Lubbock County public meetings in 2022

Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will consider several infrastructure and public safety items, including a land use agreement for the Woodrow Road Project. The agenda also includes funding requests for multiple volunteer fire departments and software agreements for the Sheriff's Office.

• $1,273,035.00 agreement with Lubbock Saddle Club Development, Ltd. for Parcels 73, 80, and 80A
• Funding up to $45,454.00 each for various volunteer fire departments
• Agreement with OffenderWatch for sex offender tracking software
• Awarding of ITB 231101 for the 109th Street Resurfacing project
• Interlocal Cooperation Contract with Texas DPS for drug analysis

The Commissioners Court approved critical needs funding for nine volunteer fire departments and awarded a resurfacing contract for 109th Street. The court also authorized several road engineering agreements and approved over $5.7 million in general account claims.

• Authorized payment of General Accounts claims totaling $5,764,788.89
• Approved critical needs funding of up to $45,454.00 each for Idalou, New Deal, Ransom Canyon, Roosevelt, Slaton, West Carlisle, Wolfforth, and Woodrow Volunteer Fire Departments
• Tabled critical needs funding for Abernathy Volunteer Fire Department until 1/23/23
• Awarded 109th Street Resurfacing project to West Texas Paving
• Approved $1,273,035.00 Possession and Use Agreement with Lubbock Saddle Club Development, Ltd. for Woodrow Road Project
• Authorized agreement with OffenderWatch for sex offender tracking software
• Approved resolution for State designation of the Maines Brothers Band Highway
• Approved line item transfers of $130,968.00 and budget amendments of $60,000.00

Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

The Lubbock County Commissioners Court will review several administrative matters including tax collection reports and personnel appointments. The agenda also includes discussions regarding road maintenance, service contracts, and a property acquisition.

• $12,457.00 change order for HVAC work at the Detention Center
• Acceptance of an $11,798.10 grant for the Lubbock Emergency Communications District
• Proposed closing of 3,680 feet of E CR 5640 in Precinct 3
• Agreement with West Texas Paving, Inc. for work on CR 6900 (West 50th Street)
• Acquisition and financing of the property at 1001 Texas Avenue

The Commissioners Court authorized the purchase and financing of property at 1001 Texas Avenue. The court also approved several financial transfers, a road paving agreement for West 50th Street, and various service contracts.

• Authorized acquisition and financing of property at 1001 Texas Avenue (4-1)
• Approved line item transfers of $11,659,186.00 and budget amendments of $15,000.00 (unanimous)
• Authorized payment of claims for General Accounts of $1,624,941.83 (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with West Texas Paving, Inc. for CR 6900/West 50th Street (unanimous)
• Approved $12,457.00 change order with Armstrong Mechanical, Inc. for Detention Center HVAC (unanimous)
• Accepted $11,798.10 grant from Lubbock Emergency Communications District (unanimous)
• Approved sole source contract with TheSheriffApp.Com for Sheriff's office app (unanimous)
• Accepted donation of eight tablets and eight keyboards from American Valor Foundation (unanimous)

Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will discuss a financing plan for the 2023 General Obligation Bond Series for roadway improvements. The agenda also includes considering possession agreements for the Woodrow Road project and awarding a contract for Sheriff’s Office pick-up trucks.

• Authorization of General Obligation Bond Series 2023 for roadway improvements
• Possession and Use Agreements for the Woodrow Road project totaling $14,000.00
• Awarding a contract for pick-up trucks for the Sheriff’s Office
• Renewal of medical examiner transportation services with Miller Mortuary & Crematory Services
• Approval of a plat for The Trails at Stone Hill in Precinct 4

The Commissioners Court authorized Specialized Public Finance Inc. to pursue the issuance of the General Obligation Bond Series 2023 for roadway improvements. The court also approved several financial transfers, vendor contracts, and land agreements for the Woodrow Road project.

• Authorized pursuit of General Obligation Bond Series 2023 for Transportation/Roadway improvement (unanimous)
• Approved $896,333.00 in line item transfers and $1,241,679.00 in budget amendments (unanimous)
• Authorized $3,822,623.04 in payment of claims for General Accounts (unanimous)
• Approved three Possession and Use Agreements for the Woodrow Road project totaling $14,000.00 (unanimous)
• Awarded ITB 231003 for Sheriff’s Office pick-up trucks to Sewell Ford (unanimous)
• Approved architectural services agreement with JDMA Architects (unanimous)
• Approved FY23 Fire Suppression and Rescue Services Agreement with City of Idalou (unanimous)
• Tabled engagement letter with Tradition Energy until January 9, 2023 (unanimous)

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Lubbock County Commissioners Court will meet to discuss and consider accepting the canvassing of votes. The court also reserves the right to enter executive session for various legal matters.

• Acceptance of the canvassing of votes

The Commissioners Court held a special meeting to review election results. The court unanimously voted to accept the canvassing of the votes as presented by Roxzine Stinson.

• Accepted the canvassing of the votes (unanimous)

Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will review financial reports and authorize several service contract renewals. The agenda includes decisions on land use agreements for the Woodrow Road project and road construction awards. Additionally, the court will consider appointments to the Hospital District Board of Managers.

