Calhoun County public meetings in 2023

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will review several contract approvals for mosquito control, road materials, and asphalt. The agenda also includes board appointments and a land purchase from Thomas Toney.

• Purchase of .17 acres from Thomas Toney
• Reappointment of Jody Wiltsey to the Calhoun County Parks Board
• Reappointment of Allan Berger to the Calhoun County Parks Board
• Contracts for Insecticides for Mosquito Control (Bid 2024.01)
• Contracts for Road Materials (Bid 2024.02)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will discuss several administrative contracts, budget adjustments, and infrastructure updates. The body is deciding on funding for the Green Lake Park Development and the vacation of a small land parcel in Alamo Beach.

• Public hearing to vacate and abandon 0.05 acre in Mallory’s First Addition to Alamo Beach
• Authorization to apply for GLO CEPRA funds for the Army Corps of Engineers CAP 206 project
• Budget increase of $23,250 for Green Lake Park Development Phase 1 engineering services
• Proposed $5,000 credit card limits for four precinct office managers
• Installation of a stop sign at 4th Street and Main Streets in Port O'Connor

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will discuss administrative policies for 2024, including maximum salaries and leave policies. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure payments, equipment purchases, and land platting in Port O'Connor.

• Payment of $219,353.00 to Rain King, Inc. for Agricultural Building roof recovers
• Payment of $37,935.10 to Port Enterprises, Ltd. for Courthouse Annex II and Seadrift Library roof recovers
• Public hearing and action to vacate Lot R12 in Block 1 of the Espiritu Santo Bay Resort in Port O'Connor
• Lease-purchase agreement with Welch State Bank for a Volvo ERW 130 Wheeled Excavator
• Bids for 2024 insecticides for mosquito control, road materials, and asphalts/oils/emulsions

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will meet to discuss county contracts, budget adjustments, and equipment disposal. A separate workshop includes a public hearing regarding the vacation and abandonment of several unconstructed public road tracts and property exchanges in Bayside Beach Unit 2.

• Public hearing to vacate and abandon four road tracts (totaling 0.634 acres) in Bayside Beach Unit 2
• Negotiated Customer Service Agreement with Republic Services for Waste Management
• Agreement with Lauger Companies, Inc. for Port O’Connor Community Center Pavilion improvements
• Lease agreement with Great American Financial Services for a Toshiba e-STUDIO7518A copier
• Declaration of a 2011 GMC pickup from Precinct 1 R & B as Surplus/Salvage

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will discuss infrastructure projects, including the Memorial Medical Center roof and HVAC. The body is also deciding on equipment acquisitions for road and bridge precincts and a loan for Boggy Bayou Nature Park.

• Updated estimates from G & W Engineers, Inc. for Memorial Medical Center Roof and HVAC project
• Lease-purchase agreement with Welch State Bank for a 2020 John Deere 672 Motor Grader
• Loan of $36,000 from the General Fund to the Boggy Bayou Nature Park capital fund
• Agreement with Lauger Companies, Inc. for Port O'Connor Community Center Pavilion improvements
• Certificate of Construction Completion for Drainage Improvements in Alamo Beach (GLO Contract No. 201-065-064-C182)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will decide on a contract for bridge replacements and a request to vacate multiple tracts in the American Townsite Subdivision. The body will also consider funding for nature park improvements and various county service agreements.

• Contract with Constar Construction for Brighton Road wooden bridges replacement
• Public hearing and action to vacate 12 tracts in the American Townsite Subdivision
• Funding of $24,000 local match for Boggy Bayou Nature Park Improvements (GLO Contract No. 24-089-000-E345)
• Acceptance of $52,908.00 in insurance proceeds for OSG equipment and towing costs
• FY 24 Field Agreement with Texas Agrilife Extension Service for Wildlife Damage Management

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will consider appointing Candice A. Villarreal as County Auditor. The body will also review interlocal agreements and approve bid packets for annual supply contracts.

• Appointment of Candice A. Villarreal as County Auditor
• General Interlocal Agreement between Calhoun County and West Side Calhoun County Navigation District
• Bid packets for 2024 annual supply contracts for insecticides, road materials, and asphalts, oils and emulsions
• Acceptance of a $1,930.25 check from Janik Alligators LLC for the 2023 Green Lake Project
• Survey plat for 0.55-acre of Bayside Beach Subdivision

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will consider several land plat approvals and equipment rentals. The body is also reviewing service agreements for water wells in Port O'Connor and a cabling contract for the county dispatch facility.

• Petition to vacate 1.145 acres of Block A in the Townsite of Olivia
• Electric Service Agreements for Port O'Connor Improvement District Well #5 (SH 185 and Trevor Street) and Well #6 (Trevor Street)
• Contract with Infiniti Communications Technologies, Inc. for Dispatch Facility Structured Cabling
• Fuel contract extension with New Distributing Company, Inc. for 2024
• Acceptance of a $75.00 anonymous donation to the Sheriff's Office

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will consider awarding a bid for the Brighton Road Bridge Replacement Project and appointing a new County Auditor. The body will also review agricultural lease renewals and a petition to abandon a channel easement in Sunilandings Phase 1.

• Award bid for the Brighton Road Bridge Replacement Project
• Appointment of Candice Villarreal as Calhoun County Auditor
• Public hearing to abandon and close 0.264 acres in Sunilandings Phase 1
• Three-year agricultural lease renewals for Event Center property (194 acres) and Langdon Tract (60 acres)
• Acceptance of insurance proceeds: $8,170.72 for airport generator and $5,440.47 for Sheriff Department vehicle

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will consider applications for GLO mitigation program drainage projects and a loan for park improvements. The body will also review rental agreements for road equipment and the sale of surplus vehicles.

• Drainage improvement applications for Crestview, Hackberry, Port Alto, Seakist Lane, Schicke Point, and Westside subdivisions
• Loan of $72,000.00 from General Fund to Olivia Haterius Park Improvements capital project fund
• Rental Agreement with Anderson Equipment for a 2022 Superior SB DT74J Road Sweeper
• Final Plat approval of Matagorda Bayview Subdivision, Section 2 in Port O'Connor
• Auction of six Sheriff's Office vehicles including Chevy Tahoes and Dodge Rams

Special Meeting

The Calhoun County Commissioners' Court will hold a special workshop to discuss the Brighton Road Wood Bridges replacement project, with possible action. The meeting is scheduled for October 11, 2023, at 1:30 p.m. in the County Courthouse in Port Lavaca.

• Discussion and possible action on Brighton Road Wood Bridges replacement project

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will discuss several infrastructure projects, including the Combined Dispatch Facility and Memorial Medical Center. The body is also deciding on a tobacco ban in county facilities and the approval of the Puesta De Sol Subdivision final plat.

• Purchase of two swing sets for Chocolate Bayou Boat Ramp and Miller’s Point Pavilion for $3,900.00 each
• Approval of the final plat for Puesta De Sol Subdivision
• Installation of a stop sign at 7th Street and Jackson Street in Port O'Connor
• Awarding the bid for Calhoun County Combined Dispatch Facility Structured Cabling, Bid No. 2023.08
• Proposal to prohibit tobacco and vapor delivery devices inside all Calhoun County facilities

Executive Session

The Commissioners' Court will meet to conduct an executive session. The session is scheduled for consultation with their attorney under Section §551-071 of the Open Meetings Act.

• Consultation with attorney (Section §551-071)

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will consider several land plat approvals and road closures. The body is also reviewing professional service agreements for engineering and technology and the nomination of appraisal district board members.

• G&W Engineers proposal for professional engineering services for a Recycle Transfer Station
• Up to $20,000 in GOMESA funds to repair the Magnolia Beach Bird Walk
• Professional Services Agreement with Tyler Technologies
• Medicare GADCS Service Agreement with Revenue Optimization Solutions, LLC
• Nomination of candidates for the Board of Directors of the Calhoun County Appraisal District

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will decide on requests for alcohol sales at the county fair and local events. The body will hold public hearings regarding the vacation of specific lots and roads. Additionally, the court will review contracts for grant management and professional services.

