Chambers County public meetings in 2024

Commissioners Court

The Chambers County Commissioners Court will meet to discuss road maintenance, approve construction contracts including an ARPA-funded landfill road project, and authorize the purchase of vehicles and software.

• Approve $415,019.59 Tri-County Construction bid for landfill roadway
• Approve purchase of 2025 Ford Explorer for $73,193.76
• Approve purchase of 2024 Ford F-150 for $49,121.89
• Approve Tyler ERP Pro 2025 Annual Maintenance payment of $124,094.53
• Approve payment of $6,295,054.47 to AH Chambers County Development for Justice Center

The Chambers County Commissioners Court approved a $6,295,054.47 payment to AH Chambers County Development, LLC for the Justice Center, and a $415,019.59 bid from Tri-County Construction for a landfill access road. They also accepted Southwinds Section Three road maintenance excluding the underground storm sewer system, joined the Lone Star Coastal Alliance, and approved numerous consent agenda items including vehicle purchases, software renewals, and interlocal agreements. No action was taken on executive session items.

• Approved $6,295,054.47 payment for Chambers County Justice Center
• Approved $415,019.59 bid to Tri-County Construction for landfill roadway (ARPA funded)
• Accepted Southwinds Section Three road maintenance, excluding storm sewer
• Approved joining Lone Star Coastal Alliance for tourism promotion
• Approved K9 Stark retirement and Detwiler Foundation K9 donation
• Approved $73,193.76 for 2025 Ford Explorer and $49,121.89 for 2024 Ford F-150 (CCSO)
• Approved $124,094.53 Tyler ERP Pro maintenance and $41,566.00 Hart Intercivic license
• Approved 2025 mileage rate of 70 cents per mile

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will discuss 2025 funding agreements for volunteer fire and EMS departments and the adoption of the 2024 Hazard Mitigation Plan Update. The body will also consider several contracts for engineering, technology, and facility maintenance.

• Task Order 7 from JMT for General Engineering Consulting in the amount of $240,000.00
• 2025 Funding Agreements for volunteer fire and EMS departments
• Insurance policy for Mosquito Control plane in the amount of $45,624.00
• Lighting system for three county radio towers from Lumenserve, Inc. for $23,446.00
• Refund of $9,600.00 for exterior waterproofing at Mark Huddleston Building, Winnie TX

The Chambers County Commissioners Court approved the 2024 Hazard Mitigation Plan Update, renamed the Cedar Bayou Annex after Judge Larry Cryer, and approved multiple administrative and consent agenda items. The court also approved hiring W Golf Design for new synthetic greens at the county golf course, with Commissioner Hammond voting against. Several items were pulled or deferred, including a $9,600 refund for exterior waterproofing and 2025 funding agreements for volunteer fire departments and EMS departments pending receipt of Mont Belvieu agreements.

• Approved 2024 Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
• Approved renaming Cedar Bayou Annex after Judge Larry Cryer
• Approved hiring W Golf Design for synthetic greens (Hammond nay)
• Approved Driftwood Designs for Library Tech Building office remodel
• Approved 2025 funding agreements for volunteer fire departments (pending Mont Belvieu)
• Approved 2025 funding agreements for EMS departments (pending Mont Belvieu)
• Approved $18,402.25 CrowdStrike license renewal
• Approved $10,000 donation to Texas District and County Attorney's Foundation

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will discuss several infrastructure projects, including drainage repairs and road reconstruction. The body is also reviewing economic development proposals and various equipment acquisitions for road and bridge maintenance.

• Emergency drainage culvert repair by Tri-County Construction for $121,721.99
• Purchase of Gradall from ASCO for $573,785.88
• Purchase of two Diamond mowers from Shoppa's for $203,610.00
• Change Order No. 6 to Texas Materials Gulf Coast for $191,441.90
• Energy Transfer GC NGL Fractionators LLC Ch. 381 Economic Development Program Proposal

The Court approved several infrastructure contracts, including a $573,785.88 Gradall purchase and emergency drainage repairs. Economic development actions included accepting a proposal from Energy Transfer GC NGL Fractionators LLC and a tax abatement amendment for TX Baytown Grand Pkwy, LLC.

• Approved $573,785.88 Gradall purchase from ASCO
• Approved $121,721.99 emergency drainage culvert repair by Tri-County Construction
• Approved $203,610.00 for two Diamond mowers from Shoppa's
• Accepted Energy Transfer GC NGL Fractionators LLC Frac IX Ch. 381 proposal
• Approved TX Baytown Grand Pkwy, LLC Tax Abatement Agreement amendment
• Approved $191,441.90 Change Order No. 6 to Texas Materials Gulf Coast
• Approved $75,032.00 amendment for Chambers Parkway Road reconstruction
• Tabled agreement with Houston Pipe Line Company LP for pipeline relocation

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will meet to discuss and consider the official results of the November 5, 2024 Joint General Election. The agenda also includes an executive session for personnel, real property, and FMLA matters.