• Change Order #1 for Juvenile Justice Center Academic Addition ($136,650.30)
• Possession and Use Agreement for Parcel 120 for Woodrow Road project ($41,967.00)
• Acceptance of FY2021 SCAAP Award from the Department of Justice ($61,886.00)
• Homeland Security Grant for SWAT Team Camera System ($13,000.00)
• Possession and Use Agreement for Parcel 165 for Woodrow Road project ($15,191.00)

The Commissioners Court authorized over $6.27 million in general account payments and awarded a construction contract for West 50th Street to West Texas Paving, Inc. The court also approved several grants, equipment purchases, and board appointments for the Hospital District.

• Authorized Payment of Claims: General Accounts (Pooled Cash) of $6,273,547.06 (unanimous)
• Awarded RFP 220902 for construction of CR 6900 (West 50th Street) to West Texas Paving, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved Line Item Transfers of $199,668.00 and Budget Amendments of $172,432.00 (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of two wheel loaders (2022 938M and 2022 950M) from Warren Cat (unanimous)
• Approved $41,967.00 and $15,191.00 Possession and Use Agreements for the Woodrow Road project (unanimous)
• Accepted FY2021 SCAAP Award of $61,886.00 and Homeland Security Grant of $13,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved reappointments of Laura Vinson and Gary Greenstreet to Hospital District Board (3-1)
• Approved appointment of Jason Medina to Hospital District Board (unanimous)

Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

The Lubbock County Commissioners Court will discuss several contracts, grants, and infrastructure projects. This includes accepting state grants for law enforcement equipment and approving a land agreement for the Woodrow Road project.

• $50,000 grant for Bomb Squad Portable Equipment Upgrade
• $37,500 grant for SWAT Team Tactical Entry Equipment
• $32,412.00 agreement for Parcel 85 in support of the Woodrow Road project
• West Texas Gas pipeline installation permit along CR 2040 and Woodrow Road
• Funding for paving, drainage, water, and sewage for the Drake street project

The Lubbock County Commissioners Court approved a consent agenda covering 14 items, including contracts for mental health services, janitorial services, and juvenile detention. They also authorized $3.8 million in general claims, funded the Drake Street paving and drainage project, and accepted two homeland security grants totaling $87,500. Two items were tabled: the Buffalo Springs Lake fire agreement and the Coyote Ranch plat.

• Approved $3,805,329.82 in general claims (unanimous)
• Approved $202,052 in line-item transfers, no budget amendments (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including 14 items (unanimous)
• Funded paving, drainage, water, sewage for Drake Street project (unanimous)
• Accepted $50,000 bomb squad equipment grant (unanimous)
• Accepted $37,500 SWAT tactical entry equipment grant (unanimous)
• Tabled Buffalo Springs Lake VFD fire agreement to Nov. 14 (4-1)
• Tabled Coyote Ranch plat to Nov. 14 (unanimous)

Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will consider several infrastructure and service agreements. This includes land use for the Woodrow Road project and roofing contracts for the Juvenile Justice Center. The court will also review budget amendments and ARPA fund transfers.

• $1,496,441.00 agreement with Macha Holdings, LLC for Parcels 121 and 121A
• $117,509.88 right of way acquisition for Woodrow Road (Parcels 86 and 87)
• Contract award for the Juvenile Justice Center Re-roof Project
• $250,000.00 ARPA fund transfer for the Precinct 4 sprinkler project
• $3,600.00 change order for the Juvenile Justice Center Emergency Generator Replacement

The court unanimously approved $2,180,012.12 in general claims and $214,295.43 in ARPA payments for small businesses and non-profits. They also authorized a $1.5M possession and use agreement for the Woodrow Road project, awarded a Juvenile Justice Center re-roof contract to ABF Commercial Roofing and Foam, and tabled a fire suppression agreement with Buffalo Springs Lake VFD until October 24. All votes were unanimous except the tabled item, which passed 4-1.

• Approved $2,180,012.12 in general claims (unanimous)
• Approved $214,295.43 in ARPA payments for small businesses and non-profits (unanimous)
• Approved $1,496,441 possession and use agreement with Macha Holdings for Woodrow Road project (unanimous)
• Awarded Juvenile Justice Center re-roof contract to ABF Commercial Roofing and Foam (unanimous)
• Tabled FY 2023 fire suppression agreement with Buffalo Springs Lake VFD until Oct 24 (4-1)
• Approved $250,000 ARPA fund transfer for Precinct 4 sprinkler project (unanimous)
• Adopted elections administration in-person inspection of records policy (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner Kovar to MPO Transportation Policy Committee (unanimous)

Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will discuss budget amendments, financial reports, and payment of claims. The agenda also includes utility permits for fiber optic installation and various service contracts.

• Agreement with JAN Development, LLC for $38,248.00 (Woodrow Road project)
• Utility permits for fiber optic installation on Woodrow Road by Vexus and AT&T
• Public comments regarding the closure of CR 5920 in Liberty Acres
• Awards for road materials including aggregate, asphalt, and crushed caliche
• Audit contract with Bolinger, Segars, Gilbert & Moss, LLP

The court approved $840,443 in budget amendments and $659,473 in line-item transfers, authorized $4.6M in general claims and $1.1M in ARPA payments for small businesses and nonprofits, and awarded multiple road material contracts. A commercial lease for office space at 1001 Main Street was approved 3-2. Action on HR refreshments for FY2023 was tabled.

