Galveston County public meetings in 2025

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Commissioners Court will consider various contracts, budget amendments, and personnel appointments. The body is also reviewing several bid awards for heavy equipment and materials.

• Contract for cementitious slurry material with Alleyton Resource Company, LLC dba Great Southern Stabilized
• Bid awards for a rotary side mower tractor, wheeled loader, and rotary slope mower tractor
• Renewal of Interlocal Agreement with University of Texas Medical Branch for Employee Health
• Contract with Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership (BAHEP) for economic development
• Sand pit permit for Brad Ballard at 687 Hwy 87, Crystal Beach

Commissioners Court

The Galveston County Commissioners Court will meet to approve a consent agenda of routine financial transactions, including payroll, accounts payable, and various contracts for fire services, mosquito control, and road projects. The court will also consider budget amendments and a contract for asphalt materials.

• Approval of accounts payable checks and payroll
• Renewal of fire protection contracts with local volunteer departments
• Consideration of a contract for asphalt materials (ITB 25-065)
• Approval of budget amendments for Mosquito Control and Senior Meal programs
• Consideration of a contract for cyber security services with Securance LLC

The Commissioners Court approved the consent agenda items numbered 1 through 38, excluding items 6 and 9, by a unanimous 4‑0 vote. The Court also approved awarding ITB 25‑065 for Asphalt Oils & Emulsions to Cleveland Asphalt Products, Inc., and subsequently authorized execution of the resulting contract, each by 4‑0 votes. All votes were unanimous with Commissioner Armstrong absent.

• Approved consent agenda items 1‑38 (except items 6 and 9) (4‑0)
• Approved award of ITB 25‑065 Asphalt Oils & Emulsions contract to Cleveland Asphalt Products, Inc. (4‑0)
• Approved execution of the resultant ITB 25‑065 Asphalt, Oils and Emulsion contract (4‑0)

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Commissioners Court will meet to discuss pilotage authority and regulatory actions by the Board of Pilot Commissioners for Harris County Ports. The body will also consider agreements regarding retirement benefits and employee insurance plans.

• Resolution asserting exclusive pilotage authority and opposing Harris County Ports rate-setting
• Interlocal Agreement with the City of Bryan for Retirement Benefit Coordination
• Aetna Supplemental Benefits Proposal for a Critical Illness Plan
• Budget amendment 25-197-1201-A to transfer funds for Sheriff's Office uniforms
• Resolution proclaiming December 6, 2025, as Galveston Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Day

The Commissioners Court voted 5-0 to adopt a resolution asserting Galveston County’s exclusive pilotage authority and opposing extraterritorial rate‑setting by the Harris County Board of Pilot Commissioners. The Court also approved, by a 5-0 vote, a resolution designating December 6, 2025 as Galveston Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Day, an interlocal agreement with the City of Bryan for retirement benefit coordination, the Aetna supplemental critical illness benefits plan, and a budget transfer for Sheriff’s Office uniform invoices.

• Approved Resolution asserting exclusive pilotage authority (5-0)
• Approved Resolution proclaiming Kappa Alpha Psi Day (5-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with City of Bryan for retirement benefits (5-0)
• Approved Aetna Supplemental Critical Illness Benefits Plan (5-0)
• Approved Sheriff’s Office uniform budget transfer (5-0)

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Commissioners Court will meet to consider the hiring of a Director of Grants and hold an executive session regarding potential procurement procedural error claims. The body will also review a large consent agenda featuring various contracts, grants, and budget amendments.

• Hiring of the Director of Grants
• Release of a $100,000 bond for Texas City Hurricane Levee permit no. TCSW-25-383
• Closure of the Bayshore boat ramp in Bacliff for construction from Nov 24, 2025, to March 3, 2026
• Agreement for Architectural Services for Mid County Annex Tax Office and Sheriff's Office with Joiner Architects, Inc.
• Abandonment of an unopened alley right-of-way near Ave A & 2nd Street in Algoa Suburbs

The Commissioners Court approved all consent agenda items numbered 1 through 42, except item 36, which was deferred. The approval passed with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. The Court also approved the hiring of the Director of Grants with a 5‑0 vote. An executive session was entered to consult the county attorney about potential procurement claims.

• Approved consent agenda items 1‑42 (except item 36) (5‑0)
• Deferred item 36 – AFFH Certification (no vote)
• Approved hiring of Director of Grants (5‑0)
• Entered executive session to consult attorney on procurement claims

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Commissioners Court will meet to canvass the November 4, 2025 Constitutional Election. The body will also consider bond financing for apartment rehabilitation and two sand pit permit applications.

