Lamar County public meetings in 2025
43 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Commissioners Court
The Lamar County Commissioners Court will discuss and possibly act on several items, including a proposed burn ban for unincorporated areas due to hot, dry weather. They will receive updates on courthouse repairs, consider a revised service agreement with Optimum Enterprise for internet service, review line‑item budget transfers, and approve payment of claims, payroll and other bills.
- Consider issuing a burn ban for outdoor burning in unincorporated county areas (Section 352.081, Texas Local Government Code)
- Update and status on repairs to the courthouse and other county property
- Approve revised service agreement with Optimum Enterprise, the county’s Internet Service Provider
- Review line‑item transfers for various county offices
- Approve payment of claims, payroll and other bills
The court unanimously approved the Smallwood Construction estimate to repair the District Clerk’s office. It also approved payment of all claims, payroll and other bills presented by the auditor. The court authorized purchase of $20 Walmart gift cards for employees in lieu of a Christmas party. Finally, it approved a revised service agreement with Optimum Enterprise, changing the governing law to Texas.
- Approved Smallwood Construction quote for District Clerk’s office repairs (unanimous)
- Approved payment of claims, payroll and other bills from Auditor’s office (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of $20 Walmart gift cards for employees as alternative to Christmas party (unanimous)
- Approved revised service agreement with Optimum Enterprise, changing governing law to Texas (unanimous)
- Approved adjournment of the meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Lamar County Election Commission will hold a meeting on December 11, 2025, to discuss personnel matters and potentially take action during an executive session.
- Executive session for personnel discussion and potential action
- Discussion regarding executive session procedures
- Meeting location: Jury Room, Lamar County Courthouse, 119 North Main Street
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will consider the reappointment of Steve Earley to the Lakes Regional Community Center Board of Trustees. The body will also review bids for diesel and unleaded gasoline, as well as road materials. Additionally, the court will discuss the 2026 meeting schedule and courthouse repairs.
- Reappointment of Steve Earley to the Board of Trustees of Lakes Regional Community Center (Resolution No. R2025-018)
- Bids for the purchase of unleaded gasoline and diesel fuel
- Bids for the purchase of road materials
- Review of County Auditor’s monthly financial report for the period ending October 2025
- Determination of the 2026 regular term meeting day and holiday schedule
The Commissioners Court unanimously reappointed Steve Earley to the Lakes Regional Community Center Board for a two‑year term. It adopted an order setting regular meetings for the second and fourth Monday of each month at 9:00 a.m. and approved a modified meeting calendar for 2026. The Court also approved numerous procurement bids, line‑item transfers, and payment of claims.
- Reappointed Steve Earley to Lakes Regional Community Center Board (2‑year term) – approved (unanimous)
- Adopted order to meet on the second and fourth Monday each month at 9:00 a.m. – approved (unanimous)
- Approved modified meeting schedule for fiscal year 2026 – approved (unanimous)
- Accepted Bobby Smallwood Construction bid to repair courthouse entrance doors for $15,990.00 – approved (unanimous)
- Accepted multiple road‑material bids (culverts, rock, asphalt, rock hauling, emulsion, dirt, road stabilizer) – approved (unanimous)
- Accepted bids from Petroleum Traders, Offen Petroleum and Global Montello Group for unleaded gasoline and diesel – approved (unanimous)
- Approved line‑item transfers for various county offices – approved (unanimous)
- Approved payment of claims, payroll and other bills as submitted by the Auditor’s office – approved (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Lamar County Commissioners Court will consider a series of lease renewals for office space in the county building at 2673 North Main, including the SAFE‑T Crisis Center and Texas Crime Stoppers. Commissioners will also discuss a road‑use agreement for Precinct 1 and approve final plats for the Pattonville 37 Addition and Meadow Lake Estates subdivisions. A key item is Resolution R2025‑016, which would commit county funds to a TxDOT project to replace the bridge on County Road 15500 at Big Sandy Creek and to perform five equivalent‑match projects. Additional actions include selling surplus equipment to Fannin County for $12,500, approving a Lexis Nexis contract for the county attorney’s office, and authorizing various financial and administrative items.
- Approve one‑year lease for SAFE‑T Crisis Center offices (including office behind front glass window and office #206) at 2673 North Main, Jan 1–Dec 31 2026
- Approve one‑year lease for Texas Crime Stoppers office #205 at 2673 North Main, Jan 1–Dec 31 2026
- Approve Resolution R2025‑016 to fund TxDOT bridge replacement on County Road 15500 at Big Sandy Creek and to perform five Equivalent Match Projects
- Sell surplus equipment to Fannin County Precinct 3 for $12,500
- Approve contract with Lexis Nexis for the county attorney’s office
The Lamar County Commissioners’ Court unanimously approved several lease agreements, an inter‑local emergency agreement with Fannin County, and a resolution to fund the TxDOT bridge replacement at Big Sandy Creek. It also rescinded the outdoor burning restriction, authorized the sale of surplus equipment to Fannin County for $12,500, and approved a contract with Lexis Nexis for the county attorney’s office.
- Approved one‑year lease renewal for SAFE‑T Crisis Center offices 1 & 206 (2026) – unanimous
- Approved Inter‑Local Agreement with Fannin County Precinct 3 for emergency equipment and manpower – unanimous
- Approved Resolution R2025‑016 to fund TxDOT bridge replacement at Big Sandy Creek – unanimous
- Approved rescinding of the outdoor burning restriction (Burn Ban) – unanimous
- Approved sale of surplus items to Fannin County for $12,500 – unanimous
- Approved lease/MOU for Texas Crime Stoppers office #205 (2026) – unanimous
- Approved final plat for Pattonville 37 Addition – unanimous
- Approved contract with Lexis Nexis for the county attorney’s office – unanimous
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will meet to discuss and potentially take action on burn ban restrictions. The body will also consider a lease agreement for a copier for the Veterans Service Office.
- Burn ban restrictions
- Copier lease agreement with Function 4 for the Veterans Service Office
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss issuing a burn ban for unincorporated areas due to dry conditions. The body is also considering final plats for Cedar Meadow Estates and Meadow Lake Estates, as well as canvassing votes for the November 4 special election.
- Proposed burn ban for unincorporated portions of the county
- Final plat approval for Cedar Meadow Estates (Precinct 2) and Meadow Lake Estates (Precinct 3)
- One-year renewal of Space License Agreement for American National Red Cross at 2673 North Main
- Subscription agreement with The Fire Home, Inc. for volunteer fire department dispatch
- Special budget adoption for $20,855 in road damage funds from Oncor Electric Delivery Company
The court unanimously adopted a 30‑day outdoor burn ban due to dry conditions. It also approved a series of community actions, including a Tree of Angels week proclamation, a lease renewal for the American Red Cross, a new fire‑dispatch contract with The Fire Horn, and the final plat for Cedar Meadow Estates. Additional approvals covered appointing Don Biard to the Appraisal District board, allowing Turning Point USA to use the courtroom, and confirming the bond for Constable Tyler Anderson.
