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Parker public meetings in 2025

56 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 22, 2025

Commissioners Court Regular Agenda

Parker County to consider $50K drone program, new sheriff software, and two police Tahoes

The Parker County Commissioners Court will consider multiple public safety and technology items, including a $50,000 drone program, a cloud-based software contract for the Sheriff's Office, and the purchase of two police Tahoes. The agenda also includes routine consent items, presentations, and several approvals for contracts, personnel changes, and maintenance projects.

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✓ Decided: Parker County approves drone program, new sheriff's software, and multiple plats

The Parker County Commissioners Court approved a wide range of items, including a $50,000 drone program, a cloud-based software contract for the Sheriff's Office, and the purchase of two police Tahoes. The court also approved numerous subdivision plats, road material contracts, and various administrative items. Several items were noted as no action, including presentations and some plat approvals.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made by Commissioner Walden and seconded by Commissioner Hale to approve the consent agenda items
4 yea
Judge Deen yea · Conley yea · Walden yea · Hale yea
Mon Dec 8, 2025

Commissioners Court Regular Agenda

Parker County Commissioners to discuss land development and transportation projects

The Commissioners Court will consider several subdivision plats and road maintenance bonds across three precincts. The body will also discuss transportation bond projects, including the Ellis Creek Improvements Project and Oakridge Drive. An executive session is scheduled to discuss land development regulations and county real estate.

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✓ Decided: Parker County approves multiple road, subdivision, and budget actions

The Parker County Commissioners Court approved numerous consent items, including budget adjustments, routine bills, and personnel changes. They also approved several major actions: calling the maintenance bond for the Ellis Creek Improvements Project, approving Oakridge Drive contracts and budget reallocations, and approving the Docusign renewal for the District Attorney's Office. The court also approved multiple subdivision plats, road maintenance bond releases, and property acquisition appraisals for road projects, as well as expanding the Budget Committee and adopting the 2026 holiday calendar.

Thu Dec 4, 2025

Commissioners Court Special Agenda

Parker County Commissioners Court to discuss Justice Center and Jail

The Commissioners Court will meet to consider purchasing requests and budget adjustments. The body will also enter executive session to discuss real estate regarding the Parker County Justice Center and Jail.

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✓ Decided: Parker County approves $51,771 Precinct 2 renovation contract

The Commissioners Court approved a $51,771 contract with JKC Construction for Precinct 2 renovations and accepted a one-year bid from Rainwater Equipment LLC for rainwater harvesting tanks. Budget adjustments for JP 3 renovations were authorized, and no action was taken on the Justice Center and Jail after closed session.

Mon Nov 24, 2025

Commissioners Court Regular Agenda

Parker County Commissioners to vote on zoning plats, contracts, and grants

The Parker County Commissioners Court will meet to approve plats for new subdivisions, authorize contracts including a $34,311.73 retirement payment, and discuss grants for economic development and public safety. The agenda includes routine financial approvals, surplus property auctions, and an executive session on land-use regulations.

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✓ Decided: Parker County approves 2026 joint primary election contract

The Commissioners Court approved a joint primary election services contract for the March 2026 primary and May runoff, and approved multiple purchasing items including a $30,309 total loss offer for a sheriff's vehicle, a new excavator, and a bundled insurance contract. Several items were tabled or received no action, including a JP 3 renovation change order and a Woodlawn Phase Two plat revision, which was later approved after reconsideration. The court also approved various plats, waivers, and interlocal agreements.

Thu Nov 13, 2025

Commissioners Court Special Agenda

Commissioners Court to canvass November 4, 2025 election results

The Commissioners Court will meet to approve the canvass of the November 4, 2025 Constitutional Amendment Election. The body will also consider an order canvassing the returns of a bond election held on the same date.

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✓ Decided: Parker County canvasses Nov. 4 election, approves bond propositions

The Parker County Commissioners Court held a special session to canvass the November 4, 2025 Constitutional Amendment Election and a county bond election. Both canvasses were approved unanimously, and the court approved Propositions A and B from the bond election. No other substantive decisions were made.

Mon Nov 10, 2025

Commissioners Court Regular Agenda

Commissioners to vote on new radio tower, county grants, and subdivision approvals

The Parker County Commissioners Court will meet to approve routine financial reports, contracts, and purchases including a new 400-foot radio tower, vehicle purchases, and software agreements. The court will also hear a public hearing on the Springhill Estates subdivision and discuss grants for public safety equipment and county fire code adoption.

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✓ Decided: Parker County approves multiple road, subdivision, and purchasing items

The Parker County Commissioners Court approved a lengthy consent agenda and numerous individual items, including design services for Thomas Road and Veal Station Road, several subdivision plats, and multiple purchasing authorizations. The court also approved resolutions for grants, an internship agreement with two school districts, and a resolution allowing online auctions for tax foreclosure sales. No action was taken on a proposed county fire code or on updates regarding bond projects and the Justice Center/Jail.

