Burnet County, TX

Special Session

The Burnet County Commissioners Court will meet in a special session to decide on a replat request for County Line Estates and amendments to the FY26 budget, including transfers for jail commissary items. The court will also discuss grant applications, sponsorships, and computer purchase standards.

• Replat request for lot 12, Block 2, County Line Estates to remedy a foreclosure issue
• FY26 budget amendments transferring $70,000 to Supplies and $8,000 to Inmate TV for jail commissary
• Approval of FY27 SB22 Rural Law Enforcement Grant applications totaling up to $800,000 for Sheriff's Office, County Attorney, and District Attorney
• Sponsorships from Hotel/Motel Tax funds for Oatmeal Festival ($1,500), Music on Main ($500), and Marble Falls Chamber of Commerce Fall Festival ($1,000)
• Establishment of minimum standards for desktop and laptop computer purchases to support cybersecurity

Special Session

The Commissioners Court will consider a burn ban for unincorporated areas and discuss the FY27 proposed budget, including salaries and departmental calculations. The body will also review updates to the county budget and personnel policies.

• Proposed burn ban for unincorporated areas of Burnet County
• Budget transfer of $1,800 for Road & Bridge Precinct 4 work on CR 421A
• Budget transfer of $599.42 for a Bertram Library patron self-check out computer
• Payment of up to $1,504.95 for District Attorney's Office travel expenses
• Setting a public hearing date for the FY27 budget and tax rate

Regular Session

The Commissioners Court will discuss a burn ban, the creation of a Magistrate Board, and final plat approvals for two subdivisions. The body is also reviewing several equipment purchases for the Sheriff's Office and the authorization of a new jail transport van.

• Purchase of a new departmental transport van for the Burnet County Jail not to exceed $86,630
• Final plat approval for Solomon Subdivision (2 lots on 2.986 acres) at the end of CR 134
• Final plat approval for Mint Creek Subdivision (3 lots on 22.81 acres) in the 1400 block of CR 323A
• Purchase of 20 desktops and monitors for the County Clerk, District Clerk, and Sheriff's Office at $3,600 each
• Authorization to enter property at 308 Buffalo Trail, Liberty Hill, to remove tree limbs

The Commissioners Court reinstated a burn ban for unincorporated areas and approved various administrative actions, including personnel reclassifications and IT equipment purchases. The court also approved a new Magistrate Board and a subdivision plat.

• Reinstated burn ban for unincorporated areas effective 12:00 p.m. July 28, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved Title VI Compliance Nondiscrimination documents for TxDOT grant compliance (5-0)
• Approved reclassifying IT Software Support to Project Manager and Government Compliance Coordinator, not to exceed $1,200 for FY26 (5-0)
• Appointed Judge Bryan Wilson and reappointed Commissioner Joe Don Dockery and Councilman Richard Westerman to CARTPO Board (5-0)
• Approved creation of a Magistrate Board and its charter (5-0)
• Approved final plat for Solomon Subdivision (4-0, one abstention)
• Approved increasing Treasurer's Assistant Chief Deputy from Step 3 to Step 4 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 20 desktops/monitors (up to $3,600 each), 2 laptops/docking stations (up to $3,550 each), and 7 Toughbooks (up to $5,000 each) (5-0)

Special Session

The Commissioners Court will discuss the proposed FY27 budget for multiple departments, including the Sheriff's Office and Jail. The body will also consider updates to county fleet policies regarding vehicle mileage and replacement limits.

• Purchase of a meeting room pod for Herman Brown Free Library not to exceed $42,495.25
• Appointment of Election Judges for 2026-2027 elections
• Travel funds not to exceed $1,500 for Elections Administrator Stephanie Cooper
• Proposed fleet policy changes for law enforcement vehicle replacement mileage (125,000 to 150,000 miles)
• FY27 budget calculations for 17 departments, including Health & Welfare and the Auditor's Office

The Commissioners Court approved the purchase of a meeting room pod for the Herman Brown Free Library and appointed election judges for 2026-2027. Travel funds were also approved for the Elections Administrator. No action was taken regarding budget policy or FY27 departmental budget proposals.

• Approved meeting room pod for Herman Brown Free Library using TSLAC LIFI Grant Funds, not to exceed $42,495.25 (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Election Judges for 2026-2027 Burnet County elections (5-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel for Elections Administrator Stephanie Cooper to attend 41st National Elections Conference, not to exceed $1,500 (5-0)
• No action taken on Burnet County Budget Policy and Fleet Policies
• No action taken on FY27 proposed budget for listed departments

Special Session

The Commissioners Court will review the proposed FY27 budget for several departments, including Road & Bridge and Veteran Services. The body will also consider a board appointment and specific travel expense reimbursements.

