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Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners' Court
Commissioners Court to consider agreements for Duffy Solar Project
The Matagorda County Commissioners Court will discuss several items including grant applications for indigent defense and violent crime reduction. The body is also considering a road use agreement and cable boring permits for the Duffy Solar Project.
- Road Use Agreement and No Zoning Letter for Duffy Project Co LLC
- Nine cable boring applications under CR 479 Henke's Road and CR 411 Buckeye-El Maton Road
- Approval of Stubblefield Square subdivision (1.0009 acres)
- Resolution for the 2027 Indigent Defense Grant Program application
- Grant proposal to the US Department of Justice Rural Violent Crime Reduction Initiative
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AGENDA & NOTICE OF MEETING
MATAGORDA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
Monday, October 26, 2026
9:30 AM
Bay City Civic Center
201 7th Street, Room 103, Bay City, Texas
1.
Certificate of quorum
2.
Pledge of Allegiance - Commissioner Estlinbaum
3.
Texas Pledge - Commissioner Estlinbaum
4.
Prayer - Commissioner Cook
5.
Public Comments
6.
Action Items
a.
Consideration and possible action regarding approving Commissioners Court Minutes
for October 19, 2026
b.
Consideration and possible action regarding contracts for the use of the Matagorda
County Fairgrounds Facilities
c.
Consideration and possible action to approve a Proclamation declaring the month of
October 2026 as National Colonial Heritage Month in Matagorda County
d.
Consideration and possible action to approve the Resolution regarding the 2027
Indigent Defense Grant Program and application, designating the County Judge,
Bobby Seiferman as the Authorized Official, 130th District Judge, Denise Fortenberry
as the Program Director and contact person, and County Auditor, Kristen Kubecka as
the Financial Officer for this grant
e.
Consideration and possible action to accept a contribution in the amount of $80.00
from Mark Williams for expenses toward the Matagorda County Household
Hazardous Waste Collection Event that was held on October 10, 2026
f.
Consideration and possible action to approve Stubblefield Square. A subdivision of
1.0009 acres of land, being out of the residue of …
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Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 09:30
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Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 09:30
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Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners' Court
Court considers recognizing Fire Marshal's Office as a law enforcement agency
The Matagorda County Commissioners Court will discuss establishing the Fire Marshal's Office as a law enforcement agency and updating related job descriptions. The body is also considering the Notice of Election for the November 3, 2026, General Election.
- Resolution to recognize Matagorda County Fire Marshal's Office as a law enforcement agency
- Purchase of a London Fog mosquito fogger for $17,995.00 from Phesco International, LLC
- Notice of Election for the November 3, 2026, General Election
- Contracts for the use of Matagorda County Fairgrounds Facilities
- New job description for Fire Marshal — Administrative Secretary
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AGENDA & NOTICE OF MEETING
MATAGORDA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
Monday, October 19, 2026
9:30 AM
Bay City Civic Center
201 7th Street, Room 103, Bay City, Texas
1.
Certificate of quorum
2.
Pledge of Allegiance - Commissioner Shimek
3.
Texas Pledge - Commissioner Shimek
4.
Prayer - Commissioner Estlinbaum
5.
Public Comments
6.
Action Items
a.
Consideration and possible action regarding approving Commissioners Court Minutes
for October 12, 2026
b.
Consideration and possible action regarding contracts for the use of the Matagorda
County Fairgrounds Facilities
c.
Consideration and possible action to approve a Resolution authorizing the submission
of an Official Initial Inquiry to the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)
pursuant to TCOLE Rule 211.16, establishing the statutory authority, public benefit,
and sustainable funding to recognize the Matagorda County Fire Marshal's Office as a
law enforcement agency; and authorize the County Judge to execute all related
documentation on behalf of the Matagorda County Commissioners Court
d.
Consideration and possible action to approve the Notice of Election for the November
3, 2026, General Election and authorize the County Judge to sign
e.
Consideration and possible action to update the class code number for the Fire
Marshal job description from 2405 to 2501, reflecting the Fire Marshal's Office now
operating as its own department
f.
Consideration and possible action to app …
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Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners' Court
Commissioners Court to consider sale of property at 405 Commerce Street
The Matagorda County Commissioners Court will discuss new employment and IT security policies. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure bid requests and a property sale in Palacios.
