Chambers County public meetings in 2025
27 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss various infrastructure projects, economic development agreements, and sports complex improvements. The body is also considering several high-value payments for the Chambers County Justice Center and a new collective bargaining agreement.
- Payments of $6,555,695.08 and $4,851,725.00 to AH Chambers County Development, LLC for the Justice Center
- Contract for Klesco Services, LLC for drainage clearing in Woodland Acres for $316,000.00
- Construction of batting cages at Jim Silva and Yale Devillier Sports Complexes for $179,410.88 each
- Purchase of Flock Safety Platform for the CCSO using ARPA funds for $138,000.00
- Proposed replat of lots 8 through 15, block 32 of the Winnie Suburbs
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners' Court approved a $75,000 Change Order #7 for the Airport Road Emergency Services Building. It also approved the 2026 Chambers County TCDRS retirement plan, a resolution naming December 9 2025 as Tree of Angels Day, and several contracts and appointments. All items were passed without recorded dissent.
- Approved Change Order #7 for Airport Road Emergency Services Building ($75,000)
- Approved Chambers County TCDRS plan 2026
- Approved resolution recognizing December 9, 2025 as Tree of Angels Day
- Approved appointments to Chambers County Emergency Services District No.1 Board (Brad Crone, Kenneth Thibodeaux)
- Approved appointments to 2026 Transportation Policy Council and Transportation Advisory Committee
- Approved issuance of tax‑exempt bonds for Seville Place Apartments‑LaPorte acquisition and rehabilitation
- Approved purchase of new Parks & Recreation truck from Caldwell Country Chevrolet II LLC ($69,643)
- Approved agreement with City of Baytown for fire and EMS services
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners' Court approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Galveston Bay Foundation to fund a shoreline protection project using $1.6 million of GOMESA funds. It also approved several infrastructure items, including a $111,515.50 change order for the Chambers Parkway reconstruction and a $54,400 courthouse power switch installation. Additional actions included rejecting bids for the Timber Ridge Road Rehabilitation Project, approving an architect‑engineer contract for the Anahuac Drainage Improvement Project, and setting new green‑fee rates for the county golf course.
- Approved MOU with Galveston Bay Foundation for $1.6 M shoreline protection (Passed)
- Approved Change Order No. 2 to Carter Construction for $111,515.50 (Passed)
- Rejected bids and ordered rebid of Timber Ridge Road Rehabilitation Project (Passed)
- Approved architect‑engineer contract with Freese and Nichols, Inc. for Anahuac Drainage Improvement (Passed)
- Approved solicitation of RFP for new Parks storage building at Whites Park (Passed)
- Approved Coastal Power Products to install courthouse manual transfer switch for $54,400 (Passed)
- Approved new membership details and green‑fee rates for Chambers County Golf Course (Passed)
- Approved appointment of Johnnie (John) Jennings, III as Navigation and Canal Commissioners Appointee (Passed)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss several park improvements, including batting cages and playground equipment. The body is also considering a contract for delinquent government receivable collections and the results of the November 4, 2025 election.
- Guaranteed maximum price of $937,614.00 for new Whites Park Show Barn
- Construction of batting cages at Jim Silva Sports Complex ($208,254.78) and Yale Devillier Sports Complex ($203,879.54)
- Purchase of playground equipment for Yale Devillier Sports Complex for $187,299.09
- Awarding a mobile command trailer bid to Accelerated Media Technologies for $198,155.00
- Contingent Fee Contract with Perdue, Brandon, Fielder, Collins & Mott, LLP for delinquent receivables
The Commissioners Court approved several contracts and fund transfers, including a $937,614 guaranteed‑maximum price for a new Whites Park Show Barn, a $112,346.44 transfer for baseball field upgrades, and a bid for 2026 road‑and‑bridge materials. It also adopted resolutions to collect delinquent fines, approved a safety incentive program for county employees, and accepted quarterly reports and a library donation.