• Canvassing of official results for the November 5, 2024 Joint General Election
• Executive session regarding personnel issues
• Executive session regarding the sale or purchase of real property
• Executive session regarding an FMLA extension request

The Commissioners Court met in a special called session to review and approve the official results of the November 5, 2024, Joint General Election. The meeting concluded after this action was taken.

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

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will discuss several infrastructure projects, including roadway extensions and park improvements. The body is also considering a large payment for the Chambers County Justice Center and various grant applications.

• Payment of $4,877,436.51 for the Chambers County Justice Center
• Purchase of 5 tracts for Gordon Speer Chambers Parkway extension for $665,809.71
• Master Services Agreement with Johnson, Mirmiran, & Thompson, Inc. for $254,690.56
• Funding of $91,927.00 for Courthouse exterior moisture intrusion treatments
• Change of occupancy permit from residential to commercial for 15524 Old Irish Farm Road

The Chambers County Commissioners Court approved a $4,877,436.51 payment for the Chambers County Justice Center, accepted a $5,000 ONEOK Emergency Responder Grant, and approved numerous contracts, purchases, and RFPs for roads, parks, and buildings. All motions passed unanimously except one consent item (turf installation at two sports complexes) which passed with Commissioner Hammond voting nay. No action was taken on the Bradley House Renovations or executive session items.

• Approved $4,877,436.51 payment for Chambers County Justice Center (unanimous)
• Approved $665,809.71 purchase of 5 tracts for Gordon Speer Chambers Parkway extension (unanimous)
• Approved $254,690.56 Master Services Agreement with Johnson, Mirmiran, & Thompson for Needlepoint Road inspection (unanimous)
• Approved $91,927.00 for Courthouse exterior moisture intrusion treatments via Liqua-Tech, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $31,400.00 Change Order No. 10 for Crash Cushion along Kilgore Parkway (unanimous)
• Approved $9,650.00 purchase of decorative stone for Ft. Anahuac Fort Outline (unanimous)
• Approved going out for RFP for turf installation at Jim Silva and Don McLeod Sports Complexes (passed, Hammond nay)
• Approved change of occupancy permit for Justin's Barbershop at 15524 Old Irish Farm Road (unanimous)

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The Commissioners Court will discuss several infrastructure projects, including the Gordon Speer Chambers Parkway expansion and I-10 ramp reversals. The body will also hold a public hearing on amending the county subdivision regulation manual.

• Payment of $4,007,710.40 to AH Chambers County Development, LLC for the Chambers County Justice Center
• Purchase of five tracts for Gordon Speer Chambers Parkway roadway expansion for $600,733.95
• Guaranteed maximum price of $1,468,165.00 for a new Road & Bridge Building
• Reallocation of $400,000 from Bayer Road to the I-10 ramp reversal project
• Change of occupancy from residential to commercial for 15524 Old Irish Farm Road

The Chambers County Commissioners Court approved the purchase of five tracts for the Gordon Speer Chambers Parkway roadway expansion at a cost of $600,733.95. The court also approved an $83,000 engineering contract for FEMA Community Rating System support, funded by ARPA, and authorized a $1,468,165 guaranteed maximum price for a new Road & Bridge Building. The updated Subdivision Criteria Manual was tabled after a public hearing, and several other items were approved, including a $4,007,710.40 payment for the Justice Center.

• Approved $600,733.95 purchase of 5 tracts for Gordon Speer Parkway expansion
• Approved $83,000 Freese and Nichols Task Authorization for FEMA CRS support
• Approved $83,000 ARPA budget for CRS engineering services
• Approved $1,468,165 guaranteed maximum price for new Road & Bridge Building
• Approved $4,007,710.40 payment to AH Chambers County Development for Justice Center
• Tabled updated Chambers County Subdivision Criteria Manual after public hearing
• Approved $81,171.15 for Mark Huddleston Building renovations
• Approved $42,800 Terracon geotechnical services for Bayer Road

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The Commissioners Court will discuss several infrastructure projects, including road awards and facility designs. The body is also considering funding for a senior citizen van and renovations for the Historic Commission.

• Awarding Needlepoint Road North Segments A&B and Chambers Parkway Canal Crossing to Carter Construction, LLC for $4,245,683.85
• Architectural and engineering design for a new West Chambers County Community Center for $360,000.00
• Funding up to $415,000.00 for Bradley House renovations for the Chambers County Historic Commission
• Using up to $100,000 of Health Service Tax Revenue for a new Senior Citizen van
• Renovating the Chambers County Golf Course putting green with Greenscapes Six for $162,230.00

The Chambers County Commissioners Court approved a $4,245,683.85 contract with Carter Construction for Needlepoint Road North Segments A&B and Chambers Parkway Canal Crossing. The court also approved funding for Bradley House renovations, a golf course putting green renovation, and a new senior citizen van, among other items. All motions passed, with one nay vote on the Bradley House funding.

