Calhoun County public meetings in 2024

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing and take action to amend the 2024 and 2025 county budgets. It will also consider several contracts, including service contracts for septic systems on Ocean Drive and an alligator‑management contract for the Green Lake Project. Additional items include a $500 donation to Precinct 1, a $185,329 budget carry‑over for two dump trucks, and appointments to the Library Board and EMS leadership.

• Public hearing and action to amend the 2024 and 2025 Calhoun County budgets
• Approve service contracts with Hurt’s Wastewater Management for septic systems at 865 N Ocean Drive and 2506 N Ocean Drive (service dates 2/8/2025‑2/8/2026)
• Accept a $500 donation for Calhoun County Precinct 1 and place it in the 2697 Donation Fund
• Authorize Commissioner Reese to carry over $185,329 to the 2025 budget for two dump trucks ordered in January 2024
• Approve contract with Janik Alligators LLC for Green Lake Project Alligator Management and Nuisance Control for the 2025 contract year

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court unanimously approved amendments to the 2024 and 2025 county budgets, the 2025 E911 Emergency Communication District budget, and several contracts and appointments. All votes were unanimous with all five members present. The court also lifted the county burn ban.

• Approved 2024 and 2025 budget amendments (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 E911 Emergency Communication District budget (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Olga Szela and Roxanne Ochoa to Library Board (unanimous)
• Approved $185,329 carryover for two dump trucks (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Janik Alligators LLC for alligator management (unanimous)
• Approved FY2025 interlocal agreements with Gulf Bend Center ($26,000) and The Harbor ($28,500) (unanimous)
• Approved lifting the county burn ban (unanimous)
• Approved bills and payroll (unanimous)

Public Hearing

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will hold a public hearing on Monday, December 30, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Courtroom at 211 S. Ann Street, Suite 104, Port Lavaca. The hearing will consider amendments to the 2024 and 2025 Calhoun County budgets. Members of the public may attend and participate. The notice complies with Texas Local Government Code sections 111.007 and 111.0075.

• Public hearing on amending the 2024 and 2025 Calhoun County budgets

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will discuss infrastructure projects, including drainage improvements and park development. The body is also considering a public hearing to vacate specific farm tracts for the Desilos Subdivision replat.

• Final payment of $84,755.00 to JRB Services, LLC for Lane Road Drainage Improvements
• Approval of specifications and advertising for bids for Green Lake Park Phase 1; Project 1
• Public hearing and action to vacate Farm Tracts 9 through 16 in the J.D. Mitchell Wolf Point Ranch subdivision
• Approval of the final plat for the Desilos Subdivision
• Order restricting certain fireworks in unincorporated areas of Calhoun County

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court approved all agenda items unanimously, including extending the Matagorda Bay Mitigation Trust contract, allowing wine sales at the Port O'Connor Farmers Market, approving construction completion and final payment for Lane Road drainage, accepting a $75 donation to the Sheriff's Office, approving a body armor grant application, issuing a county credit card to Ronny Best, vacating farm tracts and approving the Desilos Subdivision final plat, approving bid specifications for Green Lake Park and fly ash supply, restricting fireworks in unincorporated areas, and paying Quality Hot Mix for a mistaken vendor order.

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will hold a special meeting on Dec 17, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at 101 East Court Street, Seguin. The meeting is solely to attend the Guadalupe County Commissioners’ Court and no official county business or formal action will be taken. The notice complies with Texas Local Government Code Section 551.001(4).

• No official county business or formal action will be taken
• Attendance at Guadalupe County Commissioners’ Court

Commissioners Court

In an emergency meeting, the Calhoun County Commissioners Court unanimously approved a series of actions to fill vacancies and manage transitions. The court approved participation in the Kroger opioid settlement, appointed Shannon Salyer as County Judge, accepted Commissioner Vern Lyssy's resignation, appointed Ronald Best to fill that vacancy, and then accepted Judge Salyer's resignation and appointed Vern Lyssy as County Judge. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Authorized Commissioner Lyssy to execute Kroger opioid settlement participation and release forms (unanimous)
• Approved self-insurance order for appointed County Judge vacancy (unanimous)
• Appointed Shannon Salyer as County Judge to fill vacancy from Judge Meyer's death (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Commissioner Vern Lyssy (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner Joel Behrens as Judge Pro Tem and Memorial Medical Center Board representative (unanimous)
• Approved self-insurance order for appointed County Commissioner vacancy (unanimous)
• Appointed Ronald Best as Commissioner for Precinct 2 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Judge Shannon Salyer (unanimous)

Special Meeting

The Commissioners’ Court will consider several appointments and resignations to fill vacancies in the office of County Judge and Precinct 2 Commissioner. The body will also discuss settlement forms regarding Texas opioid multi-district litigation involving Kroger.

• Settlement participation and release forms for Kroger in Texas opioid multi-district litigation
• Appointment and swearing in of Shannon Salyer as Judge of Calhoun County
• Resignation of Commissioner Vern Lyssy
• Appointment and swearing in of Ronald Best as Commissioner of Precinct No. 2
• Appointment and swearing in of Vern Lyssy as Judge of Calhoun County

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will approve the minutes from the December 4 meeting and authorize several contracts and agreements, including consulting services and a partnership with Harris County Department of Education. It will consider allocating $33,444.40 of Tribal Assistance Funds for IT/Communication desks and approve a change order for the Seadrift Drainage Improvements Project. Additional items include a decision on the county burn ban and approval of various service contracts for mosquito control, road materials, and asphalts.

• Authorize Tribal Assistance Funds to pay $33,444.40 for IT/Communication desks
• Approve Change Order No. 1 for the Seadrift Drainage Improvements Project (GLO Contract No. 22-085-014-D245)
• Approve Magnolia Beach CAP Feasibility Cost Share agreement
• Approve contracts for mosquito control (Bid 2025.01) and road materials (Bid 2025.02) and asphalts (Bid 2025.03)
• Consider lifting or retaining the county burn ban

The Commissioners Court approved all agenda items unanimously, including contracts for road materials, asphalt, mosquito control insecticides, and the TAC liability renewal. It also authorized use of $33,444.40 in Tribal Assistance Funds for IT/communication desks and approved a cost-share agreement for the Magnolia Beach CAP feasibility study. The court accepted library donations and declared surplus/waste items, and approved the field agreement with USDA/APHIS and Texas A&M AgriLife.

• Approved road materials contracts with 6 bidders for 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved asphalt, oils & emulsions contracts with 2 bidders for 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved mosquito control insecticide contracts with 4 bidders for 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved $33,444.40 Tribal Assistance Funds for IT/communication desks (unanimous)
• Approved Magnolia Beach CAP Feasibility Cost Share agreement (unanimous)
• Approved TAC 2025 Liability Renewal for 1/1/25-1/1/26 (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Seadrift Drainage Improvements Project (unanimous)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Harris County Dept of Education for Choice Partners (unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court met in executive session to discuss the process for filling the vacancy in the office of county judge, as authorized under state law. No substantive decisions were made during the open session; the court reconvened and adjourned without taking action on the matter.

• Held executive session to discuss filling county judge vacancy
• Reconvened open session at 10:33 a.m.
• Adjourned without taking action on vacancy process

Executive Session

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will meet in executive session to discuss the process for filling the vacant county judge position, as authorized by Texas Local Government Code Section 87.041 and Government Code Section 551.071. After the closed discussion, the court will reconvene in open session and take any necessary action on the matter.

• Open executive session to discuss process for filling county judge vacancy (per V.T.C.A., Local Government Code §87.041)
• Consider and take necessary action on matters discussed in executive session

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners' Court will consider accepting an $8,481 trauma grant from the Golden Crescent Regional Advisory Council for FY25. It will also act on paperwork for a $18,467 Texas Department of Transportation roadway material allocation for Precinct 2. Additional items include approving a 2024 policy order on salaries and employee benefits, deciding on the county burn ban, and reviewing budget adjustments and payroll bills.

• Accept $8,481 grant from Golden Crescent Regional Advisory Council (Trauma funds FY25)
• Authorize Commissioner Lyssy to complete documents for $18,467 TXDOT roadway material assistance FY25
• Approve 2024 order setting maximum salaries, vacation, sick leave, insurance premium, holiday schedule, and meeting times
• Consider lifting or retaining the county burn ban
• Consider budget adjustments and approve bills and payroll

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court approved a $8,481 trauma funds grant from the Golden Crescent Regional Advisory Council for FY25, and authorized Commissioner Lyssy to complete documents for Precinct 2 to receive $18,467 in roadway material from TxDOT. The court also approved the 2024 order setting salaries, policies, and holiday schedule, adding December 26 to the holiday schedule. All votes were unanimous among the three commissioners present (Hall, Lyssy, Reese).

• Approved $8,481 GCRAC trauma funds grant for FY25 (unanimous)
• Authorized Commissioner Lyssy to complete TxDOT roadway material allocation documents for $18,467 (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 order setting salaries, policies, and holiday schedule, adding Dec 26 (unanimous)
• Approved November 27, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved budget adjustments (unanimous)
• Approved MMC bills and payroll (unanimous)
• Approved county bills and payroll (unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will meet on December 2, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. in the courthouse courtroom. The agenda includes public comments and a request for additional information on the GLO's Mitigation Grants Program, which is designated as a non‑action item. The meeting will then be adjourned.

• Public Comments
• Request for additional information on GLO's Mitigation Grants Program (non‑action item)
• Adjournment

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will review payments and contracts for bulkhead and pier construction. The body will also consider funding for a sheriff's office vehicle and library asset management.

• Final payment of $175,617.54 to Staff Concrete Construction for Magnolia Beach Ocean Drive Bulkhead Replacement
• Contract with Shirley & Sons Construction Co., Inc. for Bill Sanders Park Swan Point Bulkhead & Pier Construction
• Application for Enbridge Funding to purchase a 2025 Can*Am Defender MAX Lone Star HD 10 for the Sheriff's Office
• Donation of $1,372.00 to the Sheriff's Office motivation account from Law Enforcement Partners
• Agreement with Loftin Equipment Company for generator maintenance

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court, with Judge Pro Tem Vern Lyssy presiding, unanimously approved all agenda items. These included accepting library donations, declaring library items surplus/salvage and waste, allowing the Sheriff's Office to apply for Enbridge funding for a new vehicle, accepting a $1,372 donation, releasing the final payment for the Magnolia Beach bulkhead project, approving a generator maintenance agreement, and approving a construction contract for Swan Point bulkhead and pier. The court also approved the previous meeting minutes, monthly reports, budget adjustments, and bills/payroll.

• Approved final payment of $175,617.54 to Staff Concrete Construction for Magnolia Beach bulkhead project (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Shirley & Sons Construction for Swan Point bulkhead & pier construction (unanimous)
• Approved Sheriff's Office application for Enbridge funding for 2025 Can-Am Defender (unanimous)
• Accepted $1,372 donation to Sheriff's Office from Law Enforcement Partners (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Loftin Equipment for generator maintenance (unanimous)
• Accepted library donations for March-October 2024 (unanimous)
• Declared library items surplus/salvage and waste for March-October 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved November 20, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Executive Session

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will meet on Monday, November 25, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. in the courthouse courtroom. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss the process for filling the vacancy in the county judge office, as authorized under V.T.C.A. Local Government Code Section 87.041 and Government Code Chapter 551, Subchapter D. After the executive session, the court will reconvene to take any necessary action on matters discussed. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Executive session to discuss process for filling the county judge vacancy (V.T.C.A. Local Government Code §87.041)
• Public comment

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will meet to approve payments for county facilities and a truancy stipend agreement. The body will also consider budget adjustments and a proclamation for National Hospice and Palliative Care Month.

