{ "city": "Jim Wells County", "state": "Texas", "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/gr-jimwellscountytx/", "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.", "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/", "generated": "2026-07-23", "upcoming": [], "recent": [ { "date": "2026-07-10", "body": "Commissioner's Court", "headline": "County to consider drought disaster declaration and emergency communication funding", "summary": "The Commissioner's Court will discuss and take action on a Local State of Disaster Declaration due to drought conditions, a 30-day extension for the existing screwworm disaster, and a $44,000 subsidy for a Gateway Communication System. Other items include a tax abatement resolution for Enbridge Solar, appointments to a groundwater district board, waterline project contracts, and budget transfers.", "agenda_url": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=43", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=43" }, { "date": "2026-07-01", "body": "Commissioner's Court - CANCELED", "headline": "Court to consider RFQ for Jim Wells County Jail assessment", "summary": "The Commissioner's Court will discuss and consider authorizing County Judge Pedro \"Pete\" Trevino Jr. to issue a Request for Qualifications for architectural and engineering services. This request aims to assess the Jim Wells County Jail's infrastructure and mechanical systems to recommend repairs and improvements.", "agenda_url": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=42", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=42" }, { "date": "2026-06-26", "body": "Commissioner's Court", "headline": "County to consider disaster declaration extension and dump truck leases", "summary": "The Jim Wells County Commissioner's Court meets in special session to discuss and act on a continuation of the April 24, 2026 disaster declaration, approve new leases for three 2027 Mack dump trucks, and consider an intergovernmental agreement for a Community Development Block Grant. The court will also address a vacancy for Constable of Precinct 4 following the death of Frank Davila Jr.", "agenda_url": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=40", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=40" }, { "date": "2026-06-12", "body": "Commissioner's Court", "headline": "County Judge to consider disaster declaration for New World Screwworm threat", "summary": "The Jim Wells County Commissioners Court will approve minutes from prior meetings and vote on a consent agenda that includes several fund transfers. Commissioners will consider engineering service agreements for a waterline replacement grant and a USDA business grant, as well as a disaster declaration for a New World Screwworm threat. Additional items include a lease for two granite dump trucks, participation in Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 3, and various constable and public‑service matters.", "agenda_url": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=38", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=38" }, { "date": "2026-05-22", "body": "Commissioner's Court", "headline": "Commissioners to vote on new rules for communication towers in unincorporated areas", "summary": "The court will consider adopting a resolution regulating construction and modification of communication towers in unincorporated areas, including permitting and safety standards. Other major items include approving a $350,000 ambulance grant, authorizing eminent domain for a water well site, and leasing two new dump trucks. Several budget transfers and routine reports are also on the agenda.", "agenda_url": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=36", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=36" }, { "date": "2026-05-08", "body": "Commissioner's Court", "headline": "Court considers participation in Saddle Creek Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone", "summary": "The Commissioner's Court will discuss participation in TIRZ No. 3 (Saddle Creek) in the City of Alice, including the project and financing plans. The body will also review bids for a USDA Rural Business Development grant and a right-of-way permit for the CR 308 Bridge Replacement Project.", "agenda_url": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=34", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=34" }, { "date": "2026-05-01", "body": "Commissioner's Court", "headline": "County to consider new voting system and extend disaster declaration", "summary": "The Commissioner's Court will discuss and vote on two main items: extending the current disaster declaration and approving a transition to a new voting system. The voting system change would replace the Hart Verity 2.7 Duo with the Hart Verity Vanguard 1.0 system, starting with the May 26, 2026 primary runoff elections. Public testimony is also allowed.", "agenda_url": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=32", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=32" }, { "date": "2026-04-27", "body": "Commissioner's Court", "headline": "Jim Wells County to consider drought disaster declaration", "summary": "The Commissioner's Court will consider a drought disaster declaration due to impacts on public health, safety, and water supply. Other actions include authorizing settlement participation in opioid multi-district litigation, accepting a Sheriff's immigration enforcement grant, and approving a $15,000 MOU for food distribution services. The agenda also includes routine consent agenda transfers, proclamations, and auction of surplus equipment.", "agenda_url": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=30", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=30" }, { "date": "2026-04-10", "body": "Commissioner's Court", "headline": "Court to consider banning electioneering at county courthouse and adjacent premises", "summary": "The Commissioner's Court will decide on a proposed amendment to electioneering rules that