- Approved $937,614 guaranteed‑maximum price for new Whites Park Show Barn
- Transferred $112,346.44 to CO23‑PARKS‑002 for baseball fields upgrades
- Approved contingent fee contract with Perdue, Brandon, Fielder, Collins & Mott, LLP for delinquent receivables
- Approved bid for 2026 road & bridge diesel, gasoline, oil, culvert pipe, herbicide and materials
- Approved safety incentive program for 2026 county employees
- Awarded $198,155 mobile command trailer contract to Accelerated Media Technologies
- Accepted $9,880 donation to Chambers County Library
- Agenda item for $208,254.78 batting cage construction was tabled
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss several high-value infrastructure projects and contracts. Key items include a major golf course renovation and a public hearing to establish a reinvestment zone.
- Proposed $4,190,585.90 for front nine renovation at Chambers County Golf Course
- Proposed $6,109,278.21 payment to AH Chambers County Development, LLC for the Justice Center
- Public hearing to establish the TGSCP 5300 Reinvestment Zone
- Proposed $268,192.76 award to Tri-County Construction Company for Beach City Walk Path and Parking Lot
- Discussion on prohibiting outdoor burning due to the drought index
The Commissioners' Court approved a $6,109,278.21 payment to AH Chambers County Development for the Justice Center. It also approved a $4,190,585.90 renovation of the front nine at the county golf course and a Safe Haven Baby Box at EMS Station 2. Additional actions included vegetation‑spraying contracts, right‑of‑way abandonment, security cameras for Little Eagle Park, and participation in the Alamo Letter Society plaque project.
- Approved Safe Haven Baby Box at EMS Station 2 (no cost to taxpayers)
- Approved Greenscapes 6 renovation of front nine at Chambers County Golf Course for $4,190,585.90
- Approved appointment of Commissioner Hammond to Houston‑Galveston Area Council General Assembly and related designations
- Approved bid for vegetation spraying for $78,720
- Approved order abandoning right‑of‑way at Pablo and Warren Road
- Approved payment of $6,109,278.21 to AH Chambers County Development for the Justice Center
- Approved purchase of security cameras for Little Eagle Park Pickleball Courts for $12,846.74
- Approved participation in Alamo Letter Society and installation of a $5,000 plaque at the courthouse
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Chambers County Commissioners Court will consider a $10,000 sponsorship for a farming education center and approve contracts for drainage improvements and emergency services facility upgrades. The court will also address road load limits and approve various routine maintenance and personnel items.
- Sponsor $10,000 for three-year farming education center contract
- Approve $23,699.75 for materials testing at Emergency Services Facility
- Approve $69,747.00 for furnishings at new Emergency Services Building
- Approve $93,192.00 for new handicap senior van
- Approve $21,100.00 for emergency sewer piping replacement at Hankamer Community Building
The Commissioners' Court approved a $69,747 purchase of furnishings and equipment for the new Emergency Services Building. It also approved a $44,399.85 change order for items not completed by Formative Structures, a $10,000 sponsorship for the Chambers County Children’s Museum farming education center, and a $2,643 change order for LED lights at Winnie‑Stowell Park.
- Approved $69,747 purchase of furnishings for new Emergency Services Building (Passed)
- Approved $44,399.85 deductive change order No.11 for Formative Structures (Passed)
- Approved $10,000 three‑year sponsorship for Chambers County Children’s Museum farming education center (Passed)
- Approved $2,643 change order for four new LED lights at Winnie‑Stowell Park (Passed)
- Authorized $23,699.75 increase for Science Engineering, Ltd. materials testing for Emergency Services Facility (Passed)
- Approved $21,100 emergency sewer piping replacement at Hankamer Community Building (Passed)
- Approved $16,825 replacement of water heater at Women’s Dorm (Passed)
- Approved $28,862.13 repairs to chipspreader from RB Everett (Passed)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss the 2026 budget and a proposed 2025 tax rate of $0.439746/100. The body will also consider several infrastructure contracts and road abandonments.
- Proposed 2025 tax rate of $0.439746/100
- Payment of $7,307,996.21 to AH Chambers County Development, LLC for the Justice Center
- Contract for GFT infrastructure, Inc. for the Ramp Reversal project from SH99 to FM 565 for $3,535,022.60
- Emergency repairs on Hatcherville Road in the amount of $650,282.00
- Abandonment of Avenue G in the Stowell Townsite from SH 124 to W Third Street
The Commissioners' Court adopted the 2026 budget and set the 2025 property tax rate at $0.439746 per $100. It authorized the issuance of $49,815,000 in tax and revenue certificates. Additional approvals included TxDOT airport maintenance grants, a Bayou Bowl support fund, and janitorial services. One agenda item on the Cherry Point Ranchettes was tabled.
