Chambers County public meetings in 2024
26 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Commissioners Court
The Chambers County Commissioners Court will meet to discuss road maintenance, approve construction contracts including an ARPA-funded landfill road project, and authorize the purchase of vehicles and software.
- Approve $415,019.59 Tri-County Construction bid for landfill roadway
- Approve purchase of 2025 Ford Explorer for $73,193.76
- Approve purchase of 2024 Ford F-150 for $49,121.89
- Approve Tyler ERP Pro 2025 Annual Maintenance payment of $124,094.53
- Approve payment of $6,295,054.47 to AH Chambers County Development for Justice Center
The Chambers County Commissioners Court approved a $6,295,054.47 payment to AH Chambers County Development, LLC for the Justice Center, and a $415,019.59 bid from Tri-County Construction for a landfill access road. They also accepted Southwinds Section Three road maintenance excluding the underground storm sewer system, joined the Lone Star Coastal Alliance, and approved numerous consent agenda items including vehicle purchases, software renewals, and interlocal agreements. No action was taken on executive session items.
- Approved $6,295,054.47 payment for Chambers County Justice Center
- Approved $415,019.59 bid to Tri-County Construction for landfill roadway (ARPA funded)
- Accepted Southwinds Section Three road maintenance, excluding storm sewer
- Approved joining Lone Star Coastal Alliance for tourism promotion
- Approved K9 Stark retirement and Detwiler Foundation K9 donation
- Approved $73,193.76 for 2025 Ford Explorer and $49,121.89 for 2024 Ford F-150 (CCSO)
- Approved $124,094.53 Tyler ERP Pro maintenance and $41,566.00 Hart Intercivic license
- Approved 2025 mileage rate of 70 cents per mile
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss 2025 funding agreements for volunteer fire and EMS departments and the adoption of the 2024 Hazard Mitigation Plan Update. The body will also consider several contracts for engineering, technology, and facility maintenance.
- Task Order 7 from JMT for General Engineering Consulting in the amount of $240,000.00
- 2025 Funding Agreements for volunteer fire and EMS departments
- Insurance policy for Mosquito Control plane in the amount of $45,624.00
- Lighting system for three county radio towers from Lumenserve, Inc. for $23,446.00
- Refund of $9,600.00 for exterior waterproofing at Mark Huddleston Building, Winnie TX
The Chambers County Commissioners Court approved the 2024 Hazard Mitigation Plan Update, renamed the Cedar Bayou Annex after Judge Larry Cryer, and approved multiple administrative and consent agenda items. The court also approved hiring W Golf Design for new synthetic greens at the county golf course, with Commissioner Hammond voting against. Several items were pulled or deferred, including a $9,600 refund for exterior waterproofing and 2025 funding agreements for volunteer fire departments and EMS departments pending receipt of Mont Belvieu agreements.
- Approved 2024 Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
- Approved renaming Cedar Bayou Annex after Judge Larry Cryer
- Approved hiring W Golf Design for synthetic greens (Hammond nay)
- Approved Driftwood Designs for Library Tech Building office remodel
- Approved 2025 funding agreements for volunteer fire departments (pending Mont Belvieu)
- Approved 2025 funding agreements for EMS departments (pending Mont Belvieu)
- Approved $18,402.25 CrowdStrike license renewal
- Approved $10,000 donation to Texas District and County Attorney's Foundation
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss several infrastructure projects, including drainage repairs and road reconstruction. The body is also reviewing economic development proposals and various equipment acquisitions for road and bridge maintenance.
- Emergency drainage culvert repair by Tri-County Construction for $121,721.99
- Purchase of Gradall from ASCO for $573,785.88
- Purchase of two Diamond mowers from Shoppa's for $203,610.00
- Change Order No. 6 to Texas Materials Gulf Coast for $191,441.90
- Energy Transfer GC NGL Fractionators LLC Ch. 381 Economic Development Program Proposal
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will meet to discuss and consider the official results of the November 5, 2024 Joint General Election. The agenda also includes an executive session for personnel, real property, and FMLA matters.
- Canvassing of official results for the November 5, 2024 Joint General Election
- Executive session regarding personnel issues
- Executive session regarding the sale or purchase of real property
- Executive session regarding an FMLA extension request
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss several infrastructure projects, including roadway extensions and park improvements. The body is also considering a large payment for the Chambers County Justice Center and various grant applications.