• Request for alcohol sales at the 2023 Calhoun County Fair (October 17–21)
• Public hearings and action on petitions to vacate lots in Alamo Beach Townsite and American Townsite Company Subdivision
• Proposal from Smart Grants for Olivia Haterius Park infrastructure application for $500
• Project Management Services for Olivia Haterius CMP project at $500 per calendar quarter
• Professional Services Agreement with Tyler Technologies

Public Hearing

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will hold a public hearing to consider a petition to vacate specific lots and a portion of an abandoned alley. The request involves the Alamo Beach Townsite and a 0.26 acre portion of Public Road for CMP Development.

• Petition to vacate Lots 1, 2, west ½ of Lot 3, and lots 12, 13, 14, 15, and 16, Block 3 of Alamo Beach Townsite
• Petition to vacate a portion of an abandoned alley in Alamo Beach Townsite
• Petition to vacate a 0.26 acre portion of Public Road described in Order Declaring Closure of Public Road to CMP Development

Public Hearing

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will hold a public hearing to consider a petition to vacate Tract 1514 of the American Townsite Company Subdivision. This action is conducted in accordance with the Texas Local Government code.

• Petition to Vacate Tract 1514 of the American Townsite Company Subdivision

Special Meeting

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will hold a special workshop to discuss the Fast Mile Device and Wifi placement with VCS.

• Discussion with VCS regarding Fast Mile Device and Wifi placement

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will hold public hearings and consider adopting the 2024 budget and the 2023 tax rate. The agenda also includes a report on the Public Power Pool, a road vacation request, and several contracts and donations. Most items are routine approvals, but the budget and tax rate are the most consequential decisions.

• Public hearing and adoption of 2024 budget
• Public hearing and adoption of 2023 tax rate
• Road vacation request for 0.09-acre portion of Third Street in Olivia Town site
• Change Order No. 1 for Combined Dispatch Facility Project
• Donations to Sheriff's Office: $75 anonymous and $1,976 from Law Enforcement Partners

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved the 2024 county budget and the 2023 tax rates, which reflect a total tax rate decrease of 2.547%. The court also approved several service contracts, equipment rentals, and a new policy regarding the reimbursement of vacated public roads.

• Adopted 2024 Budget with total county debt obligation of $495,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Tax Rates with a total rate of .5601, a decrease of 2.547% (Unanimous)
• Approved policy requiring property owners to reimburse market value for vacated public roads effective Jan 1, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Combined Dispatch Facility Project (Unanimous)
• Approved aerobic septic system service contract for Precinct 2 with Silverback Septic Solutions (Unanimous)
• Approved rental agreement with United Rentals for a Case 580N backhoe (Unanimous)
• Approved vacation and abandonment of 0.09-acre roadway portion in Olivia Town site (Unanimous)
• Approved $500 proposals for Smartt Grants for Boggy Nature Park and Swan Point County Parks (Unanimous)

Public Hearing

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will hold a public hearing regarding a request to vacate and abandon a portion of an unconstructed roadway. The request concerns 0.09 of an acre in the Olivia Town site.

• Request to vacate 0.09 acres of undeveloped Third Street in the Olivia Town site
• Property owners identified as James and Teresa Long

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will meet to discuss infrastructure improvements and contract amendments. Key items include final payments for Alamo Beach drainage and sewer work and additional consulting services for Port Alto.

• Final payment of $103,359.56 to Lester Contracting, Inc. for Alamo Beach Drainage and Sewer Improvements
• Contract amendment of $24,000.00 for Santac Consulting Services regarding Port Alto Shoreline Permit Amendment #1
• Amendment No. 2 to GLO Contract No. 20-065-064-C182 for Alamo Beach drainage and sewer improvements
• Resolution honoring Gary Weaver
• Approval of permanent signage for the new combined dispatch building

The Commissioners Court approved several infrastructure payments and contract amendments, including a final payment to Lester Contracting, Inc. and a $24,000 amendment for Port Alto shoreline services. The court also authorized budget adjustments and equipment transfers between county departments.

• Approved $103,359.56 final payment to Lester Contracting, Inc. for Alamo Beach drainage and sewer improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved $24,000 contract amendment for Santac Consulting Services for Port Alto Shoreline Permit Amendment #1 (Unanimous)
• Authorized County Judge to sign Amendment No. 2 to GLO Contract No. 20-065-064-C182 for Alamo Beach improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved $35,000 budget adjustment for a 2015 Toyota Tundra transfer from Road & Bridge Precinct 2 to Extension Services (Unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Independent Audit Report by Armstrong, Vaughan and Associates, P.C. (Unanimous)
• Authorized Port O’Connor Service Club to seek donations for building expansion (Unanimous)
• Authorized EMS Director to apply for M. G. and Lillie A. Johnson Foundation funding for First Responder Training Facility (Unanimous)
• Approved transfer of a 2005 Ford F150 from Extension office to Sheriff's Department (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing to amend the 2023 budget and propose a new tax rate for 2023. The body will also determine the schedule for future public hearings regarding the 2023 tax rate and the 2024 budget.

• Public hearing and action to amend the 2023 Calhoun County budget
• Proposal of a new tax rate for 2023
• Final payment of $103,359.56 to Lester Contracting, Inc. for Alamo Beach drainage and sewer improvements
• Approval of bid package for North and South Timber Bridges replacement on Brighton Road
• Authorization of a committee to oversee hospital roof and HVAC improvement projects

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved a proposed 2023 tax rate and scheduled public hearings for the tax rate and 2024 budget for September 6, 2023. The court also approved amendments to the 2023 budget and salary order, and authorized a bid package for bridge replacements on Brighton Road.

• Proposed 2023 tax rate approved (Unanimous)
• Public hearing for 2023 tax rate set for Sept 6, 2023, at 10:00am (Unanimous)
• Public hearing for 2024 budget set for Sept 6, 2023, at 10:00am (Unanimous)
• Amendments to 2023 budget approved (Unanimous)
• Amendments to 2023 Salary Order approved (Unanimous)
• Bid package for North and South Timber Bridges on Brighton Road approved (Unanimous)
• Appointment of committee for hospital roof and HVAC projects approved (Unanimous)
• Veteran Services equipment declared as Surplus/Salvage (Unanimous)

Special Meeting

The Commissioners' Court is meeting for a groundbreaking ceremony at the new Combined Dispatch Facility. The agenda states that no official County business will be conducted during this meeting.

• Ground Breaking Ceremony for the Combined Dispatch Facility

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on land vacations and consider approvals for replats. The body is also reviewing a memorandum of understanding for erosion control and contracts for a combined dispatch facility.

• MOU with Calhoun Port Authority for erosion control projects and fill on submerged lands
• Contract amendment with G&W Engineers, Inc. for the Combined Dispatch Facility
• Public hearing to vacate lots in Alamo Beach Townsite and a 0.26-acre public road portion
• Public hearing to vacate a 0.264-acre tract in Sunilandings Phase 1 Subdivision
• Bid packet for Combined Dispatch Facility Structured Date Cabling (Bid Number 2023.08)

The Commissioners Court approved several infrastructure items, including a memorandum for erosion control and a contract amendment for the Combined Dispatch Facility. The court also authorized the notice for the November 7, 2023 Special Election and approved two preliminary plats.

• Approved MOU with Calhoun Port Authority for erosion control projects (Unanimous)
• Approved contract amendment for G&W Engineers, Inc. regarding Combined Dispatch Facility (Unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of the Replat of Lots 12 and 13, Espiritu Santo Bay Resort (Unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of the Replat of Lot 1514, American Townsite Company Subdivision (Unanimous)
• Authorized County Judge to sign Order and Notice for Nov 7, 2023 Special Election (Unanimous)
• Approved bid packet for Combined Dispatch Facility Structured Date Cabling (Unanimous)
• Approved removal of 2009 Ford 4D from Sheriff’s Office fleet for auction (Unanimous)
• Approved declaring Memorial Medical Center equipment as waste (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will meet to discuss public matters, approve a preliminary plat for Alamo Beach Townsite, and consider petitions to vacate lots in Espiritu Santo Bay Resort. The court will also review various county office reports and potential budget adjustments.

