Titus County Texas Commissioners' Court Special Meeting held August 18, 2026

The Titus County Texas Commissioners' Court held a special meeting on August 18, 2026, focusing primarily on immigration-related grant opportunities and related administrative actions. The court unanimously approved a resolution to submit an application for the 2026 Bridging Immigration Related Defects Experienced Nationwide program to the U.S. Department of Justice, authorizing the county judge to act as the executive officer for related matters. They also approved initiating a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to select a grant administrator to assist with the grant's administration, ensuring no county funds would be expended for this service. Additionally, the court discussed and approved obtaining a soil sample to assess the viability of a potential construction project related to the jail basement, emphasizing the importance of this step before pursuing a possible $25 million grant for building expansion or improvements. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn passed unanimously.