Starr County Commissioners Court 6/08/2026

The Starr County Commissioners Court held a public hearing and regular meeting on June 8, 2026. A key procurement-related discussion involved approving a tax abatement agreement with Bessie Energy Storage LLC for a 200-megawatt battery storage project on 40 acres off La Morita Road. The agreement included road use and maintenance provisions during construction. The commissioners approved the tax abatement following negotiations. Additionally, the court approved various budget amendments, claims, and resolutions, including an application for nutrition program funding and a street renaming. Financial reports covering county revenues, expenditures, and debt were reviewed, but no other procurement contracts or vendor selections were discussed.