• Payment of $52,221.83 to BLS Construction for the Calhoun County Combined Dispatch Facility
• MOU with Calhoun County ISD for a JP 1 Clerk truancy stipend of $7,000.00
• Acceptance of a $75.00 anonymous donation to the Sheriffs Office Motivation account
• Proclamation declaring November 2024 as National Hospice and Palliative Care Month
• Rescheduling of the December 26, 2024 meeting to December 30, 2024

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court approved the final retainage payment of $52,221.83 to BLS Construction for the Combined Dispatch Facility and an MOU with Calhoun County ISD for a JP 1 clerk truancy stipend. The court also rescheduled a December meeting and accepted monthly reports, budget adjustments, and bill approvals.

• Approved November 13, 2024 Commissioners' Court Meeting Minutes (3-0)
• Approved a proclamation declaring November 2024 as National Hospice and Palliative Care Month
• Approved Final Payment Application No. 15 for Release of Retainage of $52,221.83 to BLS Construction for the Combined Dispatch Facility (3-0)
• Approved MOU between Calhoun County ISD and Calhoun County for a $7,000 truancy stipend for the JP 1 Clerk from January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025 (3-0)
• Accepted an anonymous $75.00 donation to the Sheriff's Office Motivation account (3-0)
• Rescheduled the December 25, 2024 meeting to December 30, 2024, and canceled the January 1, 2025 meeting (3-0)
• Accepted the October 2024 Justice of the Peace Pct 2 monthly report (3-0)
• Approved budget adjustments, bills, and payroll (3-0)

Special Meeting

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will hold a special workshop on November 20, 2024. Commissioners will hear public comments and review the professional services provided by G & W Engineers, Inc. for the renovation of Memorial Medical Center, which is designated as a non‑action item. The meeting will then adjourn.

• Public Comments
• Review of G & W Engineers, Inc. services for Memorial Medical Center renovation (non‑action)
• Adjourn

Special Meeting

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will hold a special workshop on November 18, 2024. Commissioners will hear public comments and discuss a proposed application for the GLO’s new Disaster Recovery Program. The discussion is designated as a non‑action item, meaning no formal vote or decision is expected at this meeting.

• Public Comments
• Discussion of proposed application for the GLO’s new Disaster Recovery Program (non‑action item)
• Adjournment

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court met in a special session to officially canvass the results of the November 5, 2024, General Election. The court reviewed and certified the tally sheets and election returns as required by the Texas Election Code.

• Approved canvass of November 5, 2024, General Election results (unanimous)

Special Meeting

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will meet on November 14, 2024 to discuss and potentially approve the canvass of the November 5, 2024 General Election results. A motion to dismiss is also on the agenda, though the specific matter is not detailed. The court may hold a closed session under Texas Government Code Chapter 551 to discuss agenda items.

• Discuss and/or approve the canvass of the November 5, 2024 election results
• Consider a motion to dismiss (specific issue not provided)
• Potential closed session under Texas Government Code Chapter 551

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will decide on several construction and material bids, including park improvements and road supplies. The body will also consider a budget adjustment and the status of the county burn ban.

• Authorization of $139,700 in GOMESA funds for the Swan Point Bulkhead/Pier Project
• Bids for Bill Sanders Park Swan Point Bulkhead & Pier Construction and Annex Building Roof Improvements
• Bids for 2025 insecticides, road materials, and asphalts, oils & emulsions
• Request for Qualifications for engineering, architectural and surveying services for CMP Cycle 29 Grant
• Decision to lift or retain the county burn ban

The court awarded the $591,200 contract for the Bill Sanders Park Swan Point bulkhead and pier to Shirley & Sons Construction, the lowest qualified bidder, and approved $139,700 in GOMESA funds to cover increased material costs. It also approved several other bids, including mosquito control, road materials, asphalt, and the annex roof project, and authorized a $5,000 county credit card for the EMS assistant director. The item to authorize jail body camera software updates was tabled, and the burn ban item was passed without action.

• Awarded Bid No. 2024.09 Swan Point Bulkhead & Pier Construction to Shirley & Sons Construction for $591,200 (unanimous)
• Authorized $139,700 of GOMESA funds for Matagorda Bay Mitigation Trust Contract No. 034 (unanimous)
• Tabled jail body camera system software update purchase (no vote)
• Authorized all four Road & Bridge precincts to apply for credit with Holt Truck Centers (unanimous)
• Awarded mosquito control insecticide bids to Clarke, Rentokil, and Veseris (unanimous)
• Awarded road materials bids (unanimous)
• Awarded asphalts, oils & emulsions bids (unanimous)
• Awarded Annex Building Roof Improvements to Rain Seal Master Roofing & Sheet Metal (unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will discuss authorizing funds for jail body camera software and a budget increase for the Boggy Bayou Nature Park Shoreline Protection Phase 2. The body will also consider accepting specific donations and approving a credit application for Nucor Skyline.

• Authorization of Jail Telephone Commissioned Funds for jail body camera system software and server
• Additional $7,440 of GOMESA funds for CEPRA 1730 Boggy Bayou Nature Park Shoreline Protection Phase 2
• $1,000 payment from GLO for 2024 Bilge Facilities for Precinct 4 Road & Bridge
• $75.00 anonymous donation to the Sheriff's Office Motivation account
• Renewal Agreement between Justice of the Peace Pct. 3 and Sparklight

The Commissioners Court approved using an additional $7,440 of GOMESA funds for the county match on the Boggy Bayou Nature Park Shoreline Protection Phase 2 project, due to increased environmental work. The court also accepted a $1,000 GLO payment for bilge facilities, an anonymous $75 donation to the Sheriff's Office, and approved several routine items. A proposal to use jail telephone funds for body camera software was tabled.

• Approved additional $7,440 GOMESA funds for Boggy Bayou project (unanimous)
• Accepted $1,000 GLO payment for bilge facilities (unanimous)
• Accepted $75 anonymous donation to Sheriff's Office (unanimous)
• Allowed Commissioner Hall to sign Nucor Skyline credit application (unanimous)
• Approved Sparklight agreement renewal for JP Pct. 3 (unanimous)
• Approved monthly reports from Texas Agrilife Extension (unanimous)
• Approved budget adjustments (unanimous)
• Approved bills and payroll (unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will meet on Oct 30, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. in the County Courthouse, Port Lavaca. The court will consider and act on two Submerged Land Use Agreement MOUs with the Calhoun Port Authority—one for Highway 316 and one for Indian Point—and will vote on an Order Prohibiting Outdoor Burning. Additional items include a contract amendment for the Green Lake Breach Repair with the Matagorda Bay Mitigation Trust and the renewal of the food‑services contract for the Calhoun County Adult Detention Center for 2025.

• Approve Submerged Land Use Agreement MOU for Highway 316 with Calhoun Port Authority
• Approve Submerged Land Use Agreement MOU for Indian Point with Calhoun Port Authority
• Approve an Order Prohibiting Outdoor Burning
• Amend Contract No. 004 for Green Lake Breach Repair with Matagorda Bay Mitigation Trust (funding unchanged)
• Renew Food Services contract with Performance Food Service/PFG for Adult Detention Center (2025)

The Calhoun County Commissioners' Court approved a contract with Weaver and Jacobs Constructors, Inc. for Memorial Medical Center HVAC and roof improvements, enacted an outdoor burn ban, and appointed Dr. Joseph Dillon Jenkins as the interim EMS medical director. The court also approved various county agreements, grants, and routine inventory and financial reports.

• Approved October 16, 2024 Commissioners’ Court Meeting Minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Independent Audit Report by Armstrong, Vaughan and Associates, P.C. (Unanimous)
• Approved Submerged Land Use Agreement MOUs with Calhoun Port Authority for Highway 316 and Indian Point (Unanimous)
• Approved Order Prohibiting Outdoor Burning (Unanimous)
• Approved Amendment Number Two for Contract No. 004 Green Lake Breech Repair with Matagorda Bay Mitigation Trust (Unanimous)
• Authorized District Clerk to sign Kofile proposal for historical records preservation (Unanimous)
• Approved contract award to Weaver and Jacobs Constructors, Inc. for 2024.06 Memorial Medical Center HVAC & Roof Improvements (Unanimous)
• Appointed Dr. Joseph Dillon Jenkins, D.O. as Interim Medical Director for Calhoun County EMS System (Unanimous)

Special Meeting

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will hold a special meeting on October 28, 2024 at the Calhoun County EMS Station, 705 Henry Barber Way, Port Lavaca. Commissioners will explain the details and significance of the CCEMS patch and what it means to be part of the CCEMS family. No official county business or formal action will be taken during this meeting. The notice follows Texas Local Government Code Section 551.001(4).

• Presentation on the Calhoun County EMS (CCEMS) patch and its significance
• No formal county business or actions will be taken

Executive Session

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will meet on October 28, 2024 for an executive session. The closed session will be used to discuss anticipated litigation involving employment actions within the county EMS department. Afterward the court will reconvene in open session to consider any necessary actions.

• Executive session to discuss anticipated litigation involving employment actions in the EMS department

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will approve the September and October meeting minutes and consider several contracts and resolutions. Items include a contract for Little Chocolate Bayou County Park playground improvements, a payment to Con-Metal Contractors for a waste transfer station, and a pavilion repair at King Fisher Beach Park. The court will also discuss professional services for IDocket.com and negotiations for Memorial Medical Center HVAC and roof work.

• Approve contract with Fun Abounds, Inc. for Little Chocolate Bayou County Park Playground Improvements Phase 2
• Authorize second payment of $143,476.921 to Con-Metal Contractors, Inc. for the Recycle Waste Transfer Station Project
• Authorize $31,158.20 from COMESA funds to repair pavilion at King Fisher Beach Park in Port O’Connor
• Approve Professional Services Agreements for “IDocket.com Ruby Red Services” for the County and District Clerk
• Enter negotiations with Weaver and Jacobs Constructors for Memorial Medical Center HVAC & Roof Improvements

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court unanimously approved a $700,000 contract with Fun Abounds, Inc. for playground improvements at Little Chocolate Bayou County Park, and authorized the County Judge to sign. The court also approved entering negotiations with Weaver and Jacobs Constructors for HVAC and roof improvements at Memorial Medical Center, and authorized $31,158.20 in COMESA funds for pavilion repairs at King Fisher Beach Park. All agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Approved $700,000 contract with Fun Abounds, Inc. for playground improvements (unanimous)
• Approved resolution endorsing legislation to amend Texas Local Government Code Section 382.018 (unanimous)
• Approved professional services agreements for iDocket.com Ruby Red Services (unanimous)
• Approved negotiations with Weaver and Jacobs Constructors for HVAC & roof improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $143,476.92 second payment to Con-Metal Contractors for Recycle Waste Transfer Station (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat of Desilos Subdivision (unanimous)
• Authorized $31,158.20 in COMESA funds for King Fisher Beach Park pavilion repairs (unanimous)
• Approved budget adjustments and bills/payroll (unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will hold a special workshop on October 14, 2024, to discuss an update on the Green Lake Breach Repair with the Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority.

• Workshop on Green Lake Breach Repair with GBRA
• Meeting location: Calhoun County Courthouse, 211 S. Ann Street
• Meeting date: Monday, October 14, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will consider several actions, including approving a memorandum of understanding between the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and the County Sheriff’s Office. Other items include waste disposal approvals, a fire‑ant control contract, a grant application for feral hog control, and authorizing the County Judge to sign past Texas Enterprise Zone reports.