• Approved $4,245,683.85 road construction contract with Carter Construction (passed)
• Approved up to $415,000 for Bradley House renovations (passed, Hammond nay)
• Approved $162,230 golf course putting green renovation with Greenscapes Six (passed)
• Approved up to $100,000 for new senior citizen van (passed)
• Approved FM 1405 as Adrian Combs Memorial Highway with signage funding (passed)
• Approved two subdivision variances for Catholic Charities project (passed)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Liberty County for female inmate housing (passed)
• Approved hiring 2025 budgeted Jailers and School Resource Officers (passed)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will consider adopting the 2025 county budget and a tax rate of $0.44035/100. The agenda includes authorizing the issuance of $4.65 million in Certificates of Obligation for the Chambers County Justice Center and approving various construction and maintenance contracts.

• Adopt 2025 county budget and tax rate ($0.44035/100)
• Authorize $4.65M for Chambers County Justice Center
• Authorize $53,777 for Woodland Acres drainage easements
• Authorize $214,522 to clear Barrow Gully ditch
• Approve $15,000 HOT funding for Marsh Fest

The Commissioners Court adopted the 2025 county budget and set a tax rate of $0.44035 per $100 valuation for the 2024 tax year. The court also approved several contracts and expenditures, including engineering, surveying, and courthouse maintenance projects. Consent agenda items covering reports, payments, and agreements were approved in a block.

• Adopted 2025 county budget
• Adopted tax rate of $0.44035/100 for 2024
• Approved $8,680 for Teague Nall and Perkins land acquisition services (Katie Project)
• Authorized $53,777 for Chambers Surveying and Mapping (Woodland Acres drainage)
• Contracted Tri County Construction for $214,522 to clear Barrow Gully ditch
• Approved $103,000 for Marsh Waterproofing courthouse project
• Approved $671,914.68 and $4,653,756.03 payments for Justice Center
• Approved 2025 HOT funding agreements (Marsh Fest $15,000, Gatorfest $25,000, etc.)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will discuss a proposed tax rate and a mass gathering permit for the Texas Rice Festival. The body is also considering several park equipment purchases and infrastructure project approvals.

• Proposed tax rate of .440035 for adoption on September 24, 2024
• Public hearing and permit approval for Texas Rice Festival (October 2-5, 2024)
• Purchase of $66,811.00 for fans at White's Park arena
• Allocation of $17,485.00 from ARPA funds for Oak Street Bridge project
• Acceptance of $129,744.00 donation from AMDD for Ft. Anahuac Park

The Chambers County Commissioners Court set the proposed tax rate of .440035 and scheduled adoption for September 24, 2024. The court also approved numerous financial, road, engineering, parks, and consent agenda items, including a $17,485 ARPA allocation for the Oak Street Bridge project and a $66,811 purchase of fans for White's Park Arena. All motions passed unanimously; no votes were recorded against any item. Executive session items on personnel, real property, and FMLA were discussed with no action taken.

• Set proposed tax rate of .440035, adoption scheduled for Sept. 24 (passed)
• Approved $17,485 ARPA allocation for TDA Oak Street Bridge project (passed)
• Approved $66,811 purchase of fans for White's Park Arena (passed)
• Approved $24,933 purchase of 24 benches for Pickleball Courts at Little Eagle Park (passed)
• Approved $4,414.59 purchase of football equipment for ECYFL from BSN Sports (passed)
• Accepted $129,744 donation from AMDD for shade structures and pickleball courts at Ft. Anahuac Park (passed)
• Approved Mass Gathering Permit for Texas Rice Festival Oct 2-5, 2024 (passed)
• Approved consent agenda including budget amendments, payroll, and various contracts (passed)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will discuss various infrastructure projects, including land acquisition for the Gordon Speer Parkway and carbon dioxide storage agreements. The body is also considering several park repairs, nuisance abatements, and FY2025 salaries for elected officials.

• Purchase of three 100kW portable standby generators for $345,000.00
• Purchase of 1.297 acre tract for Chambers Gordon Speer Parkway ROW for $200,000
• Agreement with OLCV Land Holdings, LLC for carbon dioxide storage under Winnie Airport and County Landfill
• Rebuild of Oak Island Fishing Pier by Shoreline Contractors LLC for $33,900.00
• Nuisance abatement at 17114 Choctaw St., Baytown and 106 Oyster St., Oak Island

The Chambers County Commissioners Court approved a wide range of items, including the purchase of three 100kW portable standby generators for $345,000, a $200,000 land purchase for the Gordon Speer Parkway right-of-way, and a carbon dioxide storage agreement with OLCV Land Holdings. The court also approved FY2025 elected officials' salaries, several park and building contracts, and numerous consent agenda items. All motions passed unanimously with no recorded opposition.

