Regular Meeting Aug 25, 2026

The Liberty County Commissioners Court held a regular meeting on August 25, 2026, addressing various procurement and budget-related matters. Key procurement actions included approval of a budget amendment transferring funds from fuel to capital outlay for precinct 2, and payment of $80,589.42 to Huntington National Bank for a dump truck lease payoff. The court approved purchase of a John Deere tractor for $72,413.20 and three new 2025 vehicles for the Sheriff's Office totaling $121,142.50 through a Buy Board contract. Additionally, law enforcement duty gear and weapons were approved for $6,192.31 via an Omnia contract. The court also approved invoices totaling over $575,000 to LJA Engineering for a county-wide drainage study and master plan funded by a GLO CDBG grant. Several tax increment reinvestment zone (TIRZ) reimbursements were approved, including $79,550 to the City of Dayton and $289,349 to the City of Cleveland. The court accepted termination of a contract for assessment and collection services with a municipal management district and discussed cybersecurity enhancements through a no-cost interlocal agreement with the University of Texas Regional Security Education Center. An incident involving a fraudulent county check was reported, with discussion on implementing positive pay controls to prevent future losses. The court also ordered the November 3, 2026 local elections and approved service fees for civil documents for 2027. Some items, such as an ambulance services agreement amendment, were tabled for future consideration.