• Approved $840,443 budget amendments and $659,473 line-item transfers (unanimous)
• Authorized $4,641,194.11 in general claims (unanimous)
• Authorized $1,104,553.89 in ARPA payments for small businesses and nonprofits (unanimous)
• Approved commercial lease at 1001 Main Street, Suite 200 with McCourt Place, L.C. (3-2)
• Awarded aggregate road material contract to Vulcan Construction Materials (unanimous)
• Awarded asphalt materials contract as multi-award to three vendors (unanimous)
• Awarded crushed caliche contract as multi-award to four vendors (unanimous)
• Tabled action on HR refreshments, meals, and supplies for FY2023 (unanimous)

Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will conduct public hearings regarding the FY 2023 Lubbock County Budget and the Hospital District Budget and Tax Rate. The agenda also includes discussions on contract renewals, lease agreements, and property donations.

• Public hearing for the FY 2023 Lubbock County Hospital District tax rate of $0.1031640 per $100 of taxable value
• Approval of Woodrow Road right-of-way for Parcel 78 in the amount of $8,749.88
• Public hearing regarding the closure of a right-of-way in Country Road Estates, Precinct 4
• Donation of the Roosevelt Community Clubhouse property to Roosevelt Independent School District
• Adoption of the FY 2023 Lubbock County Budget

The Lubbock County Commissioners Court adopted the FY 2023 county budget and the Lubbock County Hospital District tax rate of $0.1031640 per $100 valuation, with split votes. The court also approved numerous financial items, including line-item transfers, budget amendments, and claims payments, as well as a consent agenda covering contracts and agreements. A lease agreement for office space was tabled to September 26, 2022.

• Adopted FY 2023 Lubbock County budget (3-2, Parrish, Kovar, Flores aye; Corley, Seay nay)
• Adopted Lubbock County Hospital District tax rate of $0.1031640 per $100 (3-1, Seay recused)
• Approved line-item transfers of $1,601,889 and budget amendments of $1,133,603 (unanimous)
• Authorized payment of claims: $2,785,804.32 general accounts and $1,182,320.27 ARPA payments (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Woodrow Road right-of-way purchase, contract renewals, and lease extension (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2023 Hospital District budget (unanimous, Seay recused)
• Approved revised FY 2023 Personnel Committee Recommendations and Pay Band (unanimous)
• Tabled commercial lease with McCourt Place, L.C. for 1001 Main Street to September 26, 2022 (unanimous)

Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will consider adopting a 2022 tax rate of $0.347720 per $100 of taxable value. The agenda includes preparations for the November 8, 2022, General Election, such as appointing election officials and approving voting locations. The court will also review various contract renewals and Woodrow Road right-of-way acquisitions.

• Adoption of the 2022 Lubbock County tax rate at $0.347720 per $100 of taxable value
• Approval of Woodrow Road right-of-way acquisitions, including a parcel for $276,021.08
• Renewal of food services contract with Five Star Correctional Services for the Detention Center
• Authorization of election officials and voting locations for the November 8, 2022, General Election
• Approval of various service renewals for engineering, water treatment, and staffing

The Commissioners Court unanimously adopted a tax rate of $0.347720 per $100 valuation for 2022, with $0.314422 for maintenance and operations and $0.033298 for debt service. The court also approved over $6.3 million in claims and payments, including $990,572.74 in ARPA funds for small businesses and nonprofits. A grievance committee recommendation to raise Constable Paul Hanna's salary to $65,270.40 passed 3-2, and funding up to $1,000 per employee for health savings accounts was approved 4-1.

• Adopted 2022 tax rate of $0.347720 per $100 valuation (unanimous)
• Approved $5,347,162.69 in general claims and $990,572.74 in ARPA payments (unanimous)
• Raised Constable Pct. 1 salary to $65,270.40 (3-2)
• Approved up to $1,000 employer HSA contribution for FY2023 (4-1)
• Accepted $1,859,809.42 Texas Anti-Gang Grant (unanimous)
• Approved FY2023 Classification Matrix and Pay Band (unanimous)
• Awarded pauper cremation services to Griffin Mortuary (unanimous)
• Approved joint election resolution for Nov. 8, 2022 general election (unanimous)

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Salary Grievance Committee will meet to consider salary grievances filed by Lubbock County elected officials. This process is conducted in accordance with Local Government Code Section 152.016.

• Review of salary grievances for Lubbock County elected officials

The Lubbock County Salary Grievance Committee met to consider salary grievances from elected officials, including Constables Paul Hanna, Constable Jody Barnes, Constable Anthony Jackson, and Sheriff Kelly Rowe, who made presentations. No executive session was held, and the meeting adjourned without any recorded decisions or votes.