• Approved purchase of three 100kW portable generators for $345,000
• Approved $200,000 land purchase for Gordon Speer Parkway ROW
• Approved carbon dioxide storage agreement with OLCV Land Holdings
• Approved FY2025 elected officials' salaries
• Approved $33,900 rebuild of Oak Island Fishing Pier
• Approved $9,960 repair of Granny Nelson Park pavilion
• Approved bid for pickleball courts at Fort Anahuac Park
• Approved $48,410 sandblast/repaint of Winnie I-10 DPS carport

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The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings regarding the 2025 budget, the renewal of the Logistics Terminal Reinvestment Zone #1, and a mass gathering permit for Gatorfest 2024. The body will also consider various infrastructure payments, road closures, and subdivision regulations.

• Public hearing for the 2025 budget
• Proposed $50,000 donation to Trinity Valley Exposition
• Payment of $43,201.30 to Texas Materials Gulf Coast for Kilgore Parkway signal arm
• Authorization of road closures for Texas Gatorfest from September 5-15, 2024
• Proposed $9,592.00 for Chambers Surveying & Mapping to survey Daisy Lane right of way

The Chambers County Commissioners Court approved the renewal of the Chambers County Logistics Terminal Reinvestment Zone #1 and a related economic development agreement for Phase 7 (Bldg. 12). They also approved the Mass Gathering Permit for Gatorfest 2024, along with road closures and overflow parking for the event. Several administrative items were passed, including the TAC HEBP renewal, optional DMV fees, and a resolution urging USPS to consult counties. The court also approved numerous consent agenda items, including payments, reports, and budget transfers.

• Approved renewal of Chambers County Logistics Terminal Reinvestment Zone #1
• Approved Chambers County Logistics Terminal, LP Phase 7 (Bldg. 12) Ch. 381 Economic Development Program Agreement
• Approved Mass Gathering Permit for Gatorfest 2024
• Authorized road closures and boat ramp closures for Texas Gatorfest
• Approved TAC HEBP renewal FY2025
• Approved imposition of Optional Fees (Texas DMV) for Calendar Year 2025
• Approved $6,100 payment to Klesco Pipeline Services for tree clearing
• Approved $43,201.30 Change Order No. 9 to Texas Materials for Kilgore Parkway signal arm

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The Commissioners Court will discuss budget settings, land acquisitions for road projects, and several construction contracts. The body is also considering a $350,000 federal grant application for a countywide safety plan.

• Proposed $400,000 supplemental invoice for McCall, Parkhurst & Horton, L.L.P. regarding Justice Center & County Jail financing
• Proposed $202,675 payment to PBK Architects for Anahuac Library design work
• Application for $350,000 from U.S. DOT Safe Streets and Roads for All program
• Proposed land acquisition of 5 acres for parking at Yale Devillier Sports Complex in Winnie
• Proposed $42,858.56 change order for West Annex No. 2 from Formative Structures

The Chambers County Commissioners Court approved a $400,000 supplemental invoice to McCall, Parkhurst & Horton for additional bond counsel work on the Justice Center and County Jail project, citing unforeseen scope items. The court also approved several road and right-of-way acquisitions, including a Resolution of Necessity for Daisy Lane and purchases for the Gordon Speer-Chambers Parkway, and authorized a $350,000 grant application for a county safety plan. A nuisance abatement item at 222 Harmon Rd was tabled, and all other agenda items were passed as presented.

• Approved $400,000 supplemental invoice to McCall, Parkhurst & Horton for Justice Center & Jail bond counsel work
• Adopted Resolution of Necessity for Daisy Lane right-of-way acquisition
• Approved purchase of 1.991-acre tract from Angel Brothers Enterprises for Gordon Speer-Chambers Parkway right-of-way
• Approved $350,000 application to USDOT Safe Streets and Roads for All program for a Comprehensive Safety Plan
• Approved N&T Construction Company, Inc. for Emergency Services Building construction
• Approved $202,675 payment to PBK Architects for Anahuac Library design work
• Approved $42,858.56 Change Order No. 6 for West Annex No. 2 from Formative Structures
• Tabled nuisance abatement at 222 Harmon Rd, Hankamer

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The Chambers County Commissioners Court will discuss and consider the renewal of the Declaration of Disaster for Hurricane Beryl. This declaration was originally issued on July 7, 2024.

• Renewal of Declaration of Disaster for Hurricane Beryl

In a special called meeting on July 12, 2024, the Chambers County Commissioners Court renewed the Declaration of Disaster for Hurricane Beryl, originally issued July 7, 2024. The motion passed after an update from the Emergency Services Coordinator. No other substantive business was recorded; the court adjourned at 12:31 p.m.

• Renewed the Declaration of Disaster for Chambers County-Hurricane Beryl (passed)

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The Commissioners Court will discuss bond counsel invoices for the Justice Center and County Jail project. The meeting also includes discussions on Hotel Occupancy Tax grant caps and law enforcement equipment purchases. Additionally, the court will consider various park maintenance and restroom construction costs.

