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Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 09:00
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Austin County Courthouse, Bellville
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Austin County Courthouse, Bellville
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Austin County Courthouse, Bellville
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Austin County Courthouse, Bellville
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Austin County Courthouse, Bellville
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Austin County Courthouse, Bellville
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Austin County Courthouse, Bellville
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Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 18:00
General
Austin County Fair Expo Center, Bellville
Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 09:00
Commissioners Court
Austin County Courthouse, Bellville
Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 18:00
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Austin County Fair Expo Center, Bellville
Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 09:00
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Commissioners Court will consider the FY 2026‑2027 budget and multiple public‑service actions
The Austin County Commissioners Court will discuss and vote on the FY 2026‑2027 budget, set a speed‑limit reduction hearing for Shunka Rd, and consider a track‑loader purchase and financing. Additional items include a public hearing on abandoning part of Old Bellville‑Nelsonville Rd, ratifying a law‑enforcement mutual‑aid agreement, and approving plats and drainage reviews for local subdivisions and a pipeline. A consent agenda contains routine approvals such as minutes, a temporary access agreement, surplus vehicle declaration, a tower lease, a road‑name addition, a subdivision variance, and grant and donation acceptances.
- Public hearing on abandoning a portion of Old Bellville‑Nelsonville Rd, Pct. 2
- Set public hearing to reduce speed limit from 45 MPH to 35 MPH on Shunka Rd, Pct. 2
- Award bid and approve financing through Welch State Bank for a track loader, Pct. 1
- Ratify Mutual Aid Agreement for law‑enforcement cooperation with Gonzales County Sheriff's Office
- Accept seizure funds from Colorado County of $29,350 plus accrued interest for the Austin County Sheriff’s seizure fund
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Austin County Courthouse, Bellville
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NOTICE OF MEETING
COMMISSIONERS COURT OF AUSTIN COUNTY, TEXAS
The Commissioners Court of Austin County, Texas, will convene in public session on Monday, July
13, 2026, at 9:00 AM at the Austin County Courthouse, One East Main, Bellville, Texas, to consider
the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to action. The Commissioners Court
reserves the right to meet in a closed session on agenda items should the need arise and, if
applicable, pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code.
THE BUILDING IS WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE AND ACCESSIBLE PARKING SPACES ARE
AVAILABLE. REQUEST FOR INTERPRETERS OR LISTENING DEVICES MUST BE MADE 72
HOURS PRIOR TO THIS MEETING. PLEASE CONTACT THE COUNTY JUDGE’S OFFICE AT
(979) 865-5911 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
OPENING
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL AND CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM
CONSIDERATION/ADOPTION OF AGENDA
OPEN AGENDA ITEMS
1. Public Hearing regarding the abandonment of a portion of Old Bellville - Nelsonville Rd,
Pct. 2
2. Petitions or Requests from the Public
(In accordance with the Texas Attorney General's opinion, any public comment that is
made on an item that is not on the posted final agenda will only be heard by the
Commissioners Court. No formal action, discussion, deliberation, nor comment will be
made by the Commissioners Court.)
3. Consideration and action to set Public Hearing to reduce speed limit from 45 MPH to 35
MPH on Shunka
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSIDERATION/ADOPTION OF AGENDA
4 yea
Greg Mikel yea · Bobby Rinn yea · Leroy Cerny yea · Chip Reed yea
Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 09:00
Commissioners Court
Commissioners to consider increasing over-65 property tax exemption
The Austin County Commissioners Court will meet to discuss and take action on several items, including a proposed increase to the over-65 property tax exemption, a stop sign placement on Ripple Lane, and a bid for the Allen's Creek stormwater mitigation project. They will also consider approving a master agreement with the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center for EMS services, purchasing a Horton F550 ambulance using HB3000 funds, and authorizing the Sheriff's Office to submit invoices for the Victims Notification System. Consent agenda items include approval of minutes, donations, and drainage reports.