• Canvass of the November 4, 2025 Constitutional Election
• Tax-Exempt Bond financing for acquisition and rehabilitation of Seville Place Apartments in La Porte
• Sand pit permit application for 3925 Hwy 87, Port Bolivar
• Sand pit permit application for 3899 Hwy 87, Port Bolivar
• Fiscal Year 2026 Special Inventory Budget (151551) Amendment

The Commissioners Court approved all six items on the consent agenda. The items included filing the FY 2026 Special Inventory Budget amendment, canvassing the November 4, 2025 constitutional election results, authorizing certificates for the Southeast Texas Housing Finance Corporation bond, granting a power of attorney for UTMB DEA forms, and acknowledging receipt of sand pit permit applications for 3925 and 3899 Highway 87 with newspaper‑notice authorization. The motion passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved FY 2026 Special Inventory Budget amendment (item 1) – vote 5‑0
• Approved canvass of November 4, 2025 constitutional election (item 2) – vote 5‑0
• Approved authorization of General and No Litigation Certificates for Southeast Texas Housing Finance Corp bond (item 3) – vote 5‑0
• Approved Power of Attorney to execute DEA forms for UTMB (item 4) – vote 5‑0
• Approved acknowledgment of sand pit permit for 3925 Hwy 87, Port Bolivar (Sidney Bouse) and authorized newspaper notice (item 5) – vote 5‑0
• Approved acknowledgment of sand pit permit for 3899 Hwy 87, Port Bolivar (John "JC" Bouse) and authorized newspaper notice (item 6) – vote 5‑0

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court approved a premium pay increase for County Court and Probate Judges effective Jan. 1, 2026. It deferred a resolution on exclusive pilotage authority and deferred two sand‑pit permits in Port Bolivar. The court amended the CDBG award to remove Round 1, and it approved the L4 Ranch replat without conditions. All consent‑agenda items not deferred were approved unanimously.

• Approved premiums for County Court/Probate Judges effective 01/01/2026 (5‑0)
• Deferred Resolution asserting exclusive pilotage authority (5‑0)
• Deferred sand‑pit permit for Sidney Bouse at 3925 Hwy 87 (5‑0)
• Deferred sand‑pit permit for John “JC” Bouse at 3899 Hwy 87 (5‑0)
• Amended CDBG award to strike Round 1, leaving only Round 2.3 (5‑0)
• Approved L4 Ranch replat unconditionally (5‑0)
• Approved consent‑agenda items 1‑9, 11, 13‑21, 24‑48 (unanimous)

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Galveston County Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting on October 31, 2025 to address ten test agenda items. Items 1‑3 are on the consent agenda and require no deliberation. Items 4‑10 are on the action agenda and will be discussed by the commissioners. No substantive business beyond the test items is detailed in the agenda.

• Test Item #1 – consent agenda
• Test Item #2 – consent agenda
• Test Item #3 – consent agenda
• Test Item #4 – action agenda
• Test Item #5 – action agenda

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Commissioners Court will consider a wide range of consent items, including interlocal agreements for flood mitigation in the Lower Clear Creek and Dickinson Bayou watersheds. The body will also review several FEMA grant awards and budget transfers for county facility renovations.

• Interlocal Agreement with League City for Lower Clear Creek and Dickinson Bayou flood mitigation plan
• Acceptance of FEMA grant awards for Road Damages and Countywide Street Signs
• Budget transfers for renovations to Moody Courthouse, Justice Center, Mid-County Annex, and Bacliff Annex
• 287(g) agreement between DHS, ICE, and Constable's Office Precinct 2
• Award of ITB 25-062 for Hot Mix Asphalt

The Commissioners Court approved the appointment of Ashley Olsen as the Mosquito Control Manager by a 5-0 vote. The meeting also included a consent agenda and multiple items for consideration, but no outcomes were recorded for those items in the minutes.

• Approved appointment of Ashley Olsen as Mosquito Control Manager (5-0)

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Galveston County Commissioners Court will meet to discuss a proposal from Emergency Management regarding outdoor burning. The body will also consider a resolution honoring the Bolivar Chamber of Commerce.

• Order Prohibiting Outdoor Burn Ban in all Unincorporated Areas of Galveston County
• Resolution honoring the 50th Anniversary of the Bolivar Chamber of Commerce

The Commissioners Court approved a resolution honoring the 50th anniversary of the Bolivar Chamber of Commerce. It also adopted an order prohibiting outdoor burning in all unincorporated areas of Galveston County. Both items passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote. Commissioner Apffel was absent for both votes.

• Approved resolution honoring 50th Anniversary of Bolivar Chamber of Commerce (4-0)
• Approved order prohibiting outdoor burning in all unincorporated areas (4-0)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will consider a wide range of administrative items, including internal audit reports for child welfare and the Sheriff's Office. The body will also discuss contract renewals for fire protection and library services, as well as various budget amendments for FY2026.

