Brewster County public meetings in 2025
31 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Commissioners Court
The Brewster County Commissioners Court will meet to discuss a potential change to the county's fireworks policy and review the 2026 assessment for the Texas County & District Retirement System. The court will also review financial reports and budget amendments.
- Review fireworks policy
- Approve 2026 retirement plan assessment
- Review budget amendments
- Review accounts payable and recurring expenses
- Closed meeting permitted under Texas law
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss election contracts and resolutions for the March 2026 primary. The body is also reviewing agreements for EMS services and workforce development.
- Resolution and contract for the March 3, 2026 Joint Primary Election
- Proposed engagement of Perdue, Brandon, Fielder, Collins & Mott, LLC for delinquent tax collections
- Joint EMS task force actions between the City of Alpine and Brewster County
- Resolution to support eliminating hotel occupancy taxes for traveling county employees
- Memorandum of Understanding with Texas Department of Emergency Management
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss renewing the county burn ban from November 28, 2025, through January 12, 2026. The body will also review tourism contracts and budget adjustments for a Body Worn Camera Grant.
- Possible renewal of Brewster County Burn Ban (Nov 28, 2025 – Jan 12, 2026)
- Approval of $1,299 for a new desk in the District Clerk's office
- Budget amendment for Body Worn Camera Grant for 2025 and 2026
- Contract approval for 12 Rounds Media
- Contract approvals for 2026 USA TODAY guides (National Parks and Escape Texas and the Southwest)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will meet to review and take action on the final results of the November 2026 elections. The body will also discuss the approval of election judges and alternatives for 2026.
- Canvass of November 2026 Election final results
- Approval of 2026 Election Judges and Alternatives
Tourism Council
The Tourism Council will meet to discuss the Visit Big Bend strategic plan, marketing metrics, and a new logo. The meeting includes a legislative update from the Texas Hotel and Lodging Association.
- Legislative update presentation by Justin Bragiel of the Texas Hotel and Lodging Association
- Review and possible action on new Visit Big Bend logo
- Review and possible action on Visit Big Bend strategic plan
- Review and possible action on Visit Big Bend marketing metrics
- Action regarding 2026 Visit Big Bend meetings and structure
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will review a state grant for the Sheriff's Office and a final plat for Lakeside Cottages in Lajitas. The body will also discuss a ground lease for a tourism kiosk in Marathon and the 2024 Fiscal Year Audit.
- Acceptance of $350,000 SB22 Grant funding for the Brewster County Sheriff's Office for FY 2026
- Final Plat approval for Lakeside Cottages, Lajitas, Texas
- Approval of $3,900 for tables and chairs for Red Patillo Community Center
- Ground lease between Brewster County and DSL, LLC for a tourism kiosk in Marathon, Texas
- Final payment to West Texas Paradise Construction, LLC for a storage shed in Terlingua, Texas
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will review the FY 2026 Jury Plan and a grant application for the FY 2026 TIDC Formula Grant. The body will also discuss an interlocal agreement to help the City of Alpine purchase a cremation incinerator for the animal shelter.
- Preliminary Plat Approval for Lakeside Cottages, Lajitas, Texas
- Renewal or modification of the Brewster County Burn Ban from October 13 to November 27, 2025
- Contracts for Tour Texas, Placer AI, and the November Sky Island Hiking Tour
- Amendment to the 2025 Tax Collection Agreement with Terlingua Common School District
- Proposal to move county credit card account from CitiBank to US Bank
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will meet with the Alpine City Council to review dark sky regulations and branding. The body will also discuss a potential jointly funded economic development strategy between the city and county.
- Review of dark sky regulations and updates for the 2026 grace period
- Proposal to brand Alpine/Brewster County as the 'Dark Sky Capital of Texas'
- Discussion of a shared, jointly funded economic development strategy
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will review several contracts and grant requests, including waste disposal for Marathon and Operation Lone Star funding. The body will also discuss a lease addendum for the Marathon Public Library and History Museum.
