Ector County, TX

Commissioners' Court

The Ector County Commissioners' Court will hold public hearings and consider adopting the FY 2026-2027 budget and tax rate. The agenda also includes several contract awards, including inmate communication services, seal coat aggregate, and various professional services, as well as multiple budget amendments and development proposals.

• Adopt FY 2026-2027 budget and tax rate (public hearings held)
• Award RFP for inmate communication, commissary, and mail services to Prodigy Solutions, Inc.
• Award bid for seal coat aggregate to Tellus Services and Capital Aggregate Inc.
• Approve $6,000,000 budget amendment for new building capital project
• Approve lease agreement with Dell Technologies for 11 rugged units at $9,967.79 annually

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This meeting has been postponed until further notice. No items will be discussed or decided at this time.

Commissioners' Court

The Ector County Commissioners' Court is meeting to consider, discuss, and take action on the proposed 2026-2027 fiscal year budget for all county officials and departments. The court will also address tabled items, policy matters, and long-range planning. Public comments on non-agenda items will be received.

• Public participation/comments on non-agenda items
• Consideration of proposed 2026-2027 fiscal year budget
• Potential adjustments to the budget
• Discussion of tabled items, policy matters, and long-range planning

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The Ector County Commissioners' Court will consider setting the 2026-2027 tax rate and scheduling public hearings for the tax rate and budget. They will also vote on several contracts, including a fleet management change, a library grant, and a coliseum renovation contingency, plus a new child safety fee on vehicle registrations.

• 2026-2027 proposed tax rate and public hearing scheduling (Aug 25)
• Child Safety Fee up to $1.50 on motor vehicle registrations
• Owner contingency up to $400,000 for Coliseum Buildings B & C renovation
• Accept $10,000 TX Reads grant for library program
• Approve bid package for ARPA 3rd Street Water Line Improvements

Juvenile Board

The Ector County Juvenile Board will meet to review and approve the quarterly report for the Youth Center, the Texas Juvenile Justice Department State Aid Budget (including the Salary Adjustment Grant), local budgets, the Director of Juvenile Services salary, and post-adjudication and behavioral health contracts for FY '27. The board will also consider budget line-item transfers and receive an update on the new Juvenile Justice Center.

• Approve Quarterly Report of Ector County Youth Center for period ending June 30, 2026
• Approve Texas Juvenile Justice Department State Aid Budget and Salary Adjustment Grant for FY '27
• Approve Local Budgets for FY '27
• Approve salary of Director of Juvenile Services for FY '27
• Budget line-item transfers totaling $2,973 (e.g., $2,940 to Uniform Supplies, $33 to Detention Supplies)

Commissioners' Court

The Ector County Commissioners' Court will discuss courthouse material selections and optimization options. The body is also deciding on the appointment of election officials for 2026-2028 and reviewing several infrastructure and development proposals.

• Approval of election judges, co-judges, early voting clerks, and the ballot board for 2026-2028
• Bid award for Public Works Trucking/Hauling Services to Tellus Services and L&C Safety
• Acceptance of a 0.222-acre land donation from Judy Barker in Westover Acres
• Site plan approval for Kellus Turner Community Center, including removal of baseball diamonds
• Installation of 4-way stop signs at Skyline Ave/Centergate St, Ponderosa Dr/56th St, and E Pondview St/S Cuspid Ave

The Ector County Commissioners' Court approved the Kellus Turner Community Center site plan, including removal of baseball diamonds and concession stands, and approved several other items such as election worker appointments, AI compliance training, a trucking/hauling bid, land donation, easement agreement, and multiple development applications. All votes were 4-0 except for the Moss Avenue Design agreement (3-1) and the real estate Option A (3-1).

• Approved Kellus Turner Community Center site plan with removal of baseball diamonds and concession stands (4-0)
• Approved election judges, co-judges, early voting clerks, and ballot board for 2026-2028 (4-0)
• Approved AI compliance training for all county employees by August 31, 2026 (4-0)
• Awarded trucking/hauling services bid to Tellus Services and L&C Safety (4-0)
• Accepted 0.222-acre land donation from Judy Barker (4-0)
• Approved easement and right-of-way agreement with Oncor Electric Delivery Company (4-0)
• Approved Moss Avenue Design professional services agreement with Kimley-Horn (3-1)
• Approved three MHRC development proposals at 124 S. Toucan Ave, 1851 N. Stockton Ave, and 2345 S. FM 866 (4-0 each)

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The Commissioners' Court will consider a tax abatement agreement for a 20.321-acre tract on West Murphy Street. The body will also review several budget amendments, property contracts, and development applications.

