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Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners Court
201 W Avenue E , Alpine
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners Court
201 W Avenue E , Alpine
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 09:30
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Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners Court
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Tue Dec 22, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners Court
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Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 09:30
Commissioners Court
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Tue Jan 26, 2027 · 09:30
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Tue Feb 9, 2027 · 09:30
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Tue Feb 23, 2027 · 09:30
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201 W Avenue E , Alpine
Tue Mar 9, 2027 · 09:30
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Tue Mar 23, 2027 · 09:30
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201 W Avenue E , Alpine
Tue Apr 13, 2027 · 09:30
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201 W Avenue E , Alpine
Tue Apr 27, 2027 · 09:30
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Tue May 11, 2027 · 09:30
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Tue May 25, 2027 · 09:30
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Tue Jun 8, 2027 · 09:30
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Tue Jun 22, 2027 · 09:30
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Tue Jul 13, 2027 · 09:30
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Tue Jul 27, 2027 · 09:30
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Tue Aug 10, 2027 · 09:30
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Tue Aug 24, 2027 · 09:30
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Tue Sep 14, 2027 · 09:30
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Tue Sep 28, 2027 · 09:30
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Recent meetings
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners Court
Brewster County Court to review 2027 grants and tourism contracts
The Commissioners Court will consider several 2027 grants for colonias and rural law enforcement. The body is also reviewing a revised travel policy and contracts for tourism and county clerk services.
- Review and action on 2027 Colonia Grant and 2027 Rural Law Enforcement Grant (SB22)
- Approval of a Community Block Grant invoice for Jacob & Martin
- Establishment of a Maverick Bank account for Tax Obligation sale proceeds for Tourism/Visitor Centers
- Review of the 2026 Revised Brewster County Travel Policy
- Approval of FY 2027 12 Rounds Media contract and a contract for Ryan Perales
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201 W Avenue E , Alpine
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BREWSTER COUNTY
Commissioners Court
JIM WESTERMANN
Commissioner, Pct. 1
RUBEN ORTEGA
Commissioner, Pct. 3
SARA COLANDO
Commissioner, Pct. 2
MO MORROW
Commissioner, Pct. 4
GREG P. HENINGTON
County Judge
Regular Commissioners Meeting: October 13, 2026, at 9:30 AM
Brewster County Courthouse, Commissioners Courtroom
201 W. Ave. E Alpine, Texas 79830
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order
2.
Invocation
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Public Comment - Public comments are generally limited to five minutes per
speaker. The Court reserves the right to establish or modify the time limit for
public comments as necessary.
5.
Review, discuss and take necessary action to approve previous meeting
minutes
A. Commissioners Court Meeting of September 22, 2026
B. Commissioners Court Meeting of September 30, 2026
6.
Recognition & Announcements
7.
Report from City of Alpine representative; discussion only, no action
required
8.
Report from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Agent Luke Hendryx / Discussion
only
A. Quarterly Report
9.
County Judge - Reports and Action Items
10. Emergency Management Department
A. EMC's Report
11. Road & Bridge Department
A. Superintendent's Report
B. Review, discuss and take appropriate action for general work/ permits/
contract of Road & Bridge Department
12. County Clerk; Discussion and appropriate action
A. Approval of Neumo Renewal & Amendment
13. Treasurer's Office; Discussion and appr …
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Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 13:00
Tourism Council
Brewster County Tourism Council holds regular Zoom meeting with reports, no major decisions listed
The Brewster County Tourism Council is scheduled to meet by Zoom on October 5, 2026, at 1:00 PM for a regular business meeting. The agenda includes public comment, approval of minutes from September 14, 2026, and reports from the president, treasurer, and several local organizations. No specific contracts, rezonings, fee changes, or public hearings are listed in the agenda text.
- Approval of minutes from the September 14, 2026 meeting
- Reports from Big Bend National Park, Big Bend Chamber of Commerce, and Big Bend Ranch State Park
- Reports from Visit Alpine, Brewster County Historical Commission, and Marathon Chamber of Commerce
- President's Report and Treasurer's Report
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BREWSTER COUNTY
Tourism Council
LINDA WALKER
Vice-President
CAROL PETERSON
Treasurer
BARBARA TRAMMELL
Secretary
JULIE CHILDS
HAYLEY DE ARMAN
MONTIE MUDD
JOHN PRICE
CHRISTINA GARRETT
TARA SHACKELFORD
BILLY BARTKO
BILL IVEY
President
PUBLIC NOTICE: October 5, 2026, at 1:00 PM
Regular Business Meeting - Zoom
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order
2.
Public Comment
3.
Review, discuss and take necessary action to approve previous meeting
minutes
A. Minutes from September 14, 2026
4.
Reports & Updates
A. Big Bend National Park
B. Big Bend Chamber of Commerce
C. Big Bend Ranch State Park
D. Visit Alpine
E. Brewster County Historical Commission
F. Marathon Chamber of Commerce
5.
President's Report
6.
Treasurer's Report
7.
Adjourn
Wed Sep 30, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners Court
Commissioners to vote on county burn ban
The Brewster County Commissioners Court is meeting to consider approving a burn ban order for the county. The agenda also includes routine financial matters, such as approving invoices, recurring expenses, and budget adjustments.
- Burn Ban Order for Brewster County
- Invoices with Purchase Orders
- Invoices without Purchase Orders
- Recurring Expenses
- Line-Item/Budget Adjustments
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201 W Avenue E , Alpine
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BREWSTER COUNTY
Commissioners Court
JIM WESTERMANN
Commissioner, Pct. 1
RUBEN ORTEGA
Commissioner, Pct. 3
SARA COLANDO
Commissioner, Pct. 2
MO MORROW
Commissioner, Pct. 4
GREG P. HENINGTON
County Judge
Special Commissioners Meeting: September 30, 2026, at 9:30 AM
Brewster County Courthouse, Commissioners Courtroom
201 W. Ave. E Alpine, Texas 79830
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order
2.
Invocation
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Public Comment - Public comments are generally limited to five minutes per
speaker. The Court reserves the right to establish or modify the time limit for
public comments as necessary
5.
Review, discuss and take action to approve Burn Ban Order for Brewster
County
A. Burn Ban Order
6.
Comptroller's Office; Discussion and appropriate action regarding:
A. Invoices with Purchase Orders
B. Invoices without Purchase Orders
C. Recurring Expenses
D. Line-Item/Budget Adjustments
E. Other Reports
F. Discussion, review, and appropriate action related to financial
administration and policies
7.
Adjourn
ATTEST:
Greg P. Henington
Brewster County Judge
Sarah Lujan
Brewster County Clerk
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Review, discuss and take action to approve Burn Ban Order for Brewster County
4 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Sara Colando yea · Mo Morrow yea · Greg Henington yea
Adjourn
4 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Sara Colando yea · Mo Morrow yea · Greg Henington yea
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners Court
County to approve public defender interlocal agreement and finance counsel hire
The Brewster County Commissioners Court will consider approving the 2027 Interlocal Agreement with the Far West Texas Regional Public Defender (Culberson County as fiscal agent), hiring Bickerstaff, Heath, Delgado, Acosta LLP as public finance counsel for Park & Visitor Center financing, and approving new advisory board members for the Tourism Council and a new ESD #1 commissioner. The agenda also includes routine items such as minutes approval, public comment, financial reports, and road and bridge department actions.
