Darla J. Branch

The Commissioners Court meeting included discussions on several topics. These included a presentation regarding the Arboretum Nursing Home Rehabilitation Center and its participation in the Quality Incentive Payment Program, as well as updates on the Barber's Hill High School golf and tennis teams. The court also discussed and considered a proclamation for April 2022 as Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month in Chambers County. Additionally, there was a public hearing related to the Mission Economic Development Corporation's revenue bonds for the Practical Polymers LLC project.

The meeting included a discussion and recognition of the honorable Larry Cryer for his 40 years of service as the Justice of the Peace for precinct six. The court also addressed enhancing the Texas DPS CV way station in Chambers County, including discussing current operating conditions, modernization, and implementation of various screening technologies. Technologies mentioned included pre-pass drivewise, weight in motion scales, USD readers, placard readers, height detectors, and infrared scanners.

The meeting included discussions on various topics. It covered the consideration of stopping to pay for correctional nurses and aimed to increase the website for an increased website. The meeting also involved financial discussions, including the approval of the Chamber County financial policy. Additionally, there was consideration of vetting several companies for roadway and drainage infrastructure projects, as well as approving a proposal for material services related to the Kilgore Parkway widening and extension project. An update on the Kilgore Parkway project was provided, and guidance for text repair on FM 1409 was discussed.

The Chambers County Commissioners Court convened a special meeting to discuss and approve applications and resolutions for the Texas Department of Transportation's 2021 Transportation Alternative Infrastructure Projects. The primary focus was on a proposed sidewalk and pedestrian bridge project in the city of Anahuac, designed to enhance bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure. The project aims to connect the middle school, high school, and main businesses, addressing safety concerns for students and residents. The proposed project would be 100% funded through transportation credits, with the city of Anahuac taking ownership and responsibility for maintenance upon completion.

The meeting included a COVID-19 update with discussions on case investigations, vaccination efforts, and community transmission rates. There was also a presentation of the delinquent tax collection report, including updates on outstanding hotel occupancy tax and upcoming tax sales. The court also discussed a resolution supporting HB 946 and SB 441 to protect the safety of young people in Chambers County and Texas.