El Paso County public meetings in 2024

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Commissioners Court will consider the implementation of the American Rescue Plan Act Coronavirus State & Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Portfolio. The body will also settle county accounts and receive presentations on a film project and a rabies vaccination program.

• Audit and settlement of county accounts
• Presentation on the El Paso Independent Film Project Blue Bunny
• Presentation from Texas Department of State Health Services on the Oral Rabies Vaccination Program
• Implementation of the American Rescue Plan Act Coronavirus State & Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Portfolio

The Commissioners Court approved the payment of county accounts and authorized contract extensions for two nonprofit organizations. The court also received presentations on a film project and a rabies vaccination program.

• Approved payment of county accounts totaling $2,418,438.77 (5-0)
• Approved contract extensions to December 31, 2024, for Paso Del Norte Children's Development Center and Big Brothers Big Sisters (5-0)

Commissioners Court Regular

The Commissioners Court will consider a budget amendment to increase grants and overall spending. The body is also reviewing various service contracts, subdivision plats, and detention facility renovations.

• Budget amendment No. 9 to increase the 2024-2025 operating budget to $599,828,958.02
• Agreement with University of Texas at El Paso for a $120,000 Mission Trail business climate study
• Contract with Project Vida for countywide business services in the amount of $342,867.76
• Budget increase of $600,000 for Rescue Mission of El Paso sheltering support
• Acceptance of subdivision plats for Masoud Acres Unit I, Masoud Acres Unit II, and Tierra Del Este Unit Ninety One

The Commissioners Court approved several high-value contracts, including software for the Council of Judges and a $1.49M grant for the Public Defender's Office. The court also increased the 2024-2025 operating budget by over $1 million and approved various detention facility renovations.

• Approved $1,074,455 for Enterprise Supervision Software for Council of Judges
• Approved $1,494,636 TIDC grant for Public Defender's FADE Program
• Approved budget amendment increasing 2024-2025 operating budget to $599,828,958.02
• Approved contracts with Jordan Foster Construction for Detention Facility interior renovations
• Approved $600,000 budget increase for Rescue Mission of El Paso sheltering support
• Approved $120,000 feasibility study with UTEP for Mission Trail business climate
• Approved $99,832 agreement with Concordia Heritage Association for cemetery promotion
• Approved $342,867.76 agreement with Project Vida for countywide business services

Commissioners Court Special

The Commissioners Court will meet to discuss the County's 89th Legislative Agenda and other priorities with members of the state delegation.

• Discussion of the County's 89th Legislative Agenda

Ethics Commission

The El Paso County Ethics Commission will meet to review administrative items and compliance reports. The body is scheduled to discuss the 2025 meeting calendar and upcoming member terms.

• Approval of August 28, 2024 meeting minutes
• 2025 Ethics Commission meeting calendar
• Training compliance report for persons covered by the Code of Ethics
• Upcoming terms for members nominated by the County Judge and County Commissioners

Commissioners Court Regular

The Commissioners Court will review various service contracts, budget amendments, and grant applications. Key discussions include the 89th Texas Legislative Session agenda and the FY2024 Multiyear Capital Plan.

• Proposed $1,000,000 agreement with El Paso Hispanic Chamber for small business technical training
• Proposed $746,928 renewal for onsite employee health clinic services with University Medical Center of El Paso
• Proposed $388,800 yearly contract with Conterra Ultra Broadband LLC for SD-WAN setup
• Proposed $252,900 and $186,500 tourism and marketing agreements with LJA Engineering, Inc. and EFO Media
• Proposed $111,111.11 TxDOT grant for Fabens Airport routine maintenance

The Commissioners Court approved several high-value contracts, including a major software agreement with Zones LLC and interior renovations for the County Detention Facility. The court also authorized a settlement with Kroger regarding opioid litigation and approved various budget amendments.

• Approved $7,141,253.76 M365 Microsoft Enterprise Agreement (5-0)
• Approved $6,754,070.54 for El Paso County Detention Facility interior renovations (5-0)
• Approved $1,585,008.00 for a metal building at Vinton Maintenance Facility (5-0)
• Authorized settlement with Kroger in Texas opioid multi-district litigation (5-0)
• Approved $1,092,800.60 and $147,004.73 increases to 2024-2025 operating budget
• Approved $228,000 for right-of-way acquisition for Darrington Road project
• Approved $111,111.11 TxDOT grant for Fabens Airport maintenance
• Approved $45,000 amendment for external financial auditing services

Purchasing Board Meeting

The Purchasing Board will consider the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget for the Purchasing-Logistics Department. The board will also discuss county bond project procurement and financial compliance reports.

• Proposed Fiscal Year 2026 Purchasing-Logistics Department Budget
• Reclassification of an Inventory Clerk to a Print Shop Specialist
• Procurement of County Bond Projects
• Annual Financial and Compliance Reports for year end September 30, 2023

Commissioners Court Regular

The Commissioners Court will vote on various contracts, budget amendments, and grant applications. Key items include funding for migrant support services and the construction of the Desert Acceptance Linear Park.

• Expenditure of $5,538,251.05 to Providencia Group, LLC for Migrant Support Services Center operations
• Contract with E.G.L. Construction, Inc. for Desert Acceptance (Square Dance) Linear Park in the amount of $2,132,022.59
• Budget amendment increasing 2023-2024 operating budget by $21,360,216.09
• Interlocal Agreement with Clint Independent School District for School Resource Officers totaling $1,387,361
• Justice Involved Programming Services Agreement with the El Paso Alliance for $1,500,000

The Commissioners Court approved over $6.19 million in ARPA-funded broadband infrastructure agreements with AT&T Texas and Spectrum Gulf Coast. Commissioners also authorized more than $6 million in contracts for justice-involved programming across four community organizations. Additionally, the court adopted a $21.36 million grant-funded budget amendment and authorized a $2.13 million linear park construction contract.

• Approved $3.93M ARPA broadband agreement with AT&T Texas (5-0)
• Approved $2.26M ARPA broadband agreement with Spectrum Gulf Coast (5-0)
• Approved $6.07M in ARPA justice programming contracts across four non-profits (5-0)
• Accepted $1.6M federal grant for opioid and substance use programs (5-0)
• Approved $21.36M budget amendment increasing county grant funding
• Awarded $2.13M contract to E.G.L. Construction for Desert Acceptance Linear Park
• Approved Clint ISD school resource officer pact and created 14 deputy positions
• Authorized $5.54M in additional expenditures for Migrant Support Services Center

Commissioners Court Special

The Commissioners Court will receive two presentations during this special meeting. The topics include the El Paso Gold Star Families Memorial and a state oral rabies vaccination program.

• Presentation on the El Paso Gold Star Families Memorial by Dolores Ituarte Valenzuela
• Presentation from the Texas Department of State Health Services regarding the Oral Rabies Vaccination Program starting January 2025

Ethics Commission

The El Paso County Ethics Commission will meet to review administrative matters. The body is scheduled to discuss the 2025 meeting calendar, a training compliance report for those covered by the Code of Ethics, and upcoming member terms.

• Approval of August 28, 2024 meeting minutes
• 2025 Ethics Commission meeting calendar
• Training compliance report for persons covered by the Code of Ethics
• Upcoming terms for Ethics Commission members nominated by the County Judge and County Commissioners

Women's Commission

The Women's Commission will meet to determine short and long-term tasks and goals to present to the Commissioners Court. The body will also receive a presentation on civil penalties for interfering with child custody orders.

• Presentation from the Domestic Relations Office regarding civil penalties for interference with Child Custody Orders
• Discussion and action on short and long-term tasks and goals for the Commissioners Court
• Approval of September 18, 2024, meeting minutes

The Women's Commission approved short and long-term tasks and goals to be submitted to the Commissioners Court in policy form during strategic planning. The commission also received a presentation from the Domestic Relations Office regarding civil penalties for interference with Child Custody Orders.

• Approved short and long-term tasks and goals for submission to Commissioners Court (6-0)
• Received presentation from Domestic Relations Office regarding Child Custody Order civil penalties

Commissioners Court Regular

The Commissioners Court will consider several budget amendments and the certification of the November 5, 2024, General Election results. The body is also reviewing multiple contracts for juvenile residential treatment and technology hardware.

• Budget amendment increasing 2023-2024 operating budget to $667,061,327.00
• Budget amendment increasing 2024-2025 operating budget to $597,571,510.17
• Purchase of Enforcement Mobile Hardware and Licenses from Tyler Technologies for $170,079
• Canvassing of November 5, 2024, General Election and Hospital District bond election results
• Residential treatment contracts with Rite of Passage daily rates ranging from $295.00 to $400.00

The Commissioners Court approved multiple budget amendments, including an increase to the overall budget to $667,061,327.00. The court also authorized several contracts, including a concession agreement for the courthouse and various juvenile probation services. Additionally, the court canvassed the results of the November 5, 2024, bond election for the El Paso County Hospital District.

• Approved 2023-2024 budget amendment increasing total budget to $667,061,327.00
• Approved 2024-2025 budget amendment increasing total budget to $597,571,510.17
• Canvassed November 5, 2024, Hospital District bond election results
• Approved $1.99M records preservation contract with Kofile Technologies
• Approved $170,079 Tyler Technologies hardware and license purchase
• Approved Chapter 381 economic development agreement with Vinton Steel LLC
• Awarded RFP 24-025 to El Paso Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
• Awarded RFP 24-028 to Project Vida

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will review restoration plans for the Magoffin State Historic Site and the UTEP 2024 Campus Master Plan. The body is deciding on funding for brochures, a speaker fee, and transportation for a marker unveiling.

• Recommendation to print 5,000 full color copies of the Mission Trail Sites Brochure
• Authorization of a response to the TxDOT section 106 request for the Reimagine I-10 project
• Proposed $300 speaker fee for Christopher Adams of the El Paso Archaeological Society
• Recommendation for transportation or funding for the Palmore College Marker unveiling
• Designation of representatives to meet with the UTEP President regarding the 2024 Campus Master Plan

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Commissioners Court will review the development and oversight of the FY2024 Multiyear Capital Plan. This includes discussions on project selections, financial planning, and the 2024 Capital Improvement Bond.

• Audit and settlement of accounts against the County
• Presentation on FY2024 Multiyear Capital Plan project selections and performance objectives
• Discussion on financial planning for capital investments and the 2024 Capital Improvement Bond

The Commissioners Court audited and settled county accounts. The court also received a presentation regarding the FY2024 Multiyear Capital Plan, including project selections and financial planning.

• Audited and settled county accounts per Texas Local Government Code Section 115.021
• Received presentation on FY2024 Multiyear Capital Plan

Commissioners Court Regular

The Commissioners Court will review several budget amendments and grant awards. The body is also deciding on various service contracts and a large-scale energy performance project.