Mon Nov 3, 2025

Commissioners Court Special Agenda

Commissioners Court to hold closed session to consult with attorneys

The Parker County Commissioners Court will meet in a closed session to consult with its attorneys about active land development regulations and other legal matters. After the closed session, the court will reconvene in open session to take any appropriate actions based on the discussion.

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✓ Decided: Parker County commissioners hold closed legal session, take no action

The Parker County Commissioners Court met in special session on November 3, 2025, and immediately entered a closed executive session to consult with attorneys about land development regulations. After reconvening in open session, the court took no action on any item and adjourned. The only formal action was a motion to approve adjournment, which carried.

Mon Oct 27, 2025

Commissioners Court Regular Agenda

Parker County Commissioners Court to discuss burn ban and road projects

The Commissioners Court will consider a 90-day burn ban and discuss transportation contracts for Midway Road and Old Weatherford Road. The body will also review several subdivision plats and a potential property sale in Navarro County.

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✓ Decided: Parker County approves $1M Midway Road increase, TxDOT agreement

The Parker County Commissioners Court approved a series of transportation budget adjustments, including a $1,000,000 increase for the Midway Road project, funded by reductions to the W. N. Woody project ($150,000) and Hutchison Road Phase 2 ($850,000). The court also authorized the County Judge to sign an amended Advanced Funding Agreement with TxDOT for Old Weatherford Road in the amount of $19,708,515. Numerous other items were approved, including subdivision plats, equipment purchases, and personnel reclassifications.

Mon Oct 20, 2025

Commissioners Court Special Agenda

Commissioners to decide on juvenile probation mental health services contract

The Parker County Commissioners Court will meet to decide whether to accept, reject, or renew a request-for-proposal (RFP) for juvenile probation mental health diversionary services. They will also discuss updates to the county’s grant policy and waive a posting requirement for a new strategic projects director position. A closed session is scheduled to consult with attorneys on land development regulations.

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Mon Oct 13, 2025

Commissioners Court Regular Agenda

Parker County Commissioners to vote on grants, contracts, and property issues

The Parker County Commissioners Court will meet to approve routine financial items, grant applications, interlocal agreements, and contracts including a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado purchase and emergency services software. They will also discuss property actions, jail services, and personnel matters.

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✓ Decided: Parker County Court approves jail annex funding, hires strategic projects director

The Parker County Commissioners Court approved designating jail bond funding for a jail annex at Fort Walters, accepted a counter offer for property on Dean Drive, accepted a donated property on Old Weatherford Road, and hired Brian Grimes as Strategic Projects Director at $140,000. The court also approved multiple road agreements, grants, and routine items.

Mon Sep 22, 2025

Commissioners Court Regular Agenda

Parker County to adopt 2025-2026 budget and set property tax rates

The Commissioners Court will vote to adopt the 2025-2026 fiscal year budget and set tax rates for the General Fund, Lateral Road, and Debt Service. The body will also consider several interlocal agreements for jail and dispatch services and approve multiple vehicle purchases.

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✓ Decided: Parker County adopts FY 2025-2026 budget and tax rate

The Commissioners Court approved the FY 2025-2026 budget, increasing the contingency amount to $5.7 million, and set the total tax rate at 0.285070. They also approved the purchase of property at 1105 Santa Fe Drive for $3.2 million, approved multiple vehicle purchases, and approved several subdivision plats and interlocal agreements.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made by Commissioner Holt and seconded by Commissioner Conley to approve
4 yea
Conley yea · Holt yea · Hale yea · Walden yea
Wed Sep 17, 2025

Commissioners Court Budget Agenda

Parker County Commissioners Court to hold public hearing on FY2025-2026 tax rate

The Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing on the proposed tax rate and discuss the General Fund and Precincts budgets for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The body will also consider a road repair contract addendum and a real estate matter.

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✓ Decided: Parker County approves FY2025-26 budget items, including tower purchase

The Commissioners Court approved several budget items for FY2025-26, including a tower purchase (4-1), radio price increases for constables and EOC, a barcode label printer, and an interlocal road repair agreement with Willow Park. A motion to increase the Probate Auditor's pay failed for lack of a second. The court also approved salary increases for Judge Johnson's staff, investigators, and a new Veterans Administrative Assistant position, and approved the FY26 Records Archive Plan.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made by Commissioner Holt and seconded by County Judge Pat Deen to approve of one tower budgeted specifically
2 yea
Conley yea · Holt yea
Tue Sep 9, 2025

Commissioners Court Budget Agenda

Parker County Commissioners Court to review FY2025-2026 budgets

The Commissioners Court will present, discuss, and potentially approve the General Fund budget and Precincts Fund 50 and Funds 1-4 budgets for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The meeting includes reviews of capital requests, employee salaries, and road and bridge allocations.