• Approve the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between ATF and the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office
• Approve disposal of waste listed on the attached form (12 Box Springs; 12 bed frames; 3 mattresses)
• Authorize Commissioner Reese to accept a $1,000 contract with Pest Solutions for fire‑ant control at Bill Sanders Memorial Park
• Apply for the Matagorda Bay Mitigation Trust Grant for feral hog control to prevent water pollution
• Authorize Judge Meyer to sign Texas Enterprise Zone Reports for the years 2018, 2019, and 2020

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court unanimously approved a Memorandum of Understanding between the ATF and the Calhoun County Sheriff's Office, allowing the Sheriff to sign all necessary documents. The court also approved several other items, including a $1,000 fire ant control proposal, a grant application for feral hog control, and the disposal of worn-out EMS equipment. All decisions were made unanimously.

• Approved ATF-Sheriff's Office MOU (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 fire ant control proposal with Pest Solutions (unanimous)
• Approved application for Matagorda Bay Mitigation Trust Grant for feral hog control (unanimous)
• Approved disposal of 12 box springs, 12 bed frames, 3 mattresses from EMS (unanimous)
• Approved Judge Meyer to sign Texas Enterprise Zone Reports for 2018-2020 (unanimous)
• Approved monthly reports from JP Pcts 1, 2, 4, 5 and Floodplain Administration (unanimous)
• Approved budget adjustments (unanimous)
• Approved bills and payroll (unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will meet on October 2, 2024, to approve the annex building roof improvements project, authorize budget adjustments, and approve bills and payroll. The court will also consider a proclamation for National 4-H Week and a contract for a copier.

• Approve Change Order No. 1 for Magnolia Beach Ocean Drive Bulkhead Cap Replacement
• Approve contract with Great American Financial Services for a copier/fax machine
• Approve specifications for Annex Building Roof Improvements Project
• Approve RFQ 2024.11 for engineering services at Bill Sanders County Park
• Approve budget adjustments and bills and payroll

The Commissioners Court approved a proclamation for National 4-H Week and authorized a one-time insurance waiting period waiver for transitioning Emergency Communications Division employees. The Court also approved a change order for the Magnolia Beach bulkhead project, a copier contract for the District Attorney, and initiated bidding processes for annex roof improvements and park amenities.

• Approved Sept 25, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Declared Oct 6-12, 2024 as National 4-H Week (5-0)
• Waived 60-day insurance waiting period for specific staff (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Ocean Drive Bulkhead project (5-0)
• Approved copier contract for District Attorney's Office (5-0)
• Authorized bidding for Annex Building Roof Improvements (5-0)
• Authorized RFQ for Bill Sanders County Park amenities (5-0)
• Approved budget adjustments and payment of bills (5-0)

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will discuss several infrastructure projects, grant applications, and annual supply bids. The body is also deciding on alcohol sales permits for the POC Boat & Fishing Expo and a land vacation petition.

• Renewal of Motorola Solutions Service Agreement for $191,909.85
• Payment of $257,375.61 to Con-Metal Contractors, Inc. for Recycle Waste Transfer Station Project
• Public hearing and action to vacate a 7.41 acre portion of Farm Tract 19
• Authorization of $1,500 for grant applications for Port Alto and Olivia Haterius Parks
• Annual supply bid packets for asphalts, oils, road materials, and insecticides

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court reviewed and adopted the Calhoun County Investment Policy for its annual renewal on September 25, 2024, and authorized the County Treasurer to sign. The policy governs the investment activities, strategies, objectives, and authorized investment types for all financial assets of the county in accordance with the Texas Public Funds Investment Act.

• Reviewed and adopted the Calhoun County Investment Policy for annual renewal and authorized County Treasurer to sign

Public Hearing

The Calhoun County Commissioners' Court will hold a public hearing on September 25, 2024, to consider a petition to vacate a 7.41-acre portion of a specific subdivision.

• Public hearing on petition to vacate 7.41-acre portion of Farm Tract 19
• Meeting location: Commissioners' Courtroom, 211 S. Ann Street, Suite 104, Port Lavaca
• Hearing scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on September 25, 2024

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will discuss and act on several financial and operational items. The agenda includes authorizing up to $30,000,000 in Combination Tax and Surplus Hospital Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2024. Additional actions cover equipment purchases, Texas Department of Transportation grant agreements, and various administrative approvals such as donations, waste disposal, and contract authorizations.

• Authorize issuance, sale, and delivery of up to $30,000,000 in Combination Tax and Surplus Hospital Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2024
• Approve Motorola proposal to purchase two radio consoles, a service contract, and relocate two old consoles, to be completed by Dec 31 2024
• Approve Texas Department of Transportation Grant for Routine Airport Maintenance Program (TxDOT Project No. M2513PTLA)
• Approve Texas Department of Transportation Aviation Grant of $150,000 for the AWOS System
• Approve contract with United Specialty Advertising, LLC to produce free t‑shirts for the Calhoun County Emergency Communication Division employees

The Commissioners Court approved the issuance and sale of $27,280,000 in Combination Tax and Surplus Hospital Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2024, to finance construction and improvements to county-owned buildings, including the hospital. The motion passed unanimously (5-0). The certificates will be sold to Frost Bank for $30,153,687.84, with proceeds funding the project and related costs.

• Approved $27,280,000 in certificates of obligation for hospital and county building improvements (5-0)
• Authorized sale of certificates to Frost Bank for $30,153,687.84
• Approved levy of annual ad valorem tax to secure payment of certificates
• Approved Paying Agent/Registrar Agreement with BOKF, NA
• Approved form of Official Statement for the certificates

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will consider a range of actions, including approving the final plat for The Docks at P.O.C., authorizing a $1,000 payment to the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement, and adopting a bid from Secure Tech Systems to replace the county panic‑button system. The meeting also includes an emergency purchase of two patrol vehicles totaling $61,790 and several interlocal agreements for dispatch services.

• Approve Final Plat of The Docks at P.O.C.
• Authorize $1,000 check to Texas Commission on Law Enforcement
• Adopt Secure Tech Systems Inc. bid to replace county panic‑button system
• Emergency purchase of a 2022 Ford FI50 Police Responder ($36,495) and a 2019 Ram 1500 SSV ($25,295) – total $61,790
• Approve interlocal agreements for dispatch services with Calhoun County ISD and nearby cities

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved an emergency purchase of two patrol vehicles for $61,790 due to a shortage of patrol vehicles. The court also approved the final plat for The Docks at P.O.C. subdivision, pending County Attorney review, and approved several interlocal agreements for dispatch services. All other agenda items, including budget adjustments and bills, were approved unanimously.

• Approved emergency purchase of 2022 Ford F150 Police Responder and 2019 Ram 1500 SSV for $61,790 (unanimous)
• Approved final plat of The Docks at P.O.C., pending County Attorney review (unanimous)
• Approved interlocal agreements for dispatch services with Calhoun County ISD, City of Point Comfort, City of Seadrift, and City of Port Lavaca (unanimous)
• Approved resolution reaffirming creation of Emergency Communications Division and Combined Dispatch (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Sheriff's and Constables' Fees (unanimous)
• Approved salaries for court reporters and county auditor for 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved budget adjustments and bills/payroll (unanimous)
• Approved allowing POC Oasis to sell beer and mixed beverages at fundraiser on Sept 28 (unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will meet to approve the August 28 minutes, hear a report from Memorial Medical Center, and consider actions to remove unsafe inventory, approve a preliminary plat, and authorize alcohol sales for the Port O'Connor Boat & Fishing Expo.

• Approve August 28, 2024 Commissioners’ Court Regular Meeting Minutes
• Authorize alcohol sales for Port O'Connor Boat & Fishing Expo
• Authorize alcohol sales for Rusty Hook Winery at expo
• Approve Preliminary Plat of RK Development Group Subdivision
• Authorize County Clerk to sign quote from Kofile for digital imaging

The Commissioners Court unanimously adopted the 2025 Calhoun County budget and the 2024 tax rate of $0.6222 per $100 valuation, a 12.78% increase. The court also approved several administrative items, including declaring surplus equipment as waste, allowing alcohol sales at a Port O'Connor event, approving a preliminary subdivision plat, and authorizing grant applications and contracts.

• Adopted 2025 Calhoun County Budget (unanimous)
• Adopted 2024 tax rate of $0.6222 per $100, a 12.78% increase (unanimous)
• Declared portable storage building as waste and removed from Sheriff's inventory (unanimous)
• Declared Lennox heat pump as waste and removed from Precinct 4 inventory (unanimous)
• Approved Port O'Connor Chamber of Commerce use of community center for Boat & Fishing Expo Oct 4-6 (unanimous)
• Approved alcohol sales at Expo and authorized judge to sign TABC letter (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat of RK Development Group Subdivision (unanimous)
• Authorized Commissioner Hall to apply for Matagorda Bay Mitigation Trust grant for restroom replacement (unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will approve the July and August meeting minutes, hold a public hearing on amending the 2024 county budget and consider the amendment. It will also consider several contracts and donations, including a $52,405.80 bid for a panic‑button system, a $733,795.95 contract for Little Chocolate Bayou County Park playground Phase 2, and a donation of a StairMaster Free Climber 4600 PT for the county EMS. Additional items include a grant application for law‑enforcement training aids, a bid for Bill Sanders Park bulkhead and pier construction, and a digital‑imaging services quote.

• Award contract up to $733,795.95 to Fun Abounds, Inc. for Little Chocolate Bayou County Park Playground Improvements Phase 2 (Bid No. 2024.08)
• Use Secure Tech Systems Inc. bid of $52,405.80 to replace the Calhoun County Panic Button System
• Approve Project Manual and Plans for Bill Sanders Park – Swan Point Bulkhead & Pier Construction (Bid No. 2024.09)
• Accept donation of a StairMaster Free Climber 4600 PT to Calhoun County EMS from Danielle Lacina, General Manager of Port Lavaca Anytime Fitness
• Consider grant application for NRA funding to purchase training aids (simunition pistols, rifle uppers, rifle lowers, PPE) for the Sheriff’s Office

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved a $733,795.95 contract with Fun Abounds, Inc. for playground improvements at Little Chocolate Bayou County Park. The court also unanimously approved amendments to the 2024 budget, a $52,405.80 panic button system replacement, and a $319,000 project budget for Bill Sanders Park. All other agenda items, including a septic service contract and a refund deposit, were approved unanimously.

• Awarded $733,795.95 contract to Fun Abounds, Inc. for Little Chocolate Bayou playground (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 budget amendments (unanimous)
• Approved $52,405.80 Secure Tech Systems panic button system replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $319,000 Bill Sanders Park project budget (unanimous)
• Approved NRA grant application for ALERRT training aids (unanimous)
• Approved aerobic septic system service contract with Silverback Septic Solutions (unanimous)
• Accepted StairMaster donation from Port Lavaca Anytime Fitness (unanimous)
• Approved bills and payroll (unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will hold a public hearing on August 28, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Courtroom at the County Courthouse, 2115 S. Ann Street, Suite 104, Port Lavaca. The hearing is to consider amendments to the 2024 Calhoun County budget. The notice follows Texas Local Government Code sections 111.007 and 111.0075.

• Public hearing on amending the 2024 Calhoun County budget

Executive Session

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will meet on August 26, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. The court will enter an executive session to consult with its attorney, as authorized by Texas Government Code §551‑071. After the closed discussion, the court will reconvene the open session before adjourning.