- Approve 2027 Interlocal Agreement with Far West Texas Regional Public Defender (Culberson County fiscal agent)
- Hire Bickerstaff, Heath, Delgado, Acosta LLP as Public Finance counsel for Park & Visitor Center financing
- Approve new advisory board members for Brewster County Tourism Council (VisitBigBend)
- Approve Paul Glaves as new ESD #1 Commissioner
- Allow Treasurer to open new bank account for Ambulance Grant funds
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201 W Avenue E , Alpine
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BREWSTER COUNTY
Commissioners Court
JIM WESTERMANN
Commissioner, Pct. 1
RUBEN ORTEGA
Commissioner, Pct. 3
SARA COLANDO
Commissioner, Pct. 2
MO MORROW
Commissioner, Pct. 4
GREG P. HENINGTON
County Judge
Regular Commissioners Meeting: September 22, 2026, at 9:30 AM
Brewster County Courthouse, Commissioners Courtroom
201 W. Ave. E Alpine, Texas 79830
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order
2.
Invocation
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Review, discuss and take necessary action to approve previous meeting
minutes
A. Commissioners Court Meeting of September 08, 2026
B. Commissioners Court Meeting September 15, 2026
5.
Public Comment - Comments are limited to 5 minutes per person. Members
of the public are also welcome to participate in public comment by calling
432-244-6663
6.
Recognition & Announcements
7.
Report from City of Alpine representative; discussion only, no action
required
8.
County Judge - Reports and Action Items
A. Review, discuss and take possible action to approve 2027 Interlocal
Agreement between Brewster County and the Far West Texas Regional
Public Defender; Culberson County as fiscal agent
B. Review, discuss and take action to approve the hiring of Bickerstaff,
Health, Delgado, Acosta LLP as Public Finance counsel for Park & Visitor
Center financing
C. Review and discuss August generator inspection; no action necessary
9.
Review, discuss and take action to approve changes in Advisory Board
membe …
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🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Review, discuss and take action to approve changes in Advisory Board members for Brewster County Tourism Council (VisitBigBend)
4 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Sara Colando yea · Ruben Ortega yea · Greg Henington yea
Review, discuss and take action to approve new ESD Commissioner for ESD # 1
4 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Sara Colando yea · Ruben Ortega yea · Greg Henington yea
Brewster County Comptroller; Discussion and appropriate action regarding:
3 yea · 1 abstain
Jim Westermann yea · Sara Colando yea · Greg Henington yea · Ruben Ortega abstain
Adjourn
4 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Sara Colando yea · Ruben Ortega yea · Greg Henington yea
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 11:00
Commissioners Court
Commissioners Court to review presentation by Pacifico Energy
The Brewster County Commissioners Court will meet to review and discuss a presentation by Pacifico Energy. No formal action is required regarding this item during the meeting.
- Presentation by Pacifico Energy
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BREWSTER COUNTY
Commissioners Court
JIM WESTERMANN
Commissioner, Pct. 1
RUBEN ORTEGA
Commissioner, Pct. 3
SARA COLANDO
Commissioner, Pct. 2
MO MORROW
Commissioner, Pct. 4
GREG P. HENINGTON
County Judge
Special Commissioners Meeting: September 15, 2026, at 11:00 AM
Brewster County Courthouse, Commissioners Courtroom
201 W. Ave. E Alpine, Texas 79830
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order
2.
Invocation
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Public Comment - Comments are limited to 5 minutes per person. Members
of the public are also welcome to participate in public comment by calling
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5.
Review and discuss presentation by Pacifico Energy; no action required
6.
Adjourn
ATTEST:
Greg P. Henington
Brewster County Judge
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: The Brewster County Commissioners Court
reserves the right to conduct an executive/closed meeting session to discuss and
deliberate any of the items listed on the agenda instrument posted for this meeting, as
permitted by law, including all applicable open meeting exceptions recognized by
Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (“Chapter 551,” the Texas Open Meetings
Act), or other applicable statute, including without limitation the following Chapter 551
exceptions: §§ 551.071 and 551.129 (consultation with attorney); § 551.072
(deliberation regarding real property); § 551.0725 (deliberation regarding contract being
negotiated); § 551.073 (deliberation regarding prospective gi …
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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners Court
201 W Avenue E , Alpine
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 13:00
Tourism Council
Brewster County Tourism Council to fill board seats, hear reports
The Brewster County Tourism Council is holding its regular business meeting to approve minutes, receive updates from local tourism and park entities, and take action on board seats. The agenda is largely routine, with no major funding or policy decisions listed.
- Approve minutes from August 3, 2026
- Action on BCTC board seats
- Reports from Visit Alpine, Marathon Chamber, Big Bend Chamber, Historical Commission, Big Bend Ranch State Park, Big Bend National Park, Texas Mountain Trail
- Treasurer's report
- Executive Director's report
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BREWSTER COUNTY
Tourism Council
LINDA WALKER
Vice-President
CAROL PETERSON
Treasurer
BARBARA TRAMMELL
Secretary
CHRISTINA GARRETT
JULIE CHILDS
ELEAZAR CANO
HAYLEY DE ARMAN
MONTIE MUDD
SCOTT WRIGHT
JOHN PRICE
BILL IVEY
President
PUBLIC NOTICE: September 14, 2026, at 1:00 PM
Regular Business Meeting - 203 N 7th St, Alpine, TX 79830
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order
2.
Public Comment
3.
Review, discuss and take necessary action to approve previous meeting
minutes
A. Minutes from August 3, 2026
4.
Reports & Updates
A. Visit Alpine
B. Marathon Chamber of Commerce
C. Big Bend Chamber of Commerce
D. Brewster County Historical Commission
E. Big Bend Ranch State Park
F. Big Bend National Park
G. Texas Mountain Trail
5.
Review, discuss, and take necessary action on BCTC board seats
6.
Treasurer's Report
7.
Executive Director's Report
8.
Adjourn
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners Court
County to vote on $2.75M tax note for Terlingua Park & Visitor Center
The Brewster County Commissioners Court will consider authorizing a $2,750,000 tax note to fund the Terlingua Park & Visitor Center project, which would be repaid through a property tax levy. The court will also review plans for the Terlingua Bunkhouse and decide whether to accept construction bids. Other routine items include approving minutes, financial reports, and the FY 2026-2027 meeting calendar.
- Order authorizing $2,750,000 Brewster County, Texas Tax Note, Series 2026, with ad valorem tax levy
- Approval of plans and specifications for Terlingua Bunkhouse; proceed with construction bids
- Proposed Commissioners Court Meetings / Holiday Calendar for FY 2026-2027
- Road & Bridge Department general work, permits, and contracts
- Comptroller's invoices, budget amendments, and line-item adjustments
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BREWSTER COUNTY
Commissioners Court
JIM WESTERMANN
Commissioner, Pct. 1
RUBEN ORTEGA
Commissioner, Pct. 3
SARA COLANDO
Commissioner, Pct. 2
MO MORROW
Commissioner, Pct. 4
GREG P. HENINGTON
County Judge
Regular Commissioners Meeting: September 8, 2026, at 9:30 AM
Brewster County Courthouse, Commissioners Courtroom
201 W. Ave. E Alpine, Texas 79830
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order
2.