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✓ Decided: Parker County approves FY2025-2026 budget items, including raises and vehicle purchases

The Commissioners Court approved multiple budget items for FY2025-2026, including a 4% COLA for county and district attorney staff, court coordinators, and other employees; a $79,270 vehicle for Constable PCT 3; and a $2,869,457 rollover. They also approved a one-year Fire Marshal contract with ESD 1, split $900,000 in interest from a TXDOT early payoff among precincts, and allocated $4 million for Juvenile Probation Fund contingency. No action was taken on the OOG Cybersecurity Initiative grant or radio contingency equipment.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made by Commissioner Walden and seconded by Commissioner Holt to approve splitting the $900,000 in interest allocations from the funds for the early payoff from TXDOT for the Rick…
3 yea
Holt yea · Walden yea · Hale yea
Motion was made by Commissioner Conley and seconded by Commissioner Hale to approve a one-year contract with ESD 1 for Fire Marshal, and to move the secretary position to 406
3 yea
Conley yea · Holt yea · Hale yea
Mon Sep 8, 2025

Commissioners Court Regular Agenda

Parker County Commissioners to discuss FY2026 proposed tax rate

The Commissioners Court will vote on the proposed tax rate for FY2026 and discuss funding strategies to defray bond debt for the county jail and justice center. The body will also consider several interlocal agreements for jail and dispatch services.

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✓ Decided: Parker County sets FY2026 tax rate at no-new-revenue level

The Commissioners Court approved a FY2026 total tax rate of 0.285070, matching the no-new-revenue rate, and adopted two resolutions committing future jail and justice center revenues to offset bond debt. The court also approved multiple contracts, plats, and interlocal agreements, and authorized entering a letter of intent for property at 1105 Santa Fe Dr. after executive session.

Thu Sep 4, 2025

Salary Grievance Committee Meeting

Commissioners to hear salary grievances from Parker County elected officials

The Parker County Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing to discuss and take action on salary grievances submitted by elected officials. The meeting is led by County Judge Pat Deen, who will provide background on the grievance process before the hearing.

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Mon Aug 25, 2025

Commissioners Court Budget Agenda

Commissioners to vote on selling county buildings to repay justice bond debt

The Parker County Commissioners Court will decide on two resolutions to sell the District Courts Building (117 Fort Worth Highway) and County Attorney’s Building (101 North Main Street) upon completion of the new Justice Center, using proceeds to repay bond debt. The court will also review and vote on the 2025-2026 general fund budget, including salaries for elected officials and non-elected employees, capital and non-capital budget requests, and road & bridge allocations.

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✓ Decided: Parker County sets salaries, approves raises and capital purchases

The Commissioners Court approved a 4% COLA raise for non-elected employees (excluding Sheriff's Office), a step-in-grade raise for the Sheriff's Department, and a salary plan for elected officials that ties some salaries to the County Auditor's level and gives 5% raises to JPs and Constables. They also approved capital purchases including two radios ($17,000), a pickup ($52,295), and $50,000 for the Soil and Water Conservation District. Several items, including resolutions on using bond proceeds for debt repayment, were discussed but no action was taken.

🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made by Commissioner Conley and seconded by Commissioner Walden to a step in grade for the Sheriff’s Department
3 yea
Conley yea · Walden yea · Hale yea
Motion was made by Commissioner Holt and seconded by County Judge Pat Deen to approve keeping elected official’s salaries flat year over year with no COLA, and to apply to elected officials other…
1 yea
Holt yea
to approve the Commissioners of Precincts 1 through 4, the District Clerk, the County Clerk, the Treasurer, Tax Assessor Collector and the Sheriff, that their salaries be set at the level of the…
3 yea
Conley yea · Walden yea · Hale yea
Motion was made by Commissioner Walden and seconded by Commissioner Holt to approve to leave the allocation the same as previous year, per the formula for distribution, but to reserve the right to…
2 yea
Holt yea · Walden yea
Motion was made by Commissioner Holt and seconded by Commissioner Conley to approve Commissioner Holt’s request to decline his salary increase and COLA
3 yea
Conley yea · Holt yea · Hale yea
Mon Aug 25, 2025

Commissioners Court Regular Agenda

Parker County to hold public hearing on 2025-2026 proposed budget

The Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The body will also discuss election polling locations and staffing for the November 4, 2025 election.