• Purchase of Energy Performance Contract Program from Schneider Electric for $25,099,785
• Award of $2,132,022.59 to E.G.L. Construction, Inc. for Desert Acceptance (Square Dance) Linear Park
• Agreement with Carahsoft/Payment works for ACH payment validation totaling $450,800 over five years
• Renewal of the County's Burn Ban Order for 90 days effective November 9, 2024
• Budget amendment increasing the FY2024-2025 operating budget by $8,319,946.64

The Commissioners Court approved a $25,099,785 energy savings and construction services contract with Schneider Electric Buildings Americas, Inc. To finance the facility improvements, commissioners authorized up to $21.88 million through tax-exempt and taxable equipment lease-purchase agreements. The court also approved a 90-day renewal of the county burn ban and adopted multiple grant agreements and budget amendments.

• Approved $25.1M energy performance contract with Schneider Electric (5-0)
• Authorized $14.9M tax-exempt equipment lease-purchase agreement (5-0)
• Authorized $6.97M taxable equipment lease-purchase agreement (5-0)
• Renewed county burn ban order for 90 days effective Nov. 9, 2024 (5-0)
• Appointed David Porras to the Veterans Advisory Board (5-0)
• Selected Debo' A. Wakefield as 2024-2025 Veteran of the Year (5-0)
• Approved FY25 operating budget amendment No. 04 adding $8.32M in grants (5-0)
• Took no action regarding road and speed safety legal issues

Commissioners Court Regular

The Commissioners Court will consider various grant awards, budget amendments, and service contracts. Key items include funding for regional humanitarian efforts and courthouse facility repairs.

• Acceptance of a $16,690,172 FEMA Shelter Services Program grant for humanitarian response
• Emergency payment of $58,554.44 to TK Elevator Corporation for prisoner elevator repairs
• Budget amendment increasing the 2023-2024 operating budget by $4,097,608.93
• Animal Welfare Services agreement with Horizon City for $55,318 annually
• Award of courthouse coffee shop services to Glia’s Coffee LLC

The El Paso County Commissioners Court approved a $16.6 million FEMA grant for regional humanitarian response and authorized several service contracts, including animal welfare and case management software. The court also adopted budget amendments, approved multiple subdivision replats, and recognized several local observances. Additionally, the court discussed contract negotiations for infrastructure projects in executive session.

• Accepted $16.6M FEMA Shelter Services Program grant (5-0)
• Approved $55,318 animal welfare interlocal agreement with Horizon City (5-0)
• Approved $34,496 software renewal for County Attorney's Office (5-0)
• Approved $4.1M operating budget amendment (5-0)
• Approved $144,375 revised agreement for vehicle camera systems (5-0)
• Awarded coffee shop services contract to Glia's Coffee LLC (5-0)
• Approved $58,554 emergency repair for courthouse elevator (5-0)
• Declared October 31 to February 2 as 'Official Tamale Season' (5-0)

Commissioners Court Regular

The Commissioners Court will vote on several grant applications and budget amendments. The body is also deciding on various service contracts, a new paid parental leave policy, and property donations.

• Support for EPA Community Change grant applications for $20 million (UTEP) and $3 million (Texas Tech)
• Purchase of $329,948.29 in furniture for El Paso County Detention Facility renovation
• Budget amendment increasing the 2024-2025 operating budget to $587,555,240.69
• Creation of a new County Paid Parental Leave (PPL) Policy
• Acceptance of Bill Bart Road as a public right-of-way

The El Paso County Commissioners Court approved multiple budget amendments, including increases for grants and capital projects. The court also established a new Paid Parental Leave policy and authorized several grant applications and awards for public safety and community services. Additionally, the court supported environmental grant applications submitted by UTEP and Texas Tech.

• Approved new Paid Parental Leave (PPL) policy
• Approved budget amendment increasing total budget to $653,469,202.19
• Approved budget amendment increasing total budget to $587,555,240.69
• Approved $329,948.29 for detention facility furniture
• Approved $550,000 BJA Justice and Mental Health grant award
• Approved $500,000 TASA grant application for Canutillo Sidewalks
• Adopted resolutions for National Fine Art Appreciation Day and LGBTQ+ History Month
• Postponed EEOC claim discussion (11G/12B) for one week

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Commissioners Court will consider authorizing a grant application for sidewalk improvements and receive presentations on jail population factors and the 89th Texas Legislative Session agenda. The body will also discuss the development of county economic development policies and procedures.

• Grant application for the Canutillo Sidewalks Project in the amount of $500,000 with a $100,000 match
• Presentation on factors impacting the jail population
• Discussion of the 89th Texas Legislative Session Agenda with the El Paso State Delegation
• Discussion of Economic Development Policies, Procedures, and Processes

Women's Commission

The Women's Commission will meet to determine short and long-term tasks and goals to present to the Commissioners Court. The body will also receive a presentation on civil penalties for interfering with child custody orders.

• Presentation from the Domestic Relations Office regarding civil penalties for interference with Child Custody Orders
• Discussion and action on short and long-term goals for submission to Commissioners Court
• Approval of September 18, 2024, meeting minutes

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will discuss recommendations for the UTEP 2024 Master Plan and nominations for Undertold Stories Historical Markers. The body will also receive presentations on UTEP campus buildings and updates on the Socorro Mission Brochure.

• Recommendations regarding the UTEP 2024 Master Plan
• Nominations for Undertold Stories Historical Markers
• Presentation on historical significance of University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) buildings
• Update on the Spanish version of the Socorro Mission Brochure
• Update on the William Ward Turney State Historical Marker Dedication

Commissioners Court Regular

The Commissioners Court will review various procurement contracts, budget amendments, and grant awards. Key discussions include the operation of a Diversion (Sobering) Center and restoration options for Ascarate Lake.

• Interlocal Agreement with Emergence Health Network for a Diversion (Sobering) Center for $2,000,000
• Data Storage and Management Leasing purchase for $598,680.12
• Cabling Remodel for the Downtown Detention Facility for $244,622.83
• LED Christmas Displays for Ascarate Park for $150,000.00
• TxDOT Federal Section 5311 Project Grant Agreement for $2,044,420

The El Paso County Commissioners Court approved an interlocal agreement with El Paso MHMR dba Emergence Health Network for $2,000,000 to operate a Diversion (Sobering) Center through December 31, 2026. The court also accepted multiple grant awards, including $1,041,647 from TxDOT for rural bus facilities and $2,044,420 for federal transit projects, alongside various routine consent agenda items. Additionally, the court adopted resolutions declaring Indigenous People's Day and National Lights on After School.

• Approved $2,000,000 interlocal agreement with Emergence Health Network to operate a Diversion (Sobering) Center through December 31, 2026
• Accepted $116,406 FY25 Violence Against Women Act grant award with a $49,896 County match
• Accepted $1,041,647 TxDOT Section 5339 Rural Discretionary Bus and Bus Facilities Project Grant Agreement
• Accepted $2,044,420 FY2025 TxDOT Federal Section 5311 Project Grant Agreement
• Approved waiver of parking fees at Ascarate Park on October 19, 2024, for the annual NAMI Walks El Paso event
• Approved letters of support to the U.S. EPA and U.S. GSA regarding community climate study and alternative 4 environmental impact statement
• Adopted resolution declaring October 14, 2024, as Indigenous People's Day
• Adopted resolution recognizing October 24, 2024, as National Lights on After School

Ethics Commission

The El Paso County Ethics Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss the 2025 meeting schedule. The body will also review a training compliance report for individuals covered by the Code of Ethics and discuss upcoming member terms.

• Approval of August 28, 2024 meeting minutes
• 2025 Ethics Commission meeting calendar
• Training compliance report for persons covered by the Code of Ethics
• Upcoming terms for Ethics Commission members

Commissioners Court Regular

The Commissioners Court will review a wide range of consent items, including several grant awards and vendor contracts. The body is also considering an amendment to increase the 2023-2024 operating budget to $652,743,391.89.

• Purchase of Vendor Onboarding and Payment Verification Software from Carahsoft Technology for $450,800
• Acceptance of a $460,000 Department of Justice grant for the District Attorney's Domestic Violence Unit
• Demolition of three buildings located at 6295, 6345, and 6315 Alameda Ave by JSR Construction & Remodeling LLC
• Purchase of two 2025 Chevrolet Silverado vehicles from Rudolph Chevrolet, LLC for $88,250
• Sponsorship of the 2024 NAMI Texas Annual Conference and Awards Celebration for $25,000

The Commissioners Court approved a contract to modernize six elevators and increased the 2023-2024 operating budget to $652,743,391.89. The court also continued a disaster declaration for an Operation Lone Star grant application and approved various service contracts and grant awards.

• Approved $2,985,225.36 contract with Thyssenkrupp Elevator for six elevators
• Increased 2023-2024 operating budget to $652,743,391.89
• Approved continuation of Disaster Declaration for Operation Lone Star grant (5-0)
• Approved $450,800 for Vendor Onboarding and Payment Verification Software
• Approved $89,394.58 for ADA access sidewalks at five parks
• Approved $88,250 for two 2025 Chevrolet Silverado vehicles
• Accepted $460,000 DOJ grant for Domestic Violence Unit
• Approved 89th Texas Legislative Session Agenda (5-0)

Commissioners Court Regular

The Commissioners Court will review a variety of contracts, grant awards, and budgetary amendments. Key items include software acquisitions for the County Auditor and infrastructure projects for public parks.

• Purchase of Vendor Onboarding and Payment Verification Software from Carahsoft Technology for $450,800
• Purchase of ADA Access Sidewalks for five parks from Basic IDIQ Inc. for $89,394.58
• Acceptance of a $460,000 Department of Justice grant for the District Attorney's Domestic Violence Unit
• Demolition of three buildings at 6295, 6345, and 6315 Alameda Ave by JSR Construction & Remodeling LLC
• Budgetary amendment increasing the overall 2023-2024 operating budget to $652,743,391.89

The El Paso County Commissioners Court approved numerous consent items, contracts, and grant awards, including third-party administration for employee health benefits and a resolution supporting the Downtown Deck Plaza Project grant application. The court also discussed litigation and operational impacts of state law enforcement actions in executive session before adjourning.

• Approved $144,375 contract with AXON Enterprise for 11 vehicle camera systems
• Approved $407,399.28 sole source purchase for public safety software support from Intergraph Corporation - Hexagon
• Approved $273,454.20 purchase of hardware and training for downtown jail door modernization with Saucedo Lock Co.
• Approved $270,000 Task Order No. 10 with Texas A&M Transportation Institute for community demand response service planning
• Approved award of RFP 24-016 for third-party health, dental, and related benefit administration to Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, and UnitedHealthCare
• Adopted resolution supporting the El Paso MPO's grant application for the Downtown Deck Plaza Project
• Approved up to 240 hours of administrative leave for the Office of Constable Precinct 5

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Commissioners Court will receive three presentations during this special meeting. These include updates on jury management, a presentation from Congresswoman Veronica Escobar's office, and a report on the goals of the El Paso County Women’s Commission.

• Presentation from Council of Judges Administration on jury management updates
• Presentation from the Office of Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16)
• Update from the El Paso County Women’s Commission regarding goals and recommendations

The El Paso County Commissioners Court held a special meeting on September 19, 2024. The court received informational presentations regarding jury management, updates from the Office of Congresswoman Veronica Escobar, and goals from the El Paso County Women's Commission. No legislative actions or votes were taken during the meeting.