• Approval of Preliminary Plat of Alamo Beach Townsite Block 3, Resubdivision No. 1
• Public hearing and action on petition to vacate Lots 12 and 13 in Espiritu Santo Bay Resort
• Final payment to Shirley & Sons for Hog Bayou Boat Ramp Bulkhead Improvements
• Contract approval between District Attorney's office and Crystal Lara
• Acceptance of a $100.00 donation to Calhoun County EMS

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved the Preliminary Plat for Alamo Beach Townsite and a petition to vacate lots at Espiritu Santo Bay Resort. The court also authorized final payment for the Hog Bayou Boat Ramp Bulkhead Improvements and approved a contract for criminal trial material review.

• Approved Preliminary Plat of Alamo Beach Townsite Block 3, Resubdivision No. 1 (Unanimous)
• Approved Petition to Vacate Lots 12 and 13 in Block 1 of the Espiritu Santo Bay Resort (Unanimous)
• Authorized final payment to Shirley & Sons for Hog Bayou Boat Ramp Bulkhead Improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved contract with Crystal Lara for review of criminal trial materials (Unanimous)
• Accepted $100.00 donation to Calhoun County EMS (Unanimous)
• Approved July 26, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Accepted July 2023 monthly reports from eight county offices (Unanimous)
• Approved budget adjustments, bills, and payroll (Unanimous)

Public Hearing

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will hold a public hearing regarding a petition to vacate Lots 12 and 13 in Block 1 of the Espiritu Santo Bay Resort. The meeting is scheduled for August 9, 2023.

• Public hearing for Petition to Vacate Lots 12 and 13 in Block 1 of the Espiritu Santo Bay Resort

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court has scheduled special workshops from August 7 to August 9, 2023. The purpose of these meetings is to consider and take necessary action on the 2024 Calhoun County budget.

• Consideration of the 2024 Calhoun County budget

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will meet to take action on several infrastructure and administrative items. Key discussions include a construction contract for the Combined Dispatch Facility and authorizing excavation work on Marshall Johnson Avenue South.

• Contract with BLS Construction, Inc. for the Calhoun County Combined Dispatch Facility
• Rental agreement with Anderson Machinery for an 84’ pad foot roller
• Excavation of crossings on Marshall Johnson Avenue South by B & A Ag & Land Services
• Variance from subdivision regulations for Lot 22, Block 1, Espiritu Santo Bay Resort
• Authorization for Friends of the Port O'Connor Library to add on to the current library building

The Commissioners Court approved a construction contract for the Combined Dispatch Facility and authorized several library expansions. The court also approved various equipment rentals, utility excavations, and a subdivision variance.

• Approved contract with BLS Construction, Inc. for Combined Dispatch Facility (Unanimous)
• Approved Texas Department of Motor Vehicles optional county fees for CY 2024 (Unanimous)
• Appointed Gary Reese, David Hall, and Joel Behrens to Golden Crescent Regional Planning Committee (Unanimous)
• Approved rental agreement with Anderson Machinery for 84' pad foot roller (Unanimous)
• Authorized B & A Ag & Land Services to excavate crossings on Marshall Johnson Avenue South (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved subdivision regulation variance for Lot 22, Block 1, Espiritu Santo Bay Resort (Unanimous)
• Authorized Friends of the Port O'Connor Library to add on to building and raise funds (Unanimous)
• Approved contract revisions with AmTech for Agriculture Building roof repairs (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court has scheduled a series of workshops to consider and take action on the 2024 Calhoun County budget. These sessions are scheduled for July 27, July 28, and July 31, 2023.

• Consideration of the 2024 Calhoun County budget

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will consider several items including a potential order prohibiting outdoor burning and updates to juror compensation. The court will also review budget adjustments, infrastructure plans, and various county reports.

• Proposed order prohibiting outdoor burning
• $9,000.00 increase for Brighton Road Bridge Replacement environmental fees
• Approval of Infrastructure Development Plan for Marquis Laydown Yard
• $2,985.00 authorization for Boggy Bayou Nature Park signage
• Increase in petit and grand jury juror pay effective September 1, 2023

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved a 90-day ban on outdoor burning. The court also approved several infrastructure projects, updated juror pay, and authorized various county contracts.

• Approved 90-day order prohibiting outdoor burning (Unanimous)
• Approved $9,000 increase for Brighton Road Bridge Replacement environmental budget (Unanimous)
• Approved Infrastructure Development Plan for Marquis Laydown Yard (Unanimous)
• Approved renewal of General Land Office Coastal Lease CL20000005 (Unanimous)
• Approved General Interlocal Agreement with City of Seadrift (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,985 for Boggy Bayou Nature Park signage (Unanimous)
• Approved juror pay increase to $20 for first day and $60 for additional days (Unanimous)
• Approved maintenance contract with Hurt’s Wastewater for Seadrift EMS Station (Unanimous)

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The Commissioners Court will consider several items including an order prohibiting outdoor burning and a rental agreement for heavy machinery. The court will also review the Infrastructure Development Plan for the Marquis Laydown Yard and a contract extension with Texas A&M AgriLife.

• Use of $154,080 in GOMESA funds to replace Magnolia Beach restrooms and add an outdoor shower
• Approval of an Order Prohibiting Outdoor Burning
• Extension of feasibility contract with Texas A&M AgriLife to October 31, 2023
• Rental agreement with Anderson Machine Company for a Bomag BW 151AD-5 double drum roller
• Approval of Infrastructure Development Plan for the Marquis Laydown Yard

The Commissioners Court issued a 90-day outdoor burn ban for unincorporated areas. The court also approved funding for new restrooms at Magnolia Beach and extended a contract with Texas A&M AgriLife.

• Approved Order Prohibiting Outdoor Burning for 90 days
• Approved $154,080 in GOMESA funds for Magnolia Beach restrooms and outdoor shower (Unanimous)
• Approved extension of Texas A&M AgriLife feasibility contract to October 31, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved Infrastructure Development Plan for Marquis Laydown Yard
• Approved rental agreement with Anderson Machine Company for a double drum roller (Unanimous)
• Approved Letter of Transfer from Texas Historical Commission for Green Lake Enhancements Project (Unanimous)
• Approved transfer of 2018 Dodge Ram 1500 to Texas AgriLife Extension Service (Unanimous)
• Approved budget adjustments, bills, and payroll (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will consider an order prohibiting outdoor burning and a lease agreement for King Fisher Beach. The court will also review monthly reports from various county offices and consider budget adjustments.

• Order Prohibiting Outdoor Burning
• Addendum to Cintas agreement number 021038884
• Lease Agreement for 0.761 acres at King Fisher Beach in Port O'Connor
• Monthly reports from County Clerk, Floodplain Administration, Justices of the Peace, and Sheriff
• Budget adjustments, bills, and payroll

The Commissioners Court issued a burn ban for unincorporated areas of the county to address public safety hazards. The court also approved a lease for public beach expansion and a contract addendum for Cintas.

• Approved Order Prohibiting Outdoor Burning in unincorporated areas for 90 days
• Approved Addendum to Cintas agreement number 021038884 (Unanimous)
• Approved lease of 0.761 acres at King Fisher Beach from Stofer Limited Partnership-McNeel Trusts for $180.00 (Unanimous)
• Accepted June 2023 monthly reports from County Clerk, Floodplain Administration, and JPs Precincts 1, 2, 4, and 5, and corrected May/June 2023 Sheriff reports (Unanimous)
• Approved budget adjustments (Unanimous)
• Approved bills and payroll (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners' Court is holding a special workshop to review planning information regarding the county's Hazard Mitigation Plan. The meeting includes an opportunity for public input on the plan.

