Ector County, Texas
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Municipal budget
Total revenue$115.3M (FY2023)
Total spending$99.3M (FY2023)
Taxes$90.7M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$42.0M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$616 (FY2023)
Recent meetings
Wed Jul 15, 2026
Bail Bond
Tue Jul 14, 2026
Commissioners' Court
Ector County to hold public hearing on tax abatement for EMPower USA, LLC
The Commissioners' Court will consider a tax abatement agreement for a 20.321-acre tract on West Murphy Street. The body will also review several budget amendments, property contracts, and development applications.
- Public hearing for Tax Abatement Agreement with EMPower USA, LLC on West Murphy Street
- Budget amendment for Capital Projects Professional Services for $122,000.00
- Budget amendment for Sheriff Departmental Furniture & Equipment for $22,600.00
- Unimproved Property Contract for 1.195-acre tract off 3rd Street to complete connection to FM 866
- Road closure request for 47th Street on August 1, 2026, for a Car Show/Pop-Up Market
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Ector County Commissioners' Court
July 14, 2026
10:00 AM
Commissioners’ Courtroom, Ector County Administration Building Annex, 1010 E. 8th
St., Odessa, Texas
CALL TO ORDER- Judge Dustin Fawcett
INVOCATION- Commissioner Billy Hall
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- United States and Texas
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
1. Public Participation/Comments, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer:
To receive public comments on non-agenda related items.
2 . Donation, Mike Griffis- Sheriff:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve and accept a donation of firearms from
the Ector County Law Enforcement Association to the Ector County Sheriff's Office, and authorize the
County Judge, and any other necessary party, to sign all documents associated with this agenda item.
3 . Road Closure Request, Jeffrey Avery- Public Works Director:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve a road closure on 47th Street in front of
Dos Amigos for a Car Show/Pop-Up Market from 3:00PM-8:00PM on August 1st, 2026, and authorize the
County Judge, and any other necessary party, to sign all documents associated with this agenda item.
4 . July 2026 Auction, Andrea Moralez- Purchasing Agent:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to declare surplus and approve the sale by auction of
the assets and other items on the July 2026 Auction List, in accordance with Title 8, Subtitle B, Chapter
263, Subchapter A, Texas Government Code, and autho
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Mon Jun 29, 2026
Juvenile Board
Juvenile Board to Approve Budget Transfers and New Supervisor Position
The Ector County Juvenile Board will meet to consider approving a $9,050 budget transfer for educational travel, UAs, furniture, and an audit. They will also discuss creating a Clinical Care Supervisor position and approving the quarterly report for the Youth Center ending March 31, 2026. Additionally, the board will act on appointments to the Juvenile Court Appointment List.
- Approve budget transfers totaling $9,050 from Equipment Maintenance & Repair to Educational Travel ($4,500), UAs ($3,000), Dept Furniture ($1,050), and Independent Audit ($500)
- Consider creating a Clinical Care Supervisor position and salary scale
- Approve Matthew Bazeley for appointment to the Juvenile Court Appointment List
- Remove Roxane Blount from the Juvenile Court Appointment List
- Receive update on the new Juvenile Justice Center
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ECTOR COUNTY
JUVENILE PROBATION DEPARTMENT
Ector County Youth Center
140 I E. Yukon Road
Odessa, Texas 79762-3067
(432) 362- 6356
FAX (432) 362-6618
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Honorable Denn Whalen
70th District Court
Ector County Courthouse
Odessa, Texas 79761
Honorable John Shrode
358th District Court
Ector County Courthouse
Odessa, Texas 79761
Honorable Dustin Fawcett
County Judge
Ector County Courthouse
Odessa, Texas 79761
Honorable Justin Low
161 st District Court
Ector County Courthouse
Odessa, Texas 79761
Honorable Sara Kate Shock
4461h District Court
Ector County Courthouse
Odessa, Texas 7976 I
Honorable Brooke Hendricks
County Court at Law
Ector County Courthouse
Odessa, Texas 79761
Honorable Lori Ruiz-Crutcher
244th District Court
Ector County Courthouse
Odessa, Texas 79761
Honorable Christopher Clark
County CoU1t at Law #2
Ector County Courthouse
Odessa, Texas 79761
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There will be a meeting of the Ector County Juvenile Board at 8:30a.m., Monday, June 29, 2026, at the Ector County
Courthouse, in the County Court at Law Courtroom, Odessa, Texas.
The agenda will include:
I. Call meeting to order - establish a quorum.
II. Review and approval of minutes from March 23, 2026.
III. To consider, discuss, and take any necessary actio
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Tue Jun 23, 2026
Commissioners' Court
Commissioners to consider courthouse schematic design and notice to proceed
The Ector County Commissioners' Court will discuss and potentially approve a range of items including a $71,347 budget amendment for building maintenance, an ARPA contract for engineering services on the 3rd Street Water Line, and a subdivision plat for Tripp Heights. They will also receive a cost presentation on the Moss Avenue Corridor reconstruction, consider out-of-state travel for library and GIS staff, and review updates on the courthouse design-build project including parking garage alternates. The meeting includes an executive session on real estate discussions with the City of Odessa and future Health Department property.
- Cost presentation for engineering design and construction of Moss Avenue Corridor from University to Yukon
- ARPA contract with Kimley-Horn for the 3rd Street Water Line project
- Subdivision plat application for Tripp Heights, a 100-acre tract in Precinct 4
- Review of courthouse schematic design and approval of notice to proceed with design development
- Donation of $6,202 from Law Enforcement Partners to the Sheriff's Office
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Ector County Commissioners' Court
June 23, 2026
10:00 AM
Commissioners’ Courtroom, Ector County Administration Building Annex, 1010 E. 8th
St., Odessa, Texas
CALL TO ORDER- Judge Dustin Fawcett
INVOCATION- Commissioner Samantha Russell
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- United States and Texas
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
1. Public Participation/Comments, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer:
To receive public comments on non-agenda related items.
2 . Donation, Mike Griffis- Sheriff:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve a donation of $6,202.00 from Law
Enforcement Partners to the Ector County Sheriff's Office, and authorize the County Judge, and any other
necessary party, to sign all documents associated with this agenda item.
3 . Out-of-State Travel Request, Howard Marks- Library Director:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve out-of-state travel for Howard Marks,
Library Director, to travel to Columbus, OH, for the Association of Bookmobile and Outreach Services
Conference, from October 11th-15th, 2026, and authorize the County Judge, and any other necessary
party, to sign all documents associated with this agenda item.
4 . Out-of-State Travel Request, Eddie Landrum- Development Services Director:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve out-of-state travel for Pamela Berry,
Development Services GIS Manager, to travel to San Diego, CA, for the ESRI Users Conferen
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Ector County Commissioners' Court
June 23, 2026
10:00 AM
Commissioners’ Courtroom, Ector County Administration Building Annex, 1010 E.
8th St., Odessa, Texas
CALL TO ORDER- JUDGE DUSTIN FAWCETT
Dustin Fawcett, County Judge
Mike Gardner, Commissioner Precinct #1
Greg Simmons, Commissioner Precinct #2
Samantha Russell, Commissioner Precinct #3
Billy Hall, Commissioner Precinct #4
Minutes taken by Jennifer Martin, County Clerk
The meeting was called to order at 10:00 a.m.
INVOCATION- COMMISSIONER SAMANTHA RUSSELL
The invocation was led by Commissioner Russell.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- UNITED STATES AND TEXAS
Commissioner Simmons led the pledge of allegiance to the United States flag and the pledge of allegiance
to the Texas flag.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
Public Participation/Comments, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer1.
To receive public comments on non-agenda related items.
Steven Brennan addressed the court to thank them for providing the clean up at 2540 N.
Torrance. He also thanked the church for providing the area for the clean up and
Environmental Enforcement for their help.
After the presentations, Judge Fawcett offered to hear comments from Jacky Perez as
requested but she was no longer in the audience.
Donation, Mike Griffis- Sheriff2.
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve a donation of $6,202.00 from
Law Enforcement Partners to the Ector County Sheriff's Office, and authorize the County Judge,
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Wed Jun 17, 2026
Bail Bond
Bail bond board to consider three new bond applications
The Ector County Bail Bond Board will meet June 17 to approve minutes from March 18 and consider applications from Capps Bail Bond, Alexis Bail Bond, and Norma's Bail Bond. A public comment period is also scheduled.
- Approval of minutes from the March 18, 2026 meeting
- Review and potential approval of Capps Bail Bond application
- Review and potential approval of Alexis Bail Bond application
- Review and potential approval of Norma's Bail Bond application
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✓ Decided: Ector County Bail Bond Board elects new leadership and discusses eBonds system
The Board approved the minutes from the October 15, 2025 meeting. New leadership was established with Brooke Hendricks as Chairperson and Michael Griffis as Co-Chairperson. The Board also reviewed an update regarding eBonds representatives contacting courts about a new online system.
- Approved October 15, 2025 minutes
- Elected Hon. Brooke Hendricks as Chairperson
- Elected Hon. Michael Griffis as Co-Chairperson
- Reviewed eBonds representative outreach regarding new online system
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NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING
ECTOR COUNTY BAIL BOND BOARD
In accordance with Government Code, Chapter 55 1.002, 551 .041 , and 551 .0411 , notice is hereby
given that a Regular Meeting of the Ector County Bail Bond Board will be held June 17, 2026 at
8:30 am in the County Court At Law Room 236 located at JOO N. Grant, Odessa , Texas, at which
time the Board will consider the following items for discussion and possible action, to wit:
ORDER OF BUSINESS
Announcement by the Chairperson Brooke Hendricks whether a quorum is present, identify the
designees as necessary, that the meeting has been duly called and that the notice of the meeting
has been posted for the time and manner required by law.
I. Approval of the Minutes from the meeting on March 18,2026. (Copy of proposed draft of
said Minutes is attached lo this Notice.)