• Public hearing for Tax Abatement Agreement with EMPower USA, LLC on West Murphy Street
• Budget amendment for Capital Projects Professional Services for $122,000.00
• Budget amendment for Sheriff Departmental Furniture & Equipment for $22,600.00
• Unimproved Property Contract for 1.195-acre tract off 3rd Street to complete connection to FM 866
• Road closure request for 47th Street on August 1, 2026, for a Car Show/Pop-Up Market

The Commissioners' Court approved a land contract for a 1.195-acre tract to finish a road connection. Other actions included approving sheriff's office fees, library personnel changes, and several development applications. A tax abatement agreement for EMPower USA, LLC was withdrawn.

• Approved unimproved property contract for 1.195-acre tract off 3rd Street (5-0)
• Approved 2027 Civil Fees for the Ector County Sheriff's Office (5-0)
• Approved donation of firearms from Ector County Law Enforcement Association (5-0)
• Approved road closure on 27th Street for August 1st Car Show/Pop-Up Market (5-0)
• Approved sale by auction of assets on the July 2026 Auction List (5-0)
• Approved RFP specifications for Coliseum marketing and event services (5-0)
• Approved reclassifying Managing Librarian to Librarian- Youth Services with step increase (5-0)
• Approved MHRC Development Applications for 14977 N. Aster Ave, 10137 W. 18th St, and 2517 N. Westcliff Rd (5-0)

Juvenile Board

The Ector County Juvenile Board will meet to consider approving a $9,050 budget transfer for educational travel, UAs, furniture, and an audit. They will also discuss creating a Clinical Care Supervisor position and approving the quarterly report for the Youth Center ending March 31, 2026. Additionally, the board will act on appointments to the Juvenile Court Appointment List.

• Approve budget transfers totaling $9,050 from Equipment Maintenance & Repair to Educational Travel ($4,500), UAs ($3,000), Dept Furniture ($1,050), and Independent Audit ($500)
• Consider creating a Clinical Care Supervisor position and salary scale
• Approve Matthew Bazeley for appointment to the Juvenile Court Appointment List
• Remove Roxane Blount from the Juvenile Court Appointment List
• Receive update on the new Juvenile Justice Center

The Ector County Juvenile Board unanimously approved the quarterly reports, budget amendments, a new Clinical Care Supervisor/Coordinator position with a salary range of $34.62-$37.47 per hour, and the appointment of Matthew Bazeley to the Juvenile Court Appointment List. The board also unanimously approved the removal of Roxane Blount from the same list. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from March 23, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved quarterly reports for period ending March 31, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved department budget amendments (unanimous)
• Approved Clinical Care Supervisor/Coordinator position and salary scale (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Matthew Bazeley to Juvenile Court Appointment List (unanimous)
• Approved removal of Roxane Blount from Juvenile Court Appointment List (unanimous)

Commissioners' Court

The Ector County Commissioners' Court will discuss and potentially approve a range of items including a $71,347 budget amendment for building maintenance, an ARPA contract for engineering services on the 3rd Street Water Line, and a subdivision plat for Tripp Heights. They will also receive a cost presentation on the Moss Avenue Corridor reconstruction, consider out-of-state travel for library and GIS staff, and review updates on the courthouse design-build project including parking garage alternates. The meeting includes an executive session on real estate discussions with the City of Odessa and future Health Department property.

• Cost presentation for engineering design and construction of Moss Avenue Corridor from University to Yukon
• ARPA contract with Kimley-Horn for the 3rd Street Water Line project
• Subdivision plat application for Tripp Heights, a 100-acre tract in Precinct 4
• Review of courthouse schematic design and approval of notice to proceed with design development
• Donation of $6,202 from Law Enforcement Partners to the Sheriff's Office

The Ector County Commissioners' Court approved the schematic design and budget for the new courthouse, issuing a notice to proceed with design development documents to Butler-Cohen (4-1). The court also approved several contracts, including an ARPA engineering contract for the 3rd Street Water Line Project and a service agreement with Kimley-Horn for the Moss Avenue Corridor. All other agenda items, including donations, travel requests, personnel hires, and budget amendments, were approved unanimously (5-0).