• $400,000 supplemental invoice for Justice Center & County Jail bond counsel work
• Proposed $25,000 cap on Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) grant recipients
• Purchase of two Dodge trucks and outfitting totaling $142,328.92
• Reallocation of $10,500.00 for a John Deere Gator and Turfco Top Dresser
• Additional restroom construction costs for several county parks

The Court approved $142,328.92 for two Dodge trucks and outfitting for law enforcement. It also authorized several thousand dollars in additional costs for restroom construction at Carver Park, Westside Complex, Mont Belvieu Pickle-Ball, and Whites Park. Other actions included approving 2025 Hotel Occupancy Tax fund applications and a BPP land purchase.

• Approved purchase of (2) Dodge trucks and outfitting for $142,328.92
• Approved $25,000 cap on Hotel Occupancy Tax grant recipients starting January 2025
• Approved 2025 Hotel Occupancy Tax fund applications for six recommended events
• Approved $10,500 purchase of John Deere Gator and Turfco Tow Behind Top Dresser
• Approved additional restroom construction costs for Carver Park ($1,444.08), Westside Complex ($1,554.08), Mont Belvieu Pickle-Ball ($6,393.40), and Whites Park ($5,085.00)
• Approved $40,430.00 for additional paving at new Sheriff's Office Storage Building
• Approved BPP land purchase and waived pipeline removal condition for property adjacent to Mccullum Park
• Accepted K9 donation from Fur Missile K9 Foundation

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The Commissioners Court will discuss professional services for the Baytown Soccer Complex and Kilgore Channel Extensions. The meeting includes reviews of legal payments for the Justice Center Project and updates to county drainage manuals. Officials will also consider park improvements and economic development proposals.

• Professional services agreement for $1,233,359.20 for Baytown Soccer Complex and Kilgore Channel Extensions
• Legal services payment of $400,000.00 for the Justice Center Project
• Change order of $27,294.68 for driveway and outfall repairs
• Use of Hotel Occupancy funds for pickleball courts at Fort Anahuac Park
• Public hearing set for August 13, 2024, regarding drainage manual changes

Chambers County Commissioners Court approved a $1,233,359.20 professional services contract with Teague, Nall & Perkins for the Baytown Soccer Complex and Kilgore Channel Extensions, and denied a $400,000 legal services payment request from McCall, Parkhurst & Horton, L.L.P. for work outside the Justice Center bond transaction, citing lack of invoice detail. The court also approved updates to the Subdivision Criteria and Drainage Manual and set a public hearing for August 13, 2024, on those changes. Several economic development proposals were accepted, including Targa Train 11, LLC and Black Mountain Energy Storage II LLC Ch. 381 programs, and a $220,887.63 budget for a new restroom at Westside Complex was approved. All votes were recorded as passed without a tally; three executive session items took no action.

• Approved $1,233,359.20 contract with Teague, Nall & Perkins for Baytown Soccer Complex and Kilgore Channel Extensions (passed)
• Denied $400,000 legal services payment to McCall, Parkhurst & Horton, L.L.P. for Justice Center Project work outside bond transaction (passed)
• Approved update to Chambers County Subdivision Criteria Manual and Drainage Manual (passed)
• Set public hearing for August 13, 2024 on Subdivision and Drainage Manual changes (passed)
• Approved $11,000 to Teague, Nall & Perkins for Kilgore Parkway Expansions Right of Way services (passed)
• Accepted Targa Train 11, LLC Ch. 381 Economic Development Program Proposal (passed)
• Accepted Black Mountain Energy Storage II LLC Ch. 381 Economic Development Program Proposal (passed)
• Approved $220,887.63 budget for new restroom at Westside Complex with Square CCR (passed)

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The Commissioners Court will discuss several infrastructure and park projects, including playground purchases and road updates near Fisher Road. The agenda also includes reviewing contracts for the 2025 Chambers County Day at the Capitol and medical staffing for the Jail Medical Division.

• $642,098.75 loan to YPS (Youth Project Show) General Fund
• $110,983.30 playground purchase for Beach City Park
• $55,970.00 purchase of fans for Winnie Stowell Arena
• Increasing greenbelt berm height from 4ft to 12ft near FM 2354
• $955,143.00 payment for 2024-25 property insurance coverage

The Chambers County Commissioners' Court voted to use the Bradley House for the Historical Society's museum, extended a disaster declaration for the commercial oyster industry, and approved several equipment purchases including cardiac monitors and park upgrades. The court also approved funding for jail medical consulting, a loan for the Youth Project Show, and various routine consent items.