• Review of Calhoun County's Hazard Mitigation Plan planning information
• Public input session regarding the mitigation plan

The Court authorized grant application work for the Magnolia Beach Fire Station and two drainage projects. It also approved several land plats, road material contracts, and a final payment for the Magnolia Beach Miller’s Point Pavilion.

• Approved grant application work for Magnolia Beach Fire Station, West Side Subdivision Drainage, and Crestview Drainage (Unanimous)
• Approved $109,086.50 final payment to Kraftsman, LP for Magnolia Beach Miller’s Point Pavilion (Unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat of Breakwater Point subdivision and Replat of Lot 1100 of American Townsite Company Subdivision (Unanimous)
• Approved road closures in Port O'Connor for July 21-22, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved amended contracts for road materials, asphalts, oils, emulsions, and fly ash (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,500 credit limit for the Human Resources Director (Unanimous)
• Approved deposit of $18,459.00 in auction proceeds into Vehicle Maintenance and Narcotics Forfeiture funds (Unanimous)
• Approved $500.00 of GOMESA funds for Smartt Grants (Unanimous)

Workshop

The Commissioners' Court will consider several regional grant applications for fire station and drainage projects. The agenda also includes approving road material contracts, final payments for pavilion construction, and various plat approvals.

• Final payment of $109,086.50 to Kraftsman, LP for Magnolia Beach Miller's Point Pavilion
• Authorization of CDBG-MIT grant applications for Magnolia Beach Fire Station and drainage projects
• Approval of amended road material and asphalt contracts effective through December 31, 2023
• Use of $500.00 from GOMESA funds for grant preparation by Kathy Smartt
• Temporary closure of Water Street in Port O'Connor on July 21-22, 2023

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The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings regarding amendments to the 2023 county budget and a petition to vacate Tract 1100 of the American Townsite Company Subdivision. The court will also consider several administrative items, including software subscriptions, insurance proceeds, and health benefit renewals.

• Public hearing regarding amending the 2023 Calhoun County budget
• Annual $7,600.00 subscription to DebtBook SaaS for GASB reporting compliance
• Final payment to Shirley & Sons for Boggy Bayou Nature Park Improvements, Phase I
• Public hearing regarding a Petition to Vacate Tract 1100 of the American Townsite Company Subdivision
• Acceptance of $4,882 in TAC insurance proceeds for repairs to the Jail water softener

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved amendments to the 2023 county budget and a new depository contract with Prosperity Bank. Other actions included approving final payment for Boggy Bayou Nature Park Improvements and a petition to vacate a tract in the American Townsite Company Subdivision.

• Amended 2023 Calhoun County budget (Unanimous)
• Approved final payment to Shirley & Sons for Boggy Bayou Nature Park Improvements, Phase I (Unanimous)
• Approved $7,600 annual subscription to DebtBook SaaS (Unanimous)
• Approved Depository Contract with Prosperity Bank effective August 1, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 County Investment Policy (Unanimous)
• Approved health benefits renewal contract with Texas Association of Counties (Unanimous)
• Approved Petition to Vacate Tract 1100 of the American Townsite Company Subdivision (Unanimous)
• Waived fuel adjustment on delivery price of Road Materials and Asphalts & Emulsions (Unanimous)

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The Commissioners Court will consider several items including an easement with Black Mountain Energy Storage, LLC and a contract renewal for airport spill prevention planning. The court will also review the final plat for Harbor Vista Subdivision, Phase 1.

• Approval of Access and Utility Easement with Black Mountain Energy Storage, LLC
• Three-day closure of Magnolia Beach near Cabana 1 for Texas 200 Sailing Club (June 16-18)
• Final payment of $18,713.64 to Kraftsman, LP for the Magnolia Beach Bird Walk
• Contract renewal with AARC Environmental, Inc. for airport SPCC Planning
• Approval of the Final Plat of Harbor Vista Subdivision, Phase 1

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners' Court will discuss and take action on a Memorandum of Agreement with the LRGV Stormwater Task Force Partnership, award bids for a dispatch facility project, sign construction contracts, allocate GOMESA funds, accept insurance proceeds, approve budget adjustments, and review monthly reports from county offices.

• Memorandum of Agreement between Calhoun County and Cameron County for membership in the Regional South Texas Coastal Consortium
• Award bid for the Calhoun County Combined Dispatch Facility Project
• Contract with Shirley & Sons Construction Co., Inc. for Hog Bayou Public Boat Ramp Bulkhead Improvements ($111,917.20 GOMESA funds for Boggy Bayou Nature Park Shoreline Protection Phase 2)
• Accept second insurance proceeds check of $11,852.82 from TAC for Seadrift Library damages
• Texas Indigent Defense Commission grant acceptance of $25,884 for FY 2023

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved several infrastructure projects, including the Combined Dispatch Facility and Hog Bayou boat ramp improvements. The court also authorized a lease for the Calhoun County Little League and accepted various grants and insurance proceeds.

• Awarded Combined Dispatch Facility Project bid to BLS Construction (Unanimous)
• Approved contract with Shirley & Sons Construction Co., Inc. for Hog Bayou Public Boat Ramp Bulkhead Improvements (Unanimous)
• Authorized lease agreement with Calhoun County Little League (Unanimous)
• Approved $111,917.20 in GOMESA funds for Boggy Bayou Nature Park Shoreline Protection Phase 2 (Unanimous)
• Authorized membership in the Regional South Texas Coastal Consortium (Unanimous)
• Appointed rating/scoring committee for Matagorda Bay Mitigation Trust Fund Crabbin’ Bridge Project (Unanimous)
• Accepted $25,884 Texas Indigent Defense Commission grant for FY 2023 (Unanimous)
• Accepted $11,852.82 insurance check from TAC for Seadrift Library damages (Unanimous)

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The Commissioners Court will consider temporary street changes for a July 2 fireworks display and a proposal for public access improvements at Main Street and Park Street. The court will also review reports from Memorial Medical Center and the Tax Assessor-Collector.

• Temporary closure of south Haterius Park and one-way street designation on July 2, 2023
• Proposal for parking and public access improvements at Main Street and Park Street in Port O'Connor
• Acceptance of a $75.00 donation to the Sheriff's Office Motivation account
• Review of March and April 2023 Tax Assessor-Collector reports
• Consideration of budget adjustments, bills, and payroll

The Commissioners Court approved a proposal from the Port O’Connor Chamber of Commerce to improve county property for public bay access. Other actions included approving budget adjustments, payroll, and a temporary road closure for a fireworks display.

• Approved proposal for parking and public bay access improvements at Main Street and Park Street in Port O’Connor (Unanimous)
• Approved closing south portion of Haterius Park and designating north portion as one-way on July 2, 2023, from 2:00 pm to 12:00 am (Unanimous)
• Approved $75.00 anonymous donation to the Sheriff's Office Motivation account (Unanimous)
• Approved March 2023 revised and April 2023 Tax Assessor-Collector monthly reports (Unanimous)
• Approved budget adjustments (Unanimous)
• Approved MMC bills, county bills, and payroll (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will consider several funding requests using GOMESA funds for park protection and beach restoration projects. The agenda also includes items regarding web development advertising, fiber optic cable construction, and library donations.

• $142,000 in GOMESA funds for Phase 2 of the Olivia Haterius County Park Protection and Restoration Project
• $88,000 in GOMESA funds for Phase 2 of the Port Alto Beach and Marsh Restoration Project
• Advertising for Calhoun County Parks web development services not to exceed $10,000.00
• Proposal from LaWard Telephone to construct a buried fiber optic cable crossing County Road 307 South
• Acceptance of an anonymous $15,000 donation to the Calhoun County Public Library

The Commissioners Court approved several GOMESA-funded projects for county parks and beach restoration. The court also authorized a fiber optic cable installation and accepted a $15,000 library donation.