- Payment of $4,877,436.51 for the Chambers County Justice Center
- Purchase of 5 tracts for Gordon Speer Chambers Parkway extension for $665,809.71
- Master Services Agreement with Johnson, Mirmiran, & Thompson, Inc. for $254,690.56
- Funding of $91,927.00 for Courthouse exterior moisture intrusion treatments
- Change of occupancy permit from residential to commercial for 15524 Old Irish Farm Road
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss several infrastructure projects, including the Gordon Speer Chambers Parkway expansion and I-10 ramp reversals. The body will also hold a public hearing on amending the county subdivision regulation manual.
- Payment of $4,007,710.40 to AH Chambers County Development, LLC for the Chambers County Justice Center
- Purchase of five tracts for Gordon Speer Chambers Parkway roadway expansion for $600,733.95
- Guaranteed maximum price of $1,468,165.00 for a new Road & Bridge Building
- Reallocation of $400,000 from Bayer Road to the I-10 ramp reversal project
- Change of occupancy from residential to commercial for 15524 Old Irish Farm Road
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss several infrastructure projects, including road awards and facility designs. The body is also considering funding for a senior citizen van and renovations for the Historic Commission.
- Awarding Needlepoint Road North Segments A&B and Chambers Parkway Canal Crossing to Carter Construction, LLC for $4,245,683.85
- Architectural and engineering design for a new West Chambers County Community Center for $360,000.00
- Funding up to $415,000.00 for Bradley House renovations for the Chambers County Historic Commission
- Using up to $100,000 of Health Service Tax Revenue for a new Senior Citizen van
- Renovating the Chambers County Golf Course putting green with Greenscapes Six for $162,230.00
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will consider adopting the 2025 county budget and a tax rate of $0.44035/100. The agenda includes authorizing the issuance of $4.65 million in Certificates of Obligation for the Chambers County Justice Center and approving various construction and maintenance contracts.
- Adopt 2025 county budget and tax rate ($0.44035/100)
- Authorize $4.65M for Chambers County Justice Center
- Authorize $53,777 for Woodland Acres drainage easements
- Authorize $214,522 to clear Barrow Gully ditch
- Approve $15,000 HOT funding for Marsh Fest
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss a proposed tax rate and a mass gathering permit for the Texas Rice Festival. The body is also considering several park equipment purchases and infrastructure project approvals.
- Proposed tax rate of .440035 for adoption on September 24, 2024
- Public hearing and permit approval for Texas Rice Festival (October 2-5, 2024)
- Purchase of $66,811.00 for fans at White's Park arena
- Allocation of $17,485.00 from ARPA funds for Oak Street Bridge project
- Acceptance of $129,744.00 donation from AMDD for Ft. Anahuac Park
The Chambers County Commissioners Court set the proposed tax rate of .440035 and scheduled adoption for September 24, 2024. The court also approved numerous financial, road, engineering, parks, and consent agenda items, including a $17,485 ARPA allocation for the Oak Street Bridge project and a $66,811 purchase of fans for White's Park Arena. All motions passed unanimously; no votes were recorded against any item. Executive session items on personnel, real property, and FMLA were discussed with no action taken.
- Set proposed tax rate of .440035, adoption scheduled for Sept. 24 (passed)
- Approved $17,485 ARPA allocation for TDA Oak Street Bridge project (passed)
- Approved $66,811 purchase of fans for White's Park Arena (passed)
- Approved $24,933 purchase of 24 benches for Pickleball Courts at Little Eagle Park (passed)
- Approved $4,414.59 purchase of football equipment for ECYFL from BSN Sports (passed)
- Accepted $129,744 donation from AMDD for shade structures and pickleball courts at Ft. Anahuac Park (passed)
- Approved Mass Gathering Permit for Texas Rice Festival Oct 2-5, 2024 (passed)
- Approved consent agenda including budget amendments, payroll, and various contracts (passed)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss various infrastructure projects, including land acquisition for the Gordon Speer Parkway and carbon dioxide storage agreements. The body is also considering several park repairs, nuisance abatements, and FY2025 salaries for elected officials.
- Purchase of three 100kW portable standby generators for $345,000.00
- Purchase of 1.297 acre tract for Chambers Gordon Speer Parkway ROW for $200,000
- Agreement with OLCV Land Holdings, LLC for carbon dioxide storage under Winnie Airport and County Landfill
- Rebuild of Oak Island Fishing Pier by Shoreline Contractors LLC for $33,900.00
- Nuisance abatement at 17114 Choctaw St., Baytown and 106 Oyster St., Oak Island
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings regarding the 2025 budget, the renewal of the Logistics Terminal Reinvestment Zone #1, and a mass gathering permit for Gatorfest 2024. The body will also consider various infrastructure payments, road closures, and subdivision regulations.