- Authorization to sell real property located at 405 Commerce Street, Palacios
- Adoption of a Dual Employment, Outside Employment, Vendor Employment Prohibition, and Incompatibility of Service Policy
- Approval of three crossing bores under CR 479 Henke's Road by IEA Constructors, LLC
- Request for Bids for water line improvements in Blessing and Selkirk
- Letter of Support for Matagorda Episcopal Health Outreach Program (MEHOP) USDA loan application
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||AGENDA & NOTICE OF MEETING MATAGORDA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT Monday, October 12, 2026 9:30 AM Bay City Civic Center th 201 7 Street, Room 103, Bay City, Texas|
|---|---|
|1.|Certificate of quorum|
|2.|Pledge of Allegiance-Commissioner Frick|
|3.|Texas Pledge-Commissioner Frick|
|4.|Prayer-Commissioner Shimek|
|5.|Public Comments|
|6.|Action Items|
|a.|Consideration and possible action regarding approving Commissioners Court Minutes for October 5, 2026|
|b.|Consideration and possible action regarding contracts for the use of the Matagorda County Fairgrounds Facilities|
|c.|Consideration and possible action to approve a proclamation declaring the month of October 2026 as Texas Law Enforcement Appreciation Month in Matagorda County|
|d.|Consider and take appropriate action to adopt the Matagorda County "Dual Employment, Outside Employment, Vendor Employment Prohibition, and Incompatibility of Service Policy," establishing standards governing dual county employment, outside employment, service by elected officials, employment or financial relationships with county vendors and contractors, conflicts of interest, and incompatible service; providing for administration by the Human Resources Director, final interpretive authority by Commissioners Court, an at-will employment disclaimer, severability, and related matters necessary to protect the integrity, independence, and efficient operation of Matagorda County government|
|e.|Consideration and possible action to review, approv …
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Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners' Court
Matagorda County to vote on $111,543 Fire Marshal fund transfer to hire 3 staff
The Matagorda County Commissioners Court meets Monday, October 5, 2026 at 9:30 AM at the Courthouse in Bay City. The court will consider a range of action items, including a $111,543 transfer from the Fire Marshal Special Fund to amend the 2026 budget for one full-time Administrative Assistant, two part-time Deputies, and equipment. Other items include revised 2027 retiree Medicare Advantage and Part D rates, right-of-way applications, community center contracts, and a CDBG-MIT sewer project agreement. The court will also meet in executive session to consult with attorneys on a contract being negotiated.
- Transfer of $111,543 from the Fire Marshal Special Fund to amend the 2026 budget for 1 full-time Administrative Assistant, 2 part-time Deputies, and equipment
- Rescind and replace PY 2027 renewal rates for Post 65 United Health Care Retiree Medicare Advantage Group Plan and Express Scripts Medicare Part D RX Plan with Bay Bridge Administrators, effective January 1, 2027
- Nine crossing bore applications by IEA Constructors, LLC DBA Duffy Project Co, LLC under CR 479 Henke's Road (3) and CR 411 Buckeye-El Maton Road (6) with 8" cables in Precinct #4
- Contracts with Cedar Lane Community Center and Van Vleck Community Center raising pay to $600.00 a month, effective October 1, 2026 through December 31, 2028
- Agreement with Capital Underground Utilities, LLC for CDBG-MIT Contract No. 24-065-092-E768, #1 Markham MUD Sanitary Sewer Improvements Project
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AGENDA & NOTICE OF MEETING
MATAGORDA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
Monday, October 5, 2026
9:30 AM
Courthouse, 3rd Floor, County Courtroom
1700 7th Street, Bay City, Texas
1.
Certificate of quorum
2.
Pledge of Allegiance - Commissioner Cook
3.
Texas Pledge - Commissioner Cook
4.
Prayer - Commissioner Frick
5.
Public Comments
6.
Action Items
a.
Consideration and possible action regarding approving Commissioners Court Minutes
for September 28, 2026
b.
Consideration and possible action regarding contracts for the use of the Matagorda
County Fairgrounds Facilities
c.
Consideration and possible action to approve a proclamation declaring October 4-10,
2026 as National 4-H Week in Matagorda County
d.
Consideration and possible action to approve a Proclamation declaring the month of
October 2026 as Careers in Construction Month in Matagorda County
e.
Consideration and possible action to approve the County Fire Marshal's request that
$111,543.08 from the Fire Marshal Special Fund be transferred to the needed line
items to amend the 2026 budget to hire 1 full-time Administrative Assistant and 2
part-time Deputies and the needed equipment for the additions
f.
Consideration and possible action to rescind the PY 2027 renewal rates for the Post 65
United Health Care Retiree Medicare Advantage Group Plan and Express Scripts
Medicare Part D RX Plan with Bay Bridge Administrators approved on September 21,
2026
g.
Consideration and pos …
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Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners' Court
Commissioners to adopt 2027 budget and 2026 tax rate of .35241
The Matagorda County Commissioners Court will consider adopting the 2027 county budget and the 2026 property tax rate, including a public hearing on the proposed rates. The agenda also includes several equipment purchases, right-of-way abandonments, and funding allocations for local organizations. Most items are routine approvals, but the budget and tax rate are the most consequential decisions.
- Adopt 2027 Matagorda County Budget
- Public hearing and adoption of 2026 tax rate: M&O .34570, I&S .00671, total .35241
- Ratify 2026 property tax increase of $2,728,798 (7.94%)
- Purchase 2026 Hamm HP 100i Pneumatic Roller for $133,290.93 (Precinct #3)
- Allocate $20,000 to Palacios Library and $20,000 to Palacios Volunteer Fire Department
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AGENDA & NOTICE OF MEETING
MATAGORDA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
Monday, September 28, 2026
9:30 AM
Courthouse, 3rd Floor, County Courtroom
1700 7th Street, Bay City, Texas
1.