- Consideration and action to set public hearing for stop sign on Ripple Ln at Shunka Rd
- Award bid for Allen's Creek - Sector 3 - Stormwater Mitigation Project (Grant #22-085-007-D235)
- Discussion and action to increase the over 65 property tax exemption
- Approve master agreement between Austin County/Austin County EMS and Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center
- Purchase of Horton F550 ambulance through HGAC Buy funded by HB3000 funds
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Austin County Courthouse, Bellville
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NOTICE OF MEETING
COMMISSIONERS COURT OF AUSTIN COUNTY, TEXAS
The Commissioners Court of Austin County, Texas, will convene in public session on Monday, June
22, 2026, at 9:00 AM at the Austin County Courthouse, One East Main, Bellville, Texas, to consider
the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to action. The Commissioners Court
reserves the right to meet in a closed session on agenda items should the need arise and, if
applicable, pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code.
THE BUILDING IS WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE AND ACCESSIBLE PARKING SPACES ARE
AVAILABLE. REQUEST FOR INTERPRETERS OR LISTENING DEVICES MUST BE MADE 72
HOURS PRIOR TO THIS MEETING. PLEASE CONTACT THE COUNTY JUDGE’S OFFICE AT
(979) 865-5911 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
OPENING
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL AND CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM
CONSIDERATION/ADOPTION OF AGENDA
OPEN AGENDA ITEMS
1. Petitions or Requests from the Public
(In accordance with the Texas Attorney General's opinion, any public comment that is
made on an item that is not on the posted final agenda will only be heard by the
Commissioners Court. No formal action, discussion, deliberation, nor comment will be
made by the Commissioners Court.)
2. Consideration and action to set Public Hearing for placement of a Stop Sign on Ripple Ln
as it approaches Shunka Rd
3. Consideration and action to award bid for the Allen's Creek - Sector 3 - Stormwat
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSIDERATION/ADOPTION OF AGENDA
4 yea
Greg Mikel yea · Bobby Rinn yea · Leroy Cerny yea · Chip Reed yea
Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 09:00
Commissioners Court
County to discuss moratorium on BESS and Data Centers
The Commissioners Court will discuss and potentially act on a moratorium regarding Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Data Centers. Other major items include awarding a contract for a track loader, setting a public hearing for a road easement abandonment, and receiving a status update on the third-party audit. A consent agenda covers routine approvals such as a subdivision plat, lot variances, right-of-way installations, and donations.
- Discussion and action on moratorium/order for BESS and Data Centers
- Consideration and action on Track Loader: open bids and award contract
- Consideration and action to advertise for road easement abandonment of Old Bellville-Nelsonville Rd Easement
- Consent item: approve Sunset Ridge Subdivision Preliminary Plat
- Consent item: accept donations totaling $2,100 for EMS and Knox Memorial Library
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Austin County Courthouse, Bellville
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NOTICE OF MEETING
COMMISSIONERS COURT OF AUSTIN COUNTY, TEXAS
The Commissioners Court of Austin County, Texas, will convene in public session on Monday, June
8, 2026, at 9:00 AM at the Austin County Courthouse, One East Main, Bellville, Texas, to consider
the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to action. The Commissioners Court
reserves the right to meet in a closed session on agenda items should the need arise and, if
applicable, pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code.
THE BUILDING IS WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE AND ACCESSIBLE PARKING SPACES ARE
AVAILABLE. REQUEST FOR INTERPRETERS OR LISTENING DEVICES MUST BE MADE 72
HOURS PRIOR TO THIS MEETING. PLEASE CONTACT THE COUNTY JUDGE’S OFFICE AT
(979) 865-5911 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
OPENING
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL AND CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM
CONSIDERATION/ADOPTION OF AGENDA
OPEN AGENDA ITEMS
1. Petitions or Requests from the Public
(In accordance with the Texas Attorney General's opinion, any public comment that is
made on an item that is not on the posted final agenda will only be heard by the
Commissioners Court. No formal action, discussion, deliberation, nor comment will be
made by the Commissioners Court.)
