Travis County public meetings in 2024
35 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Commissioners Court
Travis County Commissioners Court will consider approving payments, emergency service agreements, and contract modifications for technology and pest control services. The court will also review bids and personnel actions.
- Approve Modification No. 11 to Contract No. 4400003662 with Tyler Technologies, Inc., in the amount of $217,543.00
- Approve termination of contract for convenience for Contract No. 4400007921 with Schuler Contracting, LLC
- Approve Modification No. 5 to Contract 4400006783 with A-Tex Pest Management, estimated requirements, for pest control services
- Approve a revised subaward modification to Contract No.4400006882 with Mobile Loaves & Fishes, Inc.
- Approve Modification No. 2 to Contract No. 4400006880 with Capital Area Private Defender Service (CAPDS), in the amount of $0.00
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will vote on budget amendments, including a reduction in proposed Certificates of Obligations debt issuance. The body is also reviewing several health and human services contracts and traffic mitigation agreements for new developments.
- Decrease Fiscal Year 2025 Proposed Certificates of Obligations Debt Issuance by $11,030,000
- Contract for Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Use Site-Based Program for $1,600,000
- Contract award to GRO Community for Prosecutor-led Gun Violence Prevention Program for $500,720
- Traffic mitigation agreements for Holley Smith Manor and United Properties Howard SW developments
- Purchase of Tempus Pro monitors from Philips Healthcare for $110,934.60
Commissioners Court
The Travis County Commissioners Court will adopt two proclamations honoring local retirees, consider emergency‑services actions including a fireworks sales prohibition, and approve a series of subaward modifications for housing and health programs. It will also approve a sole‑source contract for Engineering Support Services Standard Plan with AgustaWestland Philadelphia Corporation for $64,102. Additional items include a $55,000 grant for the Domestic Violence High Risk Team and a Climate Resilience Pilot Project.
- Proclamation honoring Regina Rogoff’s retirement from People’s Community Clinic
- Fire marshal recommendation to prohibit aerial fireworks sales Dec 15 2024–Jan 2 2025
- Sole‑source contract award to AgustaWestland Philadelphia Corp. for $64,102 engineering services
- Grant agreement for $55,000 Domestic Violence High Risk Team program in the District Attorney’s Office
- Approval of Climate Resilience Pilot Project led by the County’s FUSE Fellow and Emergency Management
Commissioners Court
The Travis County Commissioners Court will discuss compensation matters for the Human Resources Management Department. They will also receive a briefing from the Reentry Roundtable on activities and deliverables for fiscal year 2024 and plans for fiscal year 2025. No formal decisions are indicated on the agenda.
- Human Resources Management Department compensation discussion (Commissioners Travillion & Gómez)
- Briefing and update from Reentry Roundtable on FY2024 activities and FY2025 plans (Judge Brown)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss the appointment of a Fire Marshal for a 90-day term and review several public improvement district bonds. The body is also considering multiple traffic mitigation agreements and health service partnerships.
- Appointment of Gary Howell as Travis County Fire Marshal for a 90-day term
- Acceptance of a donated Ericsson R-dot system valued at $760,000 from AT&T
- Grant programs including $100,000 for Weatherization Readiness and $108,786 for Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting
- Eminent domain authorization for 0.0360 acres at 508 Hickory Ridge Rd for the Arroyo Doble-Twin Creeks Drainage Project
- Bond issuance for Turner’s Crossing Public Improvement District Improvement Area #1 and #2
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will hold a special voting session to approve election site licenses for the December 14 runoff and review several interlocal agreements. The body is also deciding on contracts for at-risk species permitting and data center leasing.
- Contract No. 4400007850 with ICF Jones & Stokes, Inc. for $49,715.00 regarding US Fish and Wildlife Service permitting
- Modification No. 6 to Contract No. 4400004924 with Fibertown DC, LLC for $5,500.00 for a Secondary Data Center Lease
- License agreements for 8 polling sites for the December 14, 2024 Runoff Election
- CDBG-CV subrecipient agreements with Foundation Communities and Sunrise Homeless Navigation Center
- Interlocal agreement with Integral Care for Fiscal Year 2025 Specialized Program Investment Services
Commissioners Court
The Travis County Commissioners Court will review an order related to canvassing the November 5, 2024 election returns and declaring the results. The item is presented by County Judge Andy Brown. No other substantive agenda items are listed for this special voting session.