- Adopted 2026 budget (Jan 1–Dec 31, 2026) – Passed
- Adopted 2025 tax rate of $0.439746 per $100 – Passed
- Authorized issuance and sale of $49,815,000 Series 2025 certificates – Passed
- Approved $111,111 TxDOT airport maintenance grant for Winnie Airport – Passed
- Approved $111,111 TxDOT airport maintenance grant for Anahuac Airport – Passed
- Approved $6,500 Bayou Bowl plaques and apparel request – Passed
- Approved three janitorial cleaning services for Whites Park and Westside Community Buildings – Passed
- Agenda item on partial vacation of Cherry Point Ranchettes phase 4, section 2 – Tabled
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court approved several financial and operational actions, including allocating $200,000 of ARPA funds to purchase a Mobile Command Center and accepting a $65,750 quote for a new emergency‑services tower on Airport Road. They also set a proposed tax rate of $0.439746 per $100 and scheduled a public hearing for September 23, 2025, and approved election‑official salaries for FY2026. Additional approvals covered the Texas Rice Festival historic marker, a park use agreement for Old River‑Winfree Founders Day, and a nuisance abatement at 535 McDermott Street in Winnie.
- Approved $200,000 ARPA allocation for Mobile Command Center (passed)
- Accepted $65,750 quote for 60‑ft emergency services tower on Airport Road (passed)
- Set proposed tax rate $0.439746 per $100 and scheduled public hearing Sep 23, 2025 (passed)
- Approved elected official salaries for FY2026 (passed)
- Adopted resolution honoring Texas Rice Festival historic marker (passed)
- Approved appointment of Judge Jimmy Sylvia to Spindletop Board of Trustees (passed)
- Approved park use agreement for Old River‑Winfree Founders Day, Oct 10‑11, 2025 (passed)
- Approved nuisance abatement at 535 McDermott St, Winnie, TX (passed)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss spending and contracts, including lighting for the Chambers Parkway Soccer Complex and various construction projects. The body will also consider road closures and permits for Texas Gatorfest 2025 and updates to the county purchasing policy.
- Payment of $7,048,967.65 to AH Chambers County Development, LLC for the Chambers County Justice Center
- Approval of $998,750.00 for Musco Sports Lighting, LLC at the Chambers Parkway Soccer Complex
- Proposal to increase the competitive bidding threshold to $100,000.00 and minimum court purchase amount to $15,000.00
- Public hearing and permit application for Texas Gatorfest 2025, including road closures on Frost, Knearem, Oak, and Oliver Roads
- Purchase of a Senior Citizen Van from Creative Bus Sales, Inc. for $93,192.00
The Commissioners' Court approved a proclamation designating September as Deaf Awareness Month and updated the county purchasing policy to raise the competitive‑bidding threshold to $100,000 and the minimum purchase amount to $15,000. It authorized $230,381.42 in Permanent School Fund withdrawals for four ISDs and granted Texas Gatorfest overflow parking, road closures, and a waived mass‑gathering permit fee. The Court also approved a $998,750 Musco Sports Lighting contract, accepted an interlocal agreement for CO₂ lease funds, adopted the NIMS training implementation plan, and approved a new point‑of‑sale system for the county golf course.
- Approved proclamation for September Deaf Awareness Month
- Updated Purchasing Policy: bidding threshold $100,000, minimum $15,000
- Approved Permanent School Fund withdrawals totaling $230,381.42
- Authorized Texas Gatorfest overflow parking and road/boat ramp closures
- Approved Musco Sports Lighting contract for $998,750
- Accepted interlocal agreement for CO₂ lease funds on 21.121‑acre tract
- Approved Chambers County NIMS Training Implementation Plan
- Approved GOLFNOW point‑of‑sale system for county golf course
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will consider setting a public hearing for the 2026 budget and a hearing for the partial abandonment of rights-of-way on Avenue G in Stowell. The body is also reviewing multiple construction contracts, equipment purchases, and economic development agreements.