• Heard salary grievance presentations from Constable Paul Hanna, Constable Jody Barnes, Constable Anthony Jackson, and Sheriff Kelly Rowe
• No executive session held
• Meeting adjourned at 3:55 PM without recorded decisions or votes

Commissioners Court Work Session

This work session consists of budget workshops held from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. The sessions are located in the Commissioner’s Courtroom and will be live-streamed on the Lubbock County website.

• Budget Workshops

The Commissioners Court held a work session that was primarily a budget workshop. No votes, approvals, or substantive decisions were recorded; the session included a recess and reconvening but no executive session was held. The minutes were approved at a later meeting.

Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will hold a work session regarding the American Rescue Plan Act. The agenda includes discussions on the FY2023 budget and proposed tax rate for the Lubbock County Hospital District. The Court will also consider various utility permits, service contracts, and personnel updates.

• Discussion of FY2023 Budget and proposed ad valorem tax rate for Lubbock County Hospital District
• Approval of utility permits for FiberLight fiber optic installation in Precinct 2
• Authorization of ARPA payments for small businesses and non-profits
• Awarding of engineering and design services for the Milwaukee bond project (CR 1700)
• Approval of a Child Safety fee beginning January 1, 2023

The Lubbock County Commissioners Court unanimously approved several financial items, including $2.5 million in ARPA payments for small businesses and nonprofits, $2.3 million in general claims, and $834,646 in line item transfers. They also approved the consent agenda, awarded an engineering contract, and declined to implement a child safety fee. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $834,646 in line item transfers (unanimous)
• Authorized $2,319,342.41 in general claims (unanimous)
• Authorized $2,522,222.15 in ARPA payments for small businesses and nonprofits (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 7-17, including utility permits and agreements (unanimous)
• Awarded engineering and design services for Milwaukee (CR 1700) to Kimley Horn (unanimous)
• Approved Directors and Officers Liability for Expo Center Government Corporation (unanimous)
• Approved FY2023 personnel reclassifications and new positions (unanimous)
• Declined to collect child safety fee, continuing $10 Road and Bridge fee (unanimous)

Commissioners Court Work Session

The Lubbock County Commissioners Court will conduct budget workshops between August 2 and August 5, 2022. These sessions are scheduled in the Commissioner’s Courtroom from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and will be live-streamed on the county website.

• Budget workshops scheduled for August 2 through August 5

The Commissioners Court held budget workshops on August 2, 4, and 5, 2022, with all members present. No substantive decisions were made; the sessions were procedural and adjourned without action. The minutes were approved on August 22, 2022.

• Held budget workshop on 8/2/2022, adjourned at 9:16 AM
• Held budget workshop on 8/4/2022, adjourned at 10:23 AM
• Held budget workshop on 8/5/2022, adjourned at 12:06 PM
• No executive session held
• Minutes approved in open court on 8/22/2022

Commissioners Court Work Session

The Lubbock County Commissioners Court will conduct budget workshops between July 26 and July 29. These sessions are scheduled in the Commissioner’s Courtroom and will be live-streamed on the county website.

• Budget Workshops held from July 26 to July 29

The Lubbock County Commissioners' Court held budget work sessions from July 26-29, 2022, to discuss the upcoming budget. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded during these sessions; they were procedural workshops only. The minutes note that no executive session was held.

• No formal decisions made during budget work sessions (procedural only)

Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will discuss setting salaries, expenses, and allowances for elected county and precinct officers for fiscal year 2023. The meeting also includes reviews of the Lubbock Emergency Communication District budget and authorizations for ARPA payments to small businesses and non-profits.

• Setting salaries, expenses, and allowances for elected county and precinct officers for FY 2023
• Approval of the Lubbock Emergency Communication District Board of Managers proposed budget for FY 2022-2023
• Right-of-way approval for Woodrow Road (Parcel 161, Bednarz) in the amount of $17,783.88
• Road and bridge roof replacement for Shallowater and Slaton facilities
• Authorization of ARPA payments regarding small businesses and non-profits

The court approved FY2023 salaries and allowances for elected county and precinct officers in a 3-2 vote (Parrish, Corley, Flores aye; Kovar, Seay nay). They also unanimously approved over $9.3 million in claims, including $1.92 million in ARPA payments for small businesses and nonprofits, and a $573,483 line-item transfer with $123,905 in budget amendments. A proposal for Directors and Officers Liability insurance for the Expo Center was tabled.

• Approved FY2023 salaries for elected officers (3-2)
• Approved $7,464,894.76 in general claims (unanimous)
• Approved $1,924,496.38 in ARPA payments for small businesses/nonprofits (unanimous)
• Approved $573,483 line-item transfers and $123,905 budget amendments (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including travel, lease extension, utility permit, and reappointment (unanimous)
• Approved Lubbock Emergency Communication District FY2022-2023 budget (unanimous)
• Approved election equipment rental fees and poll worker pay (unanimous)
• Tabled Directors and Officers Liability for Expo Center (unanimous)

Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will consider an ARPA funding agreement with the Lubbock Economic Development Alliance for local infrastructure. The court will also discuss suspending all salary increase requests until August 22, 2022. Additionally, the agenda includes accepting a state grant and reviewing utility permit applications.