• Received jury management presentation
• Received presentation from Congresswoman Escobar's office
• Received update from Women's Commission

Women's Commission

The Women's Commission will meet to determine short and long-term tasks and goals to present to the Commissioners Court. The body will also receive a presentation on women's health outcomes and criminal justice data.

• Presentation from Paso del Norte Information Exchange (PHIX) on health outcomes for Women and Criminal Justice Data
• Discussion and action on short and long-term tasks and goals for the Commissioners Court
• Approval of August 28, 2024, meeting minutes

The El Paso County Women's Commission met on September 18, 2024, to hear a presentation on women's health outcomes and criminal justice data from the Paso del Norte Information Exchange. The commission also heard public comment and discussed short- and long-term goals and future agenda items, but took no formal action on those agenda items.

• Received a presentation from the Paso del Norte Information Exchange (PHIX)
• Public comment held with no action taken
• Discussed short- and long-term tasks and goals with no action taken
• Discussed setting agenda items for the next meeting with no action taken

Commissioners Court Regular

The Commissioners Court will review a variety of consent agenda items, including a significant operating budget amendment and several contracts for public works and election services. The body is also considering multiple grant awards and resolutions for community recognition.

• Budget amendment increasing the 2023-2024 operating budget to $651,296,046.14
• Contract with Basic IDIQ, Inc. for $505,720.00 to construct basketball courts at Westway, Agua Dulce, Ruben Estrella, and Risinger Parks
• Interlocal Agreement with Emergence Health Network for Crisis Intervention Team operations up to $923,038.37
• Purchase of Poll Pad equipment and software from KnowInk for $245,850.00
• Purchase of one 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe and two 2024 Chevrolet Silverado for $185,767.00

The Commissioners Court approved the annual operating budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2024. The court also adopted an order imposing civil penalties for interference with child custody orders and approved several infrastructure and service contracts.

• Adopted FY 2025 annual operating budget (4-0)
• Approved order imposing civil penalties up to $500 for interference with Child Custody Orders (4-0)
• Approved $505,720 contract with Basic IDIQ, Inc. for concrete basketball courts at four parks
• Approved $245,850 single source purchase of Poll Pad equipment and software from KnowInk
• Approved $923,038.37 agreement with Emergence Health Network for Crisis Intervention Team operations
• Approved $200,251.66 purchase from Keystone GC LLC for prefabricated building labor and equipment
• Approved $185,767 purchase of one Chevrolet Tahoe and two Chevrolet Silverados from Rudolph Chevrolet, LLC
• Approved $21,455.25 amendment for Westlaw Precision AI legal research services

Commissioners Court Regular

The Commissioners Court will review a variety of consent agenda items including budget amendments, vendor contracts, and public works purchases. Key discussions include law enforcement services for the hospital district and several infrastructure projects.

• Interlocal Agreement for law enforcement services with University Medical Center of El Paso for $3,951,107.13
• Demolition of three buildings on Alameda Avenue by JSR Construction and Remodeling LLC for $902,303.51
• Maintenance and support of Accela planning and permitting software from Carahsoft Technology Corp. for $857,576.38
• Budget amendment increasing the overall 2023-2024 operating budget to $643,643,435.56
• Purchase of a new basketball court for Risinger Park for $126,430.00

The Commissioners Court approved a $3 million annual contract for technology services and authorized various grants, settlements, and infrastructure projects. The court also addressed a right-of-way access appeal and held an executive session to discuss legal and economic development matters. No action was taken on the final agenda item regarding law enforcement impacts and disaster declarations.

• Approved $3M annual technology services contract with Sequel Data Systems (5-0)
• Approved $902,303.51 contract for demolition of three Alameda Avenue buildings (5-0)
• Approved $3.95M interlocal agreement for law enforcement services with UMC (5-0)
• Approved $1.32M Child Protective Services grant renewal (5-0)
• Approved $170,000 digital library services agreement (5-0)
• Approved $800,000 budget increase for Rescue Mission of El Paso (5-0)
• Appointed Michael Barnes to Veterans Advisory Board (5-0)
• Denied appeal regarding 800 Acton Street right-of-way violation (5-0)

Women's Commission

The Women's Commission will meet to determine short and long-term tasks and goals to submit to the Commissioners Court. The body will also review minutes from the July 30, 2024, meeting.

• Approval of July 30, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion of short and long-term tasks and goals for submission to Commissioners Court

The Women's Commission met on August 28, 2024, to conduct regular business. The commission approved the minutes from their previous meeting held on July 30, 2024. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved July 30, 2024 meeting minutes

Ethics Commission

The El Paso County Ethics Commission will meet to select a Chair for the term starting September 1, 2024. The body will also review training compliance and financial interest submissions for elected officials and department heads.

• Selection of Chair for term September 1, 2024, through February 28, 2025
• Review of Preliminary Standing Review Committee terms
• Discussion of training compliance report for persons covered by the Code of Ethics
• Review of Statement of Financial Interest submissions for Department Heads and Elected Officials

The Ethics Commission convened to discuss administrative items, including the selection of a new chair and reviews of compliance reports. The provided minutes do not record any formal votes or final actions taken on the agenda items presented.

• Minutes from April 11, 2024, presented (no action recorded)
• Chair selection for September 2024–February 2025 discussed (no action recorded)
• Preliminary Standing Review Committee terms reviewed (no action recorded)
• Training compliance report discussed (no action recorded)
• Statement of Financial Interest submissions report discussed (no action recorded)

Commissioners Court Regular

The Commissioners Court will consider a budget amendment to increase the 2023-2024 operating budget to $642,521,332.99. The meeting includes various contract approvals for animal services, facility upgrades, and juvenile probation services.

• Budget amendment increasing overall budget to $642,521,332.99
• Contract with Motorola Solutions for radio equipment in the amount of $857,924.07
• Construction contract with Trane US Inc. for a water cooled helical rotary chiller for $222,324.20
• Interlocal Agreement with City of El Paso for Animal Services not to exceed $219,779
• Grant award of $30,000 to Rave Marketing & Events for Way-Out West Fest

The Commissioners Court approved the Fiscal Year 2025 operating and capital budgets for both El Paso County and the El Paso County Hospital District. The Court also adopted property tax rates for the County and the Hospital District for the upcoming fiscal year. Additionally, the Court approved various grant agreements, interlocal contracts, and American Rescue Plan Act project funding.

• Adopted FY 2025 El Paso County Hospital District budget (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2025 El Paso County budget (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2025 County property tax rate of $0.426323 per $100 (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2025 Hospital District tax rate of $0.185607 per $100 (5-0)
• Approved $1M ARPA funding for Sheriff's Department and Auditor's Office (4-1)
• Approved I-10 Downtown Deck Project agreement with MPO (4-1)
• Approved 911 District FY 2025 budget (5-0)
• Appointed Jerome Washington to E911 Board of Managers (5-0)

Commissioners Court Regular

The Commissioners Court will consider the recommended FY2025 budgets and tax rates for Emergency Services District No. 1 and No. 2. The body will also authorize local orders and voting centers for the November 5, 2024 General Election.

• FY2025 budget and tax rate recommendations for Emergency Services District No. 1 and No. 2
• Contract with Keystone GC, LLC for plumbing water lines at El Paso County Jail Annex for $384,200.50
• Purchase of three new basketball courts for El Paso County Parks for $379,290.00
• Supplemental contract with GAP Air Conditioning and Heating for courthouse AC units for $92,066.32
• Research agreement with Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute for $200,000

The Commissioners Court approved the FY2025 budgets and tax rates for Emergency Services District No. 1 and Emergency Services District No. 2. The court also authorized various administrative items, including election preparations for November 5, 2024, and infrastructure improvements at the County Courthouse and Jail Annex. Additionally, the court accepted the dedication of Bill Bart Road as a public right-of-way.

• Approved FY2025 budget and tax rate for ESD No. 1 (5-0)
• Approved FY2025 budget and tax rate for ESD No. 2 (5-0)
• Authorized Early Voting and Election Day sites for Nov 5, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved $92,066.32 contract for Courthouse HVAC replacement (5-0)
• Approved $384,200.50 contract for Jail Annex plumbing repairs (5-0)
• Accepted dedication of Bill Bart Road as public right-of-way (5-0)
• Approved $379,290.00 purchase of three basketball courts for County parks (5-0)
• Tabled contract for Border Prosecution Unit service provider (5-0)

Commissioners Court - Thursday Special Session

The Commissioners Court will discuss and take action on the El Paso County budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. The body will also determine salaries and allowances for elected County and precinct officers starting October 1, 2024.

• Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget for El Paso County
• Annual salaries, expenses, or allowances for elected County and precinct officers
• Presentation on Paso Del Norte Health Information Exchange (PHIX) investments
• Presentation on proposed County Arts programs
• Presentation on American Rescue Plan Act Coronavirus State & Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Portfolio

The Commissioners Court approved the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget for El Paso County. Additionally, the Court set the annual salaries and allowances for elected County and precinct officers for the upcoming fiscal year, noting that no increases were proposed. The meeting also included presentations on health information exchange, arts programs, American Rescue Plan Act funds, and capital project status.

• Approved FY 2024-2025 County Budget (5-0)
• Set annual salaries and allowances for elected officers (5-0)
• Received presentation on PHIX health information project
• Received presentation on proposed County arts programs
• Received presentation on ARPA fund portfolio implementation
• Received presentation on capital-funded project status

Commissioners Court Budget Hearing

The Commissioners Court will discuss and take action on the El Paso County budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. The body will also address annual salaries and allowances for elected County and precinct officers.

• Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget for El Paso County
• Annual salaries, expenses, or allowances for elected County and precinct officers for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2024

Commissioners Court Budget Hearing

The Commissioners Court will discuss and take action on the El Paso County budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. The body will also address annual salaries, expenses, and allowances for elected County and precinct officers.

• Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget for El Paso County
• Annual salaries, expenses, or allowances for elected County and precinct officers for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2024

The Commissioners Court approved the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget for El Paso County. The court also approved a $39,825 cost for a benefits program. No action was taken regarding proposed annual salaries and allowances for elected officials.

• Approved Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget (3-2)
• Approved $39,825 for benefits program (3-2)
• No action taken on elected official salaries and allowances

Commissioners Court Regular

The Commissioners Court will consider calling a bond election for November 5, 2024, and adopting a related project list. The body will also discuss tax rates for El Paso County and the El Paso County Hospital District.

• Proposed bond election for November 5, 2024, and adoption of a Capital Improvement Bond Program Project List
• Purchase of playground and basketball equipment from Exerplay, Inc. for $884,423.50
• USDA award of $2,850,000 for the Cotton Valley Connect broadband project
• Purchase and installation of a diesel generator for the County Courthouse for $425,858.74
• Public hearing on a $10.00 fee for the County Clerk's Records Archive Preservation and Restoration Plan

The El Paso County Commissioners Court approved a proposed 2024 property tax rate of $0.4281 per $100 valuation and scheduled a public hearing for August 26, 2024. The Court also authorized an order calling for a bond election to be held on November 5, 2024. Additionally, the Court approved various budget amendments, grant acceptances, and infrastructure contracts, including a diesel generator for the courthouse.

