August 11, 2026 Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

The Hardin County Commissioners Court held a regular meeting on August 11, 2026, addressing various procurement and budget matters. Key procurement actions included awarding a road overlay contract to CMM Construction for $120,000, with funds encumbered across fiscal years 2026 and 2027. The court also authorized the purchasing agent to solicit bids for construction related to public assistance projects on Gorstore Road, McNeely Road, and Cooks Lake Road. Budget amendments were approved to reallocate funds within the waste collection center and road and bridge budgets, including a $9,360 transfer for sanitation services and a $51,000 reallocation for vehicle equipment and contract services. Additionally, the court approved a new waste collection contract with Eco Waste Solutions at a rate of $400 per haul following a competitive bidding process. The court rejected insurance benefit proposals due to cost concerns and planned to revisit the issue in the spring. Public hearings were scheduled for subdivision variances and the fiscal year 2027 budget and tax rate. No motions were made regarding a disputed $18,222 change order related to increased diesel costs on a grant-funded project. Overall, the meeting focused on contract awards, budget reallocations, and procurement planning for infrastructure and waste services.