- Public hearing for the 2025 budget
- Proposed $50,000 donation to Trinity Valley Exposition
- Payment of $43,201.30 to Texas Materials Gulf Coast for Kilgore Parkway signal arm
- Authorization of road closures for Texas Gatorfest from September 5-15, 2024
- Proposed $9,592.00 for Chambers Surveying & Mapping to survey Daisy Lane right of way
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss budget settings, land acquisitions for road projects, and several construction contracts. The body is also considering a $350,000 federal grant application for a countywide safety plan.
- Proposed $400,000 supplemental invoice for McCall, Parkhurst & Horton, L.L.P. regarding Justice Center & County Jail financing
- Proposed $202,675 payment to PBK Architects for Anahuac Library design work
- Application for $350,000 from U.S. DOT Safe Streets and Roads for All program
- Proposed land acquisition of 5 acres for parking at Yale Devillier Sports Complex in Winnie
- Proposed $42,858.56 change order for West Annex No. 2 from Formative Structures
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Chambers County Commissioners Court will discuss and consider the renewal of the Declaration of Disaster for Hurricane Beryl. This declaration was originally issued on July 7, 2024.
- Renewal of Declaration of Disaster for Hurricane Beryl
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss bond counsel invoices for the Justice Center and County Jail project. The meeting also includes discussions on Hotel Occupancy Tax grant caps and law enforcement equipment purchases. Additionally, the court will consider various park maintenance and restroom construction costs.
- $400,000 supplemental invoice for Justice Center & County Jail bond counsel work
- Proposed $25,000 cap on Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) grant recipients
- Purchase of two Dodge trucks and outfitting totaling $142,328.92
- Reallocation of $10,500.00 for a John Deere Gator and Turfco Top Dresser
- Additional restroom construction costs for several county parks
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss professional services for the Baytown Soccer Complex and Kilgore Channel Extensions. The meeting includes reviews of legal payments for the Justice Center Project and updates to county drainage manuals. Officials will also consider park improvements and economic development proposals.
- Professional services agreement for $1,233,359.20 for Baytown Soccer Complex and Kilgore Channel Extensions
- Legal services payment of $400,000.00 for the Justice Center Project
- Change order of $27,294.68 for driveway and outfall repairs
- Use of Hotel Occupancy funds for pickleball courts at Fort Anahuac Park
- Public hearing set for August 13, 2024, regarding drainage manual changes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss several infrastructure and park projects, including playground purchases and road updates near Fisher Road. The agenda also includes reviewing contracts for the 2025 Chambers County Day at the Capitol and medical staffing for the Jail Medical Division.
- $642,098.75 loan to YPS (Youth Project Show) General Fund
- $110,983.30 playground purchase for Beach City Park
- $55,970.00 purchase of fans for Winnie Stowell Arena
- Increasing greenbelt berm height from 4ft to 12ft near FM 2354
- $955,143.00 payment for 2024-25 property insurance coverage
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will consider leases with OXY for underground CO2 injection and storage at Winnie County airport and other properties. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure payments, drainage improvements, and park facility upgrades.
- Proposed leases and licenses with OXY for underground CO2 injection and storage
- Budgeting $200,000 for the Old River Boat Ramp Project to be reimbursed by TPWD Grant
- Partnering with City of Mont Belvieu for $193,443 to construct restrooms at Joe Matthews Park
- Change orders to Texas Material Group for $74,100.00 for Needlepoint South
- Temporary office lease with First Methodist Church Anahuac for the Chambers County Library
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss the issuance of lease revenue bonds and the project development budget for a new County Jail, Sheriff's Office, and Justice Center. The body is also considering various road expansion agreements and economic development loans.
- Proposed loan to the Chambers County Youth Project Show for $718,302.75
- Public hearing regarding the abandonment of the unimproved portion of Devillier Road
- Proposed $203,492.00 GMP for Beach City McCollum Park Pavilion
- Property acquisition and exchange agreements for road and drainage expansion along Kilgore Parkway
- Purchase of 20 Dell computers for $28,454.23
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings on installing speed humps on Redwood Drive and adopting Chapter 312 Tax Abatement guidelines. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure bids and economic development policies.
- Bid for RWJ drainage improvements to Tri-County Construction Company for $478,386.73 and an optional bid for $44,592.48
- Public hearing on installing speed humps along Redwood Drive in Country Meadows Subdivision
- Public hearing on proposed guidelines and criteria for Chapter 312 Tax Abatement Agreements
- Allocation of $250,000 from unallocated funds to Pct. 4 Drainage Projects
- Commercial building permit for a tiny home at 626 FM 1406, Winnie, TX
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss proposed guidelines for Chapter 312 Tax Abatement Agreements and a potential public hearing on April 23. The body is also reviewing several facility upgrades, land conveyances, and equipment purchases for county offices.