Certificate of quorum
2.
Pledge of Allegiance - Commissioner Estlinbaum
3.
Texas Pledge - Commissioner Estlinbaum
4.
Prayer - Commissioner Cook
5.
Public Comments
6.
Action Items
a.
Consideration and possible action regarding approving Commissioners Court Minutes
for September 21, 2026
b.
Consideration and possible action regarding contracts for the use of the Matagorda
County Fairgrounds Facilities
c.
Consideration and possible action to approve and adopt the 2027 Matagorda County
Budget
d.
Public Hearing at 9:55 a.m. to discuss the 2026 Proposed Maintenance and Operation
Tax Rate of .34570 and the 2026 Proposed Interest and Sinking Tax Rate of .00671,
for a total Tax Rate of .35241
e.
Consideration and possible action to adopt the 2026 Proposed Maintenance and
Operation Tax Rate of .34570, for a total Tax Rate of .35241
f.
Consideration and possible action to adopt the 2026 Proposed Interest and Sinking
Tax Rate of .00671, for a total Tax Rate of .35241
g.
Consideration and possible action to adopt the 2026 Property Tax Rate and ratify the
2026 Property Tax increase of $2,728,798 or 7.94% reflected in the 2027 Matagorda
County Budget
h.
Consideration and possible action for Precinct #3 to purchase a 2026 Hamm HP 100i
Pneumatic Roller, wi …
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Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners' Court
Commissioners to decide on terminating Bay City mutual aid agreement
The Matagorda County Commissioners Court will consider a wide range of action items, including terminating a mutual aid agreement with the City of Bay City, approving contracts and purchases, and transferring equipment. The court will also meet in executive session to discuss contract negotiations, security, and cybersecurity matters. Several items involve authorizing the county judge to sign documents for various agreements and exemptions.
- Terminate mutual aid agreement with City of Bay City (30-day notice)
- Approve 5-year Peacemaker Technologies e-citation contract at $38,850/year
- Transfer burn ban authority from Emergency Management to Fire Marshal
- Approve Change Order #3 for Justice of the Peace #2 Building Project
- Ratify TxGLO CEPRA amendment for Sargent Beach Stabilization Phase 1
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AGENDA & NOTICE OF MEETING
MATAGORDA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
Monday, September 21, 2026
9:30 AM
Courthouse, 3rd Floor, County Courtroom
1700 7th Street, Bay City, Texas
1.
Certificate of quorum
2.
Pledge of Allegiance - Commissioner Shimek
3.
Texas Pledge - Commissioner Shimek
4.
Prayer - Commissioner Estlinbaum
5.
Public Comments
6.
Action Items
a.
Consideration and possible action regarding approving Commissioners Court Minutes
for September 14, 2026
b.
Consideration and possible action regarding contracts for the use of the Matagorda
County Fairgrounds Facilities
c.
Consideration and possible action to update the Matagorda County Sexual Assault
Response Team (SART) representative for the Bay City Police Department to Richard
Morales appointed by Chief Christella Rodriguez
d.
Consideration and possible approval for the responsibility of managing the county
burn ban conditions to be transferred from Emergency Management to Fire Marshal
Mike Voorhies and the Fire Marshal to have the authority to set the burn ban
conditions for the county, with Amanda Campos from Emergency Management as
secondary in the event of the Fire Marshal's absence
e.
Consideration and possible action to approve the transfer of a 2019 Ford Explorer,
VIN#:1FM5K8AR6KGA29424, from the Matagorda County Fire Marshal back to
Matagorda County Sheriff's Office to be auctioned
f.
Consideration and possible action for Constable Precinct #1 Doug Schoppe …
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Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners' Court
Commissioners discuss 2026 tax rates and hazardous waste event funding
The Matagorda County Commissioners Court will consider proposing a total 2026 tax rate of .35241. The court will also review several contributions for a household hazardous waste collection event and discuss solar project agreements.
- Proposed 2026 total tax rate of .35241
- $8,000 in total contributions for Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event
- Road Use Agreement with Duffy Project Co LLC for the Duffy Solar Project
- $250,000.00 Surety Bond release for Danish Fields Solar, LLC
- Approval of 2027 Sheriffs' and Constables' Fees
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AGENDA & NOTICE OF MEETING
MATAGORDA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
Monday, September 14, 2026
9:30 AM
Courthouse, 3rd Floor, County Courtroom
1700 7th Street, Bay City, Texas
1.
Certificate of quorum
2.
Pledge of Allegiance - Commissioner Frick
3.
Texas Pledge - Commissioner Frick
4.
Prayer - Commissioner Shimek
5.
Public Comments
6.
Action Items
a.
