Kerr County Commissioners' Court Special Agenda, April 1, 2026

The Kerr County Commissioners' Court held a special meeting on April 1, 2026, primarily to approve the official bond for Yunivey Boblett as the new District Clerk and to consider a resolution opposing the proposed Howard Solstice 765 kV transmission line project. The court unanimously approved the bond for the District Clerk. The main procurement-related discussion centered on the transmission line project, which involves significant infrastructure with 77 proposed routes, 19 affecting Kerr County. The court discussed the potential negative impacts, including eminent domain concerns, property value declines, and increased electricity costs. A resolution was passed with a 4-0 vote (one abstention) to formally oppose the project and submit a protest comment to the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT). The court declined to intervene formally due to procedural complexities but encouraged affected landowners to do so. The meeting included public comments and statements from local officials and representatives expressing opposition to the transmission line and concerns about its necessity and impact on the community.