- Adopted Tree of Angels week proclamation (unanimous)
- Approved one‑year lease renewal for American Red Cross office space (unanimous)
- Approved subscription agreement with The Fire Horn, Inc. for fire dispatch (unanimous)
- Approved 30‑day outdoor burn ban effective immediately (unanimous)
- Approved final plat for Cedar Meadow Estates (unanimous)
- Allocated 972 votes to appoint Don Biard to Appraisal District Board (unanimous)
- Approved use of courthouse courtroom by Turning Point USA on Nov 13, 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved Official Bond and Oath for Constable Precinct 4, Tyler Anderson (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Lamar County Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting on Oct. 29, 2025. The court will receive a letter from Stephanie Lee, Chief Appraiser of the Lamar County Appraisal District, and consider a written resolution to nominate board member(s) for the district, which has an open board election this year. The meeting also includes the customary pledge of allegiance and adjournment.
- Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. Flag and the Texas Flag
- Receive letter from Stephanie Lee, Chief Appraiser, about open board election for the Lamar County Appraisal District
- Consider written resolution to nominate board member(s) for the Appraisal District Board of Directors
- Adjourn
The Commissioners' Court adopted a resolution nominating Don Biard to the Lamar County Appraisal District Board of Directors. The motion was moved by Commissioner Lonnie Layton, seconded by Commissioner Kevin Anderson, and approved unanimously (3-0). The Court also voted to adjourn the meeting, which passed unanimously.
- Nominate Don Biard to Appraisal District Board – Approved (3-0)
- Adjourn meeting – Approved (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Lamar County Commissioners Court will consider several actions, including appointing Amanda Jackson to the County Child Welfare Board and approving inter‑local agreements for an auto‑theft task force and a motor‑grader loan to Red River County. An executive session will be held to discuss economic development negotiations for Project Star Anchor. Additional items include updates to the AirMedCare contract, a burn‑ban proposal, and routine property and payroll matters.
- Appointment of Amanda Jackson to the Lamar County Child Welfare Board
- Executive session discussion of Project Star Anchor economic development negotiations
- Inter‑local agreement with the City of Paris for the Northeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force (Resolution No. R2025-014)
- Inter‑local agreement providing a motor grader and operator to Red River County Precinct 1 for County Road 1220
- Proposal to issue a burn ban for unincorporated areas of Lamar County
The Lamar County Commissioners’ Court unanimously approved several actions, including appointing Amanda Jackson to the Child Welfare Board and entering an inter‑local agreement with the City of Paris for a joint auto‑theft task force. It also approved a road‑maintenance agreement with Red River County, updated the Nationwide 457(b) deferred compensation program, and adopted the AirMedCare contract for 2025‑2026. Additional routine items such as payment of claims, payroll, and approval of prior meeting minutes were also approved.
- Appointed Amanda Jackson to the Lamar County Child Welfare Board (unanimous)
- Approved inter‑local agreement with Red River County to provide a motor grader for CR 1220 (unanimous)
- Entered and exited an executive session for Project Star Anchor (unanimous)
- Approved AirMedCare agreement for fiscal year 2025‑2026 (unanimous)
- Approved update to the Nationwide 457(b) Deferred Compensation Program (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution R2025‑014 inter‑local agreement with City of Paris for Northeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force (unanimous)
- Approved payment of claims, payroll, and other bills (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from July 12, 2024 and October 13, 2025 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will consider retaining attorney Will Biard for an agreement between the City of Paris and Lamar County. The body will also review courthouse repairs and approve several grant certifications and resolutions.
- Retention of attorney Will Biard for a potential Interlocal Agreement with the City of Paris
- Request for The Paris Downtown Association to use courthouse parking lots for the 16th Annual Evening Christmas Parade on December 6, 2025
- Resolution No. R2025-012 to certify a grant to Lamar County Human Resources Council, Inc. (LCHRC)
- Resolution No. R2025-013 regarding the Indigent Defense Formula Grant Program
- Bids for the purchase of unleaded gasoline, diesel fuel, and road materials
The Commissioners’ Court approved a $14,000 grant to the Lamar County Human Resources Council for home‑delivered meals. It also retained attorney Will Biard with a $5,000 cap for an interlocal agreement, hired a full‑time veteran services officer, and authorized several community and procurement actions. Additional approvals included use of courthouse parking for the Christmas parade, courtroom use by Turning Point USA, and bids for fuel and road materials.
- Approved $14,000 grant to Lamar County Human Resources Council (unanimous)
- Retained attorney Will Biard with $5,000 cap for interlocal agreement (unanimous)
- Authorized full‑time position for Veterans Service Officer Amber Cutshall (unanimous)
- Allowed Paris Downtown Association to use courthouse parking for Christmas parade (unanimous)
- Permitted Turning Point USA to use county courtroom on Oct 30, 2025 (unanimous)
- Authorized bids for purchase of unleaded gasoline and diesel fuel (unanimous)
- Authorized bids for purchase of road materials (unanimous)
- Designated County Judge as official for Indigent Defense Grant Program (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will review proposals for a roof replacement project at the County Clerk annex. The body will also consider an agreement with LeadsOnline and the renewal of AirMedCare memberships for employees and officials.
- Roof replacement proposals from Western Specialty Contractor, S&S Roofing, and North Texas Fab
- Agreement between LeadsOnline and Lamar County
- Certification and special budget for $151,715.00 in HOME Grant funds
- Certification and special budget for $6,316.79 in interest income for the Attorneys Office
- Certification and special budget for $12,868.56 in interest income for the Sheriff's Office
The Commissioners' Court unanimously approved a $499,996 roof replacement for the County Clerk annex. It also approved an agreement with LeadsOnline authorizing the Sheriff to sign related documents. The consent agenda items, including special budgets for a HOME grant and interest income allocations, were adopted. Additional actions included receiving the August 2025 financial report, approving line‑item transfers, paying claims and payroll, and adjourning the meeting.