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✓ Decided: Parker County Court approves budget hearing, election plans, and multiple contracts

The Parker County Commissioners Court held a public hearing on the 2025-2026 proposed budget but took no action. The court approved numerous items including election polling locations and contracts for the November 4, 2025 election, a $47,126.67 total loss settlement for a sheriff's vehicle, a $198,223 Volvo excavator purchase, and several interlocal agreements for school resource officers and jail services. A motion to post the Fire Marshal position failed in a 2-3 vote, and the motion to table it also failed.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to create a committee of, himself, Commissioner Hale, Sheriff Authier and County Treasurer Becky McCullough to screen applicants and bring recommendations to the court for job candidates
2 yea · 1 nay
Walden yea · Hale yea · Conley nay
The other 1 item passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Fri Aug 22, 2025

Commissioners Court Budget Agenda

Commissioners Court to review 2025-2026 general fund and precinct budgets

The Commissioners Court will present, discuss, and potentially approve the General Fund and Precincts budgets for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The meeting includes reviews of capital requests, human services, and salary and benefit allocations for various county employees and officials.

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Tue Aug 19, 2025

Commissioners Court Budget Agenda

Commissioners Court to review and approve FY2025-2026 budgets

The Commissioners Court will present, discuss, and approve the General Fund budget and Precincts Fund 50 and Funds 1-4 budgets for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The meeting includes reviews of salary requests, capital projects, and department allocations.

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Mon Aug 18, 2025

Commissioners Court Special Agenda

Commissioners Court to consider calling a bond election for November 4, 2025

The Parker County Commissioners Court will consider an order to call a bond election. The body will also discuss the Parker County Justice Center and Jail and hold a closed session regarding real estate.

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Fri Aug 15, 2025

Commissioners Court Special Agenda

Parker County Commissioners to call November bond election and discuss jail expansion

The Parker County Commissioners Court will meet to decide whether to call a bond election on November 4, 2025, and discuss updates to the Parker County Justice Center and Jail. The court will also hold an executive session to discuss real estate matters before reconvening in open session.

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Thu Aug 14, 2025

Commissioners Court Budget Agenda

Commissioners to vote on 2025-2026 county budget and employee pay

Parker County Commissioners Court will review and likely approve the 2025-2026 general fund budget, precinct budgets, and employee salaries and benefits. The court will also transition county credit cards to a new contract with U.S. Bank.

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✓ Decided: Parker County approves dozens of FY26 capital purchases, mostly for law enforcement

The Commissioners Court approved numerous FY2025-2026 capital and non-capital budget requests, primarily for the Sheriff's Office, Patrol, and other departments, including vehicles, equipment, and building improvements. The court also authorized the Auditor to override the budget for County Attorney office partitions and scanners using FY25 funds. Several items were discussed without action, including the overall General Fund budget, human services requests, and salary/benefit proposals.

Tue Aug 12, 2025

Commissioners Court Budget Agenda

Parker County Commissioners Court to review 2025-2026 fiscal year budgets

The Commissioners Court will present, discuss, and potentially approve the General Fund budget and budgets for Precincts 1-4 for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The meeting includes reviews of employee benefits, salaries, and capital requests.

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Mon Aug 11, 2025

Commissioners Court Regular Agenda

Parker County to consider bond election and proposed FY2026 budget

The Commissioners Court will discuss the proposed FY2026 budget and consider calling a bond election for November 4, 2025. The body is also deciding on several requests for proposals for county services and various interlocal agreements for road repairs.

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Fri Aug 1, 2025

Commissioners Court Special Agenda

Commissioners Court to discuss Parker County Justice Center and Jail

The Commissioners Court will meet to discuss the Parker County Justice Center and Jail. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss real estate.

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Mon Jul 28, 2025

Commissioners Court Regular Agenda

Parker County Commissioners Court to discuss land development and road repairs

The Commissioners Court will review transportation project change orders and interlocal agreements for road repairs with the City of Aledo. The body will also consider several subdivision plats and a grant application for the Texas Historic Courthouse Preservation Program.

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✓ Decided: Parker County approves multiple road, dispatch, and subdivision items

The Commissioners Court approved several transportation change orders, including the Zion Hill and Ellis Creek Level Up projects, and a construction services amendment for Ellis Creek. It also approved consent agenda items, including authorizations to advertise RFPs for juvenile probation services, ash hauling, and brush grinding, plus the acceptance of road signs and a firearms donation. The court approved hiring up to two part-time dispatchers, denied a $536.91 payment to Frontier Communications, and approved interlocal agreements with the cities of Aledo and Reno. Multiple subdivision plats, variances, and waivers were approved across precincts.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made by Commissioner Conley PCT 1 and seconded by Commissioner Hale PCT 4 to approve 2. Approve the final revision for a subdivision known as Arena Place with two (2) lots consisting of…
3 yea
Conley PCT yea · Holt PCT yea · Walden PCT yea
Tue Jul 22, 2025

Commissioners Court Special Agenda

Commissioners Court to consider agreement for Harwell Lake Road work

The Commissioners Court will meet to consider approving an addendum to an Interlocal Agreement with the Town of Peaster. The agreement concerns work on Harwell Lake Road.

