110 S. Main St., Lockhart, Texas 78644(512) 398-1800

Weather Advisory: Monitor road conditions during heavy rain season. Check Road Closures

Commissioners Court — Regular Meeting (Test Seed 4.23.26)

· 9:00 a.m.

110 S. Main St. 2nd Floor, Lockhart, Texas 78644

Agenda not yet posted

Meeting video

Watch the meeting video (external link)

Meeting summary

Items considered under CONSENT AGENDA.
Item #ItemAction & vote
F.1To approve County Invoices and Purchase Orders in the amount of $1,219,719.51. — To approve County Invoices and Purchase Orders in the amount of $1,219,719.51. — Presenter: System Administrator (IT)To approve County Invoices and Purchase Orders in the amount of $1,219,719.51.
F.2To approve County Payroll payment in the amount of $553,739.39 (03/22/2026 through 04/04/2026). — To approve County Payroll payment in the amount of $553,739.39 (03/22/2026 through 04/04/2026). — Presenter: System Administrator (IT)To approve County Payroll payment in the amount of $553,739.39 (03/22/2026 through 04/04/2026).
F.3To approve County Payroll Tax payment in the amount of $163,429.75 (03/22/2026 through 04/04/2026). — To approve County Payroll Tax payment in the amount of $163,429.75 (03/22/2026 through 04/04/2026). — Presenter: System Administrator (IT)To approve County Payroll Tax payment in the amount of $163,429.75 (03/22/2026 through 04/04/2026).
F.4To accept March 2026 Tax Collection Report from the Caldwell County Appraisal District. — To accept March 2026 Tax Collection Report from the Caldwell County Appraisal District. — Presenter: System Administrator (IT)To accept March 2026 Tax Collection Report from the Caldwell County Appraisal District.
F.5To accept Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Caldwell County 2nd Quarter Investment Report ending March 31, 2026. — To accept Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Caldwell County 2nd Quarter Investment Report ending March 31, 2026. — Presenter: System Administrator (IT)To accept Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Caldwell County 2nd Quarter Investment Report ending March 31, 2026.
F.6To accept the Caldwell County ESD No.5 Audit. — To accept the Caldwell County ESD No.5 Audit. — Presenter: System Administrator (IT)To accept the Caldwell County ESD No.5 Audit.
F.7To approve employee bond renewal for Stephanie McKee, Commissioners Court Administrative Assistant. — To approve employee bond renewal for Stephanie McKee, Commissioners Court Administrative Assistant. — Presenter: System Administrator (IT)To approve employee bond renewal for Stephanie McKee, Commissioners Court Administrative Assistant.
F.8To accept Caldwell County Constable PCT. 1 March 2026 Report. — To accept Caldwell County Constable PCT. 1 March 2026 Report. — Presenter: System Administrator (IT)To accept Caldwell County Constable PCT. 1 March 2026 Report.
F.9To accept Caldwell County Constable PCT. 4 March 2026 Report. 1 — To accept Caldwell County Constable PCT. 4 March 2026 Report. 1 — Presenter: System Administrator (IT)To accept Caldwell County Constable PCT. 4 March 2026 Report. 1

PRESENTATION

Items considered under PRESENTATION.
Item #ItemAction & vote
G.12025 Pretrial Bond Supervision Report - Romelia Elizondo, Adult Probation Deputy Director, and Miranda Kelly, Pretrial Bond Supervision Officer — 2025 Pretrial Bond Supervision Report - Romelia Elizondo, Adult Probation Deputy Director, and Miranda Kelly, Pretrial Bond Supervision Officer — Presenter: System Administrator (IT)2025 Pretrial Bond Supervision Report - Romelia Elizondo, Adult Probation Deputy Director, and Miranda Kelly, Pretrial Bond Supervision Officer

DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS

Items considered under DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS.
Item #ItemAction & vote
H.1To discuss and take possible action regarding the approval of the Minutes for the April 9, 2026, regular meeting. — To discuss and take possible action regarding the approval of the Minutes for the April 9, 2026, regular meeting. — Presenter: Judge Haden/Teresa Rodriguez (IT)To discuss and take possible action regarding the approval of the Minutes for the April 9, 2026, regular meeting.
H.2To discuss and take possible action regarding the Final Plat for Tenney Creek Estates subdivision consisting of seven residential lots on approximately 13.083 acres located on FM 86 and Tenney Creek … — To discuss and take possible action regarding the Final Plat for Tenney Creek Estates subdivision consisting of seven residential lots on approximately 13.083 acres located on FM 86 and Tenney Creek Road. — Presenter: Commissioner Horne/Kasi Miles (IT)To discuss and take possible action regarding the Final Plat for Tenney Creek Estates subdivision consisting of seven residential lots on approximately 13.083 acres located on FM 86 and Tenney Creek …
H.3To discuss and take possible action regarding the Development Agreement for Lockhart Property, LLC pertaining to 205.756 acres located in Caldwell County, Texas. — To discuss and take possible action regarding the Development Agreement for Lockhart Property, LLC pertaining to 205.756 acres located in Caldwell County, Texas. — Presenter: Judge Haden/Richard Sitton/Kasi Miles (IT)To discuss and take possible action regarding the Development Agreement for Lockhart Property, LLC pertaining to 205.756 acres located in Caldwell County, Texas.
H.4To discuss and take possible action regarding the Final Plat for Larry's Estates, consisting of four lots on approximately 19.114 acres located at Track Rd. — To discuss and take possible action regarding the Final Plat for Larry's Estates, consisting of four lots on approximately 19.114 acres located at Track Rd. — Presenter: Commissioner Thomas/Nicole Stephens (IT)To discuss and take possible action regarding the Final Plat for Larry's Estates, consisting of four lots on approximately 19.114 acres located at Track Rd.
H.5To discuss and take possible action regarding a formal request for a one-year extension for the Tomahawk Subdivision, Phase 1, PICP construction plans approved on April 19, 2024, on approximately 152… — To discuss and take possible action regarding a formal request for a one-year extension for the Tomahawk Subdivision, Phase 1, PICP construction plans approved on April 19, 2024, on approximately 152.54 acres located off FM 1854 and Tomahawk Trail. — Presenter: Commissioner Thomas/Kasi Miles (IT)To discuss and take possible action regarding a formal request for a one-year extension for the Tomahawk Subdivision, Phase 1, PICP construction plans approved on April 19, 2024, on approximately 152…
H.6To discuss and take possible action to approve a Reimbursement Agreement between Caldwell County and Union Pacific Railroad Company (UPRR) for costs associated with Preliminary Engineering Services w… — To discuss and take possible action to approve a Reimbursement Agreement between Caldwell County and Union Pacific Railroad Company (UPRR) for costs associated with Preliminary Engineering Services work related to the North Magnolia Avenue Turn Lane Addition project and authorize the County Judge to execute all related documents. — Presenter: Judge Haden/Commissioner Horne/Maria Castanon (IT)To discuss and take possible action to approve a Reimbursement Agreement between Caldwell County and Union Pacific Railroad Company (UPRR) for costs associated with Preliminary Engineering Services w…
H.7To discuss and take possible action to approve a Reimbursement Agreement between Caldwell County and Union Pacific Railroad Company (UPRR) for costs associated with Preliminary Engineering Services w… — To discuss and take possible action to approve a Reimbursement Agreement between Caldwell County and Union Pacific Railroad Company (UPRR) for costs associated with Preliminary Engineering Services work related to the North Hackberry Avenue Truck Route (Alt) project and authorize the County Judge to execute all related documents. — Presenter: Judge Haden/Commissioner Horne/Maria Castanon (IT)To discuss and take possible action to approve a Reimbursement Agreement between Caldwell County and Union Pacific Railroad Company (UPRR) for costs associated with Preliminary Engineering Services w…
H.8To discuss and take possible action regarding a Caldwell County Burn Ban. — To discuss and take possible action regarding a Caldwell County Burn Ban. — Presenter: Judge Haden/Hector Rangel (IT)To discuss and take possible action regarding a Caldwell County Burn Ban.
H.9To discuss and take possible action regarding Order 05-2026 authorizing the sale of fireworks for Memorial Day. — To discuss and take possible action regarding Order 05-2026 authorizing the sale of fireworks for Memorial Day. — Presenter: Judge Haden/Hector Rangel (IT)To discuss and take possible action regarding Order 05-2026 authorizing the sale of fireworks for Memorial Day.
H.10To discuss and take possible action regarding a Proclamation recognizing the Retired Nurses Group of Caldwell County and its Nurse's Aide Training Program. — To discuss and take possible action regarding a Proclamation recognizing the Retired Nurses Group of Caldwell County and its Nurse's Aide Training Program. — Presenter: Commissioner Thomas/Annice Brawley (IT)To discuss and take possible action regarding a Proclamation recognizing the Retired Nurses Group of Caldwell County and its Nurse's Aide Training Program.
H.11To discuss and take possible action regarding a Proclamation recognizing May 4 - 8, 2026, as Economic Development Week. — To discuss and take possible action regarding a Proclamation recognizing May 4 - 8, 2026, as Economic Development Week. — Presenter: Judge Haden/Emily Mathes/Sarah Martin (IT)To discuss and take possible action regarding a Proclamation recognizing May 4 - 8, 2026, as Economic Development Week.
H.12To discuss and take possible action regarding a Proclamation designating May 4 - 8, 2026, as Air Quality Awareness Week. — To discuss and take possible action regarding a Proclamation designating May 4 - 8, 2026, as Air Quality Awareness Week. — Presenter: Judge Haden/Commissioner Westmoreland (IT)To discuss and take possible action regarding a Proclamation designating May 4 - 8, 2026, as Air Quality Awareness Week.
H.13To discuss and take possible action regarding a Management Control Agreement between the Caldwell County Sheriff's Office and Blue Layer. — To discuss and take possible action regarding a Management Control Agreement between the Caldwell County Sheriff's Office and Blue Layer. — Presenter: Judge Haden/Mike Lane/Dave Erskine (IT)To discuss and take possible action regarding a Management Control Agreement between the Caldwell County Sheriff's Office and Blue Layer.
H.14To discuss and take possible action regarding a renewal contract between Caldwell County and LexisNexis for background search for indigent burial requests. — To discuss and take possible action regarding a renewal contract between Caldwell County and LexisNexis for background search for indigent burial requests. — Presenter: Judge Haden (IT)To discuss and take possible action regarding a renewal contract between Caldwell County and LexisNexis for background search for indigent burial requests.
H.15To discuss and take possible action regarding Budget Amendment 09-2026 moving $41,471.15 from Evacuation Shelter (001-6520-3665) into multiple Fund 20 line items. — To discuss and take possible action regarding Budget Amendment 09-2026 moving $41,471.15 from Evacuation Shelter (001-6520-3665) into multiple Fund 20 line items. — Presenter: Judge Haden/Danie Teltow (IT)To discuss and take possible action regarding Budget Amendment 09-2026 moving $41,471.15 from Evacuation Shelter (001-6520-3665) into multiple Fund 20 line items.
H.16To discuss and take possible action regarding Final Draft for RFP 26CCP01P Medical Service for Inmates. — To discuss and take possible action regarding Final Draft for RFP 26CCP01P Medical Service for Inmates. — Presenter: Judge Haden/Dominique Esquivel (IT)To discuss and take possible action regarding Final Draft for RFP 26CCP01P Medical Service for Inmates.
H.17To discuss and take possible action on Resolution 25-2026 authorizing the submittal of a grant application to the Texas Historical Commissioner (THC) for the Texas Historic Courthouse Preservation Pr… — To discuss and take possible action on Resolution 25-2026 authorizing the submittal of a grant application to the Texas Historical Commissioner (THC) for the Texas Historic Courthouse Preservation Program (THCPP) Round XIV Grant. — Presenter: Judge Haden/Amber Quinley (IT)To discuss and take possible action on Resolution 25-2026 authorizing the submittal of a grant application to the Texas Historical Commissioner (THC) for the Texas Historic Courthouse Preservation Pr…
H.18To discuss and take possible action regarding updates on Project Apex Graphite economic development negotiations. Commissioners Court may provide further instruction or take necessary action as appro… — To discuss and take possible action regarding updates on Project Apex Graphite economic development negotiations. Commissioners Court may provide further instruction or take necessary action as appropriate. — Presenter: Judge Haden (IT)To discuss and take possible action regarding updates on Project Apex Graphite economic development negotiations. Commissioners Court may provide further instruction or take necessary action as appro…
H.19To discuss and take possible action regarding updates on Project Super Nova economic development negotiations. Commissioners Court may provide further instruction or take necessary action as appropri… — To discuss and take possible action regarding updates on Project Super Nova economic development negotiations. Commissioners Court may provide further instruction or take necessary action as appropriate. — Presenter: Judge Haden (IT)To discuss and take possible action regarding updates on Project Super Nova economic development negotiations. Commissioners Court may provide further instruction or take necessary action as appropri…