- Approved $499,996 roof replacement project for County Clerk annex (unanimous)
- Approved agreement with LeadsOnline and authorized Sheriff to sign (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda items 5‑10, adopting special budgets for HOME grant $151,715 and interest income $6,316.79 and $12,868.56 (unanimous)
- Approved receipt of County Auditor’s August 2025 financial report (unanimous)
- Approved line‑item transfers for various offices (first motion, unanimous)
- Approved payment of claims, payroll, and other bills (unanimous)
- Approved second line‑item transfers for various offices (unanimous)
- Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss a settlement offer from Sandoz regarding Texas opioid litigation. The body is also considering contracts for courthouse annex roofing and waterproofing, as well as a final plat for the Hidden Meadows Addition.
- Settlement offers from Sandoz concerning Texas opioid multi-district litigation
- Roof replacement and waterproofing proposals for the County Clerk annex from S&S Roofing and Western Specialty Contractor
- Final plat approval for Hidden Meadows Addition in Precinct 1
- Donation from Waste Management for materials to maintain CR 33900
- Contract proposal with Capex Resources Group for On-Call Services
The Lamar County Commissioners’ Court unanimously approved authorizing requests for proposals and qualifications for administrative and engineering services under the 2024 Disasters Community Development Block Grant. It also approved the Farmers Bank employee appreciation cookout, a contract with Capex Resources for on‑call services, the final plat for Hidden Meadows Addition, a Waste Management donation for County Road 33900, a drone surplus trade‑in, and settlement forms for the opioid litigation. Finally, the Court adopted the consent‑agenda items covering several small‑amount grant certifications and special budgets.
- Approved issuance of RFP and RFQ for 2024 Disasters CDBG‑DR services (unanimous)
- Approved Farmers Bank and Trust employee appreciation cookout on Oct 8, 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved contract with Capex Resources Group for on‑call services (unanimous)
- Approved final plat for Hidden Meadows Addition, Precinct 4 (unanimous)
- Approved Waste Management donation for materials to maintain County Road 33900 (unanimous)
- Approved declaration of existing drone as surplus and trade‑in for new drone (unanimous)
- Approved opioid settlement participation and release forms; Judge authorized to sign (unanimous)
- Approved consent‑agenda items 11‑22 covering various grant certifications and special budgets (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss executing a contract with Flock Group, Inc. for an enhanced LPR package. The body will also consider setting the 2026 fees for the Sheriff and Constables. Additionally, the court will review the disposal of obsolete patrol equipment and seized or county-owned vehicles.
- Contract with Flock Group, Inc. for enhanced LPR package under Task Force grant
- Setting of 2026 Sheriffs’ and Constables’ Fees
- Disposal of obsolete patrol car equipment as surplus or salvage
- Sale of seized 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer via AuctioneerExpress.com
- Sale of county-owned 2015 Dodge Journey, 2019 Chevrolet Silverado, and two 2021 Ford Explorers
The Lamar County Commissioners’ Court unanimously approved a contract with Flock Group, Inc. to receive the enhanced LPR package under the current Task Force grant and authorized the sheriff to execute related documents. The Court also set the 2026 sheriffs’ and constables’ fees, designated obsolete patrol car equipment as surplus for disposal, and declared several seized and county‑owned vehicles surplus, authorizing their sale through AuctioneerExpress.com.
- Approved contract with Flock Group, Inc.; sheriff authorized to sign (unanimous)
- Approved 2026 sheriffs’ and constables’ fee schedule (unanimous)
- Approved designation of excess obsolete patrol car equipment as surplus for disposal (unanimous)
- Approved declaration of listed seized and county‑owned vehicles as surplus and sale via AuctioneerExpress.com (unanimous)
- Approved adjournment of the meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Lamar County Commissioners Court was notified that members of Universal Fabricating will host a tour of their facility on September 9, 2025 at 3:30 p.m. The tour will be at 4131 CR 35500 in Sumner, Texas. No action or vote is scheduled for this agenda item. The notice was posted on the county website and courthouse bulletin board on September 4, 2025.
- Tour of Universal Fabricating facility – 4131 CR 35500, Sumner, TX, Sep 9, 2025 at 3:30 p.m.; no action to be taken
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will hold a public hearing on the 2025-2026 County Clerk Records Management and Archive Plan. The body will also discuss several administrative updates, including the 2026 pay schedule and sheriff and constable fees.
- Proposed $241,659.34 contract with Kofile, Inc. for archival imaging and indexing of public records
- Public hearing on the 2025-2026 Annual County Clerk Records Management and Archive Plan, including a $10.00 filing fee
- Review of settlement offers from Sandoz regarding Texas opioid multi-district litigation
- Setting of 2026 Sheriffs’ and Constables’ Fees
- Approval of the 2025-2026 Lamar County Pay Schedule effective October 1, 2025
The Lamar County Commissioners’ Court approved the execution of a $241,659.34 contract with Kofile Technologies for archival imaging and indexing of official records. It also adopted a proclamation for National 4‑H Week, approved the County Clerk’s records‑management plan, and authorized a County Employee Health Fair. Additional actions included adopting the 2025‑2026 pay schedule, appointing a commissioner to the Juvenile Probation Board, and adopting the 2026 holiday schedule.
- Approved Kofile Technologies archival contract ($241,659.34) (unanimous)
- Approved Proclamation No. P2025-006 recognizing National 4‑H Week (unanimous)
- Approved 2025‑2026 Annual County Clerk Records Management and Archive Plan (unanimous)
- Approved County Employee Health Fair Event for Oct 8, 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved 2025‑2026 Lamar County Pay Schedule order (unanimous)
- Approved appointment of Precinct 1 Commissioner to Juvenile Probation Board (unanimous)
- Approved adoption of 2026 holiday schedule (unanimous)
- Approved line‑item transfers for various offices (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will review healthcare services reports from Paris Regional Health and discuss funding for the 1115 Medicaid Waiver Program. The body will also consider contracts for website migration and vehicle leases for the Sheriff's Department.
- Proposed $495,902.51 contribution to the 1115 Medicaid Waiver Program
- Contract with CivicPlus for website migration, hosting, and ADA compliance
- Authorization of lease vehicles for the Sheriff's Department using SB 22 Rural Law Enforcement Grant funds
- Special budget of $30,000 for road material expenses from CVI Renewables
- Request for Lamar County 4-H to install a hoop house and storage containers at no cost to the county
The Lamar County Commissioners’ Court unanimously approved receiving the Paris Regional Health community benefit report, a $785,538 contribution to the 1115 Medicaid Waiver Program, and a series of contracts and authorizations including parking use for the Festival of Pumpkins, parking signage, a sheriff vehicle lease, a website migration contract with CivicPlus, an electricity supply contract with TXU, and certification of $30,000 new revenue.