2. Discuss/Review/Approve : Three applications have been received and are pending review
and potential approval by the Bail Bond Board. Capps Bail Bond, Alexis Bail Bond, &
Norma's Bail Bond .
3. Open meeting to public comments.
4. Adjourn meeting.
Signed this the J_ day of xl{jl.,(-
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Hon. Brooke Hendricks
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Notice or Public Meeting
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I, the undersigned, County Clerk of Ector County, do hereby certify that the above Notice of
Regular Meeting of the Ector County Bail Bond Board is a true and correct copy of said Notice,
that I received said Notice, and it was posted on the bulletin
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Bail Bond Board Meeting
03/18/2026 - Courtroom 244th District Court
MINUTES
PRESENT BOARD MEMBERS:
Chairperson Hon. Michael Griffis
Co-Chair Hon. Judge Brooke Hendricks
Hon. John Shrode, District Judge
Hon. Missa Walden, Justice of the Peace Pct.2
Hon. Jennifer Martin, County Clerk
ABSENT:
Hon. Dustin Fawcet, County Judge
Hon. Greg Barber, Assistant District Attorney
Hon. Judy Barker, Bail Bond Company Rep.
Hon. Lupita Navarrete, District Clerk
Hon. Cleopatra Callaway, County Treasurer
Hon. Rudy Moisiuc, Attorney Rep.
OTHERS PRESENT, NON-MEMBERS:
Xiandria Aguirre, County Sheriffs Bond Coordinator
Nahomy Arroyo, County Sheriffs Bond Coordinator
Tina Ronquillo, Chief Deputy Criminal Div. District Clerk
Sara Chavez, Chief Deputy Criminal Div. District Clerk
Debbie Clay, Amigos Bonding
Chairperson Hon. Michael Griffis called meeting to order at 8:51 am
AGENDA:
I. Approve Minutes of the 10/15/2025 Meeting. Motion to approve minutes made by Hon.
Brooke Hendricks. Seconded by Hon. John Shrode. All in favor. Motion passes.
2. Discuss/Review: New Election For Chair Person & Co-Chair Person. Motion was made
by Hon. Missi Walden to have Hon. Brooke Hendricks as Chairperson. & Hon. Michael
Griffis as Co-Chairperson. Seconded by Hon. John Shrode. All in favor. Motion Passed
3. Discuss/Review: Ebonds Rep reaching out to courts to explain new online system being
put in place. Motion was made by Hon. John Shrode. Seconded by Hon. Brooke
Hendricks. All in Favor.
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Tue Jun 9, 2026
Commissioners' Court
Court to consider $4M in Coliseum capital budget amendments
The Commissioners' Court will discuss and vote on over 25 items including two large budget amendments totaling $4 million for Coliseum capital improvements, a $180,000 donation to the Sheriff's Office, renewal of mental health deputy and jail services contracts, and a presentation on the 42nd Street and Moss Avenue intersection project. The court will also go into executive session to discuss legal matters, real estate with the City of Odessa, and economic development for "Project Hawk." Public comments on non-agenda items will be heard.
- Approve $180,000 donation from Bustin' for Badges to Ector County Sheriff's Office
- Two budget amendments transferring $1,432,000 and $2,568,000 to Coliseum Capital Fund for improvements
- Approve Amendment No. 1 to the West Odessa Water Project agreement with Kimley-Horn
- Presentation on proposed 42nd Street and Moss Avenue intersection improvement project
- Executive session to discuss economic development for "Project Hawk" and real estate with City of Odessa
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✓ Decided: Ector County approves several donations, contracts, and personnel hires
The Commissioners' Court approved multiple donations for the Sheriff's Office and South Ector Volunteer Fire Department. The court also authorized various contract renewals, service specifications, and a maintenance technician hire for the Coliseum.
- Approved $180,000.00 donation to Ector County Sheriff's Office (4-0)
- Accepted water well donation for South Ector Volunteer Fire Department (4-0)
- Appointed 2026-2027 Salary Grievance Committee Members (4-0)
- Approved out-of-state travel for Shawn Callendar and Sgt. Kenny Myers (4-0)
- Received presentation on 42nd Street and Moss Avenue intersection project (4-0)
- Approved action regarding future Health Department location (3-1)
- Approved Inmate Communication, Commissary, and Mail Services specifications (4-0)
- Approved Public Works Trucking/Hauling Services specifications (4-0)
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Ector County Commissioners' Court
June 09, 2026
10:00 AM
Commissioners’ Courtroom, Ector County Administration Building Annex, 1010 E. 8th
St., Odessa, Texas
CALL TO ORDER- Judge Dustin Fawcett
INVOCATION- Commissioner Mike Gardner
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- United States and Texas
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
1. Public Participation/Comments, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer:
To receive public comments on non-agenda related items.
2 . Donation, Mike Griffis- Sheriff:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve a donation of $180,000.00 from Bustin' for
Badges to the Ector County Sheriff's Office, and authorize the County Judge, and any other necessary
party, to sign all documents associated with this agenda item.
3 . Donation, Julie Prentice- County Attorney, John Henderson- Commissioners' Court Attorney/Grant
Writer:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to accept a donation of a water well located upon the
existing 2-acres for the South Ector Volunteer Fire Department, from Firebid Petroleum, and authorize
the County Judge, and any other necessary party, to sign all documents associated with this agenda item.
4 . Salary Grievance Committee Member Appointment, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to announce and appoint Salary Grievance Committee
Members for the 2026-2027 Fiscal Year Budget Cycle , in accordance with Title 5, Chapter
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Ector County Commissioners' Court
June 09, 2026
10:00 AM
Commissioners’ Courtroom, Ector County Administration Building Annex, 1010 E.
8th St., Odessa, Texas
CALL TO ORDER- JUDGE DUSTIN FAWCETT
Dustin Fawcett, County Judge
Mike Gardner, Commissioner Precinct #1
Samantha Russell, Commissioner Precinct #3
Billy Hall, Commissioner Precinct #4
Minutes taken by Marco Dominguez, Assistant Chief Deputy Clerk
Absent: Greg Simmons, Commissioner Precinct #2
The meeting was called to order at 10:00 A.M.
INVOCATION- COMMISSIONER MIKE GARDNER
The invocation was led by Commissioner Gardner.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- UNITED STATES AND TEXAS
Commissioner Hall led the pledge of allegiance to the United States flag and the pledge of allegiance to the
Texas flag.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
Public Participation/Comments, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer1.
To receive public comments on non-agenda related items.
Jeff Avery - Public Works Director, gave a presentation of awards to the employees who placed
in the Truck Rodeo in Reeves County.
Francisco Morales - Expressed his concerns about the starting times of the Commissioner
Court Meetings and how he is against the building of a new Data Center.
Joanna Keese - Gave her concerns about the new Data Center that is being considered.
Jim Moody — Talked about the ongoing issues still arising from the junkyard that is in his
neighborhood and how the trash continues to blow into the surrounding yards.
Joshua Davila — Talked a
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Wed Jun 3, 2026
Commissioners' Court
Commissioners to canvass May 26 runoff election votes
The Commissioners' Court will consider and take action to authorize the Elections Department to canvass vote totals from the Joint Primary Runoff Election held May 26, 2026. This is a procedural step to certify the election results.
- Consider authorizing canvass of vote totals for the Joint Primary Runoff Election of May 26, 2026
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✓ Decided: Court authorizes Elections Dept. to canvass May 26 primary runoff results
The Commissioners' Court voted to permit the Ector County Elections Department to canvass vote totals for the Joint Primary Runoff Election held on May 26, 2026. The motion passed unanimously, 4‑0. The court then adjourned the meeting, also by a 4‑0 vote.
- Authorize Elections Department to canvass vote totals for May 26, 2026 runoff (4-0)
- Adjourn meeting (4-0)
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Ector County Commissioners' Court
June 03, 2026
9:00 AM
Commissioners’ Courtroom, Ector County Administration Building Annex, 1010 E.
8th St., Odessa, Texas
CALL TO ORDER- Judge Dustin Fawcett
INVOCATION- Commissioner Mike Gardner
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- United States and Texas
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
1. Canvass Vote Totals, Elizabeth Sertuche- Elections Administrator:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to authorize the Elections Department to Canvass vote
totals for the Joint Primary Runoff Election held on May 26th, 2026.
ADJOURN
If necessary, following any closed or executive meeting, the Commissioners' Court will convene in open session to take
any final action, decision, or vote on any matter deliberated in a closed meeting which has properly been noticed in
compliance with Chapter 551 Government Code of Texas.
If, during the course of the meeting covered by the notice, the Commissioners' Court needs to meet in executive
session, then such closed or executive meeting or session, pursuant to Chapter 551, Government Code of Texas, will
be held by the Commissioners' Court on the date, hour, and place given in this notice or as soon after the
commencement of the meeting covered by this notice as the court may conveniently meet in such closed or executive
meeting or session convening and concerning any and all subjects and for any and all purposes permitted by Chapter
551 of said Government
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Ector County Commissioners' Court
June 03, 2026
9:00 AM
Commissioners’ Courtroom, Ector County Administration Building Annex, 1010 E.
8th St., Odessa, Texas
CALL TO ORDER- JUDGE DUSTIN FAWCETT
Dustin Fawcett, County Judge
Greg Simmons, Commissioner Precinct #2
Samantha Russell, Commissioner Precinct #3
Billy Hall, Commissioner Precinct #4
Minutes taken by Jennifer Martin, County Clerk
Absent:
Mike Gardner, Commissioner Precinct #1
The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m.
INVOCATION- COMMISSIONER MIKE GARDNER
The invocation was led by Commissioner Simmons.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- UNITED STATES AND TEXAS
Commissioner Russell led the pledge of allegiance to the United States flag and the pledge of allegiance to
the Texas flag.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
Canvass Vote Totals, Elizabeth Sertuche- Elections Administrator1.
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to authorize the Elections Department to
Canvass vote totals for the Joint Primary Runoff Election held on May 26th, 2026.