Consideration and possible action regarding approving Commissioners Court Minutes
for September 8, 2026
b.
Consideration and possible action regarding contracts for the use of the Matagorda
County Fairgrounds Facilities
c.
Consideration and possible action to propose the 2026 Proposed Maintenance and
Operation Tax Rate of .34570 and the 2026 Proposed Interest and Sinking Tax Rate of
.00671, making the total Tax Rate of .35241
d.
Consideration and possible action to set a Public Hearing for September 28, 2026, at
9:55 a.m. to discuss and adopt the 2026 Proposed Maintenance and Operation Tax
Rate of .34570 and the 2026 Proposed Interest and Sinking Tax Rate of .00671, for a
total Tax Rate of .35241
e.
Consideration and possible action to approve a Proclamation declaring the month of
October 2026, as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Matagorda County
f.
Consideration and possible action to approve a Resolution certifying that the County
of Matagorda has made a grant to Friends of Elder Citizens, an organization that
provides home-delivered meals to home-bound persons in the Co …
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- Road Use Agreement for Duffy Solar Project
- Right-of-Way Application from Lawley Contracting LLC
- Right-of-Way Easement Application by AEP Texas IncBlock 9, Lot 3, Tier No. 4 of the Colorado Front in the town
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners' Court
County to award $527,665 sewer contract and hold budget hearing
The Matagorda County Commissioners Court will consider approving a $527,665 construction contract for the Markham MUD sanitary sewer improvements, funded by a GLO CDBG-MIT grant, and will hold a public hearing on the 2027 county budget. Other action items include accepting a $8,000 donation from Tenaris for the Fire Marshal's Office, approving fairgrounds contracts, and designating grand jury members to the Salary Grievance Committee.
- Award $527,665 base bid plus alternates to Capital Underground Utilities, LLC for Markham MUD sanitary sewer improvements (GLO CDBG-MIT Contract No. 24-065-092-E768)
- Public hearing at 9:45 a.m. on the 2027 Matagorda County Budget
- Accept $8,000 donation from Tenaris for the Fire Marshal's Office
- Approve contracts for use of Matagorda County Fairgrounds Facilities
- Approve consulting services agreement with Anchor QEA for Matagorda Bay Mitigation Trust RFP
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AGENDA & NOTICE OF MEETING
MATAGORDA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
9:30 AM
Courthouse, 3rd Floor, County Courtroom
1700 7th Street, Bay City, Texas
1.
Certificate of quorum
2.
Pledge of Allegiance - Commissioner Cook
3.
Texas Pledge - Commissioner Cook
4.
Prayer - Commissioner Frick
5.
Public Comments
6.
Action Items
a.
Consideration and possible action regarding approving Commissioners Court Minutes
for August 31, 2026
b.
Consideration and possible action regarding contracts for the use of the Matagorda
County Fairgrounds Facilities
c.
Consideration and possible action regarding the designation of three members from
the prior year Grand Jury to serve on the Matagorda County Salary Grievance
Committee for the year of 2026, Pursuant to Section 152.014 and 152.015 of the
Texas Local Government Code
d.
Consideration and possible action to accept a letter of donation from Tenaris for the
Matagorda County Fire Marshal's Office in the amount of $8,000.00 and allow the
County Judge to sign
e.
Consideration and possible action to award Capital Underground Utilities, LLC.,
related to the Request For Proposals (RFP) for Construction Services associated with
GLO CDBG-MIT Contract No. 24-065-092-E768 for the Markham MUD Sanitary
Sewer Imporovements, awarding base bid plus alternates totaling $527,665.00, as
recommended by Urban Engineering and authorize the County Judge to sign any
related documents
f.
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Mon Sep 7, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners' Court
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Mon Aug 31, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners' Court
County to award $990,656 sewer contract, approve jail housing deals
The Matagorda County Commissioners Court will consider a range of action items, including awarding a $990,656 construction contract for sewer improvements in Markham, approving intergovernmental agreements to house county inmates in Calhoun and Burnet County jails, and accepting donations for a hazardous waste collection event. The court will also consider a resolution supporting a TxDOT coastal marsh restoration project, a petition to allow earlier aerial application of 2,4-D, and an election services contract with Bay City ISD. A closed executive session is scheduled to discuss a contract negotiation.
- Award $990,656 base bid plus alternates to Capital Underground Utilities, LLC for Markham MUD Sanitary Sewer Improvements (GLO CDBG-MIT Contract No. 24-065-092-E768)
- Approve intergovernmental agreements with Calhoun and Burnet Counties to house Matagorda County inmates
- Accept $1,000 from Chemical's Inc./Ashok K. Moza Foundation and $2,000 from Tenaris Bay City for the October 10, 2026 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event
- Adopt resolution supporting TxDOT's Beneficial Use of Dredged Material Project at Mad Island Wildlife Management Area
- Petition Texas Department of Agriculture to allow aerial 2,4-D application starting September 1 instead of September 15, 2026
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AGENDA & NOTICE OF MEETING
MATAGORDA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
Monday, August 31, 2026
9:30 AM
Courthouse, 3rd Floor, County Courtroom
1700 7th Street, Bay City, Texas
1.