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✓ Decided: Parker County approves Peaster road work addendum

The Commissioners Court approved an addendum to the Interlocal Agreement with the Town of Peaster for work on Harwell Lake Road. The motion passed unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

Tue Jul 22, 2025

Commissioners Court FY2026 Budget Workshop Agenda

Parker County Commissioners Court to review FY2026 budget requests

The Commissioners Court will hold a workshop to discuss and receive presentations on budget requests for various county departments. The meeting focuses on planning the FY 2026 County Budget.

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Tue Jul 15, 2025

Commissioners Court FY2026 Budget Workshop Agenda

Parker County Commissioners Court to review FY2026 budget requests

The Commissioners Court will hold a workshop to discuss and receive presentations on budget requests for various county departments. The meeting includes a general discussion and presentation of the FY 2026 County Budget.

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Mon Jul 14, 2025

Commissioners Court Regular Agenda

Parker County Court to consider land commitment for new Justice Center

The Commissioners Court will discuss securing land for a County Justice Center and review various purchasing agreements. The body is also considering updates to transportation projects and changes to the General Fund contingency policy.

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✓ Decided: Parker County Court approves numerous contracts, plats, and policy changes

The Parker County Commissioners Court approved a wide range of routine and substantive items. These included multiple purchasing agreements, technology contracts, and vehicle purchases, as well as several subdivision plats and road-related actions. The court also approved a new policy to consolidate departmental contingency funds into a countywide reserve and authorized steps toward a new County Justice Center.

Mon Jul 7, 2025

Commissioners Court Special Agenda

Commissioners Court to consider courthouse repairs and staff reclassification

The Parker County Commissioners Court will discuss a change order for courthouse exterior repairs and a budget adjustment to reclassify a vacant staff position. The body will also conduct interviews for a Budget Analyst/Grant Coordinator position in executive session.

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Mon Jun 30, 2025

Commissioners Court Special Agenda

Parker County considers applying for 2025 Help America Vote Act funds

The Commissioners Court will consider applying for a disbursement from the Texas Secretary of State. The body will also review the 2024 Annual Financial Report.

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Thu Jun 26, 2025

Commissioners Court Special Agenda

Commissioners Court to discuss Fire Marshal position

The Parker County Commissioners Court will meet to discuss personnel matters in a closed session. The body may take action regarding the Fire Marshal position.

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✓ Decided: Parker County contracts with ESD 1 for Fire Marshal services at $30,000/month

The Parker County Commissioners Court voted unanimously to contract with ESD 1 for Fire Marshal services at a rate of $30,000 per month. Funding will come from the Contract and Services line in the Fire Marshal's budget, with any additional costs covered by contingency funds. The decision was made after a closed session on personnel matters.

Mon Jun 23, 2025

Commissioners Court Regular Agenda

Parker County Commissioners Court to review land plats and transportation projects

The Commissioners Court will discuss several transportation project contracts and review numerous subdivision plats and variances across three precincts. The body is also considering a 'No Thru Truck Zone' ordinance for Shadle Road and the lease of a Volvo Large Wheel Loader for Precinct 1.

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Fri Jun 13, 2025

Commissioners Court Special Agenda

Commissioners Court to discuss Fire Marshal position

The Parker County Commissioners Court will meet to discuss personnel matters in a closed session. Following the executive session, the court will reconvene in open session to take action regarding the Fire Marshal position.

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✓ Decided: Parker County takes no action on Fire Marshal position

The Parker County Commissioners Court met in special session on June 13, 2025, and discussed the Fire Marshal position in closed session. After reconvening in open session, the court took no action on the item. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

Mon Jun 9, 2025

Commissioners Court Regular Agenda

Parker County considers budget transfers and transportation projects

The Commissioners Court will discuss road construction for the Ric Williamson Memorial Highway and various budget adjustments. The body is also reviewing contracts for court fine collection and interlocal agreements for road repairs and inmate housing.

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✓ Decided: Parker County approves multiple contracts, plats, and budget transfers

The Parker County Commissioners Court approved a consent agenda, several purchasing items including a Mack truck and a dispatch expansion change order, a contract for collection of fines and fees, and multiple budget transfers. It also approved numerous subdivision plats and related items, and authorized the County Judge to sign a letter of support for a Foreign-Trade Zone. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made by Commissioner Walden PCT 3 and seconded by Commissioner Hale PCT 4 to approve 2. Authorization to Advertise PC25-26 Road Signs & Related Materials. (Kim Rivas / Judge Deen)
4 yea · 1 nay
Conley PCT yea · Holt PCT yea · Walden PCT yea · Hale PCT yea · Walden) nay
Motion was made by Commissioner Walden PCT 3 and seconded by Commissioner Holt PCT 2 to approve 5. RFP PC25-20 Collection of Fines & Fees JP Courts action to approve a contract with Perdue Brandon…
4 yea · 1 nay
Conley PCT yea · Holt PCT yea · Walden PCT yea · Hale PCT yea · Judge Deen) nay
Motion was made by Commissioner Walden PCT 3 and seconded by Commissioner Hale PCT 4 to approve C. Discuss/Take action on Construction Phase Services contract for Ric Williamson Memorial Highway…
4 yea · 1 nay
Conley PCT yea · Holt PCT yea · Walden PCT yea · Hale PCT yea · Walden) nay
The other 47 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue May 27, 2025

Commissioners Court Amended Regular Agenda

Parker County Court to discuss jail planning and various road projects

The Commissioners Court will consider several interlocal agreements for inmate housing and a new committee for jail planning. The body is also reviewing transportation project change orders and various subdivision plat variances.