- Funding request of $91,268.80 for American Communications under Operation Lone Star Grant # 4375703
- Waste disposal contract for Marathon, Texas with Republic Services
- Addendum to Real Property Lease Agreement with Marathon Public Library and History Museum
- Contract for Visit Big Bend Promotional Video
- 2025-2026 Operation Lonestar Grant approval
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings to discuss the proposed FY 2026 budget and the Tax Year 2025 tax rate. The body will also consider several financial transfers and the appointment of a new elections administrator.
- Proposed Tax Year 2025 Total Rate of 0.370007
- Establishment of a $150,000 rainy day fund from General Fund Surplus
- Transfer of $300,000 from LATCF fund to Road & Bridge fund
- Appointment of Cynthia Cox as Brewster County Elections Administrator
- Possible purchase or financing of a 2025 Caterpillar 140SW Motor Grader
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will review and discuss the proposed 2026 fiscal year budget and tax rates, and take action to schedule public hearings for both items. The court will also consider approving contracts for tourism marketing and grant funding.
- Review and discuss 2026 Budget and Tax Rates
- Action to schedule Public Hearing for 2026 Budget
- Action to schedule Public Hearing for 2025 Tax Rate
- Approve Sunshine House TDA grant Order/Resolution
- Approve contracts for AJR Media AAA ad and Texas Country Reporter
Election Commission
The Brewster County Election Commission will meet to interview and review candidates for the position of Brewster County Election Administrator. The body will hold a closed session for interviews before returning to an open meeting to take possible action on the candidates.
- Interview and review of candidates for Brewster County Election Administrator
- Possible action regarding the appointment of the Brewster County Election Administrator
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss interim staffing and compensation for the Elections Department. The body will also review the 2026 Fiscal Year Budget, including elected official salaries and tax rate calculations.
- Creation of a part-time position in the Elections Department
- Order for the County Clerk to assume Election Administrator responsibilities
- Additional compensation for the County Clerk for election duties
- Publication of 2026 Elected Official Salaries
- 2025 Tax Rate Calculation worksheet
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will conduct a workshop session to discuss the details of the 2026 Brewster County Budget. The body will also consider several service agreements and contracts for county offices.
- 2026 Brewster County Budget workshop
- Vehicle leasing program for Brewster County Sheriff's Office
- Interlocal Agreement with Alpine ISD for school resources officers
- Professional Services Agreement with Betty Jo Rooney for annual tax rate evaluation
- Lexis Nexis contract for Brewster County Attorney's office
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss the FY 2026 budget and approve fee schedules for the District and County Clerks. The body will also consider bids for two strike out properties and review several interlocal agreements and utility contracts.
- Bids for strike out properties: $5,550.00 from Raul Perez and $5,501.00 from Dominique Williams
- Approval of 2025 electric rate contract with Public Power Pool
- Two-year extension to the bank Subdepository contract with West Texas National Bank
- Possible renewal of the Brewster County Burn Ban through August 29, 2025
- Acceptance of a $500.00 check from Chili Appreciation Society International, Inc. (CASI)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will conduct a workshop session to review and discuss the 2026 Brewster County Budget. The body will also review and discuss Road & Bridge activities and strategy for the county.
- Workshop session for the 2026 Brewster County Budget
- Review of Road & Bridge activities and strategy
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss the 2026 budget timeline and the 394th District Court's 2026 budget. The body will also consider appointing an officer to certify 2026 tax rates and review employee policies regarding county vehicle use.
- Appointment of officer to calculate and certify 2026 tax rates
- Approval of updated lease contract for county printers and scanners
- CapRisk proposal for actuarial calculation services for fiscal year ending Sept 30, 2024
- Tourism contracts for Global Debavchery and El Paso Travel Family
- Approval of the 2026 recommended Tourism Budget
General
The Brewster County Tourism Council will meet to review and take action on the tourism marketing budget. The body will also discuss establishing a strategic plan and creating metrics for promotion and advertising.