Elizabeth Sertuche, Ector County Elections Administrator, spoke to the court providing details
regarding the reports and voter turnout.
Commissioner Hall made a motion to authorize the Elections Department to Canvass vote
totals for the Joint Primary Runoff Election held on May 26th, 2026; a second was made by
Commissioner Simmons. MOTION PASSED 4-0
ADJOURN
Time: 9:03 a.m.
With no further business to discuss a motion to adjourn was made by Commissioner Simmons with
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Tue May 26, 2026
Commissioners' Court
Commissioners' Court holds public hearing on tax‑abatement zone for West Murphy St.
The Ector County Commissioners' Court will consider a range of items, including a public hearing on a tax‑abatement and Reinvestment Zone application for a 20.321‑acre tract on West Murphy Street. Other actions include approving a donation of $8,000 for bullet‑proof vests, awarding bids for Coliseum renovation and water‑improvement services, and authorizing a $398,255.35 purchase of five Chevy Tahoes for the Sheriff’s Office. The court will also review several development proposals, a street closure, and various financial and legal matters.
- Public hearing on EMPower USA LLC tax‑abatement and Reinvestment Zone for West Murphy Street
- $8,000 donation from Two Rivers Pipeline Construction Co. to the Sheriff’s Office for bullet‑proof vests
- Bid award to Pharr & Company for renovation of Ector County Coliseum Buildings B & C
- Sponsorship and Advertising Agreement granting $15,000 total rights to Odessa Chamber of Commerce for Coliseum ADA ramp
- Purchase of five 2026 Chevy Tahoes for the Sheriff’s Office at a cost of $398,255.35
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✓ Decided: Commissioners approved a Reinvestment Zone tax abatement and multiple contracts
The court approved the reappointment of Gus Ortega to the PermiaCare Board and an $8,000 donation for sheriff's bullet‑proof vests. It authorized a temporary street closure for a festival, several bid awards for county projects, and a $15,000 three‑year sponsorship for the Coliseum. A Reinvestment Zone designation with tax abatement for EMPower USA was also approved.
- Reappointed Gus Ortega to PermiaCare Board (4-0)
- Approved $8,000 donation from Two Rivers Pipeline for sheriff's vests (4-0)
- Authorized temporary street closure on 47th St. Aug 29 for pop‑market (4-0)
- Approved bid award to Pharr & Company for Coliseum Buildings B&C renovation (4-0)
- Approved bid award to Kimley‑Horn for 3rd Street water‑improvement services (4-0)
- Approved EMPower USA Reinvestment Zone designation and tax abatement (3-1)
- Approved Coliseum sponsorship and advertising agreement with Odessa Chamber (4-0)
- Accepted ECISD deed of property at Kellus Turner Park (4-0)
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Ector County Commissioners' Court
May 26, 2026
10:00 AM
Commissioners’ Courtroom, Ector County Administration Building Annex, 1010 E. 8th
St., Odessa, Texas
CALL TO ORDER- Judge Dustin Fawcett
INVOCATION- Commissioner Billy Hall
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- United States and Texas
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
1. Public Participation/Comments, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer:
To receive public comments on non-agenda related items.
2 . Board of Trustees of PermiaCare Reappointment Request, Debbie Clay- Commissioners' Court
Administrative Assistant, Cheryl McLaughlin- PermiaCare:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve the reappointment of Gus Ortega to the
Board of Trustees of PermiaCare, and authorize the County Judge, and any other necessary party, to sign
all documents associated with this agenda item.
3 . Donation, Mike Griffis- Sheriff:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve an $8,000.00 donation from Two Rivers
Pipeline Construction Co., Inc., to the Ector County Sheriff’s Office for bulletproof vests, and authorize the
County Judge, and any other necessary party, to sign all documents associated with this agenda item.
4 . Street Closure Request, Jeffrey Avery- Public Works Director:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve a temporary street closure on August 29th,
2026, for a pop-market and food trucks on 47th Street between Golder Avenue and Webb Avenu
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Ector County Commissioners' Court
May 26, 2026
10:00 AM
Commissioners’ Courtroom, Ector County Administration Building Annex, 1010 E.
8th St., Odessa, Texas
CALL TO ORDER- JUDGE DUSTIN FAWCETT
Dustin Fawcett, County Judge
Mike Gardner, Commissioner Precinct #1
Greg Simmons, Commissioner Precinct #2
Samantha Russell, Commissioner Precinct #3
Minutes taken by Jennifer Martin, County Clerk
Absent:
Billy Hall, Commissioner Precinct #4
The meeting was called to order at 10:00 a.m.
INVOCATION- COMMISSIONER BILL Y HALL
The invocation was led by Commissioner Russell.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- UNITED STATES AND TEXAS
Commissioner Gardner led the pledge of allegiance to the United States flag and the pledge of allegiance
to the Texas flag.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
Public Participation/Comments, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer1.
To receive public comments on non-agenda related items.
There were no public participants.
Board of Trustees of PermiaCare Reappointment Request, Debbie Clay- Commissioners' Court 2.
Administrative Assistant, Cheryl McLaughlin- PermiaCare
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve the reappointment of Gus
Ortega to the Board of Trustees of PermiaCare, and authorize the County Judge, and any other
necessary party, to sign all documents associated with this agenda item.
Commissioner Simmons made a motion to approve the reappointment of Gus Ortega to the
Board of Trustees of PermiaCare, and authorize the County
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Tue May 12, 2026
Commissioners' Court
County considering 90-day burn ban due to drought conditions
The Commissioners' Court will consider adopting a county-wide burn ban for 90 days due to drought and fire danger. They will also discuss a fuel card agreement with Sewell Fleet Management, food truck permit fees, and subdivision plats for Westgate Acres and Gardendale Terrace. Executive sessions are scheduled for airport legal matters and a proposed tax abatement for 'Project Power South'.
- Adopt 90-day county-wide burn ban effective immediately
- Approve fuel card agreement with Sewell Fleet Management
- Discuss food truck permit fees and prorating refunds
- Approve variance application for Westgate Acres Subdivision 7th Filing
- Approve subdivision plat for Gardendale Terrace 4th Filing
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✓ Decided: Library to close on July 4, 2026 for Independence Day
The Commissioners' Court approved the library's closure on Saturday, July 4, 2026, by a 5‑0 vote. A county‑wide burn ban was tabled, also 5‑0. The court denied a variance for Westgate Acres Subdivision. Several other items were approved, including a grant application, a partnership renewal, a construction‑materials contract, a subdivision plat, and a clerk fund increase.
- Approved Library closure on July 4, 2026 (5-0)
- Tabled County-wide Burn Ban (5-0)
- Denied Westgate Acres Subdivision variance (5-0)
- Approved Grant application to PBRPC (5-0)
- Approved renewal of GOPB Community Partnership Agreement (5-0)
- Approved Construction Materials Testing contract with Beyond Engineering (5-0)
- Approved Subdivision Plat for Gardendale Terrace (5-0)
- Approved increase of County Clerk Change Fund to $800 (5-0)
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Ector County Commissioners' Court
May 12, 2026
10:00 AM
Commissioners’ Courtroom, Ector County Administration Building Annex, 1010 E. 8th
St., Odessa, Texas
CALL TO ORDER- Judge Dustin Fawcett
INVOCATION- Commissioner Samantha Russell
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- United States and Texas
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
1. Public Participation/Comments, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer:
To receive public comments on non-agenda related items.
2 . Presentation, Jeffrey Avery- Public Works Director:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to receive a presentation from Sewell Fleet
Management regarding fuel cards and associated agreement discussions, and authorize the County
Judge, and any other necessary party, to sign all documents associated with this agenda item.
3 . Holiday Closure Request, Howard Marks- Library Director:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve the Library closing on Saturday, July 4th,
2026, for Independence Day, and authorize the County Judge, and any other necessary party, to sign all
documents associated with this agenda item.
4 . Burn Ban, Jesse Garcia- Environmental Enforcement/Emergency Management:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve the adoption of a County-wide Burn Ban ,
effective immediately, for a period of ninety (90) days due to ongoing drought conditions, low humidity,
elevated fire danger, and the potential threat to public health an
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Ector County Commissioners' Court
May 12, 2026
10:00 AM
Commissioners’ Courtroom, Ector County Administration Building Annex, 1010 E.
8th St., Odessa, Texas
CALL TO ORDER- JUDGE DUSTIN FAWCETT
Dustin Fawcett, County Judge
Mike Gardner, Commissioner Precinct #1
Greg Simmons, Commissioner Precinct #2
Samantha Russell, Commissioner Precinct #3
Billy Hall, Commissioner Precinct #4
Minuets taken by Marco Dominguez, Assistant Chief Deputy Clerk
The meeting was called to order at 10:00 A.M.
INVOCATION- COMMISSIONER SAMANTHA RUSSELL
The invocation was led by Commissioner Russell.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- UNITED STATES AND TEXAS
Commissioner Simmons led the pledge of allegiance to the United States flag and the pledge of allegiance
to the Texas flag.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
Public Participation/Comments, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer1.
To receive public comments on non-agenda related items.
Keith Cole — Advised the court on the roadways out in Precinct #1, which have overgrown
grass and trash that blocks the visibility of the roadway.
Michele Lee Spinks — Talked about donations that were received for Kellus Turner Park and
how those donations could help improve the landscape for the community to enjoy.
Jim Moody — Expressed his concerns in his neighborhood and how there is trash being thrown
into their yards by a neighboring company.
NO ACTION WAS TAKEN ON THIS ITEM
Presentation, Jeffrey Avery- Public Works Director2.
To consider, discuss, and tak
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Tue Apr 28, 2026
Commissioners' Court
Ector County Court to review water project and road condition reports
The Commissioners' Court will receive updates on the Ector County Water Project and a road condition report. The body is also considering several contracts, including health grants and airport agreements, and the approval of election officials for the May 26th runoff.