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✓ Decided: Parker County Court approves tax abatement, inmate housing deals, and multiple road projects

The Parker County Commissioners Court approved a tax abatement agreement with Encore Oilfield Services LLC, interlocal agreements for inmate housing with Wise, Haskell, and Jack counties, and multiple road-related actions including right-of-way acquisitions and change orders. The court also approved several subdivision plats and variances, and took action on property acquisitions for road widening projects.

Mon May 19, 2025

Commissioners Court Special Agenda

County to discuss jail and justice center site study and land acquisition

The Parker County Commissioners Court will convene in executive session to discuss real estate, followed by an open session to consider and potentially take action on a proposal for the Parker County Justice Center and Jail study site and land acquisition. The agenda contains only this substantive item and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Parker County approves $330K for jail and justice center study

The Parker County Commissioners Court held a special session on May 19, 2025, primarily in closed session to discuss real estate related to the Justice Center and Jail study site proposal. After reconvening in open session, the court approved an additional $330,000 expenditure to HDR for the Jail and Justice Center estimate, funded from Contingency. The meeting adjourned immediately after.

Mon May 12, 2025

Commissioners Court Amended Regular Agenda

Parker County Commissioners Court to discuss jail planning and road restrictions

The Commissioners Court will consider several infrastructure projects, including jail expansion and planning. The body will also review multiple subdivision plats and discuss establishing 'No-Thru Truck Zones' in Precinct Two.

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✓ Decided: Parker County approves numerous plats, contracts, and appointments

The Parker County Commissioners Court approved a wide range of items, including multiple subdivision plats, variances, and waivers, as well as contracts for a grapple truck, jail expansion change order, and various services. They also approved appointments, bond oaths, and several interlocal agreements. Several items were discussed with no action taken, including legal options for development impacts and the Justice Center update.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made by Commissioner Holt PCT 2 and seconded by Commissioner Walden PCT 3 to approve. Discussion: Commissioner Walden presented information to the Court
3 yea
Holt PCT yea · Walden PCT yea · Hale PCT yea
Tue Apr 29, 2025

Commissioners Court Special Agenda

Commissioners Court to discuss Justice Center feedback

The Commissioners Court will meet to discuss and take action on options regarding feedback for the Justice Center. The meeting is scheduled for April 29, 2025.

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✓ Decided: Parker County to hold Nov. 2025 bond election for Justice Center and Jail

The Parker County Commissioners Court voted 3-2 to place a bond issue for the Justice Center and Jail on the November 2025 election ballot. The motion was made by Commissioner Walden and seconded by Commissioner Hale, with Commissioners Holt, Walden, and Hale voting in favor, and Judge Deen and Commissioner Conley voting against. The special session also included a motion to adjourn, which carried.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made by Commissioner Walden PCT 3 and seconded by Commissioner Hale PCT 4 that we utilize the November 2025 election date for a bond issue for the Justice Center and the Jail
3 yea
Holt yea · Walden yea · Hale yea
Mon Apr 28, 2025

Commissioners Court Amended Regular Agenda

Parker County Commissioners Court to consider Eagle Ridge Estates Phase 2 final plat (129.70 acres)

The Parker County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting on April 28, 2025, to consider a range of administrative and development items. Key actions include approval of several subdivision plats, contracts for dispatch expansion and radio upgrades, and adoption of the FY 2026 budget calendar. The court will also discuss filling a vacant board seat and proclaiming May 11 as Children's Mental Wellness Day.

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✓ Decided: Parker County approves multiple plats, property purchases, and contracts

The Parker County Commissioners Court approved numerous consent items, including budget adjustments, payroll, and reports. They also approved several subdivision plats, property acquisitions, and contracts, including the Motorola upgrade change orders and a Dispatch Expansion proposal. The court took no action on the Muslims United Phase 2 plat, deferring it to a future meeting.

Thu Apr 17, 2025

Commissioners Court Special Agenda

Court to vote on $276,685 road improvement for Oak Tree Drive and Court

The Commissioners Court will consider ordering a road improvement project on Oak Tree Drive and Oak Tree Court in Precinct 2, with a total assessment not exceeding $276,685 ($9,222.86 per lot). The agenda also includes routine consent items for line-item budget adjustments. The meeting is primarily focused on approving this specific assessment.