would prohibit electioneering at the courthouse and adjacent county-owned premises at all times unless it is designated as a polling location. Other actions include approval of two subdivision plats, a proclamation for Texas Soil and Water Stewardship Week, certification of funds from the Ed Rachel Foundation for the Sheriff's Department, adoption of the annual investment policy, authorization of an RFQ for engineering services under a USDA Rural Business-Development Grant, a contract with Local Government Solutions for Justice of the Peace offices, and an agreement with GEO Group, Inc. for inmate housing.", "agenda_url": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=28", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=28" }, { "date": "2026-03-30", "body": "Commissioner's Court", "headline": "County court to consider $200k fire truck purchase and grant approvals", "summary": "The Jim Wells County Commissioner's Court will consider approving a $200,000 expenditure for a Large Brush Truck for the Orange Grove Volunteer Fire Department, awarding a construction contract for drainage improvements, and accepting Operation Lone Star grant funds for the Sheriff's Office.", "agenda_url": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=26", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=26" }, { "date": "2026-03-16", "body": "Commissioner's Court", "headline": "Jim Wells County Court to consider property sales and $283,241 grant", "summary": "The Commissioner's Court will discuss several real estate transactions, including tax sale property and two land purchases. The body is also considering a grant for the Sheriff's Office and the extension of a burn ban.", "agenda_url": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=24", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=24" }, { "date": "2026-03-03", "body": "Commissioner's Court", "headline": "Commissioners Court to open bids for Rancho Alegre mitigation project", "summary": "The Jim Wells County Commissioners Court holds a special meeting on February 27, 2026, to discuss and take action on several items. Key items include opening bids for a CDBG-DR mitigation contract for Rancho Alegre, closing out ARPA funds, purchasing a new K-9 and retiring K-9 Koby, renewing a cybersecurity contract, buying 20.06 acres, leasing office space, and considering economic development tax incentives with the City of Alice.", "agenda_url": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=23", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=23" }, { "date": "2026-02-17", "body": "Commissioner's Court", "headline": "Sheriff's Department to lease five new Tahoe police vehicles", "summary": "The Commissioners' Court will consider a lease purchase of five Police Package Tahoe vehicles from SAMES Laredo Chevrolet Inc., financed through Government Capital for three years and paid from General and Forfeiture Funds. The court will also discuss applying for the 2027 Operation Lone Star Grant to fund two full‑time deputies, equipment, and overtime. Additional items include a resolution supporting exemption from the State Hotel Occupancy Tax for county officials, adoption of Nighthawk Trail as a county road, and several consent‑agenda fund transfers.", "agenda_url": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=21", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=21" }, { "date": "2026-01-30", "body": "Commissioner's Court", "headline": "Court to consider construction contract for Rancho Alegre Waterline Replacement", "summary": "The Jim Wells County Commissioner's Court will meet to review bid tabulations and an engineer's recommendation. The body will consider awarding a construction contract for the Rancho Alegre Waterline Replacement Project.", "agenda_url": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=18", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=18" }, { "date": "2026-01-23", "body": "Commissioner's Court", "headline": "Commissioner's Court to discuss grants, vehicle purchase, and salary caps", "summary": "The Jim Wells County Commissioner's Court will meet to approve minutes, hear presentations, and discuss several items including a $60,500 vehicle purchase, a grant for ambulance services, and potential salary caps for sheriff's employees.", "agenda_url": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=15", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=15" }, { "date": "2026-01-17", "body": "Commissioner's Court", "headline": "Commissioners Court will discuss payroll and bills, excluding funds 52‑54", "summary": "The Jim Wells County Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting on January 12, 2026 at 8:30 AM in the County Court Room. After opening items and public testimony, the court will discuss, consider, and take action on payroll and bills submitted by the County Auditor, with the exemption of funds 52, 53, and 54. The meeting includes a non‑agenda period where any person may speak for up to three minutes on any general issue. The court may enter executive session for matters authorized by Texas law.", "agenda_url": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=11", "minutes_url": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=11", "source": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=11" }, { "date": "2026-01-09", "body": "Commissioner's Court", "headline": "County considers $348,059 contract for voting machines and software", "summary": "The Jim Wells County Commissioner's Court will discuss purchasing voting hardware and software from HART InterCivic, Inc. and financing the purchase through Government Capital Corporation. The body will also consider updates to subdivision platting rules and a grant application for cybersecurity.", "agenda_url": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=7", "minutes_url": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=7", "source": "https://jimwellscountytx.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=7" } ] }