- Approved receipt of Paris Regional Health “Community Benefit Report” (unanimous)
- Approved $785,538 contribution to 1115 Medicaid Waiver Program (unanimous)
- Approved use of county parking lot for Festival of Pumpkins vendor staging (unanimous)
- Approved City of Paris to place public parking signs in courthouse lot (unanimous)
- Approved County Judge to sign lease documents for sheriff’s department vehicles (SB 22 grant) (unanimous)
- Approved contract with CivicPlus for website migration up to $21,782.01 (unanimous)
- Approved execution of electricity supply contract with TXU effective March 1 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved certification of $30,000 new revenue from CVI Renewables (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Lamar County Election Commission will meet to discuss personnel matters in an executive session. The meeting is scheduled for August 25, 2025, at the Lamar County Courthouse.
- Executive session regarding appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings to discuss the fiscal year 2025/2026 budget and a proposed tax increase. The body will consider adopting the budget and setting a tax rate of 0.3063.
- Public hearing on 2025/2026 proposed budget
- Public hearing on proposed tax increase
- Proposed tax rate of 0.3063
- Proposed property tax increase of $1,558,649 (9.2%) over last year
- Identification of $322,888 in tax revenue from new property
The Lamar County Commissioners’ Court held a public hearing on the proposed FY 2025/26 budget, then unanimously approved a salary increase for the Chief Deputy Constable Precinct 5 to $66,000. It also adopted the corrected budget, set the property tax rate at 0.3063 (an 8.7% increase), and ratified the resulting $1,558,649 (9.2%) property‑tax increase.
- Approved salary increase for Chief Deputy Constable Precinct 5 to $66,000 (unanimous)
- Adopted the Lamar County FY 2025/26 proposed budget with corrections (unanimous)
- Set property tax rate at 0.3063, an 8.7% increase (unanimous)
- Ratified property‑tax increase of $1,558,649 (9.2% rise) reflected in the budget (unanimous)
- Adjourned the special meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Lamar County Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially approve building plans for an emergency services building. This is the sole substantive item on the agenda.
- Approval of building plans for 2805 North Main Emergency Services building
The Lamar County Commissioners’ Court approved the building plans for the Emergency Services building at 2805 North Main with a 3‑1 vote. The court also approved a motion to adjourn the meeting unanimously.
- Approved building plans for 2805 N Main Emergency Services building (3-1)
- Approved adjournment of the meeting (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss settlement offers from Sandoz regarding opioid litigation and hold public hearings for the 2025-2026 county budgets. The body will also review a preliminary plat for Ketron Estates Addition and a new electricity contract.
- Settlement participation and release forms from Sandoz for opioid multi-district litigation
- Preliminary plat for Ketron Estates Addition (2 acres in Precinct 1)
- Order to continue the Northeast Health Care Provider Participation District per House Bill 3505
- Special budget of $48,716.77 for Sheriff's Department Dodge Durango repair/replacement
- Special budget of $30,000.00 from a private donation for road material expenses
The Commissioners’ Court unanimously approved the settlement participation and release forms for the Sandoz offer in the Texas opioid multi‑district litigation and authorized Judge Brandon Bell to sign the documents. The Court also unanimously approved updates to the TAC Unemployment member designation form, the continuation of the Northeast Health Care Provider Participation District, and a 60‑month electricity contract with TXU at $0.06881 per kWh. Through a consent agenda, the Court adopted special budgets and certifications for new revenue sources and approved payment of claims, payroll and other bills. The meeting minutes were approved and the Court adjourned unanimously.
- Approved Sandoz settlement participation and release forms (unanimous)
- Approved update to TAC Unemployment member designation form (unanimous)
- Approved continuation of Northeast Health Care Provider Participation District (unanimous)
- Approved 60‑month TXU electricity contract at $0.06881/kWh (unanimous)
- Adopted special budgets for new revenue sources (juror donations $80, vehicle damage reimbursement $48,716.77, private donation $30,000, tire cleanup $3,600) (unanimous)
- Approved payment of claims, payroll and other bills (unanimous)
- Approved receipt of County Treasurer reports for April‑June 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will hold budget workshops and discuss the proposed tax rate for fiscal year 2025-2026. The body will also consider several county property repairs and economic development negotiations.
- Proposed tax rate for fiscal year 2025-2026
- Review of Bobby Smallwood Construction, LLC estimate for IT Department expansion
- Lease documents for Lamar County Sheriff's Department vehicles
- Application for HOME Investment Partnerships Program/Homeowner Reconstruction Assistance Program
- Executive session regarding economic development negotiations for Project Red Maple 2
The Court unanimously approved the proposed tax rate for fiscal year 2025‑2026 and set a public hearing for August 18, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. It also approved the HOME Investment Partnerships Program application, line‑item budget transfers, and a lease contract for four sheriff’s department vehicles. Additional approvals included the Distinguished Service Award for the Historical Commission, use of a parking lot for the Paris Rodeo parade, and the Veteran Services position for Amber Cutshall.
- Approved proposed 2025‑2026 tax rate and scheduled public hearing (unanimous)
- Approved HOME Investment Partnerships Program application (unanimous)
- Approved line‑item transfers for various offices (unanimous)
- Approved lease contract for four Lamar County Sheriff’s Department vehicles (unanimous)
- Approved presentation of Distinguished Service Award certificate to Historical Commission (unanimous)
- Approved use of county parking lot for Paris Rodeo parade on Aug 9 (unanimous)
- Approved appointment of Amber Cutshall to Veteran Services position (unanimous)
- Approved IT Department expansion estimate and Antiquities Permit submission (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss and act on new insurance rates from the Texas Association of Counties for the 2025-2026 year. The meeting includes a public hearing and discussion regarding the 2025-2026 County Budgets.
- Approval of 2025-2026 insurance rates and medical/prescription coverage from Texas Association of Counties (TAC)
- Payment of claims, payroll, and other bills
- Public hearing and discussion on 2025-2026 County Budgets
The Lamar County Commissioners’ Court voted to approve the Texas Association of Counties Health and Employee Benefits Pool renewal, which includes a 6.2% increase in medical and prescription coverage for the 2026 plan year. The motion was moved by Commissioner Kevin Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Lonnie Layton, and passed with all three voting commissioners in favor. No other actions were taken; budget workshop discussions and payment approvals were deferred.
- Approved 6.2% increase in TAC insurance rates for 2026 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will conduct public hearings and workshops regarding the 2025-2026 county budgets. The body will also vote on salaries and allowances for elected officials for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.
- Vote on Order for Salary and Allowances of Elected Officials for fiscal year 2025-2026
- Request from Angela Blount and Troy Scholl to use county parking at E. Price and North Main St. for a restaurant at 111 E. Price St.
