ferry Home (5-0)
• Approved purchase of drainage easements 17 and 18 in C.B. Stewart Survey (5-0)
• Approved $100,000 Professional Engineering Services Agreement with Halff Associates Inc. (5-0)
• Approved Cost Sharing Agreement for Ditch H Rehabilitation Project with LID 2 and LID 17 (5-0)
• Authorized advertising for Mussel Survey and Relocation Services proposals (5-0)
• Approved creation of one full-time Laborer Position and elimination of two vacant part-time positions (5-0)
• Approved $16,350 fund transfer from Salaries to Insurance for new laborer position (5-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel for J. Janecek and J. Clayton to Mississippi (5-0)

JOINT COUNTY ASSISTANCE DISTRICTS

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance Districts 2 and 6 will meet to discuss funding for law enforcement equipment. The body will consider a request to increase monthly lease payments for motorcycles.

• Request to increase monthly motorcycle lease allowance for Fort Bend County Constable's Office Precinct 4 from $600 to $1,200

The Joint County Assistance Districts 2 and 6 approved an increase in the monthly allowance for motorcycle lease agreements for the Fort Bend County Constable's Office Precinct 4. The board also approved minutes from previous meetings.

• Approved increasing monthly motorcycle lease allowance for Constable's Office Precinct 4 from $600 to $1,200, effective January 28, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved minutes for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 2 from November 12, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved minutes for Fort Bend County Assistance District No. 6 from August 27, 2024 (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on traffic control plans for five developments. The body is also considering the acceptance of several new residential streets and the release of associated construction bonds.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans: Tamarron West (Sec 20, 21), Sienna (Sec 54), Arabella on the Prairie (Sec 3), and Emberly (Sec 6)
• Acceptance of streets and bond releases for Kingdom Heights Sec 7 ($427,802.90), Charleston Heights Sec 2 ($454,230.00), and Sienna Village of Destrehan Sec 1 ($616,364.00)
• Property tax exemptions for George Ranch Historical Park, Teague-Waddell House, and The Morton Ferry Home
• Budget transfers including $13,205 for five cameras at the Elections Building and $6,500 for District Clerk hardware
• Law enforcement services agreement between the County and Seven Meadows Community Association, Inc.

The Commissioners Court updated the travel policy to prohibit international travel using county funds without prior court approval. The court also approved several million dollars in IT service transfers and various road and infrastructure projects.

• Prohibited international travel paid from County funds without prior Court approval (5-0)
• Approved $2,691,298 transfer for Information Technology services (4-0)
• Waived hotel occupancy taxes and penalties from Oct 1, 2024, to April 30, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved $50,000 for litigation expenses regarding TCEQ Permit No. 174419 (4-0)
• Approved resolution supporting legislation for Peace Officer transports during mental health crises (4-0)
• Approved $160,000 agreement with TW Davis Family YMCA for outreach programs (5-0)
• Accepted traffic control plans for Tamarron West, Sienna, Arabella on the Prairie, and Emberly (5-0)
• Appointed Justin Jurek as Fort Bend County Fire Marshal for a two-year term (5-0)

SPECIAL SESSION 2

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court will consider an agreement with Impact Church Houston for transitional housing and support facilities. The body will also meet in closed session to discuss community development and IT security services.

• Agreement with Impact Church Houston for transitional housing not to exceed $2,000,000 (ARPA Revenue Replacement fund)
• Closed session regarding community development legal consultation
• Closed session regarding IT services and security audits for county departments

The Commissioners Court approved several IT service vendor contracts and authorized funding for a forensic audit of the Community Development Department. A proposed agreement for transitional housing with Impact Church Houston was moved to a future agenda.

• Approved up to $100,000 for outside legal counsel to conduct a forensic audit of the Community Development Department (5-0)
• Approved $1,800,000 contract for Netsync Network (5-0)
• Approved $300,000 contract for Weaver (5-0)
• Approved $173,000 contract for Microsoft (5-0)
• Approved $172,000 contract for NWN (5-0)
• Approved $150,000 contract for Foley & Lardner LLP (5-0)
• Approved $20,000 for a communications services provider to be selected by the County Attorney (5-0)
• Moved agreement for transitional housing with Impact Church Houston to a future agenda

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will meet to discuss professional services for the Big Creek Project and the purchase of utility equipment. The board will also consider a budget transfer for shredders and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Second Amendment to professional services agreement with Wetland Technologies Corporation for Big Creek Project Phase Three for an additional $310,000 (total not to exceed $930,000)
• Purchase of two utility tractors from Shoppa’s John Deere not to exceed $179,611.90
• Transfer of $8,000 from Operating Supplies to Capital Acquisitions for two 15' shredders and a part replacement

The Board approved a $310,000 contract amendment for the Big Creek Project Phase Three and authorized the purchase of two utility tractors. Additionally, the Board approved a budget transfer for shredders and corrected previous meeting minutes.

