{ "city": "Lamar County", "state": "Texas", "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/lamarcountytx.gov/", "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": [ { "date": "2026-07-27", "body": "Commissioners Court", "headline": "Lamar County considers new email security contract and board appointment", "summary": "The Commissioners Court will discuss several administrative updates, including a change in the county's email filtering provider and a board appointment. The body will also review courthouse repairs and approve payroll and claims.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07272026-119", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter" } ], "recent": [ { "date": "2026-07-13", "body": "Commissioners Court", "headline": "Commissioners Court will consider the proposed tax rate for FY 2026‑2027", "summary": "The Court will discuss and act on several items, including the proposed county tax rate for fiscal year 2026‑2027, the termination of a 2022 tax‑abatement agreement with Mockingbird Solar Center, LLC, and road‑use agreements with Echols Grove, LLC. Additional agenda items cover salary allowances, insurance and retirement plan approvals, special budgets for small unanticipated revenues, and routine financial and operational matters.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-118", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-29", "body": "Commissioners Court", "headline": "Lamar County Commissioners Court to hold informative session on Emergency Services Building", "summary": "The Commissioners Court will meet for an informative progress session regarding the facility and services at 2805 North Main St. The notice states that no action or votes will be taken and no record of the event will be kept.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06292026-117", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-29", "body": "Commissioners Court", "headline": "Special meeting: budget workshop and two contract approvals", "summary": "The Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing and discussion on the 2026-2027 county budgets. The court will also consider authorizing contracts for utility services at 2805 North Main St. with TXU Energy and for HOME Program administration with GrantWorks, Inc.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06292026-116", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-22", "body": "Commissioners Court", "headline": "County holds public hearing on 2026-2027 budget", "summary": "The Lamar County Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing on the 2026-2027 county budget and consider contracts for housing program administration and child welfare services. A presentation from the Paris Arts Alliance about a new art installation at Parc des Arts is also on the agenda. The consent agenda includes multiple certifications and special budgets for unanticipated funds from insurance proceeds, appraisal district surplus, and scrap metal sales.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-115", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-08", "body": "Commissioners Court", "headline": "Court to set 45-mph speed limit on County Road 35400", "summary": "The Lamar County Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing and discuss setting a 45-mph speed limit on County Road 35400 in Precinct 3. The court will also consider a contract with TAC CIRA to migrate the county's website and approve payments for claims and payroll.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-114", "minutes_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06082026-114", "source": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-26", "body": "Commissioners Court", "headline": "Commissioners Court to consider broadband project and final plats", "summary": "The Lamar County Commissioners Court will discuss a 360 Broadband Project, approve final plats for two subdivisions, and authorize an advance funding agreement with TxDOT for a US 82 freeway conversion.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-113", "minutes_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05262026-113", "source": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-11", "body": "Commissioners Court", "headline": "County to consider opioid global settlement participation", "summary": "The Commissioners Court will discuss and potentially act on several items, including authorizing participation in a global opioid settlement for six remnant defendants, issuing a tax abatement default notice to Mockingbird Storage, and approving a resolution to designate a bridge in honor of Pete Patterson. The court will also receive sealed bids for surplus road equipment in precinct 2 and adopt special budgets for new funding sources totaling $157.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05112026-112", "minutes_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05112026-112", "source": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-27", "body": "Commissioners Court", "headline": "Commissioners to hear broadband project plans and review TxDOT sidewalk project", "summary": "The court will hear presentations on the 360 Broadband Project and a proposed sidewalk installation by TxDOT. They will consider proclamations for Correctional Officers Week and Police Week, receive the annual financial report, and approve a final plat for Bear Creek Addition. Numerous consent agenda items involve certification and spending of unanticipated funds from various sources.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04272026-111", "minutes_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04272026-111", "source": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-13", "body": "Commissioners Court", "headline": "Lamar County Commissioners to consider burn ban and subdivision plat", "summary": "The Commissioners Court will discuss implementing a burn ban in unincorporated areas and approving the final plat for Blackland Estates Subdivision. The body will also review the 2026 Budget Calendar and select a service provider for Community Development Block Grant projects.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04132026-110", "minutes_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04132026-110", "source": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-01", "body": "Commissioners Court", "headline": "Lamar County to discuss courthouse and county property repairs", "summary": "The Lamar County Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting to receive an update on the status of repairs for the courthouse and other county property. The court may take action to repair or maintain these properties.