• ARPA funding agreement with Lubbock Economic Development Alliance for East 19th Street and Loop 289 infrastructure
• Acceptance of $43,596.00 State Criminal Alien Assistance Program grant award
• Purchase of a 2022 CAT 140 JY motor grader from Warren Cat
• Suspension of all salary increase requests until August 22, 2022
• Utility Permit Application #22-039 for South Plains Electric Coop line installation

The Lubbock County Commissioners Court unanimously approved routine financial items including $6,127,321.94 in general claims and $2,426,162.11 in ARPA payments for small businesses and non-profits. It also suspended all salary increase requests until August 22, 2022, excluding the LSO STEP program, to allow for FY23 budget calculations. The court authorized an ARPA funding agreement with LEDA for infrastructure at East 19th Street and Loop 289, and approved a $43,596 State Criminal Alien Assistance Program grant. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $6,127,321.94 in general claims (unanimous)
• Approved $2,426,162.11 in ARPA payments for small businesses and non-profits (unanimous)
• Suspended all salary increase requests until Aug 22, 2022, excluding LSO STEP (unanimous)
• Authorized ARPA funding agreement with LEDA for East 19th St/Loop 289 infrastructure (unanimous)
• Approved $43,596 State Criminal Alien Assistance Program FY2020 grant (unanimous)
• Adopted City of Lubbock/Lubbock County Joint Emergency Operations Plan (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of 2022 CAT 140 JY motor grader from Warren Cat (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including out-of-state travel and Tom McCarty appointment (unanimous)

Commissioners Court Work Session

The Lubbock County Commissioners Court has scheduled budget hearings for June 28, 29, and 30. These sessions will take place in the Commissioner’s Courtroom from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

• Budget hearings scheduled for June 28, 29, and 30

The Commissioners Court held work sessions on June 28-30, 2022, but took no substantive actions. The only item noted was the scheduling of budget hearings on those dates, which were to be live-streamed on the county website. No votes or decisions were recorded.

Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will discuss budget amendments, mileage rates, and retirement contribution rates. The agenda includes several agreements for the Lubbock County Juvenile Justice Center and right-of-way purchases for Woodrow Road.

• Right-of-way acquisition for Woodrow Road Parcel 111 ($18,602.88)
• Right-of-way acquisition for Woodrow Road Parcel 79 ($12,500.88)
• Agreements for the Lubbock County Juvenile Justice Center
• Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Moore County for inmate housing
• Contract modification with Firetrol Protection Systems for fire inspections

The Commissioners Court unanimously approved line-item transfers of $766,331 and budget amendments of $30,030,362, plus $2,522,042.04 in general account claims. It also accepted the GFOA Distinguished Budget Presentation Award, set the IRS mileage rate at 62.5 cents per mile, and set the TCDRS retirement contribution rate at 11.11%. The consent agenda (items 8-20) was approved as a block, covering travel, juvenile justice agreements, and other routine items. The LexisNexis VitalChek amendment was tabled to the July 11 meeting.

• Approved line-item transfers of $766,331 and budget amendments of $30,030,362 (unanimous)
• Authorized payment of claims totaling $2,522,042.04 (unanimous)
• Accepted GFOA Distinguished Budget Presentation Award (unanimous)
• Accepted IRS mileage rate of 62.5 cents per mile effective July 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Accepted TCDRS employer contribution rate of 11.11% effective January 1, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 8-20 (unanimous)
• Authorized OPREX Construction letter of agreement for Juvenile Justice Center Academic Addition (unanimous)
• Tabled LexisNexis VitalChek amendment to July 11, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Commissioners Court Work Session

Lubbock County will hold budget hearings on June 22 and June 23. These sessions are scheduled from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm in the Commissioner’s Courtroom. The proceedings will be live-streamed on the Lubbock County website.

• Budget hearings held between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm on June 22 and June 23

The Lubbock County Commissioners Court held work sessions on June 22-23, 2022, with all members present on the first day and Commissioner Corley absent on the second. The sessions were procedural, including scheduling budget hearings and reserving the right to hold an executive session, but no executive session was held and no substantive decisions were made.

• Scheduled budget hearings for June 22-23, 9:00am-5:00pm, live-streamed on county website
• Recessed and reconvened work session on June 22
• Adjourned work session on June 22 at 4:55 PM
• Adjourned work session on June 23 at 4:17 PM

Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

The Court will consider adopting 2022 Industrial Tax Abatement Guidelines and a tax agreement with Leprino Foods Company. The agenda also includes discussions on driver's license services, tax collections, and playground equipment for Slaton using ARPA funds.

• Adoption of 2022 Industrial Tax Abatement Guidelines and Leprino Foods agreement
• $2,888.00 HVAC change order for the 916 Main Office Building
• Purchase of Slaton playground equipment using ARPA funds
• Approval of road closures in Cooper Estates South and Legacy Ranch Estates
• $5,000 donation for Slaton Community Park demolition services

The Lubbock County Commissioners Court unanimously adopted the 2022 Industrial Tax Abatement Guidelines and authorized the County Judge to sign a tax abatement agreement with Leprino Foods Company under those guidelines. The court also approved a consent agenda covering travel, contracts, road closures, and other routine items, and authorized a $2.56 million payment of claims.