• Approved $142,000 for Phase 2 of Olivia Haterius County Park Protection and Restoration Project (Unanimous)
• Approved $88,000 for Phase 2 of Port Alto Beach and Marsh Restoration Project (Unanimous)
• Authorized up to $10,000 for Calhoun County Parks web development and advertising (Unanimous)
• Approved LaWard Telephone proposal for buried fiber optic cable crossing County Road 307 South (Unanimous)
• Accepted anonymous $15,000 donation to Calhoun County Public Library (Unanimous)
• Authorized EMS Director to apply for M. G. and Lillie A. Johnson Foundation grant (Unanimous)
• Approved sale of a District Attorney's office metal desk to 9-1-1 Communications District for $75.00 (Unanimous)
• Designated May 21–27, 2023, as Emergency Medical Services Week (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will consider several financial actions, including GOMESA fund utilization for Hog Bayou improvements and various amendments to the Criminal District Attorney's Forfeiture Fund. The meeting also includes reports from public health and monthly updates from several county offices.

• Utilize GOMESA funds for Hog Bayou Part Improvements not to exceed $54,000
• Amend Criminal District Attorney's Forfeiture Fund by $1,144.44 for Sheriff's Office evidence retrieval
• Amend Criminal District Attorney's Forfeiture Fund by $200.00 for tax compensation
• Deposit sheet metal recycling checks for $232.29 into Road & Bridge, Precinct 2 account
• Accept Senate 8 Grant Funds for Cesar Reyna's AEMT course

The Commissioners Court approved several funding allocations, including GOMESA funds for park infrastructure and grants for emergency medical training. The court also authorized budget amendments for the Sheriff's Office and the Criminal District Attorney's Forfeiture Fund.

• Approved up to $54,000 in GOMESA funds for concrete bulkhead cap and sidewalks at Hog Bayou Park (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,144.44 amendment to Criminal District Attorney’s Forfeiture Fund for Sheriff's Office murder evidence retrieval (Unanimous)
• Approved $200.00 amendment to Criminal District Attorney's Forfeiture Fund for FICA and taxes for Arnold Hayden (Unanimous)
• Approved Senate 8 Grant Funds for Cesar Reyna's AEMT course (Unanimous)
• Approved deposit of $232.29 from Texas Port Recycling to Road & Bridge, Precinct 2 (Unanimous)
• Authorized County Clerk to sign Tyler SaaS Agreement amendment (Unanimous)
• Approved budget adjustments, bills, and payroll (Unanimous)
• Approved May 3, 2023 meeting minutes and April 2023 monthly reports (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will consider designating The Dow Chemical Company Reinvestment Zone #2 and approving related tax abatement agreements. The court will also discuss several grant applications, infrastructure projects, and county contracts.

• Public hearing for The Dow Chemical Company Reinvestment Zone #2 designation
• Tax Abatement Agreement with Union Carbide Corporation for $235,000,000.00 project
• Tax Abatement Agreement with The Dow Chemical Company for $650,000,000.00 project
• Magnolia Beach Phase 2 CEPRA application involving $4,194,000 in requested costs
• Award of bid for Hog Bayou Public Boat Ramp Bulkhead Improvements to Shirley & Sons Construction Co., Inc.

The Commissioners Court designated The Dow Chemical Company Reinvestment Zone #2 and approved two major tax abatement agreements. The court also authorized several grant applications and infrastructure projects funded by GOMESA and other sources.

• Designated The Dow Chemical Company Reinvestment Zone #2 (Unanimous)
• Approved $235M tax abatement for Union Carbide Alkoxylation Plant (Unanimous)
• Approved $650M tax abatement for Dow Chemical nuclear small modular reactors (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution for opioid settlement proceeds allocation (Unanimous)
• Authorized $4,194,000 GLO application for Magnolia Beach Phase 2 (Unanimous)
• Awarded Hog Bayou Public Boat Ramp Bulkhead bid to Shirley & Sons Construction Co., Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved contracts for roof recovery at Agriculture Building, Courthouse Annex II, and Seadrift Public Library (Unanimous)
• Approved RFQ for Crabbin’ Bridge Project engineering and surveying (Unanimous)

Public Hearing

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will hold a public hearing to receive testimony and evidence regarding the designation of The Dow Chemical Company reinvestment Zone #2. Interested persons may present arguments for or against this designation.

• Public hearing for The Dow Chemical Company reinvestment Zone #2 designation

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court approved several items including a grant proposal for park lighting, a pre-application for land purchase near King Fisher Beach Park, a bid for fly ash road material, a contract for a cloud-based case management system for the District Attorney's office, and a $49,000 loan from the General Fund to the Boggy Bayou Nature Park Capital Project Fund. All votes were unanimous with four commissioners present; the county judge was absent.

• Approved proposal from Smartt Grants for CMP Cycle 29 Special Merit Project for park lighting (unanimous)
• Approved pre-application for property purchase next to King Fisher Beach Park using GOMESA funds (unanimous)
• Approved $12,250 from GOMESA funds for TPWD Trails Grant at Boggy Bayou (passed)
• Approved pre-application for Bill Sanders Memorial Park parking, sidewalks, and pavilion projects using GOMESA funds (unanimous)
• Awarded bid for Fly Ash road material, Bid 2023.06, for May 10–Dec 31, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Vidanyx, Inc. for cloud-based criminal case management system (unanimous)
• Authorized $49,000 loan from General Fund to Boggy Bayou Nature Park Capital Project Fund (unanimous)
• Approved deposit of sheet metal recycling checks ($1,278.90 and $68.40) to Road & Bridge Precinct 2 (unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will consider a petition to vacate 13.97 acres in the James Hughson Survey and approve the Breakwater Point Subdivision preliminary plat. Other items include depositing a recycling check into the Precinct 2 Road & Bridge account and accepting insurance proceeds for a Sheriff’s Office vehicle.

• Deposit $926.78 sheet metal recycling check from Texas Port Recycling to Road & Bridge, Precinct 2
• Public hearing and petition to vacate 13.97 acres in the James Hughson Survey, Abstract No. 23
• Preliminary Plat of the 'Breakwater Point Subdivision' for 13.97 acres in the James Hughson Survey
• Accept $3,013.18 insurance proceeds payment for damages to a Sheriff’s Office vehicle
• Lease agreement with Guardian RFID for 25 Spartans

The court approved the preliminary plat for the Breakwater Point Subdivision and a petition to vacate 13.97 acres in the James Hughson Survey. Other actions included authorizing a lease for RFID equipment and approving various budget adjustments and bills.

• Approved preliminary plat for Breakwater Point Subdivision (Unanimous)
• Approved petition to vacate 13.97 acres in James Hughson Survey (Unanimous)
• Authorized County Judge to sign lease with Guardian RFID for 25 Spartans (Unanimous)
• Approved $926.78 deposit from Texas Port Recycling to Road & Bridge Pct 2 (Unanimous)
• Approved $3,013.18 insurance payment from TAC for Sheriff's Office vehicle (Unanimous)
• Approved budget adjustments (Unanimous)
• Approved bills and payroll (Unanimous)
• Passed resolution honoring Galen Johnson as Outstanding Volunteer for 2023

Public Hearing

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will hold a public hearing regarding a petition to vacate 13.97 acres of land. The property is located in the James Hughson Survey, Abstract No. 23.

• Public hearing for the vacation of 13.97 acres (James Hughson Survey, Abstract No. 23)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will consider accepting a gift deed for land to be dedicated as Brown Road. The body will also review a fund transfer between projects and a final payment for park infrastructure.

• Acceptance of a 1.854-acre Gift Deed for Brown Road from the Phyllis Brown Estate
• Transfer of $65,739.69 from the ARP Radio Project to the Combined Dispatch Building Project
• Final payment of $20,250.00 to G & W Engineers for Little Chocolate Bayou County Park infrastructure
• Addendum for Cintas Uniform Services for Precinct 1
• Cancellation of the June 26, 2023 meeting

The Commissioners Court approved interlocal agreements with the City of Port Lavaca for fire protection and animal control. The court also authorized a financial audit for 2022 and approved several road and property transfers. A variance request for a residential subdivision's private access easement was denied.