- Adoption of special budgets for $212,926.00 in loan proceeds for R&B Precinct 3 and $81,254.52 in FEMA funds for R&B Precincts 1 and 3
- Approval of TCDRS participation plan agreement for Plan Year 2025 with a 14.45% contribution rate
- Review of new insurance rates from Texas Association of Counties for the 2025-2026 year
The Commissioners' Court unanimously approved the Texas County & District Retirement System participation plan for 2025, the salary and allowances order for elected officials for FY 2025‑2026, and the acceptance of fuel supply bids. It also adopted the consent‑agenda items covering new revenue certifications and special budgets, and received the May 2025 financial report.
- Approved certification of 2025 Annual Cybersecurity Training (unanimous)
- Approved Texas County & District Retirement System plan agreement for 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved Order for Salary and Allowances of Elected Officials FY 2025‑2026 (unanimous)
- Approved acceptance of all gasoline and diesel fuel bids (unanimous)
- Approved adoption of Consent Agenda items 12‑25 (new revenue and special budgets) (unanimous)
- Approved receipt of County Auditor’s May 2025 financial reports (unanimous)
- Approved payment of claims, payroll and other bills (unanimous)
- Approved acceptance of Jackson Oil gasoline and diesel bids (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting to conduct budget workshops and a public hearing regarding 2025-2026 County Budgets. The body will also enter an executive session to discuss the appointment of the Lamar County Attorney.
- Public hearing and discussion regarding 2025-2026 County Budgets
- Executive session regarding the appointment of the Lamar County Attorney
The Commissioners’ Court entered an executive session at 9:18 a.m. and left it at 11:15 a.m., both unanimously approved. The Court unanimously approved offering the Lamar County Attorney position to Nick Stallings, effective upon the swearing‑in of Judge Gary Young on July 1 2025. The meeting concluded with a unanimous vote to adjourn. No actions were taken on the budget workshop discussions.
- Entered executive session (unanimous)
- Exited executive session (unanimous)
- Offered Lamar County Attorney appointment to Nick Stallings (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will conduct budget workshops and a public hearing for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The body will also consider several service provider contracts for disaster recovery and homeowner reconstruction assistance.
- Public hearing regarding 2025-2026 County Budgets
- Resolution No. R2025-009 to designate a disaster recovery management service provider for FEMA and other funding
- Resolution No. R2025-010 to select a provider for the Homeowner Reconstruction Assistance Program
- Proposed replat of Restland Cemetery at 8380 FM 38, Roxton Texas
- First Amendment to Tax Abatement Agreement with Mockingbird Storage Center, LLC
The Commissioners' Court unanimously adopted a resolution designating Grant Works as the disaster recovery management service provider for FEMA, PA, and HMA funding. It also approved Grant Works to manage the HOME program, a culvert installation at Rockford Cemetery, and the use of county parking lots for the July 4 parade staging area. Additional approvals included payment of claims, line‑item budget transfers, and the minutes from prior meetings.
- Approved use of county parking lots as staging area for July 4 parade (unanimous)
- Approved installation of culvert at Rockford Cemetery, materials supplied by cemetery board (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution R2025-009 designating Grant Works for FEMA disaster recovery services (unanimous)
- Approved Grant Works as administration/project delivery provider for HOME program (unanimous)
- Approved payment of claims, payroll, and other bills as submitted by Auditor’s office (unanimous)
- Approved line‑item transfers for various offices (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from April 14, April 28, May 12, and May 27 meetings (unanimous)
- Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Lamar County Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting to conduct a public hearing. The session is dedicated to public comments and concerns regarding the Star Dairy Solar, LLC project.
- Public hearing regarding the Star Dairy Solar, LLC project
The Court held a public hearing on the Star Dairy Solar, LLC project but took no action on the project. A motion to adjourn the meeting was moved by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Skidmore, and approved unanimously.
- Public hearing on Star Dairy Solar project – no action taken
- Motion to adjourn meeting – approved (unanimous vote: Skidmore, Layton, Bass, Anderson)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will conduct a public hearing and discussion regarding the 2025-2026 County Budgets. The body will also consider a new service agreement with the Lamar County Water Supply District for the Maintenance Barn location.
- Public hearing and discussion regarding 2025-2026 County Budgets
- New service agreement with Lamar County Water Supply District for the Maintenance Barn location
- Participating Agency Agreement for the Texas SAVNS Enhancement Project
- Line-item transfers for various offices
- Payment of claims, payroll, and other bills
The Lamar County Commissioners’ Court approved the Participating Agency Agreement for the Texas SAVNS Enhancement Project. It also approved a new service agreement with the Lamar County Water Supply District for the Maintenance Barn, accepted the April 2025 financial report, authorized line‑item transfers, and approved payment of claims and payroll. All actions passed with a 4‑0 vote.
- Approved Participating Agency Agreement for Texas SAVNS Enhancement Project (4‑0)
- Approved new service agreement with Lamar County Water Supply District for Maintenance Barn (4‑0)
- Approved receipt of County Auditor’s monthly financial report for April 2025 (4‑0)
- Approved line‑item transfers for various offices (4‑0)
- Approved payment of claims, payroll, and other bills (4‑0)
- Approved adjournment of the meeting (4‑0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Lamar County Commissioners Court will decide on approving the official bond and oath for the new Fire Marshal, updates to the county’s computer and email use policies, and the final plat for the 322-acre Ranches at Harvest Hill subdivision. They will also discuss maintenance needs at county properties, line-item transfers, and renew a uniform supply contract.
- Approve Official Bond and Oath for Quincy Blount as Lamar County Fire Marshal, Bond No. 66995167
- Submit and approve updates to Computer Use Policy, Email Use Policy, Password Standards Policy, and Acceptable Use of AI in the Workplace
- Consider and approve final plat for THE RANCHES AT HARVEST HILL, a 322.51-acre subdivision in Precinct One
- Renew uniform contract with Unifirst Corporation for all four precincts
- Approve payment of claims, payroll, and other bills
The Lamar County Commissioners’ Court unanimously approved the final plat for The Ranches at Harvest Hill, a 322.51‑acre private subdivision in Precinct 1. The Court also approved several other items, including the fire marshal bond, new IT policies, a uniform contract renewal, a quitclaim deed, fuel procurement bids, and payment of claims and payroll. All actions were approved by a 4‑0 vote.