• Approved 2024 proposed property tax rate of $0.4281 per $100 (5-0)
• Ordered November 5, 2024 bond election (5-0)
• Approved $425,858.74 contract for courthouse diesel generator
• Accepted $2,850,000 USDA grant for Cotton Valley Connect broadband project
• Approved $884,423.50 for playground and basketball equipment
• Approved $200,000 single-source contract for Sheriff's C.I.T. evaluation
• Appointed Guillermo Silva to Civil Service Commission
• Approved $25,000 sponsorship for NAMI Texas Conference

Commissioners Court UMC Workshop

The Commissioners Court will receive a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2025 El Paso County Hospital District Operating and Capital Budget. The body will discuss and take action on these budgets and the proposed tax rate.

• FY 2025 El Paso County Hospital District Operating Budget
• FY 2025 El Paso County Hospital District Capital Budget
• Proposed tax rate for the El Paso County Hospital District

The Commissioners Court received a presentation on the University Medical Center/EPCHD Fiscal Year 2025 budget. Following the discussion, the Court approved the Hospital District's capital and operating budgets and set the tax rate at $0.219526 per $100 valuation.

• Approved FY 2025 Hospital District budget and tax rate (4-0)

Purchasing Board Meeting

The Purchasing Board will discuss results from the 2024 Vendor Survey and the 2024 Purchasing Agent Survey. The board will also review the format of the Monthly Purchasing Board Report and determine if a meeting will be held on September 4, 2024.

• 2024 Vendor Survey results
• 2024 Purchasing Agent Survey results
• Monthly Purchasing Board Report format
• Meeting schedule for September 4, 2024

Commissioners Court Regular

The Commissioners Court will review several high-value grants and infrastructure projects, including water system construction and highway safety improvements. The body is also discussing the redemption of up to $5.61 million in tax notes and the FY2024 Multiyear Capital Plan.

• Acceptance of $4,542,014 FEMA Shelter Services Program funding award
• First Amendment to Interlocal Agreement with El Paso Water Utilities for $1,892,143.20
• Purchase of law enforcement vehicle equipment from Alamo Auto Supply for $326,702.70
• Proposed redemption of up to $5,610,000 of the Taxable Series 2023B Tax Note
• Grant of $15,000 to the Cultural Heritage Society of the Camino Real de Tierra Adentro

The Commissioners Court approved the issuance of up to $3.5 million in tax notes for county facility renovations and authorized the redemption of up to $5,610,000 of the 2023B Tax Note. The court also accepted a $4.5 million FEMA grant for regional humanitarian response and renewed the county's burn ban for 90 days. Other actions included various infrastructure agreements and the approval of equipment purchases for law enforcement and parks.

• Approved $3.5M tax note for facility renovations (5-0)
• Approved redemption of up to $5.61M of 2023B Tax Note (5-0)
• Accepted $4.54M FEMA shelter services grant (5-0)
• Renewed county burn ban for 90 days effective August 11 (5-0)
• Approved $15,000 grant for Cultural Heritage Society event (5-0)
• Approved $300,000 grant for Veterans Treatment Court (5-0)
• Appointed Reggie Mainor to Veterans Advisory Board (5-0)
• Approved $2.03M amendment for water/wastewater systems (5-0)

Commissioners Court Strategic Planning

The Commissioners Court will meet to discuss a Strategic Leadership and Governance Plan Document. This includes a presentation by facilitator Lyle Sumek regarding leadership goals, performance objectives, and strategic financial planning.

• Discussion of leadership goals, performance objectives, and outcomes
• Review of operational management and strategic financial planning
• Discussion of existing resources, future needs, and projects
• Presentation on strategic planning topics by Lyle Sumek

The Commissioners Court met to discuss a Strategic Leadership and Governance Plan for the County of El Paso. The session included a presentation from Strategic Planning Facilitator Lyle Sumek regarding leadership goals, performance management, and strategic financial planning. No formal legislative actions were taken during the meeting.

• Received presentation on strategic planning (No vote)

Commissioners Court Strategic Planning

The Commissioners Court is holding a special meeting to discuss a Strategic Leadership and Governance Plan for El Paso County. This includes a presentation by facilitator Lyle Sumek on leadership goals, performance objectives, and strategic financial planning.

• Discussion of a Strategic Leadership and Governance Plan including performance objectives and future projects
• Presentation on strategic planning by facilitator Lyle Sumek
• Proposed suspension of video recording and live streaming for meetings on July 30 and July 31, 2024

The El Paso County Commissioners Court voted to suspend video recording and live streaming for its special sessions on July 30 and July 31, 2024. The Court also received a presentation from facilitator Lyle Sumek regarding a strategic leadership and governance plan for the county.

• Approved suspension of video recording and live streaming for July 30-31 (5-0)
• Received presentation on strategic leadership and governance plan

Women's Commission

The Women's Commission will meet to determine short and long-term tasks and goals to present to the Commissioners Court. The body will also consider suspending the video recording and live stream for this specific meeting.

• Approval of June 25, 2024, meeting minutes
• Proposed suspension of video recording and live streaming for the July 30 meeting
• Discussion of short and long-term goals for submission to Commissioners Court

The El Paso County Women's Commission convened on July 30, 2024, heard a public comment promoting new businesses, and discussed tasks, goals, and video recording suspension. The provided minutes do not record any formal votes or final decisions on the agenda items.

• Discussed suspending video recording and live streaming for the July 30, 2024 meeting without recorded action
• Discussed short and long-term tasks and goals to submit to Commissioners Court with no action taken
• Discussed setting agenda items for the next meeting without recorded action

Commissioners Court Regular

The Commissioners Court will vote on a budget amendment to increase grants by $230,498 and a $1,032,439.80 lease for countywide network equipment. The body will also discuss the renewal of a Disaster Declaration and the FY2024 Multiyear Capital Plan.

• Lease agreement with Summus Industries, Inc for network equipment totaling $1,032,439.80
• Budget amendment No. 37 to increase grants by $230,498.00
• Jury Administration System agreement with Judicial Systems Inc for $277,373.70 plus $32,984 annual support
• Approval of water and sewer rates for East Montana Water System effective October 1, 2024
• Proposed $30,000 sponsorship over three years for the Way Out West Festival

The El Paso County Commissioners Court approved a $230,498 budget amendment, authorized the purchase of 8.7 acres of land in East El Paso for the Hospital District, and renewed several juvenile probation service agreements. The court also approved various infrastructure contracts, including elevator repairs and restroom renovations, and recognized several community observances.

• Approved $230,498 operating budget amendment
• Authorized Hospital District to purchase 8.7 acres of land in East El Paso
• Approved $1,032,439 lease for network equipment
• Approved $277,373 jury administration services agreement
• Approved $154,563 contract for jail elevator and lift repairs
• Approved $135,000 interlocal agreement for border crossing analysis
• Approved new water and sewer rates for East Montana Water System
• Renewed multiple juvenile probation residential treatment agreements

Commissioners Court Regular

The Commissioners Court will vote on various contracts, including park improvements and IT upgrades. The body will also discuss grant applications for Operation Lone Star and the implementation of American Rescue Plan funds.

• Contract with Banes General Contractors, Inc. for skateparks at Agua Dulce, Estrella and Gallegos Park for $3,536,000
• Purchase of APX NEXT for the Information Technology Department from Motorola Solutions, Inc. for $857,924.07
• Amendment to the Emergence Health Network agreement for a Crisis Intervention Team in the amount of $923,038.37
• Sole source purchase from Tyler Technologies, Inc. for Odyssey software migration and support totaling $3,814,720 plus $110,000 annual services
• Proposed grant applications to the Office of the Governor and Texas Indigent Defense Commission for Operation Lone Star expenses

The El Paso County Commissioners Court approved operating budget amendment No. 36, decreasing the overall budget by $57,875.00 to $638,683,845.66. The court also approved the submission of the Operation Lone Star grant application and related TDCJ temporary housing requests, and approved ARPA funding reallocations. Additionally, the court rescinded a previous sole source purchase order with Tyler Technologies to adjust SaaS migration pricing.

• Approved amendment No. 36 decreasing overall operating budget to $638,683,845.66 (5-0)
• Approved termination of Interlocal Agreement for Rural Transit System Cost Sharing with Town of Clint (5-0)
• Approved termination of Interlocal Agreement for Rural Transit System Cost Sharing with City of Socorro (5-0)
• Approved $3,536,000 contract with Banes General Contractors for skateparks at Agua Dulce, Estrella, and Gallegos Park (5-0)
• Adopted resolution designating July 22-27, 2024, as Pretrial, Probation, and Parole Supervision Week (5-0)
• Approved Operation Lone Star grant applications and related TDCJ temporary housing requests (5-0)
• Approved ARPA SLFRF funding reallocations for county program evaluations and public health study (5-0)
• Rescinded September 25, 2023 order for Tyler Technologies software purchase and approved revised sole source purchase (5-0)

Commissioners Court Special

The Commissioners Court will review and potentially approve new water and sewer rates for the El Paso County Water System (d/b/a East Montana Water System) to take effect October 1, 2024. The body will also hold a budget hearing for Fiscal Year 2025 and discuss the FY2024 Multiyear Capital Plan.

• Approval of water and sewer rates for East Montana Water System
• Budget hearing for Fiscal Year 2025 including June 30, 2024 interim financial report
• Development of FY2024 Multiyear Capital Plan
• Feedback on the El Paso County Paid Parental Leave Program
• Executive session regarding Energy Construction Services Contract with Schneider Electric Building Americas, Inc.

The El Paso County Commissioners Court held a special meeting on July 18, 2024, receiving public comments on green infrastructure and water sustainability. The court received presentations regarding water and sewer rates for the East Montana Water System, utility infrastructure updates, the 2024-2028 Strategic Plan, the FY2024 Multiyear Capital Plan, the FY2025 Budget and June 30, 2024 financial report, the Paid Parental Leave Program, and economic development policies. The court also held an executive session to discuss legal advice on an Energy Construction Services Contract and Equipment Lease/Purchase Agreement with Schneider Electric Building Americas, Inc.

• Received presentation on new water and sewer rates for the East Montana Water System
• Received presentation on Planning & Development Utility Infrastructure Development Division overview
• Received presentation and updates on the County's 2024-2028 Strategic Plan
• Received presentation on the development of the FY2024 Multiyear Capital Plan
• Received FY2025 Budget presentation and County Auditor's monthly interim financial report
• Received presentation and feedback on the El Paso County Paid Parental Leave Program
• Discussed the development of El Paso County Economic Development policies, procedures, and processes
• Recessed into Executive Session to discuss legal advice concerning the Energy Construction Services Contract and Equipment Lease/Purchase Agreement with Schneider Electric Building Americas, Inc.

Commissioners Court Regular

The Commissioners Court will review a budgetary amendment to increase grants by over $10 million. The body is also discussing a request for a bond election to finance University Medical Center of El Paso facilities.