• Proposed FY27 budget calculations for Road & Bridge (General and Precincts 1-4), Commissioners, County Judge, and Veteran Services
• Re-appointment of Judge Roxanne Nelson to the Bluebonnet Trails Community Service Board of Trustees (term Sept 1, 2026 – Aug 31, 2028)
• Travel expenses for Public Defenders Office personnel not to exceed $4,378.32
• Initial review of the Burnet County Budget Policy, Fund Overview, and Expenditure Accounts Descriptions

The Burnet County Commissioners Court unanimously approved several FY27 budget line items, including $5,000,013 for Road & Bridge General, $30,000 for Emergency Management, and Veteran Services with travel and mileage. The court also unanimously reappointed Judge Roxanne Nelson to the Bluebonnet Trails Community Service Board of Trustees for a term from September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2028. No action was taken on Road & Bridge precinct budgets, Western Counties Towers, or the budget policy review.

• Reappointed Judge Roxanne Nelson to Bluebonnet Trails Community Service Board (5-0)
• Approved Public Defender travel invoices up to $4,378.32 (5-0)
• Approved payment of claims previously approved by County Auditor (5-0)
• Approved Emergency Management budget at $15,000, then amended to $30,000 (5-0)
• Approved Veteran Services budget with travel and mileage (5-0)
• Approved Commissioners - 4010 budget (5-0)
• Approved Road & Bridge General budget of $5,000,013 (5-0)
• Adjourned at 3:50 p.m. (5-0)

Regular Session

The Burnet County Commissioners Court will consider a burn ban, a resolution honoring flood victims, and setting a public hearing for the County Clerk Records Archive Plan. They will also discuss salary adjustments for appointed officials, reallocating CAHFC funds, approving several subdivision plats, and increasing legal fees for the 765kV Transmission Line case. Additionally, the court will vote on purchases for the Sheriff's Office including drones and body armor, budget transfers, and asset auctions.

• Increase legal fees to not exceed $60,000 for the Law Office of Margarette Pemberton for 765kV Transmission Line representation, with $52,000 transfer from county funds
• Approve final plat for Thomas Ranch Northwest Phase 3, a 45-lot private subdivision on 17.06 acres
• Purchase two DJI Matrice 4TD drones for Sheriff's Office at $22,962
• Approve Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) and step increase for Chief Public Defender, Elections Administrator, and Chief Magistrate for FY27 budget
• Purchase meeting room pod for Herman Brown Free Library with TSLAC LIFI Grant funds at $42,495.25

The Burnet County Commissioners Court unanimously adopted a resolution remembering the July 5, 2025 flood victims and directing Certificates of Appreciation for businesses that assisted. The court also approved several items, including setting a public hearing on the County Clerk Records Archive Plan, selecting public members for the Salary Grievance Committee, reallocating housing funds, purchasing laptops, approving multiple subdivision plats and replats, increasing legal fees for the 765kV Transmission Line case, and various budget transfers and purchases for the Sheriff's Office. No action was taken on a burn ban, the Step and Group Compensation Plan, a COLA/step increase for appointed positions, and a library meeting room pod purchase.

• Adopted flood victims remembrance resolution (5-0)
• Set public hearing on County Clerk Records Archive Plan for Aug 11, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved 3 public members and 12 alternates for Salary Grievance Committee (5-0)
• Reallocated CAHFC funds to Bertram Community Cupboard (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 4 laptops with docking stations, up to $3,560.32 each (5-0)
• Approved replat of lots 5 & 6, Mill Creek Ranch, Section 1 (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Solomon Subdivision, 2 lots on 2.986 acres (5-0)
• Approved replat of lots 331A & 333, Windermere Oaks (5-0)

Special Session

The Burnet County Commissioners Court will discuss and potentially adopt a disaster declaration for the New World screwworm, directing departments to track expenses. The court will also consider the FY27 proposed budget, including a $5.2 million insurance renewal with TAC, cost-of-living adjustments for employees and elected officials, and several infrastructure and equipment purchases.

• Disaster declaration for New World screwworm (Item 8)
• Insurance renewal with Texas Association of Counties for $5,212,622.16 (Item 13)
• FY27 budget discussions including COLA and step/grade structure for employees (Item 14)
• Construction of concrete headwalls on CR 112 and CR 210 for up to $96,000 (Item 23)
• Purchase of a 230 kW diesel generator for Sheriff's Office for up to $206,170 (Item 30)

The Burnet County Commissioners Court unanimously enacted a burn ban for unincorporated areas effective July 7, 2026, and adopted a 90-day disaster declaration regarding the New World Screwworm. The court also approved a 4% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) and 2% step increase for county employees, and a 6% COLA for elected officials, for the FY27 proposed budget. Numerous other items were approved, including insurance renewal with TAC, several construction and equipment contracts, and budget transfers.

