Titus County Texas Commissioners' Court Workshop Meeting held June 10, 2026

The Titus County Texas Commissioners' Court held a workshop meeting on June 10, 2026, primarily focused on budget hearings for various county offices and departments. Several elected officials and department representatives presented their budget requests, highlighting increases in travel costs, software expenses, and salary adjustments to address rising costs of living and retain staff. Notably, the County Clerk requested a 5% salary increase for deputies and funding for digital record preservation software. The Treasurer also requested a 5% salary increase to align pay among elected officials. The Emergency Management and Fire Departments requested increased funding for training, equipment, and facility improvements, including lighting and restrooms. The Constable's office sought funding for new body cameras, handheld radios, and reliable vehicles for reserve deputies, emphasizing compliance with state law and operational needs. Additionally, discussions included potential cost savings by consolidating permitting services in-house and addressing ADA compliance for the county website, with a significant increase in website service fees anticipated. The Elections office discussed challenges related to polling locations, joint elections, and compliance with new state regulations, including the need for additional ADA-compliant space. Several departments also mentioned grant funding to offset travel and supply costs. Overall, the meeting involved detailed budgetary considerations with multiple requests for increased funding to support county operations and compliance requirements.