• Budget amendment to increase grants by $10,139,943.00
• Agreement with Baycom, Inc. for 104 Panasonic ToughBooks for $456,560.00
• Interlocal agreement with Camino Real Regional Mobility Authority for a Tornillo port of entry study for $1,350,000
• Request by El Paso County Hospital District to order a bond election for University Medical Center facilities
• Grant application for BJA FY24 Second Chance Act program in the amount of $900,000

The El Paso County Commissioners Court approved a consent agenda that included a 2023-2024 operating budget amendment increasing the overall budget to $638,741,720.66, along with various contracts, grants, and board appointments. The court also approved a $1,350,000 interlocal agreement with the Camino Real Regional Mobility Authority for a Tornillo port of entry study. Several presentations and reports were received, while action on Sun Bowl improvements and state law enforcement impacts resulted in no action.

• Approved consent agenda including budget amendment #35 increasing overall budget to $638,741,720.66
• Approved resolution proclaiming July 20, 2024 as Boxing at the Lake (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Sandra Garcia to the Risk Pool Board
• Approved appointment of Gabriel Williams to the El Paso County Housing Authority Board
• Approved use of the El Paso County Courthouse for a youth chess tournament on July 20, 2024, and waived parking and security expenses
• Approved $1,350,000 interlocal agreement with Camino Real Regional Mobility Authority for Tornillo port of entry study
• Approved application for BJA FY24 Second Chance Act Improving Reentry Education and Employment Outcomes program ($900,000)

Ethics Commission Regular Meeting

The El Paso County Ethics Commission will meet to select a Chair for the term starting September 1, 2024. The body will also review training compliance and financial interest submissions for elected officials and department heads.

• Selection of Chair for term September 1, 2024, through February 28, 2025
• Review of Preliminary Standing Review Committee terms
• Discussion of training compliance report for persons covered by the Code of Ethics
• Review of Statement of Financial Interest submissions for Department Heads and Elected Officials
• Approval of April 11, 2024, meeting minutes

Commissioners Court Capital Planning Workshop

The Commissioners Court will meet to discuss the development of the FY2024 Multiyear Capital Plan. The discussion covers project selections, financial planning for capital investments, and operational management.

• Development of the FY2024 Multiyear Capital Plan including project selections and financial planning

The Commissioners Court convened for a special meeting to discuss the development of the FY2024 Multiyear Capital Plan. The session included presentations and discussions regarding project selections, financial planning, and operational management. No formal action was taken during the meeting.

• Discussed FY2024 Multiyear Capital Plan (no action taken)

Commissioners Court Regular

The Commissioners Court will vote on various contracts, budget amendments, and grant applications. The body is also scheduled to discuss legal responsibilities regarding state law enforcement actions and border arrests.

• Application for a $16,375,000 HUD PRICE grant with a $500,000 county match
• Budget amendment increasing the overall budget to $628,601,777.66
• Contract for $885,370.00 with Election Systems & Software for tabulation hardware and services
• Payment of $500,000 in matching funds to Lower Valley Water District for the Sandhills wastewater project
• Project cost of $384,200.50 for plumbing water line replacement at the County Jail Annex

The El Paso County Commissioners Court approved a large consent agenda including operating budget amendments, software agreements, and various infrastructure and community service contracts. The court also adopted a resolution honoring Major General James P. Isenhower with the Estimado Amigo Award and authorized a HUD grant application for community enhancement. Additionally, the court postponed a board appointment and deleted an item regarding federal litigation.

• Approved consent agenda including budget amendment, contracts, and software agreements (5-0)
• Adopted resolution honoring Major General James P. Isenhower with the Estimado Amigo Award (5-0)
• Approved First Amendments to agreements with the El Paso Sports Commission (5-0)
• Postponed appointment of Sandra Garcia to the Risk Pool Board for one week (5-0)
• Approved submission of HUD PRICE grant application in the amount of $16,375,000 with a $500,000 county match (5-0)
• Deleted executive session item 10C and regular session item 11A regarding United States v. Texas litigation (5-0)

Commissioners Court Regular

The Commissioners Court will vote on various county purchases, grant applications, and budget amendments. The body will also discuss the American Rescue Plan Act portfolio and legal matters regarding state law enforcement actions at the border.

• Proposed $4,590,492.78 for access control and surveillance system upgrades at various locations
• Purchase of four ADA compliant vans for $674,611.80
• Grant award of $700,000 for community development in several colonias including Agua Dulce and Dairyland
• Purchase of planning and permitting software for $857,576.38
• Budget amendment increasing the overall budget to $623,001,455.66

The Commissioners Court approved several high-value procurement contracts, including surveillance upgrades and planning software. The court also authorized a $700,000 grant for community development in several colonias and approved a budget amendment increasing the overall budget to $623,001,455.66.

• Approved $4,590,492.78 for access control and surveillance system upgrades (5-0)
• Approved $857,576.38 for Planning and Permitting Service Software (4-0)
• Approved $700,000 CDBG grant for community development in Agua Dulce, Dairyland, Homestead Meadows, and Horizon View Estates (4-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 operating budget amendment increasing total budget to $623,001,455.66 (4-0)
• Approved $268,000 in Healthy Food Financing Initiative grants for McCombs Meat Market and La Mejor Carniceria y Mercado (4-0)
• Approved $689,224 Interlocal Agreement for Homestead Meadows SUP engineering (4-0)
• Approved $117,801 for fleet vehicles including Chevrolet Colorado and Ford Transit (4-0)
• Authorized application for $1.6M BJA grant for opioid and substance use programming (5-0)

Women's Commission

The Women's Commission will meet to review data regarding existing domestic violence courts. The body will also discuss short and long-term goals to submit to the Commissioners Court for consideration.

• Proposed suspension of video recording and live streaming for the June 25 meeting
• Review of requested data on existing domestic violence courts
• Development of short and long-term tasks and goals for the Commissioners Court
• Approval of June 4, 2024, meeting minutes

The Women's Commission approved the minutes from its June 4, 2024, meeting. No action was taken on other agenda items regarding domestic violence court data, commission goals, or future agenda items.

• Approved minutes from June 4, 2024, meeting

Commissioners Court Regular

The Commissioners Court will vote on several infrastructure contracts, including a diesel generator for the courthouse and trail design services. The body will also discuss the county's financial capacity and the implementation of American Rescue Plan funds.

• Interlocal Agreement for Alamo Alto Trail Project Phase 3 engineering and administration for $1,335,178
• Purchase and installation of a diesel generator for the El Paso County Courthouse for $425,858.74
• Purchase of Axon Fleet Camera Systems for the Sheriff’s Department for $126,702.20
• Budget amendment increasing the overall budget to $622,923,361.41
• HOT Event Grant Award Service Agreement with Green Paradise Productions Inc for $58,029.11

The Commissioners Court approved a variety of administrative and financial items, including a five-year consulting contract, budget amendments, and infrastructure projects. The court also adopted several resolutions recognizing local organizations and awareness months. No action was taken on items discussed in executive session regarding law enforcement actions at the border.

• Approved $24,480 MGT of America Consulting contract (4-0)
• Approved $8,793 special revenue and $13,100 grant budget increase (4-0)
• Approved $425,858 diesel generator purchase for courthouse (4-0)
• Approved $126,702 Axon Fleet Camera Systems purchase (4-0)
• Approved $1,335,178 Alamo Alto Trail Project ILA (4-0)
• Rescinded April 15 courthouse parking security contract (4-0)
• Approved $73,294 supplemental contract for parking security (4-0)
• Took no action on law enforcement border impact item (4-0)

Commissioners Court Special

The Commissioners Court will hold budget hearings regarding Fiscal Year 2024 and 2025, including discussions on employee pay and insurance. The body will also review the County's financial capacity and the 89th Texas Legislative Session Agenda.

• Presentation on updated financial capacity analysis based on taxable assessed valuation
• Status report on nonprofit agreements funded by the American Rescue Plan Act
• Discussion and action on the 89th Texas Legislative Session Agenda
• Budget hearings for Fiscal Year 2024 and 2025, including minimum wage and elected official's pay
• Discussion of Public Works/Parks and Recreation Department fee changes

The Commissioners Court met for a special session consisting primarily of presentations and budget hearings. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Commissioners Court Regular

The Commissioners Court will vote on various contracts, budget amendments, and legal matters. Key items include infrastructure projects in Fabens and software purchases for county operations.

• Project Development Agreement for Fabens Airport T-Hangars Project in the amount of $4,040,000
• Estimated $3,328,500 purchase of lodging services and booking tool from HotelEngine, Inc.
• Sole source purchase of Jury Management System Software for $294,081 plus $37,484 in annual support fees
• Budget amendment increasing the overall budget from $622,693,084.16 to $622,901,468.41
• Grant award of $68,704 to Chuco Town Farm for the Healthy Food Financing Initiative

The Commissioners Court approved several high-value contracts, including lodging services for Community Services and construction oversight for Fabens Airport T-Hangars. The court also increased the 2023-2024 operating budget and authorized various grants and software purchases.

• Approved $3,328,500 for lodging services and booking tool via HotelEngine, Inc.
• Approved $4,040,000 for Fabens Airport T-Hangars project oversight (Contract No. 2024-0429)
• Approved budget amendment increasing overall budget to $622,901,468.41
• Approved $294,081.00 and $37,484 in annual fees for Jury Management System Software
• Approved $98,378.31 for Sheriff's Department compliance software over three years
• Approved $68,704 grant award to Chuco Town Farm
• Approved $41,381.60 agreement with Sequel Data Systems
• Adopted resolution declaring June 19, 2024, as Juneteenth

Commissioners Court Regular

The Commissioners Court will discuss appointing Christina Sanchez as County Attorney. The body is also reviewing a FEMA grant application for migrant services and various legal claims and litigation.

• FEMA Shelter Services Program grant application for $22,710,069.98
• Purchase of three A/C units for the El Paso County Courthouse for $92,066.32
• Consulting Services Agreement with MGT of America Consulting, LLC for $24,480.00
• Budget amendment increasing grants by $10,019.00
• Revisions to Caesar Unit One and Homestead Meadows Unit 5 subdivisions

The Commissioners Court approved several honorary resolutions and processed a variety of consent agenda items, including budget amendments and grant applications. Several items were discussed in executive session, though some were later deleted or resulted in no action.

• Declared June 12, 2024, as 'Women Veterans Day' (5-0)
• Declared June 12, 2024, as 'Little Joe' Hernandez and Fred Sandoval Day (5-0)
• Approved $24,480 consulting contract with MGT of America Consulting, LLC
• Approved budget amendment increasing overall budget to $622,693,084.16
• Authorized FEMA Shelter Services Program grant application for $22,710,069.98
• Approved $92,066.32 for replacement of three A/C units at the County Courthouse
• Approved revisions to Caesar Unit One and Homestead Meadows Unit 5 subdivision plats
• Authorized $53,500 transfer within forfeiture account for SB4 lawsuit legal fees

Purchasing Board Meeting

The Purchasing Board will meet to establish a designated meeting schedule. The board will also receive and discuss presentations regarding the Purchasing Department's strategic planning and the 2024 Vendor Survey results.