• Call meeting to order
• Public comment period
• Executive session for attorney consultation (Gov. Code §551‑071)
• Reopen open session
• Adjourn

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will discuss proposing a new tax rate for 2024 and scheduling public hearings for the tax rate and the 2025 budget. The body will also consider several contracts for county infrastructure and emergency services.

• Proposed award for Bid No. 2024.08: Infrastructure at Little Chocolate Bayou County Park Playground Improvements Phase 2
• Proposal with CFI Mechanical, Inc. to repair one chiller at the Calhoun County Courthouse for $35,250.00
• Interlocal Agreement with Gulf Bend Center for Indigent care for $26,000.00
• Asbestos Abatement Proposal for 312 S. Ann St., Port Lavaca, TX
• Insurance proceeds check of $9,545.75 for Jail water leak damages

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court approved a new 2024 tax rate of 0.622 and set public hearings for September 4, 2024, to adopt the proposed tax rate and the 2025 county budget. The court also approved several contracts and agreements, including an interlocal agreement with Gulf Bend Center for indigent care, an asbestos abatement proposal, and a chiller repair. Action on the playground improvement bid was tabled for further review.

• Approved 2024 tax rate of 0.622 (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Sept 4, 2024 to adopt 2024 tax rate (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Sept 4, 2024 to adopt 2025 budget (unanimous)
• Approved $9,545.75 insurance proceeds for jail water leak damages (unanimous)
• Approved Calhoun County Fair Association alcohol sales at 2024 fair (unanimous)
• Approved $26,000 interlocal agreement with Gulf Bend Center for indigent care (unanimous)
• Approved $35,250 chiller repair proposal with CFI Mechanical, Inc. (unanimous)
• Tabled action on playground improvement bid for further review

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners’ Court will consider several actions, including approving a $38,000 professional services agreement with G & W Engineers, Inc. for parking improvements at the courthouse, museum, and Port Lavaca Library. The court will also vote on a $3,500 asbestos abatement contract for 312 S. Ann St., a pavilion construction proposal for Olivia Haterius Park, and an amendment to the 2024 salary order. Additional items include accepting school‑supply donations for the sheriff’s motivation fund and receiving monthly reports from county offices. The meeting will conclude with budget adjustments and approval of bills and payroll.

• Approve $38,000 professional services contract with G & W Engineers, Inc. for county parking improvements at Courthouse, Museum, and Port Lavaca Library
• Approve $3,500 asbestos abatement contract with KMAC Construction Service, Inc. for 312 S. Ann St., Port Lavaca
• Authorize Commissioner Behrens to sign quote with Kraftsman Commercial Playgrounds for ADA swing set at Olivia Haterius Park (grant CMP #24-022-010-EO 19)
• Approve pavilion construction proposal with Kayne Carriles dba Alpha Contracting for Olivia Haterius Park (grant CMP #24-022-010-EO 19)
• Amend the 2024 Salary Order

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court approved several park infrastructure items, including an ADA swing set and a pavilion at Olivia Haterius Park, and awarded a bid for playground improvements at Little Chocolate Bayou County Park. They also accepted donations, approved an asbestos abatement proposal, a revised engineering agreement, and amended the 2024 Salary Order. All votes were unanimous among the three commissioners present.

• Approved ADA swing set quote with Kraftsman Commercial Playgrounds for Olivia Haterius Park (unanimous)
• Approved pavilion construction proposal with Alpha Contracting for Olivia Haterius Park (unanimous)
• Approved asbestos abatement proposal for 312 S. Ann St. with KMAC Construction Service, Inc. for $3,500 (unanimous)
• Approved revised agreement with G & W Engineers, Inc. for $38,000 for county parking improvements (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to 2024 Salary Order (unanimous)
• Approved award of Bid No. 2024.08 for Little Chocolate Bayou County Park Playground Improvements Phase 2 to Fun Abounds, Inc. (unanimous)
• Accepted donations totaling $1,475.28 for school supply give-away (unanimous)
• Approved monthly reports from county offices (unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved an order to participate in the Texas Enterprise Zone Program and nominate Union Carbide Corporation for Enterprise Project status. The court also approved several other items, including an interlocal agreement for E911 insurance coverage, a $240,000 increase in GLO contract funds, and a contract award for playground improvements. One item on offering ancillary products was withdrawn and tabled.

• Approved order to participate in Texas Enterprise Zone Program and nominate Union Carbide Corporation (unanimous)
• Approved interlocal agreement between Calhoun County E911 and Calhoun County for insurance coverage (unanimous)
• Acknowledged $240,000 increase in GLO Contract No. 20-065-064-C182 Amendment No. 5 (unanimous)
• Approved contract award to Fun Abounds, Inc. for playground improvements at Little Chocolate Bayou County Park, not to exceed $733,795.95 (unanimous)
• Approved allowing precinct commissioners to apply for line of credit through Crossroads Tire Service (unanimous)
• Approved payments to Infiniti Communications totaling $68,872.00 for detention center and dispatch cable work (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 4 CAD workstations and 1 File Server from Dell Technologies for $10,056.55 (unanimous)
• Approved changing Chief Deputy from salary exempt to hourly non-exempt (unanimous)

Public Hearing

The Commissioners’ Court will hold a public hearing and vote on participating in the Texas Enterprise Zone Program to nominate Union Carbide Corporation. The body will also consider several infrastructure contracts and equipment purchases.

• Public hearing and action on nominating Union Carbide Corporation (7501 North State Highway 185) for the Texas Enterprise Zone Program
• Contract award to Fun Abounds, Inc. not to exceed $733,795.95 for Little Chocolate Bayou County Park Playground Improvements Phase 2
• Acknowledgment of $240,000 increase in funds for GLO Contract No. 20-065-064-C182 Amendment No. 5
• Payments to Infiniti Communications totaling $68,872.00 for adult detention center and Combined Dispatch Cable work
• Purchase of 4 CAD workstations and 1 Fire Server from Dell Technologies for $10,056.55

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will consider several items, including financing for new dump trucks, budget adjustments, and public event plans. They will vote on a $242,613.80 loan to purchase two 2025 Ford F750 dump trucks through Welch State Bank. The court will also discuss rescheduling the Port O’Connor annual fireworks to August 31, designating Park Avenue as one‑way during the event, and permitting Stir Soda Shoppe to sell alcohol at the fireworks. Additional items include an $11,530 amendment to the District Attorney’s forfeiture fund and approval of specifications for Memorial Medical Center HVAC and roof improvements.

• Approve $242,613.80 financing for two 2025 Ford F750 dump trucks via Welch State Bank
• Reschedule Port O’Connor fireworks to Aug 31, 2024 and use King Fisher Beach/Park as vendor area
• Designate Park Avenue as one‑way during fireworks and set grass area north of pier for golf‑cart parking
• Authorize Stir Soda Shoppe to sell alcohol at the fireworks display and permit County Judge to sign TABC approval letter
• Amend District Attorney’s 2024 Forfeiture Fund budget by $11,530.00

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court approved all agenda items unanimously, including financing two 2025 Ford F750 dump trucks for $242,613.80, amending the District Attorney's forfeiture fund budget by $11,530, and approving specifications for Memorial Medical Center HVAC and roof improvements. The court also approved the Port O'Connor Chamber of Commerce fireworks display rescheduled to August 31, 2024, with related traffic and alcohol permits.

• Approved financing for 2x 2025 Ford F750 dump trucks at $242,613.80 (unanimous)
• Amended District Attorney's 2024 Forfeiture Fund budget by $11,530 (unanimous)
• Approved specifications and contract documents for MMC HVAC & Roof Improvements bid (unanimous)
• Authorized G & W Engineers to release addenda for MMC HVAC & Roof bid (unanimous)
• Approved Port O'Connor fireworks display rescheduled to Aug 31, 2024 (unanimous)
• Designated Park Avenue as one-way during fireworks display (unanimous)
• Allowed Stir Soda Shoppe to sell alcohol at fireworks display (unanimous)
• Accepted 2024 Election Judges appointments (unanimous)

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The Commissioners Court will discuss the purchase of a lot in Port Lavaca and the issuance of Certificates of Obligation for hospital improvements. The body will also address aviation grants and election notices.

• Purchase of Lot 9 Block 27 of Port Lavaca Original Townsite (312 S Ann St) for $24,400
• Texas Department of Transportation Aviation Grant of $150,000 for the AWOS System
• Resolution to issue Certificates of Obligation for County-Owned Hospital improvements
• Insurance proceeds of $1,482.32 for EMS Vehicle damages and $3,857.40 for Jail roof leak
• Order of Election and notice for the November 5, 2024 General Election

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court unanimously approved all agenda items, including a $150,000 Texas Department of Transportation Aviation Grant for the AWOS system, a change order for the Combined Dispatch Facility, and the purchase of Lot 9 Block 27 at 312 S Ann St for $25,400 (corrected from $24,400). They also authorized a resolution for Certificates of Obligation for hospital improvements and the November 5, 2024 General Election order.

• Approved $150,000 TxDOT Aviation Grant for AWOS system (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 11 for Combined Dispatch Facility (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Lot 9 Block 27, 312 S Ann St for $25,400 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for Certificates of Obligation for hospital improvements (unanimous)
• Approved order for November 5, 2024 General Election (unanimous)
• Approved insurance proceeds: $1,482.32 for EMS vehicle and $3,857.40 for jail roof leak (unanimous)
• Approved budget adjustments and bills/payroll (unanimous)
• Accepted County Clerk June 2024 monthly report (unanimous)

Special Meeting

The Calhoun County Commissioners' Court will hold a special workshop on July 29, July 31, August 6, and August 8, 2024. The meetings will be held in the Commissioners' Courtroom at the County Courthouse, 211 S. Ann Street, Port Lavaca. The agenda lists discussions and any action items regarding the 2025 Calhoun County budget. No other specific items are listed.

• Discussion and possible action on the 2025 Calhoun County budget

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will meet to decide on several infrastructure contracts and subdivision plats. The body will also consider changes to employee insurance providers and budget adjustments.

• Contract with Keith Staff dba. Staff Concrete Construction for Magnolia Beach — Ocean Drive Bulkhead Cap Replacement (Bid Number 2024.07)
• Approval of Final Plat of Bayshore Ranchettes and Final Plat of the Amended Plat of Oaks at Swan Point Subdivision
• Switching employee elected insurance from Principal, Reliance, and Trustmark to UNUM effective October 1, 2024
• Agreement #3068497 with Dewitt Poth & Sons for Elections Office copy machine lease
• Acceptance of $75.00 anonymous donation to the Sheriff's Office Motivation account

The Commissioners' Court approved several routine items, including final plats for Bayshore Ranchettes and the amended In the Oaks at Swan Point subdivision, an anonymous $75 donation to the Sheriff's Office, and a copy machine lease for the Elections Office. The most consequential action was approving a switch of employee-elected voluntary insurance (disability, life, accident, critical illness) from Principal, Reliance and Trustmark to UNUM, effective October 1, 2024, while keeping existing whole life policies with cash value in place. The court also authorized the County Judge to sign a letter to the Texas Historical Commission regarding the Green Lake Enhancement Project, and approved monthly reports, budget adjustments, and bills and payroll. All votes were unanimous; the July 3 minutes were not yet ready for approval.