• Internal audit reports for Galveston County Child Welfare, District Attorney’s Office, Senior Services, and Sheriff’s Office
• Renewal of fire protection services contracts for League City, San Leon, and Tiki Island Volunteer Fire Departments
• Execution of 287(g) agreements with DHS/ICE for the Sheriff's Office and Constable Pct. 1
• Authorization for the County Engineer to negotiate contracts for 2025 Road and Bridge and Drainage Bond projects
• Awarding of RFP 25-058 for the printing and mailing of the County's annual newsletter

The Galveston County Commissioners Court considered a large number of agenda items, including contracts, audits, and grant approvals. The only outcome explicitly recorded was that no action was taken on the resolution honoring the 50th anniversary of the Bolivar Chamber of Commerce. All other items were considered, but the minutes do not state any approvals, denials, or vote totals.

• No action taken on resolution honoring 50th Anniversary of the Bolivar Chamber of Commerce (no vote recorded)

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting to consider a wide range of consent agenda items. These include FY 2026 budget filings, personnel salary adjustments, and various service contract renewals.

• Approval of FY 2026 Galveston County Purchasing Budget
• Interlocal agreement to fund drainage improvements in Jamaica Beach, Texas
• Renewal of fire protection services contracts for Bacliff, Friendswood, and High Island Volunteer Fire Departments
• Acceptance of FEMA Hurricane Beryl Project Award for replacement of Beach Barrels on Bolivar
• Implementation of FY 26 personnel salary adjustments effective September 25, 2025

The Commissioners Court approved the appointment of Chris Barcelo to the Gulf Coast Center Board with a unanimous 4-0 vote. The Court also approved the (re)appointment of Commissioners Joe Giusti and Hank Dugie to the Animal Services Advisory Committee, also by a 4-0 vote. Additionally, the Court renewed the annual policy premiums for Commercial Property, Wind and Flood insurance with a 4-0 vote.

• Approved appointment of Chris Barcelo to Gulf Coast Center Board (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Commissioners Joe Giusti and Hank Dugie to Animal Services Advisory Committee (4-0)
• Approved renewal of annual policy premiums for Commercial Property, Wind and Flood policies (4-0)

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Commissioners Court will meet to discuss the purchase of real property. The body will consider authorizing a contract amendment to extend the feasibility period for a land sale until October 24, 2025.

• Executive session to deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease or value of 13.9 acres of land at 54th St. and Broadway Blvd., Galveston, Texas
• Consideration of contract amendment with Julie Barry, Trustee, regarding 13.9 acres at 54th St. and Broadway Blvd.

The Commissioners Court approved a motion to extend the feasibility period for the sale of approximately 13.9 acres at 54th St. and Broadway Blvd. to November 10, 2025. The motion passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote; Commissioner Apffel was absent.

• Extended feasibility period for 13.9‑acre land sale to Nov 10, 2025 (4‑0)

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Galveston County Commissioners Court will meet to consider a consent agenda of routine financial approvals, including budget transfers for the Sheriff's Office and Adult Probation, and to discuss the Texas Statewide Opioid Settlement Agreements. The court will also enter executive sessions regarding personnel and litigation matters.

• Consideration of Texas Statewide Opioid Settlement Agreements
• Authorization of budget transfers for Sheriff's Office and Adult Probation
• Consideration of appointment to Gulf Coast Center Board
• Consideration of appointment to Gulf Coast Authority Board
• Consideration of awarding contract for Bayshore Park Boat Ramp

The Commissioners Court approved the award of the Bayshore Park boat ramp contract to Brizo Construction, LLC. It also approved the Inmate Clothing & Supplies contract with Victory Supply LLC and adopted the consent agenda items 1‑45. Items 12, 13 and 16 were deferred, and the award of the County Bank Depository contract was postponed.

• Approved award of Bayshore Park Boat Ramp contract to Brizo Construction, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Inmate Clothing & Supplies contract with Victory Supply LLC (5-0)
• Approved ITB 25-042 inmate clothing & supplies sections to vendors (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda items 1‑45, excluding items 12, 13, 16 (5-0)
• Deferred appointment to Gulf Coast Center Board (item 12) (5-0)
• Deferred appointment to Gulf Coast Authority Board (item 13) (5-0)
• Deferred item 16 (re‑solicitation for HVAC mechanical services) (5-0)
• Deferred award of Galveston County Bank Depository Contract (item 46) (5-0)

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Galveston County Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY2026 County Budget, then vote to adopt the FY2026 budget and the 2025 Tax Levy. The meeting also includes consent agenda items such as quarterly audit reports and personnel movements, and several contract authorizations, including election services contracts with multiple school districts and a cultural event permit for LULAC 151. Additional items include a permit fee reduction for the Bayside Lions Club kite festival and interlocal agreements to fund street improvements in Kemah and Hitchcock.