- Immunization Grant FY 2027 amendment adding $191,873.00
- Mobile Food Inspection Services contract not to exceed $106,517.00
- Adjustment of a donation from Parkhill, Smith, and Cooper Inc. from $10,000.00 to $7,238.00
- Total loss declaration and disposal of a 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe (Unit # 1096)
- Subdivision Plat Application for Allsups Pleasant Farms (6.000-acre tract)
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✓ Decided: County approved $191,873 immunization grant amendment for FY 2027
The Commissioners' Court approved several proclamations and adjusted a donation. It also authorized key contracts and agreements, including a three‑year airport FBO contract and a $191,873 amendment to the immunization grant for FY 2027. All motions passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote.
- Approved Elder Abuse Awareness Month proclamation (5-0)
- Approved National Police Week & Peace Officers Memorial Day proclamation (5-0)
- Approved altering Parkhill, Smith, and Cooper Inc. donation to $7,238 (5-0)
- Approved Early Voting Clerks and Election Day Judges for May 26, 2026 election (5-0)
- Approved Total Loss Declaration for Sheriff's Office 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe (5-0)
- Approved Invitation for Bid specifications for All‑Season Pre‑Coated Mixture (5-0)
- Approved three‑year CAA Preferred FBO contract for Odessa‑Schlemeyer Field Airport (5-0)
- Approved amendment adding $191,873 to immunization grant FY 2027 (5-0)
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Ector County Commissioners' Court
April 28, 2026
10:00 AM
Commissioners’ Courtroom, Ector County Administration Building Annex, 1010 E. 8th
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ALL TO ORDER- Judge Dustin Fawcett
INVOCATION- Commissioner Greg Simmons
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- United States and Texas
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PECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
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. Presentation, Steve Paz- County Extension Agent:
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o consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to receive a presentation and recognize Ector County
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ason, and authorize the County Judge, and any other necessary party, to sign all documents associated
with this agenda item.
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. Kimley-Horn Presentation, Claire Alvarado- Public Works Engineer:
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o consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to receive a presentation from Kimley-Horn regarding
an update on the Ector County Water Project, and authorize the County Judge, and any other necessary
party, to sign all documents associated with this agenda item.
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. Presentation: Road Condition Report, Jeffrey Avery- Public Works Director:
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o consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to receive a presentation from Jeffrey
Avery, Public Works Director, regarding the Road Condition Report, and authorize the County Judge, and
any other necessary party, to si
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Ector County Commissioners' Court
April 28, 2026
10:00 AM
Commissioners’ Courtroom, Ector County Administration Building Annex, 1010 E.
8th St., Odessa, Texas
CALL TO ORDER- JUDGE DUSTIN FAWCETT
Dustin Fawcett, County Judge
Mike Gardner, Commissioner Precinct #1
Greg Simmons, Commissioner Precinct #2
Samantha Russell, Commissioner Precinct #3
Billy Hall, Commissioner Precinct #4
Minutes taken by Marco Dominguez, Assistant Chief Deputy Clerk
The meeting was called to order at 10:00 A.M.
INVOCATION- COMMISSIONER GREG SIMMONS
The invocation was led by Commissioner Simmons.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- UNITED STATES AND TEXAS
Commissioner Gardner led the pledge of allegiance to the United States flag and the pledge of allegiance
to the Texas flag.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
Public Participation/Comments, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer1.
To receive public comments on non-agenda related items.
Shirley Kelly — Talked about the concerns in West Ector County on the water and how she
helped with promoting the surveys to get feedback from the people who live out there.
Jeff Russell — Asked a question he had for Judge Fawcett during his campaign about a donor
who gave a large amount.
Ronnie Lewis — Congratulated the Commissioners and the County Judge on the tremendous
work they have been doing for the County, moving this town into the right direction.
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Presentation, Steve Paz- County Extension Agent2.
To consider, discuss, and
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Wed Apr 15, 2026
Bail Bond
Tue Apr 14, 2026
Commissioners' Court
Ector County considers over $54 million in budget amendments for building projects
The Commissioners' Court will discuss several large budget amendments for capital projects and building maintenance. The body is also reviewing development applications, library grants, and an interlocal agreement with the City of Odessa.
- Budget amendments totaling $54,031,226 for building maintenance and capital projects
- A $40,500 donation from Barnhart Bolt & Special to the Ector County Sheriff's Office
- A $18,181.75 lease bonus from Venture Royalty Partners for land beneath CR 2020
- Interlocal Agreement with the City of Odessa regarding building permits and inspections
- Subdivision Plat Application for La Junta Estates, 1st Filing (31.16-acres)
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✓ Decided: County Court approves tax abatement extension and multiple community initiatives
The Commissioners’ Court unanimously approved a proclamation designating April 29, 2026 as National Fentanyl Awareness Day. It also approved a $40,500 donation to the Sheriff’s Office, a lease renewal with Financial Fitness, and an interlocal agreement with the City of Odessa. A one‑year extension of the tax‑abatement agreement with Seragio BESS, LLC was approved by a 3‑2 vote. Additional approvals included library grants, an airport safety protocol, and several MHRC development proposals.
- Proclamation National Fentanyl Awareness Day approved (5‑0)
- $40,500 donation to Ector County Sheriff’s Office approved (5‑0)
- Lease Agreement Renewal with Financial Fitness approved (5‑0)
- Interlocal Agreement with City of Odessa approved (5‑0)
- One‑Year Tax Abatement Agreement extension with Seragio BESS, LLC approved (3‑2)
- Airport Post‑Accident Safety Protocol approved (5‑0)
- TX Reads “1000 Books Before Kindergarten” grant accepted (5‑0)
- MHRC Development Proposal for 7523 W. 26th St. approved (5‑0)
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CALL TO ORDER- Judge Dustin Fawcett
INVOCATION- Commissioner Mike Gardner
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- United States and Texas
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
1. Public Participation/Comments, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer:
To receive public comments on non-agenda related items.
2 . Proclamation, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve a Proclamation declaring April 29th, 2026,
as National Fentanyl Awareness Day, and authorize the County Judge, and any other necessary party, to
sign all documents associated with this agenda item.
3 . Donation, Mike Griffis- Sheriff:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve a $40,500.00 donation from Barnhart Bolt
& Special to the Ector County Sheriff's Office, and authorize the County Judge, and any other necessary
party, to sign all documents associated with this agenda item.
4 . Hoopla Database: EC Library, Howard Marks- Library Director:
To consider, discuss and take any necessary action to approve setting up and maintaining a new
consortium with other libraries in West Texas for the Hoopla Database, and authorize the County Judge,
and any other necessary party, to sign all documents associated with this agenda item.
CONTRACTS/AGREEMENTS/GRANTS
5. Lease Agreement Renewal, Debbie Clay- Commissioners' Court Administrative Assistant:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve the
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Ector County Commissioners' Court
April 14, 2026
10:00 AM
Commissioners’ Courtroom, Ector County Administration Building Annex, 1010 E.
8th St., Odessa, Texas
CALL TO ORDER- JUDGE DUSTIN FAWCETT
Dustin Fawcett, County Judge
Mike Gardner, Commissioner Precinct #1
Greg Simmons, Commissioner Precinct #2
Samantha Russell, Commissioner Precinct #3
Billy Hall, Commissioner Precinct #4
Minutes taken by Jennifer Martin, County Clerk
The meeting was called to order at 10:00 a.m.
INVOCATION- COMMISSIONER MIKE GARDNER
The invocation was led by Commissioner Gardner.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- UNITED STATES AND TEXAS
Commissioner Hall led the pledge of allegiance to the United States flag and the pledge of allegiance to the
Texas flag.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
Public Participation/Comments, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer1.
To receive public comments on non-agenda related items.
Jim Moody, 1544 S. Shauneeta, Odessa, TX, spoke regarding all the junk and hazardous
conditions that some truck companies are creating.
Shirley Jo Kelley, 4741 N. Flamingo, Odessa, TX, discussed concerns regarding the lack of
water connections for residents in her neighborhood.
Proclamation, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer2.
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve a Proclamation declaring April
29th, 2026, as National Fentanyl Awareness Day, and authorize the County Judge, and any other
necessary party, to sign all documents associated with thi
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Tue Mar 31, 2026
Commissioners' Court
Commissioners' Court will consider a $218,392.84 City Cat 5006 sweeper purchase.
The Commissioners' Court will discuss and vote on a range of items, including public comments, a proclamation for National Crime Victims' Rights Week, and the early voting schedule for the May 26th Joint Primary Runoff Election. They will approve several contracts and agreements, such as a lease renewal for office space, a roof replacement bid, and a request for engineering services for 3rd Street water improvements. The agenda also includes personnel reclassifications and hires, budget amendments, and a budget discussion for the new Juvenile Justice Center construction project. Finally, the court will receive updates on the courthouse project and consider multiple legal matters in executive session.
- Approve purchase of a City Cat 5006 Sweeper for $218,392.84 for the Coliseum
- Approve bid award for Ector County Annex Roof Replacement to Core Commercial Roofing
- Approve lease agreement renewal for office space in the Ector County Annex Building, Room #109
- Discuss budget amendment for the Juvenile Justice Center construction project
- Approve subdivision plat application for Hogares De Rancho, Phase II (132.55 acres)
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✓ Decided: Commissioners' Court approved early voting schedule for May 26 runoff election
The court unanimously approved a proclamation for National Crime Victims' Rights Week and the early‑voting schedule, vote‑center locations, and notice for the May 26, 2026 Joint Primary Runoff Election. It also approved the request for qualifications for 3rd Street Water Improvements, a roof‑replacement bid, the TAC property‑insurance renewal, and an agreement with LCA for the Kellus‑Turner Park replat. A personnel reclassification for a Public Works employee was approved by a 3‑2 vote, and a $4,998 budget amendment for Sheriff law‑enforcement supplies passed unanimously.