• Approved July 10, 2024 meeting minutes; July 3, 2024 minutes not yet ready (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat of Bayshore Ranchettes (unanimous)
• Accepted anonymous $75 donation to Sheriff's Office Motivation account (unanimous)
• Authorized Judge Meyer to sign letter to Texas Historical Commission for Green Lake Enhancement Project brush clearing (unanimous)
• Approved switching employee elected insurance to UNUM effective Oct. 1, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat of Amended Plat of In the Oaks at Swan Point Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved Agreement #3068497 with Dewitt Poth & Sons for Elections Office copy machine lease (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Keith Staff dba Staff Concrete Construction for Magnolia Beach Ocean Drive Bulkhead Cap Replacement (unanimous)

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The Commissioners Court will consider a contract for the Seadrift Drainage Improvements Project and an asbestos abatement proposal for the Courthouse Parking lot Project. The court will also address West Side Navigation District re-appointments and various monthly county reports.

• Contract with Lester Contracting, Inc. for Seadrift Drainage Improvements Project
• $10,660.00 asbestos abatement proposal from KMAC Construction Services, Inc.
• Re-appointment of Teddy Hawes and Louis (Buzzy) Dillon to the West Side Navigation District
• Removal of stolen radio and device from Sheriff’s Office inventory
• $250.00 anonymous donation to the Sheriff's Office Motivation account

The Commissioners Court approved a contract for drainage improvements in Seadrift and an asbestos abatement proposal for the courthouse parking lot. The court also re-appointed two members to the West Side Calhoun County Navigation District and accepted a $250 donation for the Sheriff's Office.

• Approved $6,096,538.50 contract with Lester Contracting, Inc. for Seadrift Drainage Improvements Project (Unanimous)
• Approved $10,660.00 asbestos abatement proposal with KMAC Construction Services, Inc. for Courthouse Parking lot Project (Unanimous)
• Approved re-appointments of Teddy Hawes and Louis (Buzzy) Dillon to West Side Calhoun County Navigation District (Unanimous)
• Approved $250.00 anonymous donation to Sheriff's Office Motivation account (Unanimous)
• Approved removal of stolen radio and taser gun from Sheriff's Office inventory (Unanimous)
• Approved May and June donation, surplus/salvage, and waste lists for Calhoun County Library (Unanimous)
• Approved monthly reports from various county offices (Unanimous)
• Approved MMC and County bills and payroll (Unanimous)

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The Commissioners Court will consider renewing a state health contract to continue issuing remote birth certificates. The court will also review an airport hangar lease and several county audit reports.

• Renewal of DSHS contract for remote birth certificates
• Ground lease with SS Holdings, LLC for a Calhoun County Airport hangar
• $7,200.00 agreement with Amtech Solutions, Inc. for roof testing
• Transfer of K9 Lima from the Sheriff's Office to Waller County
• $9,033.99 in equipment for ALERT training

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved a ground lease with SS Holdings, LLC for an airport hangar and accepted a Golden Crescent Regional Advisory Council EMS Mutual Aid Agreement. They also authorized a $7,200 roof resistance test for the Annex Building and approved the sale of K9 Lima to the Waller County Sheriff's Office. Additionally, the court accepted numerous audit reports and approved budget adjustments and bill payments.

• Approved ground lease with SS Holdings, LLC for airport hangar (Unanimous)
• Approved Golden Crescent Regional Advisory Council EMS Mutual Aid Agreement (Unanimous)
• Approved $7,200 agreement with Amtech Solutions for Annex Building roof test (Unanimous)
• Approved removal of K9 Lima from Sheriff's Office inventory for sale to Waller County (Unanimous)
• Authorized County Clerk to sign DSHS contract renewal for remote birth certificates (Unanimous)
• Accepted drainage easement from William Pontillo (Unanimous)
• Approved Sheriff Vickery to receive $9,033.99 from Prodigy bonus for ALERT training equipment (Unanimous)
• Accepted 20 audit reports from various county offices (Unanimous)

Special Meeting

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court has announced special workshops to be held between July 8 and July 23, 2024. These meetings will involve discussions and/or action items regarding the 2025 Calhoun County budget.

• Discussions and/or any action items regarding the 2025 Calhoun County budget

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will meet to consider several infrastructure and financial matters. This includes approving erosion project agreements and a subdivision plat. The court will also address vehicle auctions and insurance proceeds.

• $2.5 million draw from a $4 million line of credit to Memorial Medical $Medical Center
• MOUs with Calhoun Port Authority for Indian Point and Highway 316 erosion projects
• Auctioning three vehicles, including two Yamaha 4-wheelers, from the Sheriff's inventory
• Approval of the Leita Subdivision final plat in Port O'Connor Townsite
• $1,000 insurance check for EMS vehicle damage

The Commissioners Court approved a $2.5 million draw from a previously authorized line of credit for Memorial Medical Center. The court also approved several vehicle auctions, a subdivision plat, and various administrative expenditures.

• Approved $2.5M draw from $4M line of credit for Memorial Medical Center (Unanimous)
• Approved auction of five vehicles, including three from Sheriff's Office inventory (Unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat of the Leita Subdivision (Unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 limit County credit card for Patrick Schubert (Unanimous)
• Approved HEBP 2024-2025 insurance rates effective October 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved transfer of Access and Utility Easement from Black Mountain Energy to AEP TEXAS INC. (Unanimous)
• Approved Addendum No. 1 for Little Chocolate Bayou County Park Playground Improvement Phase 2 (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 insurance proceeds check from VFIS for EMS vehicle damages (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners' Court will consider a lease agreement for 0.761 acres in Port O’Connor and change orders for the Combined Dispatch Facility Project. The court will also review insurance proceeds from a theft and approve various monthly reports.

• Lease agreement with Stofer Limited Partnership-McNeel Trusts for 0.761 acres at King Fisher Beach
• Insurance proceeds of $4,725.41 regarding stolen contents from a Sheriff Office Vehicle
• Change Orders No. 9 and No. 10 for the Calhoun County Combined Dispatch Facility Project
• Approval of Preliminary Plat and Drainage Plan of The Docs at POC
• Letter of support for the Keller Peninsula Breach Protection Project

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved a lease agreement for 0.761 acres at King Fisher Beach in Port O'Connor to extend public beach access. They also approved the preliminary plat and drainage plan for a new development called 'The Docs at POC' and authorized two change orders for the Combined Dispatch Facility project. Additionally, the court accepted insurance proceeds for stolen sheriff's office items and issued a letter of support for a coastal protection project.

• Approved lease for 0.761 acres at King Fisher Beach (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat and Drainage Plan for 'The Docs at POC' (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 9 for Combined Dispatch Facility (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 10 for Combined Dispatch Facility (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of $4,725.41 insurance check for stolen sheriff items (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Keller Peninsula Breach Protection Project (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of $75.00 anonymous donation to Sheriff's Office (unanimous)
• Approved budget adjustments and bills/payroll (unanimous)

Workshop

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will hold a special workshop to discuss legal advice regarding Green Lake funding options. The court will consider and take necessary action on this matter if needed.

• Discussion of legal advice requested for Green Lake funding options

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will review and vote on several land development plats that affect local property boundaries and construction permits. Officials will also decide whether to allow FEMA to use the county library as a disaster recovery center following the May 13 weather event, which impacts local emergency services access. Additionally, the court will consider grant awards for parks and libraries, authorize road closures for community events, and award bids for drainage and bulkhead repairs along the coast.

• Public hearing and vote on vacating specific lots in the Port O’Connor Townsite and Knipling Farm Subdivision
• Approve preliminary plats for Luna Subdivision, Bayshore Ranchettes, Simple Stay LLC, and Jery Edgett Commercial RV Development
• Award bids for Seadrift Drainage Improvements (Bid No. 2024.05) and Magnolia Beach Ocean Drive Bulkhead Cap Replacement (Bid No. 2024.07)
• Accept a $35,000 engineering services agreement with Urban Engineering for the Bill Sanders Memorial Park Pavilion
• Authorize FEMA to use the Calhoun County Library as a Disaster Recovery Center for the May 13 weather event

The Commissioners Court approved several construction contracts, including drainage improvements in Seadrift and a bulkhead replacement in Magnolia Beach. The court also authorized a $25,000 library grant and approved various land platting and vacation requests.

• Awarded Seadrift Drainage Improvements Project bid to Lester Contracting (Unanimous)
• Awarded Magnolia Beach Ocean Drive Bulkhead Cap Replacement to Staff Concrete Construction (Unanimous)
• Approved $35,000 Urban Engineering contract for Bill Sanders Memorial Park Pavilion (Unanimous)
• Authorized $25,000 Lewis R & Juaniece Madden Foundation Grant for children's librarian (Unanimous)
• Authorized $7,262 in GOMESA funds for Boggy Bayou Nature Park Phase II (Unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat of Bayshore Ranchettes (Unanimous)
• Approved petition to vacate Lots 1-3 and 10-12 in Block A of Port O'Connor Townsite (Unanimous)
• Approved use of County Library as a FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (Unanimous)

Public Hearing

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will hold a public hearing on June 5, 2024. The hearing concerns a petition regarding Lots 6-9 of the Knipling Farm Subdivision.

• Public hearing for a petition to Lots 6-9 of the Knipling Farm Subdivision

Public Hearing

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will hold a public hearing on June 5, 2024. The hearing concerns a petition to vacate Lots 1-3 and 10-12 in Block A of the Port O’Connor Townsite.

• Petition to vacate Lots 1-3 and 10-12 in Block A of the Port O’Connor Townsite

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will meet to discuss budget adjustments, payroll, and various service agreements. The body is considering a grant application to purchase property north of King Fisher Beach Park and the closure of specific streets in Port O’Connor for July dates.

• Grant application for Texas GLO CMP Cycle #30 to expand King Fisher Beach Park
• Approval of Final Plat of Indianola Club Grounds
• Street closures on Water Street and 14th Street in Port O’Connor for July 26-27, 2024
• Acceptance of $5,432.58 from Golden Crescent RAC for an AEMT course
• Service agreement between Calhoun County Library and Xerox

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court approved the final plat of Indianola Club Grounds, accepted a $5,432.58 scholarship check for Matthew Hooten's paramedic course, and authorized Commissioner Reese to apply for a Texas GLO grant to expand King Fisher Beach Park. The court also approved a Xerox service agreement for the library, a Men's Health Month proclamation, temporary street closures in Port O'Connor, a navigation district reappointment, budget adjustments, and payment of bills and payroll. All votes were unanimous; Commissioner Vern Lyssy was absent for most items but recorded as present for the final payroll and bills votes.

• Approved final plat of Indianola Club Grounds (unanimous)
• Accepted $5,432.58 Golden Crescent RAC scholarship check for Matthew Hooten's paramedic course (unanimous)
• Authorized Commissioner Reese to apply for Texas GLO CMP Cycle #30 grant to expand King Fisher Beach Park, with GOMESA matching funds (unanimous)
• Authorized library director Dina Sanchez to sign Xerox service agreement (passed)
• Approved proclamation of June as Men's Health Month (unanimous)
• Approved temporary street closures in Port O'Connor for July 26-27, 2024 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Jack Campbell, Jr. to West Side Calhoun County Navigation District (unanimous)
• Approved budget adjustments and payment of bills and payroll (unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will meet to decide on infrastructure changes, land donations, and subdivision approvals. The body will also consider hiring a Communications Director for the Combined Dispatch Center and approve various financial donations.

• Change Order 1 for the Replacement of North and South Bridges on Brighton Road
• Preliminary Plat approval for Leita Subdivision and Luna Subdivision
• Authorization for 5D Steakhouse to sell alcohol at the Port O’Connor Chamber of Commerce Fireworks Display on July 6, 2024
• Acceptance of real property donation from Duane E. Miller in Bayside Beach Unit 2
• Insurance proceeds check of $3,805.00 for EMS Vehicle damages

The Commissioners Court ratified a local disaster declaration following a recent storm. The court also approved a revised interlocal agreement with the Texas Department of Public Safety and authorized the Port O'Connor Library expansion to break ground upon receipt of contract.

