Commissioners Court Regular Session 09/22/2026

The Hunt County Commissioners Court held a regular session on September 22, 2026, addressing several procurement and budget-related matters. A key presentation was made by KI Supply regarding DustPods, a polymer-based road stabilization product offered as an alternative to magnesium chloride, including a no-charge half-mile demonstration proposal. The court approved multiple procurement actions including purchasing and installing water meters at a new county maintenance barn, and replacing electrical power distribution lines in various precincts. The court also discussed compliance with federal Section 3 requirements related to a Texas CDBG grant for road rehabilitation on County Road 458, emphasizing opportunities for local low-income workers and businesses. Budget amendments were approved, including funding a part-time position from a special JP fee fund without impacting the tax rate. The court appointed Jessica Sims as the public information coordinator to comply with new state transparency requirements. Finally, the court conducted a public hearing and adopted the fiscal year 2027 budget and the 2026 tax rate, maintaining a no new revenue tax rate with detailed line item adjustments and separate votes on maintenance and debt service components. Motions to approve accounts payable, payroll, and personnel were also passed during the session.