• Approval of LULAC 151 request for Dia de Los Muertos Fall Fiesta on Oct 25 2025 at 722 Moody Avenue
• Reduction of permit fee for Bayside Lions Club “Family Kite Fest” at Bayshore Park on Oct 11 2025 and future dates
• Authorization for County Judge to sign election services contracts with Dickinson ISD, Galveston County Water Control Improvement District #12, Hitchcock ISD, and Santa Fe ISD
• Approval of interlocal agreements to partially fund street improvements in Kemah and Hitchcock
• Adoption of the FY2026 County Budget (public hearing and vote)

The Commissioners Court approved all items on the consent agenda (items 1‑40) with a 5‑0 vote. The court then adopted the FY2026 County Budget, also by a 5‑0 vote. Finally, the 2025 Tax Levy was approved unanimously. No public comments were received during the brief public hearing.

• Approved consent agenda items 1‑40 (5‑0)
• Adopted FY2026 County Budget (5‑0)
• Adopted 2025 Tax Levy (5‑0)

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Galveston County Commissioners Court will meet to approve routine accounts payable and payroll orders, authorize the implementation of a secure payments system, and consider purchasing exemptions for law enforcement vehicles and motorcycles.

• Approval of accounts payable checks dated 8/29/25
• Authorization for PaymentWorks secure payments system
• Discretionary exemption for Sheriff's Department to purchase 2025 Harley-Davidson FLHTP models
• Discretionary exemption for Sheriff's Department to purchase crime scene trailer
• Consideration of Replat of Lot 8 Block 48 San Leon Farm Home Tracts

The Galveston County Commissioners Court approved the consent agenda items 1‑16, which included payroll orders, auditor appointment, and several procurement authorizations, with a 5‑0 vote. The Court also approved the replat of Lot 8 Block 48 San Leon Farm Home Tracts, the partial replat of Lot 1 Block 22, and The Biscayne Section Two Partial Replat No. 2, each unanimously (5‑0). No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved consent agenda items 1‑16 (payroll, auditor appointment, procurement authorizations) – vote 5‑0
• Approved unconditionally Replat of Lot 8 Block 48 San Leon Farm Home Tracts – vote 5‑0
• Approved unconditionally Partial Replat of Lot 1 Block 22 – vote 5‑0
• Approved unconditionally The Biscayne Section Two Partial Replat No. 2 – vote 5‑0

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Galveston County Commissioners Court will consider approval of early voting polling locations and election day polling locations for the November 2025 Constitutional Election. It will also authorize the County Judge to sign election services contracts with Bolivar Peninsula SUD, the City of Galveston, the City of La Marque, Friendswood Independent School District, and Galveston Independent School District. Additional items include a settlement agreement with USAA Subrogation Unit and an order setting civil citation fees for 2026.

• Approval of early voting polling locations for November 2025 election (Item 21)
• Approval of election day polling locations for November 2025 election (Item 22)
• Authorization for County Judge to sign election services contracts with multiple municipalities and school districts (Items 24‑28)
• Consideration of Settlement Agreement and Full Release with USAA Subrogation Unit (Item 42)
• Order setting civil citation fees for the Sheriff and Constables for calendar year 2026 (Item 43)

The Galveston County Commissioners Court approved the entire consent agenda with a 5‑0 vote. The agenda included approval of accounts payable checks, payroll orders, an early check release to Microsoft, several administrative agreements, a stop‑sign installation, and a retirement resolution. No other substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved accounts payable checks dated 8/18/2025 (5‑0)
• Approved payroll order ending 8/13/2025 bi‑weekly #17 (5‑0)
• Approved early check release to Microsoft Corporation (EFT‑0025740) (5‑0)
• Approved NFP Investment Advisory and Consulting Agreements for the Social Security Replacement Plan (5‑0)
• Approved executive recruitment services proposal for the grants director (5‑0)
• Approved installation of stop sign by the Road & Bridge Department (5‑0)
• Approved resolution honoring retirement of Road & Bridge Administrator Lee Crowder (5‑0)
• Approved amendment #7 for senior congregate meals program (5‑0)

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Commissioners Court will consider proposing a tax rate as required by Senate Bill 2. The meeting includes a budget workshop and an executive session to discuss personnel matters for multiple department directors. An internal audit report for the Personal Bond Office is also on the consent agenda.