- Proposed public hearing for the 2026 budget on September 9
- Change order to Carter Construction for $149,525.00 for material export to Langston Drive recycling facility
- Purchase of Watertronics Pump Station for Chambers County Golf Course for $219,621.00
- Approval of Arnold Construction for concrete parking slab at Beach City VFD for $128,594.00
- Payment of $53,043.00 to TxDOT for the Airport Master Plan program match
The Commissioners Court approved a series of contracts and projects, including a $219,621 purchase of a Watertronics pump station for the county golf course and a $53,043 payment to TxDOT for the airport master plan. It also approved a $23,465 fiber‑installation quote for the new Emergency Services Facility and a $12,846 security camera for Ft. Anahuac Pickleball Courts. The court set a public hearing for the 2026 budget on September 9 and denied the 2026 Hotel Occupancy Tax fund request for the Trinity Valley Exposition. A proclamation was adopted declaring August 3‑9, 2025 as Health Center Week.
- Approved proclamation declaring August 3‑9, 2025 Health Center Week
- Approved Targa Train 12, LLC Chapter 381 Economic Development Program Agreement
- Approved public hearing for the 2026 budget on September 9, 2025
- Approved partial abandonment of unimproved rights‑of‑way on Avenue G in Stowell and set hearing for September 23
- Denied 2026 Hotel Occupancy Tax fund application for Trinity Valley Exposition
- Approved $23,465 fiber installation quote for Emergency Services Facility on Airport Road
- Approved $219,621 purchase of Watertronics Pump Station for the golf course
- Approved $53,043 payment to TxDOT for airport master plan match
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Chambers County Commissioners Court will discuss authorizing the publication of a notice for a new series of tax certificates. The meeting will also include an executive session for personnel and real property matters.
- Consider approval of resolution for 2025 tax certificates
- Executive session for personnel issues
- Executive session for real property sale/purchase
- Executive session for FMLA extension request
The Commissioners' Court approved a resolution authorizing the publication of a Notice of Intention to Issue the 2025 Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, correcting the project description from Majestic Drive to Landon Lane. No action was taken on the personnel, real‑property, or FMLA items discussed in executive session.
- Approved resolution authorizing publication of Notice of Intention for 2025 Certificates of Obligation (correction: Majestic Drive to Landon Lane)
- No action taken on personnel issues (executive session)
- No action taken on sale/purchase of real property (executive session)
- No action taken on FMLA extension request (executive session)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will meet to discuss setting a public hearing for September 9th regarding changes to the Chambers County subdivision manual. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss personnel, real property, and an FMLA extension request.
- Proposed public hearing on September 9th for Chambers County subdivision manual changes
- Executive session regarding personnel issues
- Executive session regarding sale/purchase of real property
- Executive session regarding FMLA extension request
The Commissioners' Court set a public hearing for September 9 at 10:00 a.m. to discuss changes to the Chambers County subdivision manual. The motion was made by Commissioner Ryan Dagley, seconded by Commissioner Mark Tice, and was passed. County Engineer Zachary Vogler noted the proposed changes would include a minimum lot size of .75 acre and a minimum lot width of 55 feet. No other actions were taken; executive‑session items resulted in no action.
- Set public hearing on Sep 9 at 10:00 a.m. to discuss subdivision manual changes (approved)
Commissioners Court
The Chambers County Commissioners Court will consider rejecting bids for the Timber Ridge Project, awarding a $9.3 million construction contract for Anahuac Drainage Improvements, and allocating funds for a communications tower and various park and facility upgrades.
- Award contract for Anahuac Drainage Improvements to Texas Materials, Inc. for $9,333,333.00
- Approve quote for 60-foot communications tower for Emergency Services Facility for $27,300.00
- Approve purchase of Football Equipment for AYSO league for $4,098.03
- Approve KMI Sports Construction to build Winnie Pickleball Courts for $359,947.15
- Approve hiring Tippett Construction for Old River EMS labor and materials for $17,828.88
The Commissioners' Court approved a resolution recognizing August 3‑9, 2025 as Health Center Week and rejected the bids for the Timber Ridge Project. It reallocated $85,000 of unused ARPA funds to a county‑owned magazine and approved 2026 Hotel Occupancy Tax fund applications for four festivals. The court also awarded a $9,333,333 contract to Texas Materials, Inc. for Anahuac drainage improvements and approved several park‑related purchases and projects.
