Special Session of Commissioners Court August 17, 2026

The Burnet County Commissioners Court held a special session on August 17, 2026, primarily addressing election integrity concerns and procurement matters. Public comments focused heavily on unresolved discrepancies in the March 2026 primary election, including missing ballots and incomplete reconciliation of voting records, with calls for investigations before proceeding with the November general election. Despite these concerns, the court voted to approve the order of election for the November midterms to comply with state law. Additionally, the court discussed procurement related to county technology upgrades, authorizing the county purchasing officer to seek an IT consultant to review infrastructure and prepare specifications for new laptops and desktops, with a budget not to exceed $15,000. The discussion highlighted ongoing challenges in establishing clear IT standards and procurement processes, emphasizing the need for competitive bidding consistent with county policy and state law. Other procurement actions included approval of an antiquities permit for road improvements and authorization to decommission a sheriff's office vehicle.