• Ratified Judge's declaration of Local Disaster (Unanimous)
• Approved revised Interlocal agreement with Texas DPS for Failure to Appear Program (Unanimous)
• Approved Port O'Connor Library expansion to break ground upon receipt of contract (Unanimous)
• Authorized 5D Steakhouse to sell alcohol at July 6 Fireworks Display (Unanimous)
• Approved Change Order 1 for Brighton Road bridge replacements (Unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of the Leita Subdivision (Unanimous)
• Authorized hiring of Communications Director for Combined Dispatch Center (Unanimous)
• Approved $3,805 insurance check for EMS vehicle damages (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

Calhoun County Commissioners' Court met in executive session on May 20, 2024, to discuss Memorial Medical Center temporarily pausing its current 18-month loan repayment schedule. After reconvening in open session, commissioners voted unanimously to pause the payments and revisit the matter next year. The vote was recorded as approved with all five members present voting aye. The meeting adjourned at 10:46 a.m.

• Approved pausing Memorial Medical Center's loan repayment schedule and revisiting next year (5-0)

Special Meeting

The Commissioners’ Court will hear recommendations from the Combined Dispatch Advisory Board regarding the Communications Director position for the Combined Dispatch Center. The court may take necessary action following these recommendations.

• Hear recommendations for the Calhoun County Communications Director position

Workshop

The Commissioners' Court accepted the Combined Dispatch Advisory Board's recommendation to hire Patrick Schubert as the Communications Director for the Combined Dispatch Center. The board narrowed five applications to three interviews before selecting Schubert. The appointment was approved by a unanimous vote.

• Approved hiring Patrick Schubert as Communications Director (Unanimous)

Executive Session

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will meet in executive session to discuss Memorial Medical Center temporarily pausing its 18-month loan repayment schedule. The body may take action on this matter after reconvening in open session.

• Discussion of Memorial Medical Center pausing a current 18-month loan repayment schedule

Public Hearing

The Calhoun County Commissioners' Court will hold a public hearing to consider a petition to vacate Club Grounds, Bayside Beach. This area is recorded in Volume Z, Page 28 of the Plat Records of Calhoun County.

• Petition to Vacate Club Grounds, Bayside Beach (Volume Z, Page 28)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will discuss infrastructure improvements for Little Chocolate Bayou County Park and a petition to vacate Club Grounds at Bayside Beach. The body will also consider insurance payouts for county vehicles and funding for a dispatch building battery backup.

• Bid No. 2024.08 for Little Chocolate Bayou County Park Playground Improvements Phase 2
• Public hearing and action to vacate Club Grounds, Bayside Beach (Volume Z, Page 28)
• $25,784.64 for UPS Battery Backup for the Combined Dispatch Building
• $20,252.48 insurance check from VFIS for an EMS Vehicle
• $2,500.00 insurance check from TAC for a Sheriff Office Vehicle

The Commissioners Court approved infrastructure bids for Little Chocolate Bayou County Park and voted to vacate Club Grounds at Bayside Beach. The court also authorized budget increases for grant administration and engineering contracts.

• Approved vacating Club Grounds, Bayside Beach (unanimous)
• Approved bid specifications for Little Chocolate Bayou County Park Playground Improvements Phase 2 (unanimous)
• Approved $25,784.64 for Combined Dispatch Building UPS Battery Backup (unanimous)
• Approved contract extension and budget increase for KSBR LLC (unanimous)
• Approved contract extension and budget increase for G&W Engineering, Inc. (unanimous)
• Accepted $20,252.48 insurance check for EMS vehicle damages (unanimous)
• Accepted $2,500.00 insurance check for Sheriff Office vehicle damages (unanimous)
• Approved monthly reports, bills, and payroll (unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will review several service agreements and project approvals. Items include a recycling agreement, engineering services for the County Annex, and a temporary beach closure for a sailing club.

• $24,250 Golden Crescent Regional Planning Commission Solid Waste Interlocal Agreement
• Preliminary Plat of Indianola Club Grounds
• $22,000.00 agreement with G & W Engineers, Inc. for County Annex Building Roof Improvements
• Three-day closure of Magnolia Beach near Cabana 1 (June 14-16)
• Monthly reports from Floodplain Administration and Justice of Peace PCT 5

The Commissioners Court approved an updated hazard mitigation plan for submission to state and federal agencies. The court also approved several EMS agreements, a professional services contract for roof improvements, and a temporary road closure for a sailing club.

• Approved updated Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (Unanimous)
• Approved CQI Program Management Agreement between Calhoun County EMS and Girarad & Associates (Unanimous)
• Approved HIPAA Business Associate Addendum between Calhoun County EMS and ESO Solutions, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved amendment to April 17, 2024 minutes regarding In the Oaks at Swan Point road acceptance (Unanimous)
• Approved $24,250 Golden Crescent Regional Planning Commission recycling trailer agreement (Unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of Indianola Club Grounds (Unanimous)
• Approved $22,000 contract with G & W Engineers, Inc. for County Annex Building roof improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved closing portion of Magnolia Beach near Cabana 1 June 14-16 for Texas 200 sailing club (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners' Court met on June 5, 2024, and approved several items, including a $35,000 professional services agreement with Urban Engineering for the Bill Sanders Memorial Park Pavilion. The court also approved a $25,000 grant from the Lewis R & Juaniece Madden Foundation for the children's library, authorized a $7,262 GOMESA-funded expenditure for Boggy Bayou Nature Park, and awarded bids for drainage and bulkhead projects. Additionally, the court approved a petition to vacate lots in Port O'Connor and authorized FEMA to use the county library as a Disaster Recovery Center. All votes recorded were unanimous.

• Approved May 22 and May 29, 2024 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 20, 2024 special workshop and executive session minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized $7,262 in GOMESA funds for Boggy Bayou Nature Park Phase II (unanimous)
• Approved Infrastructure Development Plat for Simple Stay, LLC (unanimous)
• Authorized acceptance of $25,000 Lewis R & Juaniece Madden Foundation grant for children's library (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat of Luna Subdivision (unanimous)
• Issued county credit card with $5,000 monthly limit to Tyrone Harris (unanimous)
• Authorized library director to sign Xerox service agreement (unanimous)

Public Hearing

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will hold a public hearing on May 1, 2024. The hearing concerns a request to vacate Tract 1116, Tract 1117, Tract 1030, and Tract 1031 of the American Townsite Subdivision.

• Public hearing to vacate Tract 1116, Tract 1117, Tract 1030, and Tract 1031 of the American Townsite Subdivision

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will discuss several infrastructure projects, including drainage improvements and a waste transfer station. The body will also consider approving subdivision plats and a land purchase in Port Lavaca.

• Purchase of 0.495 acres of land (A0017 Valentin Garcia, Tract Pt 18) in Port Lavaca for $300 plus closing costs
• Public hearing and action on petition to vacate tracts 1116, 1117, 1030, and 1031 of the American Townsite Subdivision
• Approval of Final Plat for Megan Wright Subdivision and Preliminary/Final Plats for Seco La Baya Subdivision
• Letter of support for Calhoun Port Authority's USDOT Maritime Administration grant application
• Change orders for Lane Road Drainage Improvements and Addendum No. 1 for Seadrift Drainage Improvements Project

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court unanimously approved the purchase of 0.495 acres in Port Lavaca for $300 plus closing costs. The court also approved the Final Plat of Megan Wright Subdivision and the Preliminary and Final Plats of Seco La Baya Subdivision, which involved vacating four tracts in the American Townsite Subdivision. Additionally, the court authorized change orders for Lane Road drainage improvements and an addendum for the Seadrift Drainage Improvements Project.

• Approved purchase of 0.495 acres from Thomas Toney for $300 plus closing costs (Unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat of Megan Wright Subdivision (Unanimous)
• Approved Petition to Vacate Tracts 1116, 1117, 1030, and 1031 of American Townsite Subdivision (Unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary and Final Plats of Seco La Baya Subdivision (Unanimous)
• Approved Addendum No. 1 for Seadrift Drainage Improvements Project (Unanimous)
• Approved Change Orders No. 1 and 2 for Lane Road Drainage Improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved agreement for Recycle Waste Transfer Station Project (Unanimous)
• Authorized letter of support for Calhoun Port Authority grant application (Unanimous)

Public Hearing

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will hold a public hearing to consider requests to vacate and abandon five tracts of unconstructed public roads. These tracts are located within Bayside Beach Unit 1 and Unit 2.

• Tract 1 (Miller Streets): 0.199 acre part of Alamo Street and Thomas Avenue
• Tract 2 (Sciacca Streets): 0.089 acre part of Alamo Street and Thomas Avenue
• Tract 3 (Cordell Streets): 0.142 acre part of Alamo Street, Maxwell Street and Thomas Avenue
• Tract 4 (Anderson Streets): 0.203 acre portion of Alamo Street and Maxwell Street
• Tract 5 (Hunt Tract): 0.057 acre portion of Alamo Street

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing and vote on vacating five tracts of unconstructed public roads. The body will also consider property exchanges with private owners and approve several interlocal agreements and professional service contracts.

• Public hearing to vacate and abandon five tracts of unconstructed road totaling 0.689 acres in Bayside Beach Unit 1 and 2
• Proposed property exchanges between the County and Cordell Family, LP, Cecil E. Anderson, and Johnny R. and Charlyn S. Sciacca
• Agreement for Professional Services with G & W Engineers, Inc. for $19,000.00 for Courthouse and Museum parking improvements
• Interlocal Agreements for City of Port Lavaca Fire Protection ($247,319.87) and Animal Control ($65,000.00)
• Interlocal Agreement for Calhoun County Senior Citizens for $35,000.00

The Commissioners Court approved the vacation and abandonment of five unconstructed public road tracts in Bayside Beach Unit 2. The court also authorized property exchanges between the county and three private parties and approved several interlocal agreements.

• Approved vacation and abandonment of five unconstructed public road tracts (Unanimous)
• Approved property exchanges with Cordell Family LP, Cecil E. Anderson, and Johnny R. and Charlyn S. Sciacca (Unanimous)
• Approved $19,000 contract with G & W Engineers, Inc. for courthouse and museum parking improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved FY 2024 Interlocal Agreements for Senior Citizens ($35,000), Port Lavaca Fire Protection ($247,319.87), and Port Lavaca Animal Control ($65,000) (Unanimous)
• Approved April 17, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved March 2024 County Tax Assessor monthly report (Unanimous)
• Approved budget adjustments (Unanimous)
• Approved MMC, Indigent Healthcare, and County bills and payroll (Unanimous)

Public Hearing

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will hold a public hearing to consider requests to vacate and abandon five tracts of unconstructed public road. These tracts are located within Bayside Beach Unit 1 and Unit 2.

• Tract 1 (Miller Streets): 0.199 acre part of Alamo Street and Thomas Avenue
• Tract 2 (Sciacca Streets): 0.089 acre part of Alamo Street and Thomas Avenue
• Tract 3 (Cordell Streets): 0.142 acre part of Alamo Street, Maxwell Street and Thomas Avenue
• Tract 4 (Anderson Streets): 0.203 acre portion of Alamo Street and Maxwell Street
• Tract 5 (Hunt Tract): 0.057 acre portion of Alamo Street

Public Hearing

The Commissioners’ Court will hold a public hearing regarding the first draft of the Calhoun County Hazard Mitigation Plan. The meeting is scheduled for April 17, 2024, at the County Courthouse in Port Lavaca.