Invocation
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Review, discuss and take necessary action to approve previous meeting
minutes
A. Commissioners Court Meeting of August 11, 2026
B. Commissioners Court Meeting of August 25, 2026
C. Commissioners Court Meeting of August 31, 2026
5.
Public Comment - Comments are limited to 5 minutes per person. Members
of the public are also welcome to participate in public comment by calling
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6.
Recognition & Announcements
7.
Report from City of Alpine representative; discussion only, no action
required
8.
County Judge - Reports and Action Items
A. Review, discuss and take appropriate action on the Proposed
Commissioner Court Meetings / Holiday Calendar for FY 2026-2027
9.
Public Financing Project for Terlingua Park & Visitor Center Project; review,
discuss and take possible action on the following:
A. Consider and take action on an order authorizing the issuance of a $2,750,000
Brewster County, Texas Tax Note, Series 2026; levying a continuing direct
annual ad valorem tax on all taxable pr …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Adjourn
5 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Sara Colando yea · Ruben Ortega yea · Mo Morrow yea · Greg Henington yea
Mon Aug 31, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners Court
Commissioners to discuss final costs for Study Butte land purchase
The Commissioners Court will review and discuss the final costs for closing the purchase of 9.981 acres in Study Butte, Texas. The court will also consider approving an authorized signer to execute the documents for this land acquisition.
- Approval of final costs for 9.981 acres in Study Butte, Texas
- Authorization of a signer for the Study Butte land purchase documents
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BREWSTER COUNTY
Commissioners Court
JIM WESTERMANN
Commissioner, Pct. 1
RUBEN ORTEGA
Commissioner, Pct. 3
SARA COLANDO
Commissioner, Pct. 2
MO MORROW
Commissioner, Pct. 4
GREG P. HENINGTON
County Judge
Special Commissioners Meeting: August 31, 2026, at 9:30 AM
Brewster County Courthouse, Commissioners Courtroom
201 W. Ave. E Alpine, Texas 79830
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order
2.
Invocation
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Public Comment - Comments are limited to 5 minutes per person. Members
of the public are also welcome to participate in public comment by calling
432-244-6663
5.
Review, discuss and take possible action to approve final costs associated
with the closing of the purchase of 9.981 acres in Study Butte, Texas
A. Closing Statement
6.
Review, discuss and take action to approve authorized signer on behalf of
Brewster County to execute documents related to the purchase of 9.981
acres in Study Butte, Texas.
7.
Adjourn
Greg P. Henington
Brewster County Judge
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Review, discuss and take possible action to approve final costs associated with the closing of the purchase of 9.981 acres in Study Butte, Texas
3 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Ruben Ortega yea · Mo Morrow yea
Review, discuss and take action to approve authorized signer on behalf of Brewster County to execute documents related to the purchase of 9.981 acres in Study Butte, Texas.
3 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Ruben Ortega yea · Mo Morrow yea
Adjourn
3 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Ruben Ortega yea · Mo Morrow yea
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners Court
Brewster County to adopt FY 2027 budget and set tax rate
The Brewster County Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on the proposed FY 2027 budget and the proposed tax year 2026 tax rate, then consider adopting both. The proposed total tax rate is 0.379963 per $100 valuation, with a maintenance and operations rate of 0.362732 and an interest and sinking rate of 0.017231. The court will also consider ratifying an increase in property tax revenue and other routine items.
- Public hearing and adoption of FY 2027 budget
- Public hearing and adoption of tax year 2026 tax rate (total 0.379963)
- Ratify increase in property tax revenue
- Approve Texans Feeding Texans grant resolution for $19,000
- Consider TEFRA resolution for QKA Health Corporation dba Healthside Partners
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201 W Avenue E , Alpine
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BREWSTER COUNTY
Commissioners Court
JIM WESTERMANN
Commissioner, Pct. 1
RUBEN ORTEGA
Commissioner, Pct. 3
SARA COLANDO
Commissioner, Pct. 2
MO MORROW
Commissioner, Pct. 4
GREG P. HENINGTON
County Judge
Regular Commissioners Meeting: August 25, 2026, at 9:30 AM
Brewster County Courthouse, Commissioners Courtroom
201 W. Ave. E Alpine, Texas 79830
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order
2.
Invocation
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
To discuss and Take Action as Appropriate
PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED 2027 BREWSTER COUNTY BUDGET
1.
Review of FY 2027 Proposed Budget
2.
Public Comment regarding FY 2027 Proposed Budget
3.
Discussion among Members of Commissioners Court and Public
4.
Adjourn
PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING TAX YEAR 2026 TAX RATE AND RELATED MATTERS
1.
Public Hearing regarding the Proposed Tax Year 2026 Tax Rate
A. Maintenance & Operation 0.362732
Interest & Sinking 0.017231
Total Rate Proposed 0.379963
B. Public Comment regarding 2026 Tax Rate
C. Discussion among Members of Commissioners Court and Public
2.
Adjourn
Regular Commissioners Court Meeting Agenda
1.
Matters concerning adoption of FY 2027 Budget
A. Discussion and Adoption or other appropriate action concerning FY 2027
Budget, including, Elected Officials, employee salaries, expenses and
other allowances
B. Discussion and action to ratify increase in property tax revenue
2.
Matters concerning adoption of Tax Year 2026 Tax Rate
A. Di …
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners Court
201 W Avenue E , Alpine
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners Court
County to consider $2.75M tax note for visitor center financing
The Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing on the County Clerk's archive preservation plan and 2027 budget, then consider a $2,750,000 tax note to finance a visitor center. Other action items include a School Resource Officer agreement with Alpine ISD, a donation of well work labor, and a policy on public information request fees. The meeting also includes a 2027 budget workshop covering proposed tax rates, wage increases, and a new infrastructure fund.
- Public hearing on County Clerk's archive preservation and restoration for 2027 budget
- Consideration of $2,750,000 Tax Note, Series 2026 for visitor center financing
- Proposed School Resource Officer Agreement between Alpine ISD and Brewster County
- Donation of $2,030 in labor services for well work at courthouse by Arrowhead Drilling & Well Service
- 2027 budget workshop including proposed tax rates, wage/salary increases, and infrastructure fund
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201 W Avenue E , Alpine
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BREWSTER COUNTY
Commissioners Court
JIM WESTERMANN
Commissioner, Pct. 1
RUBEN ORTEGA
Commissioner, Pct. 3
SARA COLANDO
Commissioner, Pct. 2
MO MORROW
Commissioner, Pct. 4
GREG P. HENINGTON
County Judge
Regular Commissioners Meeting: August 11, 2026, at 9:30 AM
Brewster County Courthouse, Commissioners Courtroom
201 W. Ave. E Alpine, Texas 79830
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Public Comment - Comments are limited to 5 minutes per person. Members
of the public are also welcome to participate in public comment by calling
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5. Public Hearing - regarding Brewster County Clerk's Preservation and
Restoration of County Archives; Section 118.025 LGC; review, discussion
and consideration for 2027 Budget
6. County Clerk
A. Review, discuss and take action on 2027 Archive Fee Plan
7. Review, discuss and take necessary action to approve previous meeting
minutes
A. Commissioners Court Meeting of July 28, 2026
8. Recognition & Announcements
9. Report from City of Alpine representative; discussion only, no action
required
10. Presentation from Sunshine House regarding Feeding Texans grant and
general update
11. County Judge - Reports and Action Items
A. Review, discuss and take action to approve donation of labor services
for well work at Brewster County Courthouse in the amount of $2030.