- Approved final plat for The Ranches at Harvest Hill (4‑0 unanimous)
- Approved Official Bond and Oath for Quincy Blount as Fire Marshal (4‑0 unanimous)
- Approved Computer Use, Email Use, Password Standards, and AI Use policies (4‑0 unanimous)
- Renewed uniform contract with Unifirst Corporation for all precincts (4‑0 unanimous)
- Approved Quitclaim Deed for property off Cherry Street (4‑0 unanimous)
- Authorized bids for unleaded gasoline and diesel fuel (4‑0 unanimous)
- Approved payment of claims, payroll, and other bills (4‑0 unanimous)
- Adjourned the meeting (4‑0 unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Lamar County Commissioners Court will discuss and possibly approve a final plat for the Summer Cabins Subdivision (14 lots on 18.07 acres), a replat for Little Pine Creek Estates to add utility easements, and a proclamation honoring Peace Officers Memorial Day and National Police Week. The consent agenda includes acceptance of over $679,000 in grant funds from state and federal sources, including $341,779 for a homeowner reconstruction program and $330,000 for road materials reimbursement. The court will also receive quarterly financial reports, approve a 2025 budget calendar, and discuss future projects at 2805 N. Main St.
- Final plat approval for Summer Cabins Subdivision, 14 lots on 18.07 acres in Precinct 3
- Replat of Little Pine Creek Estates lots 55 and 58 to add utility/access easement
- Proclamation declaring May 11-17, 2025 as National Police Week in Lamar County
- Accept $341,779.30 HOME grant from Texas Dept. of Housing and Community Affairs for homeowner reconstruction
- Accept $330,000 CDBG grant from Texas Dept. of Agriculture for road materials reimbursement
The Lamar County Commissioners’ Court unanimously approved a series of items, including the final plat for Summer Cabins Subdivision, a replat for Little Pine Creek Estates, and authorization to issue FEMA‑related RFPs and RFQs. It also adopted the 2025 Budget Calendar, approved an $8,200 air‑conditioning upgrade at the AgriLife building, and approved a facilities extension agreement with Oncor Electric Delivery. Additionally, the court accepted a $1,000 donation, approved a proclamation for Peace Officers Memorial Day, and rescheduled the July 14 meeting to July 7. The most significant financial action was the approval of a $330,000 Texas Department of Agriculture CDBG grant for road material reimbursements.
- Approved Proclamation No. P2025-004 for Peace Officers Memorial Day (unanimous)
- Approved final plat for Summer Cabins Subdivision (unanimous)
- Approved replat of Little Pine Creek Estates lots 55 & 58 (unanimous)
- Authorized issuance of FEMA/PA RFPs and RFQs (unanimous)
- Approved $8,200 air‑conditioning upgrade at AgriLife building (unanimous)
- Approved Facilities Extension Agreement with Oncor Electric Delivery (unanimous)
- Accepted $1,000 donation from Imperial Woodpecker LLC (unanimous)
- Approved $330,000 Texas Ag CDBG grant for road material reimbursements (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Lamar County Commissioners Court will discuss and possibly vote on several items, including receiving the annual financial report, creating a fire marshal office and appointing Quincy Blount, approving a software agreement for the Texas SAVNS Enhancement Project, and considering a homeland security grant for SWAT night vision equipment. Other business includes inter-local agreements, policy updates, and routine financial approvals.
- Discussion and action to create the office of Lamar County Fire Marshal and appoint Quincy Blount as Fire Marshal for a two-year term
- Approval of Participating Agency Agreement with SylogistGov, Inc. for the Texas SAVNS Enhancement Project, effective May 1, 2025 through August 31, 2026
- Consideration of Homeland Security Grant FY2025 for the SWAT Night Vision Project, no matching funds required (Resolution No. R2025-008)
- Inter-local Agreement with City of Deport for Precinct One to provide construction equipment for street improvements on North Jeffus Street and Milton-Minter Road starting May 1, 2025
- Execution of Multiple Use Agreement with TxDOT for placement of automated license plate reader cameras on highway right-of-way
The Commissioners' Court unanimously approved a proclamation for National Correctional Officers Week, the Texas SAVNS Enhancement Project agreement, and a resolution to create the Lamar County Fire Marshall office. The court also appointed Quincy Blount as Fire Marshall, approved a SWAT Night Vision grant application, and adopted an inter‑local agreement with the City of Deport. Additional unanimous approvals included the March 2025 financial report, line‑item transfers, and payment of claims.
- Approved Proclamation No. P2025-005 for National Correctional Officers Week (unanimous)
- Approved Participating Agency Agreement for Texas SAVNS Enhancement Project (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution R2025-007 to create the Lamar County Fire Marshall office (unanimous)
- Approved appointment of Quincy Blount as Fire Marshall (unanimous)
- Approved grant application 5415201 for Multi‑Jurisdictional SWAT Night Vision Project (unanimous)
- Approved Inter‑local Agreement with City of Deport for construction equipment (unanimous)
- Approved receipt of March 2025 County Auditor’s financial report (unanimous)
- Approved line‑item transfers and payment of claims, payroll, and other bills (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will discuss the appointment of a Fire Marshall and the re-appointment of the Local Health Authority. The body is also considering a contract renewal with Farmers Bank and Trust and reviewing various budget adjustments for county repairs and services.
- Appointment of Quincy Blount as Fire Marshall of Lamar County
- Re-appointment of Dr. Amanda Green as Lamar County Local Health Authority
- Renewal of contract with Farmers Bank and Trust for two additional years
- Adoption of special budget for $14,174.05 in insurance proceeds for courthouse water damage
- Approval of a lease agreement with Function-4 for a copier in the County Judge's office
The Lamar County Commissioners’ Court unanimously approved several items, including the re‑appointment of Dr. Amanda Green as the local health authority and a resolution honoring Nita Hollje’s retirement. The Court also approved public‑art sketches for the pocket park, two proclamations, the jail’s Certificate of Compliance, a copier lease, and the renewal of the county’s depository contract with Farmers Bank and Trust.
- Approved re‑appointment of Dr. Amanda Green as Local Health Authority (unanimous)
- Approved resolution honoring Nita Hollje’s retirement (unanimous)
- Approved public‑art sketches for pocket park (unanimous)
- Executed Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month proclamation (unanimous)
- Executed National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week proclamation (unanimous)
- Received Texas Commission on Jail Standards Certificate of Compliance (unanimous)
- Approved two‑year renewal of Farmers Bank and Trust depository contract (unanimous)
- Approved lease agreement for copier with Function 4 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Lamar County Commissioners Court will discuss and potentially authorize the production company Imperial Woodpecker to use the north end parking lot of the Lamar County Courthouse on April 13, 2025, as a basecamp for crew and equipment parking. The shoot is for a Hyundai television campaign that will feature downtown Paris, including the square, Eiffel tower, and Paris Rodeo.