• Proposal of a tax rate per Senate Bill 2
• Budget Workshop Discussion
• Internal audit report of the Personal Bond Office (6/1/2024 - 05/31/2025)
• Executive session regarding personnel matters for 11 director-level positions

The Commissioners Court approved the internal audit report for the Personal Bond Office covering June 1 2024 to May 31 2025. The Court also approved moving forward with a tax‑rate proposal required by Senate Bill 2, as previously approved on August 4 2025. Both motions passed unanimously with a 3‑0 vote. The Court entered an executive session to discuss personnel matters before reconvening.

• Approved internal audit report of Personal Bond Office (6/1/2024‑5/31/2025) (3‑0)
• Approved consideration to propose tax rate per Senate Bill 2 (3‑0)
• Entered executive session on personnel matters
• Re‑convened into special meeting

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court approved its consent agenda items 1‑45 (except item 14) with a 5‑0 vote. It adopted the County Clerk's proposed records archive fee and voted no new tax rate of $0.324975 per $100 valuation, each by 5‑0. The Court also appointed Diana Huallpa as Chief Financial Officer with a salary of $155,000, approved 5‑0.

• Approved consent agenda items 1‑45 (except item 14) (5‑0)
• Adopted County Clerk's proposed records archive fee (5‑0)
• Approved no new tax rate of $0.324975 per $100 evaluation (5‑0)
• Appointed Diana Huallpa as Chief Financial Officer, salary $155,000 (5‑0)

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Galveston County Commissioners Court will consider a consent agenda of 59 items, including payroll, audits, and contracts for mosquito control, IT systems, and road projects. The court will also set a public hearing for a proposed records archive fee.

• Execution of contract for aerial adulticide application services
• Execution of contract for Altosid Liquid Larvicide 5% & 20%
• Setting a public hearing for August 04, 2025, on a records archive fee
• Authorization for Work Order #3 for the Mental Health Wellness Center
• Approval of Jail Facility Kitchen Floor Replacement project for $71,843.83

The Galveston County Commissioners Court approved all items on the consent agenda (items 1‑61) by a 5‑0 vote. The approved items include accounts‑payable checks, payroll orders, audit reports, fund transfers, and several contract authorizations. No other decisions are recorded in the minutes.

• Approved accounts payable checks dated 7/21/2025 (consent agenda) – 5‑0
• Approved payroll orders ending 7/16/2025 – 5‑0
• Approved quarterly audit report for Mosquito Control (4/1/2025‑6/30/2025) – 5‑0
• Approved use of cooperative purchasing for temporary staffing with Robert Half International – 5‑0
• Approved authorization for TXU Energy service point change request – 5‑0
• Approved work order for Mental Health Wellness Center kitchen floor replacement ($71,843.83) – 5‑0
• Approved acceptance of 2025/2026 Veterans Treatment Court grant award – 5‑0
• Approved budget amendment transfers for various departments – 5‑0

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Galveston County Commissioners Court will consider the appointment of two Deputy Medical Examiners and approve agreements with UTMB Health for inmate medical services during a special meeting in League City.

• Appointment of Dr. Billie Shine as Deputy Medical Examiner
• Appointment of Dr. Jamie Kendrick as Deputy Medical Examiner
• Consideration of Health Services Agreement-Inmate Care with UTMB Health
• Consideration of Interlocal Agreement for Inmate Medical Services with UTMB Health

The Galveston County Commissioners Court approved a consent agenda containing four items. The court appointed Dr. Billie Shine and Dr. Jamie Kendrick as Deputy Medical Examiners. It also approved a Health Services Agreement for inmate care and an interlocal agreement with UTMB Health to provide inmate medical services. The motion passed 3-0.

• Approved appointment of Dr. Billie Shine as Deputy Medical Examiner (3-0)
• Approved appointment of Dr. Jamie Kendrick as Deputy Medical Examiner (3-0)
• Approved Health Services Agreement‑Inmate Care with UTMB Health (3-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement to Provide Inmate Medical Services with UTMB Health (3-0)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will consider a memorandum of understanding with UTMB for inmate healthcare services at the county jail and juvenile justice department. The body will also review various infrastructure projects and administrative contracts.

• MOU with UTMB for inmate healthcare services at 5700 Avenue H and 6101 Attwater Ave
• Appropriation of $82,841.52 from Texas Department of Transportation for local government assistance
• Engineering contract negotiation with Tetra Tech, Inc. for Dickinson Bayou De-Snagging
• Change order no. 3 for Jackson Avenue Drainage Improvements- Phase II
• Awarding of ITB 25-048 for Altosid Liquid Larvicide and RFP 25-041 for Aerial Adulticide Application Services

The Commissioners Court approved a Uniform Work Hours policy, allowing flexible hours outside 8 am‑5 pm with location exceptions, passing 3‑2. The court also approved all consent‑agenda items (1‑47), including several budget transfers, unanimously. Two purchasing contracts were awarded: Altosid Liquid Larvicide to S OP CO USA, LLC (5‑0) and Aerial Adulticide Application Services to Agriland Aviation (5‑0).

