August 25, 2026 Commissioners Court | Regular Meeting

The Hardin County Commissioners Court held a regular meeting on August 25, 2026, addressing multiple procurement and budget-related matters. Key procurement actions included approval of a software license renewal with Capital Appraisal Group LLC for the tax office, purchase of a recycler machine from Kingdom Equipment and Consulting Inc. for $25,000 with a budget transfer, and awarding a construction contract for road repairs related to a train derailment to MK Constructors based on bid evaluations. The court also approved payments to MK Constructors for detention project work funded by local match funds from the City of Lumberton. Additionally, the court authorized applications for aviation maintenance and hazard mitigation grants, and approved a resolution to submit a grant application to the U.S. Department of Justice for expansion of a justice center/detention facility, highlighting a potential $3 billion funding opportunity. Budget amendments were made for various county departments, including building maintenance and district clerk supplies. The court also appointed personnel to key county positions and recognized long-serving employees. Public hearings included a variance request for residential lot widths and discussion of a proposed public improvement district. Overall, the meeting focused on contract awards, budget adjustments, grant applications, and infrastructure project approvals.