• Establishment of a designated meeting schedule
• Strategic Planning for the Purchasing Department presentation
• 2024 Vendor Survey Results presentation
• Approval of February 21, 2024 meeting minutes

Commissioners Court Regular

The Commissioners Court will vote on increasing the 2023-2024 operating budget to $620,353,350.64. The body will also hold public hearings on renaming portions of 4th and 5th Streets in Fabens and discuss the FY 2025 staffing plan for area transportation services.

• Budget amendment increasing overall budget to $620,353,350.64
• Purchase of utility gators, trailers, and loaders for $289,664.38
• Purchase of six electric vehicle chargers for $240,256.00
• Public hearings for renaming 4th Street and 5th Street in Fabens
• Ornamental entry gates for McGill Cemetery for $102,932

The Commissioners Court approved the FY2025 Staffing Plan for El Paso Area Transportation Services, including the creation of a Director of Transit Operations position. The court also approved several infrastructure grants, equipment purchases, and resolutions regarding immigration and heritage.

• Approved FY2025 ETA Staffing Plan, including a new Director of Transit Operations position
• Approved $18,479,794 TxDOT grant for Alamo Alto Segment PDN-Trail Phase 3
• Approved $5,634,702 TxDOT grant for Homestead Meadows project
• Approved $289,664.38 for utility gators, trailers, mowers, and wheel loaders
• Approved $240,256.00 for six electric vehicle chargers
• Approved $102,932 for ornamental entry gates at McGill Cemetery
• Approved resolution urging President Biden to grant work permits for long-term undocumented immigrants
• Approved resolution declaring June 2024 as Immigrant Heritage Month

Commissioners Court Regular

The Commissioners Court will vote on various contracts, board appointments, and grant applications. The body is also discussing the 89th Texas Legislative Session agenda and the FY2024 Multiyear Capital Planning Process.

• Acceptance of a $4,816,706 West Texas HIDTA Multiple Initiatives Grant Award
• Budget amendment increasing grants by $280,000, raising the overall budget to $620,353,350.64
• Contract with Leo Marketing, LLC for $500,000 to promote tourism for the Majestic Mission Trail
• Purchase of network equipment leasing from Sequel Data Systems Inc for $969,042.91
• Purchase of industrial washers and dryers for the Sheriff's Office for $278,858.04

The Commissioners Court approved several administrative and financial items, including a $280,000 budget amendment and a $500,000 tourism promotion agreement. The court also adopted multiple resolutions recognizing local organizations and awareness weeks. No action was taken regarding legal matters discussed in executive session concerning border law enforcement impacts.

• Approved $280,000 budget amendment (5-0)
• Approved $500,000 tourism agreement with Leo Marketing, LLC (5-0)
• Approved $969,042.91 network equipment purchase (5-0)
• Approved $278,858.04 purchase of laundry equipment (5-0)
• Approved $222,324.20 chiller purchase for County Annex (5-0)
• Approved $211,477.17 purchase of breathing apparatus (5-0)
• Adopted resolution declaring June 2024 as Pride Month (5-0)
• No action taken on border law enforcement impact litigation

Commissioners Court Regular

The Commissioners Court will vote on several high-value equipment purchases and budget amendments. The body is also discussing street renamings in Fabens and a capital finance plan submitted by the Bond Advisory Committee.

• Allocation of $4,590,492.78 for access control and surveillance system upgrades via Pyrocom System Inc.
• Purchase of ExpressVote Universal Voting System for $885,370.00 from Election Systems & Software, LLC
• Budget amendment increasing grants by $151,461.12, raising the overall budget to $620,073,350.64
• Proposed renaming of 4th Street to Pvt. Fernando Gutierrez St. and 5th Street to Wildcat Nation Street in Fabens
• Purchase of Sheriff Department body armor plates for $99,006 from Galls, LLC

The Commissioners Court approved several high-value purchases, including a new voting system and security upgrades. The court also authorized a budget amendment increasing the 2023-2024 operating budget to $620,073,350.64.

• Approved $4,590,492.78 for access control and surveillance system upgrades
• Approved $885,370.00 for ExpressVote Universal Voting System
• Approved budget amendment increasing overall budget to $620,073,350.64
• Approved $591,710.64 estimated yearly cost for data services with Level 3 Telecom Holdings / Lumen Technologies
• Approved $184,183.00 first-year lease for Hewlett-Packard Financial Services and Sequel Data Systems
• Approved $99,006.00 for Sheriff Department Body Armor Plates
• Approved $88,952.00 for Sheriff's Department APX 8500 Radios
• Appointed Linda Chew to the Hospital District Board of Managers

Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will consider authorizing two bond issuances to refund previous obligations of the El Paso County Hospital District. The body is also reviewing various service contracts, grant applications, and infrastructure projects.

• Proposed General Obligation Refunding Bonds up to $207,865,000 and Revenue Refunding Bonds up to $55,000,000 for the Hospital District
• Interlocal Agreement with Lower Valley Water District for water/wastewater systems in $4,050,000
• Contract with Mike Garcia Merchant Security, LLC for Migrant Support Services Center not to exceed $190,000
• Construction agreement with Allen Concrete LLC for OT Smith Drive-Tornillo 2 stormwater projects for $493,832
• Grant application for West Texas High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) program in the amount of $5,107,567

The Commissioners Court approved two bond issuances for the El Paso County Hospital District to refund previous obligations. The court also approved various community service contracts, infrastructure projects, and grant applications.

• Authorized Hospital District General Obligation Refunding Bonds up to $207,865,000 (5-0)
• Authorized Hospital District Revenue Refunding Bonds up to $55,000,000 (5-0)
• Approved $150,000 interlocal agreement for enhanced library card program (5-0)
• Approved $4.05M agreement with Lower Valley Water District for water/wastewater systems
• Approved $493,832 stormwater project contract with Allen Concrete LLC
• Approved $344,750 for MDR Building 4th Floor restroom renovations
• Authorized $5.1M HIDTA grant application for Sheriff's Office and 34th DA's Office
• Found aggregate auditor shortages were not due to negligence or criminal actions (5-0)

Regular Meeting

The El Paso County Commissioners Court will review various grant applications, budget amendments, and purchasing requests. The body is also scheduled to receive the El Paso Central Appraisal District's proposed FY 2024/2025 budget.

• Maintenance agreement for Sheriff’s Department Astro P25 Radio Communication System for $2,131,923.41
• Purchase of Sheriff Department Vehicle Toughbooks for $456,560.00
• FEMA Shelter Services Program funding award of $4,542,014
• Budget amendment increasing overall budget to $618,354,889.52
• Acceptance of Peyton Estates Unit Four and Sky View Estates Unit V subdivision plats

The Commissioners Court approved a major maintenance agreement for the Sheriff's Department radio system and several grant applications. The court also authorized budget amendments and various equipment purchases. Several items were discussed in executive session with no further action taken.

• Approved $2,131,923.41 Astro P25 Radio Communication System Maintenance Agreement (4-0)
• Approved $456,560.00 for Sheriff Department Vehicle Toughbooks (4-0)
• Approved budget amendment No. 23 increasing overall budget to $618,354,889.52 (4-0)
• Approved $4,542,014 FEMA Shelter Services Program funding award (4-0)
• Approved $1,000,000 BJA Second Chance Act grant application (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Celena Arreola to Bond Advisory Committee (4-0)
• Approved award of RFP 24-014 to Recovery Alliance, Opportunity Center for the Homeless, and Rescue Mission of El Paso (4-0)
• Approved $14,492.70 donation from Novipax for Sparks Park sign (4-0)

Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will consider several administrative contracts and budget reallocations. The body is also scheduled to take action on the pending vacancy for County Attorney JoAnne Bernal and discuss legal responsibilities regarding SB 4 and state law enforcement actions.

• Purchase of data circuits through Level 3 Telecom Holdings, LLC/Lumen Technologies for $591,710.64
• Reallocation of $252,386.88 for Scott-Air-Pacs replacement at the Downtown Detention Facility
• Sole source purchase of PowerDMS software for the Sheriff's Department for $98,378.73
• Contract with Moreno Cardenas, Inc. for Risk and Resiliency Assessment Project for $99,847.00
• Installation of security equipment in the Campbell Parking Garage by PyroCom Systems, Inc. for $73,294.10

The Commissioners Court accepted the resignation of County Attorney JoAnne Bernal and directed staff to consider appointing Christina Sanchez to the role. The court also authorized a letter to the El Paso state delegation regarding state law enforcement actions impacting county operations.

• Accepted resignation of County Attorney JoAnne Bernal effective June 7, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved letter to El Paso state delegation regarding state law enforcement actions (5-0)
• Approved award of state lobbying services to Philips & Meachum, LLC (5-0)
• Approved $252,386.88 for Scott-Air-Pacs at Downtown Detention Facility (5-0)
• Approved $591,710.64 for county-wide data circuits from Lumen Technologies (5-0)
• Approved $98,378.73 sole source purchase of software from PowerDMS, Inc. (5-0)
• Accepted $40,000 Operation Stonegarden grants for Constable Precincts 1 and 4 (5-0)
• Approved resolutions for National Animal Care and Control Association Week and Telecommunicators Week (5-0)

Ethics Commission Meeting

The minutes for the April 11, 2024, meeting do not record any votes, decisions, or discussions. The document lists a testing item submission but provides no outcome.

Historical Commission

The El Paso County Historical Commission is meeting to discuss several funding requests for historical markers and educational outreach. The body will also receive a presentation from the El Paso Chamber of Commerce and consider suspending the meeting's live stream.

• Proposed $4,000 for a local marker for the Navy Plane at Ascarate Park
• Proposed $4,000 for a THC marker for 'Still We Rise,' El Paso Black Business Renaissance
• Proposed $4,000 for a THC marker for community organizer Elvira Villa Lacarra Escajeda
• Proposed $3,500 for an Adobe Workshop by Pat Taylor at Abara House
• Proposed $4,500 for printing the Magoffin Historic District Walking Tour brochure

Regular Meeting

The El Paso County Commissioners Court will vote on various infrastructure projects, vehicle purchases, and grant awards. The meeting includes discussions on emergency service district audits and regional mobility authority agreements.

• Award recommendation to Banes General Contractors, Inc. for skate park renovations for $3,536,000
• Purchase of 41 FY2024 vehicles for a total of $2,381,900.02
• Data Center Synergy Equipment Leasing from Sequel Data Systems ($799,930.47) and Hewlett Packard Enterprise ($184,183.00)
• Interlocal Agreement for El Paso County Transit Facility Project Design Phase with CRRMA for $1,400,000
• Operation Stonegarden grant award for the El Paso County Sheriff's Office in the amount of $1,487,000

The Commissioners Court approved a $3,536,000 contract with Banes General Contractors for the El Paso County Skate Parks Renovation project. The court also authorized the purchase of 41 vehicles for $2,381,900.02 and approved several resolutions, including declaring April 2024 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Second Chance Month.