• Approved $247,319.87 for FY 2023 Fire Protection agreement with Port Lavaca (Unanimous)
• Approved $65,000.00 for FY 2023 Animal Control agreement with Port Lavaca (Unanimous)
• Approved engagement of Armstrong, Vaughan and Associates, PC for 2022 audit at estimated $59,845 (Unanimous)
• Denied variance request for 40-foot wide private access easement for Property ID: 30918
• Approved $20,250.00 final payment to G & W Engineers for Little Chocolate Bayou County Park (Unanimous)
• Approved transfer of $65,739.69 from ARP Radio Project to Combined Dispatch Building Project (Unanimous)
• Approved vacation and abandonment of 0.09-acre public alley in Alamo Beach Townsite (Unanimous)
• Approved removal of five vehicles from the Sheriff's Office fleet (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will meet to conduct an executive session regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee. The body will then convene in open session to take action on matters discussed.

• Executive session regarding public officer or employee personnel matters

Executive Session

The Commissioners' Court will meet in a closed session to consult with their attorney. The body will reconvene in open session to consider and take action on matters discussed during the executive session.

• Consultation with attorney under V.T.C.A. Government Code Chapter 551, Subchapter D

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will meet to conduct an executive session regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee. The body will then convene in open session to take action on matters discussed.

• Executive session regarding public officer or employee personnel matters

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will meet to discuss a lighting project for all precincts. The body will also review monthly reports from various county offices, including the Treasurer and Sheriff's Office.

• En-Go Lighting Project for all precincts

The Commissioners Court approved a contract with EnGoPlanet Energy Solutions, LLC for solar lighting and surveillance cameras. The court also authorized a utility easement for Black Mountain Energy Storage, LLC and approved several monthly reports and payroll.

• Approved En-Go Lighting Project for 300 lights and 20 cameras funded by GOMESA Fund (Unanimous)
• Authorized County Judge to sign Access and Utility Easement with Black Mountain Energy Storage, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved monthly reports from Floodplain Administration, Sheriff's Office, Treasurer, and JPs for Precincts 1-4 (Unanimous)
• Approved bills and payroll (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will meet to discuss regional planning and infrastructure projects. The body will consider agreements with the City of Point Comfort and a development plan for the Marquis Laydown Yard.

• Resolution in support of Gulf Bend Community Collaborative Plan
• Infrastructure Development Plan for the Marquis Laydown Yard
• General Interlocal Agreement with the City of Point Comfort
• Specific Project Approval for the reconstruction of Julia Street
• Update signatures for the Federal Surplus Property Program

The Commissioners Court approved a resolution supporting the Gulf Bend Community Collaborative Plan for mental health jail diversion. The court also authorized a project to reconstruct Julia Street in Point Comfort and updated signatures for the Federal Surplus Property Program.

• Approved Resolution in support of Gulf Bend Community Collaborative Plan [UNANIMOUS]
• Approved update to Federal Surplus Property Program signatures [UNANIMOUS]
• Tabled Infrastructure Development Plan for Marquis Laydown Yard due to lack of written agreement with drainage district
• Approved General Interlocal Agreement with City of Point Comfort [UNANIMOUS]
• Approved Specific Project Approval for Julia Street reconstruction in Point Comfort [UNANIMOUS]
• Approved Agreement for Professional Services with Urban Engineering for Green Lake Park Improvements Phase 1 [UNANIMOUS]
• Approved amended Sanitary Control Easement with Port O’Connor Improvement District [UNANIMOUS]
• Approved $5,374 increase to Sheriff’s Forfeited Property Fund 2022 budget [UNANIMOUS]

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will discuss several infrastructure projects, including roof recovers and boat ramp improvements. The body is also considering a loan from the General Fund to the Grants Fund and awarding a survey contract for Port Alto marsh.

• Loan of $235,560 from General Fund to Grants Fund for 2022 Operation Stone Garden
• Contract for topographic, bathymetric and coastal boundary surveys at Port Alto marsh for $31,400.00
• Awarding bids for roof recovers of Courthouse Annex II, Agricultural Building, and Seadrift Public Library
• Approval of specifications for Calhoun County Combined Dispatch Facility Project
• Approval of specifications for Hog Bayou Public Boat Ramp Bulkhead Improvements

The Commissioners Court approved the 2022 Operation Stone Garden Grant and a corresponding $235,560 loan from the General Fund to the Grants Fund. The court also authorized bids for roof recovers on three county buildings and approved several public works projects, including a combined dispatch facility and boat ramp improvements.

• Approved 2022 Operation Stone Garden Grant (Unanimous)
• Authorized $235,560 loan from General Fund to Grants Fund for Operation Stone Garden (Unanimous)
• Awarded bids for roof recovers of Courthouse Annex II, Agricultural Building, and Seadrift Public Library (Unanimous)
• Approved specifications and bid advertisement for Combined Dispatch Facility Project (Unanimous)
• Approved specifications and bid advertisement for Hog Bayou Public Boat Ramp Bulkhead Improvements (Unanimous)
• Authorized $31,400 for Port Alto marsh surveys via CivilCorp, LLC using GOMESA funds (Unanimous)
• Authorized $19,537.68 for Port Alto marsh wetland surveys via Triton Environmental Solutions, LLC using GOMESA funds (Unanimous)
• Approved closing a portion of Main Street in Port O’Connor for street dances on May 27 and July 8, 2023 (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing and consider actions to amend the 2022 and 2023 county budgets. The body will also review the 2022 Annual Report from the Calhoun County EMS Director and authorize several park and library contracts.

• Public hearing and action to amend 2022 and 2023 Calhoun County Budgets
• Payment of $400.00 to Kathy Smartt with Smartt Services for a Port Alto Park CEPRA application
• Acceptance of 2022 Stone Garden Grant for FY 2023 in the amount of $240,000
• Authorization of Change Order No. 1 for Boggy Bayou Nature Park Improvements, Phase 1
• Authorization of a copier lease with DeWitt Poth & Sons for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved amendments to the 2022 and 2023 county budgets. The court also authorized several contracts for park improvements, library internet services, and a copier lease for the Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4.

• Approved amendments to 2022 and 2023 Calhoun County Budgets (Unanimous)
• Approved $400 payment to Kathy Smartt for Port Alto Park CEPRA application (Unanimous)
• Authorized County Judge to sign Owner Agent Designation for Boggy Bayou Nature Park Improvements, Phase I (Unanimous)
• Authorized County Judge to sign Change Order No. 1 for Boggy Bayou Nature Park Improvements, Phase 1 (Unanimous)
• Authorized copier lease with DeWitt Poth & Sons for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4 (Unanimous)
• Authorized audit of Sheriff's Office FY 2022 Asset Forfeiture Funds (Unanimous)
• Accepted 2022 Stone Garden Grant for FY 2023 in the amount of $240,000 (Unanimous)
• Authorized library internet contracts with Infinium and Frontier (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will meet to discuss the vacation of a 0.606-acre tract of unconstructed public road. The body will also consider several service contracts for county facilities and emergency services, as well as the acceptance of insurance proceeds.

• Public hearing on request by Miramar Pointe, LLC to vacate 0.606 acres of unconstructed road in William Arnold Survey
• Annual $2,900 maintenance agreement with Victoria Air Conditioning for Port O’Connor Community Center
• Insurance proceeds of $8,910.57 for a Sheriff's Office vehicle and $40,024.46 for pier damages
• Contract with Compass Flooring Innovations for flooring replacement at Seadrift Library
• Erate contract with Frontier for fiber optic internet for three libraries

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved the vacation and abandonment of a 0.606-acre tract of unconstructed public road to Miramar Pointe, LLC. The court also authorized several maintenance contracts for county facilities and accepted insurance proceeds for vehicle and pier damages.