• Approved $310,000 amendment for Wetland Technologies Corporation for Big Creek Project Phase Three (4-0)
• Approved purchase of two utility tractors from Shoppa’s John Deere not to exceed $179,611.90 (4-0)
• Approved $8,000 transfer from Operating Supplies to Capital Acquisitions for two 15' shredders (4-0)
• Approved minutes of February 11, 2025 meeting (4-0)
• Approved date correction for January 28, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will conduct public hearings regarding traffic control plans and a modification to the Major Thoroughfare Plan for Macek Road. The body is also considering several budget transfers, street acceptances, and resolutions for youth vocational training and housing development.

• Public hearing to modify Macek Road from FM 2759 to proposed A. Myers Road
• Budget transfer of $128,070 from ARPA Revenue Replacement Contingencies for Hagerty Agreement amendment
• Budget transfer of $20,632 for roof repairs at the First Colony Branch Library
• Tax payment refunds in the amount of $222,343.43
• Resolution to fund a vocational training facility for youth in juvenile detention

The Commissioners Court authorized $5 million for road improvements in each of the four precincts. The court also approved several land acquisitions via eminent domain for SH 99 frontage roads and settled multiple legal claims.

• Approved $20M total for road improvements, $5M per precinct (4-0)
• Authorized eminent domain for four SH 99 Frontage Road projects in Precinct 1 (4-0)
• Approved $3.05M contract to MC2 Civil, LLC for Pecan Creek Bridge Replacement (4-0)
• Settled inverse condemnation claim for 10th Street Project for $740,000 (4-0)
• Approved $100,000 settlement for Carlene Nichols v. Fort Bend County (4-0)
• Approved $3.95M contract to W.W. Payton Corporation for water wells in Beasley and Kendleton (4-0)
• Authorized $287,080 purchase of robot and training from Boston Dynamics, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved early voting locations for May 3, 2025 elections (4-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Board of Directors will discuss the purchase of several drainage easements for the Big Creek project. The board will also consider a funding increase for a replacement service body and a historic property tax exemption.

• Purchase of Drainage Easements 50, 52, 55, and 56 in the Angus J. James Survey (Big Creek CDBG-DR Grant)
• Funding increase for replacement service body for Unit W116, not to exceed $23,259.12
• Historic Site Property Tax Exemption request for the Darst Home at 300 South 9th Street

The Board unanimously approved the purchase of three drainage easements in Precinct 4 funded by a Big Creek CDBG-DR Grant. It also authorized increased funding for a replacement service body for Unit W116 and a property tax exemption for the Darst Home.

• Approved purchase of Drainage Easement 50 in Angus J. James Survey (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Drainage Easements 55 and 56 in Angus J. James Survey (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Drainage Easement 52 in Angus J. James Survey (5-0)
• Approved increase in Certificates of Obligation for Unit W116 service body not to exceed $23,259.12 (5-0)
• Approved 2025 Historic Site Property Tax Exemption for the Darst Home at 300 South 9th Street (5-0)
• Approved minutes from January 28, 2024 meeting (5-0)

JOINT COUNTY ASSISTANCE DISTRICTS

The Board of Directors for Fort Bend County Assistance Districts 1, 7, 9, 10, and 11 will meet to discuss fund allocations. The body will consider spending on a safety video and increasing monthly lease payments for the Constable's Office.

• Request to allocate $700 for a video voice over regarding High-Intensity Activated Crosswalk Signals (CAD No. 9)
• Request to increase monthly allowance for Fort Bend County Constable's Office Pct. 1 motorcycle lease agreements from $600 to $1,200

The Joint County Assistance Districts approved an increase in monthly motorcycle lease allowances for the Constable's Office Pct. 1. The board also allocated funds for a crosswalk signal video and approved several sets of previous meeting minutes.