• Enacted a burn ban for unincorporated Burnet County effective July 7, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. (5-0).
• Adopted a 90-day Disaster Declaration regarding the New World Screwworm (5-0).
• Approved a 4% COLA and 2% step increase for county employees, adding an additional step to any scale (5-0).
• Approved a 6% COLA for elected officials for FY27 (5-0).
• Approved TAC as insurance vendor for 2026-2027 renewal, estimated at $5,212,622.16 (5-0).
• Approved a $40,000 budget transfer for architecture/engineering services for potential office relocation and authorized the County Judge to negotiate a work order with BSW (5-0).
• Approved a labor agreement with Gage & Cade Construction for concrete headwalls on CR 112 and CR 210 for $75,100 (5-0).
• Approved a $105,790 contract with Genserve LLC for a 230 kW Diesel Generator System for the Sheriff's Office (5-0).

Regular Session

The Commissioners Court will decide on a 5-year, $559,144.89-per-year service agreement with Motorola Solutions for the Western Regional Radio System microwave replacement. Other significant items include authorizing up to $50,000 for a county road pavement assessment, approving plat requests for Point Lago subdivision and a Log Country Cove replat, and considering budget transfers for Sheriff’s and Jail overtime. The agenda also covers an amended cash handling policy, a library conference room policy, and a resolution of thanksgiving for the U.S. 250th anniversary.

• Service agreement with Motorola Solutions for Western Regions Phase 2 Microwave Replacement at $559,144.89 per year for 5 years
• Authorization to seek quotes for county road pavement condition assessment not to exceed $50,000
• Final plat approval for Point Lago, a 4-lot private subdivision on 52.79 acres in the 2000 block of CR 410
• Replat of lots 25 and 26 in Log Country Cove Unit One into a single lot 25A
• Budget transfers including $40,935 for Jail overtime and $21,200 for Sheriff's Office overtime and certificate pay

The Burnet County Commissioners Court unanimously approved a bid from CTWP for new copy machines, a five-year Motorola radio system upgrade costing up to $559,144.89 per year, and a $155,150 contract with Patillo, Brown & Hill for financial audit services. The court also approved a resolution for the U.S. 250th anniversary, a library conference room policy, an amended cash handling policy, a courthouse preservation resolution, a replat, a library position merger, a printer purchase, the treasurer's report, invoices without purchase orders, budget transfers, overtime pay, a road assessment, and various contracts and asset transfers. No action was taken on several items, including a final plat for Point Lago, a Title VI compliance plan, and a request for proposals for pavement surveys.

• Approved CTWP bid for new copy machines (lease or purchase) unanimously
• Authorized $559,144.89/year for 5 years for Motorola radio system microwave replacement
• Approved $155,150 contract with Patillo, Brown & Hill for financial audit services
• Adopted resolution of Thanksgiving for Community, History, and the 250th Anniversary of the USA
• Approved adding a Conference Room Policy to the Burnet County Library System's policies
• Approved amended Burnet County Cash Handling Policy
• Adopted Resolution for Burnet County Courthouse Preservation
• Approved replat of lots 25 and 26, Log Country Cove Unit One, into lot 25A

Regular Session

The Commissioners Court will discuss several high-cost infrastructure projects, including a jail fire panel upgrade and warning sirens. The body is also reviewing final plat approvals for two subdivisions and personnel changes for the Emergency Management Coordinator.

• Jail Fire Panel Upgrade proposal not to exceed $548,865
• Streamline Engineering, LLC contract for SB3 Warning Sirens not to exceed $367,165
• Boom Axe for Road & Bridge Precinct 1 proposal not to exceed $329,551.40
• Final plat approval for The Preserve of 1840 (40 lots on 150.26 acres) and Kingsland Commons Lot 15
• Wirtz Dam Project agreement amendment with Pinnacle Consulting Management Group, Inc. not to exceed $447,250

The Burnet County Commissioners Court approved a $548,865 jail fire panel upgrade, accepted the emergency management coordinator's resignation, and appointed an interim replacement. They also approved multiple contracts, including a $367,165 engineering services agreement for warning sirens and a $329,551.40 boom axe purchase. Several items were discussed but no action was taken, including cybersecurity software procurement and technology policy adoption.