• Approved vacation of 0.606-acre public road tract to Miramar Pointe, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,900 annual maintenance agreement with Victoria Air Conditioning for Port O'Connor Community Center (Unanimous)
• Approved aerobic septic system service contract for Six Mile Volunteer Fire Department with Victoria Precision Products (Unanimous)
• Approved preventive maintenance contract with Stryker for EMS Powerload systems and stretchers (Unanimous)
• Accepted $8,910.57 TAC insurance check for Sheriff's Office vehicle damages (Unanimous)
• Accepted $40,024.46 TAC insurance check for pier damages from Tropical Storm Nicholas (Unanimous)
• Authorized flooring replacement at Seadrift Library via Compass Flooring Innovations (Unanimous)
• Authorized fiber optic internet contract from Frontier for three libraries (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will discuss infrastructure projects, tax administration, and regional shipping. The body is considering approvals for bridge engineering and construction, as well as 2023 homestead exemptions.

• Proposal for CivilCorp engineering and construction of two wooden bridges on Brighton Road, including a $31,000 engineering fee and $215,000 estimated construction cost for the second bridge
• Resolution supporting the deepening and widening of the Matagorda Bay Ship Channel
• Approval of 2023 Homestead Exemptions
• Resolution appointing the Calhoun County Appraisal District Chief Appraiser to calculate 2023 tax rates
• Interlocal Agreement to join the 791 Purchasing Cooperative

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved a resolution supporting the deepening and widening of the Matagorda Bay Ship Channel. Other key actions included approving 2023 homestead exemptions and authorizing bridge replacement engineering services.

• Approved resolution supporting Matagorda Bay Ship Channel deepening and widening (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Homestead Exemptions (Unanimous)
• Appointed Chief Appraiser of Calhoun County Appraisal District to calculate 2023 tax rates (Unanimous)
• Approved joining the 791 Purchasing Cooperative (Unanimous)
• Approved CivilCorp proposal for Brighton Road bridge replacement engineering, including a $31,000 fee and estimated $215,000 construction cost (Unanimous)
• Authorized G & W Engineers, Inc. to apply for permits for the Combined Dispatch Facility Project (Unanimous)
• Tabled Order Establishing Animal and Rabies Control Authority (Unanimous)
• Approved vacating and abandoning portions of unconstructed public road in the Map of Olivia (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will review a final plat for a residential lot and authorize funding for a Hazard Mitigation Plan. The body will also consider a budget increase for the District Attorney's Forfeited Property Fund and a bid process for depository services.

• Final Plat of Bay Club at Falcon Point Ranch, Phase 1, Lot 9R
• CDBE-MIT grant funding for the Calhoun County Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Increase of $36,689 to the District Attorney's Forfeited Property Fund 2022 Budget
• RFA on Primary Depository Bid Services
• Appointment of Virginia Schmidt to the Calhoun County Library Board

The Court approved several grant applications, including a Texas Indigent Defense Commission request and a $300 contract for a park application. It also approved a petition to vacate lots and a final plat for the Bay Club at Falcon Point Ranch.

• Approved FY2024 Texas Indigent Defense Commission Formula Grant application (Unanimous)
• Approved $300 contract with Smartt Grants for Olivia Haterius Park CEPRA application (Unanimous)
• Approved Petition to Vacate Lots 9 and 10, Block 1, Bay Club at Falcon Point Ranch (Unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat of Bay Club at Falcon Point Ranch, Phase 1, Lot 9R (Unanimous)
• Authorized signatories for GLO documents for Hazard Mitigation Plan funding (Unanimous)
• Approved $36,689 increase to District Attorney's Forfeited Property Fund 2022 Budget (Unanimous)
• Approved RFA for Primary Depository Bid Services (Unanimous)
• Appointed Virginia Schmidt to the Calhoun County Library Board (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will consider several service contracts for wastewater management and shoreline permits. The body will also review plat approvals and authorize bidding for roof recovers on three county buildings.

• Contract with Smartt Grants for Port Alto Park oversight services at $300.00 per month
• Professional services agreement with Urban Engineering for Swan Point Park Bulkhead & Pier
• Approval of Final Plat for the Double S Subdivision
• Bidding process for roof recovers of Courthouse Annex II, Agricultural Building, and Seadrift Public Library
• Donation of a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 valued at $7,118.00 from Formosa Plastics to Memorial Medical Center

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved several service agreements for septic systems, shoreline permits, and park oversight. The court also approved a subdivision plat, authorized roof recover bids for three county buildings, and accepted a vehicle donation.

• Approved reappointment of Commissioner Lyssy to De-Go-La RC&D (Unanimous)
• Approved septic system service contracts with Hurt’s Wastewater Management, Ltd. (Unanimous)
• Approved beer and wine sales by Education Foundation at County Airport for Feb 24, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved septic system installation contract with Geigle Utilities for County Airport (Unanimous)
• Approved professional services agreement with Stantec Consulting Services for Port Alto Shoreline Permit Amendment (Unanimous)
• Approved $300/month oversight contract with Smartt Grants for Port Alto Park (Unanimous)
• Approved professional services agreement with Urban Engineering for Swan Point Park Bulkhead & Pier project (Unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat of the Double S Subdivision and vacated part of Tract No. 16 (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will meet in an executive session to deliberate on economic development. The body will reconvene in open session to take action on matters discussed during the closed meeting.

• Executive session regarding economic development under section §551-087

Public Hearing

The Calhoun County Commissioners' Court will hold a public hearing on a request to vacate part of Tract No. 16 of the American Townsite Company Subdivision. The hearing is scheduled for February 8, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. in the County Courthouse in Port Lavaca. The public may attend and participate.

• Public hearing on request to vacate part of Tract No. 16, American Townsite Company Subdivision (Volume Z, Page 3, Plat Records; File No. 2022-01323)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will discuss shoreline protection for Boggy Bayou Nature Park and a plat for the Double S Subdivision. The body is also considering several vehicle and monetary donations and a service agreement for the Adult Detention Center.

• Public hearing on petition to vacate part of Tract No. 16 of the American Townsite Company Subdivision
• Approval of the Preliminary Plat of the Double S Subdivision
• Preferred alternative for Boggy Bayou Nature Park Shoreline Protection Project Phase 1
• Donation of a 2011 GMC pickup truck valued at $6,500.00 for Magnolia Beach Volunteer Fire Department
• Insurance proceeds check of $22,704.18 for Seadrift Library freeze damages

Workshop

The Commissioners’ Court will hold a special workshop to discuss the Fairgrounds project. The meeting focuses on an update regarding HyFuels Holding LLC.

• Update on Fairgrounds project with HyFuels Holding LLC

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will hold a special workshop to review a presentation on solar lighting. The body will consider approving an agreement with EnGo Planet for safety lighting in county parks and other areas.

• Presentation by Chris Garza of EnGo Planet regarding solar lighting
• Possible approval of agreement with EnGo Planet for solar lighting in county parks and safety areas

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will meet to award a construction contract for the Six Mile Boat Ramp and allocate federal funds for a generator. The body will also consider board appointments and maintenance contracts.

• Award contract to RW South Texas Concrete, Inc. for the Six Mile Boat Ramp Project
• Allocate U.S. Department of the Treasury Local Assistance and Tribal Consistency funds for a Combined Dispatch Building generator
• Appoint Jody Wiltsey and Keith Hubbard to the Parks Board
• Authorize 2023 maintenance contract with Hurt’s Wastewater Management for Precinct 3 septic system
• Authorize participation in TAC HEBP ARTS Program

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved a contract with RW South Texas Concrete, Inc. for boat ramp improvements. The court also appointed two new members to the Parks Board and authorized several maintenance and program agreements.