- Proposed public hearing April 23 regarding Chapter 312 Tax Abatement Agreement guidelines
- Change order for West Annex facility paving and curbs from Formative Structures, LLC for $50,470.05
- Purchase of two BMW R1250 RT-P motorcycles for $57,535.66
- Request for $11,600.00 for fence replacement and relocation along Kilgore Parkway
- CDBG Mitigation program contract for drainage improvements on Work Street and Texas Avenue
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss several infrastructure projects, including the abandonment of Pablo and Warren Avenue and the purchase of 16.64 acres on McCollum Park Road. The body is also considering various equipment purchases for EMS, parks, and the Fire Marshal's office.
- Bid to Square CCR, LLC for Sheriff’s Office Emergency Equipment Storage Building: $600,822.00
- Purchase of Ford F-450 ambulance for Winnie-Stowell EMS: $434,740.99
- Public hearing and consideration of the abandonment of Pablo and Warren Avenue
- Purchase of +/- 16.64 acres on McCollum Park Road from Trinity-NFP VI LLC
- Contract with Cowboy Asphalt for American Legion Hall parking lot: $43,500.00
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss several infrastructure projects, including a new maintenance shop and park expansions. The body is also considering a mass gathering permit for Marsh Fest 2024 and various county service contracts.
- Proposed $1,999,998.00 contract with N&T Construction for a Road & Bridge shop
- Purchase of approximately 16.64 acres on McCollum Park Road from Trinity-NFP VI LLC
- Proposed $46,000 contract with Premier Outdoor Living and Construction, LLC for a pavilion at Don McCleod Sports Complex
- Public hearing and permit application for Marsh Fest 2024
- Proposed $17,378.00 dispatch console upgrade from Motorola solutions
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss funding and construction for the Oak Street Bridge and updates on the Justice Center/Jail project. The body is also considering Permanent School Fund withdrawals for four local school districts.
- Construction bid from Texas Materials Group for Oak Street Bridge project for $776,395.00
- Budgeting $427,000 from ARPA for additional Oak Street Bridge funding
- Permanent School Fund withdrawal requests for Barbers Hill, Anahuac, East Chambers, and Goose Creek ISDs
- Task Order 3 Amendment of $140,000 to Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. for Kilgore Parkway
- Purchase of a Sand Truck from Performance Truck for $183,562.62
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss various infrastructure purchases, including playground equipment and restrooms for county parks. The body is also reviewing financial policies and funding for emergency services and law enforcement.
- Purchase of playground equipment for Don McCleod Sports Complex ($268,385.07), Job Beason Park ($119,008.43), Smith Point ($91,519.62), and Double Bayou Park ($44,375.48)
- Construction of restrooms at Little Eagle Park ($174,513.52) and New Carver Park ($159,053.20)
- Purchase of a water truck from Performance Truck ($158,431.72) and a mini-excavator from R.B. Everett & Co ($84,552.00)
- First quarter funding for Mont Belvieu EMS in the amount of $187,500.00
- Approval of 2024 Financial Management, Fraud, Waste, and Abuse, and Investment policies
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing on an ordinance regulating junkyards and salvage yards. The body is also discussing the abandonment of right-of-way for Warren Road and Pablo Road and various equipment purchases.
- Public hearing and possible adoption of an ordinance regulating Junkyards, Automotive Wrecking and Salvage Yards
- MOU with Targa Resources regarding abandonment of Warren Road and Pablo Road right of way
- Purchase of golf carts from Club Car, LLC for $329,834.00
- Purchase of Jaws of Life for EMS District 2 from MES for $19,404.50
- JMT Task Order 6 for General Engineering Consulting in the amount of $180,000.00
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss adjusting tax exemptions for residents over 65 or disabled and consider several economic development agreements. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding the partial abandonment of Poncho Street in Oak Island.
- Proposed increase of homestead exemption for persons over 65 or disabled from $200,000 to $250,000
- Public hearing and consideration of partial abandonment of Poncho Street in Oak Island, TX
- Payment of $589,433.00 to Vermeer Texas-Louisiana for a Tub Grinder
- Payment of $87,095.66 to Kraftsman for Carver Park playground equipment
- Proposed land improvements and agreement changes with TGS totaling $380,549 and $226,179.07