- Discussion and action on allowing Imperial Woodpecker to use courthouse parking lot for film production on April 13, 2025
- Film shoot for Hyundai TV campaign featuring downtown Paris landmarks
The Commissioners' Court unanimously approved the production company Imperial Woodpecker to use the north end parking lot of the Lamar County Courthouse on Sunday, April 13, 2025, as a basecamp for crew and equipment. The court also unanimously approved adjournment of the special meeting.
- Approved Imperial Woodpecker parking lot use (unanimous)
- Approved adjournment of the special meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Lamar County Commissioners Court will hold a special joint meeting with the Paris City Council to discuss and potentially take action on fire services in the county. The agenda includes a review of the Emergency Services District and fire service considerations. No other items are listed.
- Discussion and possible action on Emergency Services District and county fire services
Commissioners Court
The Lamar County Commissioners Court will discuss and potentially authorize the county judge to enter into tax abatement agreements with Star Dairy Solar, LLC and Star Dairy Battery Storage. Other items include reappointing Don Biard to the Northeast Health Care Provider Participation District, adopting new IT policies, and approving routine financial matters.
- Authorize tax abatement agreement with Star Dairy Solar, LLC
- Authorize tax abatement agreement with Star Dairy Battery Storage
- Reappoint Don Biard to Northeast HCPP District for a two-year term
- Order supporting state efforts for a health care provider participation program without expiration
- Approval of new Computer Use, Email Use, and Password Standards policies
The Commissioners’ Court unanimously approved an order that backs the Northeast Health Care Provider Participation (HCPP) District in joining a state health‑care provider participation program and operating a local provider participation fund. The Court also approved a Certificate of Participation for Commissioners Lonnie Layton and Kevin Anderson, the Treasurer’s official bond and oath, payment of claims and payroll, the minutes from the March 10 meeting, and adjourned the session.
- Approved Order supporting Northeast HCPP district participation (unanimous)
- Approved Certificate of Participation for Commissioners Lonnie Layton and Kevin Anderson (unanimous)
- Approved Official Bond and Oath for Treasurer Camey Boyer (unanimous)
- Approved payment of claims, payroll, and other bills (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from the March 10, 2025 Commissioners’ Court meeting (unanimous)
- Approved adjournment of the March 24, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will hold public hearings and consider actions on amending a tax abatement agreement with American Spiral Weld Pipe Company due to pandemic supply chain issues, and designating the Star Dairy Solar Reinvestment Zone Number 1 for tax incentives. They will also receive reports on the Paris Economic Development Corporation annual report and a $2,900 solid waste grant from Ark-Tex COG, plus approve a $16,657 change order for courthouse roof repairs and discuss future projects at 2805 North Main Street.
- Public hearing and resolution to amend tax abatement agreement with American Spiral Weld Pipe Company (change completion date due to COVID-19 supply chain issues)
- Public hearing and order to designate Lamar County Star Dairy Solar Reinvestment Zone Number 1 (tax abatement under Chapter 312 of Texas Tax Code)
- Receive Paris Economic Development Corporation 2025 Annual Report
- Update on Ark-Tex COG solid waste pass-through grant of $2,900 for community cleanup and educational materials (due by June 30, 2025)
- Change Order No. 1 for $16,657 for additional roof work on the courthouse (North Texas Fab, LLC)
The Lamar County Commissioners Court approved a resolution amending the tax abatement agreement with American SpiralWeld Pipe Company, LLC, extending the completion date due to COVID-19 supply chain issues. The court also approved a $16,657 change order for courthouse roof work, ratified a grant application for the Residential Safe Room Rebate Program, and approved routine items including claims and minutes. A motion to designate the Lamar County Star Dairy Solar Reinvestment Zone failed on a 2-2 vote.
- Approved resolution amending tax abatement agreement with American SpiralWeld Pipe (unanimous)
- Approved Change Order No. 1 for $16,657 for courthouse roof work (unanimous)
- Ratified grant application to Texas Division of Emergency Management for Residential Safe Room Rebate Program (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. R2025-003 for Crime Victims Services Division funding application (unanimous)
- Received financing documents with Government Capital Corporation for Road & Bridge Precinct 3 equipment (unanimous)
- Approved Official Bond and Oath for County Auditor Kayla Hall (unanimous)
- Approved payment of claims, payroll, and other bills (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from February 5 and February 24, 2025 meetings (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Lamar County Commissioners Court will hold a special joint meeting with the Paris City Council to discuss and possibly take action on a potential partnership for a joint Fuel Farm. No other agenda items are listed.
- Discussion and/or action regarding a potential partnership with the City of Paris for a joint Fuel Farm
Commissioners Court
The Lamar County Commissioners Court is holding a special joint meeting with the Paris City Council to discuss and possibly take action on emergency services district matters related to fire services in the county. No other business is listed.
- Discussion and/or action regarding Emergency Services District Meeting for fire services in the county
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will hold a meeting featuring an informational presentation from Lamar County Extension Agents. The presentation covers Texas AgriLife Extension's 2024 educational programs in Lamar County. No actions, deliberations, or decisions will be made during this meeting.
- Informational presentation by Laura Graves and Jaci Eaves regarding 2024 educational programs
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will consider approving final plats for two new subdivisions (Brannan Trace and East Wing Estates) and discuss hiring a project manager/consultant for development incentives. Routine reports on county finances, property maintenance, and a master services agreement for hazard mitigation projects are also on the agenda. A consent agenda includes accepting unanticipated revenue from solar PILOT payments totaling $486,490.
- Final plat for Brannan Trace (18 lots on 17 acres, private roads, Precinct 4)
- Final plat for East Wing Estates (18 lots on 20.55 acres, private roads, Precinct 2)
- Proposal to hire Jeff G. Snowden with Capex Consulting Group as project manager for abatement agreements and development incentives
- Consent agenda: $312,490 PILOT payment from Mockingbird Solar and $174,000 from Paris Farm Solar, plus smaller unanticipated revenues
- Master Services Agreement with WA Civil, LLC for hazard mitigation, including jail generator project (Task Order DR-4586-0270)
The Lamar County Commissioners Court unanimously approved several items, including final plats for two subdivisions, a master services agreement for hazard mitigation, and jail HVAC repairs up to $43,619. They also approved a contract with Capex Consulting Group for on-call project management services and received various financial reports. No action was taken on several agenda items, including engineering/architectural work and a new electricity contract.