Certificate of quorum
2.
Pledge of Allegiance - Commissioner Estlinbaum
3.
Texas Pledge - Commissioner Estlinbaum
4.
Prayer - Commissioner Cook
5.
Public Comments
6.
Action Items
a.
Consideration and possible action regarding approving Commissioners Court Minutes
for August 24, 2026
b.
Consideration and possible action regarding contracts for the use of the Matagorda
County Fairgrounds Facilities
c.
Consideration and possible action to reappoint Vince Bryant to the Texana Center
Board of Trustees effective September 1, 2026 — August 31, 2028
d.
Consideration and possible action to approve and adopt a Resolution expressing
Matagorda County's official local governmental support for the Texas Department of
Transportation's proposed Beneficial Use of Dredged Material Project to restore and
enhance degraded coastal marshes at the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department's Mad
Island Wildlife Management Area in Matagorda County, Texas, and providing
evidence of local support for the project pursuant to Title 43, Texas Administrative
Code 2.361; and authorize the County Judge and Commissioners to execute the
Resolution and any related documentation necessary to evidence the County's support
e.
Consideration and possible action to accept a contribution in the amount …
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Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners' Court
County to rescind hotel occupancy tax, halt collection effective Aug 17
The Matagorda County Commissioners Court will consider rescinding the hotel occupancy tax adopted in February 2026, discontinuing its implementation and collection, and ending the contract with Deckard Technologies. The court will also set a public hearing on the 2027 proposed budget, approve various contracts and agreements, and consider street abandonment applications. Several items involve routine approvals of minutes, invoices, and line-item transfers.
- Rescind Hotel Occupancy Tax order and discontinue collection effective Aug 17, 2026
- Set public hearing for Sept 8, 2026 on 2027 proposed budget
- Accept $500 contribution from Texas Gulf Recycling for hazardous waste event
- Approve 60-month VOIP agreement with Vested Networks at $39.25/month for jail fax
- Award Mercer Construction $112,842 for River Oaks Water System improvements
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AGENDA & NOTICE OF MEETING
MATAGORDA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
Monday, August 24, 2026
9:30 AM
Courthouse, 3rd Floor, County Courtroom
1700 7th Street, Bay City, Texas
1.
Certificate of quorum
2.
Pledge of Allegiance - Commissioner Shimek
3.
Texas Pledge - Commissioner Shimek
4.
Prayer - Commissioner Estlinbaum
5.
Public Comments
6.
Action Items
a.
Consideration and possible action regarding approving Commissioners Court Minutes
for August 10th and 17th, 2026
b.
Consideration and possible action regarding contracts for the use of the Matagorda
County Fairgrounds Facilities
c.
Consideration and possible action to set a Public Hearing for September 8, 2026, at
9:45 a.m. to discuss the 2027 Proposed Matagorda County Budget and authorize the
Publication of this Public Hearing
d.
Consider and take appropriate action to rescind the Matagorda County Commissioners
Court Order adopted on February 2, 2026, establishing the Matagorda County Hotel
Occupancy Tax, and to discontinue implementation, administration, and prospective
collection of the Hotel Occupancy Tax effective August 17, 2026; acknowledge and
authorize the discontinuation of the County's contractual relationship with Deckard
Technologies, Inc., the third-party vendor retained to assist with the administration
and oversight of the Hotel Occupancy Tax program; and authorize the County Judge,
County Attorney, County Auditor, County Treasurer, Tax Assessor-Collector, and
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Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners' Court
Commissioners to approve health benefits agreements and hazardous waste event funding
The Matagorda County Commissioners Court will consider routine administrative items, including approving minutes, contracts for fairgrounds use, and health benefits agreements for 2026-2027. They will also accept contributions totaling $25,000 from Celanese, STP Nuclear Operating Company, and the City of Bay City for the October 10 household hazardous waste collection event, and approve a subdivision plat and a surety bond release.
- Approve Administrative Services and Stop-Loss Agreements with Texas Association of Counties Health & Employee Benefits Pool for 2026-2027 plan year
- Accept $2,000 from Celanese, $12,000 from STP Nuclear Operating Company, and $11,000 from City of Bay City for Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event on October 10, 2026
- Approve 4.54-acre tract, Lot 1, Sitz-Alvarez Subdivision from Sitz Family Limited Partnership
- Authorize release of $250,000 surety bond for Danish Field Solar, LLC
- Ratify $269.46 demand check payment to US Bank Voyager
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AGENDA & NOTICE OF MEETING
MATAGORDA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
Monday, August 17, 2026
9:30 AM
Courthouse, 3rd Floor, County Courtroom
1700 7th Street, Bay City, Texas
1.
Certificate of quorum
2.
Pledge of Allegiance - Commissioner Frick
3.