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04012026-109", "minutes_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04012026-109", "source": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-03-23", "body": "Commissioners Court", "headline": "Commissioners Court to consider final plat for Rolling Acres Addition", "summary": "The Lamar County Commissioners Court will meet to discuss and potentially approve a final plat for the Rolling Acres Addition. The project is located in Precinct 3 within the Andrew J. Ward Survey.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03232026-108", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-03-23", "body": "Commissioners Court", "headline": "Court to adopt $39,708.50 special budget for Sheriff's vehicle replacements", "summary": "The Lamar County Commissioners Court will consider several items, including two proclamations, a subdivision plat approval, a Homeland Security grant for a 360‑camera system, and a special budget using $39,708.50 of insurance proceeds for the Sheriff's Department vehicle replacements. The court will also receive financial reports, approve minutes, and hold two executive‑session periods on personnel matters.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03232026-107", "minutes_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03232026-107", "source": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-03-10", "body": "Commissioners Court", "headline": "Lamar County holds informational session with no votes", "summary": "The Lamar County Commissioners Court will meet on March 10, 2026, at the Emergency Services Building to discuss ongoing facility updates. No official action or votes will be taken during this session.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03102026-106", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-03-09", "body": "Commissioners Court", "headline": "Commissioners Court to award grant management firm for CD Block Grant disaster recovery", "summary": "The Lamar County Commissioners Court will consider a range of actions, including approving artwork for the Art Park, amending a lease for land at 9216 FM 195, adopting special budgets for various small revenue sources, and awarding contracts for the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery Program. They will also receive updates on courthouse repairs, jail compliance, a racial profiling report, and consider a burn‑ban ordinance and other administrative items.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03092026-105", "minutes_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03092026-105", "source": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-02-23", "body": "Commissioners Court", "headline": "Road and Right of Way agreement with Star Dairy Solar, LLC approved", "summary": "The Lamar County Commissioners Court will discuss and act on a range of items, including a Road and Right of Way agreement with Star Dairy Solar, LLC, and the adoption of a proclamation declaring National FFA Week. The court will also receive final plats for Blackland Estates, Sumner Estates, and North Star Estates 3 subdivisions, and consider a trade‑in of obsolete AEDs for new units. Additional agenda items include updates on courthouse repairs, various financial and audit reports, and the approval of minutes.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02232026-104", "minutes_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_02232026-104", "source": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-02-09", "body": "Commissioners Court", "headline": "Commissioners Court to discuss tree distribution, roof repairs, and final plats", "summary": "The Lamar County Commissioners Court will meet to discuss allowing a community tree distribution event, roof replacement at the County Clerk annex, and the approval of final plats for three subdivisions. The court will also consider renewing a health benefits agreement, approving a vehicle trade-in, and issuing a burn ban.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02092026-103", "minutes_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_02092026-103", "source": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-02-02", "body": "Commissioners Court", "headline": "Court to consider new Bum Ban Restrictions", "summary": "The Lamar County Commissioners Court will meet on February 2, 2026 at 130 pm in the courthouse on North Mam Street. The agenda includes a pledge of allegiance to the U.S. and Texas flags and a discussion of possible Bum Ban Restrictions. The court may take action on those restrictions before adjourning.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02022026-99", "minutes_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_02022026-99", "source": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-01-26", "body": "Commissioners Court", "headline": "Lamar County Court to consider new sick leave payout policy", "summary": "The Commissioners Court will discuss a new employee handbook policy regarding sick leave payouts upon retirement or separation. The body is also considering the final plat for The Ranches at Summerdale Farms and several board appointments.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_01262026-98", "minutes_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_01262026-98", "source": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-01-21", "body": "Commissioners Court", "headline": "Consider extending the Emergency Bum Ban order to curb wildfire risk", "summary": "The Lamar County Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting on Jan. 21, 2026. Commissioners will discuss and possibly act to extend the Emergency Bum Ban order that prohibits outdoor burning in unincorporated areas of the county. The meeting also includes a pledge of allegiance and an adjournment.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_01212026-97", "minutes_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_01212026-97", "source": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-01-15", "body": "Commissioners Court", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_01152026-96", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-01-12", "body": "Commissioners Court", "headline": "Lamar County considers final plat for Little Town and new sick leave payout policy", "summary": "The Commissioners Court will discuss several administrative approvals, including a land plat for a 10-lot subdivision and a policy change for employee sick leave payouts. The body will also consider agreements regarding internet services, emergency radio coordination, and the placement of Flock Safety LPR cameras.", "agenda_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_01122026-95", "minutes_url": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_01122026-95", "source": "https://www.lamarcountytx.gov/AgendaCenter" } ] }