Services provided by Arrowhead Drilling & Well Service
B. Review, discuss and take possible action regarding …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Brewster County Comptroller; Discussion and appropriate action regarding:
5 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Sara Colando yea · Ruben Ortega yea · Mo Morrow yea · Greg Henington yea
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners Court
201 W Avenue E , Alpine
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 13:00
Tourism Council
Brewster County Tourism Council to discuss board seats
The Tourism Council will hold a regular business meeting to review reports from regional tourism and historical organizations. The body will discuss or take action regarding BC TC Board seats.
- Action on BC TC Board seats
- Reports from Marathon Chamber of Commerce, Visit Alpine, and Big Bend Chamber of Commerce
- Updates from Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park
- Report from Texas Mountain Trail
- Report from Brewster County Historical Commission
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LINDA WALKER
Vice-President
CAROL PETERSON
Treasurer
BARBARA TRAMMELL
Secretary
BREWSTER COUNTY
Tourism Council
BILL IVEY
President
PUBLIC NOTICE: August 3, 2026, at 1:00 PM
Regular Business Meeting
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Zoom
AGENDA
CHRISTINA GARRETT
JULIE CHILDS
ELEAZAR CANO
HAYLEY DE ARMAN
MONTIE MUDD
SCOTT WRIGHT
WENDY LITTLE
JOHN PRICE
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8.
Call to Order
Public Comment
Review, discuss and take necessary action to approve previous
meeting minutes
Reports & Updates
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
Marathon Chamber of Commerce
Visit Alpine
Big Bend Chamber of Commerce
Big Bend National Park
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Texas Mountain Trail
Brewster County Historical Commission
Treasurer's Report
Discuss or take action on BC TC Board seats
Executive Director's Report
Adjourn FILED
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Date
SARAH LUJAN
C ty Clerk, Bre er County, TX
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners Court
Brewster County holds 2027 budget workshop and election planning
The Commissioners Court will conduct a workshop for the 2027 draft budget, including salary scales and a potential Capital Improvements Fund. The body is also deciding on election orders and personnel for the November General Election.
- 2027 Draft Budget workshop including wages, salaries, and operating reserves
- Ratification of $23,500 grant agreement from Permiacare for 2027
- Approval of Order and Notice of Election for November 3 County Offices and General Election
- Approval of depository contract and safekeeping agreement with Maverick Bank
- Declaration of 2006 Freightliner Fire Engine and Courthouse Gazebo as salvage for auction
budgetelectionsgrantsbankingcounty-administration
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BREWSTER COUNTY
Commissioners Court
JIM WESTERMANN
Commissioner, Pct. 1
RUBEN ORTEGA
Commissioner, Pct. 3
SARA COLANDO
Commissioner, Pct. 2
MO MORROW
Commissioner, Pct. 4
GREG P. HENINGTON
County Judge
Regular Commissioners Meeting: July 28, 2026, at 9:30 AM
Brewster County Courthouse, Commissioners Courtroom
201 W. Ave. E Alpine, Texas 79830
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Review, discuss and take necessary action to approve previous meeting
minutes
A. Commissioners Court Meeting of July 14, 2026
5. Public Comment - Comments are limited to 5 minutes per person. Members
of the public are also welcome to participate in public comment by calling
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6. Recognition & Announcements
7. Report from City of Alpine representative; discussion only, no action
required.
8. County Judge - Reports and Action Items
A. Review, discuss and take possible action to approve Financial Advisory
Services Agreement between Brewster County and Specialized Public
Finance, Inc.
B. Review, discuss and take action to approve Resolution for Indigent
Defense Grant
C. Review, discuss and take action to declare the following items as
salvage and available for auction:
1. 2006 Freightliner Fire Engine
2. Courthouse Gazebo
D. Review, discuss and ratify grant agreement from Permiacare for 2027 in
the amount of $23,500
9. Review, discuss and take action on the following Election Department items:
A. Order and No …
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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Review, discuss and take action to approve the following surety bonds:
5 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Sara Colando yea · Ruben Ortega yea · Mo Morrow yea · Greg Henington yea
Adjourn
5 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Sara Colando yea · Ruben Ortega yea · Mo Morrow yea · Greg Henington yea
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners Court
201 W Avenue E , Alpine
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners Court
Brewster County holds 2027 budget workshop and reviews bank depository bids
The Commissioners Court will conduct a workshop for the 2027 budget and salary schedule. The body is also deciding on the consolidation of election precincts and reviewing bids for the county bank depository contract.
- Review of bids for the Brewster County Bank Depository Contract (LGC 116.00)
- Proposed consolidation of Election Voting Precincts
- Contract for Ticket DFW testimonial campaign for $18,500
- Ratification of a salary increase for Jail Sergeant
- Interlocal Agreement between Tri-County Juvenile Probation and Brewster, Jeff Davis, and Presidio counties
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BREWSTER COUNTY
Commissioners Court
JIM WESTERMANN
Commissioner, Pct. 1
RUBEN ORTEGA
Commissioner, Pct. 3
SARA COLANDO
Commissioner, Pct. 2
MO MORROW
Commissioner, Pct.4
GREG P. HENINGTON
County Judge
Regular Commissioners Meeting: July 14, 2026, at 9:30 AM
Brewster County Courthouse, Commissioners Courtroom
201 W. Ave. E Alpine, Texas 79830
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Review, discuss and take necessary action to approve previous meeting
minutes
A. Commissioners Court Meeting of June 23, 2026
B. Commissioners Court Meeting of June 30, 2026
5. Public Comment - Comments are limited to 5 minutes per person. Members
of the public are also welcome to participate in public comment by calling
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6. Recognition & Announcements
7. Report from City of Alpine representative; discussion only, no action
required
8. Review, discuss and take possible action regarding 2025 Brewster County
Audit; Presentation by Singleton, Clark & Company, CPA
9. Review, discuss and take action to approve consolidation of Election
Precincts; presentation by Elections Administrator
A. Election Voting Precinct Consolidation Proposal
10. County Judge - Reports and Action Items
A. Review, discuss and ratify Agreement from Texas Association of
Counties to provide free AI and computer training for Brewster County
employees as required under Texas Government Code 2054.5191
B. Review, discuss and take action to ratify …
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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Review, discuss and take possible action regarding 2025 Brewster County Audit; Presentation by Singleton, Clark & Company, CPA
5 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Sara Colando yea · Ruben Ortega yea · Mo Morrow yea · Greg Henington yea
Review, discuss and take action to approve consolidation of Election Precincts; presentation by Elections Administrator
5 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Sara Colando yea · Ruben Ortega yea · Mo Morrow yea · Greg Henington yea
Brewster County Tourism
5 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Sara Colando yea · Ruben Ortega yea · Mo Morrow yea · Greg Henington yea
Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 13:00
Tourism Council
Tourism Council meeting to approve minutes and hear agency reports
The Brewster County Tourism Council will consider approval of the June 1, 2026 meeting minutes. Council members will receive reports from the Treasurer, the Executive Director, and several local organizations including Big Bend National Park and the Marathon Chamber of Commerce. A public comment period and a new business segment are also on the agenda.
