Van Zandt County Special Session 8/10/2026

The Van Zandt County Texas Commissioners Court held a special session on August 10, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included the authorization of a countywide burn ban for 60 days due to drought conditions, with the Fire Marshall empowered to rescind it upon improved conditions. The court approved a 3% salary increase for elected officials for the fiscal year 2027 budget, despite some opposition concerned about rising costs and tax increases. They also authorized the County Judge to sign a Texas Soil and Water Conservation Board (TSSWCB) contract (CDR 103-p2-0454-27) for dam repairs with a maximum cost of $4,817,500, funded by state resources and not county funds. Additionally, the court ratified a two-year agreement with People's Fiber for internet services at the District Attorney's office at $380 per month to resolve connectivity issues. No other contract awards or capital projects were discussed, and no bill payments required approval during this session.