- Consider action on canvassing and declaring results of the November 5, 2024 Travis County election (Judge Brown)
Commissioners Court
The Travis County Commissioners Court will vote on a series of proclamations, financial reports, reappointments, and interlocal agreements. It will also approve several high‑value contracts, including an $8,818,977.59 HMAC Overlay Program contract and a $2,637,003.34 Roadway Recycling Program contract. Additional actions include grant amendments, a $180,000 refund, and the use of opioid abatement funds. All items are listed for a voting session on November 12, 2024.
- Approve $8,818,977.59 contract for the HMAC Overlay Program to Asphalt, Inc. dba Lone Star Paving (Groups A‑C & E)
- Approve $2,637,003.34 contract for the FY 2024 Roadway Recycling Program to Asphalt Inc. dba Lone Star Paving
- Approve $45,500 contract amendment for the Urban Area Security Initiative grant in the County Clerk's Office
- Approve $638,590 Letter of Intent for the FY 2025 Formula Grant from the Texas Indigent Defense Commission for the Criminal Courts department
- Authorize refund of $180,000 from Skytrac for surplus Flight Wireless Connectivity Kits
Commissioners Court
The Travis County Commissioners Court will vote on a range of items including proclamations, grant contracts, budget adjustments, and purchasing agreements. Notable actions include approving a $349,760 contract for professional landscape architectural services for the Parks Comprehensive Plan and a $128,425 grant agreement for the Sheriff’s Office forensic science improvement program. The Court will also consider budget amendments, personnel actions, and the dedication of a public street in Precinct Three. Additional items cover contracts for juvenile probation services, cadaver transport, and interlocal agreements.
- Approve $349,760 contract for professional landscape architectural services for the Parks Comprehensive Plan (Mend Collaborative)
- Approve $128,425 contract for the Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Grant for the Sheriff’s Office
- Approve $75,000 contract amendment for the Urban Area Security Initiative grant for Emergency Services
- Approve $3,000 contract for the Fall 2024 Grant Program from the Texas Bar Foundation for Juvenile Probation
- Approve exemption and Contract No. 4400007669 with Front Line Advisory Group, LLC for Program Manager Consultant services
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will decide on the legislative agenda for the 89th Texas Legislature and review various grant programs and contracts. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a resolution of no objection for Decker Lake Apartments.
- Public hearing for Decker Lake Apartments at 6200 Blue Bluff Rd
- Contract for Enhancing Youth Defense grant from US Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention for $403,126
- Modification to McGriff Insurance Services, Inc. contract for $615,168.00 for workers’ compensation insurance
- Change Order for Sundt Construction for $597,216.20 for Balcones Canyonland Preserve Road Maintenance
- Adoption of the Travis County Legislative Agenda for the 89th Texas Legislature
Commissioners Court
The Travis County Commissioners Court will hold a special voting session on October 23, 2024. The Court will conduct interviews with finalist applicants and decide whether to hire a County Executive for Innovative Justice & Program Analysis. Judge Andy Brown will lead the discussion and any hiring action. The meeting is open to the public in person and via livestream.
- Conduct interviews of selected applicant finalists
- Discuss and decide on hiring the County Executive – Innovative Justice & Program Analysis
Commissioners Court
The Travis County Commissioners Court will consider a range of items, including public comments on a Springdale Road detour, several proclamations, and multiple contract awards. Major contracts include a $300,000 award to Foundation Communities for supportive residential services and a $296,489 award for the Bee Creek Sports Complex Phase II. The Court will also act on budget authorizations, emergency‑services resolutions, and various land‑dedication agreements.
- Public hearing on temporary detour and traffic restriction on Springdale Road (Precinct 1)
- Approve contract award to OPEX Corporation for FalconV+ scanner and maintenance (no dollar amount listed)
- Approve $296,489 contract for Bee Creek Sports Complex Phase II with Halff Associates, Inc.