EXECUTIVE SESSION

Items considered under EXECUTIVE SESSION.
Item #ItemAction & vote
I.1Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.087, the discussion of deliberation regarding economic development negotiations associated with Project Apex Graphite. Possible action may follow in open… — Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.087, the discussion of deliberation regarding economic development negotiations associated with Project Apex Graphite. Possible action may follow in open court. — Presenter: System Administrator (IT)Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.087, the discussion of deliberation regarding economic development negotiations associated with Project Apex Graphite. Possible action may follow in open…
I.2Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.087, the discussion of deliberation regarding economic development negotiations associated with Project Super Nova. Possible action may follow in open co… — Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.087, the discussion of deliberation regarding economic development negotiations associated with Project Super Nova. Possible action may follow in open court. — Presenter: System Administrator (IT)Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.087, the discussion of deliberation regarding economic development negotiations associated with Project Super Nova. Possible action may follow in open co…
I.3Discussion with legal counsel of Allison, Bass & Magee, L.L.P. regarding Texas Tribune, Mano Amiga, and Caldwell/Hays Examiner v. Caldwell County, et al., Civil Action No. 1:23-CV-910; United States … — Discussion with legal counsel of Allison, Bass & Magee, L.L.P. regarding Texas Tribune, Mano Amiga, and Caldwell/Hays Examiner v. Caldwell County, et al., Civil Action No. 1:23-CV-910; United States District Court, Western District of Texas, Austin Division and any potential action needed. [Executive Session is requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney)] 3 — Presenter: System Administrator (IT)Discussion with legal counsel of Allison, Bass & Magee, L.L.P. regarding Texas Tribune, Mano Amiga, and Caldwell/Hays Examiner v. Caldwell County, et al., Civil Action No. 1:23-CV-910; United States …

All meetings, agendas & minutes