- Approved Health Center Week resolution (passed)
- Rejected bids for Timber Ridge Project (passed)
- Reallocated $85,000 ARPA funds to county magazine (passed)
- Approved 2026 HOT fund applications for four festivals (passed)
- Awarded $9,333,333 contract to Texas Materials, Inc. for Anahuac Drainage Improvements (passed)
- Approved $359,947.15 contract with KMI Sports Construction for Winnie Pickleball Courts (passed)
- Approved $21,352.00 Shoreline Construction bulkhead repair at Cedar Hill Park (passed)
- Approved RFP for Beach City Park walking trail, parking lot, and drainage ditches (passed)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss several high-value park and infrastructure projects, including sports complex upgrades and new building contracts. The body is also considering economic development agreements and funding for youth and emergency services.
- Proposed $2,297,537.00 contract with Tarkett Sports for turfing infields at Jim Silva and Don McLeod Sports Complexes
- Proposed reallocation of $8,500,000.00 from CO23-Chambers Parkway to CPC-2024 Chambers County Soccer Complex
- Proposed $399,900.00 loan to Chambers County Youth Project Show
- Proposed architectural contracts with Kirksey Architecture for a new East Annex ($297,095.00) and new Legion Hall ($153,995.00)
- Proposed $100,000.00 funding for Hankamer VFD
The Commissioners’ Court approved multiple financial and project actions. It reallocated $8,500,000 from the Chambers Parkway to fund the Chambers County Soccer Complex and approved a $2,297,537 contract with Tarkett Sports to turf the infields at Jim Silva and Don McLeod Sports Complexes. Additional actions included transferring $10,267.81 and $1,000 to a new trailer account, reallocating $297,537 to park improvements, awarding Carter Construction the contract for the community building and soccer complex, and initiating an RFP for landscaping of three major parks. The Court also accepted a donation of a Dutch Shepherd dog and approved a $21,500 countywide emergency‑services study.
- Accepted donation of Dutch Shepherd "Barna" (passed)
- Transferred $10,267.81 and $1,000 to create a new trailer account (passed)
- Reallocated $297,537 from golf‑course upgrades to Jim Silva/Don McLeod park improvements (passed)
- Approved $2,297,537 contract with Tarkett Sports for turfing sports‑complex infields (passed)
- Reallocated $8,500,000 from Chambers Parkway to Chambers County Soccer Complex (passed)
- Awarded Carter Construction contract for Chambers Parkway Community Building and Soccer Complex (passed)
- Approved request for proposals for landscaping services at Ft. Anahuac, Whites, and Double Bayou Parks (passed)
- Approved $21,500 countywide emergency services study with Emergency Services Solutions, LLC (passed)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss several high-value construction projects, including a new library and sports complex improvements. The body will also hold public hearings on floodplain regulations, tax abatements, and road abandonments.
- Proposed $4,398,950.00 guaranteed maximum price for the new Chambers County Library
- Proposed $2,297,537.00 for turfing infields at Jim Silva and Don McCleod Sports Complexes
- Public hearings for the Orsted Star P2X LLC Tax Abatement Agreement and Energy Transfer Reinvestment Zone #2
- Proposed $263,000.00 for Wolfard Golf Design for golf course redesign/renovations
- Payment of $8,267,793.02 to AH Chambers County Development, LLC for the Justice Center
The Commissioners Court approved several funding amendments, including a $351,700 amendment for the Chambers Parkway Project and a $261,900 reallocation to the road excavator fund. It also adopted the Orsted Star P2X tax abatement agreement, established the Energy Transfer Reinvestment Zone #2, and updated floodplain management regulations. The court denied a proposal to reallocate $297,537 for park improvements.
- Approved $351,700 amendment for Chambers Parkway Project (passed)
- Approved $261,900 reallocation from CO23-RECYCLE to CO23-R&B-Excavator (passed)
- Approved $62,040 amendment for Chambers Parkway Soccer Complex (passed)
- Approved $8,574.60 ARPA funds for Constable Precinct 5 equipment (passed)
- Approved Orsted Star P2X LLC Tax Abatement Agreement (passed)
- Approved Order establishing Energy Transfer Reinvestment Zone #2 (passed)
- Approved updates to County floodplain management regulations (passed)
- Denied motion to reallocate $297,537 for park improvements (denied)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Chambers County Commissioners Court will meet on June 10, 2025, to discuss and vote on a series of agenda items including park turfing, pickleball court construction, and economic development proposals. The court will also consider approving contracts and budget amendments for various county departments.