- Proclamation for National Crime Victims' Rights Week approved (5-0)
- Early Voting Schedule, Election Day Vote Centers, and Notice of Election for May 26 runoff approved (5-0)
- RFQ specifications for 3rd Street Water Improvements approved (5-0)
- Ector County Annex Roof Replacement bid award approved (5-0)
- TAC Property Insurance Renewal Questionnaire approved (5-0)
- Agreement with LCA for Kellus‑Turner Park replat approved (5-0)
- Public Works employee reclassified to Special Projects Foreman approved (3-2)
- Budget amendment for Sheriff law‑enforcement supplies ($4,998) approved (5-0)
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CALL TO ORDER- Judge Dustin Fawcett
INVOCATION- Commissioner Billy Hall
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- United States and Texas
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
1. Public Participation/Comments, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer:
To receive public comments on non-agenda related items.
2 . Proclamation, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve a Proclamation declaring April 19th–25th,
2026, as National Crime Victims' Rights Week, and authorize the County Judge, and any other necessary
party, to sign all documents associated with this agenda item.
3 . Joint Primary Runoff Election: Early Voting Schedule, Election Day Vote Centers & Notice of
Election, Elizabeth Sertuche- Elections Administrator:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve the Early Voting Schedule, Election Day
Vote Centers, and Notice of Election for the May 26th, 2026, Joint Primary Runoff Election, and authorize
the County Judge, and any other necessary party, to sign all documents associated with this agenda item.
AWARD OF BIDS/PROPOSALS
4. Request for Qualifications: Engineering/Architectural/Surveying Services (3rd Street Water
Improvements), Andrea Moralez- Purchasing Agent:
To consider, discuss, or take any necessary action to approve the Request for Qualifications
Specifications for Engineering/Architectural/Surveying Service (3rd Street Water Improvements), RFQ No.
2026- RFQ-115 ,
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Ector County Commissioners' Court
March 31, 2026
10:00 AM
Commissioners’ Courtroom, Ector County Administration Building Annex, 1010 E.
8th St., Odessa, Texas
CALL TO ORDER- JUDGE DUSTIN FAWCETT
Dustin Fawcett, County Judge
Mike Gardner, Commissioner Precinct #1
Greg Simmons, Commissioner Precinct #2
Samantha Russell, Commissioner Precinct #3
Billy Hall, Commissioner Precinct #4
Minutes taken by Jennifer Martin, County Clerk
The meeting was called to order at 10:02 a.m.
INVOCATION- COMMISSIONER BILL Y HALL
The invocation was led by Commissioner Hall.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- UNITED STATES AND TEXAS
Commissioner Russell led the pledge of allegiance to the United States flag and the pledge of allegiance to
the Texas flag.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
Public Participation/Comments, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer1.
To receive public comments on non-agenda related items.
Michele Lee Spinks, 1716 N. Roadrunner Ave, Odessa provided an update on a visit at the
Meteor Crater and the positive experience that she had.
Proclamation, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer2.
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve a Proclamation declaring April
19th–25th, 2026, as National Crime Victims' Rights Week, and authorize the County Judge, and
any other necessary party, to sign all documents associated with this agenda item.
Attachments
1. AGENDA ITEM #2.PDF
Commissioner Simmons made a motion to approve a Proclamation declaring April 19t
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Mon Mar 23, 2026
Juvenile Board
Board will approve budget amendments moving $100 and $1,175 between accounts
The Juvenile Board will consider and act on several routine items, including approval of the department's financial statements, audit report, meeting minutes, and quarterly youth center report. It will also vote on specific budget amendments that reallocate $100 and $1,175 among internal accounts. Additional agenda items cover an alternative referral plan with the District Attorney, a contract amendment with Alcohol Monitoring Systems Inc., and a service agreement for the Guardian camera system.
- Approve Financial Statements and Independent Auditor's Report for period ending August 31, 2025
- Approve minutes from the December 12, 2025 meeting
- Approve Quarterly Report of the Ector County Youth Center for period ending December 31, 2025
- Approve budget amendments: move $100 from Prof Services to Other General and $1,175 from Other General to Office Supplies
- Approve Amendment I to the Master Agency Agreement with Alcohol Monitoring Systems Inc. for GPS ankle monitor services
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✓ Decided: Board unanimously voted not to renew Guardian camera system service agreement
The Ector County Juvenile Board approved the Independent Auditor's Report, the December 12, 2025 minutes, the quarterly reports for 2025, budget amendments, the Alternative Referral Plan with the District Attorney, and an amendment to the GPS ankle‑monitor contract. It also voted unanimously to not renew the department's Guardian camera system service agreement. The meeting adjourned at 9:21 a.m.
- Approved Independent Auditor's Report (unanimous)
- Approved December 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved quarterly reports for 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved department budget amendments (unanimous)
- Approved Alternative Referral Plan/Agreement with District Attorney (unanimous)
- Approved Amendment 1 to Master Agency Agreement with Alcohol Monitoring Systems for GPS ankle monitors (unanimous)
- Voted not to renew Guardian camera system service agreement (unanimous)
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ECTOR COUNTY
JUVENILE PROBATION DEPARTMENT
Ector County Youth Center
1401 E. Yukon Road
Odessa, Texas 79762-3067
(432) 362- 6356
FAX (432) 362-6618
Honorable Brooke Hendricks
County Court at Law
Kevin Mann
Director
Maria Sosa
Deputy Director
March 12, 2026
Honorable Denn Whalen
70th District Court
Ector County Courthouse
Odessa, Texas 79761
Honorable John Shrode
358th District Court
Ector County Courthouse
Odessa, Texas .79761 ·
Honorable Dustin Fawcett
County Judge
Ector County Courthouse
Odessa, Texas 79761 ·
Honorable Justin Low
161 st District Court
Ector County Courthouse
Odessa, Texas 79761
Honorable Sara Kate Shock
4461h District Court
Ector County Courthouse
Odessa, Texas 79761. •
. Honorable Brooke Hendricks
County Court at Law
Ector County Courthouse
Odessa; TX 79761
Honorable Lori Ruiz-Crutcher
244th District Court
Ector County Courthouse
Odessa, Texas 79761
Honorable Christopher Clark
County Court at Law #2
Ector County Courthouse
Odessa, Texas 79761
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There will be a meeting of the Juvenile Board, at 8:30am, Monday, March 23, 2026, at the Ector County Courthouse,
in the County Court at Law Courtroom, Odessa, Texas ..
The agenda will include:.
I. Call meeting to order. Establish a quorum.
II. To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve the Financial Statements and Independent
Auditor's Report, of the Ect
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ECTOR COUNTY
2026 JUL - I AM 10: 3 2
JUVENILE PROBATION DEPARTMENT
Ector County Youth Center
140 I E. Yukon Road
Odessa, Texas 79762-3067
(432) 362-6356
FAX (432) 362-6618
County Court at Law
Kevin Mann
Director
Maria Sosa
Deputy Director
March 23, 2026
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
The Ector County Juvenile Board met on the 23rd day of March 2026, at the Ector County Courthouse, County
Court at Law Courtroom, Odessa, Texas.
Members present were Judge Hendricks, Board Chair; Judges: Whalen, Low, Ruiz-Crutcher, Shock, Shrode,
Clark, and Fawcett.
Judge Hendricks called the meeting to order at 8:35am.
The Independent Auditor's Report of the Ector County Youth Center, for the period ending August 31, 2025, was
reviewed and discussed. Judge Clark moved to accept the audit; Judge Low seconded the motion. The motion passed
unanimously.
Board members reviewed the filing of the minutes from December 12, 2025. Judge Fawcett moved to approve
the minutes; Judge Clark seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
The Board discussed and considered for approval the Quarterly Reports for the period ending December 31, 2025.
Judge Clark moved to approve the reports; Judge Low seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
The Board discussed and considered for approval department budget amendments. Judge Clark moved to
approve the amendments; Judge Whalen seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
The Board discussed and considered for appr
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Wed Mar 18, 2026
Bail Bond
Ector County Bail Bond Board to elect 2026 leadership
The Ector County Bail Bond Board will meet to vote for a new Chairperson and Co-Chairperson for 2026. The board will also review a request from EBonds representative Christi Mcdowell to conduct a system walkthrough for the courts.
- Election of 2026 Chairperson and Co-Chairperson
- Review of EBonds system walkthrough request by Christi Mcdowell
- Approval of October 15, 2025 meeting minutes
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NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING
ECTOR COUNTY BAIL BOND BOARD
In accordance with Government Code, Chapter 551.002, 551.041, and 551.0411 , notice is hereby
given that a Regular Meeting of the Ector County Bail Bond Board will be held March 18, 2026
at 8:30 am in the County Court At Law Room 236 located at 300 N. Grant, Odessa, Texas, at
which time the Board will consider the following items for discussion and possible action, to wit:
ORDER OF BUSINESS
Announcement by the Chairperson Michael Griffis whether a quorum is present , identify the
designees as necessary, that the meeting has been duly called and that the notice of the meeting
has been posted for the time and manner required by law.
1. Approval of the Minutes from the meeting on October 15, 2025. (Copy of proposed draft
of said Minutes is attached to this Notice.)
2. Discuss/Review/Approve: Vote for new Chairperson & Co- Chairperson for this year
(2026).
3. Discuss/Review/Approve: Any old business. EBonds representative Christi Mcdowell
wanting to reach out to the courts for walk through of the Ebonds system.
4. Open meeting to public comments .
5. Adjourn meeting.
Ector County Bail Bond Board
Notice of Public Meeting
Page l of2
Signed this the Jf)__ day of ma(CYJ
Hon. Sheriff Mike Griffis
2025 Chairperson
I, the undersigned, County Clerk of Ector County, do hereby certify that the above Notice of
Regular Meeting of the Ector County Bail Bond Board is a true and correct copy of said Notice,
that I
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Tue Mar 17, 2026
Commissioners' Court
Ector County considers $2.7M jail equipment budget amendment
The Commissioners' Court will discuss several budget amendments, including funding for jail and road equipment. The body is also reviewing subdivision plat applications and a concession partnership for the Ector County Coliseum.