• Moved forward with using the Bradley House for the Chambers County Historical Society museum
• Extended disaster declaration for the Commercial Oyster Industry
• Approved solicitation of proposals for disaster services
• Approved purchase of nine LifePak 35 cardiac monitors from Stryker Medical
• Approved CedarPort request to install a concrete truck turnaround north of Fisher Road
• Approved purchase of a playground from Cunningham Recreation for Beach City Park for $110,983.30
• Approved loan to YPS General Fund in the amount of $642,098.75 to cover exhibitor payouts
• Approved payment to Texas Association of Counties for 2024-25 Property Insurance Coverage in the amount of $955,143.00

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The Commissioners Court will consider leases with OXY for underground CO2 injection and storage at Winnie County airport and other properties. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure payments, drainage improvements, and park facility upgrades.

• Proposed leases and licenses with OXY for underground CO2 injection and storage
• Budgeting $200,000 for the Old River Boat Ramp Project to be reimbursed by TPWD Grant
• Partnering with City of Mont Belvieu for $193,443 to construct restrooms at Joe Matthews Park
• Change orders to Texas Material Group for $74,100.00 for Needlepoint South
• Temporary office lease with First Methodist Church Anahuac for the Chambers County Library

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The Commissioners Court will discuss the issuance of lease revenue bonds and the project development budget for a new County Jail, Sheriff's Office, and Justice Center. The body is also considering various road expansion agreements and economic development loans.

• Proposed loan to the Chambers County Youth Project Show for $718,302.75
• Public hearing regarding the abandonment of the unimproved portion of Devillier Road
• Proposed $203,492.00 GMP for Beach City McCollum Park Pavilion
• Property acquisition and exchange agreements for road and drainage expansion along Kilgore Parkway
• Purchase of 20 Dell computers for $28,454.23

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The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on installing speed humps on Redwood Drive and adopting Chapter 312 Tax Abatement guidelines. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure bids and economic development policies.

• Bid for RWJ drainage improvements to Tri-County Construction Company for $478,386.73 and an optional bid for $44,592.48
• Public hearing on installing speed humps along Redwood Drive in Country Meadows Subdivision
• Public hearing on proposed guidelines and criteria for Chapter 312 Tax Abatement Agreements
• Allocation of $250,000 from unallocated funds to Pct. 4 Drainage Projects
• Commercial building permit for a tiny home at 626 FM 1406, Winnie, TX

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The Commissioners Court will discuss proposed guidelines for Chapter 312 Tax Abatement Agreements and a potential public hearing on April 23. The body is also reviewing several facility upgrades, land conveyances, and equipment purchases for county offices.

• Proposed public hearing April 23 regarding Chapter 312 Tax Abatement Agreement guidelines
• Change order for West Annex facility paving and curbs from Formative Structures, LLC for $50,470.05
• Purchase of two BMW R1250 RT-P motorcycles for $57,535.66
• Request for $11,600.00 for fence replacement and relocation along Kilgore Parkway
• CDBG Mitigation program contract for drainage improvements on Work Street and Texas Avenue

The Commissioners Court approved several infrastructure and administrative items, including an $11,600 payment for a fence relocation on Kilgore Parkway and a $50,470 change order for paving at the West Annex facility. The Court also voted to set public hearings for the abandonment of Devillier Road in Winnie and for new guidelines on Chapter 312 Tax Abatement Agreements. Additionally, the Court approved the procurement of Construction Administration, Inc. for services related to the Sheriff's Office Storage Building and Road & Bridge Warehouse.

• Approved $11,600 payment to Edwin and Susan Bailey for fence relocation on Kilgore Parkway
• Approved $50,470 change order to Formative Structures, LLC for paving at West Annex facility
• Set public hearing for May 14, 2024, regarding abandonment of Devillier Road in Winnie
• Set public hearing for April 23, 2024, regarding Chapter 312 Tax Abatement guidelines
• Approved procurement of Construction Administration, Inc. for Sheriff's Office Storage Building and Road & Bridge Warehouse
• Approved $89,966 in excess budget funds for new generators at Whites Park and Winnie Stowell Community Buildings
• Approved $19,488.06 purchase of nine Raptor RP-1 Radar Systems for CCSO
• Approved $57,535.66 purchase of two BMW R1250 RT-P Motorcycles for CCSO

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The Commissioners Court will discuss several infrastructure projects, including the abandonment of Pablo and Warren Avenue and the purchase of 16.64 acres on McCollum Park Road. The body is also considering various equipment purchases for EMS, parks, and the Fire Marshal's office.

• Bid to Square CCR, LLC for Sheriff’s Office Emergency Equipment Storage Building: $600,822.00
• Purchase of Ford F-450 ambulance for Winnie-Stowell EMS: $434,740.99
• Public hearing and consideration of the abandonment of Pablo and Warren Avenue
• Purchase of +/- 16.64 acres on McCollum Park Road from Trinity-NFP VI LLC
• Contract with Cowboy Asphalt for American Legion Hall parking lot: $43,500.00

The Commissioners Court approved the purchase of a new ambulance for Winnie-Stowell EMS and several road and park improvements. The court rejected all bids for a Sheriff's Office storage building and ordered a rebid. A proposal to abandon Pablo and Warren Avenue was tabled following public opposition.