• Approved $3.5M skate park renovation contract with Banes General Contractors
• Approved $2.38M purchase of 41 county vehicles
• Accepted audits for Emergency Service Districts 1 and 2
• Approved $1.4M agreement for transit facility design services
• Approved $43,000 contract for property fraud alert software
• Adopted resolutions for Sexual Assault Awareness and Second Chance months
• Authorized letter of commitment for City of El Paso Recompete grant application

Special Meeting

The Commissioners Court will discuss legal rights and responsibilities regarding SB 4 and other state immigration and border enforcement actions. The body will also discuss priorities for updating the county's 5 Year Strategic Plan.

• Discussion of priorities for the 5 Year Strategic Plan
• Discussion of state law enforcement actions impacting county operations
• Action regarding legal rights and responsibilities regarding SB 4 (File No. 0165-23-PL)

The El Paso County Commissioners Court met in a special session to discuss strategic leadership priorities for the 5-year strategic plan and to hold closed executive sessions regarding state law enforcement actions and SB 4. No formal action or votes were taken on the agenda items during the open session.

• Moved discussion of state law enforcement actions into executive session (5-0)
• No action taken on strategic leadership and governance priorities for the 5-year strategic plan
• No action taken regarding state law enforcement actions impacting county operations
• No action taken regarding legal rights and responsibilities concerning SB 4 and border enforcement actions

Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will vote on several infrastructure contracts, budget amendments, and tax exemptions. The body is also discussing legal responsibilities regarding SB 4 and border enforcement actions.

• Proposed $14,951,850 for Fabens Airport hangar and entrance design project
• Proposed $3,657,500 for the 2024 Roadway Paving project
• Proposed $1,405,292.09 for Juvenile Probation Department security systems upgrades
• Budget amendment to increase grants by $3,879,150.64
• Proposed 100 percent tax exemption for qualifying child-care facilities

The El Paso County Commissioners Court approved a 100 percent tax exemption for qualifying child-care facilities and authorized several large financial agreements, including an amendment for Fabens Airport improvements and a road paving contract. The court also appointed members to the Bond Advisory Committee and authorized legal action regarding a Public Information Act request.

• Approved 100% property tax exemption for qualifying child-care facilities with 60 additional application days (5-0)
• Approved Fifth Amendment for Fabens Airport Improvements Project with CRRMA for $14,951,850 (5-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 budget amendment increasing grants by $3,879,150.64 to $618,272,763.57 (5-0)
• Approved contract with Allied Paving Company for 2024 Road and Bridge Paving Project for $3,657,500 (5-0)
• Approved JPD Security Systems Bond Upgrade contract with PyroCom Systems Inc. for $1,405,292.09 (5-0)
• Appointed Henry Castillo and Lilia Maldonado to the El Paso County Bond Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Authorized County Attorney's Office to file and defend litigation for Public Information Act request #3787 (5-0)
• Authorized County Judge to sign letter to Texas Commission on Jail Standards regarding temporary TDCJ facility conditions (5-0)

Special Meeting

The Commissioners Court will hold a budget hearing to receive a presentation and provide feedback on 2025 health, dental, and insurance plans. The body will also consider an appointment to the County Bond Advisory Committee.

• Budget hearing for 2025 Health and Dental Plan Design, Basic Life Insurance, NACo Public Promise Insurance Benefits, and the VanPool Program
• Appointment of Virginia Price to the El Paso County Bond Advisory Committee for a term ending July 31, 2024

The El Paso County Commissioners Court held a special meeting on March 21, 2024. The court received a presentation regarding 2025 employee insurance and benefit programs and approved the appointment of Virginia Price to the County Bond Advisory Committee.

• Approved appointment of Virginia Price to Bond Advisory Committee (4-0)
• Received presentation on 2025 health, dental, and life insurance plans

Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will consider several budget amendments for the 2023-2024 operating budget and the termination of multiple task orders with Consor Engineers, LLC. The body will also discuss the implementation of the American Rescue Plan Act portfolio and various board appointments.

• Termination of Consor Engineers, LLC task orders totaling over $5.1 million
• Budget amendments adjusting the 2023-2024 operating budget, including a $200,000 General Fund increase
• Contract with Visit El Paso for marketing services in Mexico for $17,500
• Agreement with STS Electronic Recycling, LLC for $22,950
• Reallocation of $242,476 for the purchase of a bucket truck and Chevy Malibu

The Commissioners Court approved multiple reallocations of American Rescue Plan funds, including $4 million for water and wastewater infrastructure and $4.5 million for a new economic recovery program. The Court also terminated several civil engineering task orders with Consor Engineers, LLC and appointed new members to the Bond Advisory Committee and Emergence Health Network Board of Trustees. Additionally, the Court authorized a $500,000 marketing campaign for the Majestic Mission Trail.

• Approved $500,000 for Majestic Mission Trail marketing (5-0)
• Terminated four task orders with Consor Engineers, LLC (5-0)
• Appointed Roberto Franco to chair Bond Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Appointed Kelly Franco to Emergence Health Network Board (5-0)
• Approved $4M transfer for water/wastewater capital projects (5-0)
• Approved $4.5M for new Economic Recovery Program (5-0)
• Postponed items 14 and 15 regarding legal reporting and records (4-0)

Historical Commission

The El Paso County Historical Commission will meet to consider the FY25 budget. The body will also discuss whether to suspend the video recording and live streaming of the March 12 meeting.

• Approval of the FY25 County Historical Commission Budget
• Action regarding suspending video recording and live streaming of the March 12 meeting

The Historical Commission approved the FY25 budget, which includes an additional $1,000 for the El Paso Train Show. The commission also voted to suspend video recording and live streaming for the upcoming March 12, 2024, meeting.

• Approved suspension of video recording/streaming for March 12 meeting (6-0)
• Approved FY25 budget including $1,000 for El Paso Train Show (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:36 PM (6-0)

Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will consider implementing SB 1145 to exempt certain child care facilities from local property taxes. The body is also reviewing various grant applications, budget amendments, and infrastructure contracts.

• Proposed budget amendment decreasing the 2023-2024 operating budget by $3,168,295.37
• Contract for $270,000 with Camino Real Regional Mobility Authority for County Master Thoroughfare Plan update
• Purchase of $73,294.10 for security and surveillance installation at the Judge’s Parking Garage
• Grant application for $727,946 for the West Texas HIDTA Prosecution Initiative
• Property conveyance and warranty deed from Joe and Lillian Lujan for $23,831

The Commissioners Court approved an amendment to the 2023-2024 operating budget, decreasing the total budget by over $3.1 million. The Court also authorized several grant applications for cybersecurity, crisis intervention, and veteran services, and appointed members to the Bond Advisory Committee and Ethics Commission.

• Approved 2023-2024 operating budget amendment (5-0)
• Approved $73,294.10 for parking garage security system (5-0)
• Appointed Henry Ocegueda to Bond Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Appointed Nancy Nino to Ethics Commission (5-0)
• Approved Veteran Parades Funding Policy and Procedures (5-0)
• Authorized submission of three cybersecurity grant applications (5-0)
• Authorized $763,280.49 Crisis Intervention Team grant application (5-0)
• Postponed jail security legal advice discussion for one week (5-0)

Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will vote on several infrastructure contracts and budget reallocations. The body is also reviewing an investment policy and receiving an update on the Pellicano Widening Project.

• Reallocation of $5,000,000 for the Fabens Airport Hangar project
• Construction contract for Bradley and Desert Willow storm water retention pond for $1,776,038.00
• Paving Emulsion bid award to Quality Emulsions, LLC for an estimated $1,848,000.00
• Construction contract for De Alva storm water culvert for $548,000.00
• Service Agreement for Workforce Development Services with Project Arriba for $150,000

The Commissioners Court approved multiple infrastructure and service contracts, including storm water projects and a $1.8 million paving emulsion bid. The court also authorized budget reallocations for airport and parking garage improvements and adopted an updated investment policy. Several items, including a resolution for Border Heritage Magazine, were postponed or deleted.

• Approved $1.8M paving emulsion contract with Quality Emulsions, LLC (5-0)
• Approved $1.77M Bradley and Desert Willow storm water pond contract (5-0)
• Approved $548,000 De Alva storm water culvert contract (5-0)
• Approved $330,000 OT Smith Drive storm water project contract (5-0)
• Approved $300,000 countywide sidewalk repair contract (5-0)
• Adopted updated county investment policy (5-0)
• Deleted RFQ 24-001 for investigative services (5-0)
• Postponed resolution for Border Heritage Magazine (5-0)

Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will review several high-value contracts for school resource officers and infrastructure projects. The body is also deciding on various grant applications for law enforcement and public transportation.

• Interlocal Agreement for 5 School Resource Officers with San Elizario ISD for $2,143,056.41
• Interlocal Agreement for 4 School Resource Officers with Fabens ISD for $1,714,445.12
• Fabens sidewalks project design and construction amendment for $456,789.33
• Purchase of Community and Bond Advisory Committee Meetings from Barracuda Public Relations for $599,750
• TxDOT Rural Areas Public Transportation Project Grant Agreement for $1,400,285

The Commissioners Court approved several high-value professional service agreements for the 2024 Multiyear Capital Plan and school resource officer contracts. The court also authorized multiple grant applications for public works and law enforcement, and approved a $4.4M application for disabled veterans' impact.

• Approved $1,393,300 agreement with MNK Architects, LLC for 2024 Multiyear Capital Plan (5-0)
• Approved $539,750 agreement with Barracuda Public Relations, LLC for 2024 Multiyear Capital Plan (5-0)
• Approved $2,143,056.41 agreement for 5 School Resource Officers at San Elizario ISD (5-0)
• Approved $1,714,445.12 agreement for 4 School Resource Officers at Fabens ISD (5-0)
• Approved $4,403,092 Texas Comptroller's application for disabled veterans impact (5-0)
• Approved $24,975,000 RAISE grant application for Bob Hope Drive extension (5-0)
• Approved $1,300,000 HUD grant application for Animal Welfare Department (5-0)
• Approved $5,000 allocation for a Community Climate Workshop (5-0)

Purchasing Board

The Purchasing Board is meeting to approve previous meeting minutes and receive a presentation on the proposed Purchasing Department Budget for Fiscal Year 2025.

• Fiscal Year 2025 Proposed Purchasing Department Budget presentation

Special Meeting

The Commissioners Court will receive a presentation on the Airport Business Development Plan and discuss mental health service goals. The body will also review economic development policies and funding sources. Additionally, a resolution regarding the Animal Welfare Department's recognition is scheduled for approval.

• Presentation on the Airport Business Development Plan (ABDP)
• Discussion on Mental Health Services/Programs under Strategic Plan Goal 5
• Review of Economic Development Policies and funding from General Fund, Economic Impact Fund, tax abatements, and Hotel Occupancy Tax
• Resolution to adopt recognition for the El Paso County Animal Welfare Department

The Commissioners Court received presentations regarding the Airport Business Development Plan and El Paso County economic development policies. The court voted to delete an agenda item concerning mental health services and programs. One additional item regarding an animal welfare resolution was not addressed due to time constraints.