• Approved $548,865 jail fire panel upgrade to Kosar-Contracts LLC (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of Emergency Management Coordinator Derek Marchio effective June 12 (5-0)
• Appointed Edward Hashbarger as Interim Emergency Management Coordinator effective June 13 (5-0)
• Approved $20,000+ laptop purchase for District Attorney's Office (3-2)
• Approved $367,165 contract with Streamline Engineering for SB3 Warning Sirens (5-0)
• Approved $329,551.40 boom axe purchase for Road & Bridge Precinct 1 (5-0)
• Approved $5,000 real property appraisal authorization (5-0)
• Approved amended Hotel Occupancy Tax Policy to quarterly calendar-year schedule (5-0)

Regular Session

The Burnet County Commissioners Court will hold a regular session with several action items, including an executive session to consult with an attorney regarding a proposed 765 kV electric transmission line, with possible follow-up action. Other key items include final plat approval for a 40-lot subdivision, a replat for commercial lots, adopting the revised FY 2026-2027 budget and tax calendar, and accepting a $20,000 library donation. The court also will consider hiring a second full-time JP clerk and approving bonds for the county auditor.

• Executive session on proposed 765 kV electric transmission line and potential action
• Final plat approval for The Preserve of 1840, a 40-lot subdivision on 150.26 acres off CR 336
• Replat of Reserve Tract A in Spicewood Trails for commercial use (two lots)
• Adopting the revised FY 2026-2027 Budget and Tax Calendar
• Accepting a $20,000 donation from Friends of the Library Herman Brown Library

The Burnet County Commissioners Court unanimously approved the revised FY 2026-2027 budget and tax calendar, along with several other routine items. The court also approved a $20,000 library donation, a second clerk for JP Precinct 1, a replat in Spicewood Trails, and authorized negotiations for engineering services for the SB3 Outdoor Warning Sirens project. No action was taken on several items, including the maintenance bond release and final plat for The Preserve of 1840.

• Approved revised FY 2026-2027 Budget and Tax Calendar (5-0)
• Approved $20,000 donation from Friends of the Herman Brown Library (5-0)
• Approved hiring second full-time clerk for JP Precinct 1 (5-0)
• Approved replat of Reserve Tract A, Spicewood Trails Subdivision (5-0)
• Authorized judge to negotiate with ranked engineering firms for SB3 Outdoor Warning Sirens project (5-0)
• Approved Treasurer's Monthly Report for April 2026 (5-0)
• Approved bonds for County Auditor Kelley Glaeser (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 in Child Safety Fund donations (5-0)

Regular Session

The Burnet County Commissioners Court will meet to discuss the FY 2027 Budget and Tax Calendar, approve final plats for several subdivisions, and consider contracts for a 230 kW generator and a Command Cloud subscription. The court will also address a request to name a private road 'Ark Way' and authorize payments for various invoices.

• Discuss FY 2027 Budget and Tax Calendar
• Approve naming private road 'Ark Way' (FM 1855)
• Approve 230 kW Diesel Generator System contract up to $325,000
• Approve Guardian RFID Command Cloud subscription up to $33,100.31
• Approve final plats for The Preserve of 1840, Thomas Ranch NW Phases 2, 4, and 5

The Burnet County Commissioners Court approved final plats for Thomas Ranch Northwest Phases 2, 4, and 5, adding 399 total lots, and approved a $122,150 bid for aerial fiber installation. A request to support Lonestar Faith, LLC as a new EMS provider failed on a 2-3 vote. Several other items were approved unanimously, including the FY 2027 Budget and Tax Calendar and a generator system for the Sheriff's Office.

• Approved FY 2027 Budget and Tax Calendar (5-0)
• Approved final plat for Thomas Ranch Northwest Phase 2, 203 lots (5-0)
• Approved final plat for Thomas Ranch Northwest Phase 4, 119 lots (5-0)
• Approved final plat for Thomas Ranch Northwest Phase 5, 77 lots (5-0)
• Approved $122,150 bid for aerial fiber installation (3-1, Collier abstained)
• Denied Government Letter of Approval for Lonestar Faith, LLC EMS provider (2-3)
• Approved up to $325,000 for Sheriff's Office generator system (5-0)
• Approved naming private road 'Ark Way' off FM 1855 (5-0)

Regular Session

The Commissioners Court will discuss a public boat dock project and a flood after-action review. The body is also reviewing the FY 2027 budget and tax calendar and considering several grant applications for mental health and indigent defense.

