Commissioner’s Court Meeting 1 20 2026

The McLennan County Commissioner's Court meeting held on January 20, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement actions included approval of a $40,000 feasibility study for a proposed aquatic learning center aimed at supporting community and competitive aquatic activities, with potential capital costs estimated between $55 million and $70 million. The court also approved a resolution supporting a $23 million senior housing development project by the Waco Housing Authority, which will create 66 units and generate construction and full-time jobs. Additionally, the court authorized a $52,189 agreement with the City of Moody for work within their jurisdiction and approved contract renewals with Next Election Services and TransUnion for election software support and risk data services, respectively. A significant capital improvement project involved approving a change order to remove unexpected concrete beneath the Texas Fairgrounds parking lot. The court also approved a partial payment of over $2 million to John W. Irvin Construction Company for the downtown jail remodel under a construction manager at risk agreement. Policy updates included revisions to employee phone usage and pay policies for the pre-trial intervention program. Several motions related to temporary staffing and burn ban implementation were also passed.