• Adopted 2022 Industrial Tax Abatement Guidelines (unanimous)
• Authorized tax abatement agreement with Leprino Foods Company (unanimous)
• Approved payment of claims totaling $2,558,139.83 (unanimous)
• Approved line item transfers of $6,250.00 (unanimous)
• Accepted Quarterly Investment Report for quarter ending March 31, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including road closures, travel, and contracts (unanimous)
• Awarded Slaton playground equipment purchase/installation to Playground Etc. with ARPA funds (unanimous)
• Accepted $5,000 demolition services donation from Commissioner Jason Corley (3-0, Corley recused)

Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

The Court will consider utility permits for fiber optic and copper cable installations. Members will also discuss inmate housing extensions with Bailey and Lynn Counties. Additionally, the agenda includes a professional services agreement for a study on sanitary sewer issues at the Lubbock County Detention Center.

• Professional services agreement for a study on Lubbock County Detention Center sewer issues
• Awarding ITB 220401 for Juvenile Justice Center Academic Addition
• Right-of-way approvals for Woodrow Road totaling $20,338.76
• Inmate housing agreement extensions with Bailey and Lynn Counties
• Utility permits for fiber optic and copper cable installations

The Lubbock County Commissioners Court unanimously approved financial items including $4,024,697 in budget amendments, $3,820,739.86 in general account claims, and $163,323 in line item transfers. They also awarded the Juvenile Justice Center Academic Addition construction contract to OPREX Construction, approved multiple utility permits and easements for the Expo Center, and extended inmate housing agreements with Bailey and Lynn Counties.

• Approved $4,024,697 budget amendments and $163,323 line item transfers (unanimous)
• Authorized $3,820,739.86 in general account claims (unanimous)
• Awarded ITB 220401 Juvenile Justice Center Academic Addition to OPREX Construction (unanimous)
• Approved 11 utility permit applications for fiber/copper cable and effluent forcemain (unanimous)
• Approved Woodrow Road right-of-way purchases totaling $20,338.76 (unanimous)
• Extended inmate housing interlocal agreements with Bailey and Lynn Counties for one year (unanimous)
• Approved Playa Lake 55 Reclamation Agreement and multiple Expo Center easements (unanimous)
• Approved contract renewals for Sheriff's Office uniforms with GT Distributors and Diexon Group (unanimous)

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Lubbock County Commissioners' Court unanimously approved the Canvass Report of election results for the May 7, 2022 Constitutional Amendment Special Election, as presented by Roxzine Stinson. No public comments were made, and no executive session was held. The meeting adjourned shortly after the vote.

• Approved Canvass Report of election results for May 7, 2022 Constitutional Amendment Special Election (unanimous)

Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will discuss several financial and infrastructure items, including significant American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding allocations. Key agenda items include establishing a Lubbock County Health District and approving various service contracts and road projects.

• $3,500,000 ARPA funding for a Behavioral Health Crisis Center with StarCare Specialty Health System
• $3,500,000 ARPA fund payment to the City of Lubbock to establish a Health District
• $718,140 amendment for the CR 1500 (Alcove Avenue) Project with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.
• Utility permit for FiberLight to install fiber along Woodrow Road between CR 1730 & CR 1735
• Increase of the County Judge’s Purchasing Card limit from $2,500.00 to $5,000.00

The Lubbock County Commissioners Court unanimously approved multiple actions, including authorizing $3.5 million in ARPA funds for a behavioral health crisis center with StarCare Specialty Health System and a separate $3.5 million ARPA payment to the City of Lubbock for a new health district agreement. The court also approved budget amendments, claims payments, and various contracts and travel requests. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $3.5M ARPA funding for StarCare behavioral health crisis center (unanimous)
• Approved $3.5M ARPA payment to City of Lubbock for health district agreement (unanimous)
• Approved line item transfers of $118,614 and budget amendments of $1,219,904 (unanimous)
• Authorized payment of claims totaling $6,262,809.88 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including out-of-state travel and utility permit (unanimous)
• Approved nomination of In Town Inn to National Register of Historic Places (unanimous)
• Approved $718,140 amendment for CR 1500 (Alcove Avenue) project (unanimous)
• Approved first of four one-year renewals with Erlys Janitorial Services (unanimous)

Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will review financial reports, budget amendments, and grant adjustments. Agenda items include a large-scale agreement with Lubbock Cooper ISD regarding Woodrow Road and services for a new Medical Examiner’s Office. The court will also consider several right-of-way acquisitions.