• Boat dock installation off FM 2341 on Lake Buchanan not to exceed $150,057.05
• Flood After Action Review and Report for July 5, 2026, not to exceed $25,000
• Acceptance of $70,308.46 from Texas Department of Health and Human Services for Tobacco Settlement
• Grant applications for JCMH ($280,500), TIDC appellate attorney ($188,137.79), and TIDC mental health attorney ($181,592.79)
• Replat of lots 167, 168, 169 and 2E-1R in Council Creek South, Unit No. 1

The Burnet County Commissioners Court approved a series of grant applications, contracts, and budget transfers, including grants for mental health and indigent defense, a boat dock installation, and a flood after-action review. They also proclaimed Correctional Officer Appreciation Week and John Racz Day, and approved a replat combining four lots into one. Several items were discussed without action, including a burn ban and the FY 2027 budget calendar.

• Approved proclamations for Correctional Officer Appreciation Week and John Racz Day (5-0)
• Approved grant applications for JCMH, TIDC, and MVCPA (5-0)
• Approved flood after-action review contract up to $25,000 (5-0)
• Approved replat of Council Creek South lots into lot 167A (5-0)
• Approved $150,057.05 boat dock installation bid (5-0)
• Approved supplemental pay for District Attorney and Public Defender employees (5-0)
• Approved second community service restitution program for road clean-up (5-0)
• Authorized county attorney to file answer and negotiate in Talley lawsuit (5-0)

Regular Session

The Burnet County Commissioners Court will select a method for ongoing legal representation, including hiring a part-time or full-time general counsel or continuing with a contract firm. The court will also consider a $8,484 settlement in national opiate litigation, approve up to $182,550 in engineering costs for conduit routing on Wirtz Dam Bridge, and discuss budget overruns in an IT infrastructure project. Other actions include establishing a $100,000 bond requirement for Emergency Service District treasurers and appointing an interim elections administrator.

• Settlement proposal in opiate litigation (MDL No. 2804) with $8,484 allocated to Burnet County
• Increase legal fees up to $20,000 for Law Office of Margaret Pemberton on the 765 kV Transmission Line
• Establish $100,000 bond requirement for each Emergency Service District Treasurer
• Approve engineering costs up to $182,550 for conduit routing on Wirtz Dam Bridge to accommodate PEC
• Transfer up to $95,000 from BCSO dispatcher lapsed salary to overtime and certificate pay

The Burnet County Commissioners Court approved several items, including selecting the County Attorney and current contract law firm for legal representation, denying a Letter of Approval for Lonestar Faith EMS, and approving various contracts and budget transfers. The court also approved engineering costs for the Wirtz Dam Bridge and a variance for a subdivision. All votes were unanimous except for the Technology Department supervision, which passed 4-1.

• Approved legal representation via County Attorney and current contract law firm (5-0)
• Denied Letter of Approval for Lonestar Faith EMS application (5-0)
• Approved $182,550 for Wirtz Dam Bridge engineering costs (5-0)
• Approved variance for Thomas Edwards to create 8-acre and 7-acre tracts (5-0)
• Approved $247,021.85 for CR 407 paving with Bennett Paving (5-0)
• Approved $144,444 for lift installation at 127 E. Jackson St. with M2 Federal (5-0)
• Approved Technology Department supervision under Commissioner Collier (4-1)
• Approved $20,000 legal fee increase for 765 kV Transmission Line (5-0)

Special Session

The Burnet County Commissioners Court will consider selecting a method of ongoing legal representation, including hiring a part-time or full-time general counsel, entering into engagement with the County Attorney, or continuing with the current contract law firm. They will also discuss potential intervention in a Public Utility Commission docket regarding Oncor's transmission line project, and consider a $75,000 contract for a Facilities Master Plan with Brinkley, Sargent, Wiginton Architects. Other items include ratifying the 391 Commission by-laws and amending the jail inmate phone services contract to reflect new FCC regulations.

• Discuss and decide on method of ongoing legal representation (part-time/full-time general counsel, county attorney, or current firm)
• Potential intervention in PUC Docket 59475 regarding Oncor's transmission line project
• Consider $75,000 contract with Brinkley, Sargent, Wiginton Architects for Facilities Master Plan
• Ratify 391 Commission by-laws
• Amend contract with Via Path for jail inmate phone services to comply with new FCC regulations

The Burnet County Commissioners Court voted unanimously to instruct legal counsel to intervene in Public Utility Commission of Texas Docket 59475 regarding Oncor's transmission line project. The court also approved several routine items, including proclamations, a jail phone contract amendment, a facility rental agreement, a facilities master plan contract, and payment of claims. No action was taken on ratifying the 391 Commission by-laws or on selecting a method of ongoing legal representation.