- Approve minutes from the June 1, 2026 meeting
- Treasurer's Report
- Executive Director's Report on office strategic plan
- Marketing campaign report
- Public comment period
tourismminutesreportspublic-commentmarketing
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LINDA WALKER
Vice-Prestdent
CAROL PETERSON
Treasurer
BARBARA TRAMMELL
Secretary
BREWSTER COUNTY
Tourism Council
BILL IVEY
President
PUBLIC NOTICE: July 6, 2026, at 1:00 PM
CHRISTINA GARRETT
JULIE CHILDS
ELEAZAR CANO
HAYLEY DE ARMAN
MONTIE MUDD
SCOTT WRIGHT
WENDY LITTLE
JOHN PRICE
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Regular Business Meeting - 106 NE 3rd Street Marathon, Tx 79842
AGENDA
Call to Order
Public Comment
Review, discuss and take necessary action to approve previous meeting
minutes
A. Minutes from June 1, 2026
Reports & Updates
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
Big Bend National Park
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Marathon Chamber of Commerce
Big Bend Chamber of Commerce
Visit Alpine
Texas Mountain Trail
Brewster County Historical Commission
Treasurer's Report
Executive Director's Report
A. Office strategic plan response
7.
8.
B. Marketing Campaign report
New Business
Adjourn
FILED
At S q o'clock
Date
SARAH LUJAN
Clerk, B wstecCounty, TX
Deputy
Tue Jun 30, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners Court
Public Hearing on placing ESD #2 on November ballot
The Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing on a petition to place a proposed Emergency Services District No. 2 on the November 2026 ballot. After the hearing, the court may discuss and vote on accepting the petition.
- Public hearing on petition to place proposed ESD #2 on November 2026 ballot
- Possible vote on acceptance of petition
electionsemergency-servicesballot-measurepublic-hearing
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BREWSTER COUNTY
Commissioners Court
JIM WESTERMANN
Commissioner, Pct. 1
RUBEN ORTEGA
Commissioner, Pct. 3
SARA COLANDO
Commissioner, Pct. 2
MO MORROW
Commissioner, Pct. 4
GREG P. HENINGTON
County Judge
Special Commissioners Meeting: June 30, 2026, at 9:30 AM
Brewster County Courthouse, Commissioners Courtroom
201 W. Ave. E Alpine, Texas 79830
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Public Comment - Members of the public are welcome to make comments
during this time regarding any matter related to Brewster County. Each
speaker will have a time limit of no more than 5 minutes. The Commissioners
Court reserves the right to limit the total time dedicated to Public Comments
as well the total number of speakers
5. Public Hearing related to the acceptance of a Petition to Place the Proposed
ESD # 2 on the ballot in November, 2026; Discussion and action as needed
A. Proposed Petition
6. Adjourn
ATTEST:
Greg P. Henington
Brewster County Judge
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: The Brewster County Commissioners Court
reserves the right to conduct an executive/closed meeting session to discuss and
deliberate any of the items listed on the agenda instrument posted for this meeting, as
permitted by law, including all applicable open meeting exceptions recognized by
Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (“Chapter 551,” the Texas Open Meetings
Act), or other applicable statute, including without limitation the follo …
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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Public Hearing related to the acceptance of a Petition to Place the Proposed ESD # 2 on the ballot in November, 2026; Discussion and action as needed
5 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Sara Colando yea · Ruben Ortega yea · Mo Morrow yea · Greg Henington yea
Adjourn
5 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Sara Colando yea · Ruben Ortega yea · Mo Morrow yea · Greg Henington yea
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners Court
County to decide on FY2027 employee health insurance rates
The Commissioners Court will consider approving FY2027 employee health insurance rates and plans, a contract with Texas Communities Group for sale of strike-out properties, a screwworm resolution, and purchase of a livestock trailer. They will also vote on renewing the burn ban and a fireworks ban order, and set special meeting dates for the 2027 budget. Reports from Emergency Services District #1, Family Crisis Center, and various departments are scheduled.
- Approval of FY2027 employee health insurance rates and plans
- Contract with Texas Communities Group to assist in sale of strike-out properties
- Screwworm Resolution for Brewster County
- Purchase of livestock trailer for Texas Ag Extension Service
- Renewal of Burn Ban from July 1 to September 28, 2026
health-insurancecontractsagricultureemergency-managementtourismbudgetpublic-safety
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BREWSTER COUNTY
Commissioners Court
JIM WESTERMANN
Commissioner, Pct. 1
RUBEN ORTEGA
Commissioner, Pct. 3
SARA COLANDO
Commissioner, Pct. 2
MO MORROW
Commissioner, Pct. 4
GREG P. HENINGTON
County Judge
Regular Commissioners Meeting: June 23, 2026, at 9:30 AM
Brewster County Courthouse, Commissioners Courtroom
201 W. Ave. E Alpine, Texas 79830
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Review, discuss and take necessary action to approve previous meeting
minutes
A. Commissioners Court Meeting of May 26, 2026
B. Commissioners Court Meeting of June 02, 2026
5. Public Comment - Comments are limited to 5 minutes per person. Members
of the public are also welcome to participate in public comment by calling
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6. Recognition & Announcements
7. Report from City of Alpine representative; discussion only, no action
required
8. Review, discuss and take any action necessary regarding annual report from
Emergency Services District # 1; financial and operational update
9. Presentation by Family Crisis Center of the Big Bend; review, discuss and
take possible action regarding the Sexual Assault Response Team biennial
report
A. SART Update
B. Biennial Report
10. County Judge - Reports and Action Items
A. Review, discuss and take action regarding Fiscal Year 2027 employee
health insurance rates and plans
B. Review, discuss and take action to approve contract with Texas
Communities Group to assist in the sa …
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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Review, discuss and take possible action regarding Screwworm Resolution for Brewster County
5 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Sara Colando yea · Ruben Ortega yea · Mo Morrow yea · Greg Henington yea
Review, discuss and take possible action to purchase a livestock trailer for Texas Ag Extension Service; Presentation by Luke Hendryx
5 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Sara Colando yea · Ruben Ortega yea · Mo Morrow yea · Greg Henington yea
Adjourn
5 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Sara Colando yea · Ruben Ortega yea · Mo Morrow yea · Greg Henington yea
Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners Court
Brewster County considers $500,000 Rural Ambulance Service Grant
The Commissioners Court will discuss and take action on several administrative items, including employee health insurance rates for Fiscal Year 2027 and property insurance coverage. The body will also review taxable values from 2021 through 2025 and the renewal of a mental health deputy contract.