2. Discussion and action regarding moratorium/order regarding BESS and Data Centers.
3. Consideration and action regarding Track Loader;
a. Open Bids
b. Award Contract
4. Consideration and action to
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSIDERATION/ADOPTION OF AGENDA
4 yea
Greg Mikel yea · Bobby Rinn yea · Leroy Cerny yea · Chip Reed yea
Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 09:00
Commissioners Court
Austin County Courthouse, Bellville
Tue May 26, 2026 · 09:00
Commissioners Court
Public hearing on Giga Energy Inc.; 391 Agreement, road projects up for action
The Austin County Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing regarding Giga Energy Inc. and consider a 391 Agreement with local municipalities. Other items include approving traffic impact analysis for The Grove at FM 1094, a commercial development permit for Hope & Joy Ranchette, and amendments to road contracts. The meeting also covers consent agenda items such as minutes, training requests, and donations.
- Public hearing regarding Giga Energy Inc.
- Discussion and action on 391 Agreement between Austin County and Local Municipalities
- Traffic Impact Analysis Report for The Grove at FM 1094
- Commercial Development Permit and Drainage Report for Hope & Joy Ranchette at FM 389
- Amendment to motion for S&D Contractors $373,538.09 for Grubs Rd. project and open bids for Allens Creek Stormwater Mitigation
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Austin County Courthouse, Bellville
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NOTICE OF MEETING
COMMISSIONERS COURT OF AUSTIN COUNTY, TEXAS
The Commissioners Court of Austin County, Texas, will convene in public session on Tuesday, May
26, 2026, at 9:00 AM at the Austin County Courthouse, One East Main, Bellville, Texas, to consider
the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to action. The Commissioners Court
reserves the right to meet in a closed session on agenda items should the need arise and, if
applicable, pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code.
THE BUILDING IS WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE AND ACCESSIBLE PARKING SPACES ARE
AVAILABLE. REQUEST FOR INTERPRETERS OR LISTENING DEVICES MUST BE MADE 72
HOURS PRIOR TO THIS MEETING. PLEASE CONTACT THE COUNTY JUDGE’S OFFICE AT
(979) 865-5911 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
OPENING
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL AND CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM
CONSIDERATION/ADOPTION OF AGENDA
OPEN AGENDA ITEMS
1. 9:00 AM - Public hearing regarding Giga Energy Inc.
2. Petitions or Requests from the Public
(In accordance with the Texas Attorney General's opinion, any public comment that is
made on an item that is not on the posted final agenda will only be heard by the
Commissioners Court. No formal action, discussion, deliberation, nor comment will be
made by the Commissioners Court.)
3. Discussion and action regarding 391 Agreement between Austin County and Local
Municipalities.
4. Discussion to approve the Traffic Impact Analy
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSIDERATION/ADOPTION OF AGENDA
4 yea · 1 abstain
Greg Mikel yea · Bobby Rinn yea · Leroy Cerny yea · Chip Reed yea · Tim Lapham abstain
Mon Apr 27, 2026 · 09:00
Commissioners Court
Public hearing on battery storage systems and data centers
The Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing on Battery Energy Storage Systems and Data Centers. Other action items include approving a subdivision variance on Newberg Road, tower lease agreements with LCRA and Rise Broadband, and consideration of increasing 911 fees. Consent agenda includes an $80,000 grant for the Sheriff's Office.
- Public hearing on Battery Energy Storage Systems and Data Centers
- One-time variance from subdivision regulations on Newberg Rd, Pct. 2, splitting an 11.0192-acre tract
- Tower lease agreements: Bleiblerville Tower (Lower Colorado River Authority) and Bellville Tower (Rise Broadband)
- Consideration to increase 911 fees
- Texas Comptroller Grant of $80,000 for ACSO
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Austin County Courthouse, Bellville
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NOTICE OF MEETING
COMMISSIONERS COURT OF AUSTIN COUNTY, TEXAS
The Commissioners Court of Austin County, Texas, will convene in public session on Monday, April
27, 2026, at 9:00 AM at the Austin County Courthouse, One East Main, Bellville, Texas, to consider
the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to action. The Commissioners Court
reserves the right to meet in a closed session on agenda items should the need arise and, if
applicable, pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code.