• Approved $434,740.99 Ford F-450 ambulance for Winnie-Stowell EMS (3-2)
• Rejected all bids for Sheriff's Office Emergency Equipment Storage Building and ordered rebid
• Approved $43,500 for Cowboy Asphalt to pave and stripe American Legion Hall parking lot
• Approved purchase of ~16.64 acres on McCollum Park Road including up to $25,000 for pipeline removal
• Approved engineering services agreement with Quiddity Engineering, LLC for Needlepoint Road North Segment B
• Tabled abandonment of Pablo and Warren Avenue
• Approved Resolution creating the Chambers County Public Facilities Corporation
• Approved $50,892.69 purchase of a Kubota Skid Steer for Parks

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The Commissioners Court will discuss several infrastructure projects, including a new maintenance shop and park expansions. The body is also considering a mass gathering permit for Marsh Fest 2024 and various county service contracts.

• Proposed $1,999,998.00 contract with N&T Construction for a Road & Bridge shop
• Purchase of approximately 16.64 acres on McCollum Park Road from Trinity-NFP VI LLC
• Proposed $46,000 contract with Premier Outdoor Living and Construction, LLC for a pavilion at Don McCleod Sports Complex
• Public hearing and permit application for Marsh Fest 2024
• Proposed $17,378.00 dispatch console upgrade from Motorola solutions

The Court rejected all bids for the construction of a Road & Bridge shop. Other key actions included approving the purchase of 16.64 acres for park expansion and authorizing various park and emergency service expenditures.

• Rejected all bids for the Road & Bridge shop
• Approved purchase of ~16.64 acres on McCollum Park Road for park expansion
• Approved $46,000 for metal pavilion construction at Don McCleod Sports Complex
• Approved $17,378.00 for Motorola solutions dispatch console upgrade
• Approved $10,052.90 payment for Comptroller of Public Accounts Audit Findings
• Set public hearing for April 23, 2024, regarding Redwood Drive speed humps
• Approved Marsh Fest 2024 Mass Gathering Permit and waived permit fee
• Approved $10,000 budget for Youth Project Show staff overtime

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will discuss funding and construction for the Oak Street Bridge and updates on the Justice Center/Jail project. The body is also considering Permanent School Fund withdrawals for four local school districts.

• Construction bid from Texas Materials Group for Oak Street Bridge project for $776,395.00
• Budgeting $427,000 from ARPA for additional Oak Street Bridge funding
• Permanent School Fund withdrawal requests for Barbers Hill, Anahuac, East Chambers, and Goose Creek ISDs
• Task Order 3 Amendment of $140,000 to Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. for Kilgore Parkway
• Purchase of a Sand Truck from Performance Truck for $183,562.62

The Commissioners Court approved a construction bid from Texas Materials Group for the Oak Street Bridge project at $776,395.00 and budgeted $427,000 from ARPA for additional project funding. It also approved a $257,604.00 purchase of a modular building from Mobile Modular to relocate the District Attorney's Office during Justice Center construction. The court accepted a $6,000 resale offer for Parcel 8687-20DCV0599 and approved a $140,000 Task Order amendment to Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. for Kilgore Parkway inspection and testing. Two items — a Mass Gathering Permit for Marsh Fest and a WIC employee incentive bonus — were tabled; no action was taken in executive session.

• Approved construction bid from Texas Materials Group for Oak Street Bridge project at $776,395.00
• Budgeted $427,000 from ARPA for additional Oak Street Bridge project funding
• Approved purchase of modular building from Mobile Modular for $257,604.00 to relocate District Attorney's Office
• Accepted resale offer from Elva Carreon Tijerna for $6,000, Parcel 8687-20DCV0599
• Approved Task Order 3 Amendment up to $140,000 to Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. for Kilgore Parkway inspection and testing
• Approved TGSCP 6363 LLC Economic Development Program Agreement
• Approved Permanent School Fund withdrawals for Barbers Hill ISD ($332,175.93), Anahuac ISD ($66,297.60), East Chambers ISD ($67,200.49), and Goose Creek ISD ($88,826.75)
• Tabled Mass Gathering Permit for Marsh Fest (April 5-6, 2024) and WIC employee incentive bonus

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will discuss various infrastructure purchases, including playground equipment and restrooms for county parks. The body is also reviewing financial policies and funding for emergency services and law enforcement.