• Approved Uniform Work Hours policy (3-2)
• Approved consent agenda items 1-47 (unanimous)
• Awarded Altosid Liquid Larvicide contract to S OP CO USA, LLC (5-0)
• Awarded Aerial Adulticide Application Services contract to Agriland Aviation (5-0)

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Commissioners Court will review a consent agenda featuring multiple contracts, audit reports, and budget amendments. The body will also consider awarding a contract for architectural services and enter an executive session to discuss four pending lawsuits.

• Payment of $165,322.00 for the Adult Jail Padded Cell Replacement project with Cornerstone Detention Products
• Awarding of RFQ 25-051 for Architectural Services
• Approval of a permit to replace a permeable planted median with concrete on FM 3005 at the West End of Seawall Blvd
• Approval of the Martha’s Vineyard subdivision plat
• Budget transfers for Sheriff's Office food services, facilities improvements, and Veterans Treatment Court

The Commissioners Court voted 4-0 to approve the (re)appointments to the Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program Governing Board. The court also adopted the consent agenda items 1 through 47, covering payroll orders, audit reports, contract approvals, and budget transfers, with a 4-0 vote. Additionally, the court approved the award of RFQ 25-051 for Architectural Services, also by a 4-0 vote.

• Approved (re)appointment to Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program Governing Board (4-0)
• Adopted consent agenda items 1-47, including payroll, audits, contracts, and budget transfers (4-0)
• Approved award of RFQ 25-051 Architectural Services (4-0)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court approved the consent agenda items 1‑55 with a 4‑0 vote. A public hearing on the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan was held with no comments. The Court then adopted the new Master Plan by a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved consent agenda items 1‑55 (4‑0)
• Adopted Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan (4‑0)

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Commissioners Court approved all consent‑agenda items (items 1‑37) except item 20, with a 4‑0 vote. The Court also approved the award of ITB 25‑043 for road signs and materials, also by a 4‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 2:32 p.m.

• Approved consent‑agenda items 1‑37 (item 20 removed) – vote 4‑0
• Approved award of ITB 25‑043 Road Signs & Materials – vote 4‑0

Commissioners Court

The Galveston County Commissioners Court will vote on a change order for the jail facility kitchen floor replacement project (RFP #24-026). It will also review and approve several contracts and extensions, including credit‑card service agreements, purchase of handheld card machines, mosquito‑control aerial spraying, and an interlocal procurement agreement with the City of Texas City. Additional items include a special‑warranty deed transfer to the City of Jamaica Beach and a permit request for a sand pit.

• Approval of change order 1 for jail kitchen floor replacement (RFP #24-026)
• Authorization for aerial mosquito‑spraying by the Mosquito Control Department
• Approval of Merchant Application & Agreement for credit‑card services by Certified Payments by Deluxe
• Purchase order for five Swipe Simple handheld credit‑card machines for Bolivar beaches
• Interlocal agreement with the City of Texas City for cooperative procurement

At the regular meeting on May 12, 2025, the Galveston County Commissioners Court reviewed a consent agenda and many individual items ranging from payroll orders to grant applications and property deeds. The minutes list the items considered but do not state any approvals, denials, or vote counts. Consequently, no substantive decisions are documented in the record.

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Galveston County Commissioners Court will meet to approve a consent agenda of routine items including payroll, resolutions, and contracts, and to consider awarding a construction contract for the Highway 3 boat ramp and parking lot.

• Awarding contract for Highway 3 boat ramp reconstruction
• Approval of accounts payable checks dated 4/28/2025
• Consideration of resolution honoring retirement of Renelle Lopez
• Consideration of resolution proclaiming May as Older Americans Month
• Consideration of ratification of grant applications for FY 2026

The Commissioners Court approved all items on the consent agenda, including payroll and accounting orders. It awarded four construction and material contracts, authorized the County Judge to sign two of them, and approved the Pelican Way Replat No. 2 without conditions. All votes were unanimous (5‑0).