- Approving $242,716.00 for turfing at Jim Silva and Don McCleod Sports Complexes
- Approving $371,129.00 for Pickleball Courts at Beach City Park
- Discussing Energy Transfer GC NGL Frac. IX Economic Development Program Proposal
- Approving $13,087.00 for portable generators for emergency standby power
- Approving $9,825.00 for 40 boxes of thermal ballot stock
The Commissioners' Court adopted a Juneteenth proclamation and approved several economic development proposals, including projects by Energy Transfer and Targa Train. It scheduled a public hearing for the Energy Transfer Reinvestment Zone #2 and approved the construction of six pickleball courts at Beach City Park. The court also tabled a deugro non‑objection letter, accepted two right‑of‑way donations, and authorized a request for cleaning‑service bids for two community buildings.
- Approved Juneteenth proclamation (motion 25-6-665) – Passed
- Approved Energy Transfer GC NGL Fractionators LLC Frac. IX Economic Development Program Proposal (25-6-653) – Passed
- Scheduled public hearing June 24, 2025 for Energy Transfer Reinvestment Zone #2 (25-6-654) – Passed
- Approved Targa Train 12, LLC Economic Development Program Proposal (25-6-655) – Passed
- Tabled deugro (USA) Inc. Non‑Objection Letter Application and FTZ Pilot Agreement (25-6-656) – Passed
- Approved construction of six pickleball courts at Beach City Park for $371,129 (25-5-621) – Passed
- Approved going out for RFP for cleaning services for Whites Park and Westside Community Buildings (25-6-660) – Passed
- Accepted donations of two tracts on Gordon‑Speer Chambers Parkway for right‑of‑way (25-6-647) – Passed
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss a settlement in the Lippke litigation and a variance for the Targa train 14 Project. The body will hold a public hearing to establish the TGSCP 4407 Grand Parkway Reinvestment Zone and review several county contracts and equipment purchases.
- Payment of $6,061,659.45 to AH Chambers County Development, LLC for the Justice Center
- Public hearing to establish the TGSCP 4407 Grand Parkway Reinvestment Zone
- Approval of $71,350.00 for Bryx Station Alerting System for EMS Building
- Approval of $69,335.00 for Liqua-Tech Waterproofing for Courthouse window repairs
- Discussion of nuisance conditions at 315 Otter Rd, Anahuac, TX
The meeting record contains only procedural entries and does not document any substantive decisions. No actions, approvals, or votes were recorded in the minutes.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss infrastructure contracts, park improvements, and economic development zones. The body is also considering changes to floodplain management regulations and the vacation of Double Bayou and Smith Point Road.
- Public hearing to establish Orsted Reinvestment Zone
- Contract with Tri-County for drainage pathways off FM 3180 for $310,588.00
- Utility Construction Services Agreement with CenterPoint for $152,102.00
- Construction of a 30 x 40 Pavilion at Beach City Park for $49,000
- Bayridge Subdivision overlay and reconstruction contract for $457,545.07
The Court approved several proclamations, including National Hospital Week and National Police Week, and accepted the Sheriff's Office annual report. It established the Orsted Reinvestment Zone and scheduled public hearings for additional tax‑abatement and reinvestment zones. Multiple infrastructure contracts were approved, and the Court adopted fire‑code amendments and park projects. A motion to add a 10 % contract contingency was withdrawn and tabled after a tied vote.
- Proclamation recognizing May 12‑18, 2025 as National Hospital Week – passed
- Resolution recognizing National Police Week 2025 – passed
- Order establishing the Orsted Reinvestment Zone – passed
- Schedule public hearing June 24, 2025 for Orsted Star P2X LLC Tax Abatement Agreement – passed
- Approve Utility Construction Services Agreement with CenterPoint for pole relocation ($152,102) – passed
- Approve Greenscapes Six for golf course greens resurfacing ($49,800) – passed
- Approve Premier Outdoor Living & Construction, LLC for Beach City Park pavilion ($49,000) – passed
- Allocate additional 10 % contract contingency – motion withdrawn and item tabled (vote: 2 nay, tie broken yes)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing to discuss and consider adopting the Chambers County Thoroughfare Plan. The body will also consider various infrastructure contracts, park improvements, and a tax abatement application for the Orsted Project Wharf.