- Review and action on the Brewster County Tourism marketing budget
- Action regarding the establishment of a Strategic Plan and committee formation
- Action regarding establishing metrics for promotion and advertising and committee formation
- Presentation by Billy Bartko on social media and digital marketing
Commissioners Court
The Brewster County Commissioners Court will review road maintenance plans, discuss leasing versus buying vehicles, and consider vacating the SpearPoint Subdivision at Lajitas. The court will also address cybersecurity, fireworks, and approve contracts for tourism and office equipment.
- Review road maintenance and discuss vehicle leasing options
- Consider vacating the SpearPoint Subdivision at Lajitas, Texas
- Review cybersecurity report and discuss fireworks ban order
- Approve 2025 Advertising Contract & Insertion Order for tourism
- Review updated lease agreement for four Xerox scanners
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss Fiscal Year 2026 health insurance rates and policies for county vehicle commuting. The body is also considering the sale of four salvage vehicles and the addition of 120 Big Bend National Park hiking trails to the addressing database.
- Fiscal Year 2026 health insurance rates for Brewster County
- Policy regarding use of county vehicles for commuting
- Salvage auction of 1962 GMC 4000, 2009 Ford F250, 2014 Chevrolet 2500 HD, and 2003 Peterbilt
- Addition of 120 Big Bend National Park hiking trails and Cesaria Creek Road to the MSAG database
- Dell Financial Services financing lease for 5 new computer packages
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss renewing a county burn ban for May 31 through July 15, 2025. The body will also review a proposal from DH Pace and a sponsorship contract for the Alpine Cowboys.
- Possible action to renew burn ban from May 31, 2025, through July 15, 2025
- Review of DH Pace Proposal - All Doors
- Approval of contract for Alpine Cowboys Sponsorship
- Discussion of budget amendments and line-item adjustments
- Review of Road & Bridge Department permits and contracts
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will vote on several equipment purchases, contracts for mental health and accounting services, and a potential drought disaster declaration. The body will also review a subdivision plat and real estate for a visitor's center in Marathon.
- Proposed purchase of a 2026 Western Star 47x Truck Cab for $177,240.82
- Proposed $23,500 contract with Permiacare for a BCSO mental health deputy
- Proposed $5,000 settlement to Finova Capital/Cascade Leasing
- Final plat approval and requirements for Ranches at Well Creek subdivision
- Possible action to declare Brewster County a drought disaster county
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will meet to discuss county financial adjustments, road naming updates, and several service contracts. The body is deciding on funding for a museum remodel and a dumpster agreement for the Red Pattillo Community Center.
- Funding request of $26,054 for the Museum of the Big Bend to display a Texas map collection
- Line item adjustment of $50,000 for the Audit Task Force
- Agreement with Texas Disposal System for a dumpster at Red Pattillo Community Center in Terlingua
- Roadway name changes for Big Bend National Park and Sul Ross State University in the MSAG database
- Service Agreement between OAG SAVNS Grantees and SylogistGov, Inc
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss authorizing the Public Power Pool to negotiate electrical rates and renewing bank depository accounts. The body is also reviewing several small-scale facility improvements and cybersecurity purchases.
- Resolution to engage Public Power Pool for electrical power rate negotiations
- Increase of purchase order to $13,860 for Stockton Glass & Mirror for Red Pattillo Center windows
- Approval of $2,082.08 for cybersecurity monitoring and up to $3,000 for network switches
- Approval of a $2,500 donation from Judge Val Beard for a courthouse lawn gazebo
- Renewal of county bank depository accounts through June 30, 2027
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Brewster County Commissioners Court will review and possibly approve legal fees for the 83rd District Attorney and budget amendments for the 394th District Court. The court will also consider funding for park maintenance and community center window replacements.
