03. 12. 2026

The Harrison County Commissioners Court held a meeting on March 13, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement actions included approval of payments for regular bills totaling $720,419.94, a $24,340 payment to Tiss Elevator Corp. for jail elevator repairs, and allocation of $50,813.50 from child safety fees to incorporated cities and local organizations. The court approved budget amendments for a Texas State University grant supporting sheriff department tobacco sting operations and insurance proceeds for road and bridge and sheriff's department vehicle maintenance. Additionally, the court authorized utility applications for water supply projects and approved contracts such as the annual ESD1 contract and a three-year extension for Westlaw legal information services at a new rate of $1,383 monthly. The court also approved a resolution to apply for a 2026 State Homeland Security Grant to purchase radios for Emergency Service Districts, requesting $750,000 of a $2 million need. Other administrative reports covered financial summaries, road and bridge maintenance updates, and sheriff department activities. Motions related to these procurement and budget items passed unanimously.