• Awarded $25,000 contract to RW South Texas Concrete, Inc. for Six Mile Boat Ramp Project (Unanimous)
• Allocated Local Assistance and Tribal Consistency Fund for Combined Dispatch Building generator (Unanimous)
• Appointed Jody Wiltsey and Keith Hubbard to the Parks Board following resignations of Teri Elliot and Steve Dublin (Unanimous)
• Authorized 2023 maintenance contract with Hurt's Wastewater Management for Precinct 3 septic system (Unanimous)
• Approved continued participation in TAC HEBP ARTS Program (Unanimous)
• Approved 2022 and 2023 budget adjustments (Unanimous)
• Approved bills and payroll for MMC and County (2022 and 2023) (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from January 25, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will meet to review reports from Memorial Medical Center and Texas AgriLife Extension agents. The body will consider approvals for project payments and emergency vehicle acquisitions.

• Final payment to Shirley and Sons for Magnolia Beach and Indianola Fishing Piers Hurricane Nicholas Rehabilitation
• Ratification of Kraftsman quotes/contracts for pavilions at Miller Point and the Bird Walk at Miller Point
• Authorization for Sheriff Vickery to make two emergency vehicle purchases from Chicago Motor Company

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved several contracts for pier rehabilitation, park pavilions, and shoreline consulting. The court also authorized emergency vehicle purchases for the Sheriff's Office and approved various interlocal agreements.

• Approved final payment of $7,622 to Shirley and Sons for fishing pier rehabilitation (Unanimous)
• Approved Buyboard purchase of pavilions at Miller Point and the Bird Walk from Kraftsman (Unanimous)
• Authorized Sheriff Vickery to make two emergency vehicle purchases from a non-BuyBoard vendor (Unanimous)
• Approved $49,990 in GOMESA funds for Stantec Consulting Services regarding Port Alto Shoreline Permit (Unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of Bay Club at Falcon Point Ranch, Phase 1, Lot 9R (Unanimous)
• Approved Matagorda Bay Mitigation Trust Contract No. 034 for Swan Point bulkhead improvement (Unanimous)
• Approved FY 2023 Interlocal Agreements totaling $71,250 for four local organizations (Unanimous)
• Approved transfer of a 2007 Toyota Pickup from Sheriff's Office to Precinct 2 (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court is meeting to discuss funding for the Magnolia Indianola Beach Pavilions and a feasibility study for an exposition center. The body is also reviewing budget amendments for the Criminal District Attorney and various service agreements.

• Proposed $40,000 loan from General Fund to Magnolia Indianola Beach Pavilions capital project fund
• Proposed budget amendment of $6,893.80 for salary supplements and $1,000 for civil citation fees for the Criminal District Attorney
• Proposed feasibility study by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service for an exposition center
• Easement Access Agreement with Black Mountain Energy Storage
• Authorization for Texas Water Safari to use Bill Sanders Memorial Park from June 8–14, 2023

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved the vacation and abandonment of three road tracts in the Olivia Townsite. The court also authorized a $40,000 loan from the General Fund to the Magnolia Indianola Beach Pavilions capital project fund.

• Approved vacation and abandonment of three road tracts in Olivia Townsite (Unanimous)
• Authorized $40,000 loan from General Fund to Magnolia Indianola Beach Pavilions capital project fund (Unanimous)
• Appointed David Hall as Judge Pro-Tem (Unanimous)
• Approved road topping material and Easement Access Agreement with Black Mountain Energy Storage (Unanimous)
• Authorized application for funds from the U.S. Department of the Treasury Local Assistance and Tribal Consistency Fund (Unanimous)
• Approved $7,893.80 budget amendment for Criminal District Attorney's Forfeiture Fund (Unanimous)
• Authorized Texas Water Safari use of Bill Sanders Memorial Park from June 8-14, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of members to the Calhoun County Historical Commission (Unanimous)

Public Hearing

The Calhoun County Commissioners’ Court will hold a public hearing to consider a request to vacate and abandon portions of an unconstructed public road. The request involves three tracts of land in the E.B. Grant Subdivision.

• Request to vacate Tract 1 (0.110-acre), Tract 2 (0.040-acre), and Tract 3 (0.030-acre) in the William Arnold Survey, Abstract No. 2

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing and vote on vacating a 0.08-acre alley in Bayside Beach Unit Two. The body is also considering permits for the Port O'Connor Chamber of Commerce's Crawfish Festival and Fireworks Display, including alcohol sales and traffic changes. Other items include a paramedic scholarship and a donation to the Sheriff's Office.

• Public hearing to vacate a 0.08-acre alley in Block 4, Bayside Beach Unit Two for Horned Hornet, LLC
• Permit for Port O'Connor Chamber of Commerce Crawfish Festival on April 29, 2023, including alcohol sales
• Designation of Park Avenue as a one-way street for the Crawfish Fest and July 1 Fireworks Display
• Acceptance of a GCRAC SB8 Scholarship Grant Award for Robert Pate for paramedic school
• Acceptance of an anonymous $200.00 donation to the Sheriff's Office Motivation account

The Commissioners Court approved the vacation of a 0.08-acre alley in Bayside Beach Unit Two to Horned Hornet, LLC. The court also authorized the Port O'Connor Chamber of Commerce to hold its annual Crawfish Festival and Fireworks Display at King Fisher Beach/Park.

• Approved request to vacate and abandon 0.08-acre alley in Bayside Beach Unit Two (Unanimous)
• Approved Port O'Connor Chamber of Commerce use of King Fisher Beach/Park for Crawfish Festival on April 29, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved alcohol sales for Crawfish Fest on April 29, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved designating Park Avenue as one-way and establishing golf cart parking for Crawfish Fest and July 1 Fireworks Display (Unanimous)
• Approved Port O'Connor Chamber of Commerce Fireworks Display on July 1, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved GCRAC SB8 Scholarship Grant Award for Robert Pate (Unanimous)
• Approved $200 anonymous donation to Sheriff's Office Motivation account (Unanimous)
• Approved removal of K9 Hunter, kennel, and heat alarm from Sheriff's Office asset list (Unanimous)

Public Hearing

The Calhoun County Commissioners' Court will hold a public hearing on a request by Horned Hornet, LLC to vacate and abandon a portion of an unconstructed public road (a 10-foot-wide alley) in Block 4, Bayside Beach Unit Two. The public may attend and participate. The court will decide whether to approve the vacation.

• Request to vacate and abandon 0.08-acre unconstructed alley
• 10 ft. wide alley in Block 4, Bayside Beach Unit Two
• Property owner: Horned Hornet, LLC
• Public hearing at 10:00 a.m. on January 11, 2023

Commissioners Court

The Calhoun County Commissioners Court will meet to discuss a report on an EMS inspection survey and retirement system enrollments. The body will also consider a fund transfer for hazard mitigation and the disposal of equipment.

• Proposed $95,000 loan from the General Fund to the Grants Fund for CDBG Local Hazard Mitigation Planning Program
• Enrollment of the County District Attorney in the TCDRS Retirement System
• Report from the Calhoun County EMS Director regarding the Texas Department of State Health Services inspection survey
• Proposal to declare equipment from Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1 as waste

The Commissioners Court approved a $95,000 loan from the General Fund to the Grants Fund for the CDBG Local Hazard Mitigation Planning Program. The court also approved several budget adjustments, payroll, and the enrollment of the County District Attorney in the TCDRS Retirement System.

• Approved enrollment of County District Attorney in TCDRS Retirement System (Unanimous)
• Approved $95,000 loan from General Fund to Grants Fund for CDBG Local Hazard Mitigation Planning Program (Unanimous)
• Approved declaration of Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 equipment as waste (Unanimous)
• Approved budget adjustments including Amendment No. 6249 and 6250 (Unanimous)
• Approved Memorial Medical Center disbursements totaling $1,707,089.49 (Unanimous)
• Approved County Bills 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved County Bills 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved payroll for January 6, 2023 (Unanimous)

Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court will meet to process the transition of county leadership. The body will approve bonds and swear in newly elected and re-elected officials.

• Approval of bonds for newly elected and re-elected county officials
• Swearing in of newly elected and re-elected county officials