Ernie Koch

Jail Security Upgrades

The project will cost $21,965.92, funded through the Jail Commissary Fund.

County Treasurer Transition

The transition involves standard payroll and administrative adjustments for the Treasurer's office.

Crime Victims' Awareness

The county is applying for a total of $625,000 in grant funding.

Sheriff's Office Fleet Modernization

The purchase of three vehicles totals $157,216, funded entirely by state grants.

election logistics

Knowing where to go saves you gas money and the frustration of wasting time on election day.

election information

Voting is free, but staying informed helps you understand how local tax measures on the ballot will affect your wallet.

emergency preparedness

Being prepared now saves you a fortune in emergency repairs and lost property later.

election results

These new officials will be in charge of how your tax dollars are spent on local services and infrastructure projects.

government schedule

There is no direct cost to residents, though staying informed could help you avoid potential fines or missed opportunities for public grants.

police leadership appointment

While the salary is likely budgeted, any shift in enforcement priorities could change how the department allocates its existing resources.

law enforcement investigation

Taxpayer money will likely be diverted toward legal fees and a complete audit of the animal control department's operations.

emergency services governance

Better management could mean your tax dollars are finally being spent efficiently on the gear and staffing our first responders actually need.

municipal election results

We're looking at potential budget reallocations as the new administration decides which projects get funded and which get the axe.

Consider approval of request by Hon. Mark Davis, Sheriff, to amend the FY26 Rural Law Enforcement Grant budget

Consider and possibly authorize request by Judge Wayne McDaniel to pay Cornerstone Detention Products Inc. Invoice #667285 in the amount of $6,418.34 for repairs to doors in the county jail approved b

Authorization to pay County bills as presented by Mrs. Candice McKinney, County Auditor

Consider approval of a Variance Request, submitted by Mrs. Marisol Gutierrez, Interim Floodplain Administrator, of the following items for the Willow Pond Estate Townhomes development

Consider, discuss and possibly accept for filing with the County Clerk the FY27 Proposed Hardin County Budget presented by Hon. Wayne McDaniel, County Judge.

Consider and possibly approve the Minutes of July 14, 2026, Regular Meeting

Consider approval of request by Hon. Rebecca R. Walton, District Attorney, to apply for a grant through the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts

Consider request by Mrs. Misty Sims, Purchasing Agent, to possibly authorize County Judge to sign Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Contractor with N&T Construction Inc., concerning Hurrica

Adjourn.

Consider approval of request to cancel all Registered Claims from July14, 2026; and Approval of Cash Statement

Consider and possibly authorize a Replat, submitted by Mrs. Marisol Gutierrez, Interim Floodplain Administrator

Consider approval of request by Hon. Ernie Koch, County Commissioner, to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit bids for overlaying of approximately 1,120' x 18' of Beasley Dr., in Lumberton, TX

Consider and possibly authorize the following FY26 budget transfer as requested by Hon. Rebecca R. Walton, District Attorney

Consider and possibly authorize a Private Subdivision Preliminary Plat, submitted by Mrs. Marisol Gutierrez, Interim Floodplain Administrator, as follows: Willow Pond Estate Townhomes.

Discussion and possibly action to set the proposed Tax Rate for the year 2026.

Consider approval of request by Ms. Alysa Freeman, Elections Administrator, to approve an Order of Appointment for Election Judges and alternate Election Judges for Hardin County

Consider approval of a Variance Request, submitted by Mrs. Marisol Gutierrez, Interim Floodplain Administrator, of the following items for the Replat of Golden Trails.

Consider and possibly authorize a Replat, submitted by Mrs. Marisol Gutierrez, Interim Floodplain Administrator, as follows: Replat of Golden Trails. Vol. 4, Pg. 282 and 282A, PRHCT.

