Chaves County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting for Thursday August 20th, 2026.

The Chaves County Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting on August 20, 2026, addressing several procurement and budget-related matters. Key procurement actions included approval of the purchase of a Type 5 brush truck for the Midway Volunteer Fire Department from Sitins Martin Emergency Group for $393,147 under an HGAC contract. The board also approved a volunteer fire stipend policy with funding up to $25,000 annually to aid recruitment and retention. Additionally, the board approved waiving road cut permit fees for emergency water line repairs by Bindo Co-op Water Users Association. The commissioners discussed and voted to adopt ordinance 0119 to place a local economic development gross receipts tax on the November ballot, including a five-year sunset clause, allowing voters to decide on the tax. Other resolutions included opposing a groundwater discharge permit for a sewage facility and joining a congressional staff tour initiative to showcase regional industries, committing funds toward the project. The meeting also covered certification of a school district capital improvements tax election and ratification of out-of-state travel for law enforcement and fire department personnel. Overall, the meeting focused on economic development initiatives, public safety equipment procurement, and community infrastructure support.