- Budget amendment of $2,720,739.00 for Sales Tax Jail Special Departmental Equipment
- Budget amendment of $360,000.00 for Sales Tax Road Department Motor Vehicle Equipment
- Bid award for Ector County Coliseum Concession Partnership Program to Block Entertainment Group, LLC
- Subdivision plat applications for Hogares De Rancho Phase II (132.55 acres), Silver Spur Estates (59.989 acres), and Herrera Subdivision (3.146 acres)
- Resolution to submit the Operation Stonegarden Grant Application to the Office of the Governor
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✓ Decided: Commissioners approved the Operation Stonegarden Grant application submission (5-0)
The Commissioners Court authorized the submission of the Operation Stonegarden Grant to the Governor and designated County Judge Dustin Fawcett as the authorized official, passing the resolution 5‑0. They also approved out‑of‑state travel for Marco Dominguez to the Tyler Connect Conference (5‑0) and later approved travel for multiple officials to the Washington Fly‑In (3‑2). The court rejected all proposals for the Office Supplies and Toner/Ink Cartridges RFP (5‑0) and awarded the Coliseum Concession Partnership contract to Block Entertainment Group, LLC (5‑0). Additional agreements and easements, including a professional services amendment, an interlocal anti‑gang agreement, and a blanket refuse collection easement, were all approved unanimously.
- Approved Operation Stonegarden Grant application submission (5-0)
- Approved out-of-state travel for Marco Dominguez to Tyler Connect Conference (5-0)
- Approved out-of-state travel for multiple officials to Washington Fly-In (3-2)
- Rejected all proposals for Office Supplies and Toner/Ink Cartridges RFP‑074 (5-0)
- Awarded Coliseum Concession Partnership contract to Block Entertainment Group, LLC (5-0)
- Approved Professional Services Amendment NR.02 to Agreement NR.500 with CIS (5-0)
- Approved Interlocal Agreement with The Permian Basin Texas Anti‑Gang Center (5-0)
- Approved Blanket Refuse Collection Easement with City of Odessa (5-0)
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CALL TO ORDER- Judge Dustin Fawcett
INVOCATION- Commissioner Samantha Russell
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- United States and Texas
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
1. Public Participation/Comments, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer:
To receive public comments on non-agenda related items.
2 . Presentation, Jeff Avery- Public Works Director:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to receive a presentation about the completion of
Ector County's first fully in-house paving project on Almond Avenue.
3 . Resolution: Operation Stonegarden Grant, Mike Griffis- Sheriff:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve a Resolution authorizing the submission of
the Operation Stonegarden Grant Application to the Office of the Governor, to designate Dustin Fawcett,
Ector County Judge, as the grantee's authorized official, and authorize the County Judge, and any other
necessary party, to sign all documents associated with this agenda item.
4 . Out-of-State Travel Request, Jennifer Martin- County Clerk:
To consider, discuss and take any necessary action to approve out-of-state travel for Marco
Dominguez, Assistant Chief Deputy, to attend the Tyler Connect Conference, April 7th-10th, 2026, in Las
Vegas, NV, and authorize the County Judge, and any other necessary party, to sign all documents
associated with this agenda item; the cost of this conference was approved during the budget approval
process for this fiscal year.
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CALL TO ORDER- JUDGE DUSTIN FAWCETT
Dustin Fawcett, County Judge
Mike Gardner, Commissioner Precinct #1
Greg Simmons, Commissioner Precinct #2
Samantha Russell, Commissioner Precinct #3
Billy Hall, Commissioner Precinct #4
Minutes taken by Jennifer Martin, County Clerk
The meeting was called to order at 10:00 a.m.
INVOCATION- COMMISSIONER SAMANTHA RUSSELL
The invocation was led by Commissioner Russell.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- UNITED STATES AND TEXAS
Commissioner Gardner led the pledge of allegiance to the United States flag and the pledge of allegiance
to the Texas flag.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
Public Participation/Comments, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer1.
To receive public comments on non-agenda related items.
Christine Holcomb invited the court to attend a celebration at the White Pool House and some
facts about the community's Irish roots.
Presentation, Jeff Avery- Public Works Director2.
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to receive a presentation about the
completion of Ector County's first fully in-house paving project on Almond Avenue.
Jeff Avery gave a report regarding the paving project on Almond Avenue.
NO ACTION WAS TAKEN ON THIS ITEM
Resolution: Operation Stonegarden Grant, Mike Griffis- Sheriff3.
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve a Resolution authorizing the
submission of the Operation Stonegarden Grant Application to the Office of the Governor, to
designate Dustin Fawcett, E
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Wed Mar 11, 2026
Commissioners' Court
Commissioners' Court to authorize canvassing of March 3, 2026 Joint Primary votes
The Ector County Commissioners' Court will discuss and decide whether to authorize the Elections Department to canvass the vote totals from the Joint Primary Election held on March 3, 2026. The item is presented by Elections Administrator Elizabeth Sertuche. The meeting includes standard procedural openings and a closing adjournment.
- Authorize the Elections Department to canvass vote totals for the March 3, 2026 Joint Primary Election
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✓ Decided: Court approved Elections Dept. to canvass March 3 primary vote totals
The Ector County Commissioners' Court voted unanimously to authorize the Elections Department to canvass the vote totals for the Joint Primary Election held March 3, 2026. The motion was made by Commissioner Gardner, seconded by Commissioner Russell, and passed 5‑0. The court also adjourned the meeting by a 5‑0 vote.
- Approved Elections Department canvass of March 3, 2026 primary vote totals (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
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CALL TO ORDER- Judge Dustin Fawcett
INVOCATION- Commissioner Greg Simmons
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- United States and Texas
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
1. Canvass Vote Totals, Elizabeth Sertuche- Elections Administrator:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to authorize the Elections Department to Canvass
vote totals for the Joint Primary Election held on March 3rd, 2026.
ADJOURN
Deputy Ector County ClerkThe Ector County Commissioners' Court meetings are available to all persons regardless of disability. Individuals with disabilities who require special assistance should contact the Ector County Commissioners' Assistant at (432) 498-4000 or 1070 East 8th Street, Room 778, Odessa, Texas 79761 during normal business hours and at least one (1) business day in advance.
If necessarv. followins anv closed or meetins. the Commissioners' Court will
convene in open session to take any final action. decision, or vote on any matter deliberated
in a closed meetins which has nronerlv noticed in comnliance with Chanter 551
Government Code of Texas.
Ifo during the course of the meeting covered by the noticeo the Commissioners' Court needs
to meet in executive session, then such closed or executive meeting or session, pursuant to
Chapter 5510 Government Code of Texaso will be held by the Commissioners' Court on the
date, hour, and place given in this notice or as soon after the commencement of the meeting
covered by this notice as the Court may conve
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CALL TO ORDER- JUDGE DUSTIN FAWCETT
Dustin Fawcett, County Judge
Mike Gardner, Commissioner Precinct #1
Greg Simmons, Commissioner Precinct #2
Samantha Russell, Commissioner Precinct #3
Billy Hall, Commissioner Precinct #4
Minutes taken by Marco Dominguez, Assistant Chief Deputy Clerk
The meeting was called to order at 09:06 a.m.
INVOCATION- COMMISSIONER GREG SIMMONS
The invocation was led by Commissioner Simmons.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- UNITED STATES AND TEXAS
Commissioner Gardner led the pledge of allegiance to the United States flag and the pledge of allegiance
to the Texas flag.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
Canvass Vote Totals, Elizabeth Sertuche- Elections Administrator1.
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to authorize the Elections Department to
Canvass vote totals for the Joint Primary Election held on March 3rd, 2026.
Minutes Attachments
1. March 3, 2026 DEM. Cumm. Report.pdf
2. March 3, 2026 REP . Cumm. Report.pdf
Elizabeth Sertuche - Elections Administrator, explained the results on the Canvass vote totals
for the Joint Primary Election held on March 3rd, 2026 which included the final results.
Commissioner Gardner made a motion to approve the Elections Department to Canvass vote
totals for the Joint Primary Election held on March 3rd, 2026; Commissioner Russell seconded
the motion.
MOTION PASSED 5 - 0
ADJOURN
Time 9:09 a.m.
With no further business to discuss a motion to adjourn was made by Commissioner Simmons with a
second by C
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Tue Feb 24, 2026
Commissioners' Court
Commissioners' Court to approve bid specs for Coliseum Buildings B & C renovation
The Ector County Commissioners' Court will consider a series of approvals and actions, including public proclamations, a donation, and several contracts. They will vote on bid specifications for renovating Coliseum Buildings B and C, and on agreements for aerial services, public safety radio upgrades, and a variance for Westgate Acres. Additional items include adding a medication to the county health plan and hiring part‑time LVNs for the Law Enforcement Center.
- Approve $10,000 donation from Parkhill to the Odessa Schlemeyer Field Airport
- Approve Invitation for Bid specifications for renovation of Coliseum Buildings B & C (Project 2026‑IFB‑112)
- Approve SUA Agreement with Motorola Solutions for a 6‑year public safety radio system warranty
- Approve Purchase & Sale Agreement with ECAD for aerial services through Eagleview
- Approve variance application for replat of South Half of Lot 8, Block 11, Westgate Acres
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✓ Decided: Commissioners' Court approves multiple proclamations, contracts and a $10,000 donation
The court adopted two proclamations naming March 2026 as American Red Cross Month and April 2026 as Child Abuse Awareness Month. It also approved a $10,000 donation to the Ector County-Odessa Schlemeyer Field Airport, several contracts and procurement items, and a variance for a Westgate Acres replat.