• Instructed counsel to intervene in PUC Docket 59475 (Oncor transmission line) (4-0)
• Adopted April 2026 Sexual Assault Awareness Month and April 7, 2026 Wear Teal Day (4-0)
• Approved amendment to Via Path jail phone contract for FCC regulations (4-0)
• Approved Facility Rental Agreement with City of Burnet for employee picnic (4-0)
• Approved Facilities Master Plan contract with BSW Architects up to $75,000 plus $10,000 travel (4-0)
• Approved payment of claims per expense register (4-0)
• Took no action on ratifying 391 Commission by-laws
• Took no action on selecting method of ongoing legal representation

Regular Session

The Commissioners Court will discuss several land replats and the preliminary plat for the 38-lot Caliza Subdivision. The body is also considering rescinding a bid award for a jail fire panel upgrade and adopting a new volunteer and unpaid intern policy.

• Preliminary plat approval for Caliza Subdivision (38 lots on 61.79 acres near FM 243 and CR 274)
• Potential rescission of Jail Fire Panel Upgrade bid award to TactixFire-Contracts, LLC
• Interlocal Agreement with City of Cottonwood Shores not to exceed $15,000
• Peace Officer Training Reimbursement Agreement for Cadet Clinton D. Milam up to $30,419.96
• Social media management contract with Let's Get Social not to exceed $9,000

The Burnet County Commissioners Court approved the preliminary plat for Caliza Subdivision, a 38-lot private subdivision on 61.79 acres near FM 243 and CR 274. The court also approved a replat dividing one lot into two at Wolf Creek Ranch, accepted the annual financial audit, and adopted a Volunteer and Unpaid Intern Policy. Several other items were approved, including a jail fire panel bid rescission and various contracts and agreements.

• Approved preliminary plat for Caliza Subdivision, 38 lots on 61.79 acres (5-0)
• Approved replat of Lot MCE 2, Wolf Creek Ranch, into Lots MCE 2-A and 2-B (5-0)
• Accepted Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and Single Audit Opinion (5-0)
• Adopted Volunteer and Unpaid Intern Policy and Application (5-0)
• Approved use of county equipment/labor for Marble Falls Rodeo Association arena prep (4-0)
• Approved rescinding Jail Fire Panel Upgrade bid award and re-bidding (4-0)
• Approved contracts c-h including Cottonwood Shores interlocal, Comal County jail services, and $30,419.96 cadet reimbursement (4-0)
• Approved $1,250 GraniteFest sponsorship from Hotel Occupancy Tax Fund (4-0)

Regular Session

The Commissioners Court will discuss a proposed electric transmission line and a regional planning commission in executive session. The body is also selecting an architect for a facilities master plan and reviewing several land replats and subdivision plats.

• Architect services for Burnet County Facilities Master Plan, not to exceed $75,000
• Joppa Bridge clean-up project proposal, not to exceed $15,100
• Final plat for Headwaters at the San Gabriel, Phase 2 (26 lots on 28.56 acres)
• Authorization for CR 407 Paving Project bids
• Proposed burn ban for unincorporated areas of Burnet County

The Burnet County Commissioners Court unanimously approved several items, including authorizing the County Judge to negotiate with BSW for architect services for the Facilities Master Plan, approving multiple subdivision plats and replats, and approving various contracts and budget items. No action was taken on reclassifying DA investigator positions, a replat for Council Creek South, a burn ban, or items discussed in executive session.

• Authorized County Judge to negotiate with BSW for architect services (5-0)
• Approved replat of Kings Cove Estates lots 9/10 to lot 10A (5-0)
• Approved final plat of Headwaters at San Gabriel Phase 2, 26 lots (5-0)
• Approved replat of Clearwater Landing lots to cure encroachments (5-0)
• Approved replat of Colina Cove lots 13/14 to lot 13A (5-0)
• Approved county equipment/labor for Rodeo Association arena prep (5-0)
• Approved Maynord Construction for Joppa Bridge cleanup at $13,985 (5-0)
• Approved contracts including Reliable Tire, Shellback, Virtru, WOW, Darktrace, Vested (5-0)

Regular Session

The Burnet County Commissioners Court will consider responses to the Bell County East to Big Hill 765kV Transmission Project, including forming a 391 Commission with the City of Burnet, and vote on a burn ban for unincorporated areas. The court will also select a vendor for transportation planning and CIP development (up to $150,000), appoint members to ESD boards, and approve an ADA-compliant web hosting contract (up to $36,642). Other items include subdivision replats, variance requests, and routine financial approvals.