Texas Pledge - Commissioner Frick
4.
Prayer - Commissioner Shimek
5.
Public Comments
6.
Action Items
a.
Consideration and possible action regarding approving Commissioners Court Minutes
for August 3, 2026
b.
Consideration and possible action regarding contracts for the use of the Matagorda
County Fairgrounds Facilities
c.
Consideration and possible action to approve the Administrative Services Agreement
and Stop-Loss Agreement between the Texas Association of Counties Health &
Employee Benefits Pool and Matagorda County for the 2026-2027 plan year effective
October 1, 2026, and authorize the County Judge to DocuSign all related documents
d.
Consideration and possible action to accept a contribution in the amount of $2,000.00
from Celanese for expenses toward the Matagorda County Household Hazardous
Waste Collection Event to be held October 10, 2026
e.
Consideration and possible action to accept a contribution in the amount of
$12,000.00 from STP Nuclear Operating Company for expenses toward the
Matagorda County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event to be held October
10, 2026
f.
Consideration and possible action to accept a contribution in the amount of
$11,000.00 from the Ci …
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Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners' Court
Commissioners to vote on dredging, hazardous waste, and fairgrounds contracts
The Commissioners Court will consider and possibly approve several contracts, including a hazardous waste collection event with Clean Harbors, an agreement with Markham VFD, and a dredging project at the Colorado River mouth to replenish Sargent Beach. They will also vote on minutes, utility permits, invoices, and budget amendments. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss contract negotiations and security matters.
- Contract with Clean Harbors Environmental Services for 2026 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event on October 10, 2026
- Agreement with Markham VFD for FY 2026-2027
- Temporary access to Matagorda Beach/Colorado River mouth for dredging to replenish Sargent Beach
- Permit application from Centerpoint Energy for utility access
- Permit application from Triangle Construction for utility access
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||AGENDA & NOTICE OF MEETING MATAGORDA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT Monday, August 10, 2026 9:30 AM Bay City Civic Center th 201 7 Street, Room 103, Bay City, Texas|
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|1.|Certificate of quorum|
|2.|Pledge of Allegiance-Commissioner Cook|
|3.|Texas Pledge-Commissioner Cook|
|4.|Prayer-Commissioner Frick|
|5.|Public Comments|
|6.|Action Items|
|a.|Consideration and possible action regarding approving Commissioners Court Minutes for July 27, 2026|
|b.|Consideration and possible action regarding contracts for the use of the Matagorda County Fairgrounds Facilities|
|c.|Consideration and possible action to approve a contract between Matagorda County and Clean Harbors Environmental Services, Inc. for services and disposal for the 2026 Matagorda County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event on October 10, 2026|
|d.|Consideration and possible action to approve an agreement with Markham VFD FY 2026-2027 and allow the County Judge to sign|
|e.|Consideration and possible action for the Commissioners to authorize the County Judge to sign an agreement allowing temporary access to Matagorda Beach/Colorado River mouth to perform dredging operations at the mouth of the river, using dredge material to replenish Sargent Beach|
|f.|Consideration and possible action to accept a permit application from Centerpoint Energy Gas Andrea Pickens and allow the County Judge to sign a letter of no objection due to public utility|
|g.|Consideration and possible action to accept a permit applicati …
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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners' Court
Commissioners Court to consider partial county burn ban
The Matagorda County Commissioners Court will meet to discuss a partial county burn ban and various county contracts. The body is also considering personnel rehiring and the acceptance of a $3,000 donation for ballistic vests.
- Partial county burn ban effective 08/03/2026
- Engagement Letter from KM&L, LLC not to exceed $51,000
- Acceptance of $3,000 donation from Tenaris for ballistic vests for PCT #6 and PCT #2
- Rehiring of Christopher Harvey as Heavy Equipment Operator at $25.00/hour
- Contract with Markham Volunteer Fire Department for the purchase of a Ford F350
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AGENDA & NOTICE OF MEETING
MATAGORDA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
Monday, August 3, 2026
9:30 AM
Bay City Civic Center
201 7th Street, Room 103, Bay City, Texas
1. Certificate of quorum
2. Pledge of Allegiance - Commissioner Estlinbaum
3. Texas Pledge - Commissioner Estlinbaum
4. Prayer - Commissioner Cook
5. Public Comments
6. Action Items
a. Consideration and possible action regarding approving Commissioners Court Minutes
for July 27, 2026
b. Consideration and possible action regarding contracts for the use of the Matagorda
County Fairgrounds Facilities
c. Consideration and possible action to approve a Proclamation declaring August 2–8,
2026 as National Health Center Week in Matagorda County
d. Consideration and possible action to place a partial county burn ban effective
08/03/2026
e. Consideration and possible action to approve a ManhattanLife Application for Group
Insurance Workplace Voluntary Benefits, an employee voluntary supplement,
between Matagorda County and ManhattanLife administered by First Financial
Capital Corporation and authorize the County Judge to sign
f. Consideration and possible action to approve an Agent of Record Letter changing the
appointment of Matagorda County's Agent/Broker of Record for its supplemental
health benefit programs and ancillary group insurance policies from First Financial
Benefits to First Financial Capital Corporation, effective August 3, 2026, and to
authorize the County Judge to sign
g. Co …
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Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners' Court
Air Liquide withdraws tax abatement request; public hearing cancelled
The Matagorda County Commissioners Court will consider approving the withdrawal of Air Liquide's tax abatement application and cancelling the August 3 hearing on a reinvestment zone. Other action items include a salary increase for the Floodplain Administrator to $18.26/hour, a 60-month lease for a printer at $164.10/month, and the appointment of a part-time officer for Constable Precinct #1. The court will also meet in executive session to discuss contract negotiations and security matters.