• Agreement with Lubbock Cooper ISD for Woodrow Road Possession and Use ($1,600,000.00)
• Architectural and engineering services for the new Medical Examiner’s Office
• Right-of-way acquisitions for Woodrow Road parcels including $22,161.88 for Parcel 166
• Utility permit for Cornerstone Synergy to install a waterline under CR 7110
• Purchase of an HP Laserjet printer for Justice of the Peace 1 (up to $2,500)

The Lubbock County Commissioners Court unanimously approved a $1.6 million possession and use agreement with Lubbock Cooper Independent School District for Woodrow Road, along with three right-of-way purchases totaling about $44,000. They also authorized an architectural and engineering agreement for the new Medical Examiner's Office, approved a resolution extending survivor benefits to law enforcement employees killed in the line of duty, and approved routine financial items including $2 million in claims and $397,569 in line item transfers. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $1.6M Woodrow Road agreement with Lubbock Cooper ISD (unanimous)
• Approved Woodrow Road right-of-way purchases: Parcel 106 ($2,103.88), Parcel 158 ($19,806.88), Parcel 166 ($22,161.88) (unanimous)
• Authorized County Judge to sign architectural/engineering agreement with Dekker/Perich/Sabatini for new Medical Examiner's Office (unanimous)
• Approved resolution extending survivor benefits to law enforcement employees killed in line of duty (unanimous)
• Approved $2,001,204.10 in general account claims (unanimous)
• Approved $397,569.00 in line item transfers (unanimous)
• Approved sale of surplus property via online auction (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including 7 out-of-state travel requests and utility permit (unanimous)

Commissioners Court Work Session

The Commissioners Court will hold a work session with the Public Works Department. The discussion will focus on the progress of the Lubbock County Road Bond and the FY2023 Issuance.

• Progress update on the Lubbock County Road Bond
• Discussion regarding the FY2023 Issuance with the Public Works Department

The Lubbock County Commissioners Court held a work session to discuss the progress of the Lubbock County Road Bond and the FY2023 Issuance with the Public Works Department. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational only. All members were present, with Commissioner Jason Corley joining at 1:42 PM. No executive session was held.

• No formal decisions made; work session was informational only

Commissioners Court Work Session

The Commissioners Court will hold a work session with the Facilities Maintenance Department. The discussion will focus on utility providers and available options for Lubbock County facilities.

• Discussion of utility provider options for Lubbock County facilities

Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will discuss allocating $10 million from the American Rescue Plan Act to cover pandemic-related revenue losses. The agenda also includes reviews of tax collections, personnel recommendations, and various county contracts.

• Allocation of $10 million in ARPA funds to the Standard Allowance category
• Contract for re-roofing the Lubbock County Juvenile Justice Center with LBK Roofing, LLC
• Utility permit application from Valor Telecommunications for cable installation on CR 6800 and CR 1100
• Resolution to close and vacate a portion of Bradley Ave in Hurlwood
• Professional Services Agreement with Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

The Court will discuss property acquisition and eminent domain for the Woodrow Road Project. The agenda also includes several contract awards using American Rescue Plan Act funds for fire department equipment. Additionally, the Court will review utility permit applications for groundwater monitoring wells.

• ARPA-funded PPE awards for Abernathy, Wolfforth, Slaton, and Shallowater fire departments
• $20,000.00 engineering design amendment for CR 2500 and CR 7300
• Utility permit applications for Air Force Civil Engineer Center wells
• Property acquisition and eminent domain resolution for Woodrow Road Project
• Funding for the 2022 Lubbock Arts Festival

Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will discuss financial matters including ARPA funding and budget amendments. The agenda includes authorization for the May 7, 2022, Constitutional Amendment Special Election. Several contract modifications and travel approvals are also scheduled for consideration.

• $706,100.00 amendment for Woodrow Road Project with Kimley-Horn, Associates, Inc.
• Awarding RFP for ARPA funding Third Party Administrator for Non Profits
• Contract modification for Psychological Assessment Services with Texas Tech University
• Authorization of May 7, 2022 Constitutional Amendment Special Election orders
• ITB award for Juvenile Justice Center ReRoof

The court unanimously approved all agenda items, including awarding the ARPA third-party administrator contract to Local CFO, LLC, approving a $706,100 amendment for the Woodrow Road project, and authorizing the May 7, 2022 constitutional amendment election. All votes were unanimous with no public comments or executive session.

• Awarded RFP 220110 ARPA third-party administrator to Local CFO, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $706,100 amendment #1 for Woodrow Road project with Kimley-Horn (unanimous)
• Authorized May 7, 2022 constitutional amendment special election (unanimous)
• Approved $2,070,913.92 in general claims payments (unanimous)
• Approved $1,102,884 in line item transfers (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including out-of-state travel and brokerage agreement (unanimous)
• Exempted SRS Conveyors repair from competitive procurement (unanimous)
• Awarded Juvenile Justice Center re-roof to LBK Roofing (unanimous)

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Lubbock County Commissioners Court will consider a proposed Texas settlement agreement regarding opioid litigation. The Court will also discuss authorizing an agreement with Lubbock Independent School District to provide educational services at the LCJJC.

• Proposed Texas settlement agreement in opioid litigation (MDL Master Cause No. 2020-16529)
• Agreement with Lubbock ISD for instructional settings at LCJJC using Title 1, Part D Funds

The Lubbock County Commissioners Court unanimously approved accepting a proposed Texas settlement agreement in the opioid litigation, with payments of $1.381 million structured, $177,000 TIVA structured, or $72,000 ENDO lump sum. The court also unanimously authorized the County Judge to sign a written agreement with Lubbock ISD for Title 1, Part D funds to provide educational services at the juvenile justice center. No public comments were made, and no executive session was held.

