Tarrant County Commissioners Court: September 15th, 2026.

The Tarrant County Commissioners Court held a meeting on September 15, 2026, where key procurement and budgetary matters were discussed. The court approved the county's tax rate for 2026, setting it slightly below the no new revenue rate, with a 3-2 vote. They also passed the 2027 county government budget, which included provisions to transfer vacant road and bridge crew positions between precincts and to cap active employee insurance premium increases at 5%, while grandfathering pre-65 retirees on current insurance tiers without increases. The court approved the Tarrant County Hospital District's tax rate and budget for fiscal year 2027, recognizing JPS as a leader in healthcare. Additionally, the court unanimously approved special purpose budgets and a grant agreement with Urban Strategies, Inc. to provide support services to county residents. Public comments reflected diverse community concerns, including budget priorities, public safety, healthcare staffing, and election administration. The meeting also featured a resolution recognizing National Voter Registration Day and commending local NAACP branches for their voter access efforts.