• Approved courthouse schematic design and notice to proceed with design development (4-1)
• Approved ARPA contract with Kimley-Horn for 3rd Street Water Line engineering (5-0)
• Approved Kimley-Horn service agreement for Moss Avenue Corridor public engagement (5-0)
• Approved $6,202 donation from Law Enforcement Partners to Sheriff's Office (5-0)
• Approved reclassifying Managing Librarian to Library Administrator (5-0)
• Approved hiring Assistant District Attorney and Investigator (5-0)
• Approved GLP-1 coverage expansion to prediabetics (5-0)
• Approved $71,347 budget amendment for building maintenance (5-0)

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The Ector County Bail Bond Board will meet June 17 to approve minutes from March 18 and consider applications from Capps Bail Bond, Alexis Bail Bond, and Norma's Bail Bond. A public comment period is also scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from the March 18, 2026 meeting
• Review and potential approval of Capps Bail Bond application
• Review and potential approval of Alexis Bail Bond application
• Review and potential approval of Norma's Bail Bond application

The Board approved the minutes from the October 15, 2025 meeting. New leadership was established with Brooke Hendricks as Chairperson and Michael Griffis as Co-Chairperson. The Board also reviewed an update regarding eBonds representatives contacting courts about a new online system.

• Approved October 15, 2025 minutes
• Elected Hon. Brooke Hendricks as Chairperson
• Elected Hon. Michael Griffis as Co-Chairperson
• Reviewed eBonds representative outreach regarding new online system

Commissioners' Court

The Commissioners' Court will discuss and vote on over 25 items including two large budget amendments totaling $4 million for Coliseum capital improvements, a $180,000 donation to the Sheriff's Office, renewal of mental health deputy and jail services contracts, and a presentation on the 42nd Street and Moss Avenue intersection project. The court will also go into executive session to discuss legal matters, real estate with the City of Odessa, and economic development for "Project Hawk." Public comments on non-agenda items will be heard.

• Approve $180,000 donation from Bustin' for Badges to Ector County Sheriff's Office
• Two budget amendments transferring $1,432,000 and $2,568,000 to Coliseum Capital Fund for improvements
• Approve Amendment No. 1 to the West Odessa Water Project agreement with Kimley-Horn
• Presentation on proposed 42nd Street and Moss Avenue intersection improvement project
• Executive session to discuss economic development for "Project Hawk" and real estate with City of Odessa

The Commissioners' Court approved multiple donations for the Sheriff's Office and South Ector Volunteer Fire Department. The court also authorized various contract renewals, service specifications, and a maintenance technician hire for the Coliseum.

• Approved $180,000.00 donation to Ector County Sheriff's Office (4-0)
• Accepted water well donation for South Ector Volunteer Fire Department (4-0)
• Appointed 2026-2027 Salary Grievance Committee Members (4-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel for Shawn Callendar and Sgt. Kenny Myers (4-0)
• Received presentation on 42nd Street and Moss Avenue intersection project (4-0)
• Approved action regarding future Health Department location (3-1)
• Approved Inmate Communication, Commissary, and Mail Services specifications (4-0)
• Approved Public Works Trucking/Hauling Services specifications (4-0)

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The Commissioners' Court will consider and take action to authorize the Elections Department to canvass vote totals from the Joint Primary Runoff Election held May 26, 2026. This is a procedural step to certify the election results.

• Consider authorizing canvass of vote totals for the Joint Primary Runoff Election of May 26, 2026

The Commissioners' Court voted to permit the Ector County Elections Department to canvass vote totals for the Joint Primary Runoff Election held on May 26, 2026. The motion passed unanimously, 4‑0. The court then adjourned the meeting, also by a 4‑0 vote.

• Authorize Elections Department to canvass vote totals for May 26, 2026 runoff (4-0)
• Adjourn meeting (4-0)

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The Ector County Commissioners' Court will consider a range of items, including a public hearing on a tax‑abatement and Reinvestment Zone application for a 20.321‑acre tract on West Murphy Street. Other actions include approving a donation of $8,000 for bullet‑proof vests, awarding bids for Coliseum renovation and water‑improvement services, and authorizing a $398,255.35 purchase of five Chevy Tahoes for the Sheriff’s Office. The court will also review several development proposals, a street closure, and various financial and legal matters.