- Approve $300,000 contract with Foundation Communities for supportive residential services
- Approve $250,000 contract with Any Baby Can of Austin for Supportive Services for Community Living
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will hold an interactive discussion led by Maria Yuan of the Office of Emergency Management. The discussion will focus on creating a shared definition of climate resilience that incorporates equity into decision‑making. Participants will also review the individual and combined results of the 1000minds Preferences Survey. No formal actions or votes are indicated for this item.
- Interactive discussion on climate resilience definition (led by Maria Yuan)
- Review of 1000minds Preferences Survey results
Commissioners Court
The Travis County Commissioners Court will vote on several proclamations, contract and grant approvals, budget and purchasing modifications, and an amendment to an interlocal agreement with the City of Austin. The amendment would extend the DWI Court program term to September 30, 2025 and increase funding for the Transformative Youth Justice Program. Additional items include contract modifications for construction and elevator upgrades and a $500,000 grant for domestic‑violence investigations.
- Approve First Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement with Austin to extend DWI Court program and increase funding for Transformative Youth Justice (Item 28).
- Approve Modification No. 2 to Purchase Order No. 4100218488 with EMR Elevator Inc., reducing the amount by $73,082.00 for TCJ Elevator Upgrade #5 (Item 16).
- Approve Modification No. 6 to Contract No. 4400006400 with Robert Jackson & Michael McElhaney Architects, Inc., for $81,804.00 for Balcones Canyonlands Preserve Visitor Center remodel (Item 17).
- Approve contract agreement for the Enhancing Investigation and Prosecution of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking Initiative for $500,000 in the District Attorney's Office (Item 8B).
- Approve proclamation recognizing September 15 – October 15, 2024 as Hispanic Heritage Month in Travis County (Item 2).
Commissioners Court
The Joint Subcommittee of the Travis County Commissioners Court, Austin City Council, and AISD Board of Trustees will meet to discuss childcare, tax rate elections, and special education funding. The group will also receive reports on resilience hubs and the AISD long-term budget.
- Approval of June 10, 2024 minutes
- Childcare discussion: Tax Rate Election and fee waivers
- Receive reports on Resilience Hubs and AISD special education
- AISD Long Term Budget discussion
- Future meeting dates set for December 2 or 6
Commissioners Court
The Travis County Commissioners Court will vote on a range of items including proclamations, emergency services matters, housing project authorizations, and several contract approvals. Major contract awards include a $1,890,084 renovation of the Public Defenders Office and multiple grants and service agreements. The Court will also set a public hearing for an outdoor music festival permit at 8509 Burleson Rd.
- Approve $1,890,084 contract with Trimbuilt Construction for 1st Floor Public Defenders Office renovation
- Approve $469,559 contract with Santa Maria Hostel for residential substance‑use disorder treatment for women
- Approve $843,050 contract with Family Eldercare for guardianship services
- Approve $293,610 Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant contract for Facilities Management
- Set public hearing Oct 8 for Outdoor Music Festival permit at 8509 Burleson Rd.
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will receive an update on the county’s Forestry, Land Stewardship, and Fire Management programs. The Court will also consider and act on an appointment to the Strategic Housing Finance Corporation Board of Directors.
- Update on Forestry, Land Stewardship, and Fire Management programs
- Consideration of appointment to the Strategic Housing Finance Corporation Board of Directors
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will vote on the Fiscal Year 2025 budget, approve emergency response reimbursement policies, and authorize various contracts and grants totaling over $3.5 million.
- Vote on Fiscal Year 2025 budget
- Emergency response deployment reimbursement policy
- Contract with Deloitte for telework consulting ($898,016)
- Contract with Capital Area Private Defender Service ($2.6M)
- Public hearing on FY2025 Proposed Budget
Commissioners Court
The Travis County Commissioners Court will vote on two subawards that could provide up to $15,000,000 and $12,992,103 in loan funds for affordable housing projects for individuals experiencing homelessness. The agenda also includes several contract approvals, fee updates, and land‑use actions. Additional items cover emergency‑services policies, budget amendments, and various licensing and equipment decisions.