- Accept Air Liquide withdrawal of tax abatement application and cancel August 3 public hearing on reinvestment zone
- Raise starting salary for Floodplain Administrator from $17.06 to $18.26 per hour
- Approve lease agreement with Function4 for Konica Minolta C301i at $164.10/month for 60 months
- Allow Constable Precinct #1 to appoint Mike Voorhies as full-time paid officer
- Change photo electric solar farm permit from hazmat operations to normal operations
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AGENDA & NOTICE OF MEETING
MATAGORDA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
Monday, July 27, 2026
9:30 AM
Courthouse, 3rd Floor, County Courtroom
1700 Seventh Street, Bay City, Texas
1. Certificate of quorum
2. Pledge of Allegiance - Commissioner Shimek
3. Texas Pledge - Commissioner Shimek
4. Prayer - Commissioner Estlinbaum
5. Public Comments
6. Action Items
a. Consideration and possible action regarding approving Commissioners Court Minutes
for July 20, 2026
b. Consideration and possible action regarding contracts for the use of the Matagorda
County Fairgrounds Facilities
c. Consideration and possible action to accept the 2025 Distinguished Service Award for
the Matagorda County Historical Commission (MCHC)
d. Consideration and possible action to accept Air Liquide withdrawal of its application
for a Tax Abatement and to cancel the public hearing scheduled for August 3, 2026,
regarding the proposed creation of a reinvestment zone
e. Consideration and possible action to allow Constable Doug Schoppe Precinct #1 to
appoint Mike Voorhies as a full-time paid officer until the Fire Marshal's Office
obtains its own TCOLE License
f. Consideration and possible action to change the photo electric solar farm from hazmat
operations permit to normal operations permits
g. Consideration and possible action to raise the starting salary to $18.26 from $17.06
for Floodplain Administrator
h. Consideration and possible action to approve Federal Excise Tax Exemption …
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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners' Court
Commissioners to vote on new ambulance gap insurance contract, replace MASA
The Matagorda County Commissioners Court will consider and possibly approve multiple contracts including a new ambulance gap insurance provider (EVACU Nationwide replacing MASA), a vision insurance provider (VSP Care Plan replacing Superior Vision), and a change in disability insurance carrier (from Lincoln Financial to American Fidelity). Other actions include adopting the 2027 county holidays, accepting a $59,425 donation from the Sargent Area Chamber of Commerce for Constable Precinct #6, setting the 2027 landfill disposal rate at $27.71 per ton with Waste Connections/Seabreeze, approving out-of-state travel for an extension agent, and entering executive session to discuss contract negotiations and economic development incentives.
- Contract with EVACU Nationwide Ground & Air Ambulance gap insurance, replacing MASA
- Contract with VSP Vision Care Plan as county vision insurance provider, replacing Superior Vision
- Change of employer-paid disability insurance carrier from Lincoln Financial to American Fidelity
- Accept donation of $59,425 from Sargent Area Chamber of Commerce for Constable Precinct #6 salary and expenses
- Agreement with Waste Connections/Seabreeze Environmental Landfill for 2027 disposal rate of $27.71 per ton
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AGENDA & NOTICE OF MEETING
MATAGORDA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT
Monday, July 20, 2026
9:30 AM
Courthouse, 3rd Floor, County Courtroom
1700 Seventh Street, Bay City, Texas
1. Certificate of quorum
2. Pledge of Allegiance - Commissioner Frick
3. Texas Pledge - Commissioner Frick
4. Prayer - Commissioner Shimek
5. Public Comments
6. Action Items for Discussion
a. Consideration and possible action regarding approving Commissioners Court Minutes
for July 13, 2026
b. Consideration and possible action regarding contracts for the use of the Matagorda
County Fairgrounds Facilities
c. Consideration and possible action to approve the 2027 Matagorda County Holidays
d. Consideration and possible action to approve a Contract with EVACU Nationwide
Ground & Air Ambulance gap insurance, replacing MASA, and authorize the County
Judge to sign all related documents
e. Consideration and possible action to approve a Contract with VSP Vision Care Plan
as the County's vision insurance provider administered by FFGA Benefits Solution,
replacing Superior Vision, and authorize the County Judge to sign
f. Consideration and possible action to approve the change of the County's employer-
paid disability insurance carrier from Lincoln Financial to American Fidelity,
administered by FFGA Benefits Solutions, and authorize the County Judge to execute
the Subscription Agreement and any related documents
g. Consideration and possible action to approve out-of-state travel for …
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Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners' Court
Commissioners Court to shift from weekly to twice‑monthly meetings starting Sep 14
The Matagorda County Commissioners Court will consider approving the July 6 minutes and several administrative actions, including changing the regular meeting schedule to twice a month beginning September 14, 2026. The court will also discuss establishing a Consent Agenda for routine matters and will review a contract for fencing at Bowers Park. Additional items include approvals of change orders for county construction projects and various financial authorizations.