• Interview and selection of best qualified vendor for RFQ 26-4090-02 for transportation planning and CIP development (not to exceed $150,000)
• Executive session and open action on forming a 391 Commission with the City of Burnet to address the Bell County East to Big Hill 765kV Transmission Line Project
• Discuss, consider, and take action on a burn ban for unincorporated areas of Burnet County
• Two variance requests from subdivision regulations: Sarah Koen (2-acre tract on CR 200A) and Jeffery Alan Bow, Sr. (6.5-acre tract at FM 1174 and CR 321)
• Select web host vendor for ADA compliance (not to exceed $36,642) and authorize bid for aerial fiber connection for county data center

The Burnet County Commissioners Court unanimously approved American Structurepoint for RFQ 26-4090-02 for transportation planning and Capital Improvement Plan and Program (CIPP) Development, with a contract amount not to exceed $150,000. The court also approved a variance for Sarah Koen, a replat for Enclave at the Legends, and a variance for Jeffery Alan Bow, Sr. Additionally, the court authorized the creation of a 391 Commission with the City of Burnet and appointed Commissioner Damon Beierle and Justice of the Peace Frank Riley as representatives. No action was taken on the burn ban or modifying regularly scheduled meetings.

• Approved American Structurepoint for RFQ 26-4090-02 transportation planning and CIPP development (5-0)
• Approved variance for Sarah Koen for 2-acre tract on CR 200A (5-0)
• Approved replat of lot 8032-C into lots 8032-D and 8033-C at Enclave at the Legends (5-0)
• Approved variance for Jeffery Alan Bow, Sr. for 6.5-acre tract at FM 1174 and CR 321 (5-0)
• Authorized creation of 391 Commission with City of Burnet (5-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Damon Beierle and JP Frank Riley to 391 Commission (5-0)
• Approved CivicPlus web host quote of $36,642.67 for ADA compliance (5-0)
• Approved sponsorship of Bertram Art, Herb, and Wine Festival up to $1,500 (4-0, Beierle abstained)

Special Session

The Burnet County Commissioners Court will meet for a special session to discuss and take action on a permit application. The request concerns a mass gathering event scheduled for February 28, 2026.

• Mass Gathering Permit for a Spartan Race at Reveille Peak Ranch on February 28, 2026

The Burnet County Commissioners Court met in special session and approved a Mass Gathering Permit for a Spartan Race to be held at Reveille Peak Ranch on February 28, 2026. The meeting included no public comments and adjourned unanimously.

• Approved Mass Gathering Permit for Spartan Race at Reveille Peak Ranch (unanimous)

Regular Session

The Commissioners Court will discuss the Bell County East to Big Hill 765kV Transmission Project and potential funding for three major road upgrades. The body is also deciding between three restoration options for the Historical Courthouse based on an estimated construction cost of $8,971,544.

• Courthouse restoration options with county shares ranging from $446,236 to $913,366
• Transportation planning and CIPP Development contract not to exceed $150,000
• Purchase of one vehicle for Road & Bridge Precinct 4 not to exceed $62,629.45
• General Counsel law firm contract not to exceed $20,000
• Final plat for Headwaters at the San Gabriel, Phase 2 (26 lots on 28.56 acres)

The Burnet County Commissioners Court approved a rehabilitation plan for the Historical Courthouse, selecting Option 1 which keeps the 1974 addition, with a county share of $496,236 for the planning grant application to the Texas Historical Commission. The court also approved a burn ban, directed the County Judge to identify entities for a 391 Commission regarding the 765kV transmission project, and approved numerous contracts, sponsorships, and routine financial reports. A variance request for a subdivision was tabled to the next meeting.

• Approved courthouse rehabilitation Option 1 for THC planning grant, $496,236 county share (5-0)
• Approved burn ban for unincorporated areas effective Feb 10, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. (5-0)
• Directed County Judge to identify entities for 391 Commission on 765kV transmission project (5-0)
• Approved law firm contract for general counsel, not to exceed $20,000 (5-0)
• Approved appointments to Hospital Authority Board for two-year term (5-0)
• Approved TxDOT letter of support for SH 29, SH 71, US 281 projects (5-0)
• Tabled Sarah Koen subdivision variance request to next meeting (5-0)
• Approved Road & Bridge Precinct 4 vehicle purchase for $51,892.60 (5-0)

Workshop

The Commissioners Court will hold a workshop to discuss the Bell County East - Big Hill 765 kV Transmission Line. The session will cover community alliance actions, potential legal representation, and legislative impact. No formal action will be taken during this meeting.