• Approved increasing monthly motorcycle lease allowance for Constable's Office Pct. 1 from $600 to $1,200 (5-0)
• Approved $700 for a video voice over regarding High-Intensity Activated Crosswalk Signals (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes for CAD No. 1, 7, 10, and 11 from Oct 22, 2024, and CAD No. 9 from Dec 3, 2024 (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court will conduct public hearings for several traffic control plans and decide on the acceptance of various residential streets. The body is also reviewing budget transfers, out-of-state travel requests, and engineering agreements.

• Public hearings for traffic control plans including Sienna Section 60 and Tamarron Sections 40 & 42
• Acceptance of streets in Harvest Home Drive Street Dedication and Reserves Section 3 with a bond release of $1,146,320.00
• Proposed $21,076 budget transfer for canopies at the George Memorial Library
• Grant award of $145,423 from the Office of Justice Programs for the Sheriff's Office
• Streetlight relocation agreement with CenterPoint Energy for Beechnut Street not to exceed $6,458

The Commissioners Court approved a $4.27M contract for paving and drainage improvements at Jones Creek Ranch Park. The court also authorized several mobility bond projects, approved a $250,000 grant for livable centers studies, and settled a civil action for $250,000.

• Approved $4,271,321.25 contract to Craig and Heidt, Inc. for Jones Creek Ranch Park improvements (5-0)
• Approved $250,000 H-GAC grant for livable centers studies in Precinct 2 (5-0)
• Authorized $250,000 settlement offer for Civil Action No. 4:22-cv-04210 (5-0)
• Approved $1,700,064 IT staff augmentation agreement with C & T Information Technology Consulting, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $1,218,002 engineering agreement with Entech Civil Engineers, Inc. for Ricefield Road (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 2-acre tract in the City of Kendleton using tipping fees (5-0)
• Approved sale of real property at 1117 1st St and 1115 2nd St in Rosenberg (5-0)
• Approved $1,112,750 increase for right-of-way acquisition with Guess Group, Inc. (5-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will discuss stormwater discharge permits and research service extensions. The board is also considering several funding allocations and contracts for drainage and detention analysis.

• Award of Bid 25-027 to MC2 Civil, LLC for Long Point Creek Channel Rehabilitation and Conveyance Improvements for $3,464,115
• Agreement with Freese and Nichols, Inc. for Drainage and Detention Analysis at Rohan and Benton Rd not to exceed $120,000
• Fund transfer of $211,970 for Longpoint Creek 2 (Hwy 6 & McKeever Rd) Project No. 19020b
• Notice of Intent for Stormwater Discharges (MS4) for submittal to TCEQ
• Second Amendment to agreement with William Marsh Rice University for watershed study research services

The Drainage District Board approved a multi-million dollar construction contract for Long Point Creek and authorized engineering services for Rohan and Benton Rd. The board also approved a stormwater discharge notice and a time extension for research services with Rice University.

• Awarded $3,464,115 contract to MC2 Civil, LLC for Long Point Creek Channel Rehabilitation (4-0)
• Approved $120,000 agreement with Freese and Nichols, Inc. for Drainage and Detention Analysis at Rohan and Benton Rd. (4-0)
• Approved $211,970 fund transfer for Longpoint Creek 2 Project No. 19020b (4-0)
• Approved Notice of Intent for Stormwater Discharges (MS4 Permit TXR040383) for submittal to TCEQ (4-0)
• Approved time extension for research services agreement with William Marsh Rice University (4-0)
• Recorded Annual Report of Eminent Domain Authority per Senate Bill 1812 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from January 14, 2025 meeting (4-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Fort Bend County Commissioners Court will consider several street acceptances and bond releases for various residential developments. The body will also review engineering services agreements for the Toll Road Authority and set public hearings for thoroughfare and traffic plan modifications.

• Acceptance of streets and bond releases for Windstone on the Prairie Section 2 ($560,316.40), Tamarron Section 44 ($294,038.50), and Sienna Section 64 ($272,119.40)
• Engineering Services Agreements for Toll Road Authority Project No. 101-1050 with Edminster, Hinshaw, Russ & Associates, Binkley & Barfield, and Entech Civil Engineers
• Public hearing set for February 25 to modify the Major Thoroughfare Plan for Macek Road
• Reappointment of Paul Lambert and Michael Odom to the Emergency Services District No. 1 Board
• Acceptance of a $533 donation from the County Judge Youth Leadership Program to the Rosenberg Animal Shelter

Commissioners Court approved over $286 million in bills and authorized several road construction contracts, including a $1.7M community center. The court also approved elections for the inclusion of areas into Assistance Districts No. 4 and 5.