• Public hearing on the first draft of the Calhoun County Hazard Mitigation Plan

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing regarding the vacation and abandonment of five tracts of unconstructed public road. The body will also consider property exchanges with three parties in Bayside Beach Unit No. 2 and approve several subdivision final plats.

• Estimated $63,845 fee for Armstrong, Vaughan and Associates, PC to audit 2023 financial statements
• Public hearing to vacate and abandon five tracts of unconstructed public road in Bayside Beach Unit 1 and 2
• Property exchanges between the County and Cordell Family, LP, Cecil E. Anderson, and Johnny R. and Charlyn S. Sciacca
• Approval of Final Plats for Eller’s Landing, The Landing at Swan Point, and In the Oaks at Swan Point
• Acceptance of $1,506.62 insurance check from TAC for a Sheriff Office Vehicle

The Commissioners Court approved four final plats for residential developments and a contract with KSBR, LLC for grant administration. The court also accepted insurance proceeds for a sheriff's vehicle and approved budget adjustments, bills, and payroll.

• Approved contract with KSBR, LLC for GLO Grant Administration Services (Unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat of Eller’s Landing (Unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat of The Landing at Swan Point (Unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat of In the Oaks at Swan Point (Unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat of [unnamed plat] (Unanimous)
• Accepted $1,506.62 insurance check from TAC for Sheriff Office Vehicle damages (Unanimous)
• Approved budget adjustments (Unanimous)
• Approved MMC and County bills and payroll (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will conduct public hearings to amend the 2023 and 2024 county budgets. The body is also considering several infrastructure projects, plat approvals, and service contracts.

• Public hearings and action to amend 2023 and 2024 Calhoun County Budgets
• Proposed $97,540 loan from the general fund to the grants fund for 2023 Operation Stone Garden
• Bid advertisement for Magnolia Beach — Ocean Drive Bulkhead Cap Replacement Project
• Payment of $9,316.45 to Quality Hot Mix, Inc.
• Amendment to Matagorda Bay Mitigation Trust Contract 031 to increase budget by $5,900 to $289,150

Calhoun County Commissioners Court met April 10, 2024 with all four commissioners and Judge Meyer present; County Clerk Anna Goodman was absent. The court approved a long list of routine items, including the specifications and contract documents for Bid 2024.07 Magnolia Beach – Ocean Drive Bulkhead Cap Replacement, Change Order No. 8 for the Combined Dispatch Facility, several subdivision plats and tract vacations, and amendments to the 2023 and 2024 county budgets. It also authorized a $97,540 loan from the general fund to the grants fund for the 2023 Operation Stone Garden eGrant Award # 3192809 and approved a $9,316.45 payment to Quality Hot Mix, Inc. Every recorded vote was unanimous (5-0).

• Approved specifications and contract documents for Bid 2024.07 Magnolia Beach – Ocean Drive Bulkhead Cap Replacement (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 8 for the Calhoun County Combined Dispatch Facility Project (5-0)
• Approved amending the 2023 and 2024 Calhoun County budgets (5-0)
• Authorized $97,540 loan from the general fund to the grants fund for 2023 Operation Stone Garden eGrant Award # 3192809 (5-0)
• Approved $9,316.45 payment to Quality Hot Mix, Inc. for ordering by mistake (5-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat and Drainage Plan of Megan Wright Subdivision (5-0)
• Approved vacating Tracts 452X and 453X of the American Townsite Company Subdivision and the related final plat (5-0)
• Approved final plats of Cady, Chavana and Thigpen subdivisions (5-0)

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will meet to handle administrative approvals and budget adjustments. The body will consider an insurance payout for a damaged vehicle and the appointment of a Chief of Staff for Memorial Medical Center.

• Insurance proceeds check from TAC for $50,494.51 for a Sheriff Office Vehicle damaged 01/03/24
• Appointment of William Crowley, D.O. as Memorial Medical Center Chief of Staff (April 2024 – March 2026)
• Authorization for County Judge and EMS Director to sign DSHS Provider License Declaration Form
• Review of budget adjustments
• Approval of bills and payroll

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved the receipt of $50,494.51 in insurance proceeds for damage to a Sheriff Office vehicle. They also appointed William Crowley, D.O., as Chief of Staff for Memorial Medical Center for a two-year term. The court authorized the Judge and EMS Director to sign a DSHS Provider License Declaration Form and approved budget adjustments and bill payments.

• Approved receipt of $50,494.51 insurance proceeds for Sheriff vehicle damage (Unanimous)
• Appointed William Crowley, D.O., as MMC Chief of Staff for April 2024–March 2026 (Unanimous)
• Authorized Judge and EMS Director to sign DSHS Provider License Declaration Form (Unanimous)
• Approved necessary budget adjustments (Unanimous)
• Approved payment of Memorial Medical Center bills (Unanimous)
• Approved payment of County bills (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 27, 2024 meeting (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will consider several infrastructure and service items including drainage improvements and park development. The agenda also includes requests for street dance closures in Port O'Connor and various administrative approvals.

• Seadrift Drainage Improvements Project bid specifications and advertising
• $5,900 supplemental agreement with Urban Engineering for Green Lake Park Development Phase 1
• Main Street closure in Port O'Connor for street dances on May 25 and July 13, 2024
• Letter of Agreement to retain Higgins, Inc. as architect for First Responder Training Facility
• Renewal of aerobic septic system service contract for Six Mile Volunteer Fire Department

The Commissioners Court authorized advertising for a $6 million Seadrift drainage project and awarded a waste transfer station contract to ConMetal Contractors. The court also approved several professional service agreements and reappointed five members to the Memorial Medical Center Board.

• Approved advertising for $6M Seadrift Drainage Improvements Project (Unanimous)
• Awarded Recycle Waste Transfer Station Project bid to ConMetal Contractors (Unanimous)
• Approved $5,900 agreement with Urban Engineering for Green Lake Park Development (Unanimous)
• Approved hiring Higgins, Inc. as Architect for First Responder Training Facility (Unanimous)
• Reappointed 5 Memorial Medical Center Board Members for 2024-2026 (Unanimous)
• Approved closing portion of Main Street in Port O'Connor for street dances (Unanimous)
• Added IT Certification as a special license paid at $0.58/hr (Unanimous)
• Renewed Six Mile Volunteer Fire Department septic service contract (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will meet to discuss several preliminary subdivision plats and a request to rename a section of Boyd Road. The body is also considering a memorandum of understanding with Lavaca County regarding inmate housing.

• Agreement with Lavaca County to house inmates at Calhoun County Jail for $55.00 per day
• Proposed name change of Boyd Road between Farik Road and Whatley Road to Mae Belle Cassel Road
• Preliminary Plats for American Townsite Subdivision, Cady Subdivision, Chavana Subdivision, and Thigpen Subdivision
• Public hearing and action to vacate part of Tract 20 of the Phillips Investment Company Subdivision
• Approval of Change Order No. 7 for the Calhoun County Combined Dispatch Facility Project

The Commissioners Court approved a memorandum of understanding to house Lavaca County inmates at $55 per day. The court also approved multiple preliminary subdivision plats and a name change for a section of Boyd Road. Other actions included approving consulting services and various donations.

• Approved MOU with Lavaca County to house inmates at $55.00 per day (Unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plats for American Townsite, Cady, Chavana, and Thigpen subdivisions (Unanimous)
• Approved name change of Boyd Road (between Farik and Whatley Roads) to Mae Belle Cassel Road (Unanimous)
• Approved Consulting and GASB 84 Services with StevenLCrain Consulting, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved audit of Sheriff’s FY 2023 Asset Forfeiture Funds (Unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 7 for Combined Dispatch Facility Project (Unanimous)
• Approved closing Miller Point Pavilion public beach for one day on May 11, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Chief Appraiser to calculate 2024 tax rates (Unanimous)

Workshop

The Commissioners' Court will meet for a special workshop to receive information on the creation and operation of a Hospital District. This is a non-action item.

• Educational session on Hospital District creation and operation

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will discuss grant resolutions and a rental agreement for an excavator. The body is also considering a one-day public beach closure for a church service and a preliminary plat replat in Port O'Connor.

• Closing a portion of a public beach on March 31, 2024, for First Baptist Church of Indianola
• Rental agreement with Anderson Machinery for a 2023 Kobelco SK210LC-11 long reach excavator
• Preliminary Plat of the Replat of Lots 6 & 7 of Marlin Adul Villa’s, Port O'Connor Townsite
• Acceptance of $21,637.17 insurance check for Sheriff's Office Vehicle damages
• Resolutions for Operation Stone Garden Grant 2023 and Lone Star Grant 2024 #5183101

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court met on March 13, 2024, and approved all agenda items unanimously. The court approved resolutions for the 2023 Operation Stone Garden Grant and the 2024 Lone Star Grant #5183101, authorizing Judge Meyer to sign. It also approved closing a portion of a public beach for one day on March 31, 2024, for the First Baptist Church of Indianola, and approved a rental agreement for a long reach excavator. Other approvals included a preliminary plat, an insurance check, monthly reports, budget adjustments, and bills and payroll.

• Approved Resolution for Operation Stone Garden Grant for 2023 and allowed Judge Meyer to sign (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution for Lone Star Grant for 2024 #5183101 and allowed Judge Meyer to sign (Unanimous)
• Approved closing a portion of a public beach for one day on March 31, 2024, for First Baptist Church of Indianola (Unanimous)
• Approved rental agreement with Anderson Machinery for a 2023 Kobelco SK210LC-11 long reach excavator and authorized Commissioner Behrens to sign (Unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of the Replat of Lots 6 & 7 of Marlin Adul Villa’s, Port O'Connor Townsite (Unanimous)
• Accepted insurance proceed check from TAC for $21,637.17 for damages to a Sheriff's Office Vehicle (Unanimous)
• Accepted Monthly Reports from various County Offices (Unanimous)
• Approved budget adjustments and bills and payroll (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court met on March 6, 2024, and approved all agenda items unanimously. Key decisions included allocating $35,209.80 from auction proceeds to vehicle maintenance and splitting $1,944.00 between the District Attorney's Office and the Sheriff's Narcotic Forfeiture Account. The court also approved vacating lots in Port O'Connor and Seadrift, and approved a preliminary plat for a subdivision. All votes were unanimous among the five present members; County Clerk Anna Goodman was absent.

• Approved minutes of the February 28, 2024 regular meeting (5-0)
• Approved amending County Personnel Policy to remove section 7.03.03 (5-0)
• Approved allocating $35,209.80 from auction proceeds to vehicle maintenance and $1,944.00 split between District Attorney and Sheriff's Narcotic Forfeiture Account (5-0)
• Accepted $100.00 donation to Calhoun County Historical Commission from Russell Cain (5-0)
• Approved removing a 2019 Chevrolet Van from Sheriff's Office fleet due to accident total loss (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 6 for Combined Dispatch Facility Project (5-0)
• Approved vacating Lots 6 & 7 of Marlin Adul Villa's, Port O'Connor Townsite (5-0)
• Approved vacating lots in Swan Point Landing, Seadrift, and approved Preliminary Plat of Replat of Future Development Reserve and Lot 5 of Block 3 (5-0)

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will meet to discuss a local disaster declaration for the border crisis and various infrastructure and land plat approvals. The body will also consider several contracts for emergency services and public works.