• Discussion of Bell County East - Big Hill 765 kV Transmission Line
• Review of community alliance accomplishments and formal structures
• Discussion of law firms for community-funded representation

Regular Session

The Burnet County Commissioners Court will meet to discuss selecting a contract attorney, consider a burn ban, and approve various contracts and grants. The agenda includes upgrades to the jail fire alarm and skylight systems, a library alcove project, and several budget transfers.

• Contract for jail fire alarm system upgrade not to exceed $325,000
• Contract for jail skylight and roof replacement not to exceed $219,000
• Library alcove project not to exceed $53,222.75
• Authorization to go out to bid for a boat dock installation
• Acceptance of donation deed for CR 409A roadway realignment

The Burnet County Commissioners Court approved a contract for fiber optic cabling and connectivity for the 127 E. Jackson building project to house the Information Technology Department, with funds not to exceed $1,000,000. The vote was 4-1, with Judge Bryan Wilson voting nay. The court also approved a related line item transfer of budgeted funds, not to exceed $1,000,000, for the same project, also 4-1. Other actions included lifting the burn ban, accepting donations, approving appointments, and approving various contracts and grants.

• Approved fiber optic cabling and connectivity contract for 127 E. Jackson building, not to exceed $1,000,000 (4-1)
• Approved line item transfer of budgeted funds for fiber optic project, not to exceed $1,000,000 (4-1)
• Rescinded burn ban for unincorporated areas effective 11:00 a.m. Jan 27, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved resignation of Lurenda Henry from ESD Board No. 11 (5-0)
• Appointed Van Neal Veenstra and Scott Wagner to ESD Board No. 11 (5-0)
• Accepted donation deed for CR 409A realignment and renaming (5-0)
• Accepted $10,000 donation from Estate of Carol M. Parker for Vetrides (5-0)
• Approved bid for Burnet County Jail Fire Alarm System Upgrade, not to exceed $325,000 (5-0)

Workshop

The Burnet County Commissioners Court will hold a workshop to discuss the proposed Bell County East - Big Hill 765 kV Transmission Line. Topics include county authority, health and safety, water code, environmental development, emergency management, and heritage. The court will also consider intervention with the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the role of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discuss and consider Bell County East - Big Hill 765 kV Transmission Line
• County authority under Health and Safety, Water Code, Environmental Development, Emergency Management, and Heritage
• Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) intervention
• Role of Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)
• Potential action items for county and citizens

Regular Session

The Commissioners Court will discuss a significant budget amendment for the Information Technology Department and a resolution opposing certain groundwater production permits. The body will also consider several board appointments for Emergency Services Districts and a preliminary plat for a new subdivision.

• Budget amendment not to exceed $991,168 for the Information Technology Department
• Preliminary plat approval for Firefly Shores, a 20-lot subdivision on 11.249 acres in the 200 block of FM 2342
• Resolution opposing groundwater production permits affecting Burnet County water supply
• Acceptance of a $20,000 donation from Lavona Fry for the Herman Brown Free Library
• Purchase of desktop computer equipment for Constable Precinct 1 not to exceed $1,713.16

The Burnet County Commissioners Court unanimously approved a resolution formally opposing groundwater production permits that could adversely affect the county's water supply and aquifer sustainability. The court also made numerous appointments to Emergency Services District boards, approved a preliminary plat for a 20-lot subdivision, and accepted a $20,000 library donation. Several items were discussed without action, including a burn ban and a proposed budget amendment for IT.

• Approved resolution opposing harmful groundwater production permits (5-0)
• Approved appointments/resignations to ESD Boards 1, 3, 7, 9 (5-0)
• Appointed James Shamard, Ned Ewart, Barker Keith II to ESD 10 board (5-0)
• Appointed Garry Harrell and Opal Campbell to ESD 10 board (5-0)
• Appointed Kenny Schnell, Eugene H. Broadway, Kenneth (Pete) Fuselier to ESD 11 board (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Firefly Shores, 20 lots on 11.249 acres (5-0)
• Accepted $20,000 donation to Herman Brown Free Library (5-0)
• Tabled cybersecurity grant applications to Jan 27, 2026 (5-0)

Special Session

The Burnet County Commissioners Court will meet on January 9, 2026, to discuss and consider action regarding a burn ban for the unincorporated areas of the county.

• Discussion on burn ban for unincorporated areas
• Public Comments (3 minutes per person)
• Executive Session authorized under Texas Government Code

The Burnet County Commissioners Court held a special session on January 9, 2026, and unanimously approved a burn ban for unincorporated areas, effective at 9:00 am that day. The decision followed a report from Emergency Management Coordinator Derek Marchio. No other substantive actions were taken; the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved burn ban for unincorporated areas, effective 9:00 am Jan 9, 2026 (5-0)