Potter County public meetings in 2025
25 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Commissioners' Court
The Potter County Commissioners' Court will consider budget amendments for FY26, approve vouchers, and discuss the purchase of vehicles and Taser equipment for law enforcement. The court will also hear reports on the treasurer, jail, and various county projects.
- Budget amendments for FY26
- Authorize purchase of 2026 Ford F-250 and F-150s for $118,330
- Authorize 60-month agreement with Axon for Taser equipment at $3,119.76 annually
- Authorize adding three full-time employees to the Tax Office
- Authorize Fire Department to be paid at 14-day pay periods
Commissioners' Court
The Commissioners' Court will review a needs analysis for the Potter County Detention Center and a resolution for license plate readers. The body is also deciding on a vocational truck purchase and a proposed tax abatement reinvestment zone for the Yellow Rose Solar project.
- Awarding RFB#1275-25 to Premier Truck Group of Amarillo for a vocational truck in the amount of $159,772.59
- Authorization to publish notice for Potter County Reinvestment Zone Number 2 and a tax abatement agreement for the Yellow Rose Solar project
- Approval of a revised resolution to authorize the use of license plate readers in Potter County
- Approval to conduct the 2026 Primary and 2026 Primary Runoff Elections jointly
- Lease of four workstations by the Tax Office for motor vehicle transactions
Commissioners' Court
The Commissioners' Court will decide on budget amendments and the authorization of engineering services for the Arnot Road Project. The body will also consider renewing interlocal agreements for the Panhandle Area Public Defender's Office and a resolution to host a 2028 convention.
- Authorization of Hi-Plains Civil Engineering for the Arnot Road Project
- Interlocal agreement renewals with Armstrong, Carson, Deaf Smith, Moore, and Oldham Counties for the Public Defender’s Office
- Resolution to bid for the 2028 West Texas County Judges & Commissioners Association Convention
- Budget amendments for FY 2025-2026 regarding tax collection software, certificate pay, and Fire Department TIFMAS overtime
- Collection of delinquent balances for 2015 Bishop Ranches road improvements
Commissioners' Court
The Commissioners' Court will decide on several equipment purchases, grant resolutions for treatment courts, and a right-of-way vacation. The body will also consider renewing tax abatement guidelines and an internet service contract with AT&T.
- Purchase of 55 self-contained breath apparatuses from Caso Industries for $637,977.81
- Purchase of a 2025 Diamond C HDT210 Tilt Trailer for $19,550.75
- Replacement of five District Courthouse elevator cameras from APIC Solutions for $23,512.50
- Vacating a county right-of-way near I-40 and Helium Road
- RFP for the lease of property located at 810 S. Tyler St, Amarillo, TX 79101
Commissioners' Court
The Commissioners' Court will act on a FY 2025‑2026 budget amendment, approve vouchers, and hear the Treasurer’s report. It will also consider several contracts and purchases, including a $56,710 Chevrolet Silverado for road and bridge work, an $18,679 truck purchase, a $3,600‑plus buy‑back of three Silverado trucks for the Sheriff’s Office, a modification of the FHWA fund‑transfer agreement for the Cross Bar recreation area, and a bullet‑resistant vehicle grant application.
- Approve purchase of a 2026 Chevrolet 2500HD Silverado for $56,710 (Road and Bridge)
- Approve purchase of a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD for $18,679 (Road and Bridge)
- Approve buy‑back of three 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 trucks for $3,645.61, $3,626.54, and $3,627.77 (Sheriff’s Office)
- Approve modification 6 of the fund‑transfer agreement with the FHWA for the Cross Bar recreation area
- Approve master service agreement with ETC Companies for compliance services
Commissioners' Court
The Commissioners' Court will decide on several equipment purchases, insurance renewals, and grant acceptances. The body will also review a jail needs assessment and discuss body transport services.