• Ratification of the Judge’s Declaration of Local Disaster for the Border Disaster Crisis
• $6,000 contract with G&W Engineers for a concrete bulkhead cap and sidewalk on Ocean Dr.
• Approval of preliminary plats for Eller’s Landing, The Landing at Swan Point, and In the Oaks at Swan Point
• Annual $2,960 HVAC maintenance agreement with Victoria Air Conditioning for Port O'Connor Community Center
• Allocation of auction proceeds totaling over $100,000 across various precinct and office accounts

The Commissioners Court approved several preliminary and final plats for local developments and authorized funding for a concrete bulkhead replacement on Ocean Drive. The court also ratified a local disaster declaration for the border crisis and approved various auction proceed deposits.

• Ratified Judge's Declaration of Local Disaster for Border Disaster Crisis (pass)
• Approved $6,000 for G&W Engineers for Ocean Dr. bulkhead replacement (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plats for Eller’s Landing, The Landing at Swan Point, and In the Oaks at Swan Point (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Replat of Lots 7 and 8, Block 87 of Port O'Connor Townsite (unanimous)
• Approved $2,960 annual HVAC maintenance agreement for Port O'Connor Community Center (unanimous)
• Approved First Responder Affiliation Agreements for five volunteer fire departments (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 FY 2024 Interlocal Agreement for Calhoun County Crime Stoppers (unanimous)
• Approved $49,486.50, $6,322.50, $7,048.80, and $12,940.20 auction proceed deposits (unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will meet to discuss several administrative approvals and expenditures. Key items include a project change order for the Combined Dispatch Facility and the final plat for Driftwood Shores at Wolf Point.

• Change Order No. 5 for the Calhoun County Combined Dispatch Facility Project
• Final plat approval for Driftwood Shores at Wolf Point
• Payment of GT Distributors invoices totaling $33,778.32 for firearms
• Lease agreement with Xerox Corporation for a C8145H copier for AgriLife Extension Service
• Acceptance of a $75.00 anonymous donation to the Sheriff's Office Motivation Account

The Commissioners Court approved a change order for the Combined Dispatch Facility and the final plat for Driftwood Shores at Wolf Point pending bond changes. The court also authorized payments for new firearms for peace officers and a copier lease for the AgriLife Extension Service.

• Approved Change Order No. 5 for Combined Dispatch Facility Project (Unanimous)
• Approved final plat of Driftwood Shores at Wolf Point pending bond changes (Unanimous)
• Approved Xerox C8145H copier lease for AgriLife Extension Service (Unanimous)
• Approved continued participation in TAC HEBP ARTS Program (Unanimous)
• Accepted $75.00 anonymous donation to Sheriff's Office Motivation Account (Unanimous)
• Authorized payment of $28,810.92 and $4,967.40 to GT Distributors for firearms (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 and 2024 budget adjustments (Unanimous)
• Approved bills and payroll, including Indigent Healthcare (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings regarding tax abatement guidelines for reinvestment zones and a petition to vacate lots in Port O'Connor. The body will also consider a local disaster declaration for the border crisis and various county contracts.

• Public hearing and adoption of Tax Abatement Guidelines and Criteria for March 9, 2024, through March 8, 2026
• Public hearing and action on petition to vacate Lots 7 & 8 in Block 87 of the Port O'Connor Townsite
• Acceptance of a $240,000 Forestry Service Grant for Six Mile Community Volunteer Fire Department
• Contract approval for Prodigy Solutions for inmate telephone, banking, and commissary services
• Approval of Change Order No. 4 for the Calhoun County Combined Dispatch Facility Project

The Commissioners Court approved new guidelines and criteria for granting tax abatements in reinvestment zones from March 2024 through March 2026. The court also ratified a local disaster declaration for the border crisis and approved several facility and service contracts.

• Adopted Tax Abatement Guidelines and Criteria for 2024-2026 (Unanimous)
• Ratified Judge’s Declaration of Local Disaster for Border Disaster Crisis (Unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 4 for Combined Dispatch Facility Project (Unanimous)
• Accepted $240,000 Forestry Service Grant for Six Mile Community VFD (Unanimous)
• Approved amended final plat of Puesta De Sol Subdivision (Unanimous)
• Approved petition to vacate Lots 7 & 8 in Block 87 of Port O'Connor Townsite (Unanimous)
• Approved contract with Prodigy Solutions for inmate telephone and banking services (Unanimous)
• Approved building line variance for Lot 7R of Port O'Connor Townsite (Unanimous)

Special Meeting

The Commissioners’ Court will hold a special workshop to discuss CDBG-MIT updates with KSBR and GLO. The body will consider and take necessary action if needed.

• Discussion and potential action on CDBG-MIT updates with KSBR and GLO

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will discuss the approval of contract documents for the Recycle Waste Transfer Station Project. The body will also consider a resolution supporting K-12 school choice options and an interlocal agreement with the City of Port Lavaca.

• Approval of specifications and contract documents for Bid Number 2024.04 Recycle Waste Transfer Station Project
• Resolution expressing support for K-12 school choice options in Calhoun County
• Acceptance of two donations from Russell Cain for a Therapy Chair for Calhoun County EMS totaling $2,999.00
• Approval of the preliminary Plat of the replat of Lots 7 & 8 Block 87 of the Port O'Connor Townsite
• Authorization for 5D Traveling Tavern to sell alcohol at the POC Champions Cup BBQ Cook-off March 8-9, 2024

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court met on January 31, 2024, and approved several routine items, including donations, an interlocal agreement, and a preliminary plat. The most consequential action was approving specifications and contract documents for Bid Number 2024.04, the Recycle Waste Transfer Station Project, and authorizing advertisement for bids. All votes recorded were unanimous.

• Approved two donations from Russell Cain for a Therapy Chair for Calhoun County EMS totaling $2,999.00 (5-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with City of Port Lavaca for VEDC Regional Partnership and authorized County Judge to sign (5-0)
• Approved specifications and contract documents for Bid Number 2024.04 Recycle Waste Transfer Station Project and authorized advertising for bids (5-0)
• Approved Third Extension of Interlocal Agreement with Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority and authorized Judge Meyer to sign (5-0)
• Approved entering Continuing Education hours for County Clerk Anna Goodman into official record (5-0)
• Approved accepting anonymous donation of $75.00 to Sheriff's Office Motivation account (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat of replat of Lots 7 & 8 Block 87 of Port O'Connor Townsite (5-0)
• Approved authorizing 5D Traveling Tavern to sell alcohol during POC Champions Cup BBQ Cook-off March 8-9, 2024 (5-0)

Workshop

The Commissioners’ Court will hold a special workshop to discuss 911 services. The body will consider and take necessary action if needed following the discussion.

• Discussion and potential action regarding 911

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will meet to discuss various professional service agreements, park usage, and administrative appointments. The body is deciding on contracts for jail services and engineering work for Boggy Bayou Nature Park.

• Award bid for Inmate Telephone Services, Banking Software, and Commissary Service for the Adult Detention Center
• Agreement with Urban Engineering for Orthomosaic Survey ($6,000.00) and Engineering Services ($6,800.00) for Boggy Bayou Nature Park
• Petition to vacate and abandon two tracts of unimproved Club Drive in Bayside Beach Subdivision
• Authorization for Texas Water Safari to use Bill Sanders Memorial Park from June 6–13, 2024
• Proposed speed limit reduction to 20 mph on Swan Point Road from Falcon Point Road to Bill Sanders Memorial Park

The Commissioners Court approved several professional service agreements for Boggy Bayou and Bill Sanders Memorial Park. The court also lowered a speed limit on Swan Point Road and approved the abandonment of two tracts of Club Drive.

• Lowered speed limit to 20 mph on Swan Point Road (Unanimous)
• Approved $6,000 Orthomosaic Survey contract with Urban Engineering (Unanimous)
• Approved $6,800 Engineering Services contract with Urban Engineering (Unanimous)
• Approved abandonment of 0.283-acre and 0.251-acre tracts of Club Drive (Unanimous)
• Authorized Texas Water Safari use of Bill Sanders Memorial Park June 6-13, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner Lyssy as Judge Pro-Tem and Commissioner Hall as Court Representative (Unanimous)
• Approved $7,750 FY 2024 Interlocal Agreement for Soil & Water Conservation District No. 345 (Unanimous)
• Awarded bid for Adult Detention Center inmate telephone, banking, and commissary services (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court ratified a local disaster declaration regarding the border crisis and approved several service contracts, including cemetery mapping and septic maintenance. The court also authorized event permits for the Port O'Connor Chamber of Commerce and approved a preliminary plat for Driftwood Shores.

• Ratified Judge's Declaration of Local Disaster for Border Disaster Crisis (Unanimous)
• Approved $3,900 contract with Sentry Mapping for ground penetrating radar at Calhoun Port Cemetery (Unanimous)
• Approved septic system service contracts with Hurt's Wastewater Management, Ltd. (Unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for Driftwood Shores (Unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 Operation Stone Garden Grant for FY 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved $28,500 Interlocal Agreement for Harbor Children’s Alliance & Victim Center (Unanimous)
• Authorized Port O'Connor Chamber of Commerce to hold Crawfish Festival and Fireworks Display (Unanimous)
• Approved contracts with Axon Enterprise Inc. for dash and body cameras for Constable Louis Warren (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will meet to discuss a local disaster declaration for the Border Disaster Crisis and approve several service contracts. The body is also reviewing event permits for the Port O'Connor Chamber of Commerce and grant applications for solid waste.

• Ratification of the Judge’s Declaration of Local Disaster for the Border Disaster Crisis
• Acceptance of the 2023 Operation Stone Garden Grant for $100,000.00
• Interlocal Agreement for The Harbor Children’s Alliance & Victim Center for $28,500.00
• Approval of the preliminary plat for Driftwood Shores
• Contract with Kathy Smartt of Smartt Grants for a fee of $300

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court declared a local state of disaster to enable the county to apply for the Lone Star Grant. The court also approved several annual supply contracts for road materials and asphalts.

• Declared a Local State of Disaster for the Border Disaster Crisis (Unanimous)
• Approved 2024 asphalts, oils and emulsions contract with Cleveland Asphalt Products, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved 2024 road materials contracts with K-C Lease Service, Marek & Marek Truck Wash, Colorado Materials LTD, Vulcan Construction Materials LLC, and MidTex Materials LLC (Unanimous)
• Authorized 2024 maintenance contract with Hurt’s Wastewater Management for Precinct 3 septic system (Unanimous)
• Reappointed Liz Zarate to the Calhoun County Parks Board for the remaining 2024 term (Unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment of $7,147.52 for the 2024 District Attorney Forfeiture Fund (Unanimous)
• Accepted various Q3 2023 audit reports and cash count reports (Unanimous)
• Approved county bills and payroll (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will meet to discuss budget adjustments, payroll, and the nomination of a candidate to fill an unexpired term for W. H. “Bill” Bauer, Jr. The body will also consider authorizing SB22 funding and start dates for stipends for the Sheriff's Department, Jail, and District Attorney's office.

• Nomination of a candidate to fulfill the unexpired term of W. H. “Bill” Bauer, Jr.
• Approval of SB22 funding and stipend start dates for Sheriff's Department, Jail, and District Attorney's office
• Review of budget adjustments
• Approval of bills and payroll

The Commissioners Court nominated Mike Johnson to fill an unexpired term on the Calhoun County Appraisal District Board of Directors. The court also approved SB22 funding for stipends and passed several budget adjustments and bill payments.

• Nominated Mike Johnson to the Calhoun County Appraisal District Board of Directors
• Approved SB22 funding and authorized stipends for the Sheriff's Department, Jail, and District Attorney's office
• Approved December 20, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved budget adjustments for various departments (Unanimous)
• Approved MMC bills (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 County bills (Unanimous)
• Approved 2024 County bills (Unanimous)