• Approved bills totaling $286,473,515.93 (4-0)
• Approved $1.716M contract to C.A. Walker Construction for Barbara Jordan Community Center (4-0)
• Approved elections for inclusion of areas into Assistance Districts No. 4 and 5 (4-0)
• Approved $670,805 and $443,196 contracts to Consta Build, LLC for road projects (4-0)
• Approved $8.2M transfer to cover General Fund deficits (4-0)
• Authorized $200,000 service agreement with Quinn Development (4-0)
• Approved $533 donation from Youth Leadership Program to Rosenberg Animal Shelter (4-0)
• Authorized $10,000 for litigation expenses for 10th Street Project (4-0)

DRAINAGE DISTRICT

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board of Directors will discuss funding transfers for drainage studies and easements for the City of Sugar Land. The board is also considering professional engineering services and the purchase of heavy machinery.

• Transfer of $308,929 from McCrary Road Elevation Project to Fresno-Arcola Drainage Improvements Feasibility Study
• Engineering agreement with Huitt-Zollars, Inc. up to $293,760 for a drainage masterplan west of Rosenberg
• Contract amendment with Freese and Nichols, Inc. for $27,319 for Kitty Hollow Dam Improvements
• Purchase of one excavator from Doggett up to $131,000
• Purchase of one backhoe loader from Doggett up to $139,783

The Fort Bend County Drainage District Board unanimously approved a $308,929 transfer from the McCrary Road Elevation Project to the Fresno-Arcola Drainage Improvements Feasibility Study. The board also authorized two engineering service agreements totaling over $320,000 and approved the purchase of an excavator and a backhoe loader for approximately $270,000 combined. Additionally, the board approved several easement agreements for trails and wastewater infrastructure in Precincts 1 and 3.

• Approved $308,929 transfer from McCrary Road Elevation Project to Fresno-Arcola Drainage Improvements Feasibility Study (5-0)
• Approved Right-of-Way Easement Encroachment Agreement for trail in Precinct 1 (5-0)
• Approved dedication of wastewater and temporary construction easements to City of Sugar Land (5-0)
• Approved dedication of 2.218-acre recreational trail easement to City of Sugar Land (5-0)
• Approved Huitt-Zollars engineering agreement up to $293,760 for drainage masterplan (5-0)
• Approved Freese and Nichols contract amendment for $27,319 (total $554,878) for Kitty Hollow Dam Improvements (5-0)
• Approved purchase of excavator from Doggett up to $131,000 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of backhoe loader from Doggett up to $139,783 (5-0)

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

The Commissioners Court will conduct public hearings to accept traffic control plans for various developments across four precincts. The body is also considering several budget transfers, out-of-state travel requests, and public office bonds.

• Public hearings for 14 traffic control plans, including Jordan Ranch Boulevard and Sienna Section 68
• Budget transfer of $128,784.28 for the Non-Profit Partnership Grant Program Agreement with Family Life Community Resource Center
• Budget transfer of $68,000 for the purchase of a 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe for the Sheriff's Office
• Approval of public office bonds for 12 county officials, including the County Sheriff and County Attorney
• Reduction of bond riders for Brookewater Sections One, Two, Three, Four, and Twelve in Precinct 4

The Commissioners Court approved a $16.39M contract for Chimney Rock Road construction and a resolution to advance funding up to $80M for county projects. The court also settled two lawsuits totaling $124,000 and adopted the FY2026 Budget Policy.

• Awarded $16,393,920.92 Chimney Rock Road construction contract to Northtex Construction, LLC (5-0)
• Approved resolution to advance funding up to $80,000,000 for county projects (5-0)
• Approved $45,000 settlement for Desmond Blake, Jr. vs. FB County Sheriff's Office (5-0)
• Approved $79,000 settlement for Robert Brandon Cook vs. Fort Bend County (5-0)
• Adopted Fort Bend County Budget Policy and Calendar for Fiscal Year 2026 (5-0)
• Approved $5,908,225.28 contract to Northtex Construction, LLC for Lexington Boulevard (5-0)
• Approved $3,780,000 for Sheriff Training Facility furniture and equipment (5-0)
• Approved 14 traffic control plans for various precincts (5-0)