Commissioners Court 08/18/2026

The Hidalgo County Commissioners Court meeting on August 18, 2026, included multiple procurement and budget-related actions. The court approved various construction contracts and payments, including drainage improvements and street projects, with vendors such as Core Equipment LLC, RDH Site and Concrete LLC, Senator Development Construction, Econ Group Construction, Elite Grading and Paving LLC, and Signs Brothers Construction LLC. Budget amendments totaling several million dollars were approved to fund ongoing capital projects and bond series. The court also authorized acceptance of a $200,000 Texas Veterans Commission grant for mental health services and approved amendments to memorandums of understanding related to urban county programs and real property acquisitions. Additionally, the court approved the purchase of a 2027 water truck for $218,698.48 and professional engineering services for construction management and material testing. A public hearing was scheduled for September 15, 2026, regarding a proposed tax rate. The meeting featured presentations on the Hidalgo County Active Transportation Tourism Plan and discussions on safety and infrastructure improvements for hike and bike trails. Several motions passed with some commissioners abstaining from specific items due to conflicts of interest.