• Deleted agenda item regarding mental health services (5-0)
• Received presentation on Airport Business Development Plan
• Received presentation on economic development policies

Historical Commission

The El Paso County Historical Commission will meet to discuss budget timelines, annual reporting, and historical markers. The body will also consider funding for marketing materials and explore grant opportunities for a Butterfield Trail Sculpture.

• Proposed $1,000.00 for 2024 El Paso Train Show marketing materials
• Discussion of FY25 budget format and March 12th submission deadline
• Review of Park Service Semiquincentennial Grants for a Butterfield Trail Sculpture
• Update on the Old County Jail historic site restoration process
• Action on nominations for Texas Treasure Business Awards

The Historical Commission approved funding for the 2024 El Paso Train Show and requested information on the county's grant application process for a potential Butterfield Trail sculpture. The commission also voted to suspend the video recording and live streaming of the meeting.

• Approved January 9, 2024 meeting minutes, Outreach Committee report, and Marker Committee report (9-0)
• Approved suspending video recording and live streaming of the February 13, 2024 meeting (9-0)
• Approved $1,000.00 for marketing materials for the 2024 El Paso Train Show (9-0)
• Approved request for staff to provide information on the county's grant application process for a Butterfield Trail sculpture (9-0)

Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will vote on a budget amendment increasing the overall budget to $617,883,225.23 and the adoption of the 2024 Multiyear Capital Plan. The body will also discuss the American Rescue Plan Act portfolio and road and speed safety issues.

• Budget amendment increasing General Fund by $200,000.00 and Grants by $1,607,242.23
• $300,000.00 agreement with Preservation Texas for the West Texas Heritage Center
• $268,669.77 contract with Keystone Contractors and Engineers for El Paso County Jail Annex electrical work
• $125,000 for the establishment of the El Paso County Neighborhood Improvement Program
• Renewal of the County of El Paso’s Burn Ban Order for 90 days

The Commissioners Court approved the 2024 Multiyear Capital Plan and established the El Paso County Neighborhood Improvement Program with $125,000 in funding. The Court also authorized a $599,750 transfer of American Rescue Plan funds for public outreach and approved various service agreements, including contracts for jail facility repairs and migrant support services.

• Adopted 2024 Multiyear Capital Plan
• Established El Paso County Neighborhood Improvement Program ($125,000)
• Approved $599,750 transfer for ARPA public outreach
• Renewed County Burn Ban for 90 days
• Approved $221,116.25 contract for JPD Challenge Facility remediation
• Approved $268,669.77 contract for Jail Annex electrical panel installation
• Approved $169,558.27 contract for Jail Annex fire pumps
• Approved $149,000.41 amendment for Fabens Airport Fuel Farm project

Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will review a budget amendment decreasing the overall budget to $616,075,983.00. The body is also deciding on various service contracts and numerous grant applications for judicial, law enforcement, and community programs.

• Budget amendment decreasing overall budget to $616,075,983.00
• Migrant Long Distance Transport Support Agreement with Misioneros Inc. not to exceed $453,600
• Sole Source award for Envisio Analytics subscription upgrade for $120,000
• TXDOT Grant Agreement for Fabens Airport Fuel Farm Project construction of $800,000
• Indigent Defense grant application for $1,249,983 regarding the Cielo Vista Walmart shooting trial

The El Paso County Commissioners Court denied a request to allocate $100,000 for the District Attorney's legal representation in a lawsuit regarding Senate Bill 4. The Court also approved a resolution to issue a letter to President Biden denouncing SB 4 and state immigration enforcement, while directing the creation of a county working group on border civil rights. Additionally, the Court approved the 2024 health and dental summary plan description and various grant applications.

• Denied $100,000 funding for DA legal representation in SB 4 lawsuit (5-0)
• Approved letter to President Biden denouncing SB 4 and state immigration enforcement (4-0)
• Approved 2024 health and dental summary plan description
• Approved hiring a Migrant Services Coordinator
• Approved appointment of Bond Advisory Committee members
• Approved $1.25M indigent defense grant for Walmart shooting trial
• Approved $800,000 grant agreement for Fabens Airport fuel farm
• Tabled Pellicano Widening project update for one week

Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will vote on several infrastructure contracts, grant applications, and budget amendments. The body will also discuss legal representation regarding Senate Bill 4 and the establishment of a Neighborhood Improvement Program.

• Award of $1,776,038 to Horizone Construction 1 Ltd. for Bradley and Desert Willow Storm Water Pond Improvement
• Allocation of up to $100,000 for legal representation of the District Attorney in an ACLU lawsuit regarding SB 4
• Proposed establishment of the El Paso County Neighborhood Improvement Program with $125,000 in funding
• Application for a TxDOT FY2022 Federal Section 5311 Grant in the amount of $2,044,420
• Authorization of $133,404 for the Rio Grande Council of Governments FY 2024 Law Enforcement Training Initiative

The Commissioners Court denied a request to allocate $100,000 in county funds for the District Attorney's legal representation in an ACLU lawsuit regarding Senate Bill 4. The Court also directed staff to negotiate an extension for the El Paso Sports Commission contract through September 30, 2026. Additionally, the Court approved a $1.77 million storm water pond improvement contract and made several board appointments.

• Denied $100,000 allocation for District Attorney's SB 4 legal defense (5-0)
• Waived legal conflict for DA to hire private counsel with non-county funds (5-0)
• Directed staff to negotiate Sports Commission contract extension to 2026 (5-0)
• Approved $1,776,038 storm water pond improvement contract (5-0)
• Appointed Roberto Ransom and Michael McElroy to Mobility Coalition (4-1)
• Appointed Melissa Harcrow to Women's Commission (5-0)
• Appointed four members to Ethics Commission (5-0)
• Deleted Neighborhood Improvement Program item from agenda (5-0)

Special Meeting

The Commissioners Court will discuss the development of economic development policies, procedures, and processes. The discussion includes strategic planning and the structuring of industry-specific support programs.

• Discussion on funding sources including the County General Fund, County Economic Impact Fund, Hotel Occupancy Tax Revenues, and tax abatements/rebates

The Commissioners Court met to discuss the development of county economic development policies, procedures, and processes. The session included a presentation from the Director of Strategic Development regarding strategic planning, process improvements, and funding sources for industry-specific support programs. No formal actions or votes were taken during the meeting.

• Received presentation on economic development policies (no action taken)

Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court is reviewing a budget amendment to increase grants by $911,078. The body is also deciding on various service contracts for ambulance services, juvenile probation, and road projects.

• Budget amendment increasing the 2023-2024 operating budget to $616,192,096.56
• Ambulance Services Agreement with Life Ambulance Service, Inc. for $407,052
• Bob Hope Drive Extension Project agreement with CRRMA for $1,327,500
• Purchase of FY2022 vehicles from Silsbee Ford Inc. for $1,762,157.44
• School Resource Officers agreement with Tornillo ISD for $832,824.36

The El Paso County Commissioners Court approved a consent agenda covering multiple budget amendments, contracts, and grant applications, and adopted resolutions recognizing the new cancer center and Human Trafficking Prevention Month. The court also made several board appointments, including Dr. Silvina Tonarelli to the Emergence Health Network Board of Trustees, and approved purchases for transit buses and paving rock. Items regarding legal representation in a Senate Bill 4 lawsuit and Marathon Petroleum's air permit request saw no action taken following executive session.

• Approved budget amendment No. 12 increasing the operating budget by $911,078 to $616,192,096.56 (5-2)
• Approved resolutions commending the new Comprehensive Cancer Treatment Center and declaring January 2024 as Human Trafficking Prevention Month (5-0)
• Appointed Dr. Silvina Tonarelli to the Emergence Health Network Board of Trustees for a term ending December 31, 2025 (5-0)
• Appointed Roger Martinez to the Ethics Commission for the term ending January 31, 2024 (5-0)
• Appointed Gabriel Alvarado to the Veterans Advisory Board for the term ending November 30, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of five ADA compliant buses and four ADA compliant vans for $1,771,479 (5-0)
• Accepted bid for paving rock to Jobe Materials, L.P. (5-0)
• Accepted EPA federal appropriations grant awards for Northwest Drinking Water and Northwest Area Sewer Connection projects (5-0)

Special Meeting

The Commissioners Court will hold a budget hearing to review financial information for the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget. The body will also receive presentations on aerospace manufacturing and county facility accessibility updates.

• Budget hearing for Fiscal Year 2025 Budget information
• Approval of the updated El Paso County ADA Transition Plan
• Presentation on aerospace and defense manufacturing from the Aerospace Center at UTEP
• Interim financial report for the month ended November 30, 2023

The Commissioners Court approved the updated El Paso County ADA Transition Plan following a presentation on facility updates. The court also accepted a November 2023 interim financial report and deleted a scheduled budget hearing.

• Approved updated El Paso County ADA Transition Plan (5-0)
• Accepted interim financial report for month ended November 30, 2023 (5-0)
• Deleted budget hearing regarding Fiscal Year 2025 Budget information (5-0)
• Received presentation on aerospace and defense manufacturing from UTEP

Historical Commission

The El Paso County Historical Commission will receive updates on markers, outreach projects, and 2024 History Day. The body will also discuss cemetery status and developments regarding Casa Ronquillo and the Old County Jail.

• Action to forego YouTube broadcast of commission meetings
• Update on Chinese Memorial Pagoda status and cemetery services
• Update on Casa Ronquillo and Old County Jail developments
• Update on 2024 History Day
• Updates from Markers and Outreach Committees

The commission approved a motion to stop broadcasting its meetings on YouTube. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved motion to forgo YouTube broadcast of meetings (7-0)

Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will review several budget amendments and grant applications, including a $12 million request for a transit facility. The body will also discuss the Marathon Petroleum refinery air permit and the FY2024 Multiyear Capital Plan.

• Proposed $12,005,639 TxDOT Rural Discretionary Grant for a transit facility
• Construction contract with Jordan Foster Construction, LLC for courthouse coffee shop for $352,963.35
• Sole source purchase of Poll Pad software and hardware for $52,620.00
• Budget amendment increasing 2023-2024 operating budget by $133,139.00
• Discussion of Marathon Petroleum’s El Paso Refinery air permit renewal

The Commissioners Court approved hiring an environmental expert and outside counsel to assist in filing a contested hearing regarding Marathon Petroleum's air permit renewal. The court also approved several budget amendments and grant applications for transit and social services.

• Authorized up to $20,000 for an environmental expert and $20,000 for outside counsel for Marathon Petroleum air permit contest (5-0)
• Approved $352,963.35 contract with Jordan Foster Construction, LLC for courthouse coffee shop (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 gold sponsorship and fee waivers for El Paso Inc.'s Best Pet event (5-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 budget amendment increasing grants by $133,139.00 (5-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 budget amendment increasing capital projects by $53,391.00 (5-0)
• Created the El Paso County Bond Advisory Committee and appointed five members (5-0)
• Approved $52,620.00 sole source purchase of Poll Pad software and hardware (5-0)
• Authorized agreement with Insight Public Sector, Inc. for Cotton Valley Connect broadband project (5-0)