- Approve a contract with All-Ways Fencing, Inc. for fencing installation at Bowers Park in Precinct #3
- Amend the regular meeting schedule to two meetings per month (second and fourth Monday), effective August 24, 2026, with the first meeting under the new schedule on September 14, 2026
- Establish a Consent Agenda for routine, non‑controversial matters and authorize the County Judge and Clerk to implement it
- Approve Change Order #2 with Boettcher Hlavinka Co. for the Justice of the Peace #2 Building Project
- Approve Change Order #4 with Frost Construction Company Inc. for the Sargent Community Center Project
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AGENDA & NOTICE OF MEETING
MATAGORDA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT
Monday, July 13, 2026
9:30 AM
Courthouse, 3rd Floor, County Courtroom
1700 Seventh Street, Bay City, Texas
1. Certificate of quorum
2. Pledge of Allegiance - Commissioner Cook
3. Texas Pledge - Commissioner Cook
4. Prayer - Commissioner Frick
5. Public Comments
6. Items for Discussion
a. Consideration and possible action regarding approving Commissioner’s Court
Minutes for July 6, 2026
b. Consideration and possible action to amend the regular meeting schedule of the
Matagorda County Commissioners Court by changing from weekly regular meetings
to two regular meetings each month, to be held on the second and fourth Monday of
each month, effective August 24, 2026, with the first regular meeting under the
revised schedule to be held on Monday, September 14, 2026, and authorize the
County Judge and County Clerk to implement the revised meeting schedule and
provide all notices required by law
c. Consideration and possible action to establish and authorize the use of a Consent
Agenda for Commissioners Court meetings for the purpose of considering routine,
non-controversial matters through a single action, and authorize the County Judge and
County Clerk to implement procedures for the preparation and administration of the
Consent Agenda
d. Consideration and possible action to approve a Contract with All-Ways Fencing, Inc.
for the fencing installation at Bowers Park located in Matagorda …
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Mon May 25, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners' Court
Commissioners to discuss contract and economic development negotiations
The agenda is largely procedural and includes placeholder items labeled 'Test Item for Agenda Overview' for public comments and discussion. The main substantive item is an executive session to consult with attorneys on a contract being negotiated and to deliberate economic development negotiations with a business prospect. No decisions are made in closed session, but the court may take action after reconvening.
- Executive session for deliberation of contract being negotiated
- Executive session for economic development negotiations with a business prospect
- Test Item for Agenda Overview in public comments (placeholder)
- Test Item for Agenda Overview in discussion (placeholder)
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AGENDA & NOTICE OF MEETING
MATAGORDA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT
Monday, May 25, 2026
9:30 AM
Courthouse, 3rd Floor, County Courtroom
1700 Seventh Street, Bay City, Texas
1. Certificate of quorum
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Texas Pledge
4. Prayer
5. Approval of Agenda
6. Public Comments
a. Test Item for Agenda Overview
7. Items for Discussion
a. Test Item for Agenda Overview
8. Executive Session
Under Section 551.0725 of the Texas Government Code to consult with attorney(s) representing
the county in an executive session regarding deliberation of contract being negotiated.
Under section 551.087 of the Texas Government Code to Deliberation Regarding Economic
Development Negotiations; closed Meeting. This chapter does not require a governmental body
to conduct an open meeting:
(1) To discuss or deliberate regarding commercial or financial information that the
governmental body has received from a business prospect that the governmental body seeks to
have locate, stay, or expand in or near the territory of the governmental body and with which
the governmental body is conducting economic development negotiations; or (2) to deliberate
the offer of a financial or other incentive to a business prospect described by subdivision (1)
(All matters for discussion and information gathering, with no decisions being made in
executive closed session)
9. Reconvene open session and consider taking action on the matters discussed in executive
session:
Un …
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Net migration-1 people (+$4.7M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)8 ({"Hurricane": 14, "Flood": 5, "Fire": 3, "Severe Storm": 2, · last Tue Jul 9, 2024)
Traffic fatalities12 (4 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments707 (7,870 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,100/mo (534 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy34.5% (low numeracy 47% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
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Permitted housing units
Outcomes — economic mobility
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