• Approved consent agenda items 1‑37 (5‑0)
• Awarded Highway 3 Boat Ramp and Parking Lot Reconstruction contract to Lucas Construction Co. (5‑0)
• Awarded Precoat Topping Rock contract to Texas Materials Group, Inc. (5‑0)
• Awarded Reinforced Concrete Pipe contract to South Houston Concrete Pipe Co. (5‑0)
• Awarded Cyber Security and Incident Planning contract to Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker, LLC (5‑0)
• Authorized County Judge to execute Highway 3 Boat Ramp contract (5‑0)
• Authorized County Judge to execute Reinforced Concrete Pipe contract (5‑0)
• Approved Pelican Way Replat No. 2 unconditionally (5‑0)

Commissioners Court

The Galveston County Commissioners Court will consider a consent agenda of 68 items, including approval of payroll, updates to human resources policies, and renewals for legal and IT services. The court will also deliberate on real estate transactions and enter executive sessions regarding personnel and litigation.

• Approval of payroll and accounts payable checks
• Updates to HR policy manual regarding compensatory time
• Renewal of legal services contracts with multiple firms
• Authorization to close Lauderdale Boat Ramp for Jeep Weekend
• Consideration of awarding mobile restroom trailer contract

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved the consent agenda items 1‑58, except for item 29 which was deferred. A budget transfer to fund the Sheriff's Office K‑9 program (item 58) was also approved. The court awarded the mobile restroom trailer contract for Bolivar Peninsula to AMS Global, Inc. (item 59). The renewal of the panel counsel contract with Greer, Herz & Adams, L.L.P. was deferred.

• Approved consent agenda items 1‑58 (except item 29) – vote 5‑0
• Deferred renewal of Greer, Herz & Adams panel counsel contract (item 29) – vote 5‑0
• Approved budget transfer for Sheriff's Office K‑9 program (item 58) – vote 5‑0
• Awarded mobile restroom trailer contract to AMS Global, Inc. (item 59) – vote 5‑0

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Commissioners Court will vote on several financial and contractual matters, including the tobacco settlement distribution, multiple contract renewals, and fee reductions for community events. It will also consider resolutions honoring volunteers, a cheerleading squad, and Fair Housing Month, as well as an opposition to HB 5549. Additional items involve lease agreements, IT service renewals, and road and emergency‑services contracts.

• Approve Pro‑Rata Tobacco Settlement Distribution Expenditure Statement for 2025 (Item 7)
• Renew contracts with Stenograph LLC and Advantage for court reporter services (Items 26, 27)
• Approve fee‑reduction permits for Faith United Methodist Church and Up the Street Club at Walter Hall Park (Items 24, 25)
• Authorize lease of emergency management facility space on FM 646 in League City (Item 28)
• Approve amendment to contract with Alert Alarms for keypad installation at the Clerk’s Records & Elections Center (Item 32)

The special meeting on March 31, 2025, held at the Calder Annex, presented a consent agenda of 55 items covering payroll orders, contract renewals, resolutions, and various approvals. Each item is listed as being considered, but the minutes do not record any approvals, denials, vote tallies, or final outcomes. Consequently, no substantive decisions are documented in the record.

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Galveston County Commissioners Court will meet to consider a budget amendment to fund the purchase of body armor vests for the Sheriff's Office. The meeting is scheduled for 11:00 AM on March 21, 2025, at the Calder Road location in League City.

• Consideration of a discretionary exemption for body armor vests purchase
• Approval of budget amendment 25-102-0321-A for Sheriff's Office supplies
• Public comment period before adjournment

The Commissioners Court approved a discretionary exemption under Local Government Code Section 262.024 for a life‑safety purchase of body armor vests from Angel Armor. It also approved a budget amendment transferring funds from the General Fund and Budgeted Reserves to the Sheriff’s Office Administration for the same purchase. Both items passed unanimously (3‑0).

• Authorized discretionary exemption for life‑safety purchase of body armor vests from Angel Armor (3‑0)
• Approved budget amendment transferring funds to Sheriff’s Office for body armor vests (3‑0)

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Commissioners Court will consider various administrative approvals, budget transfers, and contract renewals. The body will also discuss appointments to emergency services districts and engineering services for Bolivar Beach Pocket Park.

• Engineering services award for Bolivar Beach Pocket Park (RFQ 25-034)
• Budget transfers for Sheriff's Office evidence room expansion and fuming chamber
• Purchase of new software and hardware for poll pads
• TxDOT property purchase of 0.1132 acres for SH 146 project
• Partial replat application for Pelican Way Replat No. 1 (Lazy Pelican RV Park, LLC)

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The Commissioners Court will consider approvals for early voting and election day polling locations for the May 3, 2025 elections. The body will also review various audit reports, budget transfers, and contract renewals.

• Approval of early voting and election day polling locations for May 3, 2025 elections
• Awarding of RFP 24-021 for Galveston County Home Elevation Construction Pool
• Awarding of ITB 25-032 for Abatement of Junked Vehicles
• Renewal of fire protection services contract with City of Galveston Fire Department
• Petitions to abandon portions of Baker Drive and 25th Street in Dickinson

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Commissioners Court will meet to discuss personnel matters for several department directors and officers in a closed executive session. The body will also consider several consent items including grant applications and equipment purchases.