• Accepted opioid settlement agreement (unanimous)
• Authorized County Judge to sign LISD Title 1, Part D agreement (unanimous)

Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will discuss preparations for the May 7, 2022, Special Election, including appointing election officers and setting polling locations. The court will also consider agreements for small business grant administration and equipment purchases using ARPA funds. Additionally, officials will review utility permit applications for groundwater monitoring wells.

• Agreement with Local CFO, LLC for small business grant administration
• Awarding ITB 220112 for Volunteer Fire Department Extractors using ARPA funds
• Utility Permit Applications for groundwater monitoring wells on CR 3460 and E CR 7600
• Joint Election Resolution for a May 7, 2022 Special Election
• Agreement with TransUnion Risk and Alternative Data Solutions, Inc.

Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will consider several contract awards, including architectural services for a new Medical Examiner’s Office. The agenda includes multiple equipment purchases for volunteer fire departments funded by the American Rescue Plan Act. Additionally, the court will review financial reports and various service agreements.

• Awarding architectural/engineering services for a new Medical Examiner’s Office
• Awards for volunteer fire department protective equipment using ARPA funds
• Agreement with Forensic Nurse Staffing of West Texas for investigative services
• Change order for Juvenile Justice Center improvements by Teinert Construction
• Authorization for Sheriff's Office travel to a national memorial in D.C.

Commissioners Court Special Meeting

The Commissioners Court will consider a resolution and application for the FY23 Victim Advocacy Project grant through VOCA. This includes designating the County Judge as the authorized official to apply for, accept, or terminate the grant.

• FY23 Victim Advocacy Project grant application via VOCA

The Lubbock County Commissioners' Court unanimously approved a resolution and application for the FY23 Victim Advocacy Project grant through the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA), designating the County Judge as the authorized official to apply for, accept, reject, alter, or terminate the grant on behalf of the county. The motion was made by Jason Corley, seconded by Chad Seay, and passed without opposition. No public comments were made, and the court briefly entered executive session before adjourning.

• Approved FY23 VOCA Victim Advocacy Project grant resolution and application (unanimous)
• Designated County Judge as authorized official for grant actions (unanimous)

Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

The court will review appointments and logistics for the March 1, 2022, Democratic and Republican Joint Party Primaries. Other items include an order prohibiting outdoor burning for 30 days and a contract for inmate housing in Comanche County. The agenda also includes courthouse repair updates and administrative matters.

• Order prohibiting outdoor burning for 30 days starting January 24, 2022
• Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Comanche County for inmate housing
• Change Order #4 with Amstar, Inc. for courthouse tunnel and sidewalk repairs
• Appointments of election officials for the March 1, 2022, primaries
• Increase of Robert Scott's purchasing card limit to $5,000

The Lubbock County Commissioners Court approved routine financial items including $3,374,888.28 in general claims, $127,656 in line item transfers, and $5,890 in budget amendments. They also approved the consent agenda covering travel, an interlocal agreement, and a change order, plus several election-related appointments for the March 1, 2022 primaries. A work session on the American Rescue Plan Act and broadband presentations was held but no decisions were made there.

• Approved $3,374,888.28 in general claims (unanimous)
• Approved $127,656 line item transfers and $5,890 budget amendments (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including out-of-state travel for Sheriff Rowe and Chief Deputy Reed (unanimous)
• Awarded RFQ 221001 Facilities Condition Assessment to Atkins North America Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved Project Safe Neighborhoods Grant #4082103 for Texas Anti-Gang Center (unanimous)
• Approved bond for Elections Administrator Scarlette R. Stinson (unanimous)
• Appointed election officials and committees for March 1, 2022 primaries (unanimous)
• Adopted order prohibiting outdoor burning for 30 days in specified areas (unanimous)

Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

The Commissioners Court will review financial reports, budget amendments, and various county purchases. The agenda includes presentations on tax collections and wildlife disease. The court will also consider applications for state grants regarding voting systems and anti-gang efforts.

• Grant application to transition from direct recording equipment to paper-based voting
• Texas Anti-Gang Grant application for the Lubbock County Sheriff
• Purchase of an HP Color Laserjet for approximately $1,000.00
• Purchase of an iPad and accessories for approximately $850.00
• Approval of the 2022 Caliche and Seal Coat Plans

The court approved applying for Texas Secretary of State grant funding to transition from direct recording equipment to a paper-based voting system, and adopted a resolution authorizing the County Judge to sign and submit necessary grant documents. Both votes passed 4-1, with Commissioner Gilbert Flores voting nay. The court also approved routine financial items, including $2,180,108.33 in general account claims, and the 2022 Caliche and Seal Coat Plans.

• Approved application for Texas Secretary of State grant to move to paper-based voting system (4-1)
• Adopted resolution for paper-based voting system and authorized County Judge to sign grant documents (4-1)
• Approved line item transfers of $55,905.00 and budget amendments of $0.00 (unanimous)
• Authorized payment of claims: general accounts (pooled cash) $2,180,108.33 (unanimous)
• Accepted monthly unaudited financial report for November 2021 (unanimous)
• Accepted IRS mileage rate of 58.5 cents per mile effective January 10, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including out-of-state travel, Handle With Care agreement, and technology purchases (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Caliche and Seal Coat Plans (unanimous)