• Public hearing on EMPower USA LLC tax‑abatement and Reinvestment Zone for West Murphy Street
• $8,000 donation from Two Rivers Pipeline Construction Co. to the Sheriff’s Office for bullet‑proof vests
• Bid award to Pharr & Company for renovation of Ector County Coliseum Buildings B & C
• Sponsorship and Advertising Agreement granting $15,000 total rights to Odessa Chamber of Commerce for Coliseum ADA ramp
• Purchase of five 2026 Chevy Tahoes for the Sheriff’s Office at a cost of $398,255.35

The court approved the reappointment of Gus Ortega to the PermiaCare Board and an $8,000 donation for sheriff's bullet‑proof vests. It authorized a temporary street closure for a festival, several bid awards for county projects, and a $15,000 three‑year sponsorship for the Coliseum. A Reinvestment Zone designation with tax abatement for EMPower USA was also approved.

• Reappointed Gus Ortega to PermiaCare Board (4-0)
• Approved $8,000 donation from Two Rivers Pipeline for sheriff's vests (4-0)
• Authorized temporary street closure on 47th St. Aug 29 for pop‑market (4-0)
• Approved bid award to Pharr & Company for Coliseum Buildings B&C renovation (4-0)
• Approved bid award to Kimley‑Horn for 3rd Street water‑improvement services (4-0)
• Approved EMPower USA Reinvestment Zone designation and tax abatement (3-1)
• Approved Coliseum sponsorship and advertising agreement with Odessa Chamber (4-0)
• Accepted ECISD deed of property at Kellus Turner Park (4-0)

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The Commissioners' Court will consider adopting a county-wide burn ban for 90 days due to drought and fire danger. They will also discuss a fuel card agreement with Sewell Fleet Management, food truck permit fees, and subdivision plats for Westgate Acres and Gardendale Terrace. Executive sessions are scheduled for airport legal matters and a proposed tax abatement for 'Project Power South'.

• Adopt 90-day county-wide burn ban effective immediately
• Approve fuel card agreement with Sewell Fleet Management
• Discuss food truck permit fees and prorating refunds
• Approve variance application for Westgate Acres Subdivision 7th Filing
• Approve subdivision plat for Gardendale Terrace 4th Filing

The Commissioners' Court approved the library's closure on Saturday, July 4, 2026, by a 5‑0 vote. A county‑wide burn ban was tabled, also 5‑0. The court denied a variance for Westgate Acres Subdivision. Several other items were approved, including a grant application, a partnership renewal, a construction‑materials contract, a subdivision plat, and a clerk fund increase.

• Approved Library closure on July 4, 2026 (5-0)
• Tabled County-wide Burn Ban (5-0)
• Denied Westgate Acres Subdivision variance (5-0)
• Approved Grant application to PBRPC (5-0)
• Approved renewal of GOPB Community Partnership Agreement (5-0)
• Approved Construction Materials Testing contract with Beyond Engineering (5-0)
• Approved Subdivision Plat for Gardendale Terrace (5-0)
• Approved increase of County Clerk Change Fund to $800 (5-0)

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The Commissioners' Court will receive updates on the Ector County Water Project and a road condition report. The body is also considering several contracts, including health grants and airport agreements, and the approval of election officials for the May 26th runoff.

• Immunization Grant FY 2027 amendment adding $191,873.00
• Mobile Food Inspection Services contract not to exceed $106,517.00
• Adjustment of a donation from Parkhill, Smith, and Cooper Inc. from $10,000.00 to $7,238.00
• Total loss declaration and disposal of a 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe (Unit # 1096)
• Subdivision Plat Application for Allsups Pleasant Farms (6.000-acre tract)

The Commissioners' Court approved several proclamations and adjusted a donation. It also authorized key contracts and agreements, including a three‑year airport FBO contract and a $191,873 amendment to the immunization grant for FY 2027. All motions passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved Elder Abuse Awareness Month proclamation (5-0)
• Approved National Police Week & Peace Officers Memorial Day proclamation (5-0)
• Approved altering Parkhill, Smith, and Cooper Inc. donation to $7,238 (5-0)
• Approved Early Voting Clerks and Election Day Judges for May 26, 2026 election (5-0)
• Approved Total Loss Declaration for Sheriff's Office 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe (5-0)
• Approved Invitation for Bid specifications for All‑Season Pre‑Coated Mixture (5-0)
• Approved three‑year CAA Preferred FBO contract for Odessa‑Schlemeyer Field Airport (5-0)
• Approved amendment adding $191,873 to immunization grant FY 2027 (5-0)

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The Commissioners' Court will discuss several large budget amendments for capital projects and building maintenance. The body is also reviewing development applications, library grants, and an interlocal agreement with the City of Odessa.