- Approve subaward and loan documents for up to $15,000,000 to Burleson Studios development (Contract No. 4400007820)
- Approve subaward and loan documents for up to $12,992,103 to The Works III at Tillery development (Contract No. 4600000840)
- Approve Contract No. 4400007765 with ICLEI for $49,375 consulting services for the Community Climate Action Plan
- Approve Contract Modification No. 5 with HMG & Associates, Inc. for $10,000 consulting services for the Medical Examiner’s Office
- Approve amendments to Title 30, Travis County – City of Austin Subdivision Regulations
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court is holding a special voting session. The body will receive a legal briefing and take action regarding Cause no. D-1-GN-24-005849 in the 200th Judicial District Court.
- Legal action regarding Cause no. D-1-GN-24-005849: State of Texas v. Bruce Elfant and Travis County officials
Commissioners Court
The Travis County Commissioners Court will hold a work session on September 12, 2024. The sole agenda item is Youth Mental Health First Aid Training. No other matters are listed for discussion or decision.
- Youth Mental Health First Aid Training
Commissioners Court
The Travis County Commissioners Court will vote on several major contracts and grant agreements, including a $1,121,366 AmeriCorps project and a $932,000 Department of Justice grant. The Court will also consider fee updates for 2025, a $749,834 modification to a marketing contract, and an interlocal agreement for extension agent services with Prairie View A&M. Additional items include proclamations, budget rules, and transportation projects.
- Approve annual $1,121,366 AmeriCorps contract with a $693,868 county match
- Approve $932,000 DOJ Byrne Discretionary Community Project Grant
- Approve Modification No. 3 to Contract No. 4400006421 with Palladium Media, LLC for $749,834
- Approve FY 2025 fee changes for sheriff, constable, medical examiner, park user, and impound lot fees
- Approve interlocal agreement with Prairie View A&M for extension agent services
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court is meeting to consider and take action regarding the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Mark-Up. This process determines how county funds are allocated for the upcoming fiscal year.
- Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Mark-Up
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court is meeting to consider and take action regarding the FY 2025 Budget Mark-Up. This is the sole substantive item on the agenda.
- FY 2025 Budget Mark-Up
Commissioners Court
The Travis County Commissioners Court will vote on a series of contracts, interlocal agreements, and budget items for Fiscal Year 2025. Items include a $2,849,083 contract for Title IV‑E legal administration, a $265,043 weatherization grant contract, and a transit development agreement with CapMetro. The Court will also receive public comments on elected‑official salaries and a temporary traffic detour on Turnersville Road.
- Approve $2,849,083 annual contract with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services for the Title IV‑E Legal Administration grant (Item 15A)
- Approve $265,043 annual contract with the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs for the Weatherization Assistance Program grant (Item 15B)
- Approve Modification No. 3 to Contract No. 4400004304 with Jackson & McElhaney Architects for $230,209.44 for the Arkansas Bend Park Group Building Design (Item 19)
- Approve Interlocal Agreement with the Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority for FY2025 Transit Development Plan funding (Item 29)
- Approve Interlocal Agreement with the University of Texas at Austin for $40,791.00 for internet connection services (Item 27)
Commissioners Court
The Court will hold a work session to discuss a climate‑resilience definition, equity integration, and results from the 1000minds Preferences Survey presented by Medici Road. Commissioners Travillion and Shea will receive an update on the Forestry, Land Stewardship, and Fire Management programs. No formal actions are listed; the items are for discussion and informational updates.
- Interactive discussion led by Medici Road on climate resilience, equity, and 1000minds Preferences Survey results
- Update on Forestry, Land Stewardship, and Fire Management programs by Commissioners Travillion & Shea
Commissioners Court
The Travis County Commissioners Court will vote on a range of items including budget reports, contract approvals, and grant amendments. A key action is the approval of a $1,480,555 amendment to the U.S. Department of Energy Weatherization Program grant. The Court will also consider other contracts, personnel matters, and a resolution for a road improvement project on FM812.