- Public hearing and possible adoption of the Chambers County Thoroughfare Plan
- Payment of $6,010,629.78 to AH Chambers County Development, LLC for the Justice Center
- Approval of $108,590.00 to TxDOT for FM 3180 drainage project material costs
- Proposal for new Beach City restroom from Arnold Construction for $114,900.00
- Orsted Project Wharf Chapter 312 Tax Abatement Application
The Commissioners' Court adopted the Chambers County Thoroughfare Plan and approved a series of contracts and projects covering banking services, road drainage, park improvements, and public safety equipment. Additional approvals included a $108,590 TxDOT drainage contract, park facility upgrades, and funding for AED installations. All motions were passed without recorded vote tallies.
- Approved depository contract with Anahuac National Bank (sealed bids)
- Adopted the Chambers County Thoroughfare Plan
- Approved $108,590.00 to TxDOT for material costs on FM 3180 drainage project
- Approved $13,050.00 for three windscreen replacements at Don Mccleod Sports Complex
- Approved $38,836.64 for new bleachers at Yale Devillier Sports Complex (Field 5)
- Approved $55,538.12 purchase of holding pens and alleyways at Winnie Arena
- Approved 2026 TxDOT grant applications and match approvals
- Approved AED installations at sport complexes, arenas, and community buildings
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Chambers County Commissioners Court will consider approving construction contracts for new park pavilions and picnic tables, as well as funding for a public health warehouse renovation. The court will also discuss a proposed relocation letter from the National Park Service and authorize the application for a hazard mitigation grant.
- Approve HKR Ranches for seven (7) new pavilions at McCollum Park ($45,870.00)
- Approve purchase of seven (7) picnic tables for McCollum Park ($8,023.00)
- Approve purchase of new EMS Uniform Shirts ($7,419.14)
- Approve professional services with BRW for fire station replacement and renovation ($19,800)
- Discuss allocating Health Services funding for Emergency Services/Public Health Warehouse renovation
The Commissioners Court adopted proclamations for Child Abuse Prevention Month and Public Health Week. It approved a resolution for the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program and a professional services agreement for the Jail and Justice Center Project. The Court authorized $67,766.25 for additional paving at Beach City and Cove fire stations and allocated Health Services funds to finish the Emergency Services/Public Health Warehouse renovation. Numerous consent‑agenda items, including park pavilion and picnic‑table purchases, were also approved.
- Approved proclamation declaring April 2025 as Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month
- Approved proclamation declaring April 7‑13 2025 as Public Health Week
- Approved resolution authorizing Hazard Mitigation Grant Program application and match (DR‑4781, DR‑4798)
- Approved Professional Services Agreement with Griffith, Mosely, Johnson & Associates for the Jail and Justice Center Project
- Authorized $67,766.25 for additional paving at Beach City and Cove fire stations and to solicit bids
- Allocated Health Services funding to complete the Emergency Services/Public Health Warehouse renovation and expansion
- Approved payment of $45,870 to HKR Ranches for seven new pavilions at McCollum Park
- Approved purchase of $8,023 for seven picnic tables for McCollum Park
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss several high-value infrastructure projects, including roadway construction and a new Emergency Services Facility. The body is also considering the sale of a 2-acre tract and various equipment purchases.
- Awarding Gordon Speer/Chambers Parkway Roadway Construction Phase 1 to Carter Construction, LLC for $8,997,261.91
- Change order for Carter Construction, LLC for $2,042,084.20 for a canal extension
- Payment of $4,165,836.37 to AH Chambers County Development, LLC for the Justice Center
- A/V and security equipment for the Airport Road Emergency Services Facility totaling $352,499.88
- Bids for reworking and chip sealing various county roadways
The Commissioners' Court approved multiple contracts and projects, including a $8,997,261.91 award to Carter Construction for Phase 1 of the Gordon Speer/Chambers Parkway roadway and a $2,042,084.20 change order for the same project, as well as several equipment and service contracts for the new Emergency Services Facility. It also enrolled the Arboretum Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in the Quality Incentive Payment Program, appointed directors for the Cedar Port Navigation and Improvement District, and approved various routine reports and permits.