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✓ Decided: Parker County approves $276,685 road improvement assessment

The Commissioners Court approved line-item budget adjustments and voted to declare/canvass the vote on a road improvement assessment for Oak Tree Drive and Oak Tree Court, not to exceed $276,685 total or $9,222.86 per lot. Both motions carried unanimously. The meeting was brief and procedural, with no other substantive decisions.

Mon Apr 14, 2025

Commissioners Court Regular Agenda

County to consider TxDOT agreement for FM 5/Bankhead Hwy intersection

The Parker County Commissioners Court will consider routine consent items including budget adjustments, payroll, and purchasing contracts. Notable action items include approving the TxDOT Advance Funding Agreement for the FM 5/Bankhead Highway intersection, authorizing construction phase services for the Johnson Bend Road and Green Acres Road realignment, and discussing an update on opioid abatement settlement funds. The court will also act on several subdivision plats, speed limit changes, and interlocal agreements for dispatch services and road repairs.

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✓ Decided: Parker County Court approves road, subdivision, and contract items

The Commissioners Court approved consent items, including budget adjustments and routine bills, with an exception for a $119,730 STI Asphalt invoice. They approved multiple transportation projects, including construction phase services for Johnson Bend Rd. and Green Acres Rd. realignment, and engineering design contracts for FM 5/Bankhead intersection and Bankhead Bridge. The court also approved speed limit changes, subdivision plats and revisions, interlocal agreements for road repairs, and various contracts and purchases.

Mon Mar 24, 2025

Commissioners Court Regular Agenda

Commissioners to consider property tax abatement for Fort Worth Power Core, LLC

The Parker County Commissioners Court will meet to consider a property tax abatement for Fort Worth Power Core, LLC, approve multiple equipment purchases for Precinct 3, and review several subdivision plats. They will also discuss interlocal agreements for inmate housing with Somervell and Wise counties, and go into closed session to discuss real estate, personnel, and jail security.

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Mon Mar 24, 2025

Commissioners Court Regular Agenda

Tax abatement for Fort Worth Power Core, LLC to be considered by Parker County Commissioners

The Parker County Commissioners Court will consider a property tax abatement for Fort Worth Power Core, LLC, as well as multiple subdivision plats, interlocal inmate housing agreements, and purchases of heavy equipment. The meeting also includes consent items, presentations on master gardeners and transportation, and an executive session on real estate, personnel, and security.

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Mon Mar 24, 2025

Commissioners Court Special Agenda

Commissioners Court to decide on change order for sidewalk/curb contract

The Parker County Commissioners Court will discuss and take action on Change Order #2 for RFP PC24-63, a concrete sidewalks and curbing project at the PCSO Patrol Building. No other substantive items are on the agenda; the meeting concludes with adjournment.

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Tue Mar 11, 2025

Commissioners Court Special Agenda

Commissioners Court to consider adopting NCTCOG Clean Fleet and Idle Reduction policies

The Parker County Commissioners Court will discuss and potentially adopt two environmental policies from the North Central Texas Council of Governments: a Clean Fleet Policy and an Idle Reduction Policy. The meeting is a regular session with these two substantive items before adjournment. The court may also enter executive session as needed.

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Mon Mar 10, 2025

Commissioners Court Regular Agenda

Parker County Commissioners Court to discuss land development and subdivision rules

The Commissioners Court will consider several subdivision plats and the selection of an engineering firm to update subdivision rules. The body is also deciding on various contracts, including election services and a lease for the Second Saturday Market parking lot.

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Mon Feb 24, 2025

Commissioners Court Regular Agenda

Court to vote on resolution opposing elimination of county-wide polling place program

The Parker County Commissioners Court will consider a resolution opposing the elimination of the County Wide Polling Place Program, along with other items including a $1.28 million grant for emissions reduction, a $75,000 donation of ballistic vests, and multiple subdivision plats. The court will also go into executive session to discuss land development regulations and the Justice Center real estate. Consent items cover budget adjustments, payroll, and routine reports.

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✓ Decided: Parker County accepts $1.28M TERP grant for natural gas vehicles

The Parker County Commissioners Court approved a $1,279,733.60 contract under the Texas Emissions Reduction Plan (TERP) for the Natural Gas Vehicle Grant Program and ratified the related grant contract. The court also approved numerous routine items, including several subdivision plats, appointments, proclamations, and a $75,000 donation of ballistic protection equipment. All votes were unanimous.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made by Commissioner Walden PCT 3 and seconded by Commissioner Conley PCT 1 to approve E. Consider/Approve the appointments of Sandra Thomas, Linda Murdock, and Vickie Ballow for…
4 yea · 1 nay
Conley PCT yea · Holt PCT yea · Walden PCT yea · Hale PCT yea · Judge Deen) nay
The other 33 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Feb 13, 2025

Commissioners Court Special Agenda

Parker County Commissioners Court considers creating Emergency Services District No. 10, calls election

The court will conduct a public hearing on the creation of Parker County Emergency Services District No. 10 within the City of Reno. They are expected to approve the petition and order an election to confirm the district and authorize a tax rate not to exceed the constitutional limit. Other items include selecting newspapers for public notices and approval of a preliminary energy assessment by the State Energy Conservation Office.