- Approve $1,480,555 amendment to the U.S. DOE Weatherization Program grant (Health & Human Services)
- Approve $334,262.37 annual contract with TxDOT for Underage Drinking Prevention grant (including $50,716 match and $133,363.73 in‑kind contribution)
- Approve $620,469.13 Change Order No. 9 to Contract No. 4400006355 with Chasco Constructors for Blake Manor Road widening
- Approve $49,000 contract with Communication by Hand, LLC for sign‑language interpreter services
- Approve $17,500 modification to Contract No. 4400004246 with Know Ink, LLC for voter registration system
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court is meeting to discuss budget issues regarding the development of the FY 2025 Travis County Preliminary Budget.
- Discussion of FY 2025 Travis County Preliminary Budget
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will hold a budget hearing to discuss the development of the Fiscal Year 2025 preliminary budget. Topics include the Probate Courts, Community Supervision and Corrections, Human Resources Management, Information Technology Services, the District Attorney, Constable Precinct Four, Constable Precinct Three, and Innovative Justice & Program Analysis.
- Budget hearing for FY 2025
- Discussion of Probate Courts budget
- Discussion of Community Supervision and Corrections budget
- Discussion of Human Resources Management budget
- Discussion of Information Technology Services budget
Commissioners Court
The Travis County Commissioners Court will hold a budget hearing to discuss the FY 2025 preliminary budget. Topics include the overall preliminary budget and specific allocations for Transportation & Natural Resources, Health & Human Services, the Public Defender’s Office, the Medical Examiner, and Emergency Medical Services.
- Preliminary Budget discussion
- Transportation & Natural Resources funding
- Health & Human Services funding
- Public Defender’s Office funding
- Medical Examiner and Emergency Medical Services funding
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will determine the 2024 tax rates and discuss calling a November 5 election for a tax rate increase to fund child care and workforce programs. The body will also review several infrastructure projects and legal service contracts.
- Proposed tax rate election for affordable child care and afterschool programming
- Change order of $60,293.84 for the County Clerk Expansion Project
- Modification of $250,000.00 for legal services with Bickerstaff Heath Delgado Acosta LLP
- Traffic Mitigation Agreement for the proposed NRP Rodeo Drive development
- Right of Way Procurement Agreement for FM812 improvements from US183 to the Travis/Bastrop County line
Commissioners Court
The Travis County Commissioners Court will receive a briefing on the Austin Travis County Food Plan. The Court will also receive a briefing, discuss the proposed Central Health Fiscal Year 2025 budget, the associated tax rate, and get an update on Central Health's joint initiatives with partners, including Sendero Health Plans.
- Briefing on the Austin Travis County Food Plan
- Briefing and discussion of Central Health FY2025 proposed budget and tax rate
- Update on Central Health joint initiatives with partners such as Sendero Health Plans
Commissioners Court
The Travis County Commissioners Court will meet to approve payments, consider budget amendments, and discuss a proposed tax rate increase. The court will also review grant programs and personnel actions.
- Consideration of a $.025 per $100 valuation tax rate increase
- Budget amendments, transfers, and FY2025 budget hearings
- Grant programs: MIECHV ($103,383) and Texas Veteran's Commission ($50,000)
- Review of personnel amendments and deferred compensation committee changes
- Executive session on security, land sales, and regulatory authority
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will receive a briefing on efforts to rebuild the main Travis County website. It will also receive a briefing on Central Health’s progress on FY2024 priorities and a preview of FY2025 strategic priorities, budget highlights, and joint initiatives with CommUnityCare Health Centers. No decisions are listed; the items are informational.
- Briefing on rebuilding the main Travis County website (Information Technology Services)
- Briefing on Central Health FY2024 progress, FY2025 strategic priorities, budget highlights, and joint initiatives with CommUnityCare Health Centers
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss a proposed 2024 tax rate election to fund early childhood care and workforce development. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts and development fee increases.
- Contract award of $774,103.50 to Andale Construction, Inc. for High Density Mineral Bond
- Aviation insurance coverage modification with Falcon Insurance Agency, Inc. for $844,080.00
- Annual independent audit services contract with Atchley & Associates, LLP for $295,625.00
- Proposed fee increases and new fees associated with development review
- Public hearing on August 6, 2024, regarding traffic restrictions on Bob Johnson Rd.