Consider approval of request by Hon. Matthew Minick, County Attorney, to apply for a grant through the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts

Consider approval of request by Hon. L.W. “Nubbin” Cooper Jr., County Commissioner, to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit bids for the Adler Ditch Channel Improvements Project in Precinct 1, pu

Mrs. Misty Sims, Purchasing Agent, to present bid tabulation for the Kountze Roadside Ditch and Channel Improvements Project pursuant to GLO Contract No. 24-065-065-E596 Regional CDBG-MIT-MOD; and req

Consider approval of request by Hon. Angie Smith, County Treasurer, to authorize payment to R&B Fund line item 017-140-494 in the amount of $312,456.40 from USDA NRCS Watershed Protection line item 49

Consider approval of request by Mrs. Misty Sims, Purchasing Agent, to pay FNT Construction Services Invoice #061126-1 in the amount of $18,464.68 for building repairs to the R&B 1 office building (ori

Consider approval of request by Hon. Amanda Young, County Commissioner, to amend the FY26 R&B 3 Budget by transferring $15,000 from 017-623-334 materials and supplies to 017-623-351 vehicle/equipment

Mrs. Misty Sims, Purchasing Agent, to present recommendation from evaluation committee for proposals received for Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) Water Supply & Infrastructure grant management se

Consider approval of request by Mrs. Melinda Herrington, Human Resources Director, to enroll all Hardin County Officials and employees with access to a government computer system or database into the

Consider approval of request by Hon. Angie Smith, County Treasurer, to authorize payment to General Fund line item 010-140-439 in the amount of $876,033.21 from Hurricane Safe Room project DR4332-0233

Consider approval of request by Misty Sims, Purchasing Agent, to pay ERS, Inc. Pay Application No. 3 in the amount of $137,768.85 related to the National Resources Conservation Service Emergency Water

Consider approval of request by Hon. Mark Davis, Sheriff, to purchase cell phone forensic software from Cellebrite, Inc. in the amount of $3,399.88 utilizing 082-560-594 Software License and Support i

Consider approval of request by Mrs. Misty Sims, Purchasing Agent, to authorize payment to MK Constructors for Payment Request #2 in the amount of $135,470.00 using local match funds provided by the C

Consider approval of request by Hon. Mark Davis, Sheriff, to issue a Purchase Order to Sydaptic, Inc. in the amount of $21,965.92 utilizing 184-504-570 Equipment in the Jail Commissary Fund for the pu

Consider approval of request by Mrs. Misty Sims, Purchasing Agent, to authorize the County Judge to sign Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $165,000.00 concerning the Gore Store Road Channel Crossing

Adjourn.

Consider approval of request by Mrs. Misty Sims, Purchasing Agent, to approve an update to Purchasing Policy and Procedures concerning Federal Grant Procurement Guidelines

Consider approval of request by Mrs. Letasha Jones, Interim Director – Health Services, to authorize the County Judge to execute an eighteen (18) month contract with CureMD for an Electronic Health Re

Consider approval of request by Mrs. Letasha Jones, Interim Director – Health Services, to authorize the County Judge to execute a twelve (12) month contract with Amergy Disposal for waste management.

Consider approval of request by Mrs. Melinda Herrington, Human Resources Director to approve updates to the Retiree Health Insurance and Years of Service policies to become effective immediately. (SEE

Consider and possibly approve the May 26, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes as presented by Hon. Connie Becton, County Clerk.

Consider acceptance of the Audited Financial Statements for the year ending September 30, 2025, for the Hardin County Emergency Services District No 4; and the Audited Financial Statements for the yea

Consider approval of request to cancel all Registered Claims from May 26, 2026; and Approval of Cash Statement as presented by Hon. Deborah McWilliams, County Treasurer. (SEE ATTACHED)

MOTION BY: COMMISSIONERR YOUNG SECOND BY: COMMISSIONER KOCH

Authorization to pay County bills as presented by Mrs. Candice McKinney, County Auditor. (SEE ATTACHED)

Consider and possibly approve naming the following unnamed private roads for 9-1-1 addressing purposes: (SEE ATTACHED)

Consider approval of request by Mrs. Melinda Herrington, Human Resources Director, to enroll all Hardin County Officials and employees with access to a government computer system or database into the

Consider adoption of Resolution 15-26 proclaiming June 2026 as Elder Abuse Awareness Month, as requested by Tracy Lewis Jones, FBCE Specialist, Adult Protective Services. (SEE ATTACHED)