- Approval of Rural Ambulance Service Grant for $500,000
- Fiscal Year 2027 employee health insurance rates and plans
- Annual renewal of Mental Health Deputy Contract with PermiaCare
- Review of Taxable Values for the period 2021 through 2025
- Allocation of remaining LATCF funds
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BREWSTER COUNTY
Commissioners Court
JIM WESTERMANN
Commissioner, Pct. 1
RUBEN ORTEGA
Commissioner, Pct. 3
SARA COLANDO
Commissioner, Pct. 2
MO MORROW
Commissioner, Pct. 4
GREG P. HENINGTON
County Judge
Special Commissioners Meeting: June 2, 2026, at 9:30 AM
Brewster County Courthouse, Commissioners Courtroom
201 W. Ave. E Alpine, Texas 79830
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Review, discuss and take necessary action to approve previous meeting
minutes
A. Commissioners Court Meeting of May 26, 2026
5. Public Comment - Comments are limited to 5 minutes per person. Members
of the public are also welcome to participate in public comment by calling
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6. Recognition & Announcements
7. Report from City of Alpine representative; discussion only, no action
required
8. County Judge - Reports and Action Items
A. Review, discuss and take action regarding 2026 Brewster County values
and coverage options for property insurance purposes
B. Review, discuss and take action regarding Fiscal Year 2027 employee
health insurance rates and plans
C. Review, discuss and take any necessary action regarding a review of
Taxable Values for the period 2021 through 2025
D. Review, discuss and take action regarding allocation of remaining
LATCF funds
E. Review, discuss and take action regarding annual renewal of Mental
Health Deputy Contract with PermiaCare
F. Review, discuss and take possible action to approv …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Adjourn
4 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Sara Colando yea · Ruben Ortega yea · Greg Henington yea
Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 13:00
Tourism Council
Tourism Council to review 2027 budget and minutes
The Brewster County Tourism Council will hold a regular business meeting via Zoom to review and approve minutes from May 4, 2026, and discuss updates from local parks and chambers of commerce. The group will also review and take action on the proposed 2027 budget.
- Review and approve minutes from May 4, 2026
- Review and approve proposed 2027 budget
- Updates from Big Bend National Park
- Updates from Big Bend Ranch State Park
- Updates from local chambers of commerce
tourismbudgetzoomparkschamber-of-commerce
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LINDA WALKER
Vice-President
CAROL PETERSON
Treasurer
BARBARA TRAMMELL
Secretary
BREWSTER COUNTY
Tourism Council
BILL IVEY
President
PUBLIC NOTICE: June 1, 2026, at 1:00 PM
Regular Business Meeting - Zoom
AGENDA
CHRISTINA GARRETT
ELIZABETH LEWIS
JULIE CHILDS
ELEAZAR CANO
HAYLEY DE ARMAN
MONTIE MUDD
SCOTT WRIGHT
WENDY LITTLE
JOHN PRICE
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Call to Order
Public Comment
Review, discuss and take necessary action to approve previous meeting
minutes
A. Minutes from May 4, 2026
Reports & Updates
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
Big Bend National Park
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Marathon Chamber of Commerce
Big Bend Chamber of Commerce
Visit Alpine
Texas Mountain Trail
Brewster County Historical Commission
Marketing Committee
A. Review, discuss, and take necessary action to approve the proposed
2027 budget.
Adjourn
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SARAH LUJAN
Clerk, Bre e County, TX
eputy
Tue May 26, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners Court
Court to discuss financing for Terlingua and Marathon visitor centers
The Commissioners Court will review the financing structure for visitor centers in Terlingua and Marathon. The body will also consider updates to tax abatement guidelines and the Special Qualifications Pay policy.
- Resolution to allow reimbursement of construction expenses for Terlingua and Marathon visitor centers from loan proceeds
- Review and action on Brewster County's Tax Abatement Guidelines
- Implementation of WEX fuel card program for county vehicles
- Update to Special Qualifications Pay policy
- Approval of LATCF as funding source for 2026 Dump Day expenses
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BREWSTER COUNTY
Commissioners Court
JIM WESTERMANN
Commissioner, Pct. 1
RUBEN ORTEGA
Commissioner, Pct. 3
SARA COLANDO
Commissioner, Pct. 2
MO MORROW
Commissioner, Pct.4
GREG P. HENINGTON
County Judge
Regular Commissioners Meeting: May 26, 2026, at 9:30 AM
Brewster County Courthouse, Commissioners Courtroom
201 W. Ave. E Alpine, Texas 79830
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Review, discuss and take necessary action to approve previous meeting
minutes
A. Commissioners Court Meeting of May 12, 2026
5. Public Comment - Comments are limited to 5 minutes per person. Members
of the public are also welcome to participate in public comment by calling
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6. Recognition & Announcements
7. Report from City of Alpine representative; discussion only, no action
required
8. County Judge - Reports and Action Items
A. Review, discuss, and take action to approve bonds and oaths for the
Assistant Treasurer
B. Review, discuss, and take action to approve Sheriff’s Notary Public bond
and oath
9. Review, discuss and take possible action regarding the financing structure of
the Visitor Centers in Terlingua & Marathon. Presentation by Specialized
Public Finance, Inc
A. Presentation
B. Review, discuss and take possible action to approve a resolution
allowing reimbursement of expenses related to construction of visitors
centers in Terlingua and Marathon from any loan proceeds received by
the county
10. Revi …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Review, discuss and take action regarding Brewster County's Tax Abatement Guidelines. Please Note: The discussion and action on the Guidelines is part of Brewster County's compliance with Section…
4 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Sara Colando yea · Ruben Ortega yea · Greg Henington yea
Tue May 12, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners Court
Commissioners Court to consider funding for new Study Butte library
The Brewster County Commissioners Court will discuss funding for a new library facility in Study Butte and the formation of an Emergency Services District in north Brewster County. The body will also review several contracts, including agreements with PermiaCare and Allison, Bass & Magee, LLP.