• Budget amendments totaling $54,031,226 for building maintenance and capital projects
• A $40,500 donation from Barnhart Bolt & Special to the Ector County Sheriff's Office
• A $18,181.75 lease bonus from Venture Royalty Partners for land beneath CR 2020
• Interlocal Agreement with the City of Odessa regarding building permits and inspections
• Subdivision Plat Application for La Junta Estates, 1st Filing (31.16-acres)

The Commissioners’ Court unanimously approved a proclamation designating April 29, 2026 as National Fentanyl Awareness Day. It also approved a $40,500 donation to the Sheriff’s Office, a lease renewal with Financial Fitness, and an interlocal agreement with the City of Odessa. A one‑year extension of the tax‑abatement agreement with Seragio BESS, LLC was approved by a 3‑2 vote. Additional approvals included library grants, an airport safety protocol, and several MHRC development proposals.

• Proclamation National Fentanyl Awareness Day approved (5‑0)
• $40,500 donation to Ector County Sheriff’s Office approved (5‑0)
• Lease Agreement Renewal with Financial Fitness approved (5‑0)
• Interlocal Agreement with City of Odessa approved (5‑0)
• One‑Year Tax Abatement Agreement extension with Seragio BESS, LLC approved (3‑2)
• Airport Post‑Accident Safety Protocol approved (5‑0)
• TX Reads “1000 Books Before Kindergarten” grant accepted (5‑0)
• MHRC Development Proposal for 7523 W. 26th St. approved (5‑0)

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The Commissioners' Court will discuss and vote on a range of items, including public comments, a proclamation for National Crime Victims' Rights Week, and the early voting schedule for the May 26th Joint Primary Runoff Election. They will approve several contracts and agreements, such as a lease renewal for office space, a roof replacement bid, and a request for engineering services for 3rd Street water improvements. The agenda also includes personnel reclassifications and hires, budget amendments, and a budget discussion for the new Juvenile Justice Center construction project. Finally, the court will receive updates on the courthouse project and consider multiple legal matters in executive session.

• Approve purchase of a City Cat 5006 Sweeper for $218,392.84 for the Coliseum
• Approve bid award for Ector County Annex Roof Replacement to Core Commercial Roofing
• Approve lease agreement renewal for office space in the Ector County Annex Building, Room #109
• Discuss budget amendment for the Juvenile Justice Center construction project
• Approve subdivision plat application for Hogares De Rancho, Phase II (132.55 acres)

The court unanimously approved a proclamation for National Crime Victims' Rights Week and the early‑voting schedule, vote‑center locations, and notice for the May 26, 2026 Joint Primary Runoff Election. It also approved the request for qualifications for 3rd Street Water Improvements, a roof‑replacement bid, the TAC property‑insurance renewal, and an agreement with LCA for the Kellus‑Turner Park replat. A personnel reclassification for a Public Works employee was approved by a 3‑2 vote, and a $4,998 budget amendment for Sheriff law‑enforcement supplies passed unanimously.

• Proclamation for National Crime Victims' Rights Week approved (5-0)
• Early Voting Schedule, Election Day Vote Centers, and Notice of Election for May 26 runoff approved (5-0)
• RFQ specifications for 3rd Street Water Improvements approved (5-0)
• Ector County Annex Roof Replacement bid award approved (5-0)
• TAC Property Insurance Renewal Questionnaire approved (5-0)
• Agreement with LCA for Kellus‑Turner Park replat approved (5-0)
• Public Works employee reclassified to Special Projects Foreman approved (3-2)
• Budget amendment for Sheriff law‑enforcement supplies ($4,998) approved (5-0)

Juvenile Board

The Juvenile Board will consider and act on several routine items, including approval of the department's financial statements, audit report, meeting minutes, and quarterly youth center report. It will also vote on specific budget amendments that reallocate $100 and $1,175 among internal accounts. Additional agenda items cover an alternative referral plan with the District Attorney, a contract amendment with Alcohol Monitoring Systems Inc., and a service agreement for the Guardian camera system.