- Approval of two $20,000 invoices for Potter County Jail needs assessment
- Purchase of two JD 5090E tractors and two RC7R rotary cutters for $148,989.34
- Purchase of a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado for $49,353.25
- 60-month Axon camera and taser program agreement billed annually at $4,881.80 per constable's office
- Payment of $176,852.71 to Randall County for the Bushland Overlay project
Commissioners' Court
The Potter County Commissioners' Court will consider a budget amendment for FY 2024-2025, approve several contracts and fee changes, and hold a public hearing to adopt the property tax rate for FY 2025-2026. Additional items include grant approvals, road project payments, and employment resignations.
- Budget amendment request for FY 2024-2025 (Correction Center HVAC repairs)
- Adoption of tax rate: $0.54946 per $100 valuation (maintenance) and $0.04078 per $100 valuation (debt service)
- Axon contract for County Attorney: $32,908.80 annually for 120 months
- Jim Line Road change order #3: $11,500 for concrete work
- Indigent Defense Improvement Grant: $152,114 for FY 2026
Commissioners' Court
The Potter County Commissioners' Court will vote on several contracts and fee changes, including a $422,495.10 pay application to Holmes Construction for the Jim Line Road project. Other items include an inmate‑housing agreement with Childress and Garza counties, a grant application for the Rural Sheriff’s Office, and a budget hearing on the FY 2025‑2026 property tax rate.
- Approve Pay Application #4 for $422,495.10 to Holmes Construction for Jim Line Road work
- Approve inmate housing contract with Childress County and Garza County effective Oct 1 2025
- Consider Rural Sheriff’s Office Grant application (SB22 FY26)
- Approve increase in constable service fees per Texas Gov. Code §118.131
- Public hearing on FY 2025‑2026 budget and property tax rate proposal
Commissioners' Court
The Potter County Commissioners' Court will hold a public hearing on the proposed fiscal year 2025‑26 budget, vote to adopt it, and set a property tax rate. The meeting also includes budget amendment requests for FY 2024‑25, approval of vouchers, and reports from the Treasurer and Human Resources. Several agenda items propose contracts and policy changes, such as extending the County Clerk's web‑payment system and renewing CLEAR software for two offices.
- Adopt FY 2025‑26 budget, conduct public hearing, and propose a property tax rate (Agenda Item 8.H)
- Extend the County Clerk's contract with CORE for self‑service web payments (Agenda Item 8.C)
- Renew CLEAR software for the County Clerk's office for 36 months at $285.37 per month, with a 4% increase in years two and three (Agenda Item 8.D)
- Renew CLEAR software for the District Attorney's office for 36 months at $271.18 per month, with a 4% increase in years two and three (Agenda Item 8.E)
- Purchase six portable hand‑radio packages from BK Technologies for $32,272.65 (Agenda Item 8.G)
Commissioners' Court
The Potter County Commissioners' Court will consider budget amendments, accept state grants for the Panhandle Auto Burglary Theft Unit, and approve contracts with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services and Texas A&M Forest Service. The court will also discuss the 2025-2026 budget and approve payments for fire station repairs.
- Budget amendments for fiscal year 2024-2025
- Acceptance of state assistance grants for PABTU
- Approval of contract with Texas Department of Family and Protective Services
- Approval of payment for Fire Station #6 roof and gutter repairs ($8,126.00)
- Discussion of proposed 2025-2026 budget
Commissioners' Court
The Potter County Commissioners' Court will recognize minutes from July and August, consider a FY 2024‑2025 budget amendment, and approve vouchers. It will hear updates on the DUOS EDGE project and consider several grant authorizations for the Panhandle Auto Burglary Theft Unit. The body will discuss the proposed FY 2025‑2026 budget, set a public hearing date, and act on contracts, mutual‑aid agreements, and employment items.
- Approve $8,126.00 payment to Wiley Hicks, Inc. for Fire Station #6 roof and gutter repairs
- Authorize Judge Tanner to accept the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority catalytic converter grant for the PABTU
- Authorize Judge Tanner to accept the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority task force grant for the PABTU
- Approve a mutual aid agreement with the Panhandle Regional Planning Center
- Set a public hearing on the FY 2025‑2026 budget for August 25, 2025
Special Commissioners' Court Meeting
The Commissioners' Court will meet to receive a report from Kenny Burns regarding the jail expansion project. The body will deliberate and take necessary actions based on the discussion.