- Approved proclamation declaring March 2026 "American Red Cross Month" (5-0)
- Approved proclamation declaring April 2026 "Child Abuse Awareness Month" (5-0)
- Approved donation of $10,000 from Parkhill to Ector County-Odessa Schlemeyer Field Airport (4-1)
- Approved Invitation for Bid Specifications for renovation of Ector County Coliseum Buildings B & C (5-0)
- Approved Purchase and Sale Agreement for aerial services with Ector County Appraisal District (5-0)
- Approved SUA Agreement with Motorola Solutions for public safety radio system (5-0)
- Approved hiring of part-time LVNs for the Law Enforcement Center medical staff (5-0)
- Approved variance application for replat of the South Half of Lot 8, Block 11, Westgate Acres (5-0)
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CALL TO ORDER- Judge Dustin Fawcett
INVOCATION- Commissioner Mike Gardner
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- United States and Texas, Led By: Harmony Public Schools Students
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
1. Public Participation/Comments, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer:
To receive public comments on non-agenda related items.
2 . Proclamation, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve a Proclamation declaring March 2026 as
"American Red Cross Month", and authorize the County Judge, and any other necessary party, to sign all
documents associated with this agenda item.
3 . Proclamation, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve a Proclamation declaring April 2026 as
"Child Abuse Awareness Month", and authorize the County Judge, and any other necessary party, to sign
all documents associated with this agenda item.
4 . Eminent Domain Authority, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve the required documentation of
Eminent Domain Authority in Texas, to authorize the submission of the report to the Texas Comptroller's
Office, and authorize the County Judge, and any other necessary party, to sign all documents associated
with this agenda item.
5 . Donation, John Henderson- Commissioners' Court Attorney/Grant Writer:
To consider, discuss, and take any
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CALL TO ORDER- JUDGE DUSTIN FAWCETT
Dustin Fawcett, County Judge
Mike Gardner, Commissioner Precinct #1
Greg Simmons, Commissioner Precinct #2
Samantha Russell, Commissioner Precinct #3
Billy Hall, Commissioner Precinct #4
Minutes taken by Jennifer Martin, County Clerk
The meeting was called to order at 10:00 a.m.
INVOCATION- COMMISSIONER MIKE GARDNER
The invocation was led by Commissioner Gardner.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- UNITED STATES AND TEXAS, LED BY: HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
STUDENTS
Students from Harmony School led the pledge of allegiance to the United States flag and the pledge of
allegiance to the Texas flag.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
Public Participation/Comments, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer1.
To receive public comments on non-agenda related items.
There was no public participation.
Proclamation, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer2.
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve a Proclamation declaring March
2026 as "American Red Cross Month", and authorize the County Judge, and any other necessary
party, to sign all documents associated with this agenda item.
Minutes Attachments
1. Agenda Item #2.pdf
Tracy Austin, Executive Director for American Red Cross, spoke to the court to explain what
role the Red Cross plays and its significance. Commissioner Simmons made a motion to
approve a Proclamation declaring March 2026 as "American Red Cross Month", and authorize
the County Judge, and any other necessary
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Wed Feb 18, 2026
Bail Bond
Tue Feb 10, 2026
Commissioners' Court
County to approve $2.72 million camera system for jail and sheriff facilities
The Ector County Commissioners' Court will consider a range of items, including a $2,720,739 camera system purchase for the jail and sheriff offices, several contract approvals, and road speed limit changes. It will also act on budget amendments, election staffing, and a donation to the sheriff's K‑9 unit. All actions require the County Judge’s signature where noted.
- Approve $2,720,739 camera system purchase for Ector County Jail, Sheriff's Office, and West Annex (Verkada)
- Award Inmate Telephone Services contract (RFP No. 2025‑RFP‑103) to Prodigy Solutions, Inc.
- Lower speed limit on Tripp Avenue from 45 MPH to 35 MPH between I‑20 and 16th Street
- Approve Vehicle Lease Agreement with Sewell Fleet Management
- Approve Easement & Right of Way Agreement with Oncor Electric Delivery Company, LLC at Odessa Schlemeyer Field Airport
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✓ Decided: Commissioners' Court approves courthouse design, contracts, and funding items
The Ector County Commissioners' Court approved a Notice to Proceed for the courthouse schematic design phase and a series of contracts and funding items, including a $500 donation to the sheriff's K‑9 unit, out‑of‑state travel for the Honor Guard, and HAVA funds for poll pads. Two agenda items received no action: the proposed roundabout at 42nd & Moss and the My Preparedness Initiative program. Several approvals were unanimous, while two motions passed with a 4‑1 vote.
- Approved $500 donation to Sheriff's Office K‑9 Unit (5‑0)
- Approved out‑of‑state travel for Honor Guard to National Police Week (5‑0)
- Approved HAVA funds resolution for poll pad reimbursement (5‑0)
- Approved emergency runway repair purchase from Rudi's Paving (4‑1)
- Approved Juvenile Justice Center Agreement with Butler‑Cohen, LLC (4‑1)
- Approved Contract Amendment with HOK Architects for Juvenile Justice Center (5‑0)
- Approved Notice to Proceed for Courthouse schematic design to Butler‑Cohen (5‑0)
- Approved Inmate Telephone Services bid award to Prodigy Solutions, Inc. (5‑0)
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CALL TO ORDER- Judge Dustin Fawcett
INVOCATION- Commissioner Billy Hall
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- United States and Texas
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
1. Public Participation/Comments, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer:
To receive public comments on non-agenda related items.
2 . Presentation, Mike Gardner- Commissioner, Pct. #1:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to receive a presentation pertaining to a
petition regarding a roundabout located off 42nd Street and Moss Ave nue, and authorize the County
Judge, and any other necessary party, to sign all documents associated with this agenda item.
3 . Presentation, Steve Paz- County AgriLife Extension Agents Director:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to receive a presentation from Curtis Martin, CEA -
DAR, pertaining to the "My Preparedness Initiative Program" regarding fostering emergency
preparedness and recovery through proactive youth outreach, and authorize the County Judge, and any
other necessary party, to sign all documents associated with this agenda item.
4 . Donation, Mike Griffis- Sheriff:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve a $500.00 donation from Revis Stroud to
the Ector County Sheriff's Office K-9 Unit, and authorize the County Judge, and any other necessary
party, to sign all documents associated with this agenda item.
5 . Out-of-State Travel Request: 2026 National Police Week, Mike Griffis- Sheriff:
To consider
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CALL TO ORDER- JUDGE DUSTIN FAWCETT
Dustin Fawcett, County Judge
Mike Gardner, Commissioner Precinct #1
Greg Simmons, Commissioner Precinct #2
Samantha Russell, Commissioner Precinct #3
Billy Hall, Commissioner Precinct #4
Minutes taken by Jennifer Martin, County Clerk
The meeting was called to order at 10:00 a.m.
INVOCATION- COMMISSIONER BILL Y HALL
The invocation was led by Commissioner Hall.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- UNITED STATES AND TEXAS
Commissioner Russell led the pledge of allegiance to the United States flag and the pledge of allegiance to
the Texas flag.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
Public Participation/Comments, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer1.
To receive public comments on non-agenda related items.
Jim Moody spoke to the court against the way the new courthouse was approved.
After agenda item #15 the court made an exception to hear statements from Noel Zepeda. Mr.
Zepeda expressed his discontent that his e-mail communications with the court had received
no response.
Presentation, Mike Gardner- Commissioner, Pct. #12.
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to receive a presentation pertaining to a
petition regarding a roundabout located off 42nd Street and Moss Avenue, and authorize the
County Judge, and any other necessary party, to sign all documents associated with this
agenda item.
Angie Garcia spoke against the agenda item and asked the court to reconsider the roundabout
due to the large vehicles that are located
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Tue Feb 3, 2026
Commissioners' Court
Ector County to host Courthouse Design-Build open house
The Ector County Commissioners' Court will attend an open house to present the Ector County Courthouse Design-Build Project. The document states that no court action will be taken, no deliberations will be held, and no court business will be conducted.
- Ector County Courthouse Design-Build Project open house
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ECTOR COUNTY, TD(AS
NOTICE OF POSSIBLE QUORUM
Ector County Commissioners' Court
Ector County Courthouse Design-Build Open House
The Ector a""#;t""lYissioners' court
DLR Group Butler-Cohen Parkhill
Date/Time: February 3,d,2026 - 5:30PM-7:30PM
Location: Ector County Annex - Commissioners' Courtroom - 1010 E 8th St., Suite 120, Odessa, TX,
7976r.
Notice is hereby given of the possibility of a quorum of the Ector County Commissioners' Court -
Commissioners' Court members at the event listed above for the duration of days listed above. This
quorum notice is generally for the hours of 5:30PM to 7:30PM. The purpose of the event is to present
and host the Ector County Courthouse Design-Build Project.
NO COURT ACTION WILL BE TAKEN: NO DELIBERATIONS WILL BE HELD: AND NO
COURT BUSINESS WILL BE CONDUCTED. This event is NOT intended to be a meeting at
which will be conducted. This event is a public open house ONLY. This notice is posted in
Meetings Act, Chapter 551, Texas Government Code
Posted:
Date: January 281h, 2026
Time: 10:32 a.m.
Dustin Fawcett, Ector County Judge
Jennifer Martin, Ector County Clerk
Mon Jan 26, 2026
Commissioners' Court
Ector County Commissioners' Court meeting canceled
The meeting scheduled for January 26, 2026, was canceled. The provided document is a notice for a public open house regarding the Ector County Courthouse Design-Build Project on January 27, 2026, where no court action or business will be conducted.
- Ector County Courthouse Design-Build Open House on January 27, 2026
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CANCELED
ECTOR COUNTY, TEXAS
NOTICE OF POSSIBLE QUORUM
Ector County Commissioners’ Court
Ector County Courthouse Design-Build Open House
Hosted by:
The Ector County Commissioners’ Court
DLR Group Butler-Cohen Parkhill
Date/Time: January 27‘, 2026 — 5:30PM-7:30PM
Location: Odessa College Joe Zant Community Room, Saulsbury Campus Center, Second Floor,
Room #222, 201 W. University Blvd., Odessa, TX 79761.
Notice is hereby given of the possibility of a quorum of the Ector County Commissioners’ Court —
Commissioners’ Court members at the event listed above for the duration of days listed above. This
quorum notice is generally for the hours of 5:30PM to 7:30PM. The purpose of the event is to present
and host the Ector County Courthouse Design-Build Project.
