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   "summary": "The Karnes County Commissioners Court will consider several items including cancelling a previous RFP for steel framing removal at the Archive Building and approving a revised RFP, authorizing negotiations with Pugh Construction for courthouse restoration, and accepting a traffic signing plan for Hobson. The court will also discuss the jail concept plan, construction method, budget, and schedule, as well as fund transfers for jail maintenance and patrol vehicle repairs.",
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   "summary": "The Commissioners Court will decide on several interlocal agreements, including a traffic signal installation in Kenedy and a grant application with El Oso Water Supply Corporation. The body will also review a budget amendment for the Falls City Public Library and updated rules of procedure.",
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   "summary": "The Karnes County Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting to discuss and vote on a resolution supporting an application for a grant through the Texas Historic Courthouse Preservation Program. The agenda also includes procedural items such as a welcome, quorum determination, opening prayer, pledge of allegiance, and a public comment period. The court will acknowledge its next regular meeting scheduled for May 12, 2026.",
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   "headline": "Karnes County to consider ConocoPhillips oil and gas lease offer",
   "summary": "The Karnes County Commissioners Court will vote on a proposed oil and gas lease from Burlington Resources (ConocoPhillips), consider filing for a historic courthouse preservation grant, and discuss opening bids for courthouse restoration. The court will also clarify pay rates for dispatch and jail administrator positions, certify a $6,500 NRA grant for sheriff's shotguns, and decide on lifting the burn ban. Numerous routine items including consent agenda, reports, and donations are also on the agenda.",
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   "headline": "Karnes County considers funding for US 181 traffic signal and courthouse restoration",
   "summary": "The Commissioners Court will discuss financial assistance for a traffic signal at US 181 and Freeny Drive and procurement for the Historical Courthouse Restoration. The body will also review a grant for engineering services and a resolution for Operation Lone Star FY 2027.",
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   "headline": "Commissioners Court to consider Sheriff's Office architectural contract",
   "summary": "The Karnes County Commissioners Court will meet to discuss county business, including law enforcement grants and facility contracts. The body will consider a deed for 1.08 acres and budget amendments for public libraries and fire extinguisher inspections.",
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   "headline": "Karnes County considers EMS facility design contract and budget amendments",
   "summary": "The Commissioners Court will decide on a contract with DRG Architects for a Precinct 4 EMS Satellite Facility and a budget amendment for the County Judge's bond. The body will also discuss ARPA surplus funds and the adoption of a county credit card policy.",
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