• Approve Financial Statements and Independent Auditor's Report for period ending August 31, 2025
• Approve minutes from the December 12, 2025 meeting
• Approve Quarterly Report of the Ector County Youth Center for period ending December 31, 2025
• Approve budget amendments: move $100 from Prof Services to Other General and $1,175 from Other General to Office Supplies
• Approve Amendment I to the Master Agency Agreement with Alcohol Monitoring Systems Inc. for GPS ankle monitor services

The Ector County Juvenile Board approved the Independent Auditor's Report, the December 12, 2025 minutes, the quarterly reports for 2025, budget amendments, the Alternative Referral Plan with the District Attorney, and an amendment to the GPS ankle‑monitor contract. It also voted unanimously to not renew the department's Guardian camera system service agreement. The meeting adjourned at 9:21 a.m.

• Approved Independent Auditor's Report (unanimous)
• Approved December 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved quarterly reports for 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved department budget amendments (unanimous)
• Approved Alternative Referral Plan/Agreement with District Attorney (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment 1 to Master Agency Agreement with Alcohol Monitoring Systems for GPS ankle monitors (unanimous)
• Voted not to renew Guardian camera system service agreement (unanimous)

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The Ector County Bail Bond Board will meet to vote for a new Chairperson and Co-Chairperson for 2026. The board will also review a request from EBonds representative Christi Mcdowell to conduct a system walkthrough for the courts.

• Election of 2026 Chairperson and Co-Chairperson
• Review of EBonds system walkthrough request by Christi Mcdowell
• Approval of October 15, 2025 meeting minutes

Commissioners' Court

The Commissioners' Court will discuss several budget amendments, including funding for jail and road equipment. The body is also reviewing subdivision plat applications and a concession partnership for the Ector County Coliseum.

• Budget amendment of $2,720,739.00 for Sales Tax Jail Special Departmental Equipment
• Budget amendment of $360,000.00 for Sales Tax Road Department Motor Vehicle Equipment
• Bid award for Ector County Coliseum Concession Partnership Program to Block Entertainment Group, LLC
• Subdivision plat applications for Hogares De Rancho Phase II (132.55 acres), Silver Spur Estates (59.989 acres), and Herrera Subdivision (3.146 acres)
• Resolution to submit the Operation Stonegarden Grant Application to the Office of the Governor

The Commissioners Court authorized the submission of the Operation Stonegarden Grant to the Governor and designated County Judge Dustin Fawcett as the authorized official, passing the resolution 5‑0. They also approved out‑of‑state travel for Marco Dominguez to the Tyler Connect Conference (5‑0) and later approved travel for multiple officials to the Washington Fly‑In (3‑2). The court rejected all proposals for the Office Supplies and Toner/Ink Cartridges RFP (5‑0) and awarded the Coliseum Concession Partnership contract to Block Entertainment Group, LLC (5‑0). Additional agreements and easements, including a professional services amendment, an interlocal anti‑gang agreement, and a blanket refuse collection easement, were all approved unanimously.

• Approved Operation Stonegarden Grant application submission (5-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel for Marco Dominguez to Tyler Connect Conference (5-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel for multiple officials to Washington Fly-In (3-2)
• Rejected all proposals for Office Supplies and Toner/Ink Cartridges RFP‑074 (5-0)
• Awarded Coliseum Concession Partnership contract to Block Entertainment Group, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Professional Services Amendment NR.02 to Agreement NR.500 with CIS (5-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with The Permian Basin Texas Anti‑Gang Center (5-0)
• Approved Blanket Refuse Collection Easement with City of Odessa (5-0)

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The Ector County Commissioners' Court will discuss and decide whether to authorize the Elections Department to canvass the vote totals from the Joint Primary Election held on March 3, 2026. The item is presented by Elections Administrator Elizabeth Sertuche. The meeting includes standard procedural openings and a closing adjournment.

• Authorize the Elections Department to canvass vote totals for the March 3, 2026 Joint Primary Election

The Ector County Commissioners' Court voted unanimously to authorize the Elections Department to canvass the vote totals for the Joint Primary Election held March 3, 2026. The motion was made by Commissioner Gardner, seconded by Commissioner Russell, and passed 5‑0. The court also adjourned the meeting by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved Elections Department canvass of March 3, 2026 primary vote totals (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

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The Ector County Commissioners' Court will consider a series of approvals and actions, including public proclamations, a donation, and several contracts. They will vote on bid specifications for renovating Coliseum Buildings B and C, and on agreements for aerial services, public safety radio upgrades, and a variance for Westgate Acres. Additional items include adding a medication to the county health plan and hiring part‑time LVNs for the Law Enforcement Center.