NO COURT ACTION WILL BE TAKEN; NO DELIBERATIONS WILL BE HELD; AND NO
COURT BUSINESS WILL BE CONDUCTED. This event is NOT intended to be a meeting at
which businegs will be conducted. This event is a public open house ONLY. This notice is posted in
complia ith the Texas Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551, Texas Government Code.
Dustin Fawcett, Ector County Judge Date: January 21, 2026
Time: 2:59 p.m.
Jennifer Martin, Ector County Clerk
Wed Jan 21, 2026
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Tue Jan 20, 2026
Commissioners' Court
County Court to consider $180,000 airport fund amendment and other actions
The Ector County Commissioners' Court will consider a budget amendment moving $180,000 from the Unreserved Fund to the Airport Fund for legal expenses. It will also review a proclamation naming Jan 25‑31 2026 as Medicolegal Death Investigation Professionals Week, approve travel for the Airport Director to a national conference, and address contracts and fees related to the Coliseum Barns B & C project and a $36,887 IT equipment transfer. Additional items include a permanent road closure request and development proposals for two properties.
- Approve $180,000 budget amendment to Airport Fund legal expense (Item 16)
- Approve $36,887 line‑item transfer for IT equipment (Item 14a)
- Approve proclamation declaring Jan 25‑31 2026 Medicolegal Death Investigation Professionals Week (Item 2)
- Approve out‑of‑state travel for Airport Director Jon Crain to NBAS conference in Cleveland, OH (Item 3)
- Approve termination of Owner’s Representative for Coliseum Barns B & C renovations (Item 9)
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✓ Decided: Commissioners unanimously approved key proclamations, contracts, and budget items
The Commissioners' Court approved a proclamation declaring Jan 25‑31 2026 as Medicolegal Death Investigation Professionals Week, authorized out‑of‑state travel for the airport director, and adopted the notice, early voting schedule, and vote‑center locations for the March 3, 2026 primary election. They also approved the 2026 Sole Source List, several contracts for the Coliseum Barns B & C project, a $180,000 budget amendment for the Airport Fund, and a $36,887 line‑item transfer to Information Technology. All motions passed unanimously (5‑0) and the permanent road‑closure request was withdrawn.
- Approved Medicolegal Death Investigation Professionals Week proclamation (5‑0)
- Approved out‑of‑state travel for Airport Director Jon Crain to conference in Ohio (5‑0)
- Approved notice, early voting schedule, and vote‑center locations for March 3, 2026 primary election (5‑0)
- Approved 2026 Sole Source List for county purchases (5‑0)
- Approved contract to void prior Unimproved Property Contract with Claude Everette Jr. (5‑0)
- Approved Architecture Agreement with OCB Architecture, LLC for Coliseum Barns B & C project (5‑0)
- Approved $180,000 budget amendment to Airport Fund legal expenses (5‑0)
- Approved $36,887 line‑item transfer to IT equipment from departmental furniture (5‑0)
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CALL TO ORDER- Judge Dustin Fawcett
INVOCATION- Commissioner Billy Hall
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- United States and Texas
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
1. Public Participation/Comments, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer:
To receive public comments on non-agenda related items.
2 . Proclamation, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve a Proclamation declaring January 25th-
31st, 2026, as Medicolegal Death Investigation Professionals Week, and authorize the County Judge, and
any other necessary party, to sign all documents associated with this agenda item.
3 . Out-of-State Travel Request, Jon Crain- Airport Director:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve out-of-state travel for Jon Crain, Airport
Director, to attend the National Business Aviation Association Schedulers and Dispatchers Conference in
Cleveland, OH, from March 24th - 26th, 2026, and authorize the County Judge, and any other necessary
party, to sign all documents associated with this agenda item.
4 . Joint General Primary Election: Notice of Election/Early Voting Schedule/Election Day Vote Centers,
Elizabeth Sertuche- Elections Administrator:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve the Notice of General Primary
Election, Early Voting Schedule, and Election Day Vote Centers for the Joint General Primary Election on
March 3rd, 2026, and authorize the C
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CALL TO ORDER- JUDGE DUSTIN FAWCETT
Dustin Fawcett, County Judge
Mike Gardner, Commissioner Precinct #1
Greg Simmons, Commissioner Precinct #2
Samantha Russell, Commissioner Precinct #3
Billy Hall, Commissioner Precinct #4
Minutes taken by Jennifer Martin, County Clerk
The meeting was called to order at 10:00 a.m.
INVOCATION- COMMISSIONER BILL Y HALL
The invocation was led by Jim Wise.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- UNITED STATES AND TEXAS
Commissioner Hall led the pledge of allegiance to the United States flag and the pledge of allegiance to the
Texas flag.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
Public Participation/Comments, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer1.
To receive public comments on non-agenda related items.
Scott Johnson addressed the court to discuss Republic dumping oilfield waste behind his
house along with new issues that have arisen.
Proclamation, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer2.
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve a Proclamation declaring
January 25th-31st, 2026, as Medicolegal Death Investigation Professionals Week, and authorize
the County Judge, and any other necessary party, to sign all documents associated with this
agenda item.
Minutes Attachments
1. Agenda Item #2.pdf
Judge Fawcett introduced the staff of Medical Examiner's Office and read the resolution.
Commissioner Gardner made a motion to approve the Proclamation declaring January
25th-31st, 2026, as Medicolegal Death Investigation Professional
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Tue Jan 6, 2026
Commissioners' Court
Commissioners Court to approve $17M grant and road projects
The Ector County Commissioners' Court will consider approving a $17 million General Revenue grant, finalizing road projects including Tripp Avenue III, and approving various budget amendments and policy updates.
- Approve $17M General Revenue grant agreement
- Approve Change Order No. 1 for Tripp Avenue III
- Approve $1,765,121 budget amendment for 2020 Capital Projects
- Approve Professional Services Agreement with Kimley-Horn for West Odessa Water Project
- Approve Procurement Card Program & Procedures Policy revision
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✓ Decided: Commissioners approved a $17M General Revenue Grant agreement
The Commissioners' Court approved a series of items, each passing with a 4‑0 vote. Approvals included out‑of‑state travel for library staff, a donation to the sheriff's K‑9 unit, several procurement contracts, and a $17 million general revenue grant. A salary increase for an airport maintenance technician was also approved.
- Approved out‑of‑state travel for Library Director Howard Marks and Managing Librarian J'nevelyn White (4‑0)
- Approved $8,644.10 donation from PDQ Recycling to the Sheriff's Office K‑9 Unit (4‑0)
- Approved Request for Proposals specifications for the Ector County Annex roof replacement (4‑0)
- Approved bid award to Evergreen Solutions, LLC for the County Job Analysis and Evaluation (4‑0)
- Approved Long‑Term Food, Feed and Cosmetics Information Sharing Agreement with the FDA (4‑0)
- Approved use of the Federal Surplus Program for Ector County (4‑0)
- Approved the Agreement Execution, Escrow, and General Revenue Grant agreements for a $17 M grant (4‑0)
- Approved salary increase for the Airport Maintenance Tech position from Step 3 to Step 9 (4‑0)
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CALL TO ORDER- Judge Dustin Fawcett
INVOCATION- Commissioner Samantha Russell
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- United States and Texas
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
1. Public Participation/Comments, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer:
To receive public comments on non-agenda related items.
2 . Out-of-State Travel Request, Howard Marks- Library Director:
To consider, discuss and take any necessary action to approve out-of-state travel for Howard Marks,
Library Director, and J'nevelyn White, Managing Librarian - Adult Services Supervisor, to travel to
Minneapolis, MN, for the Public Library Association conference March 31st, 2026-April 4th, 2026, and
authorize the County Judge, and any other necessary party, to sign all documents associated with this
agenda item.
3 . Donation, Mike Griffis- Sheriff:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve a $8,644.10 donation from PDQ Recycling,
Inc. to Ector County Sheriff's Office K -9 Unit, and authorize the County Judge, and any other necessary
party, to sign all documents associated with this agenda item.
AWARD OF BIDS/PROPOSALS
4. Request for Proposals Specifications: Ector County Annex Roof Replacement- RFP No. 2025-
RFP-108, Andrea Moralez- Purchasing Agent, Billy Carrigan- Building Maintenance Director:
To consider, discuss, and take any necessary action to approve the Request for Proposals Specifications
for the Ector County Annex Roof Replacement, RFP No. 2025- RFP
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CALL TO ORDER- JUDGE DUSTIN FAWCETT
Dustin Fawcett, County Judge
Mike Gardner, Commissioner Precinct #1
Samantha Russell, Commissioner Precinct #3
Billy Hall, Commissioner Precinct #4
Minutes taken by Jennifer Martin, County Clerk
Absent:
Greg Simmons, Commissioner Precinct #2
The meeting was called to order at 10:00 a.m.
INVOCATION- COMMISSIONER SAMANTHA RUSSELL
The invocation was led by Commissioner Russell.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- UNITED STATES AND TEXAS
Commissioner Gardner led the pledge of allegiance to the United States flag and the pledge of allegiance
to the Texas flag.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS
Public Participation/Comments, Shelby Rigtrup- Public Information Officer1.
To receive public comments on non-agenda related items.
There were no public comments.
Out-of-State Travel Request, Howard Marks- Library Director2.
To consider, discuss and take any necessary action to approve out-of-state travel for Howard
Marks, Library Director, and J'nevelyn White, Managing Librarian- Adult Services Supervisor, to
travel to Minneapolis, MN, for the Public Library Association conference March 31st, 2026-April
4th, 2026, and authorize the County Judge, and any other necessary party, to sign all
documents associated with this agenda item.
Commissioner Hall made a motion to approve out-of-state travel for Howard Marks, Library
Director, and J'nevelyn White, Managing Librarian- Adult Services Supervisor, to travel to
Minneapolis, MN, for the Public Library A
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