Brian Keith Umphress

The document outlines the order calling for a bond election to be held on November 4, 2025, for the purpose of authorizing the issuance of bonds totaling $28,220,000. These funds are intended for the construction, acquisition, renovation, improvement, and equipment of school buildings within the district. The notice details the voting precincts, polling places, election officers, and the proposition that will be presented to the voters. It also includes information on early voting procedures, locations, and times, as well as the contact details for the Early Voting Clerks in Jack, Parker, and Palo Pinto Counties. Additionally, it specifies the bilingual election materials and the process for counting, tabulating, and canvassing the election returns.

The Commissioners' Court considered setting tax rates for the 2025-2026 tax year for the general operating and county special funds. The court considered motions to increase property taxes by adopting a Maintenance & Operation Tax Rate and a Road & Bridge Tax Rate for the 2025-2026 tax year. Additionally, a motion was offered to allow statutory exemptions for homesteads and discounts for early payment. The court determined the tax year rates for the general operating fund and the county special fund.

The budget includes discussions and approvals for various departments such as the County Judge's Office, County Clerk's Office, Veteran Service Office, and Elections Administrator. Key topics involve income, fees, and expenditures related to these departments, as well as proposed budget adjustments for the fiscal year.

The Commissioners Court meeting addressed several key issues, including budget overruns for autopsies and funeral home transportation. The court discussed COVID-19 updates, with reports of no new positive cases since the last meeting and updates on the availability of protective equipment for the hospital. Precinct operations were reviewed, including Perrin Cemetery's trash removal needs and the opening of the FEMA grant application process for road repairs due to water damage. Commissioners were asked to prepare for the upcoming budget discussions with department heads.

The Court addressed several key issues, including discussion on naming Campbell Lane and Samaniego Lane, the renewal of services provided by ACA Reporting and Tracking Service (ARTS), employee absences resulting from the COVID-19 virus and temporary emergency sick leave, and precinct operations. The Emergency Management Coordinator addressed the Court regarding the spread of COVID-19 and the effect it is having in Texas and the United States. The Court also discussed restricting access to the Courthouse until further notice.