- Approved enrollment of Arboretum Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in QIPP/9 (25-3-323)
- Appointed William Scott, Clayton Henderson, Robert Jones, Brian Bommer as directors of Cedar Port Navigation and Improvement District (25-3-342)
- Accepted amendment to Function4 lease to a Flat‑Rate MPS agreement (25-3-346)
- Purchased new SRS Citizen Project Van for Pct. 3 using Health Services funds (091) (25-3-347)
- Authorized RFPs for reworking and chip sealing various county roadways (25-3-327)
- Awarded Gordon Speer/Chambers Parkway Roadway Construction Phase 1 to Carter Construction, LLC for $8,997,261.91 (25-3-329)
- Approved Change Order #1 to Carter Construction for $2,042,084.20 (25-3-330)
- Approved DataVox A/V equipment contract for $163,231.80 for the new Emergency Services Facility (25-3-334)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will consider a presentation on the Chambers County Thoroughfare Plan and set a related public hearing for April 22. The body will also discuss funding for drainage projects, emergency equipment, and facility expansions.
- Change order #11 for Kilgore Parkway in the amount of $31,400.00
- Reallocation of ARPA funds for Constable Precinct 5 radar/cameras ($10,378.20) and CCSO ballistics vests ($39,581.19)
- Annual preventative maintenance contract for emergency generators with Coastal Power Products for $25,150.00
- Repair of EMS-Station 3 (Old River-Winfree) in the amount of $11,396.88
- Payment to Flock Group for safety cameras at three Collection Stations for $9,000.00
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss various county infrastructure projects, including electrical upgrades at parks and the demolition of the new Anahuac Library site. The body is also considering a resolution opposing the elimination of the Countywide Polling Place Program.
- Payment of $6,870,572.33 to AH Chambers County Development, LLC for the Chambers County Justice Center
- Reallocation of $400,000.00 from Historical Bradley House to Winnie-Stowell Pickleball Courts
- Contract with C&C Works Demolition for the new Anahuac Library in the amount of $30,000.00 plus a $19,200.00 contingency
- Purchase of a Sheriff's Office inmate transport van for $97,439.00
- Public hearing regarding the abandonment of Pablo and Warren Road
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Chambers County Commissioners Court will discuss several infrastructure projects, including the Bradley House renovation and the establishment of Targa Reinvestment Zone #2. The body will also consider various equipment purchases and professional service agreements for county facilities.
- Proposed $888,650 contract with Aggieland Construction, Ltd. for Emergency Services Warehouse Renovations
- Proposed $438,000 renovation of Bradley House (608 Miller) by Triple C Project Services
- Public hearing to establish Targa Reinvestment Zone #2
- Proposed $196,080 purchase of four 2025 Chevy Silverado Crewcabs
- Proposed $112,020 payment to Tri-County for culvert repair on McCollum Park Road
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Chambers County Commissioners Court will discuss and vote on a $6.4 million payment for the Justice Center, approve a $598,000 audio package for White's Park, and consider a $500,000 transfer for pickleball courts in Winnie. The court will also consider adopting a new purchasing policy and a drainage easement agreement with Goose Creek ISD.
- Approve $6,391,873.67 payment for Chambers County Justice Center
- Approve $598,000 audio package for White's Park Arena
- Consider $500,000 transfer for pickleball courts in Winnie
- Discuss subdivision regulations concerning detention and house density
- Approve $11,200 for IT construction specs from Howell Design Group
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss the 2025 Financial Management, Investment, and Fraud Waste and Abuse policies. The body is also reviewing various road, drainage, and building contracts, including updates to the county fire code.
- Payment of $59,110.00 to Tri-County to clear a drainage pathway from FM 2354 to Trinity Bay
- Purchase of new radios for Sheriff's Office and Emergency Services from Motorola for $125,921.27
- Payment of $100,287.65 to Utility Associates for a 2025 yearly contract
- Adoption of the 2021 International Fire Code (IFC) and updates to the Chambers County Fire Code
- Proposed Development Agreement with Southeast 54, LLC for the Chambers County Parkway project
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will meet to discuss the approval of official bonds for newly elected officials. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss personnel, real property, and an FMLA extension request.
- Approval of Official Bonds for newly Elected Officials
- Executive session regarding personnel issues
- Executive session regarding sale/purchase of real property
- Executive session regarding FMLA extension request