- Report from Kenny Burns on the jail expansion project
Commissioners' Court
The Commissioners' Court will discuss a property tax abatement for International Aerospace Coatings, Inc. for a project with estimated improvements of at least $12 million. The body is also deciding on several equipment purchases, service agreements, and personnel changes.
- Tax abatement application for aircraft hanger complex at 10801 Baker Street (min. $12M cost)
- Payment of $170,604.90 to Holmes Construction for Jim Line Road project
- Purchase of two APC Smart UPS Power Supplies for $51,844.00
- Cash drawer automation system for tax office costing $45,202.50 plus $3,900 annual maintenance
- Request to eliminate three SRO positions previously used by Bushland ISD
Commissioners' Court
The Potter County Commissioners' Court will discuss a lease agreement for an AI Data Center and several infrastructure payments. The body is also reviewing ARPA project amendments and an inmate housing contract with Lubbock County.
- Lease agreement with DUOS Edge for an AI Data Center at 810 S. Tyler, Amarillo
- Fiber upgrade in the Santa Fe building by Master E Networks for $158,916.00
- Payment of $255,519.00 to Holmes Construction for the Jim Line Road project
- Contract with Lubbock County for inmate housing
- Amendments to three SLFRF-funded projects via the ARPA Committee
Commissioners' Court
The Commissioners' Court will decide on several budget and contract items, including a revised architectural services contract for the Potter County Detention Center. They will also consider a $49,802 purchase of UPS units for the Santa Fe Server Room, a bond for the County Elections Administrator, and a change order for the Jim Line Road expansion. Additional items include fire station door replacements, a groundwater waiver request, and a renewal of the agreement with the Department of Family and Protective Services.
- Approve revised contract with Burns Architecture, LLC for Detention Center architectural services
- Approve purchase of two APC Smart UPS units for Santa Fe Server Room ($49,802)
- Approve bond for County Elections Administrator, Christy Benge
- Approve change order for Jim Line Road expansion project
- Approve replacement of doors at Fire Station #2
Commissioners' Court
The Commissioners' Court will decide on several technology and infrastructure upgrades, including court AV systems and IT storage. The body will also discuss a contract for architectural services for the jail expansion and modifications to the employee parking lot policy.
- AV upgrade for County Court at Law #1 with Tarpley's Media for $109,015.17
- Electrical work for AV upgrade by David Moore for $23,500.00
- Powervault Storage Appliance from Weaver Technologies, LLC for $49,542.30
- Cambium wireless equipment from Andrews and Associates for $36,150.00
- Architectural Services Contract with Burns Architecture, LLC for jail expansion
Commissioners' Court
The Commissioners' Court will discuss budget amendments, including a new clerk position for the Tax Office. The body is deciding on several service renewals, infrastructure repairs, and a request for congressional funding to cover cost overruns for the Commons at St. Anthony's.
- Request for FY 26 congressional appropriations for Commons at St. Anthony's cost overruns
- Replacement of electrical panels L and K at Road and Bridge for $6,500.00 each
- Renewal of HVAC services with Larry's Heating and Air and plumbing sewer services with David's Quality Contracting
- Authorization of a new full-time clerk position for the Potter County Tax Office
- Resolution for a Panhandle Auto Burglary and Theft Unit (PABTU) Task Force grant request
Commissioners' Court
The Potter County Commissioners' Court will consider FY 2024‑2025 budget amendments, approve a purchase of 19 Motorola portable radios for Fire & Rescue, and adopt the final $2,736,660 contract for Phase 2 of the District Courts project. They will also discuss a budget line request from the Historical Commission, appoint Naish Hall as Veteran’s Service Officer, and act on a resolution for the City of Amarillo runoff election.
- Budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2024‑2025 (potential executive session for personnel matters)
- Purchase of 19 Motorola portable radios and related accessories for Fire & Rescue, funded by CAD
- Approval of final Phase 2 contract with Tri‑State General Contracting for the District Courts project, total $2,736,660
- Historical Commission request for a dedicated budget line to fund research, markers, and preservation
- Appointment of Naish Hall as Potter County Veteran’s Service Officer
Commissioners' Court
The Commissioners' Court will decide on implementing a burn ban from March 24 to June 22, 2025. The body is also reviewing grant applications for victim assistance and auto theft task forces, as well as several new county policies and equipment bids.