THE BUILDING IS WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE AND ACCESSIBLE PARKING SPACES ARE
AVAILABLE. REQUEST FOR INTERPRETERS OR LISTENING DEVICES MUST BE MADE 72
HOURS PRIOR TO THIS MEETING. PLEASE CONTACT THE COUNTY JUDGE’S OFFICE AT
(979) 865-5911 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
OPENING
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL AND CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM
CONSIDERATION/ADOPTION OF AGENDA
OPEN AGENDA ITEMS
1. 9:00 am - Public Hearing regarding Battery Energy Storage Systems and Data Centers
2. Proclamations and Special Recognitions
3. Petitions or Requests from the Public
(In accordance with the Texas Attorney General's opinion, any public comment that is
made on an item that is not on the posted final agenda will only be heard by the
Commissioners Court. No formal action, discussion, deliberation, nor comment will be
made by the Commissioners Court.)
4. Discussion and action regarding the use of tobacco funds to provide tr
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Mon Apr 13, 2026 · 09:00
Commissioners Court
Austin County considers Giga Energy facility and storm water project bids
The Commissioners Court will discuss a burn ban and solicit bids for a storm water mitigation project. The body is also considering a public hearing for a Giga Energy facility and approving civil plans for Bellville Solar.
- Solicit bids for GLO CDBG-MIT Grant #22-085-007-D235 Storm Water Mitigation Project - Sector 3
- Set public hearing for Giga Energy facility application on FM 1093 W, Wallis, Texas
- Approve civil plans for Bellville Solar on Raccoon Bend Rd, Bellville, Texas
- Accept HID0925G0499-01 HIDTA Grant in the amount of $60,000
- Variance request to divide a 5-acre tract from a 30-acre tract on FM 1094, Pct. 3
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Austin County Courthouse, Bellville
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NOTICE OF MEETING
COMMISSIONERS COURT OF AUSTIN COUNTY, TEXAS
The Commissioners Court of Austin County, Texas, will convene in public session on Monday, April
13, 2026, at 9:00 AM at the Austin County Courthouse, One East Main, Bellville, Texas, to consider
the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to action. The Commissioners Court
reserves the right to meet in a closed session on agenda items should the need arise and, if
applicable, pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code.
THE BUILDING IS WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE AND ACCESSIBLE PARKING SPACES ARE
AVAILABLE. REQUEST FOR INTERPRETERS OR LISTENING DEVICES MUST BE MADE 72
HOURS PRIOR TO THIS MEETING. PLEASE CONTACT THE COUNTY JUDGE’S OFFICE AT
(979) 865-5911 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
OPENING
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL AND CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM
CONSIDERATION/ADOPTION OF AGENDA
OPEN AGENDA ITEMS
1. Proclamations and Special Recognitions
a. Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month
b. Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month
c. Fair Housing Month
2. Petitions or Requests from the Public
(In accordance with the Texas Attorney General's opinion, any public comment that is
made on an item that is not on the posted final agenda will only be heard by the
Commissioners Court. No formal action, discussion, deliberation, nor comment will be
made by the Commissioners Court.)
3. Discussion regarding Burn Ban and a
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Mon Feb 23, 2026 · 09:00
Commissioners Court
Court to consider moratorium on data centers, battery storage, and carbon capture projects
The Austin County Commissioners Court will discuss and possibly adopt an immediate moratorium on new data centers, battery energy storage systems, and carbon capture projects. The Court will also review a preliminary plat for the Legacy Estates at Mill Creek Development and consider the Austin County Depository Contract. Several routine items are on a consent agenda, including acceptance of a contract with Wakefield Bridge, Inc. and budgetary financial claims.