- Approve up to $35,000 for 83rd District Attorney legal fees
- Approve budget amendment for $39,650.64 invoice
- Approve up to $40,400 for Marathon Post Park tree trimming
- Approve up to $25,000 for Red Patillo Community Center windows
- Approve contracts for GoTexan and Herrman Global
Commissioners Court
The Brewster County Commissioners Court will review and possibly approve the county's tax collection law firm, a $12,071.13 payment for a second assistant in the 394th District Court, and contracts with tourism vendors. The meeting will also include public comments, reports from various county departments, and a discussion on a preliminary plat for the Ranches at Well Creek subdivision.
- Discuss and take action regarding Brewster County's Tax Collection Law Firm
- Discuss and take action to fund $12,071.13 for a second assistant in the 394th District Court
- Discuss and take action regarding autopsy and cremation contracts with Alpine Memorial Funeral Home
- Review and take appropriate action on adding 'ELK LOOP' and 'DESKO DRIVE' to the MSAG database
- Review, discuss and take appropriate action to approve contracts for Vector Media Holding Corp, 2025 Viva Big Bend, Bird Watcher's Digest, and 2025 Airstream Life
Commissioners Court
The Brewster County Commissioners Court will review RFP submissions for a skid mounted building to serve as a clinical facility in Study Butte. The body will also consider a new copier lease for the county jail and a potential update to the county burn ban.
- RFP for Study Butte clinical facility (Hamilton Healthbox and Products Unlimited)
- 60 month lease for Xerox C8155/H2 copier at Brewster County Jail
- Review of 2024 profiling statistics from Brewster County Sheriff's Office
- Possible action to renew or modify Brewster County Burn Ban
- Appointment of Big Bend Regional Hospital District's nominee for Brewster County Appraisal District
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss funding for a portable building and utilities for a new health clinic in Study Butte. The body will also review an audit engagement and administrative services for the 2025-2026 Texas Community Block Grant.
- Up to $150,000 for a skid mounted portable building for a Study Butte health clinic
- Up to $50,000 for septic, water, telephone/internet, and electric for the Study Butte clinic
- $90,000 engagement letter from Singleton, Clark & Company for 2023 fiscal year outside audit
- Acceptance of $4,000 donation from the Chili Appreciation Society International
- Agreement with Public Management, Inc for 2025-2026 Texas Community Block Grant administrative services
Commissioners Court
The Brewster County Commissioners Court will review financial reports, approve a $94,890 interlocal agreement with Pecos County, and consider appointing members to the Brewster County Tourism Council. The agenda also includes discussions on road maintenance, cybersecurity, and a proposed change to a special meeting date.
- Approve $94,890 interlocal agreement with Pecos County
- Approve Brewster County Tourism Council board members and officers for 2025
- Discuss re-allocating funds for overhead door maintenance
- Discuss renewing or modifying the county burn ban
- Discuss ratifying amendment to Tyler Technologies agreement
Commissioners Court
The Brewster County Commissioners Court will review minutes, discuss a bunkhouse and visitor center for South Brewster County, and approve contracts including a $15,000 Super Bowl commercial and a road & bridge uniform change.
- Approve budget amendments and line-item adjustments
- Discuss construction of a bunkhouse and visitor center in Study Butte
- Approve $15,000 contract for San Antonio Fox TV commercials
- Approve $47.35/month contract for Road & Bridge uniforms
- Approve bond & oaths for county officials including a $22,000 tax assessor
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will meet to discuss budget allocations, interlocal agreements, and grant applications. The body is also considering board appointments and potential updates to the county burn ban.
- Interlocal Agreement with Pecos County for 83rd District Attorney Budget in the amount of $94,890.00
- Re-allocation of unexpended funds for maintenance and repair of 22 overhead doors
- FY 2024 Operation Stonegarden grant application
- Approval of $2,500 bond for Brewster County Attorney
- Re-appointment of ESD # 1 board members Jim Hines and Marcos Paredes