- Proposed 90-day burn ban from March 24, 2025, to June 22, 2025
- Purchase of a power washer trailer from Hughes Equipment, LLC for $25,364.00
- Purchase of a Karcher Armada BRC 45/38 Carpet Extractor for $5,576.08
- Sale of property located at 1708 N. Washington Street
- Awarding of RFB #1268-25 for asphalt to the sole bidder
Commissioners' Court
The Potter County Commissioners' Court will consider approving a software licensing modification, purchasing citation software and printers, awarding a construction contract, and hiring new staff. The court will also act on budget amendments and vouchers.
- Award construction contract for Potter County District Courts Phase 2 for $2,635,850
- Approve purchase of Motorola ECitation software and printers for $55,133.39
- Approve purchase of a Chevrolet pickup for $54,675.00
- Approve software licensing modification with Extract Systems
- Hire Richard T. Williams as firefighter and Abisay Hernandez as maintenance tech
Special Commissioners' Court Meeting
The Potter County Commissioners' Court will meet to consider and act upon a resolution regarding Senate Bill No. 496. This resolution supports amending Texas Government Code section 25.1902 to expand the jurisdiction of Potter County Courts at Law in certain felony case activities.
- Resolution supporting Senate Bill No. 496 to expand jurisdiction of County Courts at Law for certain felony cases
Commissioners' Court
The Commissioners' Court will decide on terminating a fire training contract with the City of Amarillo and replacing it with an agreement with Amarillo College. The body will also consider a contract with Parmer County for inmate housing and a resolution for the May 3, 2025, General Election.
- Contract termination with City of Amarillo for fire training facility use
- Proposed agreement with Amarillo College for fire training facility use
- Proposed inmate housing agreement with Parmer County
- Resolution for General Election on May 3, 2025
- Awarding of RFB #1267-25 for 2025 road materials
Commissioners' Court
The Potter County Commissioners' Court will decide on several budget and procurement items, including a five‑year contract with Axon Enterprises for $239,196.27. Other items include purchases of AEDs, a Ford F‑150, and a property swap with the City of Amarillo, as well as adoption of new policy forms and grant applications.
- Approve $239,196.27 five‑year contract with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for the Sheriff’s Office
- Approve purchase of eleven AEDs for $26,356.45 using JAG funds
- Approve purchase of a Ford F‑150 pickup for $50,885.00 from Caldwell Country Ford
- Approve real‑property exchange with the City of Amarillo (Bowie Street property swap)
- Adopt new Public Participation Form and Request for Inclusion of Item on Upcoming Agenda form
Commissioners' Court
The Commissioners' Court will discuss several jail-related items, including a request for consulting services to plan for inmate housing and the termination of a psychiatric services agreement. The body will also consider budget amendments and various grant applications.
- Request to purchase three shipping containers for Sheriff's Office storage for $16,500.00
- Renewal of jail meals contract with Five Star Correctional Services with a price increase of 1.042 per meal
- Authorization to solicit professional services for inmate housing planning
- Procurement of indexing services from Kofile Technologies, Inc. at $3.00 per Vital and $4.25 per Real Property document
- Grant application for the continued operation of the Adult Drug Court for FY 2026
Commissioners' Court
The Commissioners' Court will consider the 2025 Investment Policy and the approval of LOGIC and TexSTAR investment pools. The body will also review a report from the Jail Expansion Citizen's Committee and discuss a budgetary policy for catering services.
- Execution of contract with Holmes Construction for Jim Line Road
- Renewal of debt GASB compliance software with DebtBook for $30,137.00
- Agreement with RollKall for off-duty management of Sheriff's Office employees
- Approval of bonds for Constables Daryl Wertz, Georgia Estrada, and Idella Jackson
- Appointment of a committee to review proposals for RFP 1266-25 vending machine services