- Proposed funding for a new library facility in Study Butte, Texas
- Setting a public hearing date for an Emergency Services District in north Brewster County
- Ratification of a 2026 contract with PermiaCare
- Non-binding Retainer Agreement with Allison, Bass & Magee, LLP
- Donation of a 2018 Dodge Ram pick-up to the Marathon Fire Department
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BREWSTER COUNTY
Commissioners Court
JIM WESTERMANN
Commissioner, Pct. 1
RUBEN ORTEGA
Commissioner, Pct. 3
SARA COLANDO
Commissioner, Pct. 2
MO MORROW
Commissioner, Pct. 4
GREG P. HENINGTON
County Judge
Regular Commissioners Meeting: May 12, 2026, at 9:30 AM
Brewster County Courthouse, Commissioners Courtroom
201 W. Ave. E Alpine, Texas 79830
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Review, discuss and take necessary action to approve previous meeting
minutes
A. Commissioners Court Meeting of April 28, 2026
5. Public Comment - Comments are limited to 5 minutes per person. Members
of the public are also welcome to participate in public comment by calling
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6. Recognition & Announcements
7. Report from City of Alpine representative; discussion only, no action
required
8. Presentation from Ladies Of the Lawn regarding courthouse lawn
improvements. Discuss and take action as necessary
A. Report
B. Proposed Gazebo plans
9. Review, discuss and take possible action to approve funding for the
construction of a new library facility in Study Butte, Texas; Report from the
Big Bend Library
A. Proposal
10. Review, discuss and take action to set a date, time and place for a Public
Hearing to consider a petition for the formation of Emergency Services
District in north Brewster County
11. County Judge - Reports and Action Items
A. Report on Tax Sale conducted on April 7, 2026
B. Review, discuss and ta …
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Mon May 4, 2026 · 13:00
Tourism Council
Tourism Council to approve April minutes, hear reports
The Brewster County Tourism Council will hold a regular business meeting. The main action item is approval of the April 6, 2026, meeting minutes. The agenda consists primarily of updates and reports from local tourism partners, park entities, and public relations staff.
- Review and approval of April 6, 2026, meeting minutes
- Reports from Big Bend National Park, Big Bend Ranch State Park, and local chambers of commerce
- Treasurer's Report and Executive Director's Report
- Goodworks Public Relations' Report and Discussion
tourismmeeting-minutesreportspublic-commentbrewster-county
201 Rex Ivey Rd, Terlingua
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LINDA WALKER
Vice-President
CAROL PETERSON
Treasurer
BARBARA TRAMMELL
Secretary
BREWSTER COUNTY
Tourism Council
BILL IVEY
President
PUBLIC NOTICE: May 4, 2026, at 1:00 PM
EILEEN PIPP
ELIZABETH LEWIS
JULIE CHILDS
ELEAZAR CANO
HAYLEY DE ARMAN
MONTIE MUDD
SCOTTWRIGHT
WENDY LITTLE
JOHN PRICE
1.
2.
3.
4.
Regular Business Meeting - 201 Rex Ivey Road Terlingua, Tx
AGENDA
Call to Order
Public Comment
Review, discuss and take necessary action to approve previous meeting
minutes
A. Minutes from April 6, 2026
Reports & Updates
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
Big Bend National Park
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Marathon Chamber of Commerce
Big Bend Chamber of Commerce
Visit Alpine
Texas Mountain Trail
Brewster County Historical Commission
5.
6.
7.
8.
Treasurer's Report
Executive Director's Report
Goodworks Public Relations' Report and Discussion
Adjourn
FILED
SARAH LUJAN
Clerk rew r County, TX
DeputyBy
Tue Apr 28, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners Court
Court to consider RFQ for construction manager on three county facilities
The Commissioners Court will discuss and possibly authorize a request for qualifications (RFQ) for a construction manager/agent for three projects: the TFEMS dormitory, the Terlingua Visitor Center, and the Marathon Visitor Center. Also on the agenda is a proposed resolution from the Brewster County Historical Commission regarding the border wall. The court may also establish criteria for tax abatement in reinvestment zones and consider contracts for tourism marketing, including a AAA Explorer Texas e-newsletter and ClearChannel billboards.
- RFQ for construction manager/agent for TFEMS dormitory, Terlingua Visitor Center & Marathon Visitor Center
- Establishment and criteria for tax abatement in reinvestment zones
- Resolution of the Brewster County Historical Commission concerning the proposed border wall
- Contract approval for AAA Explorer Texas e-newsletter sponsored content
- Contract approval for ClearChannel billboards in El Paso and San Antonio
constructiontourismtax-abatementborder-wallpublic-hearingplanningbudget
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BREWSTER COUNTY
Commissioners Court
JIM WESTERMANN
Commissioner, Pct. 1
RUBEN ORTEGA
Commissioner, Pct. 3
SARA COLANDO
Commissioner, Pct. 2
MO MORROW
Commissioner, Pct. 4
GREG P. HENINGTON
County Judge
Regular Commissioners Meeting: April 28, 2026, at 9:30 AM
Brewster County Courthouse, Commissioners Courtroom
201 W. Ave. E Alpine, Texas 79830
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Review, discuss and take necessary action to approve previous meeting
minutes
A. Commissioners Court Meeting of April 14, 2026
5. Public Comment - Comments are limited to 5 minutes per person. Members
of the public are also welcome to participate in public comment by calling
432-244-6663
6. Recognition & Announcements
7. Report from City of Alpine representative; discussion only, no action
required
8. Report from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Agent Luke Hendryx / Discussion
only
A. Quarterly Report
9. County Judge - Reports and Action Items
A. Review, discuss and take possible action regarding the establishment
and criteria for granting tax abatement in reinvestment zones in Brewster
County
10. Review, discuss and take possible action regarding the solicitation of
qualifications (RFQ) for construction manager/agent on TFEMS dormitory,
Terlingua Visitor Center & Marathon Visitor Center
A. Tax Code Local Taxation
B. Brewster County Reinvestment Zones
11. Review, discuss and take appropriate action on R …
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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Review, discuss and take possible action regarding the solicitation of qualifications (RFQ) for construction manager/agent on TFEMS dormitory, Terlingua Visitor Center & Marathon Visitor Center
5 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Sara Colando yea · Ruben Ortega yea · Mo Morrow yea · Greg Henington yea
Review, discuss and take appropriate action on Resolution of proposed Border Wall recently adopted by the Brewster County Historical Commission
5 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Sara Colando yea · Ruben Ortega yea · Mo Morrow yea · Greg Henington yea
Treasurer's Office
5 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Sara Colando yea · Ruben Ortega yea · Mo Morrow yea · Greg Henington yea
Tue Apr 14, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners Court
Brewster County to discuss jail agreements and tourism contracts
The Brewster County Commissioners Court will meet to approve minutes, discuss interlocal jail agreements with Terrell County, and consider contracts with Texas Monthly and HI Travel Tales. The court will also review financial reports and set dates for annual Dump Days.