- Approved final plat for Brannan Trace (18 lots, 17 acres) (unanimous)
- Approved final plat for East Wing Estates (18 lots, 20.55 acres) (unanimous)
- Approved Master Services Agreement with WA Civil, LLC for Hazard Mitigation and Task Order DR-4586-0270 (unanimous)
- Approved jail HVAC repairs up to $43,619 (unanimous)
- Approved contract with Jeff G. Snowden/Capex Consulting Group as on-call project manager (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda items 17-24, including $312,490 from Mockingbird Solar PILOT and $174,000 from Paris Farm Solar PILOT (unanimous)
- Approved payment of claims, payroll, and other bills (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from Jan 13, Jan 27, and Feb 10 meetings (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Commissioners Court will hold executive sessions to discuss economic development incentives for American SpiralWeld Pipe Company and the Bug Tussle Wind Project. The agenda also includes a proclamation for FFA Week, approval of surplus vehicle auctions, and routine financial actions such as line-item transfers and payment of claims.
- Executive Session No. 1: Economic development negotiations with American SpiralWeld Pipe Company, LLC
- Executive Session No. 2: Economic development negotiations regarding Bug Tussle Wind Project
- Executive Session No. 3: Interview for Veterans Service Officers position
- Surplus vehicle auction: seized and county-owned vehicles including 2008 BMW, 2006 Chrysler 300, 2003 Yamaha Motorcycle, multiple Ford Explorers, 2018 Dodge Caravan
- Discussion on allowing Keep Paris Beautiful to distribute free trees and host e-cycle recycling event on Feb 22, 2025
The Lamar County Commissioners Court approved several items, including a proclamation for FFA Week, allowing Keep Paris Beautiful to use the courthouse parking lot for a tree giveaway and e-cycle event, declaring surplus vehicles for auction, approving a dump truck purchase and financing resolution for Road & Bridge Precinct 3, and receiving the county auditor's financial reports. The court also entered executive sessions for economic development and a personnel interview, with no action taken on those items.
- Adopted FFA Week proclamation (unanimous)
- Approved KPB/MLCS use of courthouse parking lot for tree distribution and e-cycle event (unanimous)
- Declared seized and county-owned vehicles surplus, authorized Auctioneer Express.com sale (unanimous)
- Approved dump truck purchase for Road & Bridge Precinct 3 (unanimous)
- Approved resolution for financing equipment for Road & Bridge Precinct 3 (unanimous)
- Approved ACA Reporting and Tracking Service renewal with TAC HEBP (unanimous)
- Received County Auditor's monthly financial reports for December 2024 (unanimous)
- Approved payment of claims, payroll, and other bills (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Lamar County Commissioners Court will hold a special joint meeting with the Paris City Council to discuss and potentially act on a partnership to establish a joint Fuel Farm. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the rest is procedural.
- Discussion and/or action on a potential joint Fuel Farm partnership with the City of Paris
Commissioners Court
This addendum meeting of the Lamar County Commissioners Court includes one substantive item: discussion and action to approve payment of claims, payroll, and other bills, presented by the County Auditor and County Judge. The remainder of the agenda is adjournment. No other decisions or proposals are listed in this addendum.
- Approval of payment of claims, payroll, and other bills
The Lamar County Commissioners' Court held a special meeting and unanimously approved the payment of claims, payroll, and other bills as submitted by the County Auditor's office. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned immediately after.
- Approved payment of claims, payroll, and other bills (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Lamar County Commissioners Court is meeting to discuss and possibly act on several administrative items, including a resolution authorizing a contract amendment for a Texas Community Development Block Grant, a surety rider for the tax assessor bond, and routine approvals of claims and minutes. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Resolution R2025-001 authorizing TxCDBG contract amendment request (Contract No. CDV21-0488)
- Surety Rider for Tax Assessor Bond for Brooke Hill, effective Jan 1, 2025 to Dec 31, 2028
- Update on courthouse and county property repairs
- Discussion on future projects at 2805 North Main, Paris
- Approval of claims, payroll, and other bills
The Lamar County Commissioners Court approved a $456,380.50 construction estimate from Bobby Smallwood Construction for earth work and mobilization at the Emergency Service Building at 2805 N. Main, with Commissioner Layton voting against. The court also approved a resolution for a TxCDBG contract amendment, a surety rider for the Tax Assessor-Collector's bond, and several routine items including flier posting, certificates of completion, minutes, and payment of claims. Items on courthouse repairs and engineering/architectural work were discussed with no action taken.
- Approved $456,380.50 construction estimate for earth work at Emergency Service Building (2-1, Layton nay)
- Approved Resolution R2025-001 for TxCDBG contract amendment (unanimous)
- Approved Surety Rider bonds for Brooke Hill, Tax Assessor-Collector (unanimous)
- Approved posting of Powderly VFD Auction flier in courthouse (unanimous)
- Received Certificate of Completion for Ruth Sisson, County Clerk (unanimous)
- Received Certificate of Completion for Shawntel Golden, District Clerk (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from Nov 25, Dec 9, Dec 16, 2024 (unanimous)
- Approved payment of claims, payroll, and other bills (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Commissioners Court
The Lamar County Commissioners Court will consider appointments to the Child Welfare Board and Historical Commission, and hold an executive session on economic development negotiations for the Bug Tussle Wind project. The court will also receive updates on courthouse repairs, discuss future projects at 2805 North Main, and review tax abatement agreements for Paris's 5-in-5 Housing program and Lionshead Specialty Tire & Wheel. Additional items include revisiting gasoline bids, approving ARPA fund use, authorizing RFPs for a HOME reconstruction program, and handling routine consent agenda items such as new source revenue certifications.
- Appointment of Kristi Head to the Lamar County Child Welfare Board
- Executive session on economic development negotiations for Bug Tussle Wind (Capex Consulting)
- Discussion of future projects at 2805 North Main, Paris
- Approval of continuation certification of bonds for justices of the peace and constables
- Revisiting bids for unleaded gasoline
The Lamar County Commissioners' Court unanimously approved appointments to the Child Welfare Board and Historical Commission, and authorized RFPs for the HOME Homeowner Reconstruction Program. They also approved several administrative items, including bond certifications, a fuel bid, and ARPA fund distribution. The court discussed but took no action on courthouse repairs and future projects at 2805 North Main.
- Appointed Kristi Head to the Lamar County Child Welfare Board (unanimous)
- Appointed members to the Lamar County Historical Commission for 2025-2026 (unanimous)
- Authorized RFPs for HOME Homeowner Reconstruction Program services (unanimous)
- Approved Continuation Certification of Bonds for JP, Sheriff, and Constables (unanimous)
- Received MOU with Ark-Tex COG for Solid Waste Pass-Through Grant (unanimous)
- Received Resolution R2024-018 for Paris '5 in 5' housing tax abatement program (unanimous)
- Approved use of alternate fuel bid from Offen Petroleum, LLC (unanimous)
- Allowed Fire Fighter Association to disperse ARPA funds to volunteer fire departments (unanimous)