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Mon Feb 10, 2025

Commissioners Court Regular Agenda

Parker County Commissioners Court to discuss Justice Center real estate in closed session

The court will consider consent items including budget adjustments, payroll, and purchasing waivers. They will vote on several subdivision plats and revisions with public hearings. They will also hold an executive session to discuss real estate for the Parker County Justice Center and countywide security.

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✓ Decided: Parker County Court approves multiple subdivision plats and service agreements

The Parker County Commissioners Court approved numerous consent agenda items, including the RFP for vending services, a resolution for Willow Park strategic planning, the Mooring USA auto registration expansion agreement, and several other contracts and bonds. The court also approved multiple subdivision plats and revisions across all precincts, and tabled the Crown Castle Agreement Amendment #4 for the Old Agnes Rd. tower. No action was taken on several items, including a purchasing policy waiver and a groundwater study waiver.

Thu Jan 30, 2025

Commissioners Court Special Agenda

Parker County Commissioners Court to interview for Budget Analyst/Grant Coordinator

The Commissioners Court will meet in executive session to discuss personnel matters, specifically conducting interviews for the open Budget Analyst/Grant Coordinator position. After the closed session, the court will reconvene in open session to consider any action on the matter. The agenda includes no other items besides adjournment.

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Mon Jan 27, 2025

Commissioners Court Regular Amended Agenda

Parker County Court to discuss subdivision reviews and state water supply

The Commissioners Court will consider hiring a third-party engineering firm to review new subdivisions and update subdivision ordinances. The body will also discuss long-term state water supply plans and the impacts on Parker County.

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Tue Jan 21, 2025

Commissioners Court Special Agenda

Court considers creating Emergency Services District No. 10

The Commissioners Court will discuss and potentially take action to accept a petition and order a public hearing. This action concerns the creation of Parker County Emergency Services District No. 10 within the City of Reno.

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Mon Jan 13, 2025

Commissioners Court Regular Agenda

Parker County Commissioners to consider water rule changes, $42,897 road grant, and new subdivisions

The Parker County Commissioners Court will discuss amending subdivision rules on water availability, consider a $42,897 TxDOT grant for road materials, hold a public hearing on road improvements in Oak Tree Ranch Estates, and vote on multiple subdivision plats and waivers. The consent agenda includes routine financial reports and various purchasing contracts. An executive session is scheduled to discuss pending litigation (Silver Spurs Ranch) and potential real estate transactions (705 Johnson St, 111 Green Acres Rd, Justice Center).

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✓ Decided: Court approves TxDOT road repair request, subdivision plats, and multiple contracts

The Parker County Commissioners Court approved a $42,897 request to TxDOT for surplus materials to repair county roads, along with multiple subdivision plats, contract renewals, and appointments. The court also approved a change to subdivision rules regarding driveway distances and authorized actions related to several properties and pending litigation. All votes were unanimous except for one on the Silver Spurs Ranch litigation, which passed 4-1.

🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made by Commissioner Walden PCT 3 and seconded by Commissioner Holt PCT 2 to approve 2. Gun Safe for Surplus Auctions. (Kim Rivas / Judge Deen)
4 yea · 1 nay
Conley PCT yea · Holt PCT yea · Walden PCT yea · Hale PCT yea · Judge Deen) nay
Motion was made by Commissioner Walden PCT 3 and seconded by Commissioner Holt PCT 2 to approve 4. Accept/Reject/Renew PC22-08 Hauling of Hot Mix. (Kim Rivas / Judge Deen) Minutes-Regular Session…
4 yea · 2 nay
Conley PCT yea · Holt PCT yea · Walden PCT yea · Hale PCT yea · Reject nay · Judge Deen) nay
Motion was made by Commissioner Holt PCT 2 and seconded by Commissioner Walden PCT 3 to approve 8. Accept/Reject/Renew PC24-25 Hauling Services. (Kim Rivas / Judge Deen)
4 yea · 2 nay
Conley PCT yea · Holt PCT yea · Walden PCT yea · Hale PCT yea · Conley) nay · Judge Deen) nay
The other 23 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Fri Jan 3, 2025

Commissioners Court Special Agenda

Commissioners Court to approve official bond for Constable Precinct 2

The Commissioners Court will meet to consider the approval of the official bond for Joe Harris, Jr., Constable Precinct 2.

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