• Approve $10,000 donation from Parkhill to the Odessa Schlemeyer Field Airport
• Approve Invitation for Bid specifications for renovation of Coliseum Buildings B & C (Project 2026‑IFB‑112)
• Approve SUA Agreement with Motorola Solutions for a 6‑year public safety radio system warranty
• Approve Purchase & Sale Agreement with ECAD for aerial services through Eagleview
• Approve variance application for replat of South Half of Lot 8, Block 11, Westgate Acres

The court adopted two proclamations naming March 2026 as American Red Cross Month and April 2026 as Child Abuse Awareness Month. It also approved a $10,000 donation to the Ector County-Odessa Schlemeyer Field Airport, several contracts and procurement items, and a variance for a Westgate Acres replat.

• Approved proclamation declaring March 2026 "American Red Cross Month" (5-0)
• Approved proclamation declaring April 2026 "Child Abuse Awareness Month" (5-0)
• Approved donation of $10,000 from Parkhill to Ector County-Odessa Schlemeyer Field Airport (4-1)
• Approved Invitation for Bid Specifications for renovation of Ector County Coliseum Buildings B & C (5-0)
• Approved Purchase and Sale Agreement for aerial services with Ector County Appraisal District (5-0)
• Approved SUA Agreement with Motorola Solutions for public safety radio system (5-0)
• Approved hiring of part-time LVNs for the Law Enforcement Center medical staff (5-0)
• Approved variance application for replat of the South Half of Lot 8, Block 11, Westgate Acres (5-0)

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Commissioners' Court

The Ector County Commissioners' Court will consider a range of items, including a $2,720,739 camera system purchase for the jail and sheriff offices, several contract approvals, and road speed limit changes. It will also act on budget amendments, election staffing, and a donation to the sheriff's K‑9 unit. All actions require the County Judge’s signature where noted.

• Approve $2,720,739 camera system purchase for Ector County Jail, Sheriff's Office, and West Annex (Verkada)
• Award Inmate Telephone Services contract (RFP No. 2025‑RFP‑103) to Prodigy Solutions, Inc.
• Lower speed limit on Tripp Avenue from 45 MPH to 35 MPH between I‑20 and 16th Street
• Approve Vehicle Lease Agreement with Sewell Fleet Management
• Approve Easement & Right of Way Agreement with Oncor Electric Delivery Company, LLC at Odessa Schlemeyer Field Airport

The Ector County Commissioners' Court approved a Notice to Proceed for the courthouse schematic design phase and a series of contracts and funding items, including a $500 donation to the sheriff's K‑9 unit, out‑of‑state travel for the Honor Guard, and HAVA funds for poll pads. Two agenda items received no action: the proposed roundabout at 42nd & Moss and the My Preparedness Initiative program. Several approvals were unanimous, while two motions passed with a 4‑1 vote.

• Approved $500 donation to Sheriff's Office K‑9 Unit (5‑0)
• Approved out‑of‑state travel for Honor Guard to National Police Week (5‑0)
• Approved HAVA funds resolution for poll pad reimbursement (5‑0)
• Approved emergency runway repair purchase from Rudi's Paving (4‑1)
• Approved Juvenile Justice Center Agreement with Butler‑Cohen, LLC (4‑1)
• Approved Contract Amendment with HOK Architects for Juvenile Justice Center (5‑0)
• Approved Notice to Proceed for Courthouse schematic design to Butler‑Cohen (5‑0)
• Approved Inmate Telephone Services bid award to Prodigy Solutions, Inc. (5‑0)

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The Ector County Commissioners' Court will attend an open house to present the Ector County Courthouse Design-Build Project. The document states that no court action will be taken, no deliberations will be held, and no court business will be conducted.

• Ector County Courthouse Design-Build Project open house

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The meeting scheduled for January 26, 2026, was canceled. The provided document is a notice for a public open house regarding the Ector County Courthouse Design-Build Project on January 27, 2026, where no court action or business will be conducted.

• Ector County Courthouse Design-Build Open House on January 27, 2026

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