- Review Interlocal Jail Agreement with Terrell County
- Approve contract with Texas Monthly - El Paso Visitors Guide
- Approve contract with HI Travel Tales
- Set time and dates for annual Dump Days
- Review financial reports and budget amendments
jailtourismcontractsbudgetdump-daysroad-bridgefinancepublic-hearings
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BREWSTER COUNTY
Commissioners Court
JIM WESTERMANN
Commissioner, Pct. 1
RUBEN ORTEGA
Commissioner, Pct. 3
SARA COLANDO
Commissioner, Pct. 2
MO MORROW
Commissioner, Pct. 4
GREG P. HENINGTON
County Judge
Regular Commissioners Meeting: April 14, 2026, at 9:30 AM
Brewster County Courthouse, Commissioners Courtroom
201 W. Ave. E Alpine, Texas 79830
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Review, discuss and take necessary action to approve previous meeting
minutes
A. Commissioners Court Meeting of March 24, 2026
5. Public Comment - Comments are limited to 5 minutes per person. Members
of the public are also welcome to participate in public comment by calling
432-244-6663
6. Recognition & Announcements
7. Report from City of Alpine representative; discussion only, no action
required
8. Sheriff
A. Review, discuss and take action on the following Interlocal Jail
agreements for the purposes of housing other county inmates:
1. Interlocal Jail Agreement - Terrell County
9. Review, discuss and take action to set time and dates for annual Dump Days
10. Road & Bridge Department
A. Superintendent's Report
B. Review, discuss and take appropriate action for general work/ permits/
contract of Road & Bridge Department
11. Treasurer's Office
A. Financial Reports / Updates
B. Discussion, review, and appropriate action related to financial
administration and policies
C. Grant Approval & Administration
12. Brewster …
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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Review, discuss and take necessary action to approve previous meeting minutes [Approve]
4 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Sara Colando yea · Ruben Ortega yea · Mo Morrow yea
Review, discuss and take action to set time and dates for annual Dump Days
4 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Sara Colando yea · Ruben Ortega yea · Mo Morrow yea
Adjourn
4 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Sara Colando yea · Ruben Ortega yea · Mo Morrow yea
Mon Apr 6, 2026 · 13:00
Tourism Council
Brewster County Tourism Council to discuss wall resolution and visitor centers
The Tourism Council will meet to review reports from regional parks and chambers of commerce. The body will discuss and potentially take action on a county wall resolution and visitor center updates.
- Brewster County Wall Resolution
- Update on Visitor Centers
- Metrics Committee Report
- New Visit Big Bend Website
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BREWSTER COUNTY
Tourism Council
LINDA WALKER
Vice-President
CAROL PETERSON
Treasurer
BARBARA TRAMMELL
Secretary
BILL IVEY
President
PUBLIC NOTICE: April 6, 2026, at 1:00 PM
Regular Business Meeting - Zoom
AGENDA
At q: 01
EILEEN PIPP
ELIZABETH LEWIS
JULIE CHILDS
ELEAZAR CANO
HAYLEY DE ARMAN
MONTIE MUDD
SCOTT WRIGHT
WENDY LITTLE
JOHN PRICE
1.
2.
3.
4.
Call to Order
Public Comment
A. Limited to 5 minutes per person, to participate call the Tourism office at
432-837-6200 Ext. 220.
Review, discuss and take necessary action to approve previous meeting
minutes
A. Minutes from February 9, 2026
Reports & Updates
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
Big Bend National Park
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Marathon Chamber of Commerce
Big Bend Chamber of Commerce
Visit Alpine
Texas Mountain Trail
Date
By
to FILED
SARAH LUJAN
Clerk, Brews .County, TX
Deputy
5.
6.
7.
8.
G. Brewster County Historical Commission
Discussion and/or Action Items
A. Brewster County Wall Resolution
B. Update on Visitor Centers
C. Metrics Committee Report
Treasurer's Report
Executive Director's Report
A. New Visit Big Bend Website
Adjourn
Tue Mar 24, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners Court
Commissioners Court to discuss A/C replacement, jail agreements, and grant funding
The Brewster County Commissioners Court will meet to review minutes, discuss the replacement of two A/C units at the Red Patillo Center, and consider interlocal jail agreements with Upton and Culberson counties. The court will also review resolutions for body-worn cameras and Operation Stonegarden.
- Review replacement of 2 A/C units at Red Patillo Center in Study Butte
- Review Interlocal Jail Agreements with Upton County and Culberson County
- Review updated resolutions for FY27 Body Worn Camera and FY25 Operation Stonegarden
- Review Dell Finance Contract update for 10 computers
- Review funding for repair of transmission on EMC Dodge truck
budgetcounty-governmentjailpublic-safetyroadsutilities
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BREWSTER COUNTY
Commissioners Court
JIM WESTERMANN
Commissioner, Pct. 1
RUBEN ORTEGA
Commissioner, Pct. 3
SARA COLANDO
Commissioner, Pct. 2
MO MORROW
Commissioner, Pct.4
GREG P. HENINGTON
County Judge
Regular Commissioners Meeting: March 24, 2026, at 9:30 AM
Brewster County Courthouse, Commissioners Courtroom
201 W. Ave. E Alpine, Texas 79830
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Review, discuss and take necessary action to approve previous meeting
minutes
A. Commissioners Court Meeting of March 10, 2025
B. Commissioners Court Meeting of March 17, 2026
5. Public Comment - Comments are limited to 5 minutes per person. Members
of the public are also welcome to participate in public comment by calling
432-244-6663
6. Recognition & Announcements
7. Report from City of Alpine representative; discussion only, no action
required
8. Presentation by Big Bend Regional Hospital District regarding the Rural
Texas Strong Grant and how Brewster County may participate; Discussion
and possible action
9. Presentation from Public Power Pool regarding Brewster County's
participation in the P3 power program. No action required
A. PPP Presentation
10. County Judge - Reports and Action Items
A. Review, discuss and take action to approve the replacement of 2 Five ton
A/C units at the Red Patillo Center in Study Butte, Texas. Proposed
funding is from LATCF
B. Review, discuss and take action to update Dell Finance Contra …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Adjourn
5 yea
Jim Westermann yea · Sara Colando yea · Ruben Ortega yea · Mo Morrow yea · Greg Henington yea
Tue Mar 17, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners Court
EMS Task Force report on north Brewster County funding and operations
The Commissioners Court will jointly meet with the Alpine City Council to review, discuss, and potentially take action on a report from the EMS Task Force regarding the funding and operation of Emergency Medical Services in north Brewster County. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.
- Joint meeting with Alpine City Council on EMS Task Force report
- Review of funding and operation of Emergency Medical Services in north Brewster County
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BREWSTER COUNTY
Commissioners Court
JIM WESTERMANN
Commissioner, Pct. 1
RUBEN ORTEGA
Commissioner, Pct. 3
SARA COLANDO
Commissioner, Pct. 2
MO MORROW
Commissioner, Pct. 4
GREG P. HENINGTON
County Judge
Special Commissioners Meeting: March 17, 2026, at 9:30 AM
Brewster County Courthouse, Commissioners Courtroom
201 W. Ave. E Alpine, Texas 79830
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Public Comment - Comments are limited to 5 minutes per person. Members
of the public are also welcome to participate in public comment by calling
432-244-6663
5. Review, discuss and take any necessary action related to a report by the
EMS Task Force regarding the funding and operation of Emergency Medical
Services in north Brewster County. This is a joint meeting with the Alpine
City Council to hear the recommendations of the EMS Task Force
6. Adjourn
ATTEST:
Greg P. Henington
Brewster County Judge
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: The Brewster County Commissioners Court
reserves the right to conduct an executive/closed meeting session to discuss and
deliberate any of the items listed on the agenda instrument posted for this meeting, as
permitted by law, including all applicable open meeting exceptions recognized by
Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code (“Chapter 551,” the Texas Open Meetings
Act), or other applicable statute, including without limitation the following Chapter 551
exceptions: §§ 551.071 and 551.129 (consul …
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🌐 County-level context (Brewster County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (2024)
Business establishments285 (2,234 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$975/mo (108 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy25.0% (low numeracy 34% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
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464
Recorded votes
3
Permitted housing units
Outcomes — economic mobility
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