• Purchase of playground equipment for Don McCleod Sports Complex ($268,385.07), Job Beason Park ($119,008.43), Smith Point ($91,519.62), and Double Bayou Park ($44,375.48)
• Construction of restrooms at Little Eagle Park ($174,513.52) and New Carver Park ($159,053.20)
• Purchase of a water truck from Performance Truck ($158,431.72) and a mini-excavator from R.B. Everett & Co ($84,552.00)
• First quarter funding for Mont Belvieu EMS in the amount of $187,500.00
• Approval of 2024 Financial Management, Fraud, Waste, and Abuse, and Investment policies

The Commissioners Court approved buying 6.63 acres in the William Bloodgood Augmentation, Abstract 5 for $2,211,734.19, including title and closing costs, for right of way for the Chambers Parkway acquisition. It also approved a long list of purchases and reallocations, including playground equipment, park restrooms, road equipment, and public safety items, and approved a court order adding a Commissioners Court approval step for certain commercial and residential permits. Two executive session items on personnel issues and an FMLA extension request ended with no action.

• Approved purchase of 6.63 acres for $2,211,734.19 for Chambers Parkway right of way
• Approved 2024 Financial Management, Fraud Waste and Abuse, and Investment Policies
• Approved court order requiring certain commercial and residential permits to get Commissioners Court approval after Development Review Committee approval
• Approved amendment to Chambers County Fire Code clarifying definition of commercial business and establishments
• Approved $268,385.07 playground equipment purchase from Cunningham Recreation at Don McCleod Sports Complex
• Approved $187,500.00 2024 first-quarter funding for Mont Belvieu EMS
• Approved $100,000.00 each in 2024 funding to Beach City VFD and Mont Belvieu VFD
• No action on personnel issues or FMLA extension request in executive session

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing on an ordinance regulating junkyards and salvage yards. The body is also discussing the abandonment of right-of-way for Warren Road and Pablo Road and various equipment purchases.

• Public hearing and possible adoption of an ordinance regulating Junkyards, Automotive Wrecking and Salvage Yards
• MOU with Targa Resources regarding abandonment of Warren Road and Pablo Road right of way
• Purchase of golf carts from Club Car, LLC for $329,834.00
• Purchase of Jaws of Life for EMS District 2 from MES for $19,404.50
• JMT Task Order 6 for General Engineering Consulting in the amount of $180,000.00

The Commissioners Court adopted an ordinance regulating junkyards, automotive wrecking and salvage yards effective Jan. 23, 2024, with Commissioner Hammond abstaining. It approved two Chapter 381 economic development items with Chambers County Logistics Terminal, LP, and authorized time extensions for SETH and ARPA small business grant recipients. The court also approved numerous purchases and payments, including $329,834.00 for golf carts, $180,000.00 for engineering consulting, and $100,287.65 for body camera systems. Two agenda items were tabled: an agriculture and hunting lease with Blake and Brandy Turner, and a modular building purchase for the District Attorney's office.

• Adopted junkyard/salvage yard ordinance effective Jan. 23, 2024 (Hammond abstained)
• Approved Chambers County Logistics Terminal, LP Ch. 381 Economic Development Program Proposal
• Approved Chambers County Logistics Terminal, LP Ch. 381 Economic Development Program Agreement
• Authorized time extension for SETH Grant Recipients
• Authorized time extension for ARPA Small Business Grant Recipients
• Approved purchase of 2024 CCYPS Buckles from Trophy Gallery for $12,375.00
• Approved Texas Parks and Wildlife County Boat Agent Agreement for boat titling and registration
• Approved purchase of golf carts from Club Car, LLC for $329,834.00

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will discuss adjusting tax exemptions for residents over 65 or disabled and consider several economic development agreements. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding the partial abandonment of Poncho Street in Oak Island.

• Proposed increase of homestead exemption for persons over 65 or disabled from $200,000 to $250,000
• Public hearing and consideration of partial abandonment of Poncho Street in Oak Island, TX
• Payment of $589,433.00 to Vermeer Texas-Louisiana for a Tub Grinder
• Payment of $87,095.66 to Kraftsman for Carver Park playground equipment
• Proposed land improvements and agreement changes with TGS totaling $380,549 and $226,179.07

The Commissioners Court approved increasing the homestead exemption for seniors and disabled residents from $200,000 to $250,000. They also denied a proposal to abandon Poncho Street in Oak Island following resident opposition. Additionally, the Court approved changes to an agreement with TGS involving a land swap and $380,549 in land improvements.

• Approved increase of homestead exemption for seniors/disabled from $200,000 to $250,000
• Denied partial abandonment of Poncho Street in Oak Island
• Approved changes to TGS agreement including land swap and $380,549 in land improvements
• Approved land improvements in lieu of payment from TGS for $226,179.07
• Amended local match commitment to up to 25% for Hackberry Gully and Cotton Bayou Drainage Improvements
• Rejected and rebid Patriot Court Systems RFP for tennis/pickleball courts due to company default
• Approved application for Senate Bill 22 Rural Law Enforcement Grant - FY24
• Accepted John Cockerill Hydrogen North America LLC Economic Development Agreement