- Consideration and action to impose an immediate moratorium on data centers, battery energy storage systems, and carbon capture projects
- Discussion and action to approve preliminary plat for Legacy Estates at Mill Creek Development
- Consideration regarding Austin County Depository Contract
- Consent agenda item: accept executed contractual agreement with Wakefield Bridge, Inc.
- Budgetary and financial claims: payment of claims, fund transfers, and budget amendments
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✓ Decided: Court approved $2,337,890.63 in claim payments and other items
The Austin County Commissioners Court approved a $2,337,890.63 payment of claims and authorized fund transfers totaling $971,709.42. It also approved the purchase of Binder Lift 2.0 EMS devices using Tobacco Funds, a preliminary plat for Legacy Estates at Mill Creek, and the revised County Personnel Policy. The consent agenda items and routine reports were adopted, and the court adjourned.
- Adopted agenda (4-0)
- Approved preliminary plat for Legacy Estates at Mill Creek (4-0)
- Approved purchase of Binder Lift 2.0 EMS devices with Tobacco Funds (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda items including contract acceptance and variance (4-0)
- Approved payment of claims totaling $2,337,890.63 (4-0)
- Approved fund transfers totaling $971,709.42 (4-0)
- Approved revised Austin County Personnel Policy (4-0)
- Adjourned the meeting (4-0)
Austin County Courthouse, Bellville
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NOTICE OF MEETING
COMMISSIONERS COURT OF AUSTIN COUNTY, TEXAS
The Commissioners Court of Austin County, Texas, will convene in public session on Monday,
February 23, 2026, at 9:00 AM at the Austin County Courthouse, One East Main, Bellville, Texas, to
consider the following agenda items. All agenda items are subject to action. The Commissioners
Court reserves the right to meet in a closed session on agenda items should the need arise and, if
applicable, pursuant to authorization by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code.
THE BUILDING IS WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE AND ACCESSIBLE PARKING SPACES ARE
AVAILABLE. REQUEST FOR INTERPRETERS OR LISTENING DEVICES MUST BE MADE 72
HOURS PRIOR TO THIS MEETING. PLEASE CONTACT THE COUNTY JUDGE’S OFFICE AT
(979) 865-5911 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
OPENING
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL AND CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM
CONSIDERATION/ADOPTION OF AGENDA
OPEN AGENDA ITEMS
1. Petitions or Requests from the Public
(In accordance with the Texas Attorney General's opinion, any public comment that is
made on an item that is not on the posted final agenda will only be heard by the
Commissioners Court. No formal action, discussion, deliberation, nor comment will be
made by the Commissioners Court.)
2. Presentation of services by Houston Health Care AirLife
3. Claims data presentation by TAC
4. Consideration and action to impose an immediate moratorium on data centers, battery
energy storage
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Please understand that Board of Trustees members use electronic devices of various kinds to access the materials relevant to the matters
before us. Be assured, however, that, by mutual agreement and common practice of this Board of Trustees, these devices are not being used
for texting, emailing, or other communications during public meetings.
COMMISSIONERS COURT MINUTES
February 23, 2026 Austin County Commissioners Court met in the 2nd floor Courtroom at the Austin
County Courthouse with the following present:
OPENING
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL AND CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM
Tim Lapham, County Judge
Greg Mikel, Commissioner, Precinct 1
Robert "Bobby" Rinn, Commissioner, Precinct 2
Leroy Cerny, Commissioner, Precinct 3
Chip Reed, Commissioner, Precinct 4
M. Laura Hernandez-Pena, Chief Deputy Clerk
Allison Mican, Deputy Clerk
CONSIDERATION/ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Motion to Approve: Commissioner Reed, 2nd Commissioner Cery, passed (4-0)
OPEN AGENDA ITEMS
1. Petitions or Requests from the Public
(In accordance with the Texas Attorney General's opinion, any public comment that is made on
an item that is not on the posted final agenda will only be heard by the Commissioners Court.
No formal action, discussion, deliberation, nor comment will be made by the Commissioners
Court.)
EJ Pritchard spoke on the concern about the traffic increase occurring on Woody Lane. The community
has put a petition together requesting two three-
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