• Executive session regarding appointment, employment, or discipline of 12 positions including CFO and County Engineer
• Purchase of new poll pads through Knowink, LLC for the Elections Department
• Submission of Community Development Block Grant - Mitigation grant applications to the Texas General Land Office
• Microsoft True Up for Enterprise Agreement with SHI Govt Solutions
• Resolution honoring Texas First Insurance for 100 years of success

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Commissioners Court will discuss a range of items, including a $100,000 bond release tied to a Texas City hurricane levee permit, several contract authorizations for election services, and various budget transfers. Additional agenda items cover permit fee reductions, infrastructure repairs, and IT equipment purchases. Most items are on the consent agenda and require no deliberation.

• Release bond no. 9456389 for $100,000 linked to Texas City Hurricane Levee permit TCSW-24-381
• Authorize County Judge to sign election services contracts with multiple school districts and cities
• Approve amendment to Galveston County Employees' Social Security Replacement Plan
• Authorize purchase of Starlink data plan for emergency communications system
• Approve reduction of permit fee for Space City Cruisers Inc. for biannual car shows at Walter Hall Park

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Commissioners Court will meet to decide on a bond election order and a contract for economic development. The body will also enter executive sessions to discuss pending litigation and real property in Galveston.

• Approval of Certificate for Order calling Bond Election
• Contract with Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership (BAHEP) for economic development
• Settlement agreement with Jessica Lanee Mims
• Executive session regarding property at 54th Street and Broadway Blvd.
• Executive session regarding Former Public Health Complex at 1424 45th Street

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The Commissioners Court will review a large consent agenda including payroll, HR policy updates, and multiple grant applications for public safety. The body is also considering several resolutions supporting specific Texas House and Senate bills for the 89th Legislative Session.

• Resolutions supporting various bills including S.B. 410, H.B. 1080, H.B. 1338, S.B. 65, H.B. 309, S.B. 239, H.B. 1588, S.B. 411, and S.B. 240
• Grant applications for rifle-resistant body armor, Victims Of Crime Act, and Mental Health Court
• Variance request for a structure at 1426 8th Street, San Leon
• Awarding of ITB # 24-030 for Recycled Crush Concrete /Concrete Flexible
• Agreement for construction materials engineering and testing for the Mental Health Wellness Center

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting to address administrative approvals and a workshop session. The primary point of discussion is the 2025 Bond Issue. Other items include accounts payable and the 2025 Eminent Domain Report.

• Discussion of 2025 Bond Issue
• Approval of accounts payable checks dated 1/28/2025
• Authorization to create a One America Employee/Employer Contributions bank account
• Filing of the 2025 Eminent Domain Report with the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting to approve accounts payable and file a judge's order. The body will also hold a workshop to discuss the 2025 Bond Issue.

• Approval of accounts payable checks dated 1/23/2025
• Discussion of 2025 Bond Issue
• Receipt and filing of Galveston County District Courts Administrative Judge Order

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Commissioners Court will consider several approvals, including authorizing the County Judge to sign a grant‑funded contract for the FEMA Public Assistance project at Paul Hopkins Park. Other items include approvals for portable toilet services, sidewalk construction at Bayside Regional Park, and various budget transfers for body armor and personnel costs. The meeting also contains a consent agenda of routine items that require no deliberation.

• Authorization for County Judge to sign FEMA Public Assistance contract for Paul Hopkins Park electric repair and mitigation project
• Authorization for County Judge to sign contract for Sidewalks at Bayside Regional Park project
• Approval of $24,806 transportation assistance appropriation from Texas Department of Transportation
• Budget transfers to fund body armor purchases for Constable Precincts 2, 3, and 4
• Approval of a reduction of a permit fee for Woman at the Well Ministries at Dickinson Community Center

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The Commissioners Court will consider numerous updates to employee retirement and health plans, including the Social Security Replacement Plan. The body will also vote on several subdivision replats and discuss debt capacity and bond issuance during a workshop.

• Approval of Tindall Estates subdivision plat and replats for Bouvier Subdivision, San Leon Farm Home Tracts, and Bungalows at Camp Margaritaville
• Interlocal agreement with the City of Galveston for Hurricane Beryl FEMA repairs at Beach Pocket Parks #1 and #2
• Award of ITB 24-027 for Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTV)
• Budget amendments for Emergency Management food, Mental Health CIP buildings, and Law Enforcement